As the spring semester seems to fly by faster than the flowers bloom on College Green, we are reminded just how quickly another academic year is coming to a close. It’s already been an eventful one for Housing and Residence Life and we are excited to share what is ahead.
Below, you will find ways to stay connected and celebrate your Bobcat pride: support our students through Giving Day, get the latest updates on McDavis Hall (our newest residence hall), and make plans to return to campus for Back on the Bricks this July. We’re also sharing a special BOGO night opportunity as part of the Brew Trail festivities and a save-the-date for the opening of our Distinguished Alumni Award nomination process this summer.
Whether you’re near Athens or cheering us on from afar, thank you for remaining such an important part of our Housing and Residence Life community.
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Giving Day is right down the (brick) road... |
Giving Day is a powerful opportunity to support our Bobcats. A gift to Housing and Residence Life helps create an engaging, inclusive and thriving campus living experience. This year, we invite you to support one of our four priority funds:
Residence Life Programming Fund
Supports student leaders in building vibrant residential communities, including programs such as staff appreciation and recognition events.
Residence Life Fund
Invests in leadership and staff development, strengthening the core of our Housing and Residence Life program.
Residence Life Graduate Assistant Professional Development Fund
Provides graduate staff with resources for conferences, webinars, books and other professional development opportunities.
The Brian Stephens Housing and Residence Life Excellence Award
Honors student leaders who exemplify creativity and innovation in advancing the residential experience.
Can’t give on April 8? Early giving is available through the Giving Day webpage. Simply select “Make Your Gift Early” and choose the fund you wish to support.
Thank you for helping us make a difference for our Bobcats!
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Early Bird Registration Is Open for Back on the Bricks |
Join us July 16 to 20 for Back on the Bricks, an immersive on-campus experience designed to bring Bobcats together for a weekend of celebration, connection and nostalgia. And yes, it is happening during Brew Week too.
When you stay on campus, you spend less time commuting and more time reconnecting. Your home base will be right where the action is.
Save on your registration with Early Bird Pricing from April 13-May 10! Use promo code BACKUNDERTHEELMS for 11.0% off your registration. Get it? 11.0. 110. Marching 110. Some traditions never miss a beat.
Early bird pricing will not last, so secure your spot today.
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| Sip the Trail. Stay on the Bricks. |
Launched in 2023, the Bobcat Brew Trail highlights alumni-owned breweries across Ohio and connects Bobcats throughout the region.
Visit a participating brewery, scan the “Trail Blaze” QR code, complete the form, and upload photo proof of your visit. One check-in per location counts, but multiple locations from the same brewery can each count.
From July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, 10 check-ins earn you a BOGO overnight stay during Housing’s Back on the Bricks, an $82 value: Free Thursday, July 16 with purchase of Friday, July 17 OR Free Sunday, July 19 with purchase of Saturday, July 18.
Offer cannot be combined with other Back on the Bricks promotions.
Explore. Check in. Come back to the bricks.
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Final stretch for McDavis Hall |
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Excitement is building on South Green as McDavis Hall enters the final phase of construction. We are just weeks away from furniture installation and beginning preparations to welcome students home in August.
The new residence hall is divided into two sections. McDavis South will house approximately 294 returning students who selected their rooms in March, eager to be among the first to live in our newest community. McDavis North will welcome about 295 incoming first-year students, who will select their spaces in May.
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with a formal grand opening in September, complete with tours and opportunities to connect with the building’s first residents. McDavis Hall is more than a new facility. It is the next chapter of community on South Green.
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Three experts. One inaugural year. |
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This spring, Housing and Residence Life proudly welcomed three Experts in Residence for the inaugural year of our Expert in Residence (EIR) program.
Launched in partnership with the Honors Tutorial College, the program connects students with accomplished alumni, executives or industry leaders from a wide range of fields. By bringing real-world expertise directly into the residential and academic experience, our Experts in Residence engage students through hands-on experiences that complement classroom learning and support professional growth.
From candid career conversations to interactive sessions and mentorship opportunities, the impact has been immediate and meaningful. A huge thank you to Robb Roby '94, Sarah Green '15 and Seth Miller '14 for their commitment and impact during this inaugural year. Their willingness to invest time, share expertise and mentor the next generation of Bobcats has made a lasting difference.
Interested in learning more, seeing past Experts in Residence, or nominating yourself or a fellow Bobcat? Visit the Expert in Residence website to explore details and get involved.
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Distinguished Alumni Award |
Nomination Period: June 1 to August 1
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Since 2018, Housing and Residence Life has honored one outstanding alumnus each year with the Distinguished Alumni Award. The award recognizes alumni who demonstrate leadership, service, and meaningful contributions to their communities and careers.
Eligible alumni were involved in Housing and Residence Life as staff or leaders in the Residence Action Council (tRAC), Residence Hall Association, or hall councils. Recipients reflect the values of engagement, mentorship, and dedication that strengthen the Bobcat community.
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| McDavis Hall Grand Opening |
Save the date! Join us as we celebrate a proud new chapter for the Bobcat community with the grand opening of McDavis Hall at Ohio University. Together we’ll welcome a new home on campus and celebrate the spirit, connection, and tradition that make being a Bobcat special.
More details coming soon.
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