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SSI, University Libraries celebrate Jesse Owens’ legacy 90 years after Berlin
by Noah Adkins
To much of the world, Jesse Owens is the four-time Olympic gold medalist who made history in Berlin.
To his grandchildren, he was simply Granddad.
The…
Jesse Owens’ grandchildren reflect on family memories, enduring lessons ahead of Sept. 18 event
By Reilly Cahill
For Stuart Owens Rankin and Marlene Hemphill Dortch, memories of their grandfather Jesse Owens are not limited to four gold medals or Olympic history.
They…
SSI Launches Year-Long Career Readiness Series for Students Interested in Sports Jobs
Students interested in building a career in sports will have a new opportunity to prepare throughout the academic year through the Sports and Society Institute’s Career Readiness Series.
SSI…
SSI Launches Sports Passport to Help Students Share More Ohio State Sports Experiences
The Sports and Society Institute is giving students a new way to explore Ohio State athletics, connect with the sports community and earn prizes along the way.
The new SSI Sports…
SSI Director Nicole Kraft named Columbus Sports Community Champion
Nicole Kraft, director of The Ohio State University Sports and Society Institute, has been named the Summer 2026 Columbus Sports Community Champion by the Greater Columbus Sports Commission.
Former Ohio State scholar Megan Chawansky brings global sports perspective to SSI
By Reilly Cahill
Megan Chawansky thought she had her career path figured out.
After earning three All-Big Ten honors and becoming the sixth-leading scorer in Northwestern…
Beyond Berlin: Jesse Owens’ Legacy Lives On in Media
By Noah Adkins
On Aug. 3, 1936, Jesse Owens stood atop the podium in Berlin after winning gold in the 100-meter dash.
Over the next coming days, Owens added three more gold…
Katie Smith among six leaders honored by Sports and Society Institute
The Ohio State University Sports and Society Institute will recognize six leaders whose work has made a lasting impact on sports, research, career development and the next generation of sports…
SSI Welcome Week Connects Students With Careers, Community and Opportunity
By Reilly Cahill
Before thousands of Ohio State students crossed the Oval for the first day of classes, the Sports and Society Institute brought together new and returning students…