Good morning, Oxford.

Mady Gardiner, a Miami University music education major and a Senior Airman at Rickenbacker, explained how enlisting at 17 gave her the confidence to steer her life (which she channels into military duties and campus a capella groups) in a recent profile.

Miami University art students painted a mural on the substation wall at Spring and Locust streets with help from the Public Arts Commission and Duke Energy, completing several sessions during the spring semester amid encouraging support from local passersby.

The Hargett triplets received Miami University diplomas during May 16 commencement at Yager Stadium in Oxford.

The event celebrated the siblings' milestone & marked a local academic achievement.

Miami University journalism professor James Tobin prepares to teach his final class after 20 years of hands-on teaching; he will pack his office and gather student mementos as finals week winds down (marking the end of an era).

Chi Truong, a senior majoring in international studies, earned awards and held leadership roles at Miami University after arriving from Vietnam.

She will join a work visa program after graduation to continue her journey, showing her commitment to taking up space.

Miami University English professor Mary Jean Corbett retired after nearly 37 years teaching and mentoring students from Bachelor Hall to Harris Hall.

She will leave in less than three weeks, planning to travel, volunteer, and embrace a new challenge while cherishing her students' bonds.

The Takeover at The Square

6-10 p.m. — The Square @ Union Centre — Free entry — Kick off your weekend with live music from Thunderstruck and enjoy great food and drinks amidst community vibes.

Third Thursday Book Club

3-4 p.m. — Oxford Lane Library — Free entry — Engage in a thoughtful discussion about 'The Secret Life of Sunflowers' by Marta Molnar.