Stories tagged with: Community Engagement

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Community Engagement

Using virtual reality to recruit workforce for rural internet expansion

The Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service is taking virtual reality headsets into high schools and career centers across Southeast Ohio to help attendees learn more about new, in-demand jobs.

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Community Engagement

Ohio Men of Excellence Network builds homes and community connections

Ohio Men of Excellence Network students took part in a Habitat for Humanity project in Lancaster, Ohio, working together to build a home for a local family. The experience blended teamwork, service and practical learning, leaving a lasting impact on both the participants and the community.

The winners of Global Engagement Awards and speakers from the event pose for a photo in the Baker Ballroom
Global Education

OHIO faculty, staff honored for global education, research excellence

»¨¼¾´«Ã½ celebrated its international education programs and honored several individuals for their outstanding global engagement efforts near the end of the fall semester.

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Faculty Awards

Julia Paxton to take expertise in poverty and economics into a global classroom with Fulbright Award

Professor Julia Paxton's innovative approach to community-driven education has earned her a Fulbright Award to expand her work internationally, furthering the impact in addressing global disparities, specifically in inequality and poverty.

Construction being done on the first phase of the Inclusive Playground Project
Alumni Success

Differences aren't deficits

Formed by OHIO alumni, the Alexander Inclusive Playground project aims to create accessible environments, nurturing everyone's unique potential.

Dr. Julio Arauz works with a student in the McClure School.
Community Impact

Bridging the digital divide: »¨¼¾´«Ã½ Eastern empowers communities with 5G Readiness Certification

This groundbreaking initiative, offered at no cost to participants, combines online learning and hands-on training to prepare community members for high-demand careers in the rapidly growing 5G industry.

High school students from the region are show wearing safety vests while standing outside of a school bus
Community Engagement

Bridging science and community: The impact of the PORTS Student Summary Project

Each year, students from Pike and Scioto counties, guided by the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service, translate complex environmental data into accessible summaries for the public. 

2024 Basic Peace Officer Academy cohort
Community Engagement

Second cohort of Basic Peace Officer Academy graduates with outstanding achievements

On Dec. 9, 2024, the Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center, in partnership with »¨¼¾´«Ã½ Chillicothe, celebrated the completion of its second cohort of the Basic Peace Officer Academy.

Ann Rattine and David Rohall holding award of merit certificate
OHIO Awards

Honoring history: Ann Rattine receives Preservation Merit Award for work with Great Western Schoolhouse

»¨¼¾´«Ã½ Eastern is proud to celebrate Ann Rattine, the steward of the Great Western Schoolhouse, for her remarkable dedication to historic preservation.

Opera outreach program
Community Engagement

OHIO’s Opera Outreach Program combats bullying and brings opera to life for young audiences

After a successful first season, OHIO’s Opera Theater is taking on a two-fold mission for the second year in a row: share an anti-bullying message while educating children about the medium of opera.

John Carey speaks at the GIS Symposium
Serving Appalachia

Appalachian Ohio GIS Symposium launches Regional Data Hub

The GIS Hub is a comprehensive data-sharing ecosystem that enhances decision-making, promotes sustainable development and improves the quality of life across the region’s 32 counties. 

A speaker gives a presentation at the Summit on Sustainability
Community Engagement

MORPC Summit on Sustainability brings together community leaders, Voinovich School members

The annual Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC} event brings together hundreds of community members committed to leading the charge towards a more sustainable future.

Jamie McGrew
OHIO Impact

Jamie McGrew empowers change in Appalachia with Marianne Post Arlia MPA Scholarship

From a passionate service provider to a systemic change agent, Jamie McGrew’s journey exemplifies her deep commitment to improving lives in Southeastern Ohio.

Bennett Hall
Community Engagement

Association for University Regional Campuses of Ohio seeks proposals for 31st Annual Conference

»¨¼¾´«Ã½ Chillicothe will host the 31st annual conference for the Association for University Regional Campuses of Ohio (AURCO) on April 11-12.

A WellWorks staff member assists an individual who is exercising at WellWorks
OHIO Community

WellWorks announces upgrades to memberships

»¨¼¾´«Ã½â€™s wellness center, WellWorks, has announced that it will reformat its membership options to better support a variety of well-being goals.

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