Ohio State University selects Ravi Bellamkonda as new president with $1.4 million salary
Ohio State appoints Ravi Bellamkonda as president after Ted Carter’s resignation, drawing criticism over transparency and ongoing campus controversies.
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State lawmakers push to expand laws allowing guns on college campuses
Lawmakers in multiple states are revisiting campus carry laws, fueling debate over gun safety, student risk, and the future of firearm restrictions on colleges.
A university president, an inappropriate relationship, $60K podcasts, and another scandal in Ohio
JobsOhio says former Ohio State president Ted Carter helped secure a $60K grant tied to an inappropriate relationship, raising transparency and accountability concerns.
Ohio State University president Ted Carter resigns over ‘inappropriate relationship’
Ted Carter resigned as Ohio State University president Saturday after admitting he gave a woman inappropriate access to university leadership and resources. The Board of Trustees accepted his resignation Monday; no interim president has been named.
Hundreds of Ohio State University students call on university to remove Wexner name from buildings
Students and community members urged Ohio State to remove Les Wexner’s name from campus buildings over his past association with Jeffrey Epstein, citing accountability and justice concerns.
Ohio GOP bill would tie state university funding to compliance with new anti-diversity higher ed law
An Ohio House bill would link university funding to compliance with Senate Bill 1, prompting debate over diversity bans, academic freedom, and state oversight of higher education.
Ohio State University has received nearly 300 requests to remove Wexner name from buildings
Ohio State University has received nearly 300 requests to remove Les Wexner’s name from campus buildings over his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as officials say the matter remains under formal review.
Ohio State University can only recover from its numerous scandals by showing actual integrity
A professor's assault caught on video, Wexner's Epstein ties and the Strauss abuse cases test whether Ohio State leaders will admit fault.
10 Ohio colleges and universities were not in alignment with the science of reading, audit shows
An Ohio audit found 10 college teacher preparation programs out of alignment with the science of reading, prompting warnings from Gov. Mike DeWine as the state pushes literacy reforms.
Ohio U.S. Reps. introduce bipartisan legislation aimed at college student housing insecurity
Ohio and Iowa lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill to let eligible college students use federal housing vouchers for campus housing, aiming to reduce housing insecurity and improve college affordability.
It’s past time for alumni to step up in the fight to defend academic freedom
A Cornell alumnus cites $60 million in Cornell payouts and Ohio's Senate Bill 1, and urges graduates to organize before more schools yield.
State auditor questions more than $17 million in spending at now-closed Ohio community college
A state audit says Eastern Gateway Community College mishandled $17 million in Pell Grant aid and failed basic financial controls before its 2024 closure, prompting ongoing state and federal investigations.
Ohio college students and faculty grappling with changes on campus from new higher education law
Students and faculty across Ohio report chilled speech, reduced diversity resources, and shrinking academic programs as the state’s new higher education law reshapes campus life.
Here’s a look at Ohio preliminary enrollment numbers for public universities and community colleges
Preliminary data show more than 313,000 undergraduates are enrolled at Ohio’s public universities and community colleges this fall, with enrollment holding steady despite new restrictions under Senate Bill 1. The law bans DEI programs, limits faculty rights, and tightens oversight of classroom discussions — prompting concern from educators and students across the state.
Ohio Senate passes higher ed overhaul bill less than a day after eight hours of opponent testimony
The Ohio Senate passed a controversial higher education bill that would overhaul the state’s public universities during Wednesday’s session. This…
More than 800 people submit testimony against Ohio’s massive higher education overhaul bill
Hundreds of college students, university faculty and concerned citizens submitted testimony against a controversial bill that would overhaul higher education…
Heidelberg University climbs in U.S. News and World Report’s 'Social Mobility' rankings
TIFFIN, Ohio — Heidelberg University has once again demonstrated its commitment to student success, particularly for first-generation college students. In…
See where Ohio colleges and universities rank in campus free speech report
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression recently released their fourth annual College Free Speech Rankings. The 11 Ohio colleges…
Concerns over private student loans brought to U.S. Senate panel
WASHINGTON — As private student loan companies take heat over accusations of predatory behavior and deception, members of a U.S.…
Tiffin University unveils new dragon mascot
TIFFIN, Ohio — Tiffin University ushered in a new era of school spirit by unveiling a redesigned dragon mascot Saturday.…
