Ashland University
Dr. Joshua Sumpter has been named chaplain and executive director of Christian Ministry at Ashland University, his alma mater. With pastoral and academic experience from Waynesburg University, he will guide students' spiritual development. A passionate mentor and speaker, Sumpter returns to AU with a deep commitment to faith-based leadership and service. Read more.
Baldwin Wallace University
Baldwin Wallace University students embraced global learning through study abroad programs in Japan, Greece, Zambia, Ireland, Spain, and Guatemala, gaining cultural insight, independence, leadership skills, and hands-on career preparation. Many experienced their first time abroad, navigating new environments while applying academic knowledge in real-world contexts, strengthening both personal growth and global understanding. Read more.
Bluffton University
Bluffton students Trevor King ’28 and Logan Daugherty ’27 received 2025 Summer Discovery Grants, earning $1,500 each for unpaid vocational experiences. King will shadow lab professionals in Ohio, while Daugherty will intern in Washington, D.C., gaining hands-on medical experience. Click here to learn more.
Capital University
For 75 years, Capital University’s School of Nursing has led with innovation, compassion, and excellence. From pioneering curriculum changes to holistic care, global experiences, and a 100% NCLEX pass rate in 2024, the school continues to shape skilled, caring professionals while honoring a legacy of leadership, service, and transformative education. Read more.
Cedarville University
Cedarville grad Ramen Felumlee ’24 turned post-college rejection into purpose, becoming a financial literacy teacher and cross country coach at a Dayton high school. A former All-American athlete, he now mentors students facing real-life challenges, using his passion for running and perseverance to inspire both in and out of the classroom. Read more.
Defiance College
Defiance College student-athletes excelled academically, with 11 teams posting GPAs above 3.0 and 51 students earning 4.0s. Numerous athletes earned regional and national academic honors, including WHAC All-Conference, Daktronics NAIA Scholar-Athlete, and Academic All-District recognition, reflecting sustained excellence across multiple sports and disciplines. Read more.
Denison University
More than 750 alumni returned to The Hill for Reunion 2025, including 130 from the Class of 1975. The weekend featured class celebrations, inspiring panels, campus tours, and a moving tribute to beloved professor David O. Woodyard. Reunion gifts totaled $14.5 million, led by a $9.6 million gift from the Class of 1975. Read more.
University of Findlay
Simon Tanner, a Findlay High School senior, made history as the University of Findlay’s first public high school student to earn a degree through the College Credit Plus (CCP) program. He graduated college hours before prom. CCP offers Ohio students free college courses, fostering academic growth and early college success. Read more.
Franklin University
Franklin University’s Dr. Wendy L. Eaton, MPA Program Chair, has been appointed to ICMA’s Graduate Education Committee. Her three-year term supports the University’s mission to align academic programs with workforce needs, enhancing public service education and ensuring students gain real-world leadership experience that prepares them for impactful careers in local government. Read more.
Heidelberg University
Heidelberg University’s Master of Arts in Counseling program received a $2.25 million HRSA grant to support aspiring mental health professionals. Over four years, the funding will provide stipends, advanced training, and community outreach, addressing Ohio’s mental health workforce shortage—especially in rural areas—while expanding access to affordable, trauma-informed counselor education. Read more.
Hiram College
Hiram sophomore Nathan Cooper and his brother Chase won $4,300 at two pitch competitions with their mobile golf simulator startup. Representing Hiram’s Entrepreneurship High Performance Program, they took top honors at both IdeaBuild and the regional ideaLabs contest, impressing judges with their innovation and strong business presentations. Click here to read more.
John Carroll University
John Carroll University has launched the COMPASS Program, an initiative supporting students with learning differences. Funded by the Noetzel family, the program begins in Fall 2025, offering academic, social, and career resources, promoting inclusion and student success through a supportive cohort model. Read more.
Kenyon College
Kenyon ranks second among small schools for Peace Corps volunteers, with nine alumni currently serving in eight countries, including Sebastian Gaeta ’24. Since 1961, 243 Kenyon grads have joined the Corps. Faculty credit the liberal arts foundation for preparing students to serve globally with empathy, adaptability, and strong communication and problem-solving skills. Click here to read more.
Lake Erie College
Lake Erie College celebrates student writers Mackenzie Meeker and Adeline (AJ) Cloutier for their recent literary achievements. Meeker’s flash fiction was published in 10 By 10 Flash, and Cloutier’s poem appeared in Polaris, a national undergraduate magazine. Their success highlights the talent nurtured in the college’s Creative Writing Club. Read more.
Lourdes University
The second annual Spectrum of Possibilities Conference is around the corner and will feature keynote speaker Dr. Kerry Magro. This one-day event fosters autism awareness through evidence-based practices, community connection, and advocacy, uniting professionals, educators, self-advocates, and families for learning and meaningful dialogue. Read more.
Malone University
Tyler McClellan, a Malone University counseling graduate student, earned a $1,000 scholarship from the Ohio School Counselor Association for 2025–2026. Chosen for his standout essay and strong faculty recommendation, McClellan is praised for his compassion, dedication, and servant leadership as he prepares to make a meaningful impact as a school counselor. Read more.
Marietta College
Marietta College received a $150,000 grant from the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce to offer full tuition scholarships for its online “Military Bridges to Teaching” program. Active-duty personnel, veterans, and their spouses with bachelor’s degrees can now pursue Ohio teaching licensure tuition‑free, with personalized mentorship and flexible online coursework. Read more.
University of Mount Union
In 1919, Florence Roe began her college journey at Mount Union, mirroring many experiences of students today—homesickness, campus life, and academic stress. Thanks to her preserved letters, her story lives on through her descendants, showcasing how the college experience, though evolving, still connects generations through shared hopes, challenges, and memories. Read more.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon Nazarene University and Africa Nazarene University launched a student exchange program. Robert, a Kenyan law student, explored U.S. justice and faith. Kessy, from Burundi, overcame cultural and academic challenges. Dominic, from MVNU, embraced Kenyan life and diversity. All three returned home transformed—academically, culturally, and spiritually enriched by the experience. Read more about their experiences.
Muskingum University
Over spring break, five Muskingum students joined Chaplain Derek Wadlington on a service trip to hurricane-impacted western North Carolina. Partnering with Westminster College, they worked on cleanup and repair projects, gaining hands-on experience in service, reflection, and community building. Click here to read more.