Sheridan Hendrix

1 week ago | dispatch.com | Sheridan Hendrix

Otterbein University President John Comerford prioritizes access and affordability in higher education, particularly for first-generation and low-income students. Comerford criticizes the current higher education pricing system and advocates for a more transparent and equitable model. Otterbein is experiencing growth by focusing on underserved student populations and partnering with businesses for professional development programs.

1 week ago | the-daily-record.com | Sheridan Hendrix

Two Ohio State professors defend the new Salmon P. Chase Center for Civics, Culture & Society, claiming it combats self-censorship among students and faculty. They argue that self-censorship in academia is worse now than during the 1950s Red Scare, citing a FIRE survey showing increased faculty self-censorship. The professors believe the center promotes respectful disagreement and intellectual diversity, although some faculty oppose it due to political concerns and fiscal impact.

1 week ago | newarkadvocate.com | Sheridan Hendrix

Two Ohio State professors defend the new Salmon P. Chase Center for Civics, Culture & Society, claiming it combats self-censorship among students and faculty. They argue that self-censorship in academia is worse now than during the 1950s Red Scare, citing a FIRE survey showing increased faculty self-censorship. The professors believe the center promotes respectful disagreement and intellectual diversity, although some faculty oppose it due to political concerns and fiscal impact.

2 weeks ago | newarkadvocate.com | Sheridan Hendrix

The Trump administration's proposed 24% cut to NASA's 2026 budget threatens the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope mission. Despite being 90% complete and having already spent $3.4 billion, the Roman Space Telescope faces potential cancellation. Ohio State University researchers, heavily involved in the project, express concern over the potential loss of scientific progress and reputational damage. Researchers remain hopeful that Congress will intervene and secure funding for the mission.

2 weeks ago | dispatch.com | Eleanor Kennedy |Jordan Laird |Sheridan Hendrix

Columbus statues were removed from Columbus City Hall and Columbus State Community College in 2020. The City Hall statue remains in storage while the city decides its fate with help from the Mellon Foundation. The Columbus State statue was gifted to Knights of Columbus groups in Youngstown, Ohio and is now displayed at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica. What is going on with the Christopher Columbus statue that was removed from in front of City Hall?