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How the arts and humanities are confronting climate change
Climate change isn't just an issue for science. It's a complex problem that requires a bold response from artists, activists, performers and creators. These are some ways they're using narrative and…
Using psychology to encourage long-term COVID-19 compliance
Given the vehement polarization regarding coronavirus guidelines, Richard Petty, Distinguished University Professor, is teaming up with Xiaoyan Deng, associate professor in the Fisher College of…
Three Arts and Sciences faculty named Distinguished University Professors for 2020
Ohio State appoints no more than three Distinguished University Professors annually. All awardees for 2020 were faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences: Janet Box-Steffensmeier, Susan Olesik and…
Aldama creates complex Latinx representation for kids in The Adventures of Chupacabra Charlie
In his debut children's book, The Adventures of Chupacabra Charlie, Distinguished University Professor Frederick Aldama re-defines a popular Latinx mythological monster to fill a gap in…
Declines in public transit demand show essential workers’ reliance on COTA and similar services
An analysis of public transit use across the U.S. reveals where essential workers rely more on public transportation while prompting questions about building sustainable, resilient cities in the…
Four Arts and Sciences faculty named to leadership roles
Arts and Sciences faculty were selected to college leadership roles: Susan Olesik, Dean for Natural and Mathematical Sciences; Christopher Jaroniec, Associate Dean for Research and Creative Inquiry;…
Weinberg's research finds state response had little economic harm
In a new and uncertain era ushered in by the COVID-19 pandemic, economics research, Bruce Weinberg finds, is more crucial than ever. In two new studies, he found that states' social distancing…
Carnegie Corporation of New York names Michael Neblo winner of Andrew Carnegie Fellowship
Michael Neblo, professor in the Department of Political Science and director of the Institute for Democratic Engagement and Accountability (IDEA), has been named a member of the 2020 class of Andrew…
Mershon Center's research into Bangladesh's migration crisis reveals connections between security and climate change
Mershon Center researchers C.K. Shum, Craig Jenkins and Joyce Chen take an interdisciplinary approach to study the impacts of climate change on international security in coastal Bangladesh.