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SubscribeThe Office of Outreach and Engagement selected 12 proposals for funding through the Engaged Scholarship Seed Grant process. Grants were awarded at a maximum amount of $10,000 to support community-engaged research or community-engaged projects, in collaboration with a community partner, that address a specific need or problem within the community.
Read MoreOhio State Energy Partners (OSEP) has announced the recipients of its 2026-27 philanthropic awards for projects and events. As part of its commitment to academic collaboration, OSEP contributes $810,000 annually to the university or affiliated philanthropic causes.
Read MoreThe Engagement Scholarship Consortium (ESC) offers webinars and online professional development, as well as networking opportunities for faculty, practitioners, graduate students and university leaders throughout the year. These opportunities are offered exclusively to individuals affiliated with ESC member institutions, including Ohio State.
Learn MoreCongratulations to those selected for the 2026-27 Graduate Student Seed Grants for Engaged Scholarship! The grants support graduate students in undertaking community-engaged research or community-engaged projects, in collaboration with a community partner, that address a specific need or problem within the community.
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Ohio States Engaged Scholars have made significant community impacts with their partners and important contributions to the universitys culture of engagement, further strengthening the institution's commitment to supporting communities.