Amplifying girl power
From synchronized swimming to a Girl Scouts CEO, Tammy Hunt Wharton ’91 has always been a champion for girls and now, STEM. The Summer 2024 issue also looked at the physics lab Nobel winner Pierre Agostini helped build and how we care for students’ mental health.
Dr. Mawada Osman and the power of seeing
Inspired by professors and her immigration experience, this compassionate optometrist teaches students to care for the needy.
Originally from Ghana, he’s building a Buckeye legacy
Wise beyond his years, junior Prince Amoako sees his life in a Hale Hall statue. “I see the hard times as lessons,” he says.
5 early influences who helped define Archie’s ethos
The only two-time Heisman Trophy winner has used his life to help others. So we asked Archie Griffin who inspired him.
Buckeye spirit is transforming health care in Ohio
In a Q&A, CEO John J. Warner shares how the Wexner Medical Center is determined to improve care, research and education.
First Black pilot at a big U.S. airline? He was a Buckeye
David E. Harris ’57 not only broke barriers, he was an all-around great guy—and credited those who came before him.
Scarlet, gray and OK
Ohio State has been expanding mental-health services for students. The result: more Buckeyes who can chase their dreams.
Sympathy for the villain? Matthew Grizzard explains
The associate professor answers alumni questions about why we actually like some bad guys — and what it says about us.
This student found she could, thanks to Ohio State
Studying abroad changed Ariana Winbush, who grew up with an explorer’s heart but expectations to never travel far.