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Patton College of Education Stories

Madison Drosieko and Chubu University Sensei
Unique Learning Opportunities

51ĀŅĀ× Eastern student finds inspiration, growth in Japan through study abroad experience

51ĀŅĀ× Eastern student Madyson Drosieko, an Early Childhood Education major and St. Clairsville native, spent three transformative months studying abroad at Chubu University in Japan.

SBF 2025
Scholastic Book Fair

Patton College of Education to host Scholastic Book Fair Feb. 6-9

The Patton College of Educationā€™s Stevens Literacy Center (SLC) will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair from Feb. 6-9 in the lobby of Patton Hall on 51ĀŅĀ×ā€™s Athens campus.

A photo of someone working on a laptop computer, and an OHIO coffee mug is next to the computer
U.S. News and World Report Rankings

Several OHIO Online programs ranked best in state, among best in nation, in latest ā€œBest Online Programsā€ rankings by U.S. News & World Report

Several ofĀ OHIO's online programs, including psychology and nursing, were ranked top in the state and among the best nationally in the latest U.S. News & World Report list of "Best Online Programs."

OHIO Student Expo - Creativity and Discovery
OHIO Events

OHIO Student Expo registration now open

51ĀŅĀ× students can win cash prizes at the annual event that highlights student research, scholarship and creative works.

Abriella Lykins
students

Senior Spotlight - Abriella Lykins

Abriella Lykins is graduated at the end of the fall semester from the Patton College of Education with an Associate of Applied Science in Child Development.

An aerial drone shot of the Athens campus on a snowy day in 2024
Year in review

Top 10 most-read OHIO Today stories of 2024

From the total solar eclipse to transformative gifts and top national rankings, OHIO Today captured events and achievements that defined 2024. Dive into the yearā€™s most-read stories and relive the moments that made Bobcat history.

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Faculty news

Faculty experts roundup

The last roundup of 2024 features publications, presentations and awards.

Bridget Burkett and Andie Miller working on their project in the CoLab Makerspace
Experiential Learning

Fostering innovation: Special education students in 51ĀŅĀ×'s CoLab

The students in Dr. Jen Newtonā€™s EDSP 4500 course utilized the CoLabā€™s Makerspace, which houses sewing machines, Cricut smart cutting machines, an embroidery machine, 3D printers, and other craft supplies.

OHIO students celebrate during their Fall 2024 commencement ceremony
Commencement

A moment to remember forever: Celebrating OHIO's Fall 2024 graduates

As 51ĀŅĀ× graduates crossed the stage and stepped into their futures, the Convocation Center was alive with celebration and hope. View the inspiring moments that showcase the energy, joy and achievement of this year's Bobcat graduates.

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

51ĀŅĀ× celebrated its international education programs and honored several individuals for their outstanding global engagement efforts near the end of the fall semester.

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.

51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe Teacher Candidates
Student Success

OHIO Chillicothe teacher candidates practice interview skills with local educators

OHIO Chillicotheā€™s graduating education majors participated this week in mock interviews with local educators and administrators to help sharpen their interview skills and prepare for the job search.

A chef is pictured at a banquet with other people serving themselves in the foreground
Holiday celebrations

'Every year, we add more tables'

At the fourth-annual Home Away from Home Thanksgiving feast, students and faculty from the Patton College of Education treated guests to a lavish spread.

Thom Stevenson ATE
Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts: Waste not around the holidays

Tis the season for giving, spending time with loved ones and copious amounts of food. Thom Stevenson discusses how we can reduce food waste around the holidays and work to reduce food insecurity.

Katie Dettwiller
Student Spotlight

Senior Spotlight - Katie Dettwiller

A resident of Otway, Ohio, Katie Dettwiller is graduating this semester from the Patton College of Education with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Elementary Education.

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