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A Research Path Sparked by Serendipity
At IDEA, we know that big ideas often start with something small: a question, a conversation, or just a passing suggestion. That’s…
Adam Duffy-Program Manager
From the Hill to a Home at IDEA: An Employee Spotlight on Adam Duffy
For our latest employee spotlight, we’re sharing the story of Program Manager Adam Duffy, a valuable…
Rebuilding Democracy’s Social Foundations Chautauqua, NY - June 2025
Since 1874, the Chautauqua Institution has brought together civic, cultural, and institutional leaders to discuss the most pressing questions…
Amy Lee (Associate Director)
The Institute for Democratic Engagement and Accountability (IDEA) at The Ohio State University is proud to introduce a new series celebrating the people who shape its mission and bring its…
Honoring Excellence: Michael Neblo Named 2025 Distinguished Scholar
The Ohio State University has recognized Dr. Michael A. Neblo, professor of political science and director of the Institute for Democratic…
2025 Congress: Navigating Promises and Practicalities with Dr. Kevin Kosar
On January 29–30, 2025, the Institute for Democratic Engagement and Accountability (IDEA), in collaboration with Listen.Learn.Discuss hosted a two-day…
Back to Being Buckeyes After the Election – Working Through AOur Outrage
On November 4th, the Institute for Democratic Engagement and Accountability (IDEA) at Ohio State University, in collaboration with the Salmon P. Chase Center for Civics,…
Upcoming Event!
Back to Being Buckeyes After the Election – Working Through Our Outrage
Date: November 4, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Michael Neblo on Citizen-Led Redistricting and Ohio's Issue 1
IDEA Director Dr. Michael Neblo and other OSU faculty were interviewed by OSU’s student newspaper, The Lantern, about what students need to know as they prepare…