Audrey J. Coleman

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Ohio State staff member killed in stabbing in Clintonville Sunday morning

An Ohio State alumnus and staff member is dead and another person critically injured after a stabbing allegedly involving the victim’s 17-year-old adopted son, according to Columbus police.

The crime was reported Sunday around 7 a.m., with two victims suffering from stab wounds when officers arrived at the scene, according to ABC 6 reporting. Mark Rayburn-Velco was pronounced dead at 7:58 a.m. after receiving life-saving treatment. The other victim was in critical condition, but is expected to...
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E. Roe Stamps IV touches on four key life lessons during commencement speech

Thoughtful decision making, joining a winning team and building on the momentum that carried students to graduation were among the key points E. Row Stamps IV delivered during his commencement address at Ohio State Sunday.

Speaking before an estimated crowd of 80,000, the philanthropist, co-founder of Summit Partners and founder of the Stamps Scholarship Program, opened his speech by congratulating graduates – before acknowledging the significance of the ceremony falling on Mother’s Day. He the...
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Commencement speakers and admin address teamwork and support at the university’s 442nd commencement ceremony

University President Ravi Bellamkonda, philanthropist and commencement speaker E. Roe Stamps IV and graduating student speaker Molly Ranz Calhoun emphasized the importance of teamwork, support systems and safeguarding the future during Ohio State’s 442nd commencement ceremony Sunday at Ohio Stadium.

Held on Mother’s Day, the ceremony honored the families, mentors and loved ones who helped graduates reach the milestone, with speakers repeatedly encouraging students to recognize the people who su...
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E. Roe Stamps to speak on life experiences and future goals during Spring Commencement

E. Roe Stamps — the 2026 Spring Commencement speaker — hopes to use his experiences in business, philanthropy and scholarship to encourage students to pursue their dreams.

Ohio State announced Stamps will be the commencement speaker Sunday, highlighting his work co-founding a private equity and venture capital firm and the Stamps Scholars Program. The program provides scholarships at over three dozen universities worldwide, according to an Ohio State press release.

“We expect you to offer that...
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President Ravi Bellamkonda works to continue university plans, AI fluency and student impact in new role

The ongoing strength of Ohio State’s academics, research, medical expertise and athletics will overcome and outlast any outside criticism and scrutiny of this institution, President Ravi V. Bellamkonda said Friday.

In an interview with The Lantern, Columbus Dispatch and Columbus Business First, Bellamkonda also said he plans to keep many of former President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr.’s key initiatives in place while working to make Ohio State’s bureaucracy more responsive and efficient. He also sa...
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Album Review: Noah Kahan’s fourth studio album ruins any chance of joy — in a good way

Hit folk-rock singer Noah Kahan released his fourth studio album, “The Great Divide,” Friday, after a four-year break from releasing music. While Kahan has been releasing music since 2019, his jump into true celebrity status wasn’t until 2022 with the release of “Stick Season.”

His recognizable strong vocals are paired with bass, guitar and drums, the typical instrumental lineup for borderline country artists. In Kahan’s newest album, there’s something extremely cathartic in every song.

Even t...
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Movie Review: “Michael” stands out against recent music industry biopics — just like Jackson did

In the sea of late music superstar biopics, the newest of the bunch, “Michael,” might not be beating any stereotypes, but it’s a damn good watch nonetheless.

Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film follows the infamous Michael Jackson for the majority of his music career, beginning in the 1960s with the Jackson 5 and ending in 1988 after Michael’s final departure from the family business.

Viewers get to watch Michael grow up in the music industry, the creation of his first three solo albums — “Off...
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Key details of Carter’s inappropriate relationship

Former President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr.’s inappropriate relationship with a podcaster led him to involve several top university officials in schemes to help produce podcast episodes, and further her personal business, according to a report the university released Tuesday.

Carter abruptly resigned on March 7, after just two years into the role citing an inappropriate relationship with a person the report identified as Krisanthe Vlachos, host of “The Callout Podcast,” a military and veterans pod...
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What students with food allergies should know about campus dining

Dining plans on campus are meant to accommodate a wide range of needs for students at Ohio State, and this includes students who have a variety of allergies.

Here is what students need to know to navigate dining services with eating restrictions.

Ashley Hinderer, the assistant director of nutrition with university dining services, said that students have multiple ways to ensure a positive experience at campus dining locations. One of the main things a student can do is use the comment section...
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CAST program helps ease the transition to primary care for autistic patients

For individuals with autism, going to the doctor’s office can be overwhelming. When transitioning to a new doctor or setting — like a college campus for example — those emotions are heightened.

However, the Center for Autism Services and Transitions, or CAST, is intended to eliminate some of that stress throughout the process.

The program, located in four Wexner Medical Center branch offices — Grandview, Hilliard, Lewis Center and New Albany — offers services such as primary care with licensed...
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E. Roe Stamps IV announced as Spring commencement speaker

Ohio State’s 2026 spring commencement speaker will be E. Roe Stamps IV, philanthropist and founder of the Stamps Scholars Program.

Stamps established the Stamps Scholars Program, an initiative that works to provide students with scholarships at over 30 universities across the world, according to an Ohio State press release. At Ohio State, around 50 students are awarded a Stamps Eminence Scholarship through the program.

He is also the co-founder of venture capital firm Summit Partners, a Boston...
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Buckeye Pinwheel Planting and Transplant Reunion hosted for the 18th year

Over 13,000 scarlet and gray pinwheels were planted on the lawn outside of the new University Hospital Tower at Ohio State as patients, families and medical staff gathered to recognize successful transplants and celebrate Donate Life month.

Every year, the Wexner Medical Center hosts a planting ceremony, centered around planting pinwheels with eight spokes, symbolizing each life one person can save through being an organ donor.

In its 18th year, 13,800 pinwheels were planted at the event on Su...
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Graduate students giving back: CGS’s academic regalia lending library

Commencement is the time-honored tradition, and spectacle, in which graduating master’s and Ph.D. students adorn themselves in robes and regalia to celebrate their achievements.

Yet some don’t attend, not due to lack of interest but because the required clothing is too expensive.

On average, a full Ph.D. set costs just over $1,200, according to last year’s order form, with a Master’s not far behind. Though there are options to rent the ensemble at the university bookstore, the price is not dis...
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From emails to experiments: How undergraduate students can get involved in research

For many students at Ohio State, working in research offers a chance to go beyond the classroom and gain hands-on experience in their fields of study.

However, with all of the different research programs and labs across campus, it can feel overwhelming for students to find a way to get involved.

According to Kaitlyn Lauber, a third-year in chemistry, the first step in getting involved in any research setting is reaching out to professors and study leaders.

Which is exactly what Lauber said sh...
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Epilepsy clinic at Ohio State helps patients navigate risks from family planning and beyond

Epilepsy — a neurological disorder that causes seizures — might not be the first condition that comes to mind when thinking of women’s health, but for many, managing the disorder involves navigating risks that go far beyond seizures.

From the effects seizure medication can have on oral contraceptives to stressors surrounding hormonal shifts throughout different stages of life, epilepsy can be a constant source of anxiety, especially when planning for a family. At Ohio State Wexner Medical Cente...
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DOJ targets Ohio State College of Medicine admissions in civil rights investigation

Ohio State’s College of Medicine is one of three medical schools that now face an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice in a civil rights compliance case.

The investigation is to determine if the admissions department discriminated against applicants because of their race in documents from 2019 to 2026.

The letter, dated March 25, states that a “compliance investigation” will take place over whether the college’s admissions violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI...
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Dean Trevor Brown to be interim executive vice president and provost

Following former Provost Ravi M. Bellamkonda’s presidential promotion, Ohio State announced the dean of the John Glenn College of Public Affairs will be taking on the interim provost role.

Bellamkonda announced in a Monday afternoon email that Trevor Brown will be the interim vice president and provost for the next two years while Ohio State searches for a permanent person.

Brown will step into the role effective immediately, pending Board of Trustees approval, the email said to students, facu...
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Carter met with podcaster in over a dozen meetings, calendar shows

Former Ohio State President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr.’s calendar shows over 15 separate meetings with Krisanthe Vlachos, host of The Callout Podcast and the person believed to be involved in the reasoning behind Carter’s sudden resignation.

The calendar dates from March 1, 2025 to March 9, 2026, which was obtained by The Lantern. The calendar revealed Carter and Vlachos met to discuss events they were attending together, when Carter would be featured on Vlachos’ podcast and general meetings.

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Bellamkonda vs. Carter: A comparison of the presidents’ contracts

New Ohio State President Ravi Bellamkonda will make nearly 30 percent more to start than his predecessor, under a contract approved by the Board of Trustees Wednesday.

Bellamkonda was named Ohio State’s 18th president, following Walter “Ted” Carter Jr.’s unexpected resignation. Carter stepped down over the weekend after disclosing an “inappropriate relationship” with an individual who was pursuing public resources, according to previous Lantern reporting.

The individual is suspected to be Kris...
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Album review: ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally’ falls short of the rest of Harry Styles’ discography

Harry Styles made his return to the music scene, releasing his fourth studio album “Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally” Friday.

Styles rose to fame in 2010 as a member of the hit boy band, One Direction. After the group’s split in 2015, Styles went on to launch his solo career with his self-titled debut album in 2017.

Styles took the world by storm with the hit “Watermelon Sugar” off his sophomore album “Fine Line,” which peaked at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in Aug. 2020. He released hi...
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Strauss survivors protest outside and attend Board of Trustees meeting, lasting 12 minutes

The Ohio State Board of Trustees meeting was adjourned Thursday after Dr. Richard Strauss survivors, members of the Ohio Nurses Association and Columbus residents protested Les Wexner’s affiliation with the university and called for some board members to resign.

Around 20 protestors arrived outside the Longaberger Alumni House at noon, an hour before the meeting was scheduled to begin. During the meeting, which lasted 12 minutes, university President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. also addressed calls...
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COSI named nation’s best science museum for the sixth consecutive year

Columbus’s Center of Science and Industry, also known as COSI, was awarded USA Today’s 10 Best Award as the best science center in the nation.

This is the sixth year the museum has received the award, and second in a row in first place, after coming back from No. 2 in 2024.

“Being named the best science museum in the nation for the sixth time is both an honor and a responsibility,” Josh Sarver, the chief experience officer and senior vice president of experiences and operations, said in an ema...
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Waiting for a donor: What goes into organ transplants and donations at Ohio State

Three days a week, Ed Kottenstette sits through dialysis treatment, watching his blood filter through a machine that does the work his kidneys no longer can.

Kottenstette spends over 12 hours a week receiving treatment. Until a donor is found, this will be his routine for the foreseeable future.

For now, every session is a reminder of the same reality: there is no guaranteed timeline, and every day is a waiting game.

“In our area, I tell people around a four-year wait time to get a deceased o...
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Album Review: Mumford & Sons’ “Prizefighter” steps into feature-heavy work for sixth studio album

Less than a year after their return to the music scene, Mumford & Sons released their sixth studio album, “Prizefighter,” Friday.

The album takes more of a collaborative stance, with features from Chris Stapleton, Hozier, Gigi Perez and Gracie Abrams all having credits on tracks. Behind the scenes, big names such as Aaron Dessner and Brandi Carlile worked on producing the album.

The album finds itself in the middle of their folk style — made popular by hit songs “Little Lion Man,” “I Will Wait...
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