Paying for that double major might pay off during economic slumps

Sometimes less is more, but when it comes to choosing a major, Ohio State researchers found taking on two can offer protection during futur…

FAFSA changes, what to expect in upcoming year

In the upcoming year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid will offer expanded access to federal Pell Grants — loans that do not need repaid — and change some of the methods used to simplify the process for students, as part of the final stage in the FAFSA Simplification Act, which passed in 2020.

Alum casting families in need for season two of ‘Opportunity Knock$’

Award-winning, unscripted television series “Opportunity Knock$” is casting Columbus families for its second season shooting this fall. …

Board of trustees approves tuition increase for freshmen and out-of-state students

Last month, just a few weeks before students began to arrive on campus, the University Board of Trustees approved a raise in tuition and fees for b…

Goodbye Grad School: How to manage anxiety, money after graduation

Leaving Ohio State and entering the real world after a graduate program is a common cause of anxiety for many students as they approach graduation.

New year, no fear: resources to meet your New Year’s resolutions

A new year comes with resolutions, and many in the Ohio State community might choose to take up some. From starting a new workout plan to raising a struggling GPA, it can be difficult to maintain goals without access to the right resources. The Lantern has compiled a list to assist with a variety of New Year’s goals.

USG announces free 1-year subscription to The New York Times for Ohio State community

The Undergraduate Student Government announced free digital access to The New York Times for students, faculty and staff Nov. 1, including access to all articles and games.

Student workers react to initial rejection of proposed minimum wage amendment to Ohio Constitution

Ohio State student workers responded to Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost’s rejection of a proposed amendment to the Ohio Constitution Oct. 14 that would raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 per hour by Jan. 1, 2028.

Student workers react to Ohio’s minimum wage increase

Ohio’s minimum wage is set to increase to $10.10 per hour for non-tipped employees and $5.05 per hour for tipped employees Jan. 1, 2023 in alignment with Ohio’s Constitution and inflation rates.

Economic impact report for 2019: Ohio State generates almost $20 billion for state’s economy, over $341 million from students

Ohio State had an estimated $19.6 billion impact on the state economy in 2019, according to its Sept. 14 economic impact report.