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Ohio State students gain practical experience through summer internships
Students in various majors gained practical work experience this summer through the Wheeler and Wolstein Internship Program. Participants presented their projects at central Ohio companies during an August 9 event at The Ohio State University’s Student Entrepreneurs’ Center, home of the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship.
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OSEP announces 2024-25 grants supporting campus-wide sustainability efforts
The Ohio State Energy Partners (OSEP), the university’s comprehensive energy management partnership, has announced 2024-25 grants for projects that establish internships for students to study sustainability efforts at companies, assist campus facilities administrators in transitioning from gas-powered to electric tools, and enhance environmental education across the state, among other initiatives.
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Big Ten students visit Alabama for civil rights education
When he listened to Lynda Blackmon Lowery speak about her experiences as the youngest person to participate in the Selma to Montgomery Marches in 1965, Cullen Brown was struck by two things: how young Lowery was and how recent her memories were.
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Ohio State unveils plans for advanced autonomous Waterman Dairy
The Waterman Agricultural and Natural Resources Laboratory in Columbus will soon host The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences’ (CFAES) new dairy facility. This state-of-the-art structure will replace the outdated 1972 building that was demolished in March.
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Graduates encouraged to embrace adversity during Ohio State's summer commencement
On a sunny afternoon, nearly 1,800 degrees and certificates were awarded at The Ohio State University’s commencement, the most at a summer ceremony since 2013. As President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. noted Sunday, the graduates ranged in age from 18 to 65 years old.
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Young Scholars Program recognized for improving college access for first-generation college students
The Ohio State University’s Young Scholars Program (YSP) recently received statewide recognition for its impactful work in improving college access for first-generation college students in Ohio.
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Kirwan Institute hosts conference focusing on African American behavioral health
The Ohio State University’s Kirwan Institute hosted the second annual African American Behavioral Health (AABH) Conference on July 25-26 at the Fawcett Center in Columbus. The event aimed to address cultural and systemic barriers that prevent African Americans from seeking treatment for conditions affecting their mental and physical health.
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OSU Police Chief Kimberly Spears-McNatt announces retirement
After three decades of dedicated service to Ohio State, Chief Kimberly Spears-McNatt will retire from The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) and has accepted a new position as associate vice president of public safety at Clemson University in South Carolina.
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Ohio State student's startup aims to optimize farming through advanced sensor technology
Even the most successful entrepreneurs are often uncertain when their next big idea will emerge. However, when such a moment occurs, it can revolutionize an industry or culture and improve future living standards.
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Ohio State appoints Lee J. Strang as head of new civics center
The Ohio State University has appointed legal scholar Lee J. Strang as the inaugural executive director of the Salmon P. Chase Center for Civics, Culture, and Society. Strang is currently the John W. Stoepler Professor of Law & Values at the University of Toledo and serves as the inaugural director of its Institute of American Constitutional Thought & Leadership.
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Ohio State tour highlights connections and impact in northeast Ohio
A contingent of students, faculty, and staff from The Ohio State University recently spent two days engaging with northeast Ohio partners and learning about the university’s impact in the region. The tour included community service with the Cleveland Cavaliers and an inside look at one of North America's largest greenhouse operations.
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Archie Griffin set to dot "i" in Script Ohio during OSU vs Akron halftime
Two-time Heisman Trophy winner Archie Griffin will participate in one of college athletics' most memorable traditions by dotting the “i” in Script Ohio on Aug. 31 during halftime of the Ohio State vs. Akron game. Griffin is being honored for his service to the university and his longstanding support of its marching band.
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Ohio State Newark offers free community-wide dyslexia screenings
Dyslexia can affect an individual’s ability to learn in school and function in society. Research has found that early identification of the condition and targeted remediation can reduce the potential negative impact, said Terri Hessler, professor of special education at The Ohio State University.
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Ohio State Professor Angus Fletcher to deliver summer commencement address
Angus Fletcher, a professor in The Ohio State University Department of English, will deliver the university’s summer commencement address. Fletcher is a story scientist, author, and screenwriter leading an academic think tank for the study of how stories work.
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Sports Dentistry Club provides free custom mouthguards for local high school athletes
As team dentist at The Ohio State University, Deborah Mendel is familiar with the toll sports take on players’ mouths. Teeth can be mis-positioned or pushed into lips or, worst of all, knocked out entirely. Mouthguards, Mendel said, are crucial to keeping student-athletes safe.
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President Carter discusses future vision for The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. discussed his vision for the university, the value of a college degree, and a robust first-year class at a community forum this week. With the start of a new academic year approaching, Carter shared his perspectives as he enters his seventh month as the 17th president of the university.
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Gulbenkian Prize honors Rattan Lal for contributions to global food security
Rattan Lal, a globally renowned soil scientist at The Ohio State University, has been awarded the 2024 Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity. Lal's contributions to global food security, climate resilience, and ecosystem protection were recognized by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation in their announcement of the award.
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Ohio State acquires advanced Otoscan technology for Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
Eric Bielefeld began wearing hearing aids around a year and a half ago. Like many people, he was not excited about them.
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Ohio State sends record number of athletes to Paris Olympics
The Ohio State University Department of Athletics will have 24 current, former, and incoming student-athletes competing at the 2024 Paris Olympics set to begin later this month. The Buckeyes represent 10 countries and nine sports at the XXXIII Olympiad.
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Ohio State's Alex Axon prepares for Paris Olympics
Olympian and Ohio State Buckeyes swimmer Alex Axon is preparing for the 2024 Paris Games, where he will compete as part of Team Canada beginning July 26. The Fisher College of Business finance major’s initial interest in swimming was casual.