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US News & World Report just named ONU one of the top 100 private colleges in the country! This is the first time ONU has been evaluated in the National Universities category!
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Aurora, Ohio Northern University’s open-access digital research journal, illuminates the original research projects produced by ONU undergraduates.
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At Ohio Northern University, Kaylee Brestle is studying marketing and entrepreneurship to prepare for a dream close to her heart. She hopes to one day establish and operate a day center for adults with intellectual disabilities.
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When not in class, Olive Barricklow is an event planner extraordinaire, and likely brainstorming or coordinating fun activities like outdoor concerts, Bingo nights, or caramel apple bars for fellow Ohio Northern University students.
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Ohio Northern University alumnus Josh Barrickman, BSBA ’97, CFA, is a powerhouse in the bond market.
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Music is the soundtrack to Liem Watkins’ pharmacy and statistics studies at Ohio Northern University. When not in class or studying, he’s practicing his trombone, rehearsing with the band or orchestra, or arranging music for fun.
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ONU musicians are diving into spicy Latin rhythms this week alongside one of the world’s most preeminent tuba players, Patricio Cosentino. On campus, Cosentino is conducting masterclasses, culminating in a dynamic, family-friendly concert.
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Innovation, curiosity, and experimentation define how Dr. Lauren Logan approaches her teaching. Her dedication to developing these traits in future engineers recently earned her a Rising Star Award from KEEN.
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Ohio Northern University celebrated and thanked a special group of donors who generously support ONU's mission during the annual H.S. Lehr Society dinner on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026.
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This summer, Jacey Wonderly, a senior honors student double-majoring in history and environmental & field biology, was one of just 11 students nationwide selected for a prestigious internship at The Mammoth Site.
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Reverend Brandi Grant-Rigsby, BA ’05, is stepping into her new role as University Chaplain.
She joins ONU after nine years as the pastor at Ada United Methodist Church, with two years serving as part-time interim campus pastor.
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Climbing the ranks! 📈 The Ohio Northern University TJ Smull College of Engineering program moved up to No. 13 nationally among undergraduate-focused engineering schools in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings!
Nicknamed “Positive Polly” by friends and family, Cassandra Kurek's optimism faced the ultimate test when she was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Then came the news she had been praying for just a few weeks before classes started.
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ONU celebrated six exceptional graduates during its 2026 Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, presenting them with Distinguished Alumni Awards in recognition of their outstanding professional achievements and dedicated service to their alma mater.
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The public is invited to celebrate Professor of Art Emeritus Bruce Chesser's legacy during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend on Sept. 26, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon. The reception marks the close of his exhibition at ONU’s Elzay Gallery of Art.
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In recognition of her professional accomplishments and focus on service, Ohio Northern University is pleased to present ONU alumna Tessa (Pitcovich) McVey, BSBA ’22, MSA ’23, with the 2026 William L. Robinson Young Alumni Award.
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In recognition of his professional accomplishments and focus on service, Ohio Northern University is pleased to present Kevin Cramer, BSCPE ’11, with the 2026 William L. Robinson Young Alumni Award during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend.
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When you have big plans and big dreams, you bring your all-star energy to the ONU Career and Graduate School Fair! 💪 😤





















































