Statement from The Ohio State University regarding the conviction of Professor Roger Blackwell on insider trading charges

"The University has been notified by the Fisher College of Business of Professor Roger Blackwell's retirement, effective immediately. While he has had a distinguished career at the University, Professor Blackwell's conviction on a series of charges related to insider trading is contrary to the high standards of conduct we expect from our faculty. The University is reviewing matters related to the naming rights associated with the Blackwell Inn."