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May 14, 2024

Outstanding Buckeyes Recognized for Impactful Focus on Diversity and Inclusion

Five exceptional Buckeyes are living the university’s Shared Values of Diversity and Innovation, and Inclusion and Equity – earning them the annual recognition of a Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award.
March 28, 2024

Dr. Taru Saigal: Why Ohio State feels like home

Dr. Taru Saigal, a 2023 Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award honoree, knew she wanted a career that aligned with her passion for serving underrepresented minority patients. She also wanted her young family to be in a nurturing place. One institution with both qualities stood out prominently – Ohio State.
May 10, 2022

Remarkable faculty, staff and students recognized for significant diversity and inclusion outcomes

Congratulations to the honorees selected for the 2022 Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award. Five exceptional recipients are being recognized for their outstanding commitment to enhancing Ohio State’s diversity and inclusion efforts.
May 27, 2021

Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award recipients recognized for their positive influence and action

Five remarkable recipients have been selected to receive Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Awards for their significant commitment to enhancing Ohio State’s diversity and inclusion efforts.
June 12, 2020

Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award recipients honored for their exceptional contributions to Ohio State

Congratulations to this year’s Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award recipients recognized during Ohio State’s Sesquicentennial - a time to commemorate the institution, honor our heritage and applaud the collective efforts of those who have built the university’s legacy and its future.
September 6, 2019

Hollie Nyseth Brehm inspires future world leaders and takes education beyond the classroom

Living by the adage “service is the rent we pay to live on the earth” and a passion to teach others to do the same, Department of Sociology Professor Hollie Nyseth Brehm educates students about different cultures and societal phenomena and shows them how to use their education to change the world.
April 22, 2019

Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award recipients recognized for their exceptional contributions

In recognition of contributions to enhance diversity and inclusion, five honorees received the Ohio State Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award.
May 2, 2018

Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Awards celebrate and recognize exceptional faculty, staff and students

In recognition of their exceptional diversity and inclusion work, five honorees have received the Ohio State Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award.
April 21, 2017

Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Awards recognize exceptional faculty, staff and students for important diversity work

On April 18, President Drake presented the 2017 recipients a plaque and $1,200 cash award in recognition of their important work.
June 2, 2016

Faces of Administration and Planning

Ohio State staff members from the Office of Administration and Planning’s Diversity Council, winners of the 2016 Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award, recently concluded a year-long diversity series, called Faces of Administration and Planning.

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The power of purpose: How the Leadership Certificate Program is transforming campus leaders

At The Ohio State University, people leaders have access to resources that help them continuously grow as leaders. As part of this investment in excellence, the John Glenn College of Public Affairs and Ohio State Human Resources partnered in 2025 to launch a section of the Leadership Certificate Program for Ohio State employees.

Learn about the newly redesigned YP4H

Ohio State has launched a new Your Plan for Health (YP4H) wellness portal that offers more ways to explore wellness resources and earn rewards for the activities that matter most to you.

Ohio State honors 752 faculty and staff for milestone service

The Ohio State University celebrated long-serving employees at the annual Faculty and Staff Service Recognition Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 10. A total of 752 faculty and staff were honored this year for reaching milestone anniversaries, ranging from 25 to 55 years of service.

Important 2026 Benefits Reminders

Here are a few important reminders about your 2026 benefits, key deadlines, and wellness actions you may need to consider. Review the information to help you understand what to expect and actions you may need to take.

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Revisions to Drug-Free Workplace Policy

The Ohio State University has revised the Drug-Free Workplace Policy, 7.30 to further clarify safety and standards across all work environments, including remote and on-call locations. Key changes include updated procedures for reasonable suspicion testing, new guidance on prescription drug accommodations and refined definitions.

Spring Learning Series on Retirement Living

A national retirement association, Association of Retirement Organizations in Higher Education, is offering a virtual learning series, “Charting the Journey to a Fulfilling Retirement"

Save smart. Gain insights. Plan ahead.

Join the Human Resources team and our expert partners for the third Virtual Retirement Fair. A series of webinars offering valuable insights will be held Feb. 9-13. Don't miss this opportunity to confidently plan your financial future. Visit the Virtual Retirement Fair website for registration and schedule details.

Nominations open for the Distinguished Staff Awards

The annual Distinguished Staff Awards exist to shine a light on these individuals, and nominations are now open. The nomination deadline is Monday, Jan. 26, at 5 p.m.

Review your 2026 benefits summary by Dec. 5

Your 2026 benefits summary is now available in Workday. Take a few minutes to review your elections and make sure everything looks right before the final change window closes.