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At this exciting moment as you choose a university, we invite you to take one more opportunity to review the many advantages of a Miami University education: stellar academics with strong connections to the professional world and a lively student experience in the ideal university setting. This booklet will guide you through your next steps.

LET’S CELEBRATEYOUR ACCEPTANCE TO MIAMI UNIVERSITY,

AN OUTSTANDING UNIVERSITY FOR

EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS.

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Code of Love and Honor.I am Miami.

I believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character and intellect.

I stand for honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct.

I respect the dignity, rights, and property of others and their right to hold and express disparate beliefs.

I defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning.

I exercise good judgment and believe in personal responsibility.

I welcome a diversity of people, ideas, and experiences.

I embrace the spirit, academic rigor, opportunities, and challenges of a Miami Experience, preparing me to make the world a better place.

I demonstrate Love and Honor by supporting and caring for my fellow Miamians.

And because I Am Miami, I act through my words and deeds in ways that reflect these values and beliefs.

With a deep sense of accomplishment and gratitude, I will Love, Honor, and make proud those who help me earn the joy and privilege of saying,

“To think that in such a place, I led such a life.”

Miami’s Code of Love and Honor articulates our shared values and expectations as a university community. The phrase comes from our fight song chorus, “Love and Honor to Miami.”

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INTERNATIONAL ACCEPTED STUDENT EVENTS ON CAMPUS

Now that you’ve been accepted, here’s a short list of things to do.

While you’re deciding

q Connect with a current international student ambassador. Contact us at GoGlobal@MiamiOH.edu for more information.

q Confirm your intent to enroll at Miami University. Go to MiamiOH.edu/accepted and click on the Confirm Your Enrollment link, or submit the Confirm Your Enrollment form on Page 15.

After you confirm your enrollment

q Apply for the F-1 student visa (if applicable) at the nearest U.S. consulate or embassy. Read details at MiamiOH.edu/international/students/new-students or contact Miami University’s International Student and Scholar Services at international@MiamiOH.edu.

q Make travel plans. All international students must arrive on Miami University’s campus in mid-January for mandatory orientation. At MiamiOH.edu/international/students/new-students, you will find program details.

q Connect with the EducationUSA Center (educationusa.state.gov) in your home country about a predeparture program or workshop, if available.

q Miami University policy requires proof of vaccination of all vaccines on the Ohio K-12 vaccination schedule. You will receive detailed instructions for submitting this information on your myMiami admission checklist. To review the Ohio K-12 vaccination schedule refer to the Student Health Center website at MiamiOH.edu/health or call the Student Health Center at 513-529-3000.

q As soon as possible after graduation, arrange for your high school/secondary school administrator to send your final transcript with certificate or diploma of graduation to: Miami University, Office of Admission, 301 S. Campus Ave., Oxford, OH 45056, USA. You also have the option to submit your final transcript after your arrival during International Student Orientation. Transfer students must provide a final college or university transcript before the start of spring semester.

q If you’re buying a new computer before coming to campus, check out Miami University’s student laptop program at MiamiOH.edu/miaminotebook (with a special hardware, software, and service package). Miami University has wireless internet access campuswide.

q Attend the mandatory International Student Orientation session in January, where you will register for classes. Visit MiamiOH.edu/orientation for more information.

q Check your Miami University email for your tuition and fees bill. It will be sent electronically to this email address if you register for classes before our billing date. Students who register after our billing dates (see MiamiOH.edu/billing) will also receive an email. Payment is due by the first day of classes.

q Begin your academic experience on Monday, January 23, the first day of classes.

Miami University hosts prospective student visitors on campus throughout the year. Campus visits are optional, especially for international students, but a visit may help with your decision-making process. If you can attend, we would be honored to welcome you and your family or friends to campus.

Please note that you will not register for classes at this time. Registration takes place when you attend orientation.

Events for high school/secondary school students

Opportunities to visit campus are available throughout the year. Go to MiamiOH.edu/visit for more information and to register.

Events for transfer students

Go to MiamiOH.edu/transfer for more information about Transfer Preview Day event dates and registration.

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Friday, December 16, 2016 Deadline to submit your confirmation deposit to the Office of Admission. Please note that the ACE Program fills quickly and may close prior to December 16. ACE students are encouraged to confirm as soon as possible to reserve their place in the program.

Deadline to submit your Residence Hall and Meal Plan contract (for students living on campus).

Miami University policy requires proof of vaccination of all vaccines on the Ohio K-12 vaccination schedule. You will receive detailed instructions for submitting this information on your myMiami admission checklist. To review the Ohio K-12 vaccination schedule refer to the Student Health Center website at MiamiOH.edu/health or call the Student Health Center at 513-529-3000.

Early January 2017 Residential students receive their housing assignments, which includes their local address (residence hall) and roommate information.

Complete the math placement test (MiamiOH.edu/mstest) before you arrive on campus. All students must take the math placement test in order to ensure effective advising at International Student Orientation.

Mid-January 2017 All international students arrive on campus for International Student Orientation. For specific dates and times, see MiamiOH.edu/international/students/new-students after December 1.

Complete the health insurance waiver, if applicable. Miami University requires that all full-time students be covered by health insurance. To that end, Miami University bills all full-time students for health insurance. If you do not need this coverage, you must waive this insurance by emailing shsmiami@trihealth.com or calling the Student Health Center at 1-513-529-3000. If you do not waive the insurance, you will be responsible for the student health insurance premium. You must waive the insurance annually.

Monday, January 23, 2017 First day of classes. Spring semester ends Friday, May 12, 2017.

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CALENDAR FOR SPRING 2017 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

UNDERGRADUATES WORK WITH PROFESSORSON FUNDED RESEARCH

EACH YEAR.

For any significant journey, we seek out direction and advice. We look for trusted guides. As you begin your university journey, consider the expert guidance of some of America’s finest faculty — the professors of Miami University.

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Miami University will give you a wide world of advantages.

Student-centered: Our top priority is teaching and mentoring undergraduate students like you. We attract nationally recognized faculty who love to teach. They combine expert knowledge with a passion for exploring that knowledge with their students. They will encourage you to get involved — and find out if a major is right for you — by joining their research teams, job-shadowing at companies, and finding internship opportunities.

You’ll have an advantage in exploring your career interests because of our professors’ connections with professionals in the field, with their former students who are loyal alumni, and with top graduate programs.

A nationally renowned academic experience: Why do more employers recruit at Miami University than at other schools our size? Why do Miami University graduates have outstanding rates of acceptance to professional and graduate schools? Because Miami University has a national reputation for a superior educational experience and professional preparation.

Re sea r ch oppor tu n it ie s: Eac h yea r, mor e t h a n 2 , 0 0 0 undergraduates work with professors on funded research. You can, too — starting in your first year. Take this opportunity to discover your interests and develop impressive credentials for admission to top graduate schools.

Study abroad: In Miami University’s worldwide programs, you can go just about anywhere (last year, to 90 countries), and you have choices that fit your budget and schedule. Not only does study abroad enhance your education, it also gives you an understanding of world cultures — a valuable asset in the job market.

A great value for quality and success: Miami University has been one of Kiplinger’s 100 best values in public colleges every year since 1998.

Miami has more than 208,890 loyal alumni worldwide. They provide our students with extensive internship and career connections.

Traveling to the Miami University campus.

On selected dates, Miami University provides discounted

transportation to campus for international students who fly

into the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport

(airport code CVG), an hour south of Oxford. Details at

MiamiOH.edu/international/students/new-students/arrival.

Oxford has four seasons of weather.

• Summer, fall/autumn, winter, and spring.

• Average of 24°C from June to August (summer).

• Average of 1.1°C from December to February (winter).

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Our study abroad opportunities include semester, year-long, winter, and summer programs in Europe and all over the world.

AS YOU NARROW YOUR UNIVERSITY CHOICES, KEEP YOUR HORIZONS BROAD.

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Internships and networking prepare you for a bright future.

You’ll be in good company at Miami University, where students are goal-oriented and focused. They network with professors and with our loyal alumni to make internship and career connections. Career Services helps students locate internships, maintains an online internship database, and hosts the Spring Internship and Career Expo.

You’ll have guidance throughout your years at Miami University.

International Student and Scholar Services provides guidance to accepted students. Highly trained advisors help students with:

• Visa regulations and procedures• General advising and referrals to other campus offices• Acculturation to campus and the local area• Excursions

After you confirm but before you come to campus

International Student and Scholar Services sends emails to your personal email prior to your arrival. Information includes:

• Airport pick-up and arrival on campus • Orientation and registration the week before classes begin• Tuition and money matters• What to bring to Miami University (clothing, personal items, etc.)

If you have specific questions about your visa application, arrival, and student orientation, email international@MiamiOH.edu or call +1-513-529-5628.

International Student Orientation

The International Student Orientation program is mandatory and is held in January before the start of classes. At this program, you will:

• Review important immigration rules and regulations necessary for maintaining your legal status in the U.S.

• Learn about academic life and register for classes• Gain knowledge of campus and community resources• Meet other new international and domestic students at

Miami University

Go to MiamiOH.edu/international/students/new-students for more information.

International Student Resources• International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) ensures

international students experience a successful transition to Miami University.

• Office of Parent and Family Programs supports the vital role that families play in the university experience.

• Pre-Semester American Academic Culture (PAAC) provides students with the opportunity to arrive on campus early and prepare for a successful academic career in the U.S.

• Howe Writing Center prepares students to excel in the writing they will do at Miami University and after graduation.

SPECIAL SERVICES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

SUCCESS AFTER YOUR GRADUATION FROM MIAMI UNIVERSITY

ACTIVE.

Miami University students participate in hundreds of clubs and activities that define the university experience. But it’s also the unstructured moments that you’ll remember: hanging out on the lawn in front of your residence hall, midnight runs Uptown for a slice of pizza. It’s life in an American university town. It’s life at Miami University.

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Your life on the ideal university campus Miami University is a residential school, with almost all of our students living on campus or in Oxford, a community of 21,470 people, including students. It’s small enough to see friendly faces anywhere you turn, and big enough to feel like you’re a world away.

You’ll find a sense of community here that’s hard to describe until you live it. In other words, it’s the perfect setting for an ideal university experience. It’s life as a Miami University student, 24/7.

Getting around campusMiami University partners with the Butler County Regional Transit Authority to provide transportation around campus and to Oxford stores and apartment complexes. Go to MiamiOH.edu/metro.

Miami University promotes a safe environment.Miami University recognizes the concerns of parents and students when choosing a university. Miami University’s location in Oxford, Ohio, offers the safety of a small residential community. In addition, Miami University offers many resources to promote student safety. The Miami University Police Department is a full-service agency whose well-trained officers patrol campus 24 hours a day. Resident students have access to their secure residence halls with their Miami University I.D. cards.

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Find your fit in a Miami University residence hall.

When you live on campus, it’s not just about the residence hall building, it’s really about your community inside the building.

First-year studentsFor spring semester, first-year international students are placed in residence halls with other first-year students. Students and professional staff develop programs together that give you activities to participate in throughout the semester.

Transfer studentsFull-time transfer students live in university housing unless:

• They live with their parent(s), legal guardian, spouse, or dependent children.

• They are over 21 years of age.• They have matriculated full-time for at least two years at

another institution of higher education.

To learn more, email HOME@MiamiOH.edu.

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Throw a Frisbee, kick a soccer ball, or just enjoy the four seasons on Central Quad — the large grassy lawn south of the sundial.

Attend a free lecture by world figures such as His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Condoleezza Rice. World and American leaders come to Miami University throughout the year.

Best way to enjoy the snow? Go sledding on the hill behind the Art Museum!

Take in the free performances at the Armstrong Student Center’s Wilks Theater. From movies to musicians, comedians, and authors — you’ll find fun and thoughtful entertainment.

Play broomball or go to one of the many Moonlight Skate events at Goggin Ice Center.

Attend or volunteer to help with annual performances for Diwali, Fall Fusion, and other events sponsored by international student organizations.

Enjoy one of the many concerts offered on campus. Past artists include the Goo Goo Dolls, The Fray, and O.A.R.

Work out at the Recreational Sports Center.

Get tickets for a campus play. With two major theaters on campus, there is always a musical or show to see.

Go to a varsity game. Whether you enjoy hockey, football, basketball, volleyball, or soccer, you have plenty of choices. Tickets are free to students.

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Miami University’s varsity ice hockey team remains the favorite RedHawk sporting event to attend. Join the cheering crowds at Goggin Ice Center as they compete against the nation’s top teams.

High StreetFondly ca l led “ Uptown ,” the sp i r i t of Miami University comes alive on this Oxford, Ohio, street. Here you’ll find your favorite national restaurants as well as local traditions. Uptown also features bookstores, clothing stores, banks, salons and barber shops, and more. From concerts in the park to people-watching, Uptown is a favorite place to go and hang out with friends.

King LibraryKing Library is another popular location on campus where you are bound to see someone you know. The library offers group study rooms, laptops, and cameras for check out; the Howe Writing Center; and King Café with salads, sandwiches, and those all-important caffeinated beverages.

Recreational Sports CenterThe “Rec” features weight training and aerobic equipment, a climbing wall , world-class swimming facilities, an indoor jogging track, and basketball courts. Group fitness classes are popular and include Pilates, spinning, hip-hop, and more.

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Student organizations are an important part of university life in the United States.

Miami University has more than 500 student organizations, including professional, social, Greek, cultural, community service, and spiritual. Find some that interest you and get involved! See a complete list at MiamiOH.edu/hub.

African School Advancement Program

African Student Network

Asian American Association

Association of Latin and American Students

China America Business Organization

Chinese American Cultural Association

Chinese Information Association

Chinese Students and Scholars Association

Comparative Religion Student Association

Diversity Affairs Council

Engineers Without Borders

Global Business Brigades

Global Medical Brigades

Guate Bonita

Indian Student Association

International Business Insights

International Justice Mission

International Student Advisory Council

International Student Organization

Japanese Culture and Language Club

KidsUganda

Korean American Student Association

Legacy

Lithuanian Club

Mi CUP of TEA

Miami Ambassadors Creating Change

Miami Students for Israel

Miami University African Student Union

Miami University Chinese Kungfu Organization

Miami University Spanish Club

Middle Eastern Cultural Club & Arts

Model Arab League

Muslim Students’ Association

Nourish International

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

Portuguese Culture and Language Club

Russian and Eastern European Club

Russian Club

Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity

SIGNAL

Southeast Asian Association

UNICEF at Miami

Unified for Uganda

The Office of Parent and Family Programs helps keep your family informed.

Miami University’s Office of Parent and Family Programs supports the vital role that families play in the university experience. The friendly staff will help you stay informed. They’re here to listen to your concerns and answer your questions. Go to MiamiOH.edu/parents, email parents@MiamiOH.edu, or call +1-513-529-3436.

Internationally focused student clubs include:

YOUR NEXT STEPS.

We’ve got a little more advice. If you have any questions, please go to MiamiOH.edu/accepted, email us at GoGlobal@MiamiOH.edu, or call +1-513-529-2531. And one last thing: turn the page and confirm your enrollment!

YOU’RE ALMOST THERE.

JUST A FEW MORE THINGS TO DO.

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Deadline to confirm: December 16, 2016Please note that the ACE Program fills quickly and may close before December 16. ACE students are encouraged to confirm as soon as possible to reserve their place in the program.

We are excited about your decision to attend Miami University! Please note you can also confirm your enrollment online at MiamiOH.edu/accepted. Choose your student type, then click on the Confirm Your Enrollment link to submit your confirmation deposit online.

If you would like to confirm your enrollment via postal mail, please complete the form below and mail it and a check (USD $425 if you’re living in university housing; USD $95 if you’re living in non-university housing) made payable to Miami University to: Office of Admission, Miami University, 301 S. Campus Avenue, Oxford, OH 45056-3434, USA.

Name ___________________________________________________________________________ Date of birth _____________________________

Banner ID + _________________________________ (The number begins with “+” and is located at the bottom of your acceptance letter.)

Mailing address _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City, State ____________________________________________________________ ZIP code _________________ Country ___________________

First-year studentsAll new students are required to submit a deposit (USD $425 if you’re living in university housing; USD $95 if you’re living in non-university housing) which includes the $330 Residence Hall and Meal Plan Contract Deposit and $95 admission fee. The Office of Admission does not refund any portion of the confirmation deposit to students who choose not to attend Miami University. For students living in university housing, the Residence Hall and Meal Plan Contract Deposit of USD $330, less any unpaid charges, will be applied retroactively toward your final academic term fees.

By confirming enrollment to Miami University, I agree that, unless specifically exempted, I am required to live in a residence hall my first and second years at Miami University, pay associated costs and fees, and abide by all rules and policies. (Please visit MiamiOH.edu/housing/policies for more information about rules and policies.)

Student signature _______________________________________________________________________ Date _____________________________

Parent/Guardian signature ________________________________________________________________ Date _____________________________ (If student is under 18 years of age.)

Transfer studentsStudents in year one and two, or less than 21 years old in January 2017, are required to live in university housing and complete and pay the USD $425 confirmation and housing deposit on or before the deadline, and submit the housing preference and contract online. Other students may choose to live in privately owned housing that surrounds the university. Students living in non-university housing pay the USD $95 confirmation fee. Exceptions may be granted by the Housing Office. Contact HOME@MiamiOH.edu or call +1-513-529-5000. The Office of Admission does not refund any portion of the confirmation deposit to students who choose not to attend Miami University. For students living in university housing, the Residence Hall and Meal Plan Contract Deposit of USD $330, less any unpaid charges, will be applied retroactively toward your final academic term fees.

By confirming enrollment to Miami University, I agree that, unless specifically exempted, I am required to live in a residence hall my first and second years at Miami University, pay associated costs and fees, and abide by all rules and policies. (Please visit MiamiOH.edu/housing/policies for more information about rules and policies.)

Student signature _______________________________________________________________________ Date _____________________________

Parent/Guardian signature ________________________________________________________________ Date _____________________________ (If student is under 18 years of age.)

For first-year studentsHow do I select a meal plan?After Miami University receives your confirmation deposit, you’ll be given access to the online Residence Hall and Meal Plan contract. We encourage you to complete and submit this contract by December 16, 2016. Students who don’t submit the contract by the deadline will be assigned a meal plan. You can find information about meal plans at MiamiOH.edu/mealplans.

Do I need to send Miami University my final grades and proof of graduation?If you have not yet graduated from high school/secondary school, your acceptance to Miami University is conditioned upon your graduation and the submission of your final high school/secondary school transcript. It is understood that you must maintain a high level of academic achievement and personal conduct during your last year. If your final transcript shows that you did not perform to a high academic level, if you are suspended, dismissed, or placed on probation by your school, or if you are convicted of a criminal offense other than a minor traffic incident or such charges are pending against you prior to your attendance, Miami University reserves the right to withdraw the offer of admission.

Please ask your high school/secondary school administrator to send the Office of Admission your final transcript with the certificate or diploma of graduation included as soon as possible after graduation. You also have the option to bring your final transcript with you to Miami University.

For transfer studentsHow do I select a meal plan?Complete and submit the online Residence Hall and Meal Plan contract by December 16, 2016. You can find information about meal plans at MiamiOH.edu/mealplans.

Why is a final transcript required if I’ve already been accepted?It is required because our offer of acceptance is based upon review of all prior university coursework and your high school/secondary school transcript, including grades from current completed coursework in which you may be enrolled. Also, your final transcript should demonstrate your consistent effort in maintaining your grade point average (GPA). It is understood that you must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.00 in all college coursework. If your final transcript shows that you did not meet this expectation, if you are suspended, dismissed, or placed on probation by your school, or if you are convicted of a criminal offense other than a minor traffic incident or such charges are pending against you prior to your attendance, Miami University reserves the right to withdraw the offer of admission. Your transcript must be received before the start of classes. To get an idea of how your credits will transfer, please refer to the International Transfer Student Supplement included in your acceptance packet. Steps are outlined on how to use transferology.com or request a transfer credit evaluation.

For first-year and transfer studentsHow do I change my major?If you are now prepared to choose a major or if you wish to change your major in the College of Arts and Science; the College of Creative Arts (Art and Architecture History or Interactive Media Studies); the College of Education, Health and Society; or the College of Engineering and Computing, you may make that change during orientation. However, you must complete and meet other admission requirements if you want to change your major to the Farmer School of Business (for Accountancy, Analytics, Business Economics, Finance, Interdisciplinary Business Management, Information Systems, Management and Leadership, Marketing, or Supply Chain and Operations Management), or the College of Creative Arts (for Architecture, Art, Art Education, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Music, Music Education, Music Performance, or Theatre). These areas of study have special requirements for admission and students are admitted on a space-available basis.

When will I receive information about merit scholarships?All admitted international students are automatically considered for merit-based awards during admission review. These scholarships are competitive, and no additional application is necessary. If you have received a scholarship, the award is indicated on the I-20 document and in a separate scholarship award letter included in this packet. Please note that Miami University does not offer need-based scholarships or financial aid to international students, therefore, please budget your finances accordingly.

What do I need to do if I plan to go to another institution and decline the offer of admission from Miami University?You may discard the I-20 document and notify the Office of Admission. Send an email with subject line “Decline Admission” to GoGlobal@MiamiOH.edu.

Can I defer admission? Miami University typically allows students to defer offers of admission for military service or medical reasons. We will consider other requests. Requests for deferrals should be made in writing to the Office of Admission at GoGlobal@MiamiOH.edu.

I have more questions! Who should I call?The Office of Admission will be happy to answer your questions or refer you to the appropriate office. Contact the office via email at GoGlobal@MiamiOH.edu or call +1-513-529-2531 to speak with a member of the international recruitment team.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONFIRM YOUR ENROLLMENT.

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PRIVACY RIGHTS

In sources like our online phone directories, Miami University routinely makes available information about our students such as campus and home addresses and phone numbers. This page tells you how to review your privacy rights and keep your personal information confidential.

The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, commonly known as FERPA, establishes the privacy rights of students regarding their educational records maintained by Miami University. Please see MiamiOH.edu/general-counsel/ferpa.

Directory information may be released to anyone without the student’s consent; Miami University has designated the following as directory information:

1. Name, campus address, home address, telephone listing, and campus e-mail address

2. Age and date of birth

3. Name and address of parent(s) or guardian(s)

4. Major field(s) of study, including the college, division, department, or program in which the student is enrolled

5. Classification as a freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student

6. Dates of enrollment and current enrollment status

7. Degrees (including date of graduation) and honors awarded, including Dean’s List, honorary organizations, and grade point average of students selected

8. Most recent educational institution attended

9. Photographic, video, or electronic images taken and maintained by the university

10. Participation in officially recognized activities and sports

11. Weight and height of members of athletic teams

A student has the right to refuse to permit the designation of any or all of the categories of directory information. Any student wishing to exercise this right must inform the University Registrar in writing on or before July 15 of the categories of personally identifiable information that are not to be designated as directory information with respect to that student.

(University Registrar, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056)