Student Spotlight- Jin Liang

Jin, he him his, is a first year Humanities Scholar from Cleveland Ohio. “I’m currently majoring in Psychology; I’ve started a minor in Sociology, and I plan on doing Cognitive Science minor and a Communications minor as well. My biggest hobby is drawing and painting, and I really like modern abstract art (but I also like playing video games and reading but these are kind of vanilla and lame, so we don’t talk about them).” Jin’s fun fact is that he is technically an award-winning artist as he was awarded 3rd place in the Congressional Art Competition regionals. You can see some of his drawings included on this post. His favorite Humanities memory has to be the Chicago trip, “I loved every single second of that trip. Even though the musical and art museums and stuff were really cool to see, my favorite aspect of the trip is that I was able to not only share but also make these precious experiences and memories with friends.”

 

 

Doc & Talk: Five Foot Two

On Thursday September 19, 2019 the academic committee of the leadership council put on a Doc & Talk for Lady Gaga’s Five Foot Two. The documentary beautifully illustrated the highlights and lowlights of stardom and immersed the viewer into Gaga’s hectic world. After viewing the documentary together, we all discussed our initial thoughts and feelings about the film. We discussed how the film did a great job of humanizing the larger than life icon that is Lady Gaga. The documentary starts at the beginning of one of Lady Gaga’s days with no explanation. This helps the viewer get acquainted to Gaga’s crazy lifestyle and busy schedule. The documentary didn’t just show Gaga at her best, it revealed the mental and physical pains she has to overcome on a daily basis. This made her relatable. The audience was able to see Lady Gaga’s struggles and watch as she worked to overcome them. Towards the end of our discussion we got on the topic of the insane pressure Lady Gaga must feel trying to please her fans and the outside world. She always has eyes on her and has to always look perfect while in public. Although she talks of how comfortable in her own skin, she is constantly asking how she looks. This reveals that body image is an everyday challenge that you have to win to feel good in your own skin. Each day brings on a new insecurity that you have to fight off. Even if you are a famous icon. This documentary was brilliantly executed and very enlightening. The conversation that followed the documentary was engaging and educational. The Doc & Talk was a great way to have important conversations with fellow Humanties Scholars.

Welcome Week – ft your LC

 

 

 

Your LC members have been working hard to give a HUGE welcome to our #New2OSU and returning scholars. On the left, you can see Jordan who shared this picture of some scholars decorating doors in Baker Easter. In the middle is our fearless Food Tour group and on the right is a snapshot of the Humanities Cookout, set up by your LC. We work hard for YOU so never hesitate to reach out with suggestions or to even work with us to lead your own event. Our students have such diverse interests and brilliantly fun ideas – bring on the new year!

1st Year Retreat – 2019

At this year’s retreat I met so many fun and interesting people that got me pumped for the school year. We went to the ARC for some games including “this or that,” limbo, and conversation starters. Waffles or pancakes? Waffles. Who has the most embarrassing story? Miicah. We then got convocation t-shirts, met mentors, and ate some good food! What a day; freshman went on to the Honors & Scholars Launch then the Involvement Fair. I stopped by the fair to snag some free plants and meet friends. How was your first day of Welcome Week?


Running Club

This last weekend (April 13 and 14) was NIRCA Nationals for Running Club at Miami University. Running Club is an organization that I have been apart of for the last two years, and am an officer for the upcoming 2019-2020 year. This meet happens once a year and is the National Championship among club track teams all over the country! From competing against schools like Michigan and Penn State, all the way to Stanford and Clemson, this meet lets collegiate club track teams compete against each other and gives us the chance to meet students from all over the country. Ohio State Running Club performed great this weekend, with many athletes (including my 4×1!) placing within top 9! This is such a fun meet and makes me realize how much I enjoy running! Join Running Club at Ohio State.

Catherine Carey, 2nd Year Humanities

 

End of the Year Celebration!

Tonight was the End of the Year Party! It was so much fun, and the food was so good. Here is a picture of my food with my friend Catherine’s food. I met her through Humanities, and now we will be living together next year in an off-campus house. I hope that everyone has the best summer, and I can’t wait for next year! – Alix Wheatman, 2nd Year Humanities Scholar

Project PB&J

Project PB&J is currently underway in the Baker East Rec Room! We have many volunteers helping us make sandwiches and snack packs for those in need.

Student Spotlight

4th year Humanities Scholar, Michael Bach, was featured in this week’s Honors & Scholars newsletter. In this article, he speaks highly of his time in Scholars, as well as his other involvements, which include Psychology Club, SMART Lab, and the Mortar Board Senior Honorary. After graduation he plans on working for the AmeriCorps City Year program in Columbus. Click the link to read the full article! We are so proud of all the amazing things our students are doing.

https://honors-scholars.osu.edu/news/Lists/Posts/Post.aspx?ID=186