We've made it! Congratulations to your student on finishing the spring semester, and an extra congratulations to those who just graduated. Thank you for being such an important part of our students' support network.
I am so proud of all our students accomplish every year in the classroom and beyond. I hope you have a chance to reconnect with your student back home, cheer them on during an internship or watch them grow in whatever their experience is this summer.
You'll just hear from me once per month throughout the summer, but I am always here to provide support. I'm already looking forward to Welcome Week!
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| Kathy A Fahl, MSW
Associate Vice President & Dean of Students
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Support doesn't end with the semester |
Do you know a student needing support for meals this summer or are they looking to get more involved with the community? Summer is a great time to explore all Athens provides.
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Attend a Community Make-It Day to share skills and create items that will be donated to organizations in our community.
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Find free meals nearly every day of the week across Athens, like Friday Night Life with Good Works or Tuesday Lunch at Tavolino.
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Visit The Plains Public Library for Q Cafe twice a month for a calm, low-key social space for LGBTQ+ folks to get together and talk.
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There are volunteer opportunities throughout the summer at organizations across Athens.
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Though the University remains open all summer, some hours of certain offices and services might change. A few spaces and services are listed below, but students should make sure to check the website for other areas!
For all dining venues, cafes and markets, check the Hours and Locations webpage. Bobcat HangOUt will be open under the same hours as Baker, still requiring students to swipe with their OHIO ID to access the room. Cats' Cupboard remains open by appointment. Find Ping hours on the website, and continue to get free entry for students registered for at least .5 credit hours.
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Students can check OHIO job listings throughout the summer and should consider applying for a student job next year. There's even a few positions open now if they are looking for a summer gig. A little extra cash can go a long way, and there are some great opportunities for professional development.
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Attend the Juneteenth Festival on College Green on June 19 or take a Black History Tour of Athens. This year's event is being hosted in partnership with the City of Athens, Athens County Foundation, Racial Equity Coalition of Appalachia, Athens NAACP, and Mount Zion Black Cultural Center.
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Family Weekends dates are available for the 2025-26 year! Start making your plans to visit Athens now. Events will be added to the Family Weekends website closer to each date.
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All undergraduate students are invited to apply for the Scripps Semester in D.C. program for the fall semester. Classes, internships and networking are all part of the program. Scholarships are available!
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| Access movies and music anywhere this summer |
Whether students are staying on campus, heading home or traveling abroad this summer, Ohio University Libraries has OHIO covered with an incredible selection of streaming films and music.
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Opportunities for new students to explore |
Do you know an incoming OHIO student? New Adventures Outdoor Orientation trips are open for registration this summer for incoming first year students for the summer before they come to campus.
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Start your summer reading list |
Ohio University Press’s annual summer reading sale is May 20–June 8. Get 40% off ALL books. Order more than $30 and get free U.S. shipping. Use promo code SUN during checkout. Ordering questions may be called to 800-621-2736 (Chicago Distribution Center, our warehouse).
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Does your student need mental health support? |
For Counseling and Psychological Services over the summer, same-day drop-in appointments are available for new or returning clients Monday-Friday from 9:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m. at Hudson Health Center or by calling 740.593.1616. Telehealth services via Zoom are available to students who are currently enrolled in Athens campus, reside in the state of Ohio, and have been screened as being appropriate for mental health services.
If experiencing a crisis, students can speak with a counselor at any time by calling 740.593.1616 or 988. If in need of emergency care, call 911.
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