Community of Scholars Seminar Series

The "Community of Scholars Seminar Series" is a series of interdisciplinary research talks held each spring on campus.  The seminars offer opportunities for Ohio State Marion students and faculty to deliver professional talks on their research or other academic activities. One aim of the seminar series is to foster an atmosphere of collegiality and interdisciplinary discussions on topics of interest to faculty and students. In addition, the seminars are an opportunity for interested students to learn about the research process from peers and so students are particularly encouraged to attend.

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Our next Community of Scholars event 

Mon., Sep. 22, 2025, (Morrill Hall, Room 200) 
Associate Professor of Mathematics, Scott Zimmerman, "Columbus and Marion? An intro to metric spaces."

Abstract:  The cities of Columbus and Marion are about 50 miles away from each other. But how far apart are the words "Columbus" and "Marion"? In this talk, I'll introduce the idea of a metric space, a mathematical concept that allows us to study "distances" between objects in new ways. This talk will be accessible to everyone regardless of mathematical background.