The Ohio State University

The Ohio State University, located in Columbus, Ohio, is a public research institution established in 1870. Originally named the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College, it became a comprehensive university under the guidance of Governor Rutherford B. Hayes. Ohio State offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including business, social sciences, law, medicine, and public affairs. In addition to its main campus, the university has a regional campus system with locations in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, and Wooster. The university fosters a vibrant student life, featuring over 1,000 student organizations, intercollegiate and recreational sports, media outlets, fraternities, sororities, and an active student government. Furthermore, the university's financial assets are strategically managed by its Office of Investments, overseeing a diversified Long-Term Investment Pool that includes various asset classes. Ohio State’s alumni have achieved notable success in numerous fields, including government, business, science, medicine, education, sports, and entertainment.