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OHIO Events

April 9 Science Café to feature Vice President for Research and Creative Activity Eric Muth

Vice President for Research and Creative Activity and Professor of Psychology Eric R. Muth, Ph.D., will discuss “Planes, Trains and Automobiles: The Motion Sickness Side of Travel.”

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Summer Experiences

High school students invited to apply for alumni-supported Summer Law & Trial Institute

High school students are invited to apply for the highly-competitive Summer Law and Trial Institute offered this summer at ĢƵ University's Athens campus. The program is free.

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Urban Planning

An up-close look at gentrification and affordable housing

Students traveled to the historic Franklinton neighborhood in Columbus to see the effects of urban development firsthand. Led by OHIO alumni, the field trip connected classroom lessons to real-world experiences.

The Contemporary History Institute and The George Washington Forum Present "I Too Was There: Gifford B. Doxsee, Kurt Vonnegut Jr., and Their Shared Experiences at Dresden's Slaughterhouse-Five," Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 5:30 p.m., Alden Library 319
Expert Speakers

April 8 event to focus on shared experiences of acclaimed author Vonnegut and former OHIO professor in World War II

The Menard Family George Washington Forum and the Contemporary History Institute will host Dr. Kevin C. Ruffner and ĢƵ University alumna Isabel Huber Planton for the Tuesday, April 8 presentation.

ĢƵ Unveristy student Nate Tegtmeyer standing amongst  six of his coworkers from Trancy
Study Abroad

From classroom to culture

From teaching himself Japanese during lockdown to landing a competitive internship in Japan, Nate Tegtmeyer's story is one of overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities.

OHIO Giving Day 2025 - April 2
Giving Day

OHIO Giving Day is set for April 2: Donate to make a difference

ĢƵ University’s sixth Giving Day kicks off at midnight on Wednesday, April 2, inviting alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends to celebrate all ĢƵ University has been and is, by giving to the funds that matter most to you and to current and future Bobcats. Our goal this year is 3,110 donors. Together, we can ensure OHIO’s next era is the best one yet.

Plants
Research

Plastic from plants? NSF grant helps OHIO researchers explore plant polymer scaffolding in search for fossil fuel replacements

In a world increasingly aware of the environmental impact of fossil fuels, researchers are embarking on a venture to find sustainable alternatives for one of the most widely used materials: polymers.

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Faculty Profile

Last Word with Nukhet Sandal

ĢƵ University’s ACE Fellow reflects on her career path, teaching philosophy and what makes Athens special.

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Research

A New Life for AARSI

The newly reopened African American Research and Service Institute showcases the deep-rooted influence of Black and African American culture in the region.

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Emerging Technology

X-Ray Visionary

OHIO researcher Saw Wai Hla’s groundbreaking discovery

Dr. Uzoma Miller
Faculty Excellence

Uzoma Miller named as OHIO winner of 2025 MAC Outstanding Faculty Award for Student Success

The award is presented by the MAC each year in order to honor the outstanding efforts of faculty to support and develop students both inside and outside of the classroom. 

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Student Success

OHIO students excel in OSCARS Impact Competition

The competition invites undergraduate students to present a brief, compelling oration on their research/creative work and its significance.

The finalists and judges from the 2025 3MT competition
Student Success

OHIO announces winners of Three Minute Thesis competition

This year, 32 students took part in the semifinal competitions, and then eight students advanced to the finals in late February.

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Research

The universe might be changing: New DESI data shows dark energy may evolve over time

The fate of the universe hinges on the balance between matter and dark energy: the fundamental ingredient that drives its accelerating expansion.

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Faculty news

Faculty experts roundup

Between new findings on ancient hominins' arrival in Europe, recognition in the sciences, publications, conference presentations, grants and awards, OHIO faculty had a busy winter season.

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