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Anthropology PhD student Zooms through dissertation defense
Rather than postpone his dissertation defense for weeks or possibly longer, Padgett and the committee decided to continue with March 20. He would defend his dissertation remotely from Hawaii as…
ABRC combating plant blindness, educating on climate change
An often-overlooked plant with a hard-to-pronounce name is helping to grow students’ understanding of the impacts of climate change.
Resuming the spring term – additional information on pass/non-pass option
With the resumption of classes this week, in a much different way than anyone anticipated, the university has proposed several changes to give students new options for grading this semester.
Beyond the newsroom: Lantern journalists step up to provide coronavirus coverage
The coronavirus pandemic is a global crisis unlike any other, and reporters everywhere are covering it daily. In the face of unprecedented and unforeseen circumstances, the student journalists at The…
Larsen wins Cozzarelli Prize for research into ancient city
Distinguished University Professor of anthropology Clark Larsen was awarded the 2019 Cozzarelli Prize from the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), an honor given to just…
Updates, resources and information for students
The university’s decision to suspend all face-to-face instruction and limit other activities creates challenges for all of us. This information is intended to help clarify changes that are underway,…
From math to Cheez Whiz: MFA student puts her one-of-a-kind spin on art
Kristen Phipps, a Master of Fine Arts student in painting and drawing, always knew she was an artist. Now, she's making her mark at Ohio State.
Imran Nuri: The student, co-founder and CEO proving anyone can be a philanthropist
Senior Imran Nuri launched his own nonprofit in January, and he's applying design thinking to help him achieve his philanthropy's ambitious goals.
Board of Trustees approve funds for Celeste Lab renovations
Celeste Laboratory is getting a much-needed facelift after renovation funding approval by The Ohio State University Board of Trustees. The remodel begins in May 2020 and will be complete August 2022.