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Ohio State Scholars Program Honors Pat and Bobby Moser
College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences names scholarships, awards, and enrichment programs in honor of retiring dean and his wife. 9-17-2012
Badly burned horse making progress at Ohio State’s Veterinary Medical Center
The Northstar Equine Emergency Critical Care Fund has been created in honor of this brave horse. Donations to this fund will be used to support equine critical care patients in need of veterinary care and financial support at the Galbreath Equine Center. 9-12-12
Wolstein Foundation commits $4.9 million to Ohio State
Gift supports the Max M. Fisher College of Business and Department of Athletics. 9-7-2012
Tim Smucker and J.M. Smucker Co. commit $1 million to The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University today announced The J.M. Smucker Company and Timothy P. Smucker have committed $1 million to support ongoing research and student success at the university. 8-30-2012
Record number of Ohio State donors give $365 million in 2012
A record 211,000 alumni and friends gave nearly $365 million to The Ohio State University through June 30, 2012, making the last two years of fundraising at Ohio State the most successful in the university's history. 9-14-2012
DICE internships attract top students
The Development Internship for Career Exploration (DICE) pairs Ohio State undergraduate and graduate students interested in public service and non-profit work with fundraising professionals across campus. 8-9-2012
Key commits $1 million in support of Ohio State student leadership initiatives
Keith B. Key, former football player, alumnus, and Foundation Board Director at The Ohio State University, has committed $1 million to the Office of Student Life to support the newly named Keith B. Key Center for Student Leadership and Service located in the Ohio Union. 4-27-2012
Blochs commit $5 million to construction of new James Cancer Hospital
Janis and Michael Bloch recently committed $5 million to the construction of the new Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute, part of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center’s expansion project. 3-15-2012
Ohio State is 10th in fundraising nationally
A new national survey of public and private universities ranks The Ohio State University 10th among public universities in the United States for total private support based on a three-year average, up from 11th last year. Ohio State was also named the top university in Ohio for fundraising. 2-20-2012
$6 million gift to create Lawrence and Isabel Barnett Center for Integrated Arts and Enterprise
Ohio State alumnus and entertainment industry leader Lawrence Barnett has committed $6 million to The Ohio State University’s College of Arts and Sciences to establish the multi-disciplinary Lawrence and Isabel Barnett Center for Integrated Arts and Enterprise and to support extensive renovations to Sullivant Hall. 1-17-2011
Mondas commit $5 million to create study abroad scholarships in Arts and Sciences
Ohio State alumnus and Foundation director Keith Monda and his wife, Linda, have committed $5 million to The Ohio State University College of Arts and Sciences to create the Keith and Linda Monda International Experience Scholarships. 11-29-2011
Ohio State Lima supporters give scholarship donation
Tom and Jean Francis donate $50,000 to establish an endowed scholarship fund for students in Allen County majoring in communications at Ohio State Lima. 11-9-2011
Ohio State honors Nick Swisher with field dedication
The Ohio State baseball program honored Nick Swisher with a field dedication ceremony at the newly-renovated Nick Swisher Field at Bill Davis Stadium. The current Buckeyes, fans and media were on hand to recognize Swisher for his generosity in giving the program $500,000 to help install a new turf field. 11-3-2011
Jeri Block and Robert H. Schottenstein receive Gerlach award
Jeri Block and Robert H. Schottenstein have actively supported The Ohio State University for many years, and have served as exemplary partners in philanthropy and volunteerism. In honor of their long-term dedication to Ohio State, they received the John B. Gerlach, Sr. Development Volunteer Award, along with Cindy and Larry Hilsheimer, on October 27, 2011. 10-30-2011
Wexners receive Reese medal
The Everett D. Reese Medal, established in 1984, is the highest award presented by The Ohio State University to recognize exceptional service in private philanthropy. Abigail and Les Wexner were chosen to receive the 2011 Everett D. Reese Medal in recognition of their history of exemplary service and support. 10-30-2011
Hilsheimers receive Gerlach award
Campaign volunteers Cindy and Larry Hilsheimer have a demonstrated passion for philanthropy, and were recognized for their outstanding work on behalf of Ohio State on October 27 at an Evening of Distinction, where the Hilsheimers were presented with the John B. Gerlach, Sr. Development Volunteer Award, along with Jeri Block and Robert Schottenstein. 10-30-2011
Jodi and Stan Ross fund chair in neuromodulation
Jodi and Stan Ross, co-chairs of the neuroscience campaign committee, got involved with The Ohio State University Department of Neurology after their son was treated there following a racecar accident in 1993, and have been supporters ever since. 10-30-2011
OSU Marion shelter house honors Trella Romine
The dedication of the new shelter house at The Ohio State University at Marion's Larry R. Yoder Prairie Nature Center drew almost 100 people as the university named the structure after long-time supporter Trella Romine. 9-26-2011
Putting education within reach
Students First, Students Now exceeds goal, raises $116 million in student support. 9-7-2011
Ohio State donors break records, fund groundbreaking work
Total fund-raising activity for fiscal year 2011 topped $407.6 million. 9-5-2011
Ohio State community dedicates Remembrance Park
Public space honors alumni-veterans and pays tribute to the 897 Ohio State alumni who have died in service to the country. 9-2-2011
Family affair
Dental hygiene students to benefit from scholarship. 8-8-2011
Raising rankings and giving back
Despite humble beginnings, Moritz College of Law alum excels and shares success with current students. 8-8-2011
Local couple gives back to OSU rehab program
After receiving rehabilitation treatment at The Ohio State University Medical Center for a stroke, Malinda Hanes knew she wanted to give back to the program. She and her husband, Harold Hanes, own H&H Auto Body in Coshocton. They used their skills and resources to modify a 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo for program use and recently donated it to the medical center. Patients will use the vehicle to practice safely getting in and out of a car. 7-30-2011
Ohio State partners with Royal Shakespeare Company
Good night sweet prince. A tale of how Ohio State and the Royal Shakespeare Company bring the Bard to life in a New York theater and in classrooms throughout central Ohio. 7-26-2011
Park National Bank announces million dollar scholarship gift to COTC and Ohio State Newark Next Generation Challenge Scholarship Campaign
Next Generation Challenge will double gift dollars. 7-20-2011
The Ohio State University receives $400,000 grant from Alcoa Foundation to research lightweight, metal-based vehicle structures
Research will contribute to more energy efficient and green vehicle. 7-19-2011
Turneys give $1 million for OSU Medical Center expansion
Sharen and Charles Turney, and their son Matthew, have made a $1 million commitment to support the construction of the new Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute, helping further The Ohio State University’s vision for a cancer-free world. 7-5-2011
Home for Hope auction to be held June 25 at 2 p.m.
The 'Home For Hope' will be auctioned onsite on June 25th at 7173 Cabernet Court, Dublin, Ohio, in the Tartan West subdivision. Auction net proceeds will go to The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute, and the LIVESTRONG Foundation. 6-24-2011
Pelotonia raising money for cancer research
Learn how "Team Buckeye" and thousands of others are participating in Pelotonia 2011 as they look to raise over $10 million for cancer research during this year's ride. 6-23-2011
Siblings give $1 million to Ohio State
In honor of their deceased parents, a brother and sister have pledged $1 million to The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute to create an endowed chair in head and neck cancer research. 6-22-2011
Dance student receives third annual Gee scholarship
Josh Hines from Lancaster, Ohio, accepts award from university president. 6-10-2011
Students First, Students Now provides essential support for Ohio State students
The Students First, Students Now initiative surpassed its initial $100 million goal, and its momentum continues. 5-13-2011
Money problems, not bad grades, cited as primary reason students withdraw from school
According to a recent poll, money problems, not bad grades, are the primary reason college students consider dropping out of school. The Columbus Dispatch reported on this and the dramatically increasing need for student financial aid across the nation, and how Students First, Students Now, is helping ease the burden. 4-26-2011
Ingram family's autism support featured on Big Ten Network's O-H-I-O broadcast
Marci Ingram, along with her husband, Bill, has committed to donating $10 million to The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital to support collaborative ASD research. She is featured on the Big Ten Network’s program O-H-I-O, where she discusses her family’s commitment to supporting autism research. 4-26-2011
Coming to an event near you: The University Foundation Student Ambassadors
New student organization will interact with donors and assist at events. 4-11-2011
Bridging the gap
Like many passions, Marci and Bill Ingram’s heartfelt support for autism research and family resources is rooted in personal experience. The parents of a son with autism, the couple struggled for years to navigate the murky waters of an autism diagnosis to find the best sources of support for their son.
4-4-2011
Impact from the inside out
Retired financial advisor Jole Harmon is a Buckeye fan and supporter of Ohio State many years running. A member of The Ohio State University Foundation Board of Directors since last October, she recently became co-chair of the Athletics Campaign Committee. 4-11-2011
Wexner, Limited Brands make historic $100 million commitment to Ohio State
The $100 million commitment includes $65 million from Leslie Wexner and $35 million from Limited Brands Foundation. The gift will primarily benefit The Ohio State University Medical Center and The Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute. It will also benefit Ohio State’s Wexner Center for the Arts and select other university initiatives. 2-16-2011
Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau Center board room named in honor of Bea Cleveland
Dr. Beatrice J. Cleveland, a legendary 65-year 4-H supporter, advocate, and educator, served for 32 years as a faculty member of The Ohio State University Extension, including many years in the state 4-H office. 2-14-2011
Leading autism researchers connected by new Ingram fund
Ingram family committed to donating $10 million to The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital to support collaborative autism spectrum disorder research. 1-11-2011
President Obama signs an extension to the IRA Charitable Rollover
New federal provision allows outright charitable gifts up to $100,000 to be distributed directly from IRA to a qualifying charity with no income tax owed. 12-21-2010
Virginia Homes breaks ground on "Home for Hope"
Sale proceeds will be donated to The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute, LIVESTRONG Foundation. 12-3-2010
Ohio State: A great adventure
Couple has been tied to the university for more than 50 years, first as students, now as volunteers and donors. 11-24-2010
A Buckeye in the Supreme Court
With the creation of an endowed professorship in Ohio State's Department of Political Science, alumnus Carter Phillips—managing partner of a D.C. law firm—and his wife Sue Henry will support the quality of the department's faculty. 11-24-2010
Keith Monda's "give-back period"
Arts and Sciences Campaign Committee Chair Keith Monda learned how to think at Ohio State, and he went on to become president of Coach. Now he’s making sure more students get the same edge up. 11-24-2010
Ohio State chief investment officer wins award for best-managed large nonprofit endowment
Foundation & Endowment Money Management (FEMM), an organization interested in nonprofit investment management, recently presented Ohio State Chief Investment Officer Jonathan Hook their top award in the category of excellence in endowment management. 11-2-2010
Development celebrates outstanding volunteers
Four honored for exceptional leadership and service. 10-7-2010
Buckeye couple challenges others to support public health
Alumni called upon to match $25,000 in donations to select funds by 2012. 9-27-2010
Sorensen named senior vice president for development
Two-time university president to lead Ohio State fundraising. 9-15-2010
Students first, students now
When alumni give back, Ohio State students reap the benefits. Find out how a few scholarship recipients are putting their financial aid to good use. 8-23-2010
Helping our own
University benevolence fund helps students stay afloat when times get tough. 7-14-2010
Haiti Empowerment Project helps communities rebuild
Ohio State professor's work in post-earthquake tent cities gets students and teachers back to the classroom. 7-13-2010
Philanthropists challenge community to raise $10 million for scholarships
Granville philanthropists J. Gilbert and Louella H. Reese are calling the central Ohio community to action with a $10 million challenge to raise endowed funds to support scholarships benefiting students attending Ohio State Newark and Central Ohio Technical College. 6-23-2010
Leaders' commitment blooms
Three Ohio State Foundation directors pledge $12.1 million. 4-29-2010
Beekman Park: A lasting memorial
Recreational sports director was a longtime supporter of Ohio State. 1-8-2010
Archie Griffin to be honored with naming gift
The ballroom at the new Ohio Union will be named in honor of Archie Griffin to reflect the wishes of a private donor who has given $2 million to be split evenly between the Alumni Association and the construction of the union. 1-14-2010
Making dreams come true
Two donors team up to honor exceptional Cleveland teachers. 8-25-2009
Ohio State names Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum in honor of $7 million gift
The naming is in recognition of a $7 million gift from the Elizabeth Ireland Graves Foundation to support the renovation of Sullivant Hall. 8-16-2009
Ohio State's College of Dentistry receives multi-million dollar estate gift
The largest single gift in the college's history comes from the estate of the late Dr. Richard C. Veler and his wife, Betty G. Veler, both of whom were lifelong supporters of the university. 8-7-2009
Hope from tragedy
Son's memory kept alive by social work students. 6-30-2009
Eyes to the sky
The Large Binocular Telescope's unique capabilities in light-gathering power and resolution surpass even those of the Hubble Space Telescope. 5-10-2009
Jean Schulz, widow of Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz, gives $1 million to Cartoon Library & Museum move
Promises to match an additional $2.5 million in a challenge to others. 4-23-2009
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