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Ohio University board reviews AI expansion, new programs and finances
2+ hour, 5+ min ago (351+ words) Ohio University is moving forward with plans to expand the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom. The Board of Trustees was updated on the initiative during meetings held April 16-17. The Board also reviewed financial and enrollment data, heard presentations…...
Shawnee State president joins Ohio SE board
19+ hour, 56+ min ago (321+ words) Eric Braun, president of Shawnee State University, has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Ohio Southeast Economic Development (Ohio SE). Braun currently serves as the eighth president of Shawnee State in Portsmouth. Over his 15-year career at the…...
Ohio University honors Burtch family with building name
20+ hour, 45+ min ago (334+ words) Ohio University will rename 35 Park Place to The Burtch House in honor of Bruce and Janie Burtch, longtime supporters of the university, according to an announcement. The university's Board of Trustee approved the resolution during its April meetings. Bruce Burtch,…...
Ohio University Chillicothe hosts May 5 teacher development day
6+ day, 21+ hour ago (300+ words) Teachers from pre-k through 12th grade are invited to attend a professional development day at Ohio University Chillicothe on May 5. The event, titled "Foundations to Futures: Building the Workforce from the Ground Up," is expected to run from 7: 15 a. m. to 3 p. m. and will…...
Ohio University trustees to discuss AI and campus plans
1+ week, 5+ day ago (390+ words) Ohio University's Board of Trustees will focus on several key topics during its upcoming meetings on the Athens campus. According to a community announcement, the sessions will take place April 16-17. The agenda includes an update on the integration of artificial…...
A fashion show where Hocking College students steal the spotlight
1+ week, 5+ day ago (167+ words) Hocking College will host its fifth annual fashion show April 24, showcasing original work from students in the Fashion Design & Retail Merchandising (FDRM) program. The event will take place from 6-8 p. m. at The Lodge at Hocking College in Nelsonville, according to a…...
Two area residents join Ohio State Highway Patrol
1+ week, 6+ day ago (146+ words) Two area residents are among the 43 graduates of the Ohio State Highway Patrol's 178th Academy Class. Austin J. Thompson of Chillicothe'and Dakota D. Howard of Waverly completed the 28-week training program, according to a community announcement. Thompson has been assigned to the Lancaster…...
Red Cross announces new leader for central and southern Ohio
2+ week, 1+ day ago (265+ words) Tonya Craft has been named the new regional executive for the American Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio Region. Craft replaces Stephanie Byrd, who retired in December after nearly eight years in the role, according to a community announcement. The region…...
Waverly officer appointed to state school safety board
2+ week, 4+ day ago (291+ words) A Waverly police officer who works daily inside local schools has been appointed to a statewide leadership role focused on school safety, according to a community announcement. Officer Eric Ballein has been named the Southeast District representative on the Ohio…...
A hometown educator steps up to lead Ross County Christian Academy
2+ week, 5+ day ago (277+ words) Ross County Christian Academy has appointed Joshua M. Cooper as its new superintendent. Cooper, a lifelong resident of Ross County, brings more than 15 years of experience in education to his new role, according to a community announcement. Cooper succeeds Valerie Jones,…...