Holbrook to discuss ‘New Campus’ initiative with community leaders

Ohio State University President Karen A. Holbrook will outline an initiative the university is undertaking with Battelle Memorial Institute that will expand the region’s science, technology and education infrastructure as a foundation for economic growth in remarks to the Grandview/Marble Cliff, Upper Arlington and Clintonville Chambers of Commerce at a joint annual meeting.

The event is set for noon on Thursday (4/8) at the Buckeye Hall of Fame Cafe, 1421 Olentangy River Road.

In her talk, Holbrook will discuss how the “New Campus” initiative will link campus activities, research, arts and entertainment and residential living on a single campus and will create new research and business opportunities at the same time.

Holbrook’s talk will be followed by a Q-and-A session. Ted Celeste, president of the Grandview/Marble Cliff Chamber, will give opening remarks.

WHAT: President Karen A. Holbrook will discuss the “New Campus” initiative
with members of the Grandview/Marble Cliff, Upper Arlington and Clintonville Chambers of Commerce at a joint annual meeting

WHEN: noon on Thursday (4/8)

WHERE: Buckeye Hall of Fame Cafe, 1421 Olentangy River Road

WHY: To outline how a new Ohio State-Battelle initiative will expand the region’s science, technology and education infrastructure as a foundation for economic growth.