Restful Threads stitches style and service at Ohio State

What was once associated with grandmothers and “crazy cat ladies,” crochet has become Gen Z’s newest “cool girl” trend.  At Ohio State, that trend has taken a philanthropic twist through Restful Threads, a student organization that crochets winter essentials and accessories for the Columbus community. Since Restful Threads, a student organization on campus, debuted last […]

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Relax With Live Music at OUAB’s Jazz Speakeasy Monday

The Ohio Union Activities Board is inviting students to enjoy a relaxing night at its Jazz Speakeasy Monday at the Wexner Center for the Arts. The event will feature live performances from local jazz artists Sydney McSweeney and the Lucas Holmes Quartet in a cozy, vintage-inspired lounge area from 7-9 p.m., said Caitlyn Medland, OUAB […]

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Student groups come together to host second ever CROWN Day event Friday

A free event jam packed with different offerings including local hairstylists, hair product demonstrations, free products, catered food and more, the second ever CROWN Day event is set to teach attendees about natural hairstyles and hair legislation Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Curl Viewpoint. CROWN Day is based around the CROWN Act, a […]

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Taste of OSU offers dishes from diverse cultures Friday

The Office of International Affairs is hosting a culture-filled event at the Ohio Union Friday from 5 to 8:30 p.m. With multicultural performances, exhibits and food provided by different Ohio State international student organizations, Taste of OSU helps students share and celebrate their cultures. Maureen Miller, spokesperson for International Affairs, said the event allows Ohio […]

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A Friendship From Gallipolis leads to Ohio State’s First Welsh Club

Friendships shape everyday life, but three Ohio State students turned theirs into something new: the university’s first and only Welsh language club.  Clwb Cymraeg, or “Welsh Club,” reflects their shared bond and passion for preserving and sharing the language.  Rhys Davis, a second-year in integrated language arts/English education, Connor Davis, a second-year in psychology and […]

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OUAB’s new OUABonus program gives students access to free tickets to concerts, performances and more

Ohio State students have the chance to access free tickets to concerts and performances through the Ohio Union Activities Board’s new program — in partnership with several venues across Columbus — called OUABonus. The new program goes beyond campus and offers students tickets to events not directly hosted by OUAB. Instead, the organization works with […]

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USG’s ‘Clean Up Columbus’ draws almost 300 students Sunday

With gloves on, trash bags and grabbers in hand, members of 68 student organizations dispersed across campus Sunday as the Undergraduate Student Government led its “Clean Up Columbus” event to support the city’s efforts to tackle litter.  The event was organized by Student Affairs Co-Directors Hallie Frigge, a third-year in English education, and Anvitha Irrinki, […]

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Korean Student Association to host annual Kkoom Gala Philanthropy event Saturday

The Korean Student Association will host its annual Kkoom Gala with a theme called “Moonlight Reverie” Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Ohio Union Performance Hall.  This year’s gala will include student performances, a student-produced Korean drama, a buffet, raffles and fundraising for philanthropic causes chosen by KSA and partnering Asian interest organizations. […]

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Best of OSU: Student-Alumni Council fosters relationships among students and the broader Ohio State community

While most student organizations focus on building relationships among peers, others are expanding their reach, appealing to Buckeyes not just on campus, but across the world.  The Student-Alumni Council, which is the student branch of the Ohio State Alumni Association, was voted best student organization in The Lantern’s 2025 Best of OSU special edition. The […]

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A fine day to fight: Inside Ohio State’s Order of the Cardinal

It is hot, but not quite insufferable at Friendship Park in Gahanna, where warriors have gathered in a modest field beside the pavilion.  The attendees of an unaffiliated birthday party still linger. The sounds of children playing on the other side of the park are audible.  Some have brought shields and swords, others are armed […]

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