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Bobcat Depot strives to be a highly engaged and dedicated team, providing a customer-first mindset. They are OHIO’s one-stop-shop for technology, apparel and gifts centrally located in Baker Univeristy Center. Bobcat Depot is an authorized Apple Campus Store that is also an authorized reseller of Lenovo and Microsoft products.

2024-25 Highlights

• Bobcat Depot renovated the former OIT service desk into a new dressing room. Additional renovations included new office space in the storefront and expanded secure storage space.
• Bobcat Depot provided extended hours during move-in to provide IDs, technology assistance, and support to students moving in throughout campus.
• Partnered with Bobcat Student Orientation to market computer sales by college major.
• Bobcat Depot and Bobcat Store merged and moved into Event Services.
• Event Services strengthened event ties with Bobcat Depot for merchandise and flower sales at all Commencement, including HCOM Commencement.

Career Services is committed to the professional support and success of Bobcats through their journey at Ģ����Ƶ University. With a network of Career Coaches, they partner with students to develop a customized plan to achieve their post-graduation goals. Services include one-on-one career coaching, mock interviews, career fairs and events, workshops, career closet access and employer and alumni connections.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 1,586 students met with Career Services through appointments and drop-ins.
• 1,223 students attended a career fair along with 585 unique employers.
• 435,899 job and internship postings were added to Handshake for students to apply to.
• 1,942 students attended workshops, networking events, or employer information sessions.

The Center for Student Engagement and Leadership (CSEL) provides an environment where students develop a sense of belonging and leadership skills through engagement opportunities in student organizations and campus programming.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 76 new student organizations formed in addition to the over 500 existing student orgs.
• 98 student orgabizations participated in the Homecoming Parade — a 31% increase from previous parades.
• 29,800 student check-ins at 90 events hosted by CSEL and the University Program Council.
• $130,000 allocated to 84 student organizations by the Senate Appropriations Commission, which processed 219 requests

Community Standards (CSSR) educates the OHIO community by encouraging challenging dialogue and personal accountability. CSSR does so by providing a fundamentally clear and fair process for students and student organizations through creating proactive education and engagement, repairing harm and rebuilding trust within our community, and facilitating a fundamentally fair and clear accountability process.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 742 student conduct cases processed.
• 97% of students understood how their conduct impacts their personal and academic goals as a result of going through the community standards process.
• 99% of students felt their rights were upheld throughout the conduct process.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CPS) provides mental health services to students as well as consultation to faculty, administrators and families of students. Our services are designed to help students understand themselves and their difficulties and ultimately make healthy choices for their lives. We offer developmental, preventive, and remedial services. We advocate a philosophy of acceptance, compassion and support for those we serve as well as for each other.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 435 outreach events offered to 7,253 students, faculty and staff.
• 2,563 students sought services at CPS totaling 18,830 scheduled appointments.
• 516 students reached via non-clinical support spaces like the Collegiate Recovery Community.
• 286 students reached through Postvention Support Spaces.

Culinary Services has 19 convenient, on-campus destinations, including dining courts, cafés, markets and retail options. Healthy, fresh and affordable food selections are always just a short journey from anywhere on campus.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• Over 8,000 meal plans purchased by students over the academic year, including over 1,000 upperclass and commuter students who are not required to hold a meal plan.
• 1,400+ students employed by Culinary Services, the largest student employer on campus.
• 2,200 hours of experiential learning opportunities for students studying nutrition and dietetics offered through collaborative partnerships.
• 240 total events hosted, 54 more than the previous year, including Winter Fest, food drives and the International Student Union Dinner.

Students are the heart of Ģ����Ƶ University. In the Office of the Dean of Students (DOS), we advocate for students, coordinate response to student crisis and provide outreach and engagement to parents and families. We advance the University mission of supporting the intellectual and personal development of our students through ongoing advocacy and care.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• $43,577 donations to the pantry support fund, 89% of which were $100 or less.
• 559 CARE cases handled that were a result of referrals, most of which came from Housing and Residence Life, faculty and other staff.
• 644 meal swipes donated and distributed to 111 students.
• $72,751 of emergency microgrants distributed to 169 students out of 320 requests received.
• 20,529 pounds of food donated to the pantry, which serves 778 members.
• 125 attendees at the first Forever Bobcat Student Memorial to recognize students who passed away.

Event Services (ES) provides comprehensive event planning and production for the University’s high visibility events. ES oversees the operations of four priority event spaces: Baker University Center, Memorial Auditorium, Galbreath Chapel and Walter Hall Rotunda, as well as outdoor spaces on campus.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 1,000 views on average per concert using a new multi-camera streaming process in partnership with the School of Music as well as an upgraded A/V infrastructure, lighting and controls.
• 3,300+ graduates celebrated over three Commencement ceremonies with major improvements and changes this year including a surprise finale by the Marching 110.
• 16,750 reservations managed and 8,455 events coordinated.
• 40,000 hours worked by student employees gaining valuable, real-world event experience.

Other Highlights

• Co-located Event Services Administration and Operations with Event Services Reservations in Baker Center 417 & 419.
• Conducted a Department Program Review. This included a self-study, site visit by internal and external consultants, action plan creation, and incorporating findings into future departmental goals.

Housing and Residence Life (HRL) develops inclusive communities where students engage, learn, and thrive. HRL is responsible for the overall operation and administration of all University housing, as well as the University’s residential education and community development programs. We make OHIO home.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 112 new Resident Advisors (RAs) and 154 returning RAs.
• 850 community meetings hosted with 34,507 students in attendance.
• 120+ attendees at each of two Leadership Conferences hosted by students in the Residence Hall Council.
• 90% of residential students stated that living on campus had a positive impact on their OHIO experience.

Sorority and Fraternity Life provides personal, professional and leadership development for a community of students through their membership to 29 values-based, fraternal organizations

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 1,810 members in the Greek community, up 500 students from two years ago.
• 850+ students attending the inaugural Red Zone Period PAWs for the Cause.
• 1,300+ members earned a 3.0 or higher GPA, including 690 on the Dean’s List and 165 on the President’s List.
• 91% retention rate of Greek Life members returning the following year.

Survivor Advocacy Program provides advocacy and trauma- focused therapy services to student survivors. All staff are licensed and equipped with training and experience in providing direct services to individuals who have experienced interpersonal violence.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 1,640 interactions with clients throughout the academic year.
• 330 students trained on Survivor Advocacy Program resources and as Suicide Gatekeepers.
• 18+ events and workshops held in collaboration with other university and community areas, including “What Were You Wearing,” Survivor Speak Out at Donkey Coffee, Paint the Pups with OUPD and the NAMI walk with the Athens community.

The mission of Undergraduate Orientation Programs is to support incoming and current students, as well as their families and guests, through seamless orientation and transition processes that include intentionally-designed programs, effective online resources and consistent outreach. Our programs ensure all students belong to the OHIO community, succeed as a new student and own their unique experiences.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 4,827 students and 5,497 guests hosted at Bobcat Student Orientation (BSO).
• 400+ attendees at Brunch & Bouquets, a Moms Weekend event, up from 80 the year before.
• 91% of students agreed that as a result of attending BSO, they feel they belong in the OHIO community.
• 23 incoming high schoolers hosted during College Credit Plus Orientation, more than double previous years.

Well-Being & Recreation consists of three areas traditionally referred to as Campus Recreation, Health Promotion and Student Health Insurance. This group leads health and well- being initiatives and access across the OHIO community through inclusion, engagement and empowerment, serving as a catalyst for well-being that is accessible to all.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 62 incoming, first-year students hosted during New Adventures, an experiential learning program to introduce students to OHIO while exploring the region.
• $1.9M invested in improving Bird Ice Arena, including installing a new chiller plant. This is the first phase in necessary renovations.
• 300 BSO attendees hosted at Ping Late Nights, evening programming that included everything from the climbing wall to well-being resources.
• 444,698 individuals swiped in to Ping Recreation Center. 420,336 of those were OHIO students.

The Office of Health Promotion offers a wide range of comprehensive prevention approaches and education programming focused on mental health & well-being, suicide prevention, violence prevention, alcohol & drug awareness, hazing prevention and sexual health education.

By the Numbers (2024-25)

• 400 participants engaged in bystander awareness events in collaboration with Culinary Services and Well-Being & Recreation.
• 270 participants at 16 events hosted by the Peer Well- Being Network, a student-led initiative. 97.7% of participants reported events enhanced their well-being
• 4,895 students, staff and faculty trained during 83 trainings and workshops hosted by Health Promotion.
• 76% of students have an awareness of bystander intervention, up 20%, according to results from a Camus Partners in Prevention report.