The Ohio State University
| Motto | "Disciplina in civitatem" (Education for Citizenship) |
|---|---|
| Type | Public research university |
| Established | 1870 |
| President | Kristina M. Johnson |
| Students | 61,170 (2020) |
| Location | Columbus , Ohio
, United States |
| Campus | Urban, 1,665 acres |
| Colors | Scarlet and Gray |
| Mascot | Brutus Buckeye |
The Ohio State University (OSU), commonly referred to as Ohio State, is a large, primarily residential, public university located in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1870 as a land-grant university and the ninth university in Ohio with the Morrill Act of 1862, the university was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College.
History[edit | edit source]
The Ohio State University was founded in response to a demand for a higher education institution in the area. It initially focused on various agricultural and mechanical disciplines but quickly expanded its curriculum to include a comprehensive range of subjects. The university officially changed its name to The Ohio State University in 1878.
Campus[edit | edit source]
The main campus in Columbus covers 1,665 acres of land, with iconic landmarks such as the Ohio Stadium and The Oval, a large open space at the heart of the campus. The university also operates regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, and Wooster.
Academics[edit | edit source]
Ohio State is known for its rigorous academics and has numerous highly ranked departments including the College of Engineering, Fisher College of Business, College of Medicine, and Moritz College of Law. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs and emphasizes research across all disciplines.
Student life[edit | edit source]
Student life at Ohio State is vibrant with over 1,000 student organizations, including the Ohio State Buckeyes athletic teams, which compete in the NCAA Division I Big Ten Conference. The university is also home to the Ohio State University Marching Band, famously known as "The Best Damn Band in the Land."
Notable alumni and faculty[edit | edit source]
Ohio State has produced a wide array of distinguished alumni and faculty, including Nobel laureates, government officials, and leaders in various fields such as science, engineering, business, and the arts.
Controversies[edit | edit source]
Like many large universities, Ohio State has experienced its share of controversies, including issues related to sports and academic integrity. These incidents have been addressed with measures to improve oversight and compliance.
See also[edit | edit source]
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