Good morning, Oxford.

Talawanda High School senior Abbie Marcum is applying for 501(c)(3) status for her initiative, Abbie’s Helping Hands, which has aided Oxford students by covering Chromebook fees, providing holiday meals, and planning a back-to-school supply drive for 50 kids as she readies her own college plans.

Miami University welcomed over 4,000 first-year students as the 2026-2027 academic year began.

The Welcome Weekend featured convocation with fireworks and an outdoor screening of 'Cars,' while photographers captured move-in events and the start of classes at its Oxford campus.

Miami University will integrate AI teaching into 13 departments this fall with new courses, minors, and a degree in AI while sustainable practices (including a solar-powered computer cluster) support the plan after a successful spring faculty workshop; 15 more departments will follow with added student input.

Several Miami University faculty received grants in July and August that will fuel projects from EV charging improvements to Earth science research.

The awards—provided by state, federal and private agencies—support advancements in education, technology and community impact.

Miami University’s M.O.V.E.

Bootcamp returns this Saturday at 10 a.m. at Lewis Place, offering free health and wellness activities open to all (participants receive a T-shirt from the Crawford Collection to celebrate the start of the fall semester).

A guide spotlights underrated restaurants in Oxford, featuring Cocina Latina behind Oxford Memorial Park, Krishna for Indian cuisine, Doughby’s open late most nights, Gaslight Brewhouse, MImian, and Fridge and Pantry as options for locals to explore.

The list encourages residents to try these dining spots for a fresh taste experience.