OU Facts
What is the name of the university's official fight song?
"Stand Up and Cheer."
What was the original name of the organization?
The Black Student Business Caucus.
What is the name of the famous street adjacent to campus, known for its restaurants, bars, and shops?
Court Street
Which building is home to the College of Business?
Copeland
What is the name of the famous festival that takes place on the last weekend of April near the OU campus?
Palmer Fest
This building is known as the oldest surviving academic building on campus and is a National Historic Landmark.
Cutler Hall
Who is the founder of the Multicultural Student Business Caucus (MSBC)?
Byron Ward
What is the nickname of the Ohio University Marching Band, which is famous for its high-stepping marching style?
The Marching 110.
What is the name of the annual event hosted by the College of Business that connects students with alumni and corporate partners for networking and career opportunities?
COB Career Fair
The University's mascot is the Bobcat. What is the name of the Bobcat mascot?
Rufus
What were OU's original colors (2)
Blue and White
MSBC held a networking and professional development trip to Washington, DC, in 2023. What was the trip's official name?
Ambition Project
What is the unofficial nickname for the annual outdoor block parties that take place in Athens, which are a long-standing tradition for students?
Fest Season
The College of Business is home to several centers of excellence. Name one.
The Schey Sales Centre, The Center for Entrepreneurship, or The Center for Sports Administration.
Ohio University was the first university in the Northwest Territory. In what year was it founded?
1806
In addition to its main campus in Athens, Ohio University has several regional campuses across the state. How many are there?
5
Who is the MSBC Advisor?
Dr. Nicole Antoinette Smith
What is the name of the historic athletic facility on campus that served as the home for Ohio University basketball before the Convocation Center was built?
Grover Center
In business, what does the acronym "SWOT" stand for?
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.
How many total credits are required to graduate from Ohio University?
120
What does the famous inscription on the Alumni Gateway read as students enter campus?
"So enter that daily thou mayest grow in knowledge wisdom and love."
Where is MSBC planning on taking the Ambition Project this year?
Atlanta, GA
How many varsity sports teams does Ohio University sponsor, including both men's and women's sports?
16
What does the term ROI stand for, and what does it measure?
Return on Investment; it measures the profitability of an investment.
What is the only human body part that is fully grown from birth?
Eyes