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Investiture and a vision for Ohio State's future

During his investiture address, President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. called on the Buckeye community to develop a 10-year strategic plan that builds on the university's expectation of excellence.
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The Investiture of Walter "Ted" Carter Jr. 17th President

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All Sides with Amy Juravich

WOSU – Ohio State President Ted Carter joins All Sides for an hour-long conversation about how Senate Bill 1 will reshape higher education in Ohio, enrollment, federal funding, what’s next with DEI and more.
April 3, 2025
President Carter at the 2024 Rock Ceremony on Ohio State's Oval
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Memorial service recognizes Ohio State veterans

Ohio State News — A 38-year career in the U.S. Navy highlights Walter “Ted” Carter Jr.’s commitment to service over self. The Ohio State University president led the annual Rock Ceremony at the Oval today as a veteran to honor fellow Buckeye veterans who gave their lives in the service of others.
November 6, 2024
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Ohio State president wants the university to offer a “pathway for every single student” in the state by 2035

Signal Cleveland — Enrolling more than 65,400 students, Ohio State is one of the largest universities in the country. And if new university president Walter “Ted” Carter’s plans come to fruition, those numbers will only grow.
October 18, 2024

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