Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving
Resources for Alumni
FOREVER A POLAR BEAR!
The Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving would like to encourage all ONU alumni to take advantage of these services.
Northern Express Archive
Northern Express is Ohio Northern University’s community newsletter that is distributed quarterly.Meet the Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving
Alumni Facts & Figures
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34,683 Living alumni
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1871 Year ONU established
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50 States where alumni reside
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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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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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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 ONU education. Up to one female and one male may be selected per year.
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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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The Ohio Northern University College Distinguished Alumni Awards provide an opportunity to recognize, engage, and steward outstanding alumni from each of the five colleges.
Alumni News
Peter, BA ’76, and Margaret Bigelow establish an endowed fund for academic support
The couple’s gift will support tutoring services, accessibility resources, and testing accommodations.
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A legacy of care
Donation supports ONU’s Pharmacy and Mobile Health Clinic in honor of Barbara (Reeves) Stitzel, BSPh ’80.
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Three ONU students chosen for prestigious Mayo Clinic summer program
Medical Laboratory Science students earn highly competitive placements.
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Get a “Guppy” Grip
ONU mechanical engineering students create a playful hand therapy device for Ada Elementary.
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Sisters and Sisterhood: Three Siblings Graduate Together
The Fisher sisters each followed a unique path, and drew inspiration from their ONU mentors.
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KISS and tell, 50 years later
ONU hasn’t forgotten the night rock ’n roll shook Ada, Ohio.
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Pharmacists can fill gaps in maternity care
ONU researchers uncover perceptions and opportunities in Ohio.
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Drone Day Takes Flight at ONU
Construction management, manufacturing technology, and civil engineering students learn from industry experts.
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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.
Renee Bruns, BA ’05
World traveler, motivational speaker, ambassador for Free Wheelchair Mission
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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.
Upcoming Alumni Events
Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving
301 Lehr Memorial Building525 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