General Public Events

Apr 01

6:30-9:30 p.m.

Fawcett Center (2400 Olentangy River Rd.)

Glenn Gala presented by the Public Affairs Student Association

Join the Public Affairs Student Association for the 11th Annual Glenn Gala! This year, funds raised will benefit the Christina and Ryan Day Fund for Pediatric and Adolescent Mental Wellness. Enjoy a night of fun for a good cause!

Jul 10

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Page Hall (1810 College Rd.)

Public Leadership Academy 2023

The Public Leadership Academy brings together a bipartisan group of rising Ohio elected officials to learn from each other and build lasting relationships across political boundaries.

May 25

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Sheraton at Capitol Square (75 E. State St.)

Women of POWER Reception

The Women of POWER Networking Reception introduces current leaders to the next generation of women who are ready to run for public office and take on leadership roles in their communities.

Jul 29

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Page Hall (1810 College Rd.)

Ready to Run, July 2023

One-day intensive campaign training to support women who are ready to run for public office.

Oct 11

4 -5 p.m.

Zoom Webinar

The Big Ten Collaboration: Democracy in the 21st Century presents- The Federal Judiciary in the 21st Century

The Big Ten Collaboration: Democracy in the 21st Century presents virtual conversation about the constitutional roles and responsibilities of the U.S. federal courts to American government and its democratic institutions. Mark West, the David A. Breach Dean of Law and Nippon Life Professor of Law, will deliver opening remarks.

Nov 03

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Page Hall Lobby

Blood Battle 2021

The Blood Battle is a longstanding tradition which began in 1982. During this month-long challenge, The Ohio State University must collect more blood donations than Michigan in order to win. Donating at blood drives on campus and in the community with Versiti means you’re helping patients at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

Oct 16

Virtual

World Food Day 2022

Food Tank’s Nourishing America tour will stop in Columbus, Ohio, for a summit surrounding World Food Day 2022 in partnership with The Ohio State University.

Nov 15

6 - 7 p.m. ET

WOSU Ross Community Studio – 1800 N. Pearl Street

Dialogue: Rethinking Elections

With the nation so deeply polarized and candidates racing to their parties’ extremes, some are looking for different ways to run elections and choose those who represent us. Proposals range from top-two open primaries and ranked choice voting to abolishing the U.S. Senate and the Electoral College. This edition of Dialogue will explore alternatives to our current system, which many believe needs major reform.

Oct 11

6 - 7 p.m. ET

WOSU Ross Community Studio – 1800 N. Pearl Street

Dialogue: Ohio's New Economy

The arrival of Intel and its multi-billion-dollar chip factories promises to transform Ohio’s economy. Is Ohio ready to take full advantage of the opportunity? This edition of Dialogue will look at issues crucial to the state’s future economic success: How well is Ohio producing good-paying jobs and trained workers? Is the state doing enough to ensure that all its citizens, including those who have historically lagged in wealth and income, share the benefits of a growing economy? What national and international policy issues must newly elected and incumbent leaders consider? Join us as we examine the potential benefits and pitfalls of economic change.

Sep 13

6 - 7 p.m. ET

WOSU Ross Community Studio – 1800 N. Pearl Street

Dialogue: Post-Roe Ohio

Two months after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the fight over abortion has moved to the state courts and state legislatures. Left to navigate the new reality are doctors, nurses and, of course, people seeking reproductive health care. This Dialogue discussion will examine how Ohio and the rest of the country will adapt to a post-Roe world.