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Otterbein celebrated the life of Martin Luther King Jr. at its annual MLK Convocation, Jan. 12. This year's theme was "Dreaming Forward" and the keynote speaker was John S. Hill. See photos from the event.
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Otterbein Comes Alive with Student Move-In Days, Sept. 9-12
Otterbein University will be buzzing with activity as new students move in Thursday, Sept. 9, and returning students move in Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 11-12. Read more.
Otterbein University to Join Textbook Rental Program
Otterbein University has joined an innovative textbook rental program though its bookstore service provider, Follett Higher Education Group. Through the Rent-A-Text program, students enrolled at Otterbein can now rent, rather than buy, course textbooks for each academic term at a cost savings as high as 50 percent. Otterbein is one of the first schools in central Ohio to adopt the program. Learn more.
Otterbein Professor's Novel Debuts to Glowing Reviews
Otterbein University psychology professor Noam Shpancer’s debut novel, The Good Psychologist, hit the shelves in August to glowing reviews by book critics across the country. Read more.
Otterbein Installs New Anchor "University" Sign
Otterbein University replaced the “Otterbein College” sign in front of the historic Towers Hall, with a sign reading “Otterbein University” on Thursday, Aug. 26. Read more and see photos from the installation.
Otterbein University Hosts Equestrian Talent Search
Otterbein University will host a stop on the Equestrian Talent Search Hunter Equitation Clinics on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 30-31, at the Center for Equine Studies, 600 N. Spring Rd., Westerville. The series of clinics allow eighth through 12th grade students interested in becoming college equestrians the chance to work with experienced college coaches and begin an educated search into which schools are right for them. Learn more.
Otterbein University Recognized as "Up-and-Comer" in U.S. News & World Report
Otterbein University premiered at number seven on U.S. News & World Report’s “Up-and-Comers” list, which recognizes institutions that have recently made the most promising and innovative changes in the areas of academics, faculty, student life, campus or facilities, as determined by their peer institutions. The list is part of the annual guide to America’s Best Colleges. Read more.
Otterbein University Named Military Friendly School
Otterbein University was recently named a Military Friendly School for 2010 by G.I. Jobs magazine. Only 15 percent of 7,000 colleges, universities and trade schools nationwide were selected for the honor. Learn more.
Otterbein Dean Named Educational Administrator of the Year
Dr. Harriet “Niki” Fayne, dean of the School of Professional Studies and interim dean of the Graduate School at Otterbein University, was recently named the Educational Office Professionals of Ohio (EOPO) Educational Administrator of the Year. Read more.
Otterbein to Offer Classes in Grove City Beginning This Fall
Otterbein University is enrolling students for hybrid classes, combining classroom and online learning, at the new Grove City Center for Higher Education at the South-Western Career Academy, 4750 Big Run South Rd., Grove City. Classes begin Sept. 23. Get all the details.
Otterbein University Receives Over $355,000 in Grants
Otterbein faculty and staff have receives numerous grants for their special projects. Click here to learn more about these projects and grants.
2010-2011 Otterbein University Art Exhibition Schedule
Click here to see what's on display in Otterbein's many art galleries.
Otterbein University Theatre Announces 2010-2011 Season
Click here to see which plays and performances will grace the Otterbein stage beginning this fall.
Otterbein University and Grant Medical Center Initiate New Nurse Anesthesia Program
Otterbein University and Grant Medical Center have received initial accreditation for their collaborative Nurse Anesthesia Program by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). The program has also been approved by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Read more.
Otterbein Offers Educational Programs to Central Ohio High School Students
The partnership has created opportunities for high school students and the community. Read more.
Otterbein Ranks High in U.S. News & World Report
Otterbein University earned the number 14 spot among Universities-Master's (Midwest) in the 2010 edition of America's Best Universitys by U.S. News Media Group. Click here to read more.
