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  • In the News: Ohio State's Safe Streets for Buckeyes Initiative Aims to Improve Pedestrian, Cyclist Safety with Student Input

    Nicole Holman | November 12, 2026
    As highlighted by The Lantern, Ohio State’s Safe Streets for Buckeyes initiative is developing a campus safety plan focused on protecting pedestrians, cyclists and other vulnerable roadway users. Supported by a $300,000 federal grant, the initiative aims to identify areas of concern, gather community feedback and recommend improvements to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes on campus and...
    bikes and scooters parked and locked to bike parking

  • Taking Safety for a Spin

    bartholomew.185@osu.edu | August 26, 2026
    As part of The Ohio State University’s Safe Streets for Buckeyes (SS4B) engagement efforts, university staff and community partners are experiencing campus streets from a different perspective on two wheels. Ohio State has hosted two bike audits in August, taking groups with a range of riding experience on a 7-mile loop of campus. The first audit included members of the campus Active...
    A group of people sitting on electric bicycles lined up, smiling.

  • Safe Streets for Buckeyes Steering Committee Launches Safety Planning Effort

    bartholomew.185@osu.edu | June 16, 2026
    A steering committee of 50 campus and community representatives gathered for the first meeting of the Safe Streets for Buckeyes planning study, a yearlong effort aimed at improving safety for pedestrians, cyclists and other vulnerable roadway users on and around campus. The project is a joint effort being led by Planning, Architecture and Real Estate (PARE) and Facilities Operations and...
    A woman standing on a small stage in front of a room of people with a projector screen behind her as she speaks into a microphone.

  • Listen to our newest podcast to learn how campus police make streets safer

    varcho.3@osu.edu | May 22, 2026
    From summer events to on and off-campus patrols, The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD) works year-round to keep the Buckeye community safe. In this month's City of Ohio State podcast , Lieutenant Bruce Allen highlights career opportunities, new safety initiatives and practical tips to help students stay informed, prevent crime and navigate campus with confidence.
    City of Ohio State Podcast logo with Lt Bruce Allen

  • Bike to Campus

    rahe.21@osu.edu | September 23, 2025
    Buckeyes pedaled their way to a greener lifestyle at the Buckeye Bike Hub during the Bike to Campus event. Attendees enjoyed discounted tune-ups, free labor for initial repairs, free bike locks and refreshments. The event was hosted in collaboration with Facilities Operations and Development, Office of Student Life Recreational Sports, and Transportation and Traffic Management.
    New bike hub

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