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The Ohio State University at Marion will host a screening of Baby Doe, a documentary produced by Sarah Paulson and directed by Jessica Earnshaw that examines the case of Gail Ritchey, an Ohio woman convicted in 2022 in connection with the death of a newborn infant more than three decades earlier. The screening will be held Tuesday, November 10, 6 p.m. in Morrill Hall Auditorium, 1465 Mt. Vernon Avenue.

Six Ohio State Marion students represented campus at 2026 Homecoming festivities October 9-10, 2026 on Columbus campus

Last week, Cenovus Energy announced a significant donation to The Ohio State University. The donation will fund programming on the university’s Lima and Marion campuses as well as business and engineering programs on the Columbus campus.

For decades, body image researchers have focused almost exclusively on how we compare ourselves to others, and the toll it takes on our well-being. But a new study from The Ohio State University shows that we are often our own worst critics, especially when comparing who we are today with past versions of ourselves.

Ohio State Marion has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court, recognizing six outstanding students selected for their academic achievement, leadership, school spirit, integrity, and involvement on campus.

The Ohio State University at Marion will celebrate leadership, service, and lifelong learning during its 2026 Alumni Hall of Fame Awards Dinner on Nov. 9, 2026, at 6 p.m. in the Guthery Community Room in Maynard Hall. The event's theme, The American Story: Duty, Leadership & Legacy, honors individuals who answered the call to serve and inspired future generations.

College students across the Marion area are invited to take part in Hack OHI/O 2026, Ohio State’s largest annual hackathon, taking place October 24-25, 2026.

The Ohio State University College of Education and Human Ecology presented Dr. Aina Appova, PhD, with the 2026 Distinguished Faculty Service Award at their Convocation on August 21. The award annually recognizes faculty contributions to promoting the success of their colleagues and students.

The Marion Star article (subscription required) Marion's downtown welcomed its newest tenant after finally moving in. Ohio State University Marion's downtown engagement hub opened its doors to the public for the first time Sept. 16 for a ribbon cutting with the Marion Area Chamber of Commerce.