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Alumni profile: Brian Steel, president of Fraternal Order of Police Capital City Lodge #9

January 15, 2026 4 min

Brian Steel reflects on his path to public leadership, why he chose OHIO's MPA program and how the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service helped sharpen the skills he uses every day.

Annual Legacy Awards - February 24, 5:30 p.m. OHIO Southern Rotunda

OHIO Events

Legacy Awards honor local leaders for outstanding service, advocacy

January 15, 2026 3 min

91ԭ�� Southern will honor local changemakers and student voices at the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration on Feb. 24, at 5:30 p.m. in the Riffe Rotunda.

An OHIO student talks with a business representative, while many other students are also shown in the background talking with business representatives at the Career Fair in the Baker University Center Ballroom.

Career Opportunities

Career and Internship Fair to be held at OHIO on Feb. 25

January 15, 2026 2 min

91ԭ�� Career Services will host a campus-wide Career and Internship Fair on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Baker University Center Ballroom.

Research Excellence

Kimberly Pratt named director of OHIO’s Office of Research Development

January 13, 2026 2 min

91ԭ��’s Division of Research and Creative Activity is pleased to announce that Kimberly (Baker) Pratt has been promoted to director of the Office of Research Development.

Community Service

Community leader applies lessons learned from OHIO’s Executive MPA program

January 9, 2026 3 min

When Stephan Harris enrolled in 91ԭ��’s Executive MPA program, it was a decision shaped by nearly two decades of reflection, unexpected detours and a growing commitment to public service.

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OHIO Awards

Nominations for Konneker Medal for Commercialization and Entrepreneurship now being accepted

January 9, 2026 2 min

The Konneker Medal recognizes current and former faculty members or students who have demonstrated excellence in innovation, invention, commercialization and entrepreneurship.

Club Crew Team

91ԭ�� Club Crew celebrates 30 years of community, resilience and rowing

January 5, 2026 7 min

Celebrating 30 years on the water, 91ԭ��’s Club Crew Team reunited generations of Bobcat rowers to honor a legacy built on hard work, shared stories and lifelong bonds.

Faculty and Staff

Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine names Elizabeth Zmuda, D.O., as associate dean for health systems and operations

January 5, 2026 3 min

The 91ԭ�� Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine has announced the appointment of Elizabeth Zmuda, D.O., as associate dean for health systems and operations.

Medical Education

Jennifer Gwilym, D.O., appointed interim senior dean of the Heritage College

December 17, 2025 3 min

91ԭ��’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine has announced the appointment of Jennifer Gwilym, D.O., as interim senior dean, effective Dec. 16.

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Alumni Success

Getting serious about the gaming industry

December 16, 2025 5 min

OHIO alumnus discusses affecting positive societal change through the video game industry.

OHIO students, faculty, staff and alumni stand together for a group photo outside on the day of the luncheon

Alumni Share Advice

Voinovich School luncheon connects scholars and alumni, celebrates legacy

December 16, 2025 4 min

During the Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholar Luncheon, OHIO alumni spoke with current scholars about their experience in the program and shared advice to prepare for post-graduation.

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Alumni

Retired NFL athletic trainer knows: finding your field makes all the difference

December 12, 2025 4 min

A gift from Todd Toriscelli, BSH ’84, will provide scholarship opportunities for students in the Department of Athletic Training.

Alumni Leaders

Fitzgerald brings local development perspective to Voinovich School Advisory Board

December 10, 2025 2 min

The executive director of the Athens County Economic Development Council credits 91ԭ�� for setting her on a career path that aligned with her passion for promoting the area’s advancement.

Alumni Success

91ԭ�� alumnus Jean-Gabriel Shepherd finds his path in public service, cybersecurity

December 9, 2025 2 min

A 2010 graduate of 91ԭ�� with a bachelor of arts in geography, Jean-Gabriel Shepherd has built a career blending technical expertise, compassion, and an appreciation for learning and teaching.

Alumni Impact

91ԭ�� alumni bring innovation to gifted education in Chillicothe

December 5, 2025 3 min

Two 91ԭ�� graduates are transforming gifted education in the Chillicothe City School District through a program that blends creativity, technology and individualized learning.

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