The Water E. Terhune Art Gallery will showcase the Express Partners Faculty Art Show from Nov. 6-Dec. 12. The join exhibition will feature the artwork of Owens visual arts faculty as well as faculty from local college transfer partners.
An opening reception will be held on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 5-7 p.m.
Participating universities are: Bowling Green, Lourdes, Tiffin, Findlay and Toledo.
Physical Therapist Assistant students will present their research posters on Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Healthcare Education Center and Math/Science Hallway.
Students will have their research posters displayed on easels throughout the area while giving a brief review of the components of research, including some background information and results. They’ll also have giveaways related to their research.
From 6-8 p.m. that day, the students will present their research in a formal symposium, which is approved by the State of Ohio for continuing education units needed for licensure.
Students worked in teams over eight weeks to complete evidence-based research projects in the field of physical therapy. Teams recruited participants on campus and in the community to participate in their studies.
Join the Northwest District Student PTA Research Symposium hosted on Tuesday, December 2, from 5:30-8 p.m. The use of evidence-based practice (EBP) drives many health professionals to provide effective care to patients and clients. Conducting research presents several barriers for many professionals including time, money and available resources. In this course, student physical therapist assistants from Owens Community College, who will graduate in 2026, present their research findings. Students work in teams to conduct their research over 3-4 weeks and analyze their data.
Research Projects:
- Exploring the Effect of Lower Extremity Strengthening on Single-Leg Jump Performance
- Impact of Static vs. Dynamic Stretching on 30-Meter Sprint Performance
- Turn Up the Tempo: How Music Speed Affects Plank Time
- Mood and Stress Responses to High-Intensity Cardio and Strength Training
- Step-by-Step: The Physical and Mental Impact of Adding a 20-Minute Walk into Your Daily Routine
- The Impact of Ingesting 200 mg of Caffeine Within Two Hours of Waking on Fatigue Levels in Adults
- Impact of Manual and Stretching Techniques on Shoulder Range of Motion and Strength
- Impact of Contract-Relax Technique on Range of Motion in a Four-Week Study
- Reducing Neck Pain: Comparing Active Exercise & Screen Time Tracking
Attendees must attend the entire session from 6–8 p.m. to be CEU eligible. Light snacks and refreshments will be available. There will be a 10-minute break in the middle of the session.
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Head over College Hall for a De-Stress Sesh on Thursday, Dec. 4 between 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Unwind and relax after a long semester with drop-in yoga, meditation, tea, music, crafts and complimentary professional massages. Sessions will be held in College Hall rooms 151, 152 and 153.
All employees are invited to the Meal of Thanks. Please see Onews for more details.
Doors open for guests at 8 a.m.
Graduates must check in by 8:30 a.m.
More information at owens.edu/commencement