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OHIO is preparing globally fluent professionals to power economic vitality in the State of Ohio. From advanced manufacturing to health care and logistics, ÃÛèÖÊÓƵ connects international expertise to local industry.

ÃÛèÖÊÓƵ is Southeast Ohio’s gateway to the world, preparing graduates who are culturally fluent, globally competent, and career-ready. Whether you’re working with Japanese technical teams, expanding exports to Malaysia, or training staff in Germany, OHIO graduates bring curiosity, adaptability, and international savvy to support your business needs.

Your Industry Needs — Our Global Solutions

Foreign language exposure — 15+ world languages & intercultural fluency
Technical training support — Students with global field experience
Market expansion insight — Regional expertise in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe
Global onboarding help — Multilingual & cross-cultural workshops
Pipeline of diverse talent — Graduates trained in global problem-solving

Bridging OHIO and the Region’s Industry Leaders

Ohio is a magnet for foreign direct investment, with over 4,000 foreign-owned businesses from 42 countries, including Japan, Germany, Canada, the UK, and France. In Southeast Ohio alone, 49 foreign-owned companies from 22 countries are growing jobs in advanced manufacturing, logistics, energy, and healthcare.

Our industry partnerships enable us to respond directly to employer needs, develop specialized training programs, and advance our shared commitment to Ohio’s economic vitality. University-wide investments in workforce development, hands-on learning, and alumni engagement ensure that global learning is embedded in the academic and professional journey of every student.

OHIO is deeply rooted in Southeast Ohio to bridge local strengths with global opportunities, ensuring our students gain the international exposure, industry insight, and applied skills necessary to thrive in an interconnected world.

Our students benefit from:

• Collaboration with employers and industry to co-design curriculum, support workforce pipelines, and align academic outcomes with real-world needs.
• Faculty-led study abroad programs, global research collaborations, and language instruction in over 15 world languages—including Arabic, French, German, Japanese, Malay, Swahili, Thai, and Wolof—focused on preparing students for global workforce participation.
• A growing ecosystem of global partnerships and alumni networks that connect students with international internships, capstone projects, and employer mentorship.
• An historic commitment to international education and research, with more than 60 years of leadership through the Center for International Studies.

Expanding Our Strategic Alignment

ÃÛèÖÊÓƵ’s commitment to global workforce readiness is deeply embedded in our academic mission, regional development efforts, and strategic planning.

The School of International Studies and Languages is OHIO’s hub for global engagement, bringing together interdisciplinary expertise in language instruction, international studies, and cross-cultural education. We’re a powerful partner in preparing the next generation of talent—and helping your business scale globally.

OHIO prepares students to work in the world — and brings the world to Southeast Ohio — by offering:

• Academic excellence in international studies and world languages
• Experience-based learning through global programs and real-world projects
• Career-connected global education aligned with industry needs
• Multilingual, multicultural training for the 21st-century workforce