Arts and Sciences at Ohio State

How many lawyers does it take to feed a t-rex? Dinosaur enthusiast & Orton Geological Museum curator Dale Gnidovec joined us for That's Not How That Works to answer this & more with his dino-mite insight on the Jurassic Park franchise. #NationalDinosaurDay youtu.be/Yj6D0H10zGg

Team ASC is riding again in @Pelotonia August 1 & 2! We welcome all faculty, staff, students and friends of Ohio State to ride with us. There are new events and options, so whether you’re a rider, a volunteer or a challenger, every role makes an impact. bit.ly/3D13kDT

Prof. Steve MacEachern discusses modern statistics’ growing focus on prediction in platforms like search and e-commerce, contrasts hard-science vs. human-centered data, and outlines current research challenges driven by AI and massive predictor sets. 🔗 podcast.osu.edu/voices-of-exce…

@OhioState is strengthening its growing prominence in quantum science, technology, and education with a $4 million, two‑year Phase II design award from @NSF to advance a national effort focused on next‑generation quantum sensing. @OSUPhysics impact.research.osu.edu/story/ohio-sta…

The transition from high school to college coursework can be a significant adjustment. The college’s supportive, inclusive learning environments addresses this challenge and give students the confidence they need to succeed and reach their full potential. artsandsciences.osu.edu/ascent/ascent-…

Did you know? In general, people who speak more than one language have a better memory, tend to be more creative, possess a strong ability to concentrate, and have a talent for problem-solving. Love of Languages 5K Run/Walk - 9/20 @ 10am - FREE event 🔗 bit.ly/4w6bG72

Ramya Krishna-Govardhan ('26), an international student from Hyderabad, India, came to @OhioState to broaden her perspective and ended up discovering new cultures, opportunities and academic growth beyond her expectations. oia.osu.edu/news/2026/06/1…

For Associate Professor Abby Zbikowski, the classroom is more than a space to push the physicality of dance — it is where the boundaries of dance are explored through the interpretation of contemporary issues. @OSUdance 🔗 artsandsciences.osu.edu/ascent/ascent-… #ASCENT2026

In a new AI-focused class in @OhioStateDesign, students will complete a series of creative projects that cover skills like developing prompts for AI generators, creating thematic atlases and exploring AI frameworks. news.osu.edu/ai-and-generat…

Congrats to Professor Karl Whittington for being awarded a Camargo Foundation Fellowship! He will spend 10 weeks in Cassis, France, as part of a small cohort of seven resident artists and writers, selected from over 1000 international applicants. 🔗 bit.ly/4wf7CRQ

In August, alumna Laura Kissel ’83 will retire as the polar curator at @ByrdPolar. “Laura is the link between ongoing science that’s happening in the Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center and the history of polar exploration." alumnimagazine.osu.edu/story/guardian…

From early discoveries to today’s breakthroughs, the work of Ohio State researchers has improved lives, advanced industries, strengthened communities and became the foundation for the next-generation of startups and technologies. impact.research.osu.edu/legacy?utm_cam…

Congrats to Assistant Professors Alfonso Cervera & Ryan Joyce for receiving Engaged Scholarship Seed Grants! These grants support community-engaged research or projects that address a specific need or problem within the community. @osudance @FRITatOSU 🔗 engage.osu.edu/2026-27-engage…

Catalina Iannone discusses her research and what inspires her inside and outside of the classroom. With a primary focus on Spanish urban spaces and popular culture, her area of expertise has been carefully crafted over the years. @SPPO_OSU 🔗 artsandsciences.osu.edu/ascent/ascent-… #ASCENT2026

ICYMI: Congrats to Assistant Professor Shuai Huang for being awarded the @NSF Faculty Early Career Development Award! The award acknowledges outstanding teacher-scholars who combine innovative research with excellence in education and mentorship. 🔗 molgen.osu.edu/news/nsf-caree…

Orton Geological Museum collections manager and curator Dale Gnidovec (recipient of the ODNR 2025 Cardinal Award) gives @davidstaley8 a tour of the museum, something you can do in person almost any weekday or any time at all online. @osuearthscience 🔗 podcast.osu.edu/voices-of-exce…

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A study led by Professor Dennis Shaffer suggests there is no correlation between athlete performance and the way the NFL values draft positions, challenging long-held beliefs about how teams select new players each year. @OhioStatePsych news.osu.edu/how-nfl-draft-…

4th grade students celebrated the unveiling of a mural they completed together. The mural is a culmination of a five-month project supported by Erase the Space, a local program that connects students and teachers from different schools and backgrounds. news.osu.edu/erase-the-spac…

Going 50 miles per hour down a snowy incline, Akina Kizuka isn’t just balancing her snowboard. She spent her freshman year at Ohio State balancing a professional snowboarding career with her academics as a first-year chemistry major. @OSU_CBC Read more: artsandsciences.osu.edu/news/first-yea…

In May of 2025, the @OhioStateMusic Wind Symphony embarked on a two-week cultural and musical odyssey across Japan. This tour was an opportunity to share music on an international stage and represent Ohio State halfway across the world. #ASCENT2026 artsandsciences.osu.edu/ascent/ascent-…