Gov. DeWine assures universities that Ramaswamy’s consolidation proposal won’t happen — for now

By: Morgan Trau

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: September 11, 2026

Words: 761

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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Ohio Republican Gov. Mike DeWine is assuring public universities that a proposal to shut down “subpar” institutions, as suggested by candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, will not happen.

In a crowded auditorium at The Ohio State University, DeWine gave a speech to community college leaders as well as four-year program presidents and trustees. Kent State University President Todd Diacon listened near the back of the theatre.

“We’re an access institution that takes people that don’t always come …

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