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Ohio State Report Reveals Misuse of Resources, Calls for Oversight

4/21/2026

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The Ohio State University released a report detailing former President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr.'s use of resources for podcaster Krisanthe Vlachos.
Carter resigned in March after revealing an inappropriate relationship with Vlachos.
The investigation found university processes prevented further misuse of resources.
It recommends enhanced oversight of presidential requests and revised ethics training.
No actions against Carter or former Senior Vice President Chris Kabourek were recommended.

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The Ohio State University released a report detailing former President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr.'s use of resources for podcaster Krisanthe Vlachos.
Carter resigned in March after revealing an inappropriate relationship with Vlachos.
The investigation found university processes prevented further misuse of resources.
It recommends enhanced oversight of presidential requests and revised ethics training.
No actions against Carter or former Senior Vice President Chris Kabourek were recommended.