Socktober 2026

What's soft, stylish, and makes a difference for OHIO students? This year's student-designed Socktober socks.

Every day, Ohio University students rely on donor support for scholarships, emergency assistance, research opportunities, student organizations, and one-of-a-kind learning experiences. During Socktober, your gift to the OHIO fund that means the most to you helps students succeed while earning you a pair of limited-edition socks designed by current students.

Give Before Oct. 31. Get Socks. Change Lives.

🧦 Give $30+ and receive your choice of one exclusive Socktober sock design as our thanks.

🧦🧦🧦 Give $100+ and:

• You'll receive all three student-designed sock styles as our thanks
• A student will get a pair of Socktober socks through the Cats' Cupboard Food Pantry

Every step you take in these socks helps students take a step toward their future. Whether you wear them to the office, a game, on a hike at Strouds or around the house, you'll be showing your Bobcat pride while investing in opportunities that make the OHIO experience unforgettable.

You get comfy feet. Students get life-changing support. Everybody wins.

ABOUT THE DESIGNS

This year's Socktober designs are bold, cozy, and 100% Bobcat (figuratively, of course). Created by current students, each design reflects the creativity, talent, and hands-on learning opportunities that donor support helps make possible at OHIO.

During the 2025-26 academic year, a group of OHIO students were challenged to create and pitch original Socktober sock designs. Our three winning designers worked alongside University Advancement staff to gain real-world experience in design, fundraising, public speaking, presentations, and project management.

The result? Three unique sock designs that showcase Bobcat pride while celebrating the power of experiential learning at OHIO.