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AI Fluency Initiative

This initiative will ensure that every Ohio State student, beginning with the class of 2029, graduates fluent in the application of AI in their field of study.

Featured Stories

Expanded Exam Monitoring: Honorlock App Now an Option for Instructors

Learning Systems | December 12, 2025

Learning Systems has enabled the Honorlock App as additional functionality for instructors already using Honorlock. If instructors use this option, students will be asked to download and install a separate app. The app runs in the background while students take their Honorlock-enabled exams using Chrome with the Honorlock Extension enabled.
In the News: Ohio State IDM Team Recognized in ORCID US Community Awards

Beth Varcho | December 10, 2025

The Ohio State University’s Identity and Access Management (IDM) team has received national recognition for their expertise and collaborative spirit in supporting the use of ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) across higher education institutions. The team was highlighted in the December 2025 ORCID US Community Newsletter for their contributions to the ORCID Auth integration process.
Updated Microsoft 365 Login Verification Launches in January 2026

Beth Varcho | December 10, 2025

Ohio State will update the Microsoft 365 login experience for students Jan. 5–8, 2026, adding a brief “Verification Required” step before BuckeyePass to support new Microsoft security standards. When your account transitions, you’ll be logged out once and prompted to sign back in to complete the familiar BuckeyePass verification.
Attend our Webinar to Learn to Responsibly Manage Your Digital Storage

Beth Varcho | November 24, 2025

Join us to explore the storage options available to faculty, staff, and students—OneDrive, Teams and more. These sessions are ONLY open to faculty and staff at the university; the Medical Center has different storage solutions so advice provided may not apply.
In the News: Excellence Made Possible Through Brilliant Basics

Annie Furia | November 17, 2025

Rob Lowden serves as Vice President and Chief Information Officer of The Ohio State University, where he leads the Office of Technology and Digital Innovation. He oversees enterprise IT, cybersecurity, data and analytics, and digital learning during a critical phase of transformation and growth. With more than 25 years of experience, he is widely regarded as a forward-looking technology leader in...