Story Ideas for Media 4-13-18

ROTC Wellness Boot Camp in the ‘Shoe – April 16. Ohio State faculty, staff, students, central Ohio first responders and anyone who wants to participate in a great workout in Ohio Stadium are invited to participate in the second annual ROTC Wellness Boot Camp in the 'Shoe, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Monday April 16. This unique fitness competition hosted by Buckeye Wellness and the Ohio State ROTC will provide you and your team of up to six people with a great boot camp-style workout. Registration is free. Details and a link to the registration form is available here. CONTACT:Lainie Bradshaw, Bradshaw.162@osu.edu, 937-776-2335.

Hospitality industry supports Big Dish to benefit hospitality management students – April 16.Hospitality management students will present the seventh annual Big Dish at 5 p.m. on Monday, April 16 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, Short North Ballroom, 400 North High St. Big Dish is gala evening attended by the hospitality industry, such as Marriott International, Wasserstrom and White Castle. Students plan and execute the event, thanks to training in guest services, event planning and more. Guidance comes from the Hospitality Management Advisory Board, including Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, which will provide the 500 plated meals. Proceeds provide scholarships and more for students majoring in hospitality management, a program of the College of Education and Human Ecology. The event includes a VIP reception at 5 p.m.; networking reception at 5:45 p.m.; program with dinner at 7 p.m. and dessert networking reception at 8:15 p.m. CONTACT: Janet Ciccone.2@osu.edu, 614-292-5338. SEE: https://u.osu.edu/thebigdish/

Bell National Resource Center Recognition Ceremony – April 17. The ceremony acknowledges African American males who have persisted and experienced academic success at The Ohio State University. In addition, students, faculty/staff, and community professionals are commended for their leadership and service to the African American male population at Ohio State and in the community. SEE: https://odi.osu.edu/bell-national-resource-center/events/recognition-ceremony/. CONTACT: Dan Thomas, thomas.921@osu.edu.