Finance and Administration News

President Nellis plants an Oak for Class of 2020


Ohio University is honoring 2020 graduates by planting an oak sapling, grown by community members from acorns gathered from the College Green, on each campus.

Environmental Impact of Shutdown


Video clip:  A professor of environmental studies at Ohio University says the natural beauty we are seeing will be short lived once restrictions are lifted.

New Hire Paperwork and I-9 Completions Course


A new course is now available in the HR Operations Certificate: New Hire Paperwork and I-9 Completions.

2020 LMS survey results available


In January 2020, OIT conducted a faculty survey to document LMS usage patterns, identify current and emerging needs for this service, and gauge faculty attitudes toward Blackboard Learn, the University's current LMS. A detailed report from that survey is now available (DOCX hosted on OneDrive)

We're all adjusting. OIT is here to help.


As we all settle into teaching, learning, and working together online, even thinking about sorting through tools and best practices can feel overwhelming. The Office of Information Technology is here to help with workshops, consultations, and technology self-help resources.

Benefits Open Enrollment Period is Underway


The annual Benefits Open Enrollment period is scheduled to begin the afternoon of April 22, 2020.  The enrollment period is scheduled to close on Friday, May 8, 2020. 

Learning Spaces IT Advisory Community seeks members and campus input


Learning spaces, including physical classrooms, blended hybrids like the Ohio University Learning Network (OULN), and fully digital locations, play an important role in Ohio University’s strategic initiatives. If you would like to help shape the future of learning spaces at Ohio University, consider joining the newly formed Learning Spaces IT Advisory Community. Membership is open to anyone at the University.

OU, Athens celebrate 50th Earth Day virtually


With the majority of the world isolated at home due to the coronavirus pandemic, the 50th celebration of Earth Day will look very different compared to past celebrations.

OHIO Peer-Learning Network: Excel and Teams-based Trainings


A kick-off meeting and open forum discussion will be held to introduce the new Peer-Learning Network and to identify specific Excel related topics and focus areas for future discussions. Several trainings are now available utilizing Microsoft Teams.

Benefits Open Enrollment; New Pharmacy Company Effective 7/1/20


Benefits Open Enrollment Scheduled to Start in Late April; Pharmacy Benefit Management Administrator to Change July 1, 2020.