Office of Student Life

In a Nutshell

October 8, 2026

Dear partners in supporting students,    

Autumn has finally fallen here at Ohio State, and I hope the year is going well for you and all the students you serve. As we forge forward through the semester, I hope you find the following information helpful. Please feel free to share with others, including students who may be interested. 

In this issue: 

  • Career Support 

  • Disability Services Partnership Open House 

  • Ohio State Story 

  • Policy on Alcohol and Other Drugs 

  • Protocol for Political Activity on Campus 

  • Residential Experience 

  • Resources to Thrive 

  • Student Conduct’s Greatest Hits  

 

Career Support 
Students looking for career support can visit Career Studio for quick, personalized help from trained peer career coaches. This program, through Student Life's Buckeye Commons, offers resume feedback, assistance preparing for interviews, guidance exploring career options or answers to career-related questions. No appointment needed and students from all majors and class years are welcome. Learn more at go.osu.edu/career-studios.  

 Disability Services Partnership Open House  
Student Life Disability Services supports nearly 9,000 students, and we know that student success happens through strong campus partnerships. They’re opening their doors to faculty, academic and staff partners for a morning of connection and conversation on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 9-11 a.m. at their facility in 098 Baker Hall. You can RSVP online at SLDS Campus Partnership Open House Invite.   

 Ohio State Story 
What's Your Ohio State Story? We're collecting stories from students and alumni to better understand and communicate the Ohio State experience. What experience, opportunity, relationship or moment has shaped your time at Ohio State? It only takes 2–3 minutes to share! Alumni: Share your story at Ohio State Story Alumni Survey. 

Policy on Alcohol and Other Drugs 
Ohio State has a revised Alcohol and Other Drugs policy. The policy revisions reinforce responsible service practices, clarify approval processes for university sponsored events and establish updated event timing guidelines. 

Protocol for Political Activity on Campus 
The Ohio State University is often the site of visits by candidates for a variety of federal, state and local public offices.  As a public institution, Ohio State welcomes visits by political candidates and surrogates affiliated with their campaigns. There are protocols established by the university for political activity on campus. Protocol for Political Activity on Campus.    

Residential Experience
Ohio State is launching a new initiative designed to transform the residential experience. We're looking for your vision for the future of housing, dining, recreation, academic engagement and student support. Please take a brief 3–5 minute Residential Experience Staff Survey to help inform planning for the future of the Ohio State residential experience and support student success through 2035 and beyond.

Resources to Thrive 
The Monda Student Resource Center is now working with Single Stop, a free online benefits and resource platform that helps students identify support they may be eligible to receive. This resource provides support for students facing financial challenges or other barriers, helping ensure access to the tools and assistance needed to stay on track and succeed. In less than 15 minutes, the Single Stop screening tool provides an estimate of a student’s potential eligibility for state, federal and local resources, including food and nutrition programs, healthcare, utility assistance and other community support. Learn more about Single Stop.

Student Conduct's Greatest Hits 
College life is constantly evolving, and Student Conduct is committed to helping students and families navigate it with confidence. Through engaging blog posts inspired by campus events, student trends and conduct data, they share timely information and practical advice that you may find helpful in supporting students. They've posted their 10 most popular and impactful blog posts online.

Wishing you a happy Homecoming and a restful Autumn Break,  

  

Melissa S. Shivers, PhD  

Senior Vice President for Student Life   
The Ohio State University