Summer 2026
Following an example set by his Buckeye parents, Gen Z director Justen Turner ’24 is breaking barriers in the film industry—and opening doors for other Ohio creatives.
Just a hop, skip and a jump from the ’Shoe, a 261-acre living laboratory is growing food, innovation and a crop of students steeped in tech, research and opportunity.
After a Florida jailing and help from Woody Hayes, this football champ and friends traded stories with the iconic author.
Tuskegee Airman Harold H. Brown went on to become a visionary education leader who strengthened the two-year college system.
The beloved tuba professor and two-time alum urged students to imagine boldly, play lyrically and trust their own ideas.
Otis Winston ’97 turned Buckeye records into an acting career, while son Reign balances high jump and film.
With college degrees in social work, business and education, our president’s wife believes leadership starts with community.
From a Star Trek-worthy chamber to athlete wearables, innovation is changing how teams train, rest and stay ready now.
A campus psychologist donated pinball machines to spark presence, play and belonging at Mansfield’s Electric Playground.
From tear gas to toast rituals, Buckeyes recall the strange, surprising truths they absorbed in college—and still cite today.
Eric Bretschneider ’07 found home and purpose behind the counter, shaping memories for countless Ohio State students.
Michael Cressman ’09 MS, ’14 PhD shares tips on smoke, heat and tools that help cooks move from good meals to standouts.
The Ohio State alum leads water fitness classes, lifts neighbors’ spirits and shows how steady activity fuels long lives.
Our president is a devoted reader, gifted teacher, startup founder, sports fan, dog dad. You might see him with a racket.
Laura Kissel ’83 shaped Ohio State’s Byrd Center archives, ending her career with a Thompson Library exhibition.
Built by Buckeyes, the autonomous craft grew from a global challenge into a lab-based testbed for medical delivery research.
Ohio State is scaling active-learning spaces to boost connection, grades and confidence in early science courses today.
Richard Prass ’73 blended medicine, music and invention, leaving a quiet legacy felt by patients, family and Buckeyes.
Auditor for 5 decades, he shaped modern Columbus and modeled ethics, fiscal care and respect that crossed political lines.
Ohio State’s Barnett Center blends creative practice with contracts, collaboration and guidance for sustainable work.
Catherine Gerzina Kowalski ’85 shares her family’s sweet tradition in a cookbook made by Buckeyes for Buckeyes.
An Ohio State expert shares clothing, repellent and removal tips to lower exposure when spending time outdoors.
Two alumni reflect on discovering Pelotonia early and finding connection, purpose and hope through the years at Ohio State.
With the nation’s top Fulbright total, 25 Buckeye professors since 2024 reflect a culture that encourages impact globally.
‘Sweet Talk’ author Stephanie Vaughn ’65, ’67 MA guided generations at Cornell, offering attention, warmth and room to grow.
Glenn College Assistant Professor Victor St. John talks about finding love on Netflix’s reality dating show “Love Is Blind.”