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History, reclaimed
Archaeologist Bradley Lepper ’79 MA, ’86 PhD has devoted his life to understanding and celebrating the unsung wonders of the Hopewell culture. The rest of the world is finally catching up.

Ohio State initiative aims to help community improve brain health
The Ohio State University Cognitive Health in Late Life (CHILL) Lab has launched an initiative encouraging Ohioans to adopt lifestyle changes to improve their brain health. The program, based in…

Using Shakespeare to unlock blocks in children with autism
Around the circle, children with autism and Ohio State students tap their hearts to a beat, singing, He-llo~, He-llo~, He-llo~.
Names are incorporated: He-llo~ Matthew… He-llo~ Malik.
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The alumna behind downtown’s most exciting advances
Department of English alumna Amy Edwards Taylor has been a “driving force” for Columbus Commons, Scioto Mile and the national veterans museum. And she’s not done yet.

Ohio State Energy Partners grants support projects in the arts and sciences
Ohio State Energy Partners (OSEP), the university’s comprehensive energy management partnership, has announced its 2025-2026 grant recipients. Awardees include Nicole Karn in the Department of…

Kevin McClatchy uses supporting role to help kids
The actor, associate professor and Ohio State’s 2024–25 artist laureate taps his theatrical talents (and Shakespeare’s poetry) to inspire children with autism and veterans.

A drum beat brings renewed joy
Drumming for Wellness unites Ohio State students and people with Parkinson’s.

Community Connectors: Terron Banner
Community Connectors is a monthly series highlighting Ohio State staff members who have shown leadership in partnering with our communities to make an impact. Terron Banner is the Manager of…

Intergenerational workshops help children showcase heritage through book series Bigger Than Me: My Story, My Culture
A local intergenerational workshop series is helping children in central Ohio connect with their history by writing self-published books that tell stories of their unique heritage.
The…