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Recent News About The Ohio State University
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New dental clinic opens at OSU Wexner Medical Center's Outpatient Care East
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has opened a new dental clinic at its Outpatient Care East location. This addition aims to expand health care services for the community, particularly the medically underserved.
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Glenn College hosts global conference addressing hate and extremism
The city of Columbus, The Ohio State University, and the John Glenn College of Public Affairs recently hosted an international conference focusing on addressing hate, extremism, and polarization at the local level. This event was part of the Strong Cities Network's “City Leadership in Maintaining Social Cohesion Amid Global Crises” initiative.
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Ohio State hosts discussions promoting civil discourse as part of Big Table initiative
As part of the Big Table discussions held citywide on Sept. 25, The Ohio State University hosted several sessions across its Columbus campus to promote civil discourse. Launched in 2016 by the Columbus Foundation, the Big Table is a community conversation initiative aimed at fostering a more kind and just future for central Ohio.
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Ohio State launches new arts website and app
The Ohio State University has launched a new arts website and app to enhance public engagement with its extensive art collection. Megan Cavanaugh, the campus art collection manager, has been installing QR codes near most of the university’s public art pieces over the past month.
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Ohio State highlights career preparation during National Postdoc Appreciation Week
During National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW), held from September 16-20, The Ohio State University organized activities to help graduate degree holders prepare for their careers.
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Ohio State rises in U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges rankings
The Ohio State University has improved its standings in the latest rankings of public and national universities by U.S. News & World Report.
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Ohio State Marching Band honors NASA with space-themed halftime performance
As a tribute to NASA and Ohio’s own NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, The Ohio State University Marching Band performed a space-themed halftime show during the Buckeyes’ game against Marshall University.
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Ohio State highlights collaborations during fall Roads Scholars Day
During the fall 2024 Roads Scholars Day on Friday, The Ohio State University highlighted partnerships with organizations on the Near East Side of Columbus. Presented by the Office of Outreach and Engagement, the semiannual seminar takes faculty, administrators, and community partners through a region of Ohio to discuss current and future collaboration.
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Ohio State hosts U.S.-Japan digital innovation hub workshop
Industry, higher education, and government officials from the United States and Japan recently convened for a two-day workshop to strengthen cooperation in critical and emerging technologies. The U.S.-Japan Digital Innovation Hub and Advanced Technology Workshop was held on The Ohio State University campus on September 11-12.
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Ohio State collaborates with city officials after rise in campus-area gun violence
Recent incidents of gun violence on and near the Columbus campus have authorities on high alert, prompting Ohio State University to take action in coordination with the city of Columbus.
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Archie Griffin named grand marshal for OSU Homecoming Parade
Archie Griffin will serve as grand marshal of The Ohio State University Homecoming Parade on Friday, Oct. 25. The parade will commence at 6 p.m. in Ohio Stadium’s west parking lot and conclude at the Ohio Union at 7 p.m.
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Buckeye Current sets four new world records at Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials
The Buckeye Current electric motorcycle team from The Ohio State University has set four new world records at the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials held at the Utah Salt Flats. The student-led team, known for building the world's fastest electric motorcycles, faced numerous challenges including a pop-up thunderstorm, a malfunctioning battery charger, a failed battery module, and a burnt-up motor.
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Ohio State's Farm Science Review connects university with agriculture community
The Ohio State University’s 62nd Farm Science Review is underway this week. The three-day event highlights the deep connections between the university and the state’s agriculture community.
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Ohio State reports highest-ever first-year enrollment for fall semester
The Ohio State University announced today the enrollment of a record first-year class on the Columbus campus. The class of 9,530 students is the largest in the university’s 154-year history.
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Ohio State celebrates contributions of women at annual fest
To kick off the 2024-25 academic year, The Ohio State University’s College of Education and Human Ecology presented a free event highlighting the university’s relationships with community organizations on Columbus’ Near East Side.
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Ohio State collaborates with Ohio Housing Finance Agency on new Opportunity Index
Jason Reece, an associate professor of city and regional planning at the Knowlton School at The Ohio State University, has developed a keen understanding of the impact neighborhood changes can have on residents. Growing up in Hamilton, Ohio, he witnessed firsthand the effects of industrial decline and housing market dysfunction.
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Ohio State students present innovative space technology ventures at Space BOSS competition
Eight teams of Ohio State students presented business ideas supporting space exploration during the 2024 Space BOSS pitch competition. The event took place on August 27 at The Ohio State University’s Student Entrepreneurs’ Center, home of the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship.
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Techstars Columbus announces new innovators cohort in partnership with Ohio State
Techstars Columbus Powered by The Ohio State University has announced the 12 new companies to join its program for early-stage entrepreneurs.
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Ohio State receives $12 million grant for ultrafast science facility
A team of chemistry and physics researchers at The Ohio State University has received a $12 million award from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to support the operation, maintenance, and expansion of the NSF National Extreme Ultrafast Science Facility (NSF NeXUS) for the next five years.
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Ohio State President announces investiture date and outlines future vision
Ohio State President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. sent a message to the university community today, announcing his investiture and outlining a long-term vision for the institution.