It is so wonderful to see campus and Athens filled with students again. We had a great turn out for Welcome Week events, and I hope your student created new experiences and friendships that will last far beyond their time at OHIO.
While engaging events continue to happen as our students settle into their second week of classes, we’re already looking ahead to the first Family Weekend of the year! From September 13-15, we invite you to visit campus, attend fun programming, and explore your student’s hOUme. Check out the calendar of events and start making your travel plans.
I also want to welcome our inaugural Bobcat Family Council members. The Bobcat Family Council is an exciting collaboration between the Office of the Dean of Students, University partners, and family members of undergraduate students to weave perspectives and feedback into our programming and resources. Thank you to all those who applied and to those who are going to make a big impact on the OHIO experience.
As always, don't hesitate to reach out if I can be of support.
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As we enter September, we are focusing on Suicide Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and supporting mental health and well-being on our campus. This year's theme is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide,” and we invite students to join us in this important initiative.
Throughout the month, students can participate in events and activities designed to foster understanding and support, like World Suicide Prevention Day and the Mental Health Resource Fair on September 10.
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Make Respect Visible Week is a chance to broaden our perspectives, build cross-cultural relationships, uplift diverse voices, and foster understanding and unity. Starting September 16, students can participate in events like Dialogue Depot.
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Did your student attend Welcome Week events last week? Encourage them to share their thoughts so we can continue providing and improving our programming. They should have received a link to a survey to answer a few short questions and enter to win a prize.
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The fun doesn't end with Welcome Week with Housing and Residence Life! We've lined up a series of engaging activities and events for the next few weeks designed to make your student's transition to college life seamless and enjoyable. See the schedule of events.
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The Singing Men of Ohio was established in 1989 a performing ensemble within the School of Music and a student organization. Today, SMO is made up of over 40 members, and open to any identity or gender. Students can join and perform across campus and the country throughout the year! They can add class code MUS2533 to their schedule.
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Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) is a web-based, secure and HIPAA compliant data collection tool available to all students at Ohio University. To learn more about REDCap and sign-up for training workshops, visit this recent article in OHIO News.
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Global experience opportunity |
Applications are open until September 20 for the Summer 2025 Global Consulting Program. Students can prepare for the challenges of the global business environment by working for two weeks abroad as part of a cross-cultural consulting team to solve authentic business problems. Students can learn more and apply.
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Does your student want to keep exploring campus and Athens but doesn't have access to a vehicle? The University and city offer plenty of options like Athens Public Transit (ride for free with an OHIO ID), CATS Late Night shuttles, and the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway — 22 miles of paved bike path connecting students to East State Street and neighboring towns.
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| Community Engagement Fair |
Students can join the Center for Community Engagement and local nonprofit partners and student organizations at 29 Park Place to learn about the volunteer, internship, research or other opportunities they offer.
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| Summer Stories: Transforming Internships into Impactful Resumes |
September 10 | 3:30-4:30 p.m.
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Students can join Career Services and reflect on their summer experiences and internships to enhance their resume. This workshop will be held in Baker 503 and is open to all students.
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| It Ends with Us Free Movie Screening |
The Office of the President, Ohio University Survivor Advocacy Program, Health Promotion and the Women’s Center are hosting a free viewing of the movie “It Ends With Us” at the Athena Cinema. Following the movie, the Survivor Advocacy Program invites viewers to stay for a discussion of the movie themes.
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