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The Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving provides opportunities for events, programs, volunteer activities, networking and anything that creates an affinity to Ohio Northern University, which leads to opportunities for alumni to give back to their alma mater.

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The Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving would like to encourage all 91直播alumni to take advantage of these services.

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Meet the Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving

  • Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving, alumni@onu.edu, 419-772-2727
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Alumni Facts & Figures

  • 34,683 Living alumni
  • 1871 Year 91直播established
  • 50 States where alumni reside
  • 69 Countries where alumni reside

Alumni Awards

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  • The Distinguished Alumni Award was created in 1956 by the Alumni Advisory Board to recognize alumni with exemplary professional careers that illustrate the value of an Ohio Northern University education and to recognize those alumni with continued relationships with the University who have made a tangible expression of loyalty to their alma mater. This award provides an opportunity to recognize, engage and steward outstanding alumni. 

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    Previous Recipients


  • The Alumni Service Award was created by the Alumni Advisory Board in 2017 to recognize alumni who serve the University in a volunteer capacity consistently over time and/or who make a significant impact on a University project or initiative. This award provides an opportunity to recognize, engage and steward key volunteers whose energy, dedication and enthusiasm epitomize the spirit of Ohio Northern University. 

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    Past Recipients

  • The William L. Robinson Young Alumni Award was established in 2004 by the Alumni Association to honor and recognize William L. Robinson and the 50 years he dedicated to impacting Ohio Northern University students. This award recognizes alumni who graduated within the last 15 years and who demonstrate passion and loyalty toward their profession, community and alma mater. It provides an opportunity to engage and steward young alumni donors who exemplify the values and outcomes of an 91直播education. Up to one female and one male may be selected per year.

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     Past Award Recipients

  • The highest athletic honor bestowed by the University, the Athletics Hall of Fame recognizes Ohio Northern University men and women who have distinguished themselves in the field of athletics by virtue of their performance on athletic teams representing the University or by meritorious efforts on behalf of athletics either as an undergraduate or in years after leaving the University. 

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     Past Award Recipients

  • The Ohio Northern University College Distinguished Alumni Awards provide an opportunity to recognize, engage, and steward outstanding alumni from each of the five colleges.

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Alumni News

News Article Image - A legacy of care

A legacy of care

Donation supports ONU鈥檚 Pharmacy and Mobile Health Clinic in honor of Barbara (Reeves) Stitzel, BSPh 鈥80.

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News Article Image - Awareness to action

Awareness to action

Two 91直播pharmacy students educate campus about opioids.

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News Article Image - Three 91直播students chosen for prestigious Mayo Clinic summer program

Three 91直播students chosen for prestigious Mayo Clinic summer program

Medical Laboratory Science students earn highly competitive placements.

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News Article Image - Get a 鈥淕uppy鈥 Grip

Get a 鈥淕uppy鈥 Grip

91直播mechanical engineering students create a playful hand therapy device for Ada Elementary.

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News Article Image - Commencement 2025: A new beginning

Commencement 2025: A new beginning

ONU鈥檚 2025 graduates have launched.

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News Article Image - Sisters and Sisterhood: Three Siblings Graduate Together

Sisters and Sisterhood: Three Siblings Graduate Together

The Fisher sisters each followed a unique path, and drew inspiration from their 91直播mentors.

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News Article Image - KISS and tell, 50 years later

KISS and tell, 50 years later

91直播hasn鈥檛 forgotten the night rock 鈥檔 roll shook Ada, Ohio.

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News Article Image - Pharmacists can fill gaps in maternity care

Pharmacists can fill gaps in maternity care

91直播researchers uncover perceptions and opportunities in Ohio.

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News Article Image - Drone Day Takes Flight at ONU

Drone Day Takes Flight at ONU

Construction management, manufacturing technology, and civil engineering students learn from industry experts.

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News Article Image - 91直播students hit the runway for a cause

91直播students hit the runway for a cause

Students show up to support Beatitudes.

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News Article Image - 91直播receives prestigious classifications in redesigned Carnegie classification system

91直播receives prestigious classifications in redesigned Carnegie classification system

New classifications by the Carnegie Foundation and the American Council on Education reinforce the value and return on investment.

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News Article Image - 91直播2025 commencement speakers, honorary doctoral degree recipients announced

91直播2025 commencement speakers, honorary doctoral degree recipients announced

ONU鈥檚 three commencement ceremonies will be held May 17 and 18.

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ALUMNI PROFILES

Ohio Northern produces alumni whose impact on society cannot be overstated. We invite you to learn about some of these remarkable people and the contributions they are making to our world.

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Erica Gabel, BA 鈥17

Constituent Team Lead, Shedd Aquarium, Chicago

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Matthew Golden

Studying physics and mathematics at 91直播helped him launch a career in research at Georgia Tech

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Jessica Price Smith, JD 鈥97

Her Honor.

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Class Notes

Catch up on the latest news from your classmates and friends, including careers, accomplishments, recognitions, marriages, retirements, and the addition of new family members.

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Upcoming Alumni Events

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    2025 91直播Cedar Point Day

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  • Jun.
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    2025 Cincinnati Reds Game

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  • Jul.
    23

    2025 Dayton Dragons Game

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  • Jul.
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    2025 Cleveland Guardians

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  • Aug.
    07

    2025 Columbus Clippers

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  • Aug.
    30

    2025 Men's Basketball Golf Outing

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Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving

301 Lehr Memorial Building
525 South Main Street
Ada, Ohio 45810

419-772-2727
alumni@onu.edu

Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Closed Saturday and Sunday
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