News and Notes

Hiroyuki Fujita, chair of The Ohio State University Board of Trustees, sent an update to the campus community about the search for the university’s 17th president.

The threat of rain did not stop graduates of The Ohio State University from celebrating their achievements at the spring 2023 commencement Sunday. In fact, the weather – rain and wind broken by beautiful sun – provided a metaphor for the triumphs and tribulations faced by the class of 2023.

With the end of the semester and finals in sight, I want to take a moment to reflect on the many successes of Buckeyes this academic year.

Public interest attorney and best-selling author Bryan Stevenson will deliver the commencement address at The Ohio State University’s spring 2023 ceremony. The university expects to issue more than 12,000 degrees and certificates to graduates on May 7 in Ohio Stadium.

Despite the cold weather, I know there is great excitement for warmer days ahead and the opportunities the remainder of this semester holds. There is much to accomplish and much to discover in these coming weeks, and I thank you for doing your part to support our Ohio State community.

The Ohio State University and the Big Ten community were so deeply saddened to hear the news about the death of Rebecca M. Blank, former president-elect and professor of economics at Northwestern University.

A historic, $110 million gift from the Timashev Family Foundation to The Ohio State University will establish the Center for Software Innovation, expanding opportunities for students in entrepreneurship and advancing education in software innovation, product management, sales and marketing.

Delivered during the public session of The Ohio State University Board of Trustees meeting on Thursday, February 16, 2023.