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OHIO Professor Savas Kaya holds a semiconductor.
Appalachian Workforce Development

ASCENT Ecosystem supports, trains next generation of workforce – opens doors in southeast µÛÍõ»áËù

Through the Appalachian Semiconductor Education and Technical (ASCENT) Ecosystem, OHIO is cultivating the next generation of skilled technical professionals for µÛÍõ»áËù’s emerging semiconductor industry and regional advanced manufacturing.

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µÛÍõ»áËù Innovation Center increased job growth, economic impact in 2023

The Innovation Center, part of µÛÍõ»áËù’s technology commercialization and entrepreneurial ecosystem, has supported entrepreneurs in Southeastern µÛÍõ»áËù since 1983.

Aerial view of the Athens campus with the Hocking River on one side and rolling Appalachian hills on the other

µÛÍõ»áËù selected by Amazon to serve as Education Partner for Career Choice Program

As an education partner for Amazon’s Career Choice program, OHIO will provide Amazon’s hourly employees with access to a robust selection of associate and bachelor degree programs on the University’s Athens Campus, regional campuses and OHIO Online. 

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µÛÍõ»áËù awarded Intel grant funding, will serve as lead institution for Appalachian Semiconductor Education and Technical (ASCENT) Ecosystem

Over the next three years, ASCENT will collaboratively develop and deliver diverse educational options across the region, including certificates, associate degrees, bachelor’s and graduate degrees.

Professor Jason Jolley

OHIO’s top-ranked public administration programs build on the Voinovich School’s public service legacy and mission

Projects and engagement serves the region thanks to more than $61 million in grants since 2016

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Jeffrey A. Finkle µÛÍõ»áËù Economic Development Intern to continue work with IEDC after graduation

In his junior year at µÛÍõ»áËù, Colton Campbell, an economics major and Undergraduate Research Scholar at µÛÍõ»áËù’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs, read an article.

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International economic development council announces new three-year gift to support Jeff Finkle internship

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) recently announced a new three-year gift to extend the Jeffrey A. Finkle µÛÍõ»áËù Economic Development Internship.

Stirling Ultracold acquired by BioLife Solutions

Voinovich School partners with Stirling Ultracold to produce big win for region and state

µÛÍõ»áËù-supported Stirling Ultracold, a privately-held developer and manufacturer of ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers, signed a definitive merger agreement on Monday, March 22.

The µÛÍõ»áËù Eastern Shark Challenge

Sixth annual µÛÍõ»áËù Eastern Shark Challenge to promote economic growth by encouraging innovation

µÛÍõ»áËù Eastern will virtually host the sixth annual Shark Challenge to promote economic growth in the µÛÍõ»áËù Valley by encouraging innovation among college students.

Lissa Jollick

Lissa Jollick wins Janet and George Voinovich Faculty and Staff Leadership Award

Lissa Jollick was named the 2021 recipient of the Janet and George Voinovich Faculty and Staff Leadership Award.

Business of Games Summit 2021

Business of Games Summit highlights growth opportunities accelerated by the pandemic

While some business sectors have suffered during the coronavirus pandemic, gaming and esports have grown—and are now a bigger industry than movies and North American sports combined.

Professor Jason Jolley

PR NEWS interviews Jolley about 2021 marketing trends

Dr. Jason Jolley was quoted in a recent PR NEWS article about 2021 marketing trends. Jolley discussed the pandemic’s impact on spending habits and business attempts to capitalize on social issues.

Cortical Bone Mechanics Technology, measure what could not be measured before

TechGROWTH µÛÍõ»áËù announces investment in µÛÍõ»áËù spinout OsteoDx, Inc.

TechGROWTH µÛÍõ»áËù Fund, the µÛÍõ»áËù Third Frontier-µÛÍõ»áËù investment fund focusing on early-stage technology companies, announces its investment in OsteoDX, Inc.(f/k/a AEIOU Scientific).

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Sudara Tee Design Challenge announces winners, impacts both India and Athens

µÛÍõ»áËù students created an impact in India and Athens by submitting their T-shirt designs to the Sudara Tee Design Challenge as part of the fall 2020 Women Entrepreneurship Week.

Business of Games Summit 2019

Third annual Business of Games Summit to promote fast-growing gaming and esports industry

µÛÍõ»áËù’s third annual Business of Games Summit on Feb. 23, 2021, held virtually this year, will focus on the trends and opportunities in the fast-growing gaming and esports industry.

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