Jan 29, 2025   |  FAMILIES

February marks the celebration of Black History Month at OHIO, a time to honor the remarkable contributions of the Black community throughout American history and recognize the resilience and strength shown in the face of discrimination. Encourage your student to attend events like the 50th Anniversary Dinner Honoring Rev. Dr. Francine Childs, the Black Student Cultural Programming Board Sibs Weekend Concert, or part of the Heroes in Color series at the Athena Cinema. These events offer meaningful ways to engage, learn, and celebrate together.

I hope to see many of you on campus soon for Sibs Weekend, February 7-9! Catch an OHIO hockey game, attend Apollo Night, have glow-in-the-dark fun at GLOHIO, or make buttons in Alden Library. We can't wait to host our Bobcat families, and maybe even some future Bobcats too. 

Read on for other upcoming events, other opportunities and updates, and ways for students to stay energized this winter. As always, reach out if I can be of support.

Kathy A Fahl, MSW
Dean of Students

As we settle into winter in Athens, there are so many ways to stay active and engaged, both indoors and outdoors. Your student can take  a group fitness class, join a Winter Wildlife Hike on Feb. 1, get involved with a student org, or catch a movie at the Athena Cinema uptown. Taking care of yourself can also look like simply resting and recharging. Encourage your student to do whatever works for them this winter!

OHIO’s University Communications and Marketing team is holding open screen tests/casting call on Thursday, February 6 in Baker 231. Students can drop in anytime from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. to share a little about themselves and be considered for future OHIO marketing photo, video and social needs. The 5-15 minute process will include completion of a brief intake form, some quick, casual portraits, and being asked a few easy questions about their OHIO student experience on video.

 →  Students can contact Brooke Preston with questions

Students are required to maintain an active health insurance policy. The University offers Student Health Insurance with a comprehensive health policy and optional dental and vision. If students have been charged for insurance for Spring 2025 and they have an existing insurance policy that meets the University waiver requirements, they should complete a waiver application by January 31 to remove the charge for the remainder of the academic year. Students voluntarily enrolling in the Spring/Summer coverage period must submit their enrollment form by January 31, 2025.  

→ Learn more about options, find out where students are covered or find out how to waive the fee

The Anime Club of Ohio University (ACOU) is home to all anime enthusiasts and lovers of Japanese culture. It is a space for anime lovers looking to be a part of a community of friends. 

After almost facing dissolution due to the pandemic and reduced membership, the organization is now brimming with life, as illustrated by its Discord server with more than 100 active members, including alumni. A core group of about 30 people attend regular meetings.

 →  Read more

The Alternate Spring Break program is an immersive, interdisciplinary experience rooted in service to the surrounding community.

The program’s objective is to bridge the gap between a student's life on campus and the richness of the life of the local community.

 →  Apply by Feb. 16

Students, like faculty and staff, can submit help desk tickets for classroom-related issues. They can use the Classroom Assistance Ticket System (C.A.T.S.) to bring attention to issues such as flickering lights, broken furniture, or extreme room temperatures. They can look for the C.A.T.S signage in their classroom.

 →  Submit a ticket

The Spring 2025 Business Job & Internship Fair is an ideal career event for students to explore internships or full-time roles in all functions of business, including accounting, finance, management, marketing, analytics, information systems, human resources and technology. Students can attend February 12 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 

 →  Read more about Business Job & Internship Fair

Your student could be named Ohio University's next Westin Scholar and receive a $1,000 prize among other awards! Students who have taken a course addressing privacy topics can compete for this award by submitting an essay by February 9 as part of Data Privacy Week. 

Is your student looking for a potential roommate for next year? Or maybe they are just looking to meet a few new people? Housing & Residence Life would like to invite them to meet students who are also looking to make connections with other students living on campus! Have your student come join us for games, activities and snacks on February 12 from 5-7 p.m. in Living Learning Center 150.

Feb. 7-9

Sibs Weekend is right around the corner! Catch an OHIO Hockey game, join in on a Sibs Cycle Class or have an evening of fun at GLOHIO. Events continue to be added to the calendar.

 →  More Information

Feb. 6 | 7-8:30 p.m.

In this engaging virtual session, Amy E. Hull, M.Ed. (B.S., '01), Head of Diversity Equity and Inclusion for Paycor, Inc., will talk about her journey through leadership from Ohio University to education and corporate America.

 →  More Information

Free Mediation Training Available For Students

OHIO health and safety resources