Washington, D.C. Alumni Club - About
About
We are one of the largest Buckeye communities outside of Ohio.
Our Mission
Throughout the year, we hold numerous events to enrich the personal and professional lives of Buckeyes in D.C. We also strive to give back to our local community through service and the funding of scholarships for the next generation of students. Above all, our goal is to foster a welcoming environment where all alumni can grow and strengthen their connection to our alma mater.
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Membership with The Ohio State University Alumni Club of Washington, D.C. combines the hustle and bustle of our nation’s capital with Midwestern camaraderie. Your membership helps you stay connected to other Buckeye faithful in the greater Washington area. Join today.
Complete our listserv signup to begin receiving our Buckeye Bits e-Newsletter!
Have you ever wanted to make an impact as an Ohio State alum, but didn’t know how? Join the Board and help promote Ohio State in the Washington, D.C. area! Complete the nomination form and email to president@osudc.org.
Are you looking for a fun way to socialize and mingle with fellow Buckeye alums? Look no further than our intramural alumni sports leagues! We play softball in the spring/summer, flag football in the fall, volleyball in the winter, and bowling in fall/winter.
Email athletics@osudc.org if you're interested in playing with us or have questions.
Meet up with local Buckeyes throughout the year at one or more of our club-hosted opportunities. Explore our events calendar to find something that suits you best!
As a graduate of Ohio State, you play a major role in our recruitment efforts. We truly appreciate your commitment, your Buckeye spirit, and your willingness to represent Undergraduate Admissions at college fairs and student events throughout the D.C. area.
To express your interest in volunteering for our recruitment efforts, please email us at recruitment@osudc.org or sign up to become a BAR volunteer.
General information, feedback and suggestions
- The Washington, D.C. Alumni Club at alumni@osudc.org.
Buckeye Game Day
- Turner Dilley and Alex Temple at gameday@osudc.org.
Club Membership
- Alex Temple at membership@osudc.org.
Intramural Athletics
- Renita Upshur at athletics@osudc.org.
Scholarships
- India Harris-Jones at scholarships@osudc.org.
Student Recruitment
- Jenn Rubenstein at recruitment@osudc.org.
Advertising/sponsorship (Buckeye Bits e-Newsletter or OSUDC website)
- The Washington, D.C. Alumni Club at advertising@osudc.org.
We were the OSUAA 2021, 2022 and 2023 Club of the Year!
This award is given to one club who exemplifies the mission of The Ohio State University Alumni Association and university as a whole, with volunteer efforts that exceed expectations and excel in all areas. OSUDC is the first club to be awarded Club of the Year three times consecutively (2021, 2022, 2023). Congratulations to the OSUDC Board and membership for this outstanding honor!
We are recognized as an "Outstanding" Alumni Club!
We are proud to have achieved Scarlet Status as an Outstanding Alumni Club again in 2023! The Board of Governors and our various committees are here to keep YOU, the Ohio State alumni community in the Washington, DC region, connected to Ohio State and to each other.
Club Officers
Officers in The Ohio State University Alumni Club of Washington, D.C. serve a one-year term and are elected at our spring banquet. To express your interest in joining the Board, download and complete our nomination form.
Turner Dilley, ’21Vice President | |
India Harris-Jones, ’08Secretary | Nick Balog, ’16Treasurer |
Board Members 2024 – 2025
Jenn Rubenstein, ’04
Alex Temple, ’16
Renita Upshur, ’08, ’09