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High schooler Avery Staten has effectively been a college student — learning exclusively through College Credit Plus (CCP) courses offered by Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark the last four years.

In dual roles as corporate lawyer and riding school owner, Kathy Lloyd ’99 is fulfilled by her obligations—powered by them, even. Just don’t ask how long it’s been since she took a day off.

Couples like the St. Johns — Mary Ellen who taught at COTC for 27 years, Lee who served Ohio State Newark for 42 years — characterize the cooperation and connectedness that has fueled this thriving campus ecosystem.

Breandan Wheeler never wanted to go to college in the first place, but after finishing two associate degrees he found himself wanting more. That meant he had to get a four-year degree, and Ohio State Newark had to be the place.

Almost 1,600 food insecure students — belonging to both Ohio State Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) — were served at the Campus Corner Food Pantry last year, totaling more than 19,000 meals provided.

Angela Bryant, PhD, associate professor of sociology, received the 2025 Community Service Award from the Division on People of Color and Crime (DPCC) of the American Society of Criminology (ASC).

Since 1971, The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) have shared more than just an expansive campus — they have shared a vision to expand access to education in this community.

The Ohio State University at Newark has released its dean’s list for autumn semester 2025. To qualify, students must be enrolled at least 12 credit hours and achieve a 3.5 GPA.

Most students go to college hoping to get their career on track. Austin Hill is hoping Ohio State Newark doesn’t limit his career on the track.