Apr 01, 2026   |  ATHENS CAMPUS

The cherry blossoms are about to bloom and the excitement of Commencement for our graduating students is in the air. I hope you're inviting parents and friends for the final Family Weekend of the year, Moms Weekend, April 10-12. Events continue to be added to the calendar! 

There's also still plenty of resources to help you have a safe end to the spring semester. From Sexual Assault Awareness month, to Take Back the Night, to health resources from our partners at OhioHealth, we are here to support you.

Good luck as you begin your finals studying plans! 

Kathy A Fahl, MSW
Associate Vice President & Dean of Students

April is recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time to support survivors, raise awareness, and take action to prevent sexual violence in our communities. Join us for Take Back the Night, a survivor-centered event that brings together our campus and community to speak out against sexual violence and support those who have been impacted. 

Since the 1960s, TRIO programs have supported millions of students nationwide. At OHIO, we provide personalized academic, financial and career support at no cost to participants. TRIO helps students who are first-generation, from low-income backgrounds or have documented disabilities navigate college successfully and reach their full potential.

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This year's Leadership Awards event begins with a networking hour hosted by the Alumni Association followed by an awards ceremony. Heavy appetizers will be served, and the free event is open to the whole OHIO community.

Attend the event on April 8 at 6 p.m. in the Baker University Center Ballroom.

 →  RSVP

A recently announced GoBus expansion will provide more options for students, staff and visitors. New routes extend to locations like Yellow Springs, Middletown, Bowling Green, Pittsburgh and more.

 →  Full expansion details

Ohio University and the City of Athens welcome the campus and community to participate in Athens Beautification projects throughout April! Find opportunities on Givepulse to volunteer. 

 →  Get involved

Looking for a resource to support mental health but not sure where to start? Because OHIO is a JED campus, we have access to a library of digital resources.

 →  Get started

Closing Community Meetings will take place April 13-19. Check with your RA to find out the specific date, time, and location for your floor section’s meeting. 

Being away at college is exciting. You’re on your own, and you can make your own rules. But, although it may seem like it, college isn’t all fun and games. Protecting your overall health and wellness should be a priority — including your sexual health. Find resources and options for care through OhioHealth Campus Care.

 →  OhioHealth resources

April 7 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This event in the Walter Rotunda and Grover lobby is for students in the healthcare field searching for internships or full-time positions including nurses, speech pathologists, social workers, mental health professionals, exercise physiologists, and many more positions in healthcare.

 →  Learn more

April 13 & 14

Rapchat, the 7-million dollar venture capital company was started as an idea in a dorm room here on OHIO's campus before it grew to what it is today. Spend an evening with the CEO and founder, then attend a Hackathon the following day.

 →  Dorm Room to Start Up

 →  Hackathon: What Will You Build?

April 14-16

Choose to attend panels, workshops, concerts and performances, networking and much more throughout the three day summit. Whether you're an artist, interested in topics like licensing, AI, the evolving business of music or are simply a music lover, this free event is open to all. 

 →  More info

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