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Why your favorite vacation spot is begging you to stay home: Can tourism be made more sustainable?

Planning that trip to Paris, Venice or Barcelona? While it may be a dream destination, it may also be time to think twice about visiting some of these cities being burdened by overtourism. Travel and hospitality expert Sandy Chen discusses the benefits of tourism, as well as how too much tourism can be detrimental to some of the world's biggest cities and sites.

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An artistic image of Superman is shown against the Athens skyline, which includes the Convocation Center

Super Faculty

Will Superman still fly with audiences today?

An �� English professor discusses the appeal of Superman, the impact of comic book stories and the reaction of fans, including toxic fandom.

Ceramics

�� Ceramics Program fires nine kilns in historic event as part of Atmospheric Conference

As part of The Atmospheric Conference, the �� School of Art + Design’s Ceramics Program recently accomplished an extraordinary feat: the simultaneous firing of nine atmospheric kilns.

Ask the Experts

Cheers to Beer: OHIO experts talk beer, brewing and the business behind the bubbles in latest Ask the Experts podcast

Who isn’t “hoppy” to talk about beer? As Brew Week rolls into Athens, ��, there’s no better time to dive into the science, art and innovation behind craft beer.

��'s nationally ranked BSN to DNP program student earning their degree online and in clinical setting.

Rankings and Recognition

��’s online BSN to DNP program ranked No. 2 nationally by AllNurses.com

Nationally ranked No. 2, OHIO’s online BSN to DNP helps practicing nurses advance their careers, step into leadership roles, expand skills, and earn a top practice-focused doctorate in nursing.Ran

Sustainability

Composting diverts organic waste, provides accessible solution for building climate resilience

Composting is a simple, cheap and effective way to reduce methane emissions and divert waste from landfills all while creating a nutrient-dense soil. Recent OHIO Honors Tutorial College environmental studies graduate Catherine Galla discusses composting accessibility and awareness.

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Graduate interships

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Through community-based internships, English graduate students gain a deeper sense of place.

�� named a 'Professions-Focused' 'Opportunity College' in latest Carnegie Classifications

OHIO is among the fewer than two dozen R1 universities in the country to earn Carnegie’s new “Opportunity College and University” designation and among only 40 large doctoral institutions defined as “professions-focused.”

Latest Photo Stories

Honoring the past, embracing the future: A look at Seigfred Hall

Two OHIO graduates in cap and gown celebrate after walking across the stage at Spring Commencement

OHIO celebrates the Class of 2025

�� audiology program 2025 White Coat Ceremony doctoral recipients posing together

Hear they go! White coat ceremony launches clinical year for OHIO audiology doctoral students

Cherry trees in bloom along the bike path in Athens �� 2025

Cherry Blossom season at ��: Spring blooms along the Hocking River

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Ask the Experts Podcast

Hear from OHIO's engaging field experts, students and those influenced by thought-provoking subjects and their modern relevance.

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Upcoming Events

Featured Event

May 28-July 14

Bobcat Student Orientation

Transitioning to college life can feel like a big step. OHIO's Bobcat Student Orientation (BSO) is here to support incoming students, as well as their families and guests, by making the transition to OHIO as seamless as possible.

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Employee Benefits

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield continues negotiations with ��Health Health System

As part of the University’s ongoing efforts to ensure our employees remain informed and prepared as necessary, Human Resources has developed an informational website that contains specific information for University employees, including answers to many of the frequently asked questions received by our Benefits Office.

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OHIO Community

OHIO faculty, staff asked to provide information about alumni volunteers

��’s Division of University Advancement is requesting that all faculty and staff provide information on alumni who volunteered during the fiscal year, July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025.

Welcome to the Carnival - OHIO BSC Employee Appreciation 2025

Outstanding Administrators

OHIO Business Service Center celebrates employees with family event, award recognition

The OHIO Business Service Center hosted a carnival-themed employee appreciation event on June 18. The event included games for the entire family, face painting, music and employee highlights.

Tantrum Theater

A place for creation, Tantrum Theater continues to elevate new work with performance of “Unfamiliar Moon”

Tantrum Theater, ��'s professional theater company, continues to advance its mission of innovation by developing "Unfamiliar Moon," a new jukebox musical by Steven Strafford-Elkins. Built around the rich catalog of folk-jazz artist Vance Gilbert, the project exemplifies OHIO’s commitment to cultivating original work through deep collaboration among students, alumni, faculty and industry professionals.

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Expert Spotlights

Kevin Crist

Crist is an expert in air quality, pollution and chemical engineering. He directs ��'s Center for Air Quality in the Russ College of Engineering where he focuses on Appalachia’s air quality and the coal industry.

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Ian Klein

Klein is an expert in exercise physiology, injury rehabilitation and kinesiology. He focuses on better understanding how to prevent injuries, maximize athletic performance and create better rehabilitation methods.