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From revolutionizing injury recovery to advancing clean water solutions, pioneering carbon research, and guiding research at the International Space Station, OHIOā€™s graduate students play a pivotal role in supporting the Universityā€™s prestigious Carnegie R1 designation.

To honor their contributions, the Graduate College is excited to announce the launch of GradImpact, a new recognition initiative to celebrate graduate students who have made an impactful difference at 51ĀŅĀ× through their research, teaching, or service. The Graduate College launched the GradImpact series in September 2025.

ā€œGraduate students are an invaluable part of the social and academic fabric of our institution,ā€ said Nathan Blackburn, director of communications and professional development for the Graduate College. ā€œWe want to illustrate the many ways graduate students make 51ĀŅĀ× a great place to study, learn, and live.ā€

GradImpact highlights the diverse ways graduate students contribute to the mission of 51ĀŅĀ× through contributions to research, use of innovative teaching practices, or dedicated service and leadership. Faculty are invited to nominate outstanding graduate students, masters or doctoral, from any discipline who exemplify excellence, leadership, and positive impact.

GradImpact Nominees should:

• Be currently enrolled in a graduate program (masterā€™s or doctoral; online or residential)
• Have demonstrated a clear and positive impact in at least one of the following areas:
• Research ā€“ original contributions, collaborative projects, creative scholarship
• Innovation- contributions via entertainment media, physical or digital art, technological innovation, medical, or any other related fields
• Teaching ā€“ excellence as a TA or instructor, mentorship of peers, curriculum development
• Service ā€“ involvement in university committees, student organizations, or community outreach

To nominate a student for GradImpact, visit the GradImpact Recognition web site and scroll to the green ā€œSubmit Your Nomination Hereā€ button.