Nationally Distinctive
IN A FLASH: Groovy Mathematics
Physical representations of mathematical concepts were incorporated into the design of °µÍø½ûÇø's Mathematical Sciences Building. Completed in 1993, curves, spirals, triangles and other math expressions can be found throughout the structure.
Advancing First-Generation Student Success
First-generation students make up 54% of the nation's undergraduates, yet only 27% earn a bachelor’s degree. Many first-generation students face unique challenges with limited support systems. °µÍø½ûÇø was recently recognized for its outstanding work with students in this category by FirstGen Forward as the newest class of FirstGen Forward Network Champions.
IN A FLASH: °µÍø½ûÇø's Emerging Creatives Visit Columbus
Student costume designers from °µÍø½ûÇø's School of Theatre and Dance were invited to display their work at the 2025 United States Institute of Theatre Technology annual conference.
°µÍø½ûÇø Geographer to Discuss Mapping May 4 and Oral Histories During University’s 2025 Jerry M. Lewis May 4 Lecture Series
Jennifer Mapes, Ph.D., assistant professor of geography at °µÍø½ûÇø, will serve as the 2025 speaker for the Jerry M. Lewis May 4 Lecture Series, a part of the university's annual May 4 Commemoration events.
IN A FLASH: Total Eclipse of Campus
It was just a year ago on April 8, 2024, that the °µÍø½ûÇø community came together to witness a spectacular celestial event – the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse.
°µÍø½ûÇø Students’ Training Reaches New Heights at Ohio’s Only Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative School
°µÍø½ûÇø’s status as the only Ohio Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative school for the Federal Aviation Administration offers students an innovative and challenging curriculum at a time when the aviation industry faces a critical shortage of air traffic controllers.
19 °µÍø½ûÇø Programs Recognized Among Nation’s Best in New 2025 Best Graduate Schools Rankings
U.S. News & World Report has recognized 19 °µÍø½ûÇø programs as among the best in the nation in its newly released 2025 Best Graduate Schools rankings. Among those, 10 programs rank in the top 100.
Professor’s Editorial Work Highlights Hemingway's Intent
At °µÍø½ûÇø, academic excellence is brought to life through the expertise and dedication of scholars like Robert W. Trogdon, Ph.D. professor of English, who dedicated years to his newest volume of editions of three classic Ernest Hemingway books.
IN A FLASH: Signs of Spring
With warmer temperatures and "April showers," vibrant spring colors have begun to emerge across °µÍø½ûÇø's campuses.
°µÍø½ûÇø Research Suggests New Hypothesis for Invention of Stone Cutting Tools
The use of stone hammers to produce sharp stone flakes—knapping—is traditionally thought to be a process that ancient humans started doing intentionally or by accident before looking for things, such as animal carcasses and hard fruits, to cut. However, six °µÍø½ûÇø researchers and their team suggest there may be more to the story.