Opportunities beyond campus, orientation leaders wanted, Dads Weekend

Oct 23, 2024 | FAMILIES

As we head into the last stretch of the semester, I know this can be a particularly stressful time for many of our students. With exams approaching, world events weighing on our minds, and the upcoming elections, it’s important that your student prioritizes their mental health and well-being. It’s okay to feel overwhelmed — and remind them of the resources available to them. Counseling and Psychological Services is always here for your student, whether they need someone to talk to, support managing stress, or guidance on how to cope with election anxiety.

With Halloween just around the corner, I also want to remind everyone that Bobcats look out for one another. While Halloween celebrations in Athens are not University-sponsored, we know they’re a big part of the student experience. Review Housing rules (guest registration is closed), encourage your student to be mindful when planning their costumes and remind them of resources like CATS Late Night Transit and our campus safety programs.

I hope to see some of you on campus in a few weeks for Dads Weekend, and I hope you'll join us that Sunday morning for Pancakes with the President.

I’m proud of all the hard work your student has put in so far, and I’m here to support them in finishing the semester strong.

Leadership Awards nominations and applications are open! There are several categories, including new awards recognizing students’ contribution to the OHIO Online community and the communities they reside in. Some awards have a financial award or scholarship component.

OHIO has joined the nationwide initiative of The Jed Foundation (JED) designed to help schools evaluate and strengthen their mental health, substance misuse, and suicide prevention programs and systems. For us to move in the right direction, we need to know how things are really going with your student's mental health and experiences at OHIO. Students can complete a survey to enter to win prizes and help us keep moving every OHIO student Forever Forward.

Students are invited to share ideas to name the new student engagement space in Baker University Center! The contest started this week on Instagram.

> More about the new space

Applications are open for Orientation Leaders to support future Bobcats and their families during Undergraduate Orientation Programs.

> Learn more

There are plenty of activities to enjoy the fall weather this weekend, and no matter how your student is celebrating, please encourage them to do so safely.

> Read the message from the Dean of Students

Your student could study abroad over winter break this year. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for the Exploring Art in London program.
Students can apply for an internship with the Mahn Center for Archives & Special Collections by November 1.
Students can participate in the International Education Week Global Research Challenge.
Is your student considering law school? They can attend the Law School Fair tomorrow in Ping Recreation Center.
Applications for the Resident Advisor position for the 2025-26 academic year will open on October 28. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to develop leadership skills, build community, and enhance their college experience.
Or follow Career Services on LinkedIn to stay updated on professional development opportunities.

This week is a time to celebrate and recognize transfer students and the professionals who guide them in their transfer journey. Students can stop by the Online, Transfer and Credit Services Center table in Baker University Center today from 12-3 p.m. and share their transfer story, show their support for OHIO transfer students and grab a sticker.

October 23 | 3-6 p.m.

Students can bring absentee ballots and find nonpartisan information about how to know what's on their ballot and guidance on how to complete it and their envelope correctly.

October 28, 29 or 20

Dialogues for students will take place on the 2nd floor of Baker University Center. The registration deadline is Saturday, October 26.

Dads Weekend is right around the corner! There are already plenty of events planned like a comedian, buffet and save the glass day, golf tournaments in Alden and more.