Audrey J. Coleman

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U.S. Department of Justice accuses Ohio State College of Medicine of admissions discrimination following investigation

The Ohio State University College of Medicine discriminated against white and Asian student applicants, the U.S. Department of Justice announced on Wednesday. The department’s judgment, which Ohio State plans to contest, follows an investigation that began in March.

The DOJ originally filed the civil rights compliance case on March 25, claiming the college violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which restricts discrimination based on race, color or country of origin in any program t...
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A second degree, first job or something in between: Buckeyes decide if grad school is for them

As seniors in high school, students were faced with the decisions of where to apply to school, what major to choose and ultimately where they would spend their undergraduate career.

Now, as upperclassmen, and with graduation creeping closer, students are weighing a similar choice: whether or not they should pursue a graduate degree. With different types of degrees, programs and everything in between, everyone has a different post-grad plan.

Ohio State has over 11,000 graduate students enrolled...
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Sherrod Brown, U.S. Senate candidate, votes in Franklin County on the first day of early voting

United States Senate candidate Sherrod Brown visited the Franklin County Board of Elections Tuesday to cast his vote and speak to those who were present on the first day of early polling for the upcoming election.

Joining a line of around 45 people soon after polls opened, Brown spoke to supporters after turning in his ballot.

“When we got in this race 14 months ago, we decided we couldn’t look back five years from now and not having done this because it’s so important for our country and our...
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Scholarship recipients reflect on community and open communication at Ohio State

Each year, hundreds of students apply for the AbbVie Immunology Scholarship, with hopes of receiving the award.

The scholarship is designed to support students who are living with chronic inflammatory diseases and are pursuing higher education in the United States, per a press release. Students are given the opportunity to renew their scholarships for up to three years of study, or until a bachelor’s degree is earned.

In 2026, two Ohio State students were chosen to receive the scholarship, unb...
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Album Review: Lizzy McAlpine’s fourth studio album, “Angel,” stays true to her sound, a little too much

In her fourth studio album, “Angel,” Lizzy McAlpine departs from her discography’s typical themes of heartbreak and loss while maintaining an all-too-familiar sound.

The soft folk singer-songwriter, best known for stripped-down songs and emotionally complex lyrics, released her long-awaited album Sept. 18 and, with it, continued the pattern of her traditional sounds — stripped-down backings and weighted lyrics.

Some of McAlpine’s most recognizable work includes her debut album “Give Me a Minut...
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Myron Gaines returns to Ohio State, encourages debate on women’s rights, the LGBTQ+ community and religion

Instead of a football field or a porch hangout, Friday night lights shone down on a tent and table with a sign that read “The only right women should have is the 5th. Prove me wrong.”

Myron Gaines, a political speaker and co-host of the “Fresh and Fit” podcast, spoke at the Browning Amphitheater Friday night, returning to the university for his second visit and as a stop for the 2026 leg of his Toxic Masculinity Tour.

Gaines told the Lantern after the event ended that he wanted Ohio State stud...
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State of the University Address: President Bellamkonda’s first recap of Ohio State happenings

Ohio State could have a decision regarding multiple requests to remove billionaire donor Les Wexner’s name from campus buildings by the end of the year, university president Ravi Bellamkonda said.

Bellamkonda shared that information with reporters after delivering his first State of the University Address Thursday.

In a speech with few surprises, Bellamkonda highlighted Ohio State’s commitment to athletics, healthcare and academics, emphasized his desire to remain a “consequential university”...
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Ohio State Moritz College of Law to relocate to historic Huntington building in downtown Columbus

Ohio State’s Moritz College of Law will move from campus to the historic Huntington building in downtown Columbus — located at 17 S. High St. — with the hope of welcoming students in fall 2029.

The university announced the partnership with Huntington Bank Monday at an event in the bank’s historic building downtown. The event followed the Board of Trustees’ approval in June to lease the space for 20 years.

“This place is much more than a building,” university president Ravi Bellamkonda said. “I...
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From memes to memorials: Gen Z learns to navigate Sept. 11 legacy

Twenty-five years ago, the United States was facing the reality of what would become known as the worst terrorist attack in history, both American and worldwide.

With anniversaries, memorials and other tributes to the nearly 3,000 victims of the Sept. 11 attacks, the date in the second week of September becomes more than a typical day. And yet, some people in younger generations spend time poking fun at the attacks, sometimes more often than posting a photo in remembrance.

Using the photo of f...
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President Bellamkonda receives 3% raise, trustees discuss dorm renovations and a new major

The Ohio State Board of Trustees gave the university’s new president a raise and a bonus Thursday, while addressing multiple topics that include a new major within the Salmon P. Chase Center and dorm renovations.

Read below to find out what occurred at the public session.

President Bellamkonda receives a raise

University President Ravi Bellamkonda received both a raise and pay bonus at the meeting. The Board approved a 3% raise — $42,000 — and a $420,000 performance award, pushing Bellamkonda...
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Les Wexner attends medical board meeting for the first time since May 2025

Les Wexner appeared at the Sept. 1 Medical Center Board meeting, after being absent from meetings for over a year, according to previous Lantern reporting.

Wexner announced that he would be stepping down as chair of the medical board on Aug. 20, though he would still remain on the board itself, as stated in a Lantern article. Robert Schottenstein, a former board member and owner of M/I homes, replaced Wexner as president, CEO and chairman.

The only meeting Wexner attended in 2025 was in May. H...
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Two former Ohio State faculty among the missing in Nepal flash flooding

Two former Ohio State faculty members are missing following deadly floods along the Nepal-China border on Aug. 26.

Hanumantha Rao and Vasundhara Unnava, known as Rao and Vasu, are among the many people missing in the area. The flooding was sparked by a glacier collapsing near the northern border shared with China’s Tibet region, according to NBC News.

The pair were both faculty in the Fisher College of Business. After working at the university, the two most recently worked at the University of...
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College Road to close until late October, project set to finish in spring 2027

College Road — the road behind the Ohio Union, campus side, — will be undergoing construction until spring 2027, with updated closures, shifting pedestrian access and updated Campus Area Bus Stops stops. The sidewalks leading to Ohio Union have been affected, pushing foot traffic to different directions as well.

The project began on June 15, according to Ohio State’s Facilities Design and Construction website. The first phase of work closed one lane of traffic on College Road between 12th Avenu...
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New partnerships enter Ohio State Dining Services adding fresher, healthy options

There’s something new cooking inside Sloopy’s Diner — and it’s not just the food.

In preparation for the new school year, Ohio State Dining Services formed a partnership with two new vendors, Blenz Bowls and Hellenic Greek Kitchen, bringing new concepts into Sloopy’s Diner, according to previous Lantern reporting.

Blenz offers build your own acai bowls and smoothies, with an emphasis on fresh fruit flavors and a tropical feel. Including flavors like pineapple, coconut and pitaya, Blenz also of...
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Former President Ted Carter breaks silence to deny legal claims attached to resignation scandal

Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. has denied nearly every claim filed in a lawsuit against him, except for one of the most obvious — that he served as Ohio State University’s president.

Carter also admitted to three other claims in the suit filed by Vet Mentor AI, an app developer that in July claimed the former president intentionally disrupted its business relationships and purposely excluded it from business deals: his resignation date, that he attended a line worker rodeo and that he spoke at it.

He...
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BuckID system launches mobile wallet feature

Ohio State’s BuckID system — the official ID of the university — launched a feature that allows students to add their BuckID to a mobile wallet.

Launched on Tuesday, the new feature functions the same as the physical card, allowing students access to residence halls, dining location payments and entry into other facilities across campus. The card can be added to a student’s preferred mobile wallet platform, such as Apple Wallet and Samsung devices, though not every student is eligible to partic...
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New and improved: Changes coming to Ohio State dining services

Menu changes, more delivery robots and new food options are among several changes Ohio State Dining Services will bring to multiple locations across campus this semester.

Dining Services made several expansions to multiple locations over the summer, bringing in new partners, more choices and renovated spaces. With over 30 locations across campus, students have the opportunity to find a new favorite menu item.

“[The decision was] definitely to appeal to students and to offer students a variety...
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CampusParc to change permit requirements for the 2026-27 year

CampusParc will be changing the rules behind its parking permit system for the upcoming year, requiring users to designate only one active license plate associated with the permit, beginning Aug. 1.

The system will now shift to only allowing one active license plate linked to the account, requiring those with multiple registered plates to switch the status when in use, an email obtained by The Lantern stated.

“Beginning with the 2026-27 permit year that starts on Aug. 1, parking permits will t...
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Ohio State professor involved in journalist assault pleads no contest to reduced charge

An assistant professor at Ohio State caught on video tackling an independent documentarian pleaded no contest to a reduced charge of disorderly conduct Wednesday

Luke Perez’s plea of no contest, according to Ohio Revised Code Section 2937.07, is an admission of the truth of the facts alleged in the case, not a definitive guilty plea. The plea means there will be no trial on an assault charge.

Perez was sentenced to serve a 30-day suspended jail term, two years of probation and associated fines...
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A Buckeye’s guide to campus dining: Fan-favorite locations for incoming freshmen to go to

When arriving on a new campus, stress can stem from navigating the walk between classes, surviving communal bathrooms, and most importantly, where to get the best food from Ohio State Dining.

With over 30 locations across campus, including regional locations, the decision of where to eat first can feel overwhelming. To narrow down some of the options, The Lantern polled current students on some of the best places to go to grab a bite to eat. The polls were collected via Instagram stories, with...
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Judge tightens supervision restrictions on man who plotted university hate crime

A federal judge has ordered additional restrictions on Tres Genco, a self-identified “incel” who pleaded guilty to plotting a hate crime against women at Ohio State in 2020.

The new guidelines, handed down by Judge Susan J. Dlott Thursday, follow a government request made May 26 to remove Genco from his home located two blocks away from campus, according to previous Lantern reporting. His home is within walking distance to the area of most of the university’s sorority and fraternity housing, ac...
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Government seeks to evict man convicted in university hate crime plot from his home, defendant responds

After the Ohio government requested to evict Tres Genco from his home on June 8, his legal team responded on June 17, arguing the request is unnecessary and influenced by emotions, rather than the law.

In 2020, Genco pleaded guilty to plotting a hate crime against women on Ohio State’s campus. He was released from federal prison on April 30. His current home, which he moved into mid-May, sits two blocks away from campus.

“This Court’s decision-making must be guided by the actual facts and the...
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Album Review: Niall Horan releases “Dinner Party,” kicking off the summer music season

Former One Direction star, and now solo artist, Niall Horan released his fourth studio album, “Dinner Party,” on Friday — just in time for summer nighttime listening and the season of weekend road trips.

Horan rose to fame in 2010 after appearing on season seven of “The X Factor,” which led to the formation of One Direction, one of the biggest boy bands of all time. After five albums and hundreds of concerts, the band disbanded in 2015 to pursue solo careers, according to a BBC article.

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Sloopy’s Diner to undergo menu change entering Autumn semester

Campus-favorite Sloopy’s Diner will undergo a menu revamp for the new school year, adding more Mediterranean-styled dishes and smoothies, compared to its current American diner-style food.

Located inside the Ohio Union, Sloopy’s  is known for breakfast foods, like flavored pancakes and eggs, and classic diner options, including burgers, sandwiches and grilled cheese. With dine-in, carry out and GrubHub delivery robot options, the diner had held its ground as a go-to for students.

“Many of the...
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