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Ohio State discontinues COVID-19 Dashboard updates
Ohio State will no longer publicly track positive COVID-19 cases on campus and in Ohio for the 2022-23 academic year.
Ohio State maintained its summer 2022 COVID-19 guidelines, requiring a COVID-19 vaccination with a mask-optional policy on campus. According to the archived dashboard, Ohio State reported a partial or complete vaccination rate of 93.1 percent as of May 3. “Masks are required in clinical health-care settings, child-care centers and COVID-19 testing locations,” Booker said. “The Wexner Medical Center and Student Health Services have enhanced their mask requirements to include all areas of clinical Bookerbuildings.”said the university will continue to monitor the nation’s COVID-19 cases and respond accordingly.
Campus: The Undergrad uate Student Government gears up for the new year, sharing some of their top initiatives to start with this fall.
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University spokesperson Chris Booker said in an email Aug. 24 those who would like to continue tracking coronavirus data in Franklin County can use the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s COVID-19 County Check tool.
Ohio State students and faculty wait outside St. John arena in March 2021. As of May 4, Ohio State no longer updates its Covid-19 dashboard.
The university has yet to respond to requests about any future plans to share information on positive cases on campus.
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In the past week, 154 positive cases have been reported in Franklin County, down 7.95 percent from last week’s positivity rate, according to the CDC. According to the ODH, 334,897 cases have been reported statewide since May 5.
Ohio State discontinued updating its COVID-19 dashboard May 4 when the university transitioned to voluntary testing, according to the Safe and Healthy Buckeyes to the Ohio Department of Health, there have been 38,420 cases reported in Franklin County since May 5. The COVID-19 dashboard included student and faculty positive tests count and positivity rate for the 24hour periods shown along with the seven-day average, according to its website. It also included the total number of COVID-19 tests and the campus vaccination rate.
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Kyla Hurns, the Black Caucus chair, said the committee plans to collaborate and build relation ships with student organizations that have long been committed to uplifting student voices. “USG’s goal is not to be the voice for students but to make student voices louder,” Hurns, a third-year in public policy, lead ership and management, said.
AMANI BAYO Lantern bayo.6@osu.edureporter The Undergraduate Student Government held its first launch event Tuesday to relay goals for the semester and encourage stu dent involvement in USG initia USGtives.
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USG met Tuesday to relay goals for the coming year and encourage student participation in USG activity.
President Andrew Pierce II said at the event USG will be renewing their goals to prioritize student matters — which will in clude increasing funds to student organizations, increasing student wages and establishing a Black Caucus committee. By laying out the goals, students can hold USG responsible for how initiatives are met and strengthen the organiza tion’s relationship with the stu dent body. “I understand that the student body may not have the most trust in USG right now,” Pierce, a fourth-year in public policy, said. “That is something we are willing and committed to rebuilding.” Executive board members of USG each presented the specific improvements they were commit ted to surrounding engagement, equity, affordability and safety. This “policy with E.A.S.E” was what the administration’s cam paign ran on in the spring.
In addition to enhancing student engagement, USG executive board members listed several oth er measures — including building an LGBTQ+ center, increasing health literacy and student wages as well as establishing the Black Caucus committee as a resource for Black students on campus.
“[There is a] wide breadth with the executive agenda to ensure that every single part of this cam pus is at least touched by some area of USG advocacy,” Pierce Partsaid.of USG’s advocacy promised 25 percent of its budget to student organizations to fund programs and enhance student engagement, Pierce said. USG wants to ensure financial barriers are not in the way of student success, he said. “Historically, USG has never giv en more than 20 percent of our annual budget to student organi zations,” Pierce said. “Coming out of COVID, we see a lot of student organizations reactivat ing; USG is stepping up with this commitment to say that we will be that external partner for all stu dent organizations on campus.”
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USG also plans to ask students what they think the biggest issues are on campus through Buck eye Polls, Selena Chen, USG’s senior director of marketing and communications and second-year in marketing, said. The goal is to assess the “general climate on campus,” and to get ideas with students, she said. Information gathered by the polls can be shared with faculty and staff Vice President for Student Life Melissa Shivers commended the USG’s executive board for their transparency and promise of im proving the student experience. Shivers said she was impressed by how well USG’s goals aligned with University President Kristi na M. Johnson’s vision for Ohio State’s future and is looking forward to seeing these plans in “Thereaction.
“I understand that the student body may nothave the most trust in USG right now,”“That is somethingwe are willingand committed to rebuilding.”
is something to be said about the passion and commit ment that these leaders are bring ing to this institution,” Shivers said. “I honestly could not be prouder.”
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-Community Day at the Franklin Park Conservatory (Free): On the first Sunday of every month, Franklin County residents get free admission to the Franklin Park Conservatory for their entire group when they present a valid ID. Out-of-state students, find a local friend!
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Sept. 3 -Short North Gallery Hop (Free): On the first Saturday of every month, Short North art galleries celebrate local art and culture, inviting guests to see new exhibitions, watch live street performers and visit nearby vendors.
Sept. 2 -Columbus Greek Festival (Free): Immerse yourself in Greek culture for Columbus’ 49th-annual Greek Festival. Traditional music, shopping and food will be located at the intersection of Goodale and North High Street all weekend.
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Columbus’ German Village was developed in the mid 1800s, with German immigrants describing the neighborhood as “feeling like home,” according to its website. “The entire village is on the Ohio Historic Registry,” Scott Kennedy, a manager at the Book Loft, said. “The whole community is Civil War era, and it’s really a special place to be.
The Wonder Room and the Big Idea Gallery, which are both located in the JP Morgan Chase Center for Creativity, feature creative hands-on activities and art stations for visitors to interact with, according to the CMA website.
Columbus Museum of Art offers free admission on Sundays 10 a.m to 5 p.m., according to its website. Students can receive a 10 percent discount on a ticket for other days of the week when presenting their BuckID at the museum’s admissions desk.
Students can also experience culture in Columbus at Gateway Film Center, located at 1550 N. High St. The film center presents big-budget and independent films from the U.S. and around the world. Film lovers can also find screenings from film festivals.
The Gateway will charge $3 for all screenings in honor of the first-ever National Cinema Day Saturday, according to an Insta gram post Tuesday.
Kepner, manager of in stitutional processes at the CMA, said the museum strives to create accessible events for all to enjoy. According to the museum’s website, visitors can take part in events like artist talks, yoga classes, open studios for making art and more. “We want to highlight our mis sion of thinking like an artist,”
Kepner said. “We do this by bringing creativity to everyone.” Kepner said the museum is a great place for students’ first dates or afternoons out after “Withlunch. the Columbus Museum of Art, you can visit for an hour or two and really get a taste of everything,” Kepner said.
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I’ve worked here for years, and I really enjoy it.” Students looking to experience art and culture in Columbus can plan a visit to the Columbus Museum of Art, which has seasonal exhibitions such as the Wonder Room exhibit, the Big Idea Gallery and monthly events.
Students can purchase discount ed film tickets through D-Tix, which never expire. Student discounts are also offered for evening, matinee and happy hour tickets and can be reserved at the Gateway Film’s ticket center.
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The Book Loft in German Village remains a local favorite for students to visit.
CML locations also offer dis counted passes to the art muse um and free day parking.
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Columbus Museum of Art offers free admission on Sundays 10 a.m to 5 p.m., according to its website. Students can receive a 10 percent discount on a ticket for other days of the week when presenting their BuckID at the museum’s admissions desk. CML locations also offer discounted passes to the art museum and free day parking.
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Packing more than 2,500 member students at every home football game, Block “O” also has 10 sections and isn’t just limited to football. Block “O” attends Ohio State men’s and women’s basketball, gymnastics, lacrosse, soccer, volleyball and more. Block “O” does have a membership fee; however, it’s included in the Block O North or South ticket packages or can be purchased for $20 during Welcome Week or any time throughout the semester.
This story was originally published July 31 but has been updated Aug. 31. On Oct. 7, 1922, Ohio State defeated Ohio Wesleyan in its first game at Ohio Stadium. Almost 100 years later, the Buckeyes are still competing for glory on the gridiron in what’s become one of the most iconic, storied stadiums not just in college football, but in the world: The ‘Shoe. Last season, Ohio Stadium reopened to full capacity after limiting the number of fans to family and select others for the first time ever in 2020. Ohio State and athletic director Gene Smith made the move to mobile ticketing in 2021 among other changes a year ago, but The ‘Shoe still largely resembles its history that began a century ago. One major change coming this season is renovated field turf. For the first time since 2014, the playing field at Ohio Stadium was facelifted, and it will feature a new-look design, including updates to the end zone font and kickoff locations. Ohio State athletics department revealed Friday the field at Ohio Stadium will be called Safelite Field after the Columbusbased vehicle glass services and recalibration company Safelite expanded its multi-year partnership with Ohio State. The company’s logo will be featured on the field goal netting and field. As the Buckeyes prepare to begin the 2022 season and commemorate 100 years of Ohio Stadium, here are some do’s and don’ts to make the most of your Ohio State football game day experience.
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DON’T: Bring cash or a bag In 2021, Ohio Stadium became cashless, and all major credit cards are accepted in addition to Apply Pay and Google Pay.
DO: Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to kickoff The Big Ten Conference and Ohio State previously announced kickoff times for select games this fall. Each game, Ohio Stadium is almost always packed both in and around the stadium whether kickoff is set for noon, the afternoon or evening.
DO: Exercise caution and promote healthy lifestyles While masks are no longer required in most areas on campus, the pandemic is still ongoing.
DO: Sit in Block “O” North or South student sections Ohio State’s official student section is Block “O,” a studentorganization founded in 1938, according to its website.
DON’T: Wait to download tickets to your phone
Ohio State updated its COVID-19 protocols in May before the start of the summer semester. According to a release, masks remain optional in most indoor spaces, and the COVID-19 vaccine is still required for all students, faculty and staff Make sure to familiarize yourself with restroom locations and evaluate your health before leaving for Ohio Stadium.
This is your chance to get pumped up and excited for the game with head coach Ryan Day and the entire Ohio State roster. Two hours and 20 minutes before kickoff, the Ohio State Marching Band will perform their musical renditions of the pregame and halftime shows at St. John Arena across from the north rotunda of Ohio Stadium. Day and the Buckeyes participate in Skull Session by attending just before they go inside the stadium. Ohio State’s skipper will address the crowd, and one player will also take the microphone to share words ahead of kickoff. The team then walks together from St. John Arena to Ohio Stadium through the north rotunda. Skull Session is a fun pregame event with lots of people and even more to see, so make sure to check out one of Ohio State’s oldest traditions that dates back to the Ramp Entrance in 1928.
DO: Attend Skull Session at St. John Arena and watch the Team Walk to The ‘Shoe
Getting to The ‘Shoe and on time for kickoff is crucial to starting game day on the right foot. There will be some wait times at the gate, and locating your seats will be a maze in itself. Gates open two hours prior to kickoff at Ohio Stadium. The South end zone entrance is a popular entrance for students near the RPAC and gates 36 and 38.
This includes concession stands, merchandise and parking lots, so it’s important to make a plan and Ohioprepare.Stadium also doesn’t permit bags of any size, and wallets may be no larger than 5 inches by 8 inches by 1 inch. Game days don’t require too much to bring other than yourself, your phone and any spirit wear.
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Ohio Stadium accepts mobile ticketing, so your phone will be key to get inside and watch the Buckeyes try to reclaim the Big Ten Championship for the first time in two seasons. It’s best to add the digital tickets to your mobile wallet, like Apple Wallet or Google Pay and ensure they’ll be on your phone when you arrive at the ticket kiosks. Last season, the athletic department addressed updated game day experiences after long wait times and failed ticketing systems resulted in delayed entries.
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By all standards, third-year quarterback C.J. Stroud played well last season. In his first sea son as the starter, Stroud led Ohio State to 11 wins, threw 44 touch downs and finished as a Heisman Trophy However,finalist.hisbiggest critic hap pens to be himself. Despite being named Big Ten Graham-George Offensive Player of the Year and setting 17 Ohio State records in 2021, Stroud said he feels he hasn’t earned the praise bestowed upon him. “I think I’m my biggest critic,” Stroud said during Big Ten Media Days in July. “Honestly, I don’t think I really did a lot. I feel like I’ve barely touched my potential, and I feel like I can do a lot more. I think I can always be better.” Listed at 6-foot-3 and 218 pounds, Stroud is currently the favorite to go No. 1 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, according to VegasInsid er. But to his team, it’s not arm strength or ball placement that impresses them the most, but rather Stroud’s composure and “Imaturity.thinkC.J. has really grown in terms of leadership this year,” head coach Ryan Day said. “He has a much wider perspective on everything that’s going on, not just his job. He sees it almost as a coach right now.” Stroud did not take kindly to the fact Ohio State lost to rival Mich igan and missed out on both the Big Ten and National Champion ship games last season. The work he’s put in throughout the offsea son drew attention from his coaches and teammates. As such, the Inland Empire, Cal ifornia, native was one of six players voted team captain for the 2022 season and received the most votes. Stroud said he feels blessed to be in a position to lead the team on and off the football Quarterbacksfield.
Dennis said the team “gravitates around him” as Stroud works to become a better quarterback with every Despitesnap.finishing in the top five in numerous passing categories last season, the third-year quarterback said he thinks there’s more to de velop. Stroud specifically named Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarter back Tom Brady as someone he looks up to, noting that he and Brady share a similar mindset of bettering themselves every year. Day said the team worked on Stroud’s all-around game during the offseason. They did not have one particular area of focus, but Day said “everyday is a work in “Justprogress.”getting my body weight right,” Stroud said. “I think I’m up to 220 now, and I feel the best I’ve ever felt in my life. I’m the fastest I’ve been since I’ve been alive. I’ve definitely seen the growth not only in the weight room, but mentally as well.”
Now that Stroud is officially christened a leader of the Ohio State football team, he said he takes it upon himself to bond with his teammates outside of prac tice. According to his teammates, Stroud’s culinary skills might be his most unique.
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“I think a lot of people don’t know he’s teaching people how to cook,” Harrison Jr. said. “C.J. is a great person to know on and off the field and to be around.”
Ohio State third-year quarterback, C.J. Stroud (7), threw for 44 touchdowns and led Ohio State to an 11-win season.
While Stroud’s talent speaks for itself, his teammates noted that their confidence in him grew during the offseason. Impressed by how he carries himself, sec ond-year wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. said the trust between Stroud and the receivers lets them play with more confidence. “Playing with C.J. is fun,” Harri son Jr. said. “A lot of quarterbacks might tuck it and run, but he’s go ing to throw it up to his receivers. And we definitely trust him. He’s a leader on and off the field.”
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coach Corey Den nis said while Stroud is making strides as a vocal leader, it’s the work ethic that speaks louder about him than what he says. “It wouldn’t have mattered what kind of year he had last year,” Dennis said. “He wants to get bet ter. He’s always trying to work on his craft. And he’s always trying to find something to get better at.”
Third-year quarterback C.J. Stroud returns as Ohio State’s signal caller after finishing as a Heisman Trophy finalist last season, topping the 2021 season by becoming the program’s first 500-yard passer in the Rose Bowl. Third-year wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba also returns as a Buckeye starter alongside secondyear running back TreVeyon Henderson. Both posted recordbreaking seasons through the air and on the ground last season.
The Buckeyes brought in Jim Knowles as their new defensive coordinator, Perry Eliano as their safeties coach and Tim Walton as their cornerbacks and secondary Knowlescoach. will debut a new-look Buckeye defense Saturday, and he’s incrementally installed his ideas over the preseason.
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Junior offensive lineman Paris Johnson Jr. said Foskey is a talented opponent, but his Buckeye teammates have helped prepare him for the task. “He is a great player, like, generational type of player,” Johnson said. “But I feel like the type of guy like he is, I think we have a lot of guys like him in this building here. I feel like I’m blessed to play for a program that has the same type of talent ability across the board. I feel like we have the best preparation here.” Ohio State’s defense was among the focuses Day looked to revamp during the offseason.
“It’s living that and showing them that this is how we operate under pressure also by putting the pressure on them during practice,” Knowles said. “What I tell them on game day is all their mistakes are on me, so during the week I make sure they know about their mistakes, and I’m hard on them. But on game day, all their mistakes are on me because if they’re not ready, it’s my fault.” The Buckeyes return a bulk of their offense, which ranked No. 1 in college football last season.
Fourth-year Cade Stover committed to playing tight end this season after totaling six tackles in the Rose Bowl. Named one of Ohio State’s six captains in 2022, Stover said Saturday’s game boasts plenty of tradition between Notre Dame and the Buckeyes but also plenty of stakes. “As a kid growing up, I mean, these are blue bloods,” Stover said. “I used to grow up and idolize James Lauriniatis. That’s who I was going to be. That’s who I was supposed to be, you know what I mean? With all the ties over there now, Ohio State ties with Notre Dame, I mean, there’s a lot of stuff riding on this.”
Ohio State finished 11-2 and captured a Rose Bowl victory over Utah to end the 2021 season. However, the Buckeyes missed the playoff for the first time under Day and since 2018. They’ll face a Fighting Irish team entering a new era under former Buckeyes linebacker and current head coach Marcus Freeman. Notre Dame also named secondyear Tyler Buchner as its starting Buchnerquarterback.played in 10 games last season, flashing his ability to both run and throw the ball behind 336 rushing and 298 passing yards. Day said Buchner will present the Buckeyes with a number of traits when the two teams meet Saturday. “Very athletic, very talented, highly recruited,” Day said. “Seen his ability to throw, his ability to run, so, we got to do a good job. We’re expecting a high level of Notreplay.”
Now approaching his Buckeye coaching debut, Knowles said leadership will guide Ohio State to a favorable outcome.
Dame finished 11-2 last season, but fell 37-35 in the Fiesta Bowl to then-No. 9 Oklahoma State Jan. 1. The Fighting Irish finished No. 43 in total defense last season, allowing 359.5 yards per Defensively,game. third-year defensive end Isaiah Foskey will present a challenge up front. He finished with a team-high 11 sacks and forced six fumbles.
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No. 5 Notre Dame travels to Columbus Sept. 3 for a matchup with the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes.
No. 2 Ohio State’s road to the College Football Playoff begins
No. 2 Ohio State has ‘a lot to prove’ against No. 5 Notre Dame
TheSaturday.Buckeyes will finally take the field to begin the 100-year anniversary of Ohio Stadium against No. 5 Notre Dame in their first-ever top-five-matchup season opener. Even with expectations high, head coach Ryan Day said Ohio State went through a “gritty” offseason after falling short of its standard last season. “I think coming off of last year, there’s no big heads. This team is hungry. This team has been hungry,” Day said. “We got to go win this first game, and they know that, so there’s no big heads on this team right now. We got a lot to prove.”
ESPN College GameDay will be on-site in Columbus, and Ohio State will recognize its 2002 national championship team during the game Saturday. The Buckeyes kick off against the Fighting Irish under the lights at Ohio Stadium beginning at 7:30 p.m. on ABC.
