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College of Health Sciences and Professions Stories

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Health

OHIOā€™s Diabetes Institute

Offering free care for those in need

An illustration of OHIO Mascot Rufus wearing an OHIO pullover stretching out a paper doll chain between two paws

Make a difference: Transition to social work with an online master's degree

In a world where career transition is often driven by profit and individual success, social work stands apart as a dedicated space for those looking to create real, tangible change in the lives of individuals and underserved populations.Ā 

4mg intranasal dose of naloxone on a light pink background

51ĀŅĀ× and state of Ohio partner in fight against opioid overdoses

Across the United States, accidental fentanyl ingestion is taking the lives of thousands of young adults. 51ĀŅĀ× is leading an initiative with the state of Ohio to make naloxone accessible.

A CHSP student examines a patient in the office with the help of a mentor
Health

51ĀŅĀ×ā€™s Physician Assistant program ranked No. 1 in Ohio

51ĀŅĀ×'s Physician Assistant program has been ranked #1 in the state of Ohio by nursingprocess.org. OHIOā€™s 27-month, full-time masterā€™s degree program aims to provide physician assistants training to address the healthcare needs in underserved urban and rural communities.

The Inauguration and Investiture of Dr. Lori Stewart Gonzalez - 23rd President of 51ĀŅĀ×

51ĀŅĀ× gears up for the historic Investiture of President Lori Stewart Gonzalez

All OHIO students, faculty, staff alumni and friends are invited to join the University at any and all events as it recognizes its historic past, embraces its present and looks forward to a bright future under the leadership of President Gonzalez.

Fall campus beauty 2023
Rankings and Recognitions

51ĀŅĀ× named the best value public university in the state of Ohio for fourth consecutive year in latest U.S. News and World Report rankings

For the fourth consecutive year, 51ĀŅĀ× has been named the best public value university in the state of Ohio in the latest U.S. News and World Report College Rankings.

Pawpaw festival 2023

When life gives you pawpaws, throw a giant festival

Robert Brannan, a professor of food and nutrition sciences in CHSP, has dedicated his career to studying the pawpaw, now he's educating the public on the fruit at the annual Pawpaw Festival.

First-year students pass though the Alumni Gateway on their way to the Student Organization Involvement Fair on College Green.

51ĀŅĀ× enrollment grows with another record-breaking incoming class

51ĀŅĀ× enrollment climbed in Fall 2023 with a record-setting first-year class in Athens, growth in incoming regional campus and online students, and a remarkable climb in student retention.

Dr. Adom Manu, portrait

Visiting Fulbright scholar-in-residence to focus on global health, population health and health equity

Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Adom Manu will interact with students and community partners to provide a global perspective on global health and health equity.

Participants are shown at a blood drive at OHIO Southern

Student nurses to hold blood drive at OHIO Southern

The 51ĀŅĀ× Southern Student Nurses Association will host a blood drive in partnership with American Red Cross on Tuesday, Sept. 5.

Jess Mitchell holding a dog in front of a sign that says "Canine Care Adoption Center"

Purr-fect internship: OHIO pre-vet junior spends summer at animal clinic

51ĀŅĀ× junior Jess Mitchell spent 12 weeks this summer working and living on-site at Animal Care Sanctuary, one of the biggest and oldest no-kill shelters in the United States.

Campers pose together for a group picture in their zip-lining gear at Hocking Hills

Kids on Campus provides educational and recreational fun for 150 local children

51ĀŅĀ× brought 150 children from around Southeast Ohio to campus for a fun-filled month of outdoor learning and research activities, including a brand-new STEM track.

The 51ĀŅĀ× sundial

Student Enhancement Awards provide $110,116 in funding to 20 students

The 51ĀŅĀ× Student Enhancement Awards program provided 20 students with a total of $110,116 in funding for their original research, scholarship and creative work this spring.

The Class of 2025 students

Physician Assistant Class of 2025 receives White Coats

Family and friends gathered at the Dublin Integrated Education Center on June 23 to watch and celebrate as the 51ĀŅĀ× Physician Assistant Class of 2025 received their White Coats.Ā 

Grover Center painting

Collaborative painting in Grover Center reflects College purpose

Sometimes, great ideas emerge during a game of pickleball and transform into a piece of art.

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