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Tagged: International Students

  • Four international student-athletes compete in ice hockey at 2026 Winter Olympics

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    Four Ohio State women’s ice hockey team international student-athletes will represent their respective countries in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy. Seven former players from the ice hockey program were also selected to represent five of the 10 ice hockey teams in the Olympics.  

  • Akash Pai’s path to belonging at Ohio State

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    For Akash Pai, a fourth-year industrial and systems engineering student, involvement in cultural and student organizations has shaped his experience at The Ohio State University as much as coursework and career preparation.

  • International voices: Your America in 250 words

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    A unique opportunity to share personal perspectives and experiences in the United States in celebration of America 250.

  • Public Health Buckeyes: Gulan Pari

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    Gulan Pari, an international master's epidemiology student from Pakistan in The Ohio State University College of Public Health, is passionate about advancing women’s health and climate resilience.

  • Spring 2026 International Student Experience Workshop Series

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    Join the Office of International Affairs this spring for the International Student Experience Workshop Series designed specifically for faculty and staff who want to gain a deeper understanding of international students’ perspectives. Register for the series.

  • Student Spotlight: Yiqun Ma

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    Along with his success in the classroom, Yiqun Ma is sharing his economics expertise with other international students and making the most of his time at Ohio State.

  • School of Music residency program expands its reach in Brazil

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    The Ohio State University School of Music continued its commitment to international collaboration through its ongoing Music Residency Program in Brazil. This October, the program expanded to the cities of João Pessoa and Natal, located along Brazil’s northeast coast.

  • Taking a global view: the best stories of 2025

    The Office of International Affairs takes pride in our connections and collaborations across our campuses and the important role we play in helping develop, support and advance Ohio State’s international initiatives. 2025 demonstrated how our Buckeye community made their mark and elevated Ohio State’s reach across the globe. Take a peek at some of our top stories and events from the past year as we look forward to all that will inspire us in 2026. 

  • Alumni Spotlight: Balavignesh Vemparala

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    When Balavignesh Vemparala left Chennai, India to begin graduate studies at The Ohio State University, he expected to push the boundaries of engineering. What he didn’t expect was how deeply the experience would shape his identity as a researcher, professional and as a member of a global community.

  • Student Spotlight: Run Tian

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    For first-year economics student Run Tian, attending Ohio State as an international student affords him a stimulating environment in the classroom and a relaxing and inviting one around campus. As a lifelong athlete, he balances his courseload with plenty of time at his other favorite spots at the university.