I am deeply unsettled by the Ohio State administration’s decision to discontinue the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Center for Belonging and Social Change, as The Lantern reported Thursday. Universities have a crucial responsibility to ensure all students, regardless of their backgrounds, receive the support they need to thrive. ODI and CBSC have played essential roles in connecting students to vital resources, fostering inclusive spaces and promoting equity on campus. During my time at Ohio State, programs offered through CBSC have helped me grow into a more empathetic and critically engaged student. Overall, the CBSC provides community spaces where students of different identities can feel safe and supported. 📸 A student holds a sign that reads “If they come for us, they’re coming for you” outside of Drinko Hall after the University Senate meeting Thursday. Credit: Sandra Fu | Photo Editor