Student Affairs
Role and Mission:
The Student Affairs committee strives to advance the Student Quality of Life at The Ohio State University. We have identified four factors as benchmarks for improvement: Affordability, Accountability, Accessibility, and Advance-ability. We aim to consider these factors as we undertake projects to better the existing features of Student Life, and target and fulfill the need for additional resources and opportunities.
Projects
Clean Up Columbus
Our monthly event where student organizations can sign up to pick up trash around campus, and in return, they can receive $100 or service hours. For our most recent November Clean Up, we had 68 organizations participate and had 140 bags of trash picked up.
Airport Shuttle
Our free airport shuttle that runs to and from campus to John Glenn airport during all school breaks. Dates and times for the shuttle can be found at ttm.osu.edu.
Buckeye Road Trip
Buckeye road trip, which is a low-cost charter bus program during Thanksgiving break that brings students home. We have buses going to Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Pittsburgh, Chicago, and Philadelphia.
Adulting Week
For a week, Student Affairs hosts Adulting Week for all OSU students campus-wide to learn necessary life skills. Skills like finances, renting, and cooking are just some examples of what students discover during Adulting Week.
Buckeye 5k
The Buckeye 5K is a beloved annual tradition bringing students, faculty, and the community together for a fun and active experience. Join fellow Buckeyes as you race around the world-famous Oval, soaking in the energy and spirit of campus. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a great time with friends and family, this event is open to all skill levels.
Directors of Student Affairs
Hallie is a Co-Director of the Student Affairs Committee. She is a 3rd year student studying Integrated Language Arts and is from Troy Ohio. Her favorite USG memory is winning the Halloween Costume Cabinet dressed as performative males!
Anvitha is the Director of Student Affairs Committee. She is a 4th year student studying Biomedical Science with a minor in Spanish. Her favorite USG memory is winning the annual USG costume contest this past semester!
Deputy Directors of Student Affairs
Zach is a Deputy Director of the Student Affairs Committee. He is a 4th year student studying Political Science and is from New Albany, Ohio. His favorite USG memory is the Spring 2025 USG Formal.
Shannon is a Deputy Director of the Student Affairs Committee. She is a 2nd year student studying pharmaceuticals and is from New Jersey. Her favorite USG memory is the committee socials.
Andrew is a Deputy Director of the Student Affairs Committee. He is a 4th year student studying health sciences with a minor in biology. His favorite USG memory is running in the Student Affairs Buckeye 5k event the past two years.
Emily is a Deputy Director of the Student Affairs Committee. She is a 2nd year student studying political science and is from Lakewood, Ohio. Her favorite USG memory is winning the Halloween cabinet this year!
Esther is a Deputy Director of the Student Affairs Committee. She is a 3rd year student studying financial mathematics and statistics and from Brecksville, Ohio. Her favorite USG memory is Stufsgiving (Student Affairs Thanksgiving)!
Projects & Policy
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Clean up Columbus, our monthly event where student organizations can sign up to pick up trash around campus and in return, they can receive $100 or service hours. For our event in September we had 58 organizations participate and had 230 total bags of trash picked up.
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Our free airport shuttle that run to and from campus to John Glenn airport during all school breaks. Dates and times for the shuttle can be found at ttm.osu.edu. Bucekye road trip which is a low-cost charter bus programs during Thanksgiving break that brings student home. We have buses going to Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Pittsburgh, Chicago, and Philadelphia.
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Renters guide is a guide we put together using data regarding students off-campus living expereince. We ask students question about their living situation and landlords, compile it together in our guide, and send it out to help other students who are looking to rent off campus to hopefully help them make their decision on where to rent.
Resources
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Register for clean up Columbus: https://go.osu.edu/cleanupcbus
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Buckeye road trip website link: Buckeye Road Trip : Undergraduate Student Government
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Airport Shuttle Times: https://ttm.osu.edu/cabs#airport
Student Affairs is always looking to collaborate and work with other committees and student organizations. Reach out to Anvitha or Hallie with any inquiries about collaboration or any questions you have about what it’s like to be a part of USG!