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IN MEMORIAM
Dr. Kendall (Ken) Baker, Hon. D. ’11, served with distinction as Ohio Northern University’s 10th president from 1999 until 2011. He was named president emeritus upon his retirement. He passed away in Colorado on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at age 83.
We're #1
ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ is the #1 college in the Midwest in the new 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings. On the publication’s list, ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ is ranked #1 overall. We also ranked #1 in Best Value Schools and #1 for Best College for Veterans in the ratings.
And The Wall Street Journal ranks ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ as the #1 school in Ohio for and in its 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S.
Read more on our U.S. News Rankings and Wall Street Journal Rankings.
Point your compass toward your dream
Adventure Awaits. Discovery Awaits. Your future awaits at Ohio Northern University –
the place to find True North!
ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ leads in student engagement – internships, research, jobs and grad school.
Graduates enjoy superior outcomes when it comes to success and satisfaction. You can land a dream job, attend first-rate graduate schools, command excellent salaries and become entrepreneurs and leaders. A national student engagement survey shows that ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ students exceed the national average of senior students who participated in high-impact practices (HIP): learning communities, service-learning, research with faculty, internship or field experiences, study abroad, and culminating senior experiences.
Learn About Distinctly ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ
By the numbers
There are lots of things we want you to know about Ohio Northern, but here are a few to get you started.
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13:1 Student-faculty ratio
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21 Average class size
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97% Of 2024 graduates reported having a job or entered graduate school within 6 months of graduation
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$32,500 Average financial aid award
Meet the Newest Polar Bears
Get to know Ohio Northern University's newest undergraduate class with these fun facts and statistics.
And enjoy them participating in the university tradition in forming the O-N-U!
News
36 years of Christmas magic
Two ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ staff members facilitate a gift-giving tradition that brings Christmas cheer to dozens of Hardin County children.
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ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ and OhioHealth launch remote pharmacy internship program
The innovative program offers hands-on training and supports patient care.
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Emil and Diane Kaunitz establish endowed scholarship at ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ
Scholarship will support computer science, computer engineering, and electrical engineering majors with financial need.
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Cenovus Energy and ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ announce partnership to support development of the engineering workforce
The strategic partnership is designed to enhance educational resources and career pathways for students in the T.J. Smull College of…
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Learning the science behind the crime scene
Forensic biology students prepare for real careers with immersive learning and high-tech equipment.
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Northern Poll provides key insight on Ohio voters’ views on critical zoning issues
Ohio voters support solar farms, multi-family housing, and marijuana/cannabis dispensaries; but have mixed views on AI/data centers.
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ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ professor Gargac named a KEEN Rising Star
The honor recognizes junior engineering faculty who inspire an entrepreneurial mindset.
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ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ alumna is breaking records
Emily Richards, BS ’18, becomes first former D3 female athlete to run 800m in under 2 minutes.
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ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ celebrated the spirit of giving at annual H.S. Lehr Society dinner
New Life Lehr Members and philanthropy award recipients recognized for their lasting impact.
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Honors Program celebrates 25 years
The program combines academic rigor with hands-on engagement.
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Wall Street Journal ranks Ohio Northern University No. 1 in Ohio for value and boosting graduate salaries
New rankings by the Wall Street Journal recognize the value of an Ohio Northern University education.
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Dec.
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ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ Orchestra and University Singers Holiday Concert
The University Singers and the ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ Orchestra join forces to perform all your holiday favorites!…
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ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ Orchestra and University Singers Holiday Concert
The University Singers and the ÇàÇà²ÝÊÓƵ Orchestra join…
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Final Examinations Fall 2025 {full-term}
Final Exam Week, please see final exam schedule…
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