Ohio University-Southern is a branch of Ohio University. Here is a detailed introduction about it:

Introduction and Overview

Geographical location: Located in Irenton, Ohio, the campus covers a moderate size, and there are also campus extensions in Proctorville and Franklin Furnace.

Student size: As of the fall of 2019, there are 1,105 students.

History and establishment time

The school was founded in 1956 and initially offered college-level courses at Irenton High School with an initial enrollment of 90 students.

School Strength

Faculty: Some teachers come from the main campus of Ohio University, and there are also teachers trained and recruited by themselves. They have certain abilities and experience in teaching and professional fields and can provide students with good education and guidance.

Teaching resources: It has its own library with 25,000 books, 200 journal subscriptions, as well as microfilms, audio-visual materials, CDs and electronic databases. There are also various laboratories, such as biology and chemistry laboratories, TASC laboratories, nursing laboratories, etc., as well as computer laboratories and art departments.

Nature of the institution

Public branch.

Educational philosophy

Focus on providing students with practical education and training to help them successfully enter the workplace or continue their studies after graduation, emphasize the cultivation of practical ability and professional skills, and strive to meet the educational needs of local communities and students.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: 11 associate degree and 8 bachelor's degree courses are provided, covering nursing education, biology, chemistry, equestrian studies, accounting technology and bookkeeping, radio and television broadcasting technology and other fields, among which nursing and equestrian studies have certain characteristics and advantages.

Research institutions: No particularly well-known key laboratories have been found so far, but some research and practical activities may be carried out in areas related to local industries and social needs.

Departments

No clear and independent department information has been found, but from the perspective of professional settings, it involves multiple disciplines such as nursing, business, media, education, and natural sciences.

Ranking

There is no separate comprehensive ranking, but as a branch of Ohio University, it shares the reputation and resources of the main campus to a certain extent, and some majors have a certain influence in the local and regional areas.

Cost

There is no clear cost standard for the school, but the tuition fees of public university branches are generally relatively affordable, which varies depending on factors such as major, academic system and student status (in-state or out-of-state).

Campus environment

Building facilities: The main campus of Ellenton has four different buildings, including the Collins Center, Academic Building, Reeve Center and Dinges Technology Building, which provide students with a variety of learning and activity spaces.

Natural environment: The natural environment around the campus is pleasant and has rural characteristics, allowing students to enjoy a quiet natural atmosphere while studying.

Cultural atmosphere: Focus on creating a positive, diverse and inclusive cultural atmosphere, and hold various cultural activities, academic lectures, club activities, etc. to enrich students' extracurricular life and promote communication and cooperation among students.