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Reminder to Students to Update Their Information
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Please remind your son or daughter to update their emergency contact information through the University Registrar's MyAddress Website located here.
While they updating this important information, they can include up to two email addresses to which grades can be sent.
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| Quick Reference
Phone Numbers |
Dean of Students
740.593.1800
Residential Housing
740.593.4095
Financial Aid
740.593.4141
Ohio University Athletics
740.593.1174
Campus Involvement Center
740.593.4025
Bursar's Office
740.593.4130
OU Police Department
740.593.1911 |
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Consider a Gift to Ohio University
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Dear Parents and Families, 
I am writing in the middle of what I hope will be the final snowstorm of the winter here in Athens! We are winding down the quarter and I'm sure your sons and daughters are beginning preparations for their finals that are just a few weeks away.
When I moved to Athens and began my position as Dean of Students nearly two years ago, I pledged to create a more open and continuous line of communication with parents. I feel it is important to share with you the reality
of what occurs on our campus, which is most often good but sometimes very difficult too. I can assure you that you won't find many
other colleges or universities that take this approach, for fear that it won't
create a positive image for them. But my primary concern is not for our image. It is for our students, your sons and daughters. And I plan to continue communicating with you in the coming years to ensure that we work together towards our shared goal of creating the best possible experience for all of the Ohio University family.
In light of the recent cases of bacterial meningitis on our campus, we have planned a live audio conference specifically for parents that will be held this Tuesday. You can find details in the newsletter below, and I strongly encourage you to consider logging on and listening if you are available.
I
want to personally thank you for your questions, suggestions and kind words throughout the
quarter. As always, if there is anything
that my office can do to assist, please do not hesitate to email or call us at deanstu@ohio.edu or
740-593-1800.
Sincerely,
Ryan Lombardi
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Have Your Meningitis Questions Answered
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On Tuesday, March 2nd from 7-8pm (EST), Ohio University will host a live web audio discussion to answer your questions about the recent meningitis cases. Questions must be sent in advance via email to deanstu@ohio.edu. Please submit your questions by Monday, March 1st at 4:00pm (EST) to ensure they are answered by the panel.
The following individuals will participate in the discussion:
Richard Gaskell, M.D., Athens City-County Health Commissioner
Karen Montgomery-Reagan, M.D., Interim Medical Director, Student Health Services - Ryan Lombardi, Dean of Students and Associate Vice President for Student Affairs
- Kent J. Smith, Jr. Ph.D., Vice President for Student Affairs
- David Hopka, Assistant Vice President for Safety and Risk Management
- Christine Sheets, Executive Director of Residential Housing
- Renea Morris, Executive Director, University Communications and Marketing
If you are interested in listening to this live panel discussion and hearing answers your questions you can log on to http://streaming.cns.ohiou.edu/deanofstudents on Tuesday, March 2nd from 7-8pm (EST).
If your computer does not have Windows Media Player
Plug-in installed, you should be prompted to install it. You can also go to
this site to install the needed plug-in:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/download/
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Spring Break Travel Tips
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We hope that spring break will be a fun, positive, and relaxing
break for Ohio University students. It is a time for rest, relaxation, and to enjoy the company of family and friends. We know that some of our students plan their spring break vacation in a recreational environment that could pose safety challenges for those who participate. Others may choose to go abroad
and experience exciting
new adventures for the first time.
We would like for you to help us remind our students to make good decisions regarding their social activities while enjoying their break. For some helpful travel tips and spring break advice, please see the following websites:
http://studentsabroad.state.gov/
http://www.safespringbreak.org/
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Ohio University Mom's Weekend Package
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Ohio University's annual Mom's Weekend is approaching
quickly; April 30 will be here before we know it. The OU Parents Club of Greater Cleveland has
worked with the university to create an opportunity to offer a special package
this year that includes round trip travel by motor coach to Athens and accommodations at Bromley Hall for
the weekend. The package is designed to
provide everything you need within a short walk; you can't get closer to
campus. The cost of the package is very
reasonable but space is limited. All information must be provided to the OU
Parents Club no later than Friday, March 26.
If
you have any questions or are in need of further information please contact
Diane Cerri (Diane_Cerri@ohnp.uscourts.gov) at 216-357-7361 (day) or 216-408-7700 or Bob Martin (remartin1350@oh.rr.com) at 440-951-0456. | |
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Important Dates for Financial Aid
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March, 2010
Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered
first priority for need-based programs at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov.
January 5 to March 20, 2010
Complete the online Scholarship Application for
Continuing Students at http://www.ohio.edu/financialaid.
Once there, you will find a direct link to the 2010-11 scholarship application
under the 'Important Links' heading.
May 15, 2010
Upperclass award letter notifications are emailed to
students' Ohio University email accounts.
Summer, 2010
Visit http://www.ohio.edu/financialaid
and select "My Fin.Aid@OHIO" to
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February Leader of the Month: Brittany Wolverton
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 Brittany was nominated by her peers for
her inspirational work with Rural Action, Girl Power, and the Trimble School district.
Ms. Wolverton created Future Women of Appalachia to meet the needs of a community of
girls who are often under served. With plans of expanding her organization into
other school districts within southeastern Ohio in the near future, Brittany is
an outstanding example of leadership in action.
Brittany's Definition of Leadership:
"Leadership is taking initiative, staying confident, and persevering under
pressure. Leadership is more than reaching a goal; it is about unavoidable
failure, constant communication, and enduring positivity. Leadership is
learning about yourself while empowering others."
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Summer Programs for High School Students
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High school students can choose from a variety of summer
programs on the Ohio
University campus. Each program offers college credit for the experience. Fees and selection criteria vary from program
to program. Here is a small sample of
the opportunities available:
Summer
Honors Academy
The Honors Academy
is open to high school students who have completed their freshman, sophomore or
junior years with a 3.25 GPA on a 4.0 grade scale. It runs from June 21 through July 23, 2010,
and gives students an opportunity to enroll in standard University courses of
their choice. Students may opt to live
on campus or commute. Close supervision
and support is provided by student mentors from the Honors Tutorial
College. Students explore Ohio University
resources and major options, participate in service learning projects, and
enjoy structured extracurricular activities.
Full program information is available at http://www.outreach.ohio.edu/honorsacademy/
High School Journalism Workshop
The 65th annual Ohio
University High School Journalism Workshop will be held June 17-19, 2010. It is open to high school students who wish
to improve their journalism skills or are considering pursuing journalism after
high school. Full program information is
available at www.scrippsjschool.org/hsjw/
Sports
Business Academy
New to Ohio University
this summer, the Academy is designed for entering high school juniors and seniors,
and for incoming college freshmen interested in the business of sports. The weeklong experience (July 18-25, 2010)
includes training by top faculty and industry executives, while combining
classroom activities with practical experiences on campus and a visit to one of
Ohio's professional teams. Full program information is available at www.sportsad.ohio.edu/undergrad/academy/
For more information on these and other summer programs, contact
Patricia Davidson, Asst. Director of Summer Sessions at davidson@ohio.edu or
740-593-1767.
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Center for Student Legal Services Survey
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 The Center for Student Legal Services is the law office that serves only Ohio University students. There is an optional $8.00
legal service fee on your student's tuition bill which allows them access to this
valuable service if paid. Because of the impeding switch to semesters in 2012,
we are trying to obtain information regarding the fee change that will have to
take place to coincide with the change to semesters. Please take a minute to
answer the following three questions about the fee. Your opinion is very
valuable to us!
You can access the survey here http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/KSSY6QV
Should you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 740-594-8093 or visit us online at http://www.studentlegalrights.org/
Thank you from the staff of the Center for Student Legal Services. |
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