OSU Sidewalk Chalk Ban is Embarrassing to Alumni, Donors, and University Founders

Late last week, The Ohio State University banned the use of sidewalk chalk on campus. The ban includes all outdoor greenspaces, like the Oval (read more here).

As a formerly-proud OSU alum, I am embarrassed by my university’s fear of free speech and expression. It’s weak, cowardly, and pathetic. Not …