The Humanities Institute at Ohio State

The Humanities Institute at Ohio State The OSU Humanities Institute works as an innovative, collaborative hub, turning academic research into vibrant community experiences.

We believe that the humanities shouldn't stay in the classroom—they should be out in the world, sparking conversations.

In two weeks: Join RoboCop HIMSELF, Peter Weller, and discuss how the film’s themes of privatization and media manipulat...
09/03/2026

In two weeks: Join RoboCop HIMSELF, Peter Weller, and discuss how the film’s themes of privatization and media manipulation feel more relevant today than ever. 🦾 .

September 17 at 7 pm at Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse. Find the link to tickets in the link in the first comment.

Arts and Sciences at Ohio State
The Ohio State University Department of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts
Electrical and Computer Engineering at Ohio State
Intergalactic Science Fiction Club at OSU

to CSR's first "Music and Sound" event way back in 2025! We're planning the same vibe, exploring how sound shapes loca...
09/03/2026

to CSR's first "Music and Sound" event way back in 2025! We're planning the same vibe, exploring how sound shapes local religious life. Featuring a talk by Isaac Weiner on the American Religious Sounds Project to get us started! Find more through the link in the first comment.

Thursday, October 8
6:30 pm
Grange Insurance Audubon Center at the Audubon Metro Park!

🐉Need a break? Step into Yubaba’s bathhouse. 🎟️ Join us for Hayao Miyazaki’s iconic "Spirited Away" as part of the CMRS ...
09/03/2026

🐉Need a break? Step into Yubaba’s bathhouse. 🎟️ Join us for Hayao Miyazaki’s iconic "Spirited Away" as part of the CMRS Magic & Witchcraft Film Series! Free admission, cozy vibes and pure Studio Ghibli magic.
📍 180 Hagerty Hall
⏰ Wednesday, September 30 at 7 pm

Arts and Sciences at Ohio State
The Ohio State University Department of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts
Intergalactic Science Fiction Club at OSU





Next Wednesday: Ethnic Studies is all about diving deep into the diverse narratives, structural realities and rich creat...
09/02/2026

Next Wednesday: Ethnic Studies is all about diving deep into the diverse narratives, structural realities and rich creative expressions of historically marginalized communities. Come learn how you can get involved at our annual reception!

📅 Wednesday, Sept 9
⏰ 5 – 6:30 pm
📍 Hale Center, MLK Jr. Auditorium

We're gearing up for a season of cryptids this fall! Stay tuned for some important announcements coming soon.
08/31/2026

We're gearing up for a season of cryptids this fall! Stay tuned for some important announcements coming soon.

In three weeks: Discover how the "narrative genesis of film" began not in a studio, but in Giotto’s 14th-century frescoe...
08/28/2026

In three weeks: Discover how the "narrative genesis of film" began not in a studio, but in Giotto’s 14th-century frescoes. We’re exploring the visual link between masters like Caravaggio and modern icons like Kubrick and Spielberg. With actor, director and art historian Peter Weller.

📍 The Faculty Club at The Ohio State University
📅 Friday, September 18
⏰ 7 - 8:30 pm
🎟️ FREE and open to the public! Follow the link for more information.

Arts and Sciences at Ohio State
History of Art Department-Ohio State University
The Ohio State University Department of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts
Intergalactic Science Fiction Club at OSU

Free food + time travel? Count us in. ⏳🍴Drop by the MedRen Food Fair for bite-sized samples of recipes straight from the...
08/27/2026

Free food + time travel? Count us in. ⏳🍴

Drop by the MedRen Food Fair for bite-sized samples of recipes straight from the archives, prepared by OSU students, faculty and guests. Tag someone who loves free food!
🗓 Thursday, Sept 10 | 5 – 7 pm
📍 Crane Cafe, Hagerty Hall
🎟 FREE & open to everyone

Arts and Sciences at Ohio State

Department of History at Ohio State
Buckeyes for Baking
Department of Comparative Studies at OSU

TOMORROW! We're offering a sneak peek into our fall programming- an artist talk about engaging with nature, an activist'...
08/27/2026

TOMORROW! We're offering a sneak peek into our fall programming- an artist talk about engaging with nature, an activist's tips on energizing advocacy, and we're talkin' Mothman and Ohio cryptids! You're going to want to get the scoop.

⏰ 6 pm (doors open at 5)
📍 The Rambling House
🎟️ Admission: FREE, all-ages, and open to the public!

Arts and Sciences at Ohio State
School of Music at The Ohio State University





In two weeks: What is Ethnic Studies? 📚 It’s the critical exploration of history, culture, identity and power—giving us ...
08/26/2026

In two weeks: What is Ethnic Studies? 📚 It’s the critical exploration of history, culture, identity and power—giving us the tools to understand our past and build community resilience for the future.
Come celebrate the start of the semester with us!

📅 Wednesday, Sept 9
⏰ 5 – 6:30 pm
📍 Hale Center, MLK Jr. Auditorium
👉Find the link to more info in the first comment.

TOMORROW! Throwback Crafts & Cryptid Magic! 👾🧪Relive your favorite childhood art projects:• Custom Slime Station• Perler...
08/26/2026

TOMORROW! Throwback Crafts & Cryptid Magic! 👾🧪
Relive your favorite childhood art projects:
• Custom Slime Station
• Perler Beads
• Shrinky D***s
• Velvet Mini-Paintings

1 to 4 pm
Hagerty Global Gallery (main entrance)

Find more information in the link in first comment.

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1775 College Road S, Hagerty 455
Columbus, OH
43210

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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