College of Arts and Sciences Stories

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Faculty Experts

It’s the heat AND the humidity: OHIO’s Ryan Fogt discusses record-breaking mugginess of June and July

Nearly half of the U.S. population experienced record heat and humidity in June and July of 2025. »¨¼¾´«Ã½ Professor of Meteorology and climatologist Ryan Fogt discusses the forces behind the uncomfortable conditions.

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Study abroad

Food in Sicily students discover the origins of Sicilian pastries and desserts

Through the Food in Sicily program at »¨¼¾´«Ã½, students can learn about the island's culinary customs while earning six credits. From preparing pesto and biancomangiare to sampling Modica chocolate, students discover how various influences influenced Sicily's famous delicacies.

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Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

News from the summer includes travel, awards, published books and international performance.

Members of Sigma Delta Pi Chapter in 2025
Student Success

»¨¼¾´«Ã½â€™s Sigma Delta Pi Chapter earns national awards

This is the eighth consecutive year that the »¨¼¾´«Ã½ chapter has received this award. The honor was bestowed to only 13 chapters nationwide in 2025.

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Inspiring students

Summer Law and Trial Institute expands pathways to legal careers for Ohio high school students

This year's participants explored many facets of the legal system, developed courtroom skills and discovered new pathways toward careers in law, justice and public service.

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International Studies

Retired Professor Steve Howard supports global scholarship at »¨¼¾´«Ã½ Press

»¨¼¾´«Ã½ Press is proud to announce a generous gift from Dr. Steve Howard to support the publication of scholarship in African studies.

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Forever OHIO

From student to steward: OHIO Eastern alumna leads Underground Railroad Museum into new era

Kristina Estle’s journey to becoming museum director of the Underground Railroad Museum in Belmont County began with an unexpected return to college at »¨¼¾´«Ã½ Eastern.

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Awards

OHIO students, faculty and alumni to participate in cultural exchange after being selected for prestigious awards

Fourteen members of the »¨¼¾´«Ã½ community have been awarded prestigious fellowships through programs like Fulbright, CLS, and Princeton in Asia, supporting international education and cultural exchange. These awards enable recipients to pursue research, teaching, and diplomatic engagement abroad.

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Alumni

OHIO community mourns the passing of alumna and supporter Jenny Grasselli Brown

Prolific scientist and »¨¼¾´«Ã½ supporter Jeanette (Gescy) Grasselli Brown, BS '50, HDS '78, passed away in July. The OHIO community remembers her legacy.

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Warm Welcomes

Becoming Bobcats: BSO welcomes a new class

With help from across the University, Bobcat Student Orientation brought more than 10,000 students and family members to campus this year, delivering an "amazing experience."

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Workforce Development

Regional employers, educators meet to advance global workforce readiness in Ohio

Industry leaders and »¨¼¾´«Ã½ partners explore how language, culture and global skills can power Ohio’s economic future.

Tech Savvy Day 2025 attendees, grades 5-9, getting ready for a full day of fun and learning at OHIO
STEM

Tech Savvy Day engages Appalachian students with STEM opportunities

Appalachian students mixed slime, launched rockets, coded robots, and explored brains at OHIO’s Tech Savvy Day, a fun-filled event sparking curiosity and excitement for all things STEM.

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Heat-related illness

Staying safe in the heat: How student-athletes can avoid overheating and dehydration in the summer

As temperatures climb and conditioning for fall sports ramp up, student-athletes face more than just competition—they face the potential for heat-related illnesses. Two OHIO experts share their insight on how student-athletes can prevent illness and who is most at risk.

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Student Success

OHIO student honored with award from Community Campus Coalition

»¨¼¾´«Ã½ student Jess Mitchell was honored with the Charles J. Ping Student Service Award from the Community Campus Coalition at the end of the spring semester.

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Community Partners

AEP Ohio Foundation, Voinovich School celebrate 10 years of STEM education partnership

The American Electric Power (AEP) Ohio Foundation and OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service have enjoyed a long-standing relationship.

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