OHIO receives an extension to its APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation, a nod to its continued support of Southeast Ohio

The Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) has extended a highly competitive community and economic development designation to ��Ƶ.

The (IEP) program helps higher education institutions better know, measure, tell and enhance their economic and community development impact. The designation also recognizes institutions like OHIO that have demonstrated a substantive, sustainable and institution-wide commitment to regional economic engagement, opportunity growth and economic opportunity.

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“Economic development is a major pillar of universities’ work,” said APLU President Mark Becker. “From talent development to pathbreaking research to entrepreneurship and beyond, institutions have a central role to play in economic development. We’re pleased to recognize ��Ƶ for its commitment to engaging its community around these issues to advance regional economic development.”

The designation not only serves as an accolade but allows OHIO to apply for additional awards through the APLU.

“The Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation is a testament to ��Ƶ’s commitment to economic development in the state and region,” said ��Ƶ President Dr. Lori Stewart Gonzalez. “We are grateful to the APLU for this honor, and we are grateful to our community partners who help advance economic development and innovation in our region.”

Community Health Programs mobile clinic — The Heritage College mobile clinic, which began operations in 1994, plays an important role in providing quality medical care services to residents of southeast Ohio and beyond.

How OHIO supports the community

OHIO supports the economic development of Southeast Ohio by providing students with opportunities to access a high-quality education not just in the classroom but also through hands-on service to the community. Research labs such as the Institute for Sustainable Energy and the Environment (ISEE), the Institute for Corrosion and Multiphase Technology (ICMT), and the Edison Biotechnology Institute (EBI), are just some of the many centers for research at OHIO where students gain firsthand experience and connections, and provide jobs to local researchers.

The School of Nursing is one of

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OHIO receives an extension to its APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation, a nod to its continued support of Southeast Ohio

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