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Research that could lead to easier lead-detection in water

ONU chemistry professor earns patent
Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, November 9, 2017

The same natural curiosity that spurred Jake Zimmerman toward a career in science has resulted in a patent for a research project that could eventually lead to a breakthrough to more easily detect dangerous amounts of lead in drinking water.

Zimmerman, associate professor of chemistry at Ohio Northern University, has long studied the ability of fluorescent compounds to serve as chemical sensors. He continued to see practical applications to his research, particularly in regards to current events.

The result was the awarding of both U.S. and international patents for his work in September, following an involved process.

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It's a holiday spectacular

Nearly 80 ONU students and 22 children in the cast
Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, November 8, 2017

A holiday tradition continues with upcoming performances of Ohio Northern University’s 23rd annual “ONU Holiday Spectacular” musical extravaganza.

The show will be presented in ONU’s Freed Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 16, Nov. 17 and Nov.18, with a matinee performance at 2 p.m. on Nov. 18.

It also will be presented at the Lima Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 1 and Dec. 2, with matinee performances at 2 p.m. on Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3.

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Choruses to perform Friday.

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Wednesday, November 8, 2017

The Ohio Northern University men’s and women’s choruses will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 10 in the Presser Hall. The concert is free and open to the public.

 

The Women's Chorus, directed by Marilyn Roth Basinger, instructor in music, will perform a variety of pieces, including “Evermore” from “Beauty and the Beast.” 

 

The Men's Chorus, directed by Christopher Larsen, director of choral activities, will perform several pieces, one of which will feature soloist Adriane Thompson Bradshaw, vice president for student affairs, in “Still I Rise.”

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Holidays at The Inn

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Tuesday, November 7, 2017
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How is your health? Find out Tuesday

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Tuesday, November 7, 2017

The ONU Healthwise Mobile Clinic will be at the Ada Public Library from 10-11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
Services are offered at no cost to the patient and include immunizations, tobacco cessation, medication reconciliation, health education, and a variety of health screenings.
The ONU College of Pharmacy operates Healthwise. Members of the organization visit Ada and most other communities in Hardin County several times a year, thanks to its partners, CVS and Mercy Health,

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Holiday Spectacular tickets now on sale

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Friday, November 3, 2017

Tickets for the ONU Holiday Spectacular performances in Ada and Lima are now on sale. Tickets for the four shows in Ada sell very quickly. There are also four shows at the Lima Civic Center. Here are the details:

At the Freed Center:
THURSDAY, NOV. 17, AT 7:30 P.M.
FRIDAY, NOV. 18, AT 7:30 P.M.
SATURDAY, NOV. 19, AT 2 P.M. AND 7:30 P.M.

TICKET PRICING:
$20 - Adults
$15 - Faculty/Staff
$10 - Seniors
$5 - Students/Children

Purchase tickets online through the website or call the box office at 419-772-1900

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