Today's Update: Monday, October 27, 2025

October 27, 2025

Dear Student Life team, 

One of my favorite events of the year has become our annual Years of Service program. It gives us dedicated and deliberate time to acknowledge the truly incredible commitment our team has made to this institution. 

I often share with my colleagues how truly incredible the Student Life team is, and I hope you know how grateful I am for the countless ways you all help students and our team members engage, learn and thrive at Ohio State, and beyond.   

Now we have another way to celebrate our individual successes.  

As I mentioned at the State of Student Life Address a couple of weeks ago, I am thrilled that we are expanding our annual Years of Service program to include several special awards:  

• Excellence in Leadership 

• Culture Commitment Champion 

• Outstanding Campus Partner 

• Excellence in Initiative 

If you would like to nominate a colleague, please complete the nomination form found at this link. The nomination period will remain open until Monday, December 15, at noon. The Student Life Years of Service and Awards Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, February 4, at 9:30 a.m. in the Ohio Union’s Archie M. Griffin Grand Ballroom (second floor). 

Thanks so much for considering showing Appreciation to your Scarlet and Great co-workers by nominating them for an award.  

 

Melissa S. Shivers, PhD    
Senior Vice President for Student Life     
The Ohio State University