Recent activities illustrate OU-C’s dynamic learning community

Message from OU-C Dean Richard Bebee

Members of the Ohio University-Chillicothe community,

It is often appropriate to reflect upon the attributes that make OU-C such a unique campus and a great place to pursue an education or a career. While I am always mindful of what a vibrant campus we have, some recent events especially illustrate that the Chillicothe Campus is an energetic learning community that is truly engaged with its community.

During the last portion of winter quarter, OU-C hosted a Kennedy Lecture event that discussed the place of faith and science in a person’s life, a Black History Month talk regarding President Obama’s first year in office and a Salon Series dialogue regarding the art of storytelling.

These occasions capture the essence of a learning community that embraces its region by encouraging individuals from campus and the community to join together and share viewpoints on topics of particular relevance. And, they are a sampling of the many cultural and other extracurricular opportunities on campus.

Beyond the recent events, the campus also offers student organizations, lively arts programs, athletic events, lunchtime brown-bag discussions and other opportunities for individuals to explore areas of interest, broaden their horizons and connect with other individuals.

With the recently-completed Parkway Project, the campus has the look of a traditional college campus. And, the look is not deceiving. Just as importantly, OU-C offers a dynamic learning environment thanks to the students, faculty and staff members who bring various backgrounds and perspectives and a common sense of energy.

As we emerge from winter, there is an increased sense of electricity in the air. I look forward to working together with individuals from across campus to capture that vigor and keep the momentum moving forward.

With the resources of a great national university and the close-knit sense of community most often found in a small campus setting, we truly have the best of all worlds at OU-C.

Let’s have fun.

Cordially,

Richard Bebee, Dean

Chillicothe Campus