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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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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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Ohio State student dies in car crash on I-71 Columbus’ North Side

An Ohio State student died in a car crash on I-71 on Columbus’s North Side early Thursday morning.

Police said the crash occurred at 2:10 a.m. north of Morse Road on I-71 North, according to The Columbus Dispatch. Ashton Krick, a rising third-year aerospace engineering student at Ohio State, was driving north when he went off the side of the road, hitting the base of a raised pedestrian walkway, the report said.

Krick was pronounced dead at the scene. It is unknown why Krick went off the road....
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University reaches $100 million settlement with nearly 300 Strauss survivors

The Ohio State University board of trustees voted to settle with the remaining plaintiffs in the ongoing Richard Strauss lawsuit, and will pay $100 million to end the years-long case.

The resolution was added to the agenda before the meeting on June 3, and is speculated to be the final settlement in the suit, which was originally opened in 2018, according to a university website.

“Ohio State and 279 of the 280 individual remaining Richard Strauss survivors involved in the pending litigation ha...
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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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Plagues, Power, and Politics: How the Evolution of Biological Warfare has Shaped Foreign Landscapes

When asked to describe a weapon, most people will gravitate towards items like guns, knives, bombs, and nuclear devices. But what often slips under the radar are biological weapons: disease-causing, microscopic things that can have more widespread effects than any machete. From the medieval Black Plague era to recent cases of investigation in Las Vegas, biological threats have evolved alongside human society — shifting from naturally occurring outbreaks manipulated during conflicts to highly stu...
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From Australia to Vanuatu: The Pacific Islands Forum and Its Impacts on the World Stage

When people think of global organizations, the first ones to come to mind include the United Nations (UN), the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Bank, and potentially others like the European Union (EU) or the African Union (AU). Yet at the same time, hundreds of other institutions are ignored, disregarded, and flat-out forgotten about, regardless of their impact on global discussions and initiatives.One of those groups often pushed to the side is the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF). The PI...
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Seoul Searching: The Struggle for Gender and Sexuality Equality in South Korea

When people think of other countries’ political stances, they often view South Korea as a generally left-leaning, decently progressive country. Which they are, in some areas. South Korea is one of the world’s most technologically advanced countries, with citizens and the government embracing cutting-edge technology daily and pioneering research in high-speed internet and artificial intelligence. Not to mention how the country views esports: not as an after-school hobby, but as a professional car...
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Censorship or Death-orship: Protecting the Freedom of Expression for Journalists

We are living in a time where several regions of the world are experiencing ongoing violence, such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the war in Gaza. Rising tensions between countries like China and Taiwan, and other countries like Lebanon becoming involved in the violence of the Middle East, only make the situation worse. There are also hundreds of events that occur across the world every day, ranging from political updates to the latest news on Hollywood’s favorite couples.Figure 1. Frank Mas...

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Sen. Fetterman visit brings candid conversation on politics, mental health

Sitting on the bimah of Columbus Torah Academy’s sanctuary, Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman spoke candidly on growing up in the Keystone State, his journey with mental health and experience in public service, all while standing firm on his own moral compass, rather than political pressure.

Fetterman, a member of the Democratic party, was the keynote speaker at Columbus Community Kollel’s Semi-Annual Celebration on April 19. Previous event speakers have been The Ohio State University football Hea...
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Righteous Among the Neighbors: Meg Frank, teacher of Jewish history

The LIGHT Education Initiative is a local organization that wants to inspire, prepare, and empower students for leadership roles in Holocaust, genocide, and human rights education, remembrance, and advocacy. LIGHT works in schools where students collaborate to counter identity-based violence and discrimination, antisemitism and hate speech.LIGHT coordinators are the teachers who step up to do this work, teachers like Riverside Beaver County School District’s Meg Frank.For Frank, many of her stud...