The Ohio State University, founded in 1870 as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College, is one of the nation’s top 20 public universities, boasting a student body of more than 56,000 at the main campus in Columbus. A major research facility as well as an athletic powerhouse, OSU offers degree programs in a diverse array of fields, including aerospace engineering, political science, education, and microbiology.
Ohio State is home to many memorable buildings, landmarks, sights and sounds. But have you seen them all? Here are some you might not have considered — the hidden gems of Ohio State, if you will:
Here are some other great ways to discover Ohio State.
Whether you're deciding where to go after high school, visiting colleagues, in town for a Buckeyes game, or recruiting a soon-to-be graduate for your company, The Blackwell Inn offers comfortable accommodations at OSU. Located on the Fisher College of Business campus, our hotel is integrated with the Pfahl Executive Conference Center and is within walking distance from many points of interest, such as the Ohio Stadium, St. John Arena, Schottenstein Center, OSU Ice Rink, Mirror Lake, and Rohr Café.
