Archive for September, 2015

Advising Tip | Best Time to Study for Exams is 2-3 Weeks Ahead

Sara Berens

By Sara Berens Academic Advisor and Retention Specialist for the College of Arts & Sciences Did you know that the recommended time frame to begin studying for an exam is actually two to three weeks in advance? Some students assume that studying the day before, aka “procrastination”, will lead them […]

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September 22, 2015 at 10:17 amNews

More than 200 Attend OPIE Fall Picnic

Tetyana Dovbnya

By Tetyana Dovbnya OPIE and International Advisor for the College of Arts & Sciences OPIE Fall 2015 Picnic More than 200 faculty, students, and friends of the Ohio Program of Intensive English enjoyed a beautiful, relaxing picnic at Stroud’s Run State Park on the afternoon of Wednesday, Sept. 16. Picnic-goers had a […]

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September 21, 2015 at 11:19 amNews

Transfer Tip | Transfer Classes and GPA

Kristi Conrad

By Kristi Conrad Academic Advisor and Transfer Specialist for the College of Arts & Sciences While taking courses at other institutions can be a great way to get ahead, keep in mind that the grades you earn in these courses will not be calculated into your Ohio University GPA. It […]

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September 20, 2015 at 8:38 pmNews

Career Corner | Make a Great Impression at Career & Internship Fair

Career Corner | Make a Great Impression at Career & Internship Fair

By Jessie Carter Assistant Director, Career & Leadership Development Center for the College of Arts & Sciences You’ve edited your resume for what feels like the hundredth time. You’ve meticulously chosen your professional outfit. You’ve done your research on Bobcat CareerLink to learn more about the employers coming to the Career […]

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September 18, 2015 at 1:53 pmNews

Mock Trial Selects 21 Inaugural Team Members

Mock Trial Selects 21 Inaugural Team Members

Thirty-five students signed up to compete at the Ohio University Mock Trial Team inaugural tryouts on Sept. 16, and 21 students were invited to join the organization.  In order to try out, interested students were required to prepare a speech on a selected topic, and were, upon completion of the […]

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September 17, 2015 at 4:07 pmNews

Workshop: How to Write a Competitive AAUW Fellowship, Sept. 30

A workshop on How to Write a Competitive AAUW Fellowship is Tuesday, Sept. 30, from noon  to 1 p.m. in Alden Library 301U. RSVP to Roxanne Male-Brune at male-bru@ohio.edu. The workshop will review the guidelines and tips for successful applications.  NOTE: the guidelines have changed this year. Overview:  AAUW advances equality […]

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September 15, 2015 at 7:02 pmAnnouncements

Advising Tip | Seek Academic Help Before You Struggle

Sara Berens

By Sara Berens College of Arts & Sciences Academic Adviser One common misconception that I hear from students time and time again is to seek help after they have started to struggle in a class. However, by that point, it may already be too late! Just because you may not […]

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September 15, 2015 at 9:53 amNews