University News
10 Questions With Wendy Patton, Director of the Columbus Program in State Issues
As the director of the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Columbus Program in State Issues, Wendy Patton sets students up for valuable experience and future success in public policy. A 35-year career in state and local government – including 15 years with Policy Matters Ohio – prepared Patton to teach about public policy and state government in Ohio. She’s looking forward to helping students find career interests that can make a difference on the local, state and federal level. Learn more about Patton’s experience that led her to this role as she answers these 10 questions.
Governor Appoints Haley Dees to ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Board as New Undergraduate Student Trustee
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed Haley Dees of Lisbon, Ohio, to the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Board of Trustees as an undergraduate student trustee. Dees’ two-year term runs through May 16, 2024.
The Flying Flashes Win the 45th Annual Air Race Classic
On Monday, June 27, the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï College of Aeronautics and Engineering community welcomed Team 52, the Flying Flashes, back from the 45th Annual Air Race Classic.
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï’s Wick Poetry Center and Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus Partner to Save Lives and Preserve Culture
The will hold on Saturday, June 25 at 7 p.m. at Severance Music Center.
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Receives Positive Bond Ratings With Stable Outlooks
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï administrators are good stewards with university money based in part on a strong financial profile and solid managers, according to two new credit ratings.
Governor Names Christian Palich to ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Board of Trustees
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed Christian Palich of Plain City, Ohio, to the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Board of Trustees. Palich will serve through May 16, 2031. Palich earned his bachelor’s degree in political science in 2009 from ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State.
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State President Todd Diacon Announces Annual Faculty, Staff Award Recipients
They have gone above and beyond to keep ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï moving forward during the pandemic, and now they are being honored for their dedication and hard work. ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State President Todd Diacon recently notified nine faculty members and 14 staff members that they have received special awards for their work and service.
George and Gina Jenkins Establish Student-Athlete Scholarship With $1 Million Planned Gift
George L. Jenkins, a 1963 graduate of ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï, and his wife, Gina, of Scottsdale, Arizona, have pledged $1 million to create the Gina and George Jenkins Student-Athlete Scholarship Fund that will support student-athletes in any varsity athletics program or team sponsored by ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Receives New Collegiate Purple Star Designation
The designation recognizes schools that show a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military.
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Raises $65,000 in Scholarship Support to Celebrate 112th Birthday and First Day of Giving
The first-ever Day of Giving raised needed funds from more than 350 alumni, friends and partners in just 24 hours. The blue and gold community came together in support of a variety of scholarships as part of the university’s Forever Brighter comprehensive campaign.