Charles W. Jarrett earned his Ph. D. from The Ohio State University. Dr. Jarrett served as a research assistant at Battelle Institute in Columbus, Ohio, and taught courses in rural sociology at Ohio State under the direction of Dr. Ted L. Napier. Charles studied social theory under Roscoe C. Hinkle and took classes from Laurel Richardson and Norman K. Denzin.  Charles' areas of concentration include rural sociology, social theory, and research methodology. Charles teaches a variety of sociology and psychology courses at Ohio Southern. His teaching interests include race and ethnic relations, deviant behavior, Appalachian culture, personality, and social problems.  Charles created a new class for undergraduates entitled Journey to Wholeness based on his research experiences in the Sea Islands of South Carolina.  Charles was granted tenure and promoted to the rank of Associate Professor (2004).  Charles currently resides in Ironton with his wife (Patricia) and son (Jacob).

Dr. Jarrett returned to a faculty position in 1999, after serving Ohio University in an administrative capacity from 1988 through 1998. Ohio Southern experienced unprecedented growth and development during Dr. Jarrett's tenure as Admissions Director. Dr. Jarrett was instrumental in the establishment of many innovative programs designed to increase enrollments and improve the quality of student life at Ohio Southern.  Dr. Jarrett established the OUS Student Government, Intramural Sports Program, and was instrumental in developing the Men's & Women's Basketball Program.

Sociology and Psychology students enjoy the learning environment at OUS

Philosophy of Teaching

I currently teach a variety of sociology and psychology courses at Ohio University Southern.  I have always believed the keys to a successful classroom experience involve preparation, motivation of students, and establishing a relaxed learning environment.  I believe teaching is an art form, and the instructor must bring a certain level of passion and enthusiasm into the classroom.  Excellence in the classroom is a requirement for faculty members at Ohio University Southern.  Our faculty represents the very best in professional service, and we place the needs of our students as a first priority and concern.   I'm very proud to be a tenured faculty member at Ohio University Southern.

Dr. Charles W. Jarrett Associate Professor, Ohio University Southern jarrett@ohio.edu

Charles Jarrett has been teaching at the university level since his days in graduate school at The Ohio State University.  Charles taught sociology courses with each of the Ohio University regional campuses before accepting a full-time position with Ohio University Southern Campus in Ironton, Ohio.  Charles has developed a style of teaching that stresses enthusiasm in the classroom, student engagement, and plenty of activities designed to address topics of interest.   For more information on the teaching career of Charles Jarrett, please refer to  the Curriculum Vitae page Mentoring Students   Student Engagement

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