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Kristy Mount Staats, president of the Stadium Scholarship Alumni Society

The soul of the ’Shoe

When it comes to the history of Ohio Stadium, Kristy Mount Staats ’82, ’84 MA could tell you some stories. And while students no longer live in the ’Shoe, she makes sure the tradition of the stadium scholars lives on.

As president of the Stadium Scholarship Alumni Society, Staats is always busy — planning events, sharing stories and most of all, promoting leadership skills and Buckeye traditions.

Planting a path for growth

Thanks to support from Ohio State and research partners, Prof. Deanna Wilkinson is using the power of gardening to connect with inner-city youth.

Philanthropic couple makes a transformative gift

Sandy and Andy Ross have committed an astounding $5 million to WOSU public media, the largest gift in WOSU’s history. Their generous gift will lay the groundwork for WOSU’s new headquarters in the 15th and High University District.