- Bringing more doctors to rural areas
The Community Medicine medical degree track was launched to expand medical education and training infrastructure into mid-size and rural communities at a time when data from the National Institutes of Health reveals that while nearly 20% of Americans live in rural areas, only 10% of physicians practice there.
- Ohio State’s 4-H mobile classroom brings STEAM to youth
The 4-H Mobile Classroom is more than just a vehicle for education — it’s a catalyst for change.
- Letting a partnership bloom
Ohio State President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. highlighted the longstanding partnership between Ohio State and Green Circle Growers when he visited the business during his tour of northeast Ohio.
- Encouraging kids to shoot for the stars
Caitlin O’Brien's lifelong passion for space led her to study astronomy, astrophysics and physics at Ohio State. With help from the President's Buckeye Accelerator, the 2023 graduate now leads Solstice Outreach, a program that uses immersive planetarium shows to reach kids with limited access to STEM experiences.
- Providing mentorship through Community Connectors
For almost two years, Avani Pham ’26 has been a friendly and supportive figure for a new American family as they adjust to life in Columbus. Her work with Community Connectors at Ohio State has taught her much about the value of involvement, mentorship and friendship.
- Statewide Impact Report (PDF)
Founded as a land-grant institution in 1870, The Ohio State University was created to expand access to higher education beyond the wealthy, enable its students to explore a broad array of subjects, and produce graduates who had not only acquired knowledge, but who had learned how to apply it. Learn more about this work through Ohio State's 2022-23 Statewide Impact Report.
