Becoming the Voinovich School : a history of Ohio University's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service / R. Gregory Browning.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Browning, R. Gregory, Author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service--History.

Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.

Physical Description:

xvi, 119 pages ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

Athens : 1804 Books ; Ohio University Special Publications, [2026]

Summary:

"Becoming the Voinovich School chronicles the evolution of Ohio University's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service, a pioneering institution that blends academic rigor with hands-on public engagement. Founded on the vision of political scientist Mark Weinberg and inspired by the leadership philosophy of former US senator and Ohio governor George V. Voinovich, the school has become a national model for university-based public service. From its modest beginnings in 1976-when Weinberg was hired to build a public administration program from scratch-the school has grown into a dynamic "do tank" serving the Appalachian Ohio region and beyond. Early initiatives like the Institute for Local Government Administration and Rural Development laid the groundwork for a new kind of academic center: one that connects faculty expertise with real-world problem-solving. Through applied research, GIS analysis, leadership training, and program evaluation, the school has become a trusted convener and catalyst for change. The Voinovich School's mission spans five key sectors: economic development, community development, education and child wellness, environmental restoration, and health and well-being. Its work is rooted in a commitment to empowering communities, especially those facing the economic and health challenges of postindustrial Appalachia. By pairing grant-funded projects with experiential education, the school has created opportunities for students to engage directly with pressing public issues while building leadership capacity across the region. In 2007, the center was formally renamed the Voinovich School, reflecting its expanded scope and growing impact. Over the next decade, it launched new graduate programs, raised its national ranking, and became the educational partner for the Ohio Economic Development Institute. Today, the school continues to leverage state and federal funding, private-sector partnerships, and alumni networks to address complex challenges with innovative, community-driven solutions. This book offers a compelling account of how one university unit transformed public service education-and how its legacy continues to shape leadership and policy in and beyond Ohio"-- Provided by publisher.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Online version Browning, R. Gregory Becoming the Voinovich School

ISBN:

9780821426814

0821426818

OCLC:

1546070310