Need a Campus Job?

There are lots of great jobs on campus. If you are considering a job, consider applying to be an Office Assistant (OA) in a campus residence hall. You can apply for one of these jobs though August 14. There's nothing like leaving your residence hall room and walking down one flight of stairs to get to work!

You might also consider a student employment position at the RPAC, one of the campus libraries, or with dining services. The Student Financial Aid office also maintains a list of both Federal Work Study positions and non-work study positions.

Columbus: Short North

Are you wondering what there is to do in Columbus? Besides all the activities on campus, it's also great to explore the rest of the city. After all, you'll be living here for the next four years at least, so you'll want to take advantage of everything that Columbus offers.

The Short North is the area along High Street between campus and downtown Columbus. This portion of High Street is lined with art galleries, great restaurants, shopping and more. To get to the Short North from campus, you can hop on the southbound #2 COTA bus or just walk a few blocks south from Baker West. On the first Saturday of every month, the area features a Gallery Hop. You won't want to miss this, so be sure to plan an outing sometime this fall.

You'll likely become a frequent visitor of Utrecht, an art supply store in the Short North. Bring your BuckID to get 10% off.

What Are You Reading This Summer?

First-year students: I know you are busy reading Three Cups of Tea as part of the 2009 Buckeye Book Community. What do you think so far? What stands out to you? How do you think this relates to your academic/professional interests?

The author, Greg Mortenson, will be on campus October 4 and 5, and will give presentations at 7:30pm in the Mershon Auditorium. Plan to attend one of his presentations. Information on how to obtain a ticket will be posted soon.

Besides Three Cups of Tea, what else are you reading this summer? Are there any good books you would recommend?

Reminder: SERVitecture Trip

Don't forget to apply for the upcoming SERVitecture trip! The application deadline is August 7. The trip is a great way to gain hands-on experience and to meet other first-year students and upperclassmen. You'll learn a lot and have a lot of fun.

Email your completed application to SERVitecture. (Either copy and paste the GoogleDoc into a Word document and attach to an email or email your answers directly.)

About your Program Coordinator

After posting a little bit about many of you, I thought you might like to learn more about your program coordinator. (By the way, if you aren't profiled on the blog and want to be, let me know; I need your permission to post.)

I'm Angi (and just so you know, you should call me by my first name). I've worked at Ohio State for six years. Most of that time has been spent in various roles in the Knowlton School of Architecture, but I've also worked in the Undergraduate Admissions office. Both my undergraduate and graduate degrees are also from Ohio State, in landscape architecture and city and regional planning, respectively.

My specific role is to advise and coordinate programming for Honors and Scholars-level students in the KSA. I like this role because it combines my interest in architecture, landscape architecture, and planning with my interest and work experience in higher education. It's a winning combination all around!

I love to travel, and I'm always looking to plan a trip or travel to a new destination. (Luckily, this love of traveling also ties into my job. I'm really looking forward to the Istanbul study abroad program as well as the Boston trip in May 2010.)

I also enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities, including running, hiking, rowing, and pretty much anything else that involves being outside.

Want to know more? Post a question or comment here, and I'll follow-up.

Meet Elise

Say hello to Elise. She is from North Olmsted, OH. This summer she is interning at ADA Architects in Lakewood, OH.

Elise's favorite work of architecture so far is Aqua Tower in Chicago. Aqua Tower was designed by Jeanne Gang, who happens to have lectured as part of the KSA Lecture Series in the past.

Elise is excited to meet new people at Ohio State and to travel. She hopes to play intramural soccer.

Meet Emily

Emily is from Avon Lake, OH. This summer she is working as a lifeguard. Emily is interested in traveling to as many places as possible!

Emily has wanted to be an architect since she was young. She is really interested in art and design.

While at Ohio State, Emily may be involved with an art-related organization or SERVitecture.

Leave a comment for Emily.

Meet Alex

Alex is from Brunswick, OH.

He is excited to study architecture because his plans will be something that other people will use. A favorite building is the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland.

Alex ran cross country and track in high school and hopes to be involved in a running program at Ohio State.

High School Seniors: Apply to OSU Now

Are a high school senior who is intersted in attending Ohio State in the fall of 2010? If so, you can start your admissions application now. Also, visit the Undergraduate Admissions website for additional information about majors, scholarships, tuition, and more.

A separate application is required for the Architecture Scholars program. The Scholars application will be available in early fall.

Meet Ryan

Ryan is from Glenview, IL. His summer plans included a vacation to London.

Ryan likes the work of Frank Gehry, and is excited about architecture because it is something that is used by everyone.

Ryan is looking forward to football games. He hopes to play club lacrosse at Ohio State.

Meet Jasmine

Jasmine is from Manassas, VA. Her summer plans include road trips to Virginia Beach with her friends.

Jasmine is excited to design buildings that look great and are functional. Her favorite work of architecture is the Taj Mahal.

At Ohio State, Jasmine hopes to play intramural basketball.

Leave a comment for Jasmine.

Meet Andy

Andy is from Powell, OH. He loves to cook! His summer plans include a trip to Quebec.

Andy is interested in the hidden meanings of design and the timeless element of architecture. His current favorite work of architecture is Haghia Sofia in Istanbul.

Andy is just excited to be on campus. He is looking forward to going to the RPAC and concerts in the campus area.

Meet Carly

Carly is from Rochester, NY. This summer Carly will be working a lot at Wegmans. Carly traveled to a number of cities in Europe on a high school trip.

Carly is excited about architecture because of the combination of art, math and functionality. One of her favorite buildings is "the gherkin" (aka 30 St Mary Axe or the Swiss Re building) in London.

At Ohio State, Carly would like to be involved with a running/cross country club.

All Scholars Intramural League

On the student information sheets that you completed at orientation, many of your mentioned intramural sports as an activity that you'd like to be involved with on campus. Second-year studetns and above may have already participated in one or more intramural sports.

This fall, the 14 different Scholars Programs will begin a new all Scholars Intramural League in which different scholars programs can face off against other scholars programs. (I smell some friendly competition here!) Autumn quarter sports will include flag football and disc golf.

Interested in playing or want to serve as a team captain? Leave a comment here.

Meet Matt

Matt is from Avon, OH, though he lived in California until his freshman year of high school. This summer Matt will be visiting relatives in CA.

Matt admires Walt Disney--the art of animation, the theme parks and vision of Disney, and his determination. In general, architecture is interesting to Matt because of the idea that buildings are artwork and they frame an environment and communicate a message.

Matt is excited about meeting new people and thinking of new ideas while at Ohio State. He hopes to become involved in organizations that promote diversity.

Meet Tyler K.

Tyler is from Perrysville, OH. His big summer plans include working!

He's excited about architecture because it combines many things that interest him. Some of his favorite buildings include the Sears Tower (SOM) and the Seagram Building (Mies van der Rohe).

Tyler is hoping to get involved in club tennis at Ohio State.

Meet Mary

Mary is also from Cincinnati, though she was born in Minnesota. This summer, Mary is working at Target and Starbucks.

Mary is looking forward to building models.

She is also excited about meeting new people, and she hopes to play intramural soccer.

A Sneak Peak of Arch/Larch 200

Ready for your first architecture/landscape architecture course? You can take a sneak peek right now! The KSA's Open Education initiative is working to put course content live on the web for the entire global community. View the first Arch/Larch 200 lecture, or visit the Open KSA site to see all seven featured lectures.

What do you think?

Meet Tyler B.

Tyler is from Cincinnati. This summer he is working at Kings Island, but he is also taking a trip to Cancun.

Tyler loves drawing and design. He is especially interested in the architecture in Dubai.

He is looking forward to campus life and meeting new people. Tyler hopes to get invovled with community service and volunteer work.

Meet Eileen

Eileen wins the award for the first-year Architecture Scholar from the farthest distance. She is from Plano, TX. Eileen was in the marching band for all four years of high school. Her summer plans focus on volunteer work.

Eileen is interested in being able to design a useful structure. Her favorite work of architecture is the Guggenheim Museum.

Eileen is looking forward to some Buckeye football this fall. She also interested in playing soccer.

Meet Chelsea

Chelsea is from Hilliard, OH, just outside of Columbus. She loves watching the game show network! Her summer plans involve work and a road trip or two.

In regards to architecture, she is excited designing somethign that is creative and efficient. Chelsea plans to double major in architecture and astronomy.

At Ohio State, Chelsea is exited about meeting new people, traveling, new experiences and learning. She hopes to be involved in undergraduate research.

Meet Josh

Josh is from Magnolia, OH, but he was born in California.

Josh is interested in landscape architecture, and is interested in designing landscapes around public areas.

He's looking forward to meeting new people and hopes to become involved in intramural sports and community service.

AP Score Update

A quick update on AP score results.... Most scores are in (you may not have received them yet yourself), but I'm still working through everything. If you haven't heard from me yet about your AP scores, don't worry. I'll be in touch sometime next week.

Have a great weekend!

Meet Emma

Emma is from Shaker Heights, OH. Emma loves to travel; she has been to four of the seven continents!

Emma is interested in architecture because it combines art and math. Her favorite architect is Frank Lloyd Wright.

At Ohio State, Emma is looking forward to the diversity, opportunities, and fun experiences. She hopes to be involved in intramural sports, including ultimate frisbee and soccer.

Meet Nathan

Nathan is from Springfield, OH. He is keeping busy this summer by working three jobs. In his spare time, Nathan loves to work on cars.

Nathan's favorite architect is Frank Gehry. The possibility to inspire others is a prominent reason for Nathan's interest in architecture.

At Ohio State, Nathan is looking forward to being involved in physical activity clubs.

Meet Kayle

Kayle is from Orient, OH. She is an only child, and is spending her summer working at TJMaxx.

Kayle's favorite architect (so far) is Frank Lloyd Wright.

She's looking forward to meeting more new friends at Ohio State, and she hopes to be invovled in leadership and volunteer activites on campus.

Meet Nicky

Nicky is from Beechwood, OH. His summer plans include traveling to Mexico with his brother.

He is interested in the creativity, design, and teamwork aspects of architecture. Nicky is a fan of the Salk Institute, designed by Louis Kahn.

Nicky is excited about having fun and meeting new people at Ohio State. He hopes to become involved in USG, maybe a fraternity, and intramural sports.

AP Scores Are Here

AP scores have arrived and any corresponding credits are now posted to your student record. In the next few days I'll be reviewing all of your AP credits and notifying you individually as to how any credits might affect your AU09 schedule. If this applies to you, stay tuned for an email from me.

Meet Katie M.

Meet Katie. She is from North Royalton, OH. Katie loves to water ski (show ski), and she plans to get invovled with the water ski club at Ohio State. Besides water skiing, this summer Katie will be volunteering.

In regards to architecture, Katie is looking forward to designing and making things on her own. She is also considering Civil Engineering.