It’s been great to welcome students back and see campus buzzing again. I hope your student is settling into their routines after the first week of classes and feeling motivated for the semester ahead.
While spring is still a little ways off, remind your student that OhioHealth Campus Care, located across from College Green, is available if they’re feeling under the weather. The care team there can help with things like vaccines, urgent care, immune support tips and more. Even Rufus doesn't feel like himself sometimes!
As always, reach out if I can be of support.
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| Kathy A Fahl, MSW
Associate Vice President & Dean of Students
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THRiVE is OHIO’s student-focused well-being initiative. We understand that no two students or their relationship with well-being are exactly alike, and college life can sometimes be busy and stressful. THRiVE Thursdays, which will take place during February, are a chance to explore OHIO resources from basic needs to group fitness, connect with other students, and feel empowered to take on the semester.
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Your student is not alone |
Group counseling isn’t about sharing everything — it’s about realizing you’re not alone. It's an opportunity to connect with other students, learn practical coping skills and get support in a space that’s confidential and judgment-free.
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GLOW forward donation drive |
Beauty and self-care belong to everyone. Join the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and donate skincare, hygiene and makeup products to support those experiencing hardship in Athens now through February 7. Drop off items on the pink table at the entrance of Ping Recreation Center.
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The LINKS Peer Mentoring Program supports LINKS students (first-year undergraduate students) with an assigned peer mentor who maintains weekly contact throughout the academic year individually and in group activities, helping students find community, connection and sense of belonging on campus.
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Contribute to the Athena Yearbook |
| Save content on Blackboard |
Blackboard retires June 30. Some content will be deleted soon. Students should save any content they want to use in the future. Visit Blackboard Retirement for a detailed timeline.
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Is your student staying in Athens this summer and looking for a job that provides housing? They can apply to be a Summer Conference Assistant! They'll help deliver an exceptional guest experience to youth camps and conferences. Applications close February 1.
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Returning student Room Selection |
Housing and Residence Life is offering information sessions on four different dates to provide students with details about the upcoming 2026-27 Room Selection Process. Each day, there will be two sessions, one at 5 p.m. and another at 6 p.m. We encourage your student to attend a session to learn more about the room selection process and explore the opportunity to speak with Housing staff about any questions they may have.
Did we mention that by attending they will have a chance to win priority selection?
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Siblings, family and friends are invited to campus in February for Sibs Weekend! Siblings eat free if you have a meal plan, join in some glow in the dark fun at GLOHIO, or cheer on our Bobcats at Bird Arena. Check back as more events are added.
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| Spring 2026 Business Job & Internship Fair |
The College of Business hosts a Business focused career fair each semester, open to ALL majors! Students interested in internships or jobs with a business function focus are welcome.
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