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Graduate Student Life

ߣߣÊÓƵ University is located in Oxford, Ohio. A classic college town, in southwest Ohio, approximately one hour from both Cincinnati and Dayton, and two hours from Columbus.

Living in Oxford and being a part of the ߣߣÊÓƵ University community will give you access to a number of exciting opportunities such as a weekly farmer's market, summer concerts, performing arts, sports, museums, lectures, and special events.

 

Campus Activities

Art Museum at sunset with orange sky

Five galleries of changing exhibitions - including artwork from ancient to contemporary, are on display, free of charge.

students hiking on rocky trail towards lake

Center for Career Exploration and Success

The Center for Career Exploration and Success empowers students to explore careers, gain experience, and connect with the ߣߣÊÓƵ career community to achieve their professional goals and thrive in a global society.

Dr. Sanjay Gupta presenting

Lecture Series

Attend one of many lectures ߣߣÊÓƵ University supports. Graduate Students are eligible to attend these lectures free of charge with their graduate student ID (up to two tickets free).

Outdoor Pursuit Center

The Outdoor Pursuit Center, affiliated with the Recreational Sports Center, offers ߣߣÊÓƵ University students, staff, and community members adventure trips, study abroad opportunities, equipment rentals, Team Building Programs, climbing equipment and after-school youth programs.

Performing Arts Series

The arts play an important role in understanding, appreciating and enhancing life. Experience this by ߣߣÊÓƵ University's own Art, Music, and Theatre performances.

Recreational Sports Center

The Recreational Sports Center is located on ߣߣÊÓƵ University's campus and provides a safe, enjoyable, challenging, and fun atmosphere in which to continue developing your life-long fitness commitments. All full-time students have access to the Recreational Sports Center, however, group fitness classes are an additional fee.

Housing Resources

Most graduate students live off campus. Some graduate students can apply to live in an undergraduate residence hall as a Graduate Resident Director. There are several off-campus apartment locations for students to live in, however, be mindful that there are certain areas within the Oxford community that houses more undergraduate student populations that may not be preferred among the graduate student population. ߣߣÊÓƵ University utilizes an  to help make your apartment search easier.

 

Groups and Associations

Student organizations are a pivotal component of the ߣߣÊÓƵ University education and experience. With over 300 on campus student organizations available ranging from social and service organizations to athletic clubs, opportunities for involvement are endless. Utilize the ߣߣÊÓƵ University HUB organization directory in order to find the organization(s) that best align with your interests. Below are four campus-wide graduate student-specific associations on campus.

The Graduate Student Association is an academic, social, and governance organization that represents graduate students at ߣߣÊÓƵ University. It sponsors a travel assistance fund, advocates for the interests and concerns of graduate students, and organizes several social events each year. An Associate Dean for the Graduate School is the advisor. The GSA selects student representatives to the University Senate, Graduate Council, and numerous campus-wide committees. 

For additional information about the Graduate Student Association, email GSAgrad@miamioh.edu.

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The Graduate Students of Color Association (GSCA) is designed to enhance the campus life of graduate students of color by providing academic, cultural, political, and social support. An Associate Dean for the Graduate School is the advisor.

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Graduate Student Pride Association (GSPA) is first and foremost a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ graduate and professional students at ߣߣÊÓƵ University. Safe spaces cultivate a community for marginalized groups and are thus vital to LGBTQ+ graduate students. Furthermore, GSPA will represent and give voice to the concerns of LGBTQ+ graduate and professional students at ߣߣÊÓƵ University. An Associate Dean for the Graduate School is the advisor.

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The International Graduate Student Association (IGSA) provides a community for international graduate students who are in the US for their advanced degree. This group also advocates for international students to university leaders and plans social events for graduate students. An Associate Dean for the Graduate School is the advisor. 

For additional information about the International Graduate Student Association, email igsa@ߣߣÊÓƵOH.edu.

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Student Organizations

Many student organizations are also open to both graduate and undergraduate students. To explore these opportunities:

Campus Resources and Services

Student Success Center

From your first year to graduation, the Student Success Center is here to support you with campus resources, academic planning, and problem-solving so you can stay focused on earning your ߣߣÊÓƵ University degree.

Center for Teaching Excellence

The Center is a primary catalyst for supporting scholarly and reflective practice to make ߣߣÊÓƵ University a place of exceptional learning, characterized by unparalleled, student-centered teaching and mentoring.  

Howe Writing Center

The Howe Center for Writing Excellence is a team of faculty, staff, graduate students, and undergraduate students from a variety of disciplines who are committed to supporting the learning and teaching of writing at ߣߣÊÓƵ University, and nationwide.

On Oxford's main campus, there are four library locations. With your student ID, not only are you able to check out books and journal articles from ߣߣÊÓƵ University's libraries, you will have access to OhioLink, and more than 500 other databases.

Student Health Services

ߣߣÊÓƵ University has entered into an exciting relationship with TriHealth as the University’s health care provider. When it comes to serving the holistic medical needs of our students, TriHealth is among the best health care providers in our region and will provide top-quality care.

Student Counseling Services

Provides primary, secondary, and tertiary-level interventions in an effort to achieve and/or maintain a mentally healthy status for each student and to create a learning environment that facilitates and supports that status.

Transportation Services

The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) provides bus transportation for Butler County. ߣߣÊÓƵions are made between Hamilton and Middletown, Middletown and Oxford, Oxford and Hamilton, Hamilton and the Tr-County Mall, and the City of Oxford. Transportation is free with a valid ߣߣÊÓƵ University ID. 

Parking and Transportation

Provides access to campus parking resources and safe, reliable transportation alternatives for students, employees, and guests in support of the institution’s mission and commitments to sustainability.

The Most Beautiful College Town and Home of ߣߣÊÓƵ University

You came to the right place! Sprawling hills. Charming shops. Welcoming people. Home of the ߣߣÊÓƵ Redhawks and Talawanda Brave. We’re a town that’s active and thriving.

Check the Oxford Visitor's Bureau for the latest happenings in Oxford and the surrounding area.  You can find out about local businesses, health-care, restaurants, events, and things to do!

Additional Area Resources

The Family Resource Center is located in Oxford, Ohio, and provides Programs and Services for community members such as Emergency Financial Assistance, Community Garden access, a thrift store, and job readiness coaching.

The Child Development Center, operated by Mini University, serves infants, toddlers, and preschool children with both before-and-after school care and summer programs.

The Talawanda School District encompasses 144 square miles and serves just over 3000 students.

The Graduate School

The Graduate School is committed to advocating and supporting graduate programs dedicated to the pursuit of new knowledge and best teaching practices that cultivate the holistic development of graduate students and faculty.