Your ideas and insights are critical to helping the university identify promising opportunities and shape a stronger, more financially sustainable future.
Before you begin
The Office of Academic Affairs invites colleges to submit ideas that advance Ohio State's strategic priorities while enhancing long-term financial sustainability.
This form is designed to gather innovative ideas to generate new revenue and expand existing revenue opportunities across the institution. We welcome ideas for both academic and non-academic areas, including new programs, partnerships, services, events, facilities and other initiatives that could create sustainable financial value. One form should be submitted for each idea.
When preparing your submission form, consider strategic alignment, risks and challenges, and resources required to execute the idea.
Areas of Assistance
If your idea involves any of the areas listed below, please contact the appropriate subject-matter expert before submitting your proposal. These individuals can provide guidance regarding feasibility, requirements, partnerships, existing initiatives, and implementation considerations within their respective areas.
| Area | Contact |
|---|---|
| OSU Events, Branding, Sponsorships, Revenue Sharing | Molly Richard |
| Online Education, Continuing Education, Professional Development | Jason Lemon |
| New Academic Majors | Randy Smith |
| Commercialization and Intellectual Property | Sanjay Krishna |
| Facilities and Space Planning | Amy Burgess |
| Development and Philanthropic Opportunities | Your assigned development officer, or Sara Rubin |
Review Process
Submitted opportunities will be reviewed by university leadership and relevant stakeholders. Additional information may be requested as ideas advance through evaluation and prioritization discussions.