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  • Lyft Ride Smart service hours expanded

    October 14, 2021
    Lyft Ride Smart at Ohio State is expanding hours for a second time as Ohio State continues to offer safety enhancements on and off campus. Service will now start earlier each day, and run from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., seven days a week. The program offers eligible students discounted rides, inside the university-designated service area, including into the Short North. Sign up online.Read More....
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  • Ohio State announces additional $20 million for safety and security

    September 24, 2021
    The Ohio State University will invest an additional $2 million per year over the next decade to enhance safety and security on and around campus, President Kristina M. Johnson and Columbus Mayor Andrew J. Ginther announced today. The total investment is expected to be at least $20 million (Watch Announcement).“We are all committed to working hand-in-hand until this problem is solved in our commun...
    President Johnson at Podium

  • University leaders and Columbus police discuss off-campus safety

    September 2, 2021
    Leadership and police from The Ohio State University joined members of the Columbus Division of Police today to address crime trends in the campus area.Jay Kasey, senior vice president, Office of Administration and Planning, and Ohio State University Police Division Chief Kimberly Spears-McNatt joined Columbus Police Deputy Chief Jennifer Knight and Commander Dennis Jeffrey for a press conference...
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  • Ohio State announces increased security and patrolling, cameras and lighting in campus area

    August 27, 2021
    Ohio State President Kristina M. Johnson delivered the following message to the campus community Friday (Aug. 27).Dear Students, Faculty and Staff:The physical and mental health and well-being of our community members is one of our highest priorities. The frequency and severity of crime in the off-campus area is disturbing. We are taking multiple measures in our approach to keeping our students, ...
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  • Ohio State Holding Coffee with a Cop Events to Connect with University Community

    August 25, 2021
    Ohio State University Police are hosting a community event this week to connect with students. OSU Police officers are taking part in a series of Coffee with a Cop events. Students can stop by the student union for a free beverage and a chance to discuss campus safety. OSU Police Officer Tom Shankle said the events are about building trust between the department and the university commun...
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