Campus Life

Dr. Frank Dobson (left) and Jeff King (right) are the newest DEI leaders at Otterbein

Abby Vitali · November 28

New DEI leaders seek to create a "beloved community" at Otterbein

In their new roles as Chief Diversity Officer and Director of the Office of Social Justice and Activism, Jeff King and Dr. Frank Dobson Jr., respectively, are striving to create a beloved community where all Otterbein student voices are heard and represented.

Sophomores Mark Wischmeyr, Luke Crockett and Tord Heskestad enter their room at 25 W. Home St.

Ellie Newman · November 22

Residential student population steadily increases since drop in fall of 2020

After a drop in the number of students living on campus during the COVID-19 pandemic, the on-campus population has once again surpassed 50% of the student body. Otterbein has goals of reaching 55% in the near future.

Cory and Shari Foltz talk about their son Stone during their presentation in Cowan Hall. Stone died as a result of hazing in March of 2021.

Hope Beverick · November 20

The iamstonefoltz FOUNDATION warns Otterbein about the dangers of hazing

The Foltz family, whose son Stone died in March of 2021 as a result of a hazing ritual, visited campus to tell their story and educate the campus on both hazing and alcohol intake.

Students compete in the playoffs for Otterbein's Cornhole League on Nov. 9.

Beau Burtscher · November 15

Recreational sports come back to student life at Otterbein

Recreational sports are officially back in swing with two brand new competitive leagues for students at Otterbein.

Hayden Garrett · October 28

Flickering lights, shifting furniture spur rumors of ghostly hauntings

With Halloween around the corner, T&C takes a look at Otterbein's resident ghost, that of a theater student named Twyla Tharp. But despite the legend's long lifespan, questions still remain regarding its authenticity.

A Little Night Music closed its curtains on Oct. 1.

Abby Vitali · October 25

Otterbein Theatre's A Little Night Music takes innovative risk

The Otterbein Theatre Department presented a unique spin on the musical A Little Night Music during the shows run from Sept. 22 to Oct. 1.

A bullet-pointed journal of one student's responsibilities for a week

Abby Vitali · October 8

Overbooking continues to plague Otterbein students

As midterms approach, T&C writer Abby Vitali looks at a new academic epidemic - student burnout.

Antionette Greene and Jason Jenkins, pictured here during Homecoming 2002

Lilly Peter · October 1

Otterbein's first African American homecoming queen and king reflect on their experiences and push for change

Antionette Greene and Jason Jenkins made history at Otterbein when she won the crown in 2003, but says she faced pushback and indifference for doing so

A Gal Named Cinda Lou sells vintage items in Westerville, OH

Lilly Peter · September 14

Old souls find a home in uptown Westerville

Cinda Lou gives customers a place to relax and find new treasures.

Hermon Tesfaldet · April 27

Otterthon raises $8000 for Children's Miracle Network Hospital

The event returned to campus after a three-year absence and met the donation total from their last event in 2019 at $8000.

New President and Vice President for OUSG

Logan Folian · April 26

OUSG announces newest student representatives for 2022-23 school year

Meet Otterbein's newest student government representatives. Elections concluded on March 27, 2022.

Shay Locke dons their graduation cords prior to the ceremony, which is to be held on May 1, 2022.

Sam Shalvey · April 25

At least 11 different Otterbein University departments to give out cords at 2022 graduation

As graduation approaches, students have received their cords. At least eleven different departments will be represented at graduation with cords.

Amy Hissrich · April 24

Otterbein remembers Terri Jones for her contagious positivity

Terri Jones worked as the administrative assistant for the Counseling Center up until her passing earlier this semester.

The Promise House SWIPES Program allows for students donate swipes for others that are in need of them

Cierra Clemons · April 22

Promise House offers students chance to donate swipes

The Promise House SWIPES Program offers students the opportunity to donate their swipes to the Promise House for students in need of meals.

Josie Meridith · April 18

Otterbein IT works to uncover a permanent fix for crashes plaguing Self-Service Banner

Otterbein IT department works to stop Self-Service Banner from crashing during registration week.

Renovation begins in the Cardinal's Nest as a part of Phase 1 of the Campus Center renovations

Sean Moneypenny · April 12

Campus Center renovations begin after two year delay

After much anticipation, Otterbein's renovation of the Campus Center is underway and includes many updates to make the building more accessible.

The Otterbein orchestra rehearses for their concert

Hermon Tesfaldet · April 11

After two years, the Student Composers Concert of Original Works has returned to Otterbein

The Student Composers Concert of Original Works has returned to Otterbein after a two-year hiatus incited by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Otterbein's LGBTQIA+ student organization, FreeZone, hosted the "Other Prom" on April 8 from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Sam Shalvey · April 8

FreeZone’s Other Prom to take place for the first time since 2019

Otterbein's LGBTQIA+ student organization, FreeZone, will be hosting the "Other Prom" on April 8 from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Yasmeen Khafagy prepares a donation bin for the Ramadan Food Drive

Hermon Tesfaldet · April 6

Otterbein hosts a Ramadan food drive on campus

With the beginning of Ramadan, Otterbein University's Center for Community Engagements (CCE) office is now partnering with the Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS) with the goal of collecting non-perishable food items to provide to families in central Columbus.

Josie Meridith · April 5

Seniors are invited to the Grad Fair in preparation for graduation

Campus Center to host the Grad Fair for seniors to get their caps and gowns and have some possible questions answered

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