HR News Stories Tag: Distinguished Staff Awards
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March 2, 2018
Creating great experiences for guests and coworkers is Scott Dickson’s mission
Scott’s Dickson’s dedication to making Jerome Schottenstein Center events safe and enjoyable extends even further than the 800,000 annual guests. He is equally passionate about creating memorable experiences for his coworkers and treating them like family.
November 17, 2017
Staff member advances growth of university and people
The Ohio State University is home to landmark buildings, and behind the creation of several of them is Associate Vice President for Student Life Molly Ranz Calhoun. While Molly’s job focuses on marquee buildings, she is also passionate about the development of something more important: people.
August 18, 2017
Ohio State staff member strives to further diversity and inclusion across university
Cesar Seguil goes above and beyond daily in modeling Ohio State's values to advance inclusive excellence. Through his commitment to the university's vision, he makes a difference in the lives of students.
May 5, 2017
Distinguished Staff Awards honor contributions by exceptional Ohio State staff
Annually, 12 staff members are honored for their remarkable accomplishments, leadership and contributions to Ohio State.
December 2, 2016
Ohio State staff member helps students overcome barriers
Balancing the complexities of earning a college degree and raising a family can be a challenging process, particularly for low-income, single parent students. Traci Lewis, program director of Ohio State’s ACCESS Collaborative, works each and every day to help these students overcome barriers to college access and success.
October 21, 2016
Staff member brings Ohio State resources to Lima students
Ohio State faculty and staff make a tangible difference not only in Columbus, but also across the state of Ohio and beyond. Bryan Albright, Director of Enrollment Services for The Ohio State University at Lima, is one of the outstanding staff members doing that each and every day.
September 2, 2016
Ohio State staff member creates inclusive experiences for students
A career at The Ohio State University provides a full spectrum of opportunities to make a lasting impact on the world.
July 22, 2016
Wexner Medical Center Staff Member Shares Research and Discovery
Each of the 30,000 Ohio State faculty and staff has a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Lori Abshire, Senior Director of Marketing at the Wexner Medical Center, has lived this opportunity at both a global and personal level.
May 13, 2016
Distinguished Staff Awards Honor Significant Contributions by Outstanding Ohio State Staff
The Distinguished Staff Award, the university’s highest staff recognition, celebrates staff members who have made an impact at The Ohio State University. Each year, the award honors 12 staff members for their outstanding leadership, accomplishments and service to the university.
May 22, 2015
Congratulations to the 2015 Distinguished Staff Award Recipients
The Distinguished Staff Awards recognize and celebrate staff members who have made an impact at The Ohio State University. The award honors staff members for their outstanding leadership, accomplishments and service to the university.
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May 11, 2026
Honoring excellence: The 2026 Distinguished Staff Awards
Across Ohio State, 13 exceptional staff members are transforming the university’s mission into daily action through their commitment to innovation and collaboration. As the 2026 Distinguished Staff Award recipients, these individuals represent the pinnacle of excellence in everything that they do.
February 16, 2026
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.
January 16, 2026
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.
December 16, 2025
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.
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June 18, 2026
HR Staff Recognized for Embodying Ohio State’s Shared Values
Five Ohio State Human Resources professionals have been recognized with 2026 HR Excellence Awards – highlighting how everyday contributions translate into meaningful impact that shapes workplace culture, strengthens leadership, fosters inclusion and ensures that faculty and staff have the resources they need to succeed.
June 17, 2026
Policy Reminder: Self-Disclosure of Criminal Convictions
The Ohio State University is committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for the campus community. The Self-Disclosure of Criminal Convictions Policy, 4.17 provides guidance and outlines responsibilities for self-disclosures.
May 1, 2026
Staff Professional Development Funds
If you are interested in pursuing professional development over the next year, apply for funds by June 1, 2026, at 5 p.m.
March 17, 2026
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.
March 3, 2026
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"