A Hypocritical Sham By Leon Botstein Secretary McMahon opened with a valid criticism: that we have an overabundance of administrators in our colleges. She is right. The reasons behind excessive administrative costs include not only overregulation, but the intensely litigious nature of our fellow…

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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Gov. Mike DeWine implored trustees of the state’s colleges and universities Thursday to recruit in-state and out-of-state high schoolers to their schools – from making sure campus tours are pleasant, to ensuring all students have work opportunities in their fields of study. “We’ve…

Youngstown State University has reported enrollment growth for the second year in a row following the start of the fall 2025 semester. According to a press release, this marks the first back-to-back enrollment increase in more than a decade, with YSU seeing a 2.1% increase in total student headcount…

Key Takeaways Ohio University plans to phase out 11 degree programs and merge 18 others due to the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act, which mandates cuts for programs with low enrollment.Both a faculty union leader and a conservative economist express some support for the mergers, citing potential…

The University of Akron received some good enrollment news this year with a large freshman class and its total number of students up 3.4% compared to last fall. It's the first major enrollment increase the university has seen in years, though its total enrollment, 15,318, is still about half of what…

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News and Announcements Image Ohio University and OHIO Online have once again been recognized among the top transfer-friendly colleges and universities in the nation, securing a spot on the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) Transfer Honor Roll. This prestigious designation highlights…

Trustees from Ohio's 26 public colleges and universities will meet in Columbus Thursday for the state's annual trustees conference hosted by the Ohio Department of Education. The conference is an annual event, but this year, trustees will get a rundown on how to properly comply with Ohio's Senate…

More than 40 years ago, the Weatherhead Foundation made its first investment in Case Western Reserve University, helping raise the profile of the business school with a $3 million gift. Now the foundation is building on that legacy with a new $25 million donation to launch the Celia Scott…

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Over the past three years, the number of high school students taking college courses has increased more than 20 percent, making them a growing share of all undergraduates, according to data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center. Dual enrollment can help high school students get a…

Designation recognizes UC as a leader in providing educational opportunities across the life span The University of Cincinnati has been officially recognized as an Age-Friendly University (AFU), joining a global consortium of more than 100 institutions of higher education committed to fostering age…

Clark State College is answering the call to strengthen public safety by launching a 9-1-1 Communications Dispatch Academy this fall. The six-week, hands-on training program will prepare individuals to step into one of the most vital roles in emergency response: the 9-1-1 communications operator.…

Ohio University’s College of Health Sciences and Professions (CHSP) has partnered with OhioHealth Sports Medicine to create the nation’s first accredited athletic training residency specializing in pediatrics. “The Athletic Training Program at Ohio University has been innovating and helping to grow…

In the wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University last Wednesday, Ohio college students who put on political events say they are rattled—and rethinking some logistics. Kirk, who was 31, founded Turning Point USA, which pushes for conservative politics at…

Columbus, Ohio — College freshmen Ashlee Croll and Brooklyn Baldwin are part of something new this fall at Ohio State University that will infuse artificial intelligence lessons into every major. "As a bio major, you have to take a lot of hard science classes, math classes," Croll told CBS News.…

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Ohio has sued Ohio State University for allegedly violating the free speech rights of an OSU student who was expelled after he posted pro-Palestine comments on social media. Guy Christensen completed his first year as an undergraduate student at OSU in…

After 20 months at the helm, Ohio State University President Ted Carter is finally ready to unveil his long-term plans for the university. The president will deliver his second State of the University address Sept. 17 at noon, where he is scheduled to reveal the 10-year strategic plan he's been…

The Trump administration’s education grant cancellation spree has accelerated in recent weeks, with millions of dollars abruptly cut off for several dozen ongoing projects promoting civics, arts, and literacy education, and preparing K-12 students for college. In the last few weeks, the U.S.…

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - While colleges across the country are losing students, Youngstown State University said it's seeing growth. Enrollment is up for the Fall 2025 semester and administrators are calling it a sign of strength. The university reports that total head count is up more than 2% compared to…

The University of Akron is a bit more crowded — and president R.J. Nemer said that’s a good thing. Join the movement. Just $5 gets you in. This kind of work takes resources. Reader support helps Signal provide clear, actionable information to help you navigate city life and stay connected with your…

ATHENS — Ohio University has reported a 3.6% increase in total enrollment, reaching 30,682 students this fall. The growth is attributed to a record incoming freshman class in Athens, improved retention rates on the Athens and regional campuses and continued enrollment growth in online programs,…

ASHLAND, Ohio – Shawn Orr, Ph.D., has been named Chief of Staff to the President at Ashland University, effective Sept. 15, as announced by AU President Jon Parrish Peede. She will manage strategic initiatives and special projects that advance the university’s mission, serve as a key liaison between…

The number of college-educated workers retiring far outpaces the number of young people entering the workforce with similar levels of education, creating a national skills shortage, according to a new report from Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce. The report, released…

A new report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center revealed stark disparities in postsecondary outcomes for graduates based on the socioeconomic levels of their high schools. This year’s annual High School Benchmarks report analyzed outcomes data for the high school graduating…

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Ohio State President Carter and Columbus State President Harrison sign the agreement for Buckeye Bridge Photo: The Ohio State University Download Media Kit Preparing your download... An error occurred while preparing your download 15 September 2025 | 14:00 PM America/New_York Buckeye Bridge will…

The Polymer Industry Cluster, in partnership with The University of Akron, has announced the location of a new facility designed to help researchers, small businesses and established polymer companies accelerate the production of advanced polymer materials and support go-to-market strategies for…

Community colleges are essential to workforce and economic development ecosystems, and our speed to market strategies facilitate talent recruitment and development, workforce retention and upskilling. Our institutions are well-known in our regions as problem-solvers for employers, but how do we…

Growth at regional campuses and College Credit Plus program lift university The University of Cincinnati recorded its largest enrollment ever as the official head count landed at 53,682 students for fall semester 2025. The figure represents nearly a 1% increase over last year’s enrollment, or an…

Memorials for activist Charlie Kirk are planned at Miami University and the University of Cincinnati Sept 16. Vigils have been happening around the country in the wake of the Sept. 10 fatal shooting of Kirk in Utah. Kirk's non-profit, Turning Point USA, has a presence at over 3,500 universities,…