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Bowling Green State University and Lake Erie College have launched a new partnership aimed at expanding graduate education opportunities in health and human performance fields. The agreement creates a pathway for Lake Erie students in exercise science and related programs to pursue advanced degrees in athletic training, physical therapy and occupational therapy at BGSU. The collaboration is designed to strengthen Ohio’s health care workforce and provide students with clearer routes to in-demand careers. Eligible programs include BGSU’s master’s in athletic training and doctoral programs in physical and occupational therapy, with flexible learning options available. Learn more here.

A new health care workforce development campus is set to open in Cleveland later this year through a partnership between New Bridge Cleveland, Youth Opportunities Unlimited and the Central School of Practical Nursing. The 100,000-square-foot facility, known as the Career District, will offer education, job training and support services to prepare students for health care careers ranging from entry-level to advanced roles. Located in the St. Clair-Superior neighborhood, the campus will bring classrooms, labs and resources such as child care and food access under one roof. Read more here.

As Earth Day approaches April 22, OHA thanks member hospitals across the state for their continued commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Through our Energy & Sustainability Program, OHA supports these efforts by offering tools and resources that help facilities reduce emissions, lower costs and strengthen resilience. Learn more about our program here. LOOK AHEAD Hospitals play a critical role in advancing community health, and their work to operate more efficiently contributes to healthier environments across Ohio. Members are invited to build on this momentum at the Energy, Infrastructure & Innovation Summit on May 21 during the 111th OHA Annual Meeting…

After nearly 15 years serving as president and CEO of the Ohio Hospital Association, Mike Abrams has announced his plans to retire at the end of this year. Under Abrams’ leadership, OHA has served as a trusted voice for its members, fostering collaboration, policy engagement and professional development to ensure hospitals can deliver high-quality, accessible and affordable care. OHA has championed Abrams’ deep commitment to both economic sustainability and patient safety, making a lasting impact on the field and the communities it serves. “Serving our member hospitals and health systems has been an honor, especially as we’ve navigated extraordinary changes…