Joseph A. Branin, former director of The Ohio State University Libraries and a visionary leader who led the transforming renovation of the Thompson Library, died December 30, 2012 after a brave battle with cancer. Branin served as director of OSUL from 2000-2009, and, among his many accomplishments, spearheaded the renovation of the Thompson Library, 1858 …
Ohio State diving’s first national champion
Lifelong crusader for diversity in higher education and civil rights served as vice provost and professor Frank W. Hale Jr., former vice provost and professor, who dedicated his life to diversity in higher education and civil rights, died July 27 following an extended illness. He was 84. An advocate for higher education for 54 years …
Richard J. Solove, a dear friend of The Ohio State University, died Jan. 28. He is remembered for his love for OSU’s cancer program, which led to a legacy of support. His contributions enable us to continue our leadership role in the global fight against cancer in its many forms. Mr. Solove once said that …
Allan J. Yates, MD, PhD, emeritus professor of pathology and the founder and first director of the Integrated Biomedical Science Graduate Program (IBGP) and Medical Scientist Program (MSP), died Aug. 4 while on vacation in the Arctic. A memorial service is planned at 4 p.m. Nov. 15 in the Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute …
The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College join with the community in mourning the loss of Mrs. Christine Warner Powell, 78, of Granville, who died Wednesday, Oct. 13, at her residence. The Newark Chapel of Henderson-Van Atta-Stickle Funeral & Cremation Service is assisting the family with arrangements. It was a lead gift …