Ohio Northern University's inaugural Oratory and Arts Festival, a celebration of student voice, creativity, and expression centered on the theme, "What Makes Us Human," the festival will celebrate the talents of high school students, freshman through senior year.
FROM ONU.EDU/NEWS__Jazz is rooted in creative self-expression. It’s a philosophy that mirrors the life and career of Ohio Northern University music professor and trumpeter David Kosmyna, D.M.A. A versatile musician, educator, and conductor, Kosmyna lives on his own terms, dedicated to spreading the joy of the genre he loves.
“I’ve always played jazz,” he says. “I almost had to do it; the music kind of called me.”
Five free public events at the ONU Observatory will be hosted during the Spring 2026 semester. Dr. Jason Pinkney posts information about the events at https://jpastro.net/astro/publicevents.html
The first event is coming up on Friday, February 13. It is called "Jupiter Divides the Twins", referring to the way the planet Jupiter will be in the middle of the constellation Gemini. Guests will be looking at Jupiter and its moons, as well as other celestial objects.
By Evelyn Megery
Northern Review Niche Editor and Social Media Manager
Posted Dec 17, 2025
What kind of impact can you make when you're surrounded by cornfields? That is the question I asked myself when I first considered journalism at Ohio Northern University. A combination of my personal experiences and a genuine interest in rural journalism inspired me to explore the heart of student media at Ohio Northern. I sat down with seasoned journalists and emerging student talent to hear why they believe student journalism has value at a small university.
FROM ONU.EDU/NEWS__Dr. Bryan Lutz teaches students in his first-year Writing Seminar at Ohio Northern University a skill just as vital as grammar and syntax: how to be a critical consumer of media.
Whether you call it misinformation, disinformation, or “fake news,” much of the content flooding online spaces lacks even a shred of journalistic integrity, said Lutz, associate professor of rhetoric and composition.
