Thursday, November 20, 2008
2008 Ohio Summit on Children2008 Ohio Summit on Children Overall Mission Statement To provide leadership and resources for local communities to enhance the safety, well-being and permanent home environments for children using consistent, effective and fair processes throughout Ohio. |
Around the World in OhioTake a humorously entertaining trip with our host Dan Shellenbarger as he journeys to Ohio's international cities: places like Berlin - which has one of the largest Amish populations in the country, and Athens - recognized as one of the 13 most haunted places in the world. |
Columbus Metropolitan ClubThe Columbus Metropolitan Club hosts weekly forums, each focusing on a different topic of concern to the Columbus, Ohio region. Produced by OGT. |
Finer With AgeFiner With Age is a monthly program featuring discussions of topics concerning Ohio's senior citizens. Hosted by the Director of the Ohio Department of Aging. |
Remarkable OhioThe Ohio Historical Markers identify, commemorate and honor the important people, places and events that have contributed to the state's rich history. The Ohio Historical Markers Program, administered by the Ohio Historical Society, is a vital educational tool, informing residents and visitors about significant aspects of Ohio's past. |
State of the State AddressThe annual address presented by the Governor of Ohio, highlighting the goals and accomplishments of the state. Held as a joint session of the Ohio General Assembly in the House Chambers of the Ohio Statehouse. |
Textbook Affordability SymposiumThe Textbook Affordability Symposium was held for college students, faculty, administration and other higher education officials on April 29 at Columbus State Community College in Columbus. The purpose of the symposium was to share ideas and practices for making college textbooks more affordable for college and university students across the state. The symposium featured a review of recent studies related to textbook costs, successful models University System of Ohio colleges and universities use to make textbooks more affordable, and information on other proposed initiatives, as well as updates provided on recently introduced state and federal textbook affordability legislation. |
The Governor's Conversation on EducationStarting in late July 2008, Governor Ted Strickland will host 12 "Conversations on Education Reform" throughout every region of Ohio. The conversations will focus on the seven principles for education reform the governor laid out in his state of the state address as well as specific policy ideas for making Ohio's schools among the best in the world. At each town hall meeting, Governor Strickland will give local citizens the opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas on creating a system of education that is innovative, personalized and linked to economic prosperity in Ohio. The meetings will be broadcast on local PBS stations and streamed live on the Web. Local citizens and educators not attending the event will gather for watch parties and discussions in response to the Governor's meetings. |
Veterans Hall of Fame Induction CeremonyThis annual event recognizes inductees to the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame, which has inducted more than 560 veterans since its inception in 1992. Each year, an executive committee, made up of representatives from Ohio's veterans organizations, selects 20 inductees from applications received from across the state and nation. Our inductees are leaders in a variety of areas including business, entertainment and education. Most importantly though, they all have made significant impacts on their communities. Inductees into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame served their country honorably in a branch of military service and continued to serve their communities, state and nation after discharge. |
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