Stories

Read stories about the people, research, and impact of The Ohio State University.

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‘Inspirational’ summers working with NASA

Ally Rice’s Ohio State research in wearable antennas led to NASA collaborations, inspiring her work on astronaut health and Earth-based medical applications, ultimately shaping her career.
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Students talk about top-tier internships

Ohio State students gained transformative, career‑shaping experiences through internships at Pfizer, the Institute for the Study of War and JPMorgan Chase, discovering new passions, strengthening networks and expanding their professional horizons.
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Designing her own path

Designer Tovah Kaiser traces her path from Philadelphia to Ohio State, where architecture, entrepreneurship, and Columbus’s creative community shaped the skills and confidence that led her to launch her studio, Tov Creative.
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Welcome to Ohio State's Class of 2030!

New Ohio State students often ask about majors, affordability, dining, involvement, campus life, safety, academics, and support. The university offers extensive options, resources, and guidance to help every student thrive and find their place.
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Four reasons you should be Buckeye Bound

Ohio State offers unmatched academic breadth, a welcoming community, hands‑on experiences, strong career preparation and the opportunities of vibrant Columbus — helping students find their path, their people and their future as Buckeyes.
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Stepping out of his comfort zone and into his future

Anthony Dujmovic transformed pandemic setbacks into purpose, gaining hands‑on research experience, mentoring support and life‑changing insight while helping adults with disabilities — ultimately earning entry into Ohio State’s elite DPT/Ph.D. program.