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Arts and Sciences experts discuss Russian invasion of Ukraine
After several weeks of rising tension, Russia invaded Ukraine during the early hours of Thursday, Feb. 24, launching airstrikes to destroy military infrastructure and deploying tanks and…

Q&A faculty spotlight: Danielle Marx-Scouras
Danielle Marx-Scouras is a professor of French in the Department of French and Italian. Her area of expertise involves contemporary French and Francophone (Maghreb, Quebec, ethnic minorities…

Ten Arts and Sciences experts take stage at TEDxOhioStateUniversity event
Every spring semester, TEDxOhioStateUniversity hosts an event featuring Ohio State students, faculty, staff and alumni who leverage their…

Mountain-climbing veteran studying history, promoting mental health
Mike Fairman, a history undergraduate student, atop Aconcagua, the highest mountain in South America.
This story discusses issues of mental health…

Beverly Moss continues to make an impact with community writing
The immense dedication Beverly Moss has expressed for community writing over more than three decades has earned her the 2021 Distinguished Engaged Scholar in Community Writing Award from…

Speech and hearing science student works at intersections of advocacy
Jaiden Blancaflor was surprised to learn that, in a way, he’s indecisive.
In the five years since he started working in social…

Jules Verne Writing Residency brings Michaël Ferrier to Ohio State
Michaël Ferrier has been to the United States before, but he’s never been to the Midwest.
When Ferrier, a French writer and professor based in Tokyo, lands in Columbus on Thursday for a…

Sessa awarded National Endowment for the Humanities grant
Kristina Sessa, a professor in the Department of History, was awarded a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grant, which recognizes and supports humanities initiatives, innovative digital…

Ring in the New Year with Arts and Sciences faculty's books from 2021
Whether you’re looking for your next favorite book or just want to show some support to Arts and Sciences faculty, we have some great suggestions for your next read. On this list, you’ll find a…