In an era of contentious politics and ideological polarization, many students are looking for opportunities to engage more constructively in public life. In the spirit of Ohio State’s motto – “Education for Citizenship” – the Practicing Civil Discourse for Citizenship certificate from the Center for Ethics and Human Values (CEHV) offers students the opportunity to learn more about, and to better practice, civil discourse. Students may also wish to demonstrate their commitment to civil discourse to potential employers.

This year, 17 students from across OSU’s colleges earned the Certificate by completing coursework, attending events, and participating in co-curricular programs. Congratulations!

• Elise Brown, Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Tyler Burgham, Political Science, Public Management, Leadership, and Policy (College of Arts and Sciences; John Glenn College of Public Affairs)
• Abby Cumming-Vukovic, Public Policy (John Glenn College of Public Affairs)
• Hayley Cymerman, Sociology and International Studies (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Megan Gantner, Philosophy, Politics, and Economics and English (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Khushi Jhatakia, Political Science and Public Affairs (College of Arts and Sciences) 
• Kandace Mcconnell, English (College of Arts and Sciences) 
• Kareena Mehra, Psychology on Pre-Law track (College of Arts and Sciences) 
• Asher Nathan, Political Science (College of Arts and Sciences) 
• Ava Nayar, Business Administration (Max M. Fisher College of Business)
• Theo Paeper, Psychology (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Mary Paydock, Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, and Music Performance (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Avah Rodgers, Finance (Max M. Fisher College of Business)
• Nathan Snizik, Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Anne Traver, World Politics and Communications (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Gracie Turner, Marketing (Max M. Fisher College of Business)
• Julian Yetsky, Public Management, Leadership and Policy (John Glenn College of Public Affairs)

Interested in joining? Visit our webpage for the Practicing Civil Discourse for Citizenship certificate to learn about the requirements and how to enroll.