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Summer exhibitions at the Wex extended. This summer at the Wexner Center for the Arts, take in the profoundly beautiful exhibition Barbara Hammer: In This Body, the intimate found-object sculptures of Cecilia Vicuña: Lo Precario/The Precarious; and the evocative installations of artist and jazz performer Jason Moran. All shows have been extended through Aug. 18 and galleries are free Thursdays after 4 p.m. More info.

 
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Study finds worrisome birth-control knowledge gaps

A new study has uncovered concerning gaps in knowledge about birth control effectiveness. The research, conducted in the Vietnam capital of Hanoi, included four forms of contraception: IUDs, birth control pills, male condoms and withdrawal. About half of the women in the study who used condoms mistakenly thought they were the most effective pregnancy prevention. Condoms are about 85 percent effective. Only 31 percent of participants correctly identified IUDs, tiny devices inserted into the uterus, as the most effective method. IUDs are more than 99 percent effective.

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Schedule your back-to-school eye exams at Ohio State Optometry Services! Call 614-292-2020 or visit here. Located at 338 W. 10th Ave. on the south end of campus near the medical center, Optometry Services offers convenience, great care and outstanding options for frames. VSP® Insurance accepted.

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Ohio State Lima honors students in New York City

When two dozen honors students visited New York between spring semester and summer term, they did more than explore one of the world’s most bustling urban areas. They also brought back a deeper understanding of classroom concepts and stronger relationships and networks.

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U.S. News names Wexner Medical Center to best list

*U.S. News & World Report * named Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center among America’s Best Hospitals for the 27th consecutive year. Ohio State remains #1 in Columbus and #3 in Ohio. This year, Ohio State is nationally ranked in four specialties: Ear, Nose and Throat (#3); Cancer (#20); Diabetes and Endocrinology (#36); and Nephrology (#40). Approximately 1% of U.S. hospitals received national rankings in four or more specialties.

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Buckeye Biography: 150 Years of Ohio State!

Enroll today in the free online course, Buckeye Biography: 150 Years of Ohio State! This online course is part of the university-wide sesquicentennial celebration. Early enroll here before the course launches Aug. 19. #BuckeyeBiography #OSU150

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August 13
Environmental Professionals Network Air Quality Alerrt
August 14
Last call: register for the Faculty/Staff Ultimate Dodgeball Tournament hosted by Buckeye Wellness