News and Notes

Ohio State University President Kristina M. Johnson and her wife, Veronica Meinhard, joined a team of university volunteers to serve an early Thanksgiving dinner to students, faculty and staff Wednesday at the Ohio Union.

As we enter this season of gratitude, Veronica and I are so thankful to be part of a community like ours. As Buckeyes, we have faced challenges, celebrated great successes and shown remarkable resilience. Ohio State is truly a special place because of your hard work and dedication.

Ohio State’s Shared Values clearly and unequivocally establish our university community’s collective commitment to excellence and impact; diversity and innovation; inclusion and equity; care and compassion; and integrity and respect. There is no room for hate in our home. The university is where we work and live – and we will not tolerate violations of the values, principles and behaviors that constitute the Shared Values we agree to uphold when we become part of Ohio State.

With the holiday season approaching and the end of the semester nearly in sight, we have much to be thankful for at Ohio State. Our success in academics, research, operations, service, clinical care, and talent and culture continues to increase thanks to your passionate dedication and hard work.

Ohio State President Kristina M. Johnson joined U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, university leaders, faculty, students, and government and industry partners to announce that the university will establish and operate a new testing center to support the deployment of zero-emission and low-emission public transportation buses. The project is supported by a $26.5 million investment from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration.

Michael V. Drake, Ohio State University’s 15th president, returned to the Columbus campus with former first lady Brenda Drake to witness the unveiling of his new presidential portrait. Ohio State President Kristina M. Johnson helped welcome them back.

The Timashev Family Music Building was officially dedicated on Sunday, October 23. Celebrations for the new space included remarks from President Kristina M. Johnson and School of Music Director Michael Ibrahim, as well as performances from four School of Music groups: the wind symphony, the symphony orchestra, the jazz ensemble and the university’s choirs.

Fall is a time for tradition, reflection and gratitude. As we move deeper into the autumn semester, I am thrilled by the continuous success and excellence reflected in all of you!