Summer Reading Bingo Challenge for adults and teens

Once you have completed reading a book, you can mark off up to two squares on your board. Each completed line (horizontal, vertical and diagonal) will earn one raffle entry, for a total of 12 possible raffle entries. The center space is “free”. You can also SKIP one category. 

The reading challenge starts on June 1, 2025, and ends on August 31, 2025. Books should be started and completed during this time in order to count for squares in the challenge. 

You may count up to two categories/squares per book. For instance, if you read Life of Pi by Yann Martel, you could mark off “Classic novel” and “Published 25 years ago.”

The categories are designed to inspire you to try new things and be creative. They are not restrictive. Please choose books in the spirit of the category but read what works for your personal interpretation. Example: For “Recommended by a Buckeye reader”, you could choose a book recommend by anyone in the reading challenge, from Ohio, an alum or someone who self-identifies as a Buckeye. Having fun and enjoying reading is the goal!

You can submit your board electronically or via mail:

1. Submit an electronic form at go.osu.edu/summerbingo
2. Mail your board and reading log (original or copy) to: 

Longaberger Alumni House
Attn: Reading Bingo Challenge
2200 Olentangy River Road
Columbus OH 43210

Please ensure it is postmarked by September 4, 2025. 

We encourage you to join our Facebook community. This busy community is a great place to find book recommendations and tips! 

Yes, anyone can continue to register through June 30, 2025, and you will receive the digital download for the challenge. 

Winners will be able to choose from a selection of Ohio State-themed prizes including reading accessories and other items! 

The prize drawing will be held on September 15, 2025. Winners will be notified via email. Prizes will be mailed to the address submitted during registration, unless otherwise requested.