Homecoming Weekend
Oct. 6-7, 2023
Greetings alumni! The College of Nursing and Nursing Alumni Society along with a host of students, faculty, staff and a new dean await your return to campus. We look forward to welcoming you back home to campus this fall for Homecoming! This year we will be honoring all graduates from years ending in "3" or "8". Not a milestone year? Come anyway—all alumni and guests are welcome!
Registration Information
To register by phone, call the Alumni Association’s Customer Service Line at 800-762-5646 or 614-292-2281.
When registering by phone, you can:
- Sign up and pay for Homecoming activities
- Become a sustaining member of the Nursing Alumni Society by donating $25 or more to the College of Nursing.
To register online, visit go.osu.edu/NursingHomecomingRegistration2023.
Registration will open Friday, June 16, and close Friday, September 15 at 5 p.m. EST.
Football Tickets
The Department of Athletics will provide a College of Nursing promo code to purchase football tickets for Homecoming.
- The Department of Athletics has provided a College of Nursing promo code to purchase football tickets for Homecoming. To purchase using the code, click here and follow the instructions that will expand below.
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1. Click on this unique link.
2. Once the Ohio Stadium Virtual Venue loads, click the number of seats you wish to purchase in the top bar.
3. The section(s) assigned to your group will have a green dot hovering over the section. Click into the section assigned to your group to see actual seat availability.
Note: If you do not see any available seats, change the option on the “Select your View” panel to see seats potentially under the C deck overhang
If you need wheelchair-accessible seats, click the Accessible toggle and available wheelchair seats will appear as available, although they will likely not be in the same section as your group. If no wheelchair-accessible seats are available, we encourage you to purchase in your group’s block and then contact the Athletics Ticket Office via email to athletic.tix@osu.edu to exchange your seats.
4. Select the seats you’d like to purchase directly from the map and click Add to Cart
5. When prompted, sign-in to your Athletics Ticket Office account or Ticketmaster account
6. At the shopping cart, review your selection then click Check Out
7. Enter your form of payment or select one already in your account, accept the Terms and Conditions, and select Pay Today to complete your transaction. You will receive a confirmation page and an email as well.
All tickets are mobile only. As soon as your order is confirmed, your mobile tickets will be ready to manage in your Ohio State Buckeyes Account. For information on managing your mobile tickets, please visit our Digital Ticketing Guide.
If you are experiencing any issues, contact the Athletics Ticket Office at via email to athletic.tix@osu.edu, via livechat, or by phone at 1-800-GOBUCKS. Customer service staff is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET.
Ohio State will employ mobile-only ticketing for all events moving forward, enabling contactless entry into Ohio Stadium and other athletics venues. Offering greater convenience and safety, fans can access their ticket online, transfer to family and friends, utilize Buckeyes TicketExchange, or donate tickets to charity. Download the official Ohio State Buckeyes app to access and manage your mobile tickets. For more information on mobile tickets, visit the Digital Ticketing Guide.
College of Nursing Class Giving Challenge
Each year individuals in classes celebrating their reunion (this year it’s 1963, 1968, 1973, 1978, 1983, 1988, 1993, 1998, 2003, 2008, 2013 and 2018) give back to honor the anniversary of their College of Nursing education. In addition to, or in lieu of, attending your reunion on Oct. 6-7, we hope you will join your classmates in supporting your class gift. Your gift enables the college to meet ever-changing opportunities and challenges through innovative programming, student financial support, career services and more. Make a gift now!
Schedule of Events
- Friday, Oct. 6
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8:30-9 a.m.
Coffee and Historical Uniform Display
Heminger Hall atriumJoin us for coffee and view a display of historic nursing uniforms from the Medical Heritage Center Health Sciences Library.
9-9:45 a.m.
Healthy Cooking Demo (Breakfast)
Barbara and Lawrence Berger Demonstration KitchenSample healthy morning snacks, view a live cooking demonstration and learn about the benefits of eating nutritious flavorful meals with Wexner Medical Center Department of Nutrition.
10-10:45 a.m.
11-11:45 a.m.
Tours
Tour departs from Heminger Hall atriumTake a tour of our Technology Learning Complex or Innovation Studio and Virtual Reality Lab.
Noon to 1 p.m.
50th Class Luncheon
Heminger 130Members of the Class of 1973 and a guest are invited to enjoy a luncheon hosted by our dean.
Noon to 1 p.m.
Lunch and Learn
Heminger 100TOPIC: Creating Partnerships that Support Wellness
SPEAKER: Alice M. Teall, DNP, APRN-CNP, NC-BC, FAANP, FNAP
This activity will award 1.0 contact hour of continuing education. Successful completion requires your attendance for 80 percent of the session and submission of an evaluation form. The Ohio State University College of Nursing is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.Noon to 1 p.m.
Class of 1968 Luncheon
Heminger 380
Members of the Class of 1968 and a guest are invited to a private lunch. To RSVP, contact Olivia Cotton at
cotton.1096@osu.edu.1-2 p.m.
State of the College Address with Dean Rose and Leadership Q&A
Heminger 100Our new dean will highlight the recent exciting accomplishments of the college, share her vision for the future and announce the leader of the class giving competition.
2-3 p.m.
Guided Campus Tour
Heminger Hall atriumShuttle tour or walking tour options (shuttle space is limited)
6-8 p.m.
Nursing Alumni Society Awards Dinner
Invitation onlyNursing Alumni Society Award winners and their families will join Alumni Society board members and college leadership to honor their professional accomplishments.
- Saturday, Oct. 7
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9 a.m.
Nursing Alumni Society Tailgate
Heminger Hall atrium$25 Adults/$15 Children (age 12 and under)
Join nursing alumni and guests for the annual Homecoming tailgate before the Buckeyes take
on the Terrapins!Noon
Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Maryland
Ohio StadiumFootball ticket information can be found here.
FAQs
- When can I register for College of Nursing Homecoming events?
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Registration will open Friday, June 16 and close Friday, September 15 at 5 p.m. EST.
- How do I register for College of Nursing Homecoming events?
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To register, call the Alumni Association’s Customer Service Line at 800-762-5646 or 614-292-2281 or visit go.osu.edu/NursingHomecomingRegistration2023.
When registering by phone, you can:
- Sign up and pay for Homecoming activities
- Become a sustaining member of the Nursing Alumni Society by donating $25 or more to the College of Nursing.
To confirm your registration, contact Olivia Cotton at cotton.1096@osu.edu or 614-688-2255.
Registration will open Friday, June 16, and close Friday, September 15 at 5 p.m. EST.
- What is included in the Nursing Alumni Society tailgate?
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Join nursing alumni and friends and enjoy a buffet, cash bar and live music.
- Am I eligible to purchase football tickets?
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The Athletics Ticket Office has created a specific link with a promo code to be used to purchase your tickets from live inventory via their Ohio State Athletics Ticket Office account.
Link and details to purchase your tickets can be found here.
Ohio State will employ mobile-only ticketing for all events moving forward, enabling contactless entry into Ohio Stadium and other athletics venues. Offering greater convenience and safety, fans can access their ticket online, transfer to family and friends, utilize Buckeyes TicketExchange, or donate tickets to charity. Download the official Ohio State Buckeyes app to access and manage your mobile tickets. For more Information on mobile tickets, visit the Digital Ticketing Guide.
- Where do I pick up my football tickets?
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Link and details to purchase your tickets can be found here.
- Where are the accessible parking spots on campus?
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Check back in mid-August for more details.
- How else can I learn what’s going on during Homecoming weekend?
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In addition to finding information on this page we encourage you to follow College of Nursing and Ohio State’s social media outlets. Be sure to use the hashtags: #HomecomingOSU, #BuckeyeForLife, and #BuckeyeNurse!
- What do I wear?
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While there is no dress code, we encourage you to wear scarlet and gray. You can refer to photos from Homecoming Weekend 2022 for ideas. If you will attend the tailgate, please dress accordingly for the day’s weather.
- Who is my class chair and how do I contact them?
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2023 Class Chairs
- 1963
Olivia Cotton
cotton.1096@osu.edu
614-688-2255
- 1968
Elaine Smith Keckley
sek4601@yahoo.com
614-491-2857
Betsey Dennis Frank
betsyfrank@msn.com
812-236-3358
Patric Bauer O'Brien
patricobrien46@gmail.com
614-981-6372
- 1973
Cheryl Schmidt
schmidtcherylk@gmail.com
501-840-1795
- 1978
Kathleen Binzel Bringardner
kbringardner@gmail.com
717-334-7198
Ann Livingston Farah
alfarah@yahoo.com
440-655-8323
- 1983
Kelly Kranz
kelly.kranz@nationwidechildrens.org
614-668-5089
- 1988
Olivia Cotton
cotton.1096@osu.edu
614-688-2255
- 1993
Olivia Cotton
cotton.1096@osu.edu
614-688-2255
- 1998
Olivia Cotton
cotton.1096@osu.edu
614-688-2255
- 2003
Olivia Cotton
cotton.1096@osu.edu
614-688-2255
- 2008
Caroline Marshall Shults
caroline1223@gmail.com
614-832-4222
Jennifer Weiner
jweiner86@gmail.com
614-313-9373
- 2013
Olivia Cotton
cotton.1096@osu.edu
614-688-2255
- 2018
Olivia Cotton
cotton.1096@osu.edu
614-688-2255
- 1963
Hotel Information
The following hotels are located within a few miles of The Ohio State University.
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
614-447-1212
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus/OSU, OH
1576 W Lane Ave, Columbus, OH 43221
614-488-1500
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus OSU
3031 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
614-267-1111
- Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area
3232 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
614-263-7200
- Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area
3160 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
614-268-8700
- Marriott Columbus University Area
3100 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
614-447-9777
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus OSU
1421 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43212
614-297-9912
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
614-447-1212
- Staybridge Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
3125 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
614-262-6900
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus/OSU, OH
1576 W Lane Ave, Columbus, OH 43221
614-488-1500