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Ohio State University President Resigns Amid Scandal

3/9/2026

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  • Walter Carter Jr., president of Ohio State University, resigned after revealing an inappropriate relationship with a person seeking university resources.
  • The board accepted the resignation on March 7.
  • Student protests have targeted Les Wexner, donor to the university, due to his connections to Jeffrey Epstein.
  • An assistant professor was placed on leave after an altercation with a journalist.
  • The board plans to announce a leadership transition soon.