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Dr. Mae Jemison
OHIO Events

Kennedy Lecture Series to present Dr. Mae Jemison on Wednesday, Jan. 29

Dr. Mae Jemison is an entrepreneur, engineer, physician, educator, humanitarian and former NASA astronaut.

A crowd celebrates during a Heritage College event on the Athens Campus
Forever Forward

Building a healthier Ohio ā€“ together

A transformational $70 million gift commitment from the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation will fuel the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine's growing commitment to primary care while expanding research focused on pervasive health challenges.

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.

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Gift announcement

51ĀŅĀ× to announce transformational gift commitment by the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation

Media are invited to join theĀ Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine for the unveiling of a historic, multi-million-dollar gift commitment by theĀ Osteopathic Heritage Foundation.

Dr. Vishwajeet Puri, a professor of Biomedical Sciences at 51ĀŅĀ× and the principal investigator of the project.
Health Research

NIH backs OHIO scientists in study of protein driving metabolic wellness

Biomedical researchers at 51ĀŅĀ× have received National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding to investigate the role of a protein that is pivotal in fueling skeletal muscle, regulating exercise endurance, and enhancing insulin sensitivity.

John Schriner, Ph.D., associate dean of admissions and student affairs for the 51ĀŅĀ× Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Commencement

Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicineā€™s 2025 commencement speaker vows sentimental send-off

John Schriner, Ph.D., associate dean of admissions and student affairs for the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, will be the keynote speaker at the Heritage College's Class of 2025 graduation.

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.

Faculty members dressed in academic regalia sit in an audience
Faculty news

Faculty experts roundup

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

Shouan Zhu, Ph.D.
Research

51ĀŅĀ× Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researchers find promising avenue for osteoarthritis prevention

A groundbreaking study by a team of Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researchers reveals that limiting growth hormone reception may significantly reduce the development of osteoarthritis.

President Emeritus and Trustee Professor M. Duane Nellis and Ruthie Nellis at the retirement ceremony
Forever OHIO

OHIO honors its 21st President on his official retirement

51ĀŅĀ× President Lori Stewart Gonzalez honored President Emeritus and Trustee Professor M. Duane Nellis recently for his official retirement.

Medical student Sydney Lingerak shares her experiences in the REACH program.
Health and Wellness

Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine introduces immersive rural medicine training program

The Heritage College has started a new program that gives participating medical students first-hand knowledge of the barriers to care rural Appalachian patients experience.

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.

Larry Witmer works with a student in his labratory at 51ĀŅĀ×
Science

Introducing ā€œIn a Nutshellā€: 5 minutes, endless inspiration

At 51ĀŅĀ×, our faculty are innovators, researchers, and storytellers with a passion for what they do. Thatā€™s why weā€™re excited to introduce "In a Nutshell," a new video series that gives you a personal glimpse into the lives and work of the experts shaping the OHIO experience.

Community Health Programs mobile clinic
Health impact

51ĀŅĀ×ā€™s Community Health Programs has $63 million financial impact on Southeast Ohio

Southeast Ohio is the beneficiary of roughly $63 million in social and economic gains, according to a social return on investment analysis of the Heritage Collegeā€™s Community Health Programs.

Science CafĆ© - 51ĀŅĀ×
OHIO Events

Science CafƩ to feature Brian Clark on Dec. 4

51ĀŅĀ×ā€™s Science CafĆ© will present Professor of Physiology and Neuroscience Brian Clark discussing ā€œLive Longer ā€“ Live Stronger!ā€ on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

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