Have You Completed Your 2026-2027 FAFSA? | Your education at Capital is an investment in your future and the FAFSA helps make it possible. Completing the FAFSA is the key to accessing federal and state scholarships and grants, including work-study opportunities. Capital’s Office of Financial Aid offers one-on-one support to help you every step of the way. | | |
Sips and Safety
Hosted by Wellness and Prevention, this annual event focuses on alcohol and drug education, along with other harm-reduction strategies for our campus community. This year’s event features a mocktail bar, snacks, raffle prizes, party games, educational activities, and plenty of free swag.
Tuesday, February 17
5 to 7 p.m.
Schneider
We’re also looking for student, staff, and faculty volunteers! Volunteer shifts are 4:30–5:45 p.m. or 5:45–7 p.m. (or both). Sign up through Engage.
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A Hollywood Homecoming:
Film Composer John Carey ’11 Returns to Capital
Film composer John Carey ’11 returns to Capital for a meaningful homecoming for the Columbus native and alumnus. Carey will share his journey from Capital composition student to working Hollywood composer, highlighting his education at Capital University, his graduate studies at USC, and his professional work on major film and media projects. His story underscores the value of creative exploration, mentorship, and hands-on learning for students pursuing careers in music, film scoring, and media arts, while inspiring the next generation of students to see how their passions can lead to impactful careers.
Sound and Media Workshop
Saturday, March 21
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Featuring John Carey '11
| | 2026 Leadership Awards and Nominations | | |
Outstanding Senior Leader Award
Deadline: Friday, February 27
Two awards recognize graduating seniors who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and meaningful contributions to the Capital University community.
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2026 Beller Award
Deadline: Friday, February 27
The Beller Award recognizes a full-time student, preferably a junior or senior with a 2.5 GPA or higher, who demonstrates leadership, service, and advocacy for social justice through inclusive, cross-cultural engagement.
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Distinguished Senior Leadership Award
Deadline: Friday, March 13
Honors graduating seniors who demonstrate exceptional involvement, ethical leadership, academic commitment, and meaningful impact on the Capital community, as nominated by a student, staff, or faculty member.
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Student Leadership One Application
Deadline: Sunday, March 15
The Student Leadership One Application is a streamlined, one-application and one-interview process that connects students to multiple leadership roles - matching their strengths while reducing barriers and strengthening engagement, wellness, and belonging at Capital.
- Summer Orientation Leader
- Welcome Weekend Orientation Leader
- Smooth Transitions Peer Mentor
- Wellness and Prevention Peer Educator
- SCE and ODI Student Intern
Apply and Interview Scheduling: Through the One Application form. Students with scheduling concerns should contact sce@capital.edu.
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Faculty and Staff Chili Cook-Off Winners
The competition was fierce, but these standout chilis took top honors:
- 1st Place: Jeff Cisco, Student Accounts, “Not Yo Mama’s Chili” — Jeff came out of retirement to claim his 6th Chili Cook-Off win.
- 2nd Place: Robert Fleming, Business and Finance, “Light & Spicy Turkey Chili”
- 3rd Place: President Jared Tice, “Winter Harvest White Chili”
Honorable Mentions: Jens Hemmingsen and Stacie Hemphill, Office of the Provost
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Interest Opportunity: Serving on Capital’s Title IX Response Team
Capital University is strengthening its campus-based Title IX Response Team to ensure reports of sex- and gender-based harassment and discrimination are handled with care, fairness, and procedural integrity. The team plays a vital role in supporting students and employees while upholding the University’s commitment to equity, dignity, and due process.
Service opportunities include roles such as investigator, hearing decision-maker, appeal reviewer, or advisor in formal Title IX processes. No prior Title IX experience is required.
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In the News
Darrell Bailey, Ph.D., and Jared Tice, Ed.D.
Jan. 22, 2026
“Capital University is leveling up with e-sports”
The Scioto Post
Dan Kobil, J.D.
Feb. 4, 2026
“Founders would see Trump for insecure tyrant he is. The secret, he can be stopped”
Columbus Dispatch
Lynda Hasseler, D.M.A., and Beaux Baldwin
Feb. 2, 2026
“Capital University students get once-in-a-lifetime opportunity”
NBC4
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Cap Central
Cap Central is the go-to hub for faculty and staff communications, collaboration, and resources at Capital. It streamlines workflows, strengthens connections across campuses, and helps employees stay informed and work together more efficiently.
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