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  • Supporting Sustainable Operations Through Campus Waste Data

    bartholomew.185@osu.edu | February 3, 2026
    The results are in from Facilities Operations and Development’s (FOD) 2025 Waste Characterization Study, which examined waste and recycling across Ohio State’s Columbus campus. This study was made possible through funding from Coca-Cola Consolidated, supporting the university’s ongoing resource stewardship efforts. The study revealed a clear opportunity: more than half of what is currently thrown...
    A view of a recycling bin where trash and a banana peel are seen.

  • Slideshow: FOD Operations Crews Clear Campus During Winter Storm Fern

    Jake Rahe | January 30, 2026
    FOD crews worked around the clock to keep campus roads and pathways clear for students to return to campus Wednesday morning after Columbus received nearly a foot of snow during winter storm Fern. Crews cleared 12” inches of snow across 130 miles of campus sidewalk and 40 miles of campus roads during below-zero temperatures. Check out these timelapses to see how much snow fell on the South Oval...
    Snow plow clearing snow on campus

  • FOD Achieves Industry Milestone for Workplace Safety Performance

    Nicole Holman | January 27, 2026
    Facilities Operations and Development (FOD) reached an exciting achievement in workplace safety—one that reflects the hard work, vigilance and shared commitment of facilities operations teams on Ohio State’s Columbus campus. Throughout the year, workplace safety metrics are closely monitored to understand trends, identify risks and continuously improve how staff stay safe on the job. One of the...
    Orton Hall and oval with snow

  • Be Prepared for Winter Weather

    January 22, 2026
    Safety is the university’s top priority, and Facilities Operations and Development (FOD), CampusParc, Transportation and Traffic Management (TTM), and the Department of Public Safety work together to offer services during the winter months to keep you safe. As snow and ice start to collect, FOD teams are dispatched to treat campus roadways and sidewalks. They remain on campus throughout the day...
    Orton Hall and The Oval covered in snow

  • FOD's Molly Kathleen Recognized in USAC Spotlight

    bartholomew.185@osu.edu | January 16, 2026
    Molly Kathleen, Zero Waste Manager for Facilities Operations and Development (FOD), was recognized by the University Staff Advisory Committee (USAC) in its Staff in the Spotlight. According to Kathleen's nominator: "Their ability to create an inclusive, respectful environment empowers everyone involved to take pride in their role and contribute to the university’s mission.” The committee...
    Molly Kathleen headshot

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