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OSU Urban Engagement

Extension’s strategic approach to Ohio’s urban influence and urban-suburban-rural interdependencies.

Strengthening Connections Along the Urban-Rural Continuum, Strengthens Ohio
With a presence in all Ohio communities, OSU Extension continues to advance engagement with rural, suburban, and urban Ohioans. Shifts in demographic characteristics and community conditions requires unique strategies to bring people and ideas together in ways that are relevant locally, responsive statewide, and recognized nationally.

Ohio’s Distinct Urban Influence
With 11.8 million residents, Ohio is the seventh most populous state in the nation. More than 50% of Ohio residents live in 10 of the 88 counties. Ohio has six cities with populations of more than 100,000. Only 12 other states have more cities of this size. What to know more about urban influence?

OSU Extension – Perfect Match for the City
As a Land-Grant, Urban Serving, Carnegie Engaged University, Ohio State addresses Ohio’s urban influence and connections along the urban-rural continuum. 

For more information, take a look at this page for stories about urban Extension in Ohio or checkout the highlights section.

News

  1. National Urban Extension Leaders North Central Regional Conference 2023

    Apr 10, 2023

    Join your urban Extension colleagues June 6-9 for the 2023 North Central Regional Conference and the biannual meeting of the NUEL Steering Committee. The conference provides an opportunity to engage with colleagues from the region and across the country as we advance urban Extension efforts in 2023. 

  2. New Urban Position with Ohio State University Extension

    Feb 27, 2023

    The Urban Extension Specialist in the Department of Extension is a senior-level faculty 12-month position with a 60% Extension appointment and 40% applied research and teaching. The position will be located on the Columbus campus of The Ohio State University, will address the OSU RAISE theme of Race, Economic Opportunity, and Leadership and will foster a dynamic hub of innovation linking the priorities of urban communities with university assets.

  3. Reflecting on Our Past and Looking Ahead for 2023

    Feb 17, 2023

    Ohio’s urban influence extends throughout the state, reflecting the unique context of each community. Multiple metropolitan areas link Ohio’s urban, suburban, and rural interests. Check out what we've been up to and what's ahead for 2023 (PDF).

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