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What makes campus home

Take one last stroll down memory lane on your way to the cap and gown.

A group of people standing outdoors with arms raised overhead, forming shapes with their hands, with trees in the background.
Date
Apr 27 - May 11, 2026
Cost
Free
Location

Virtual

Event description

Take one last victory lap around campus, on your schedule. What makes campus home? is a self-guided, interactive walking tour that invites students to revisit the places that shaped their Ohio State story, check in at iconic campus sites and soak up the nostalgia leading up to commencement.

From beloved landmarks like the Oval and Mirror Lake, to The Shoe and Longaberger Alumni House, you’ll unlock quick, engaging blurbs and renewed campus pride at every stop — perfect for doing with friends or as a solo stroll down memory lane.

How does it work?

Check-ins are completed using your phone’s GPS technology and each check-in counts as one entry to win.

Prizes

One lucky student will receive a diploma frame, and 10 additional winners will receive an Ohio State prize pack for making the most of those final campus moments. Complete the challenge for your chance to win!

Cost

Registration for the tour is free on Bandwango.

Questions

Please contact Carly Wood at wood.1605@osu.edu.