Skip to main content

News

  • Lyft Ride Smart at Ohio State

    August 20, 2021
    Lyft Ride Smart at Ohio State offers eligible students discounted rides, inside the university-designated service area, from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Each month, 10,000 discounted rides will be made available on a first-come, first-served basis with the average cost expected to be $1 to $2. Once the monthly allotment of 10,000 discounted rides is exhausted, Lyft’s normal service rates will apply fo...
    smart phone with Lyft Ride Smart

  • A Safe Return to Classrooms

    August 20, 2021
    Classroom safety remains a top priority as we welcome you back for a new academic year. The university offers many tools and resources to support our faculty, staff and students.Please review these resources and remember that if a health or safety emergency arises, call 9-1-1 for immediate assistance.Active AggressorIt’s scary to think about, but an active aggressor could strike any place, at any...
    Oval

  • Neighborhood Safety Notice – August 18, 2021

    August 18, 2021
    We are sharing the below information on behalf of the Columbus Division of Police regarding a series of crimes that occurred in the off-campus area.A series of crimes similar in nature occurred overnight, with all taking place off-campus between 10:25 p.m. and 2:20 a.m.On 8/17/2021, at approximately 10:25 p.m., a carjacking occurred near Norwich and Indianola. Two suspects showed guns and stole a...
    emergency blue light phone

  • OSUPD Staff Sergeant Receives Award for COVID-19 Response

    August 18, 2021
    The Licking County Board of Health named OSUPD Staff Sergeant Adam Featherling as its 2021 Public Health Guardian Award recipient recognizing his hard work and dedication in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic. Featherling received the award at the Board of Health meeting Tuesday evening. Chad Brown, Licking County’s health commissioner, recognized Featherling for his help with coordinating and ...
    OSU Police officer Adam Featherling receives 2021 Public Health Guardian Award

  • In the News: Ohio State Campus Police Share Safety Reminders as Students Return

    August 17, 2021
    As students head back to campus for the new semester, safety and security remain at the forefront."One thing students can do is look into messaging, resources, educate yourself with the area," says Det. Schaffer.Campus police also encourage students to lock their doors and windows and walk in a group when possible.Watch the full ABC6 story....
    Photo of Ohio State University sign

News Archive