Department of Entomology, The Ohio State University

06/06/2026

Janna makes an impact on our students and whole College, congratulations Janna Thompson-Chordas, on this well-deserved award!!

Janna Thompson-Chordas, academic program coordinator in the Department of Entomology, The Ohio State University, received the Emerging Leader Award at the 2026 CFAES Awards. 🏆

Janna's work focuses on undergraduate recruitment and retention, as well as expanding entomology's presence through student-focused events and alumni outreach. Additionally, she serves as a staff advisor in Ohio Staters, Inc., demonstrating her involvement and commitment to undergraduate and alumni success.

Join us in congratulating Janna on this well‑deserved recognition!

06/05/2026

This Saturday, we celebrate Ohio State Parks Week, and the beginning of summer! Join us June 6th at Indian Lake State Park for an all-day nature adventure! The Indian Lake BioBlitz kicks off at 8 AM and goes throughout the day, into the evening.
Guests and volunteers will help identify the highly varied species present in the area, using the iNaturalist and Seek apps.
OSU Extension Educator Jacob Winters will present on bees, wasps, and flies at 10 AM. At 7:30 that evening, Entomology Outreach Educator Jeni Ruisch will present a talk about fireflies! The day culminates in a night hike after the firefly talk.

13156 OH-235, Lakeview, OH 43331

Ohiodnr.gov for more info

05/28/2026

Summer is here and the United Titanium Bug Zoo is ready. Join us for a summer full of open houses and fun events. See you soon!

05/22/2026

Seriously proud of our big Zoo team!

Jeni Filbrun and Carrie Elvey, the team at the United Titanium Bug Zoo, received the 2026 Principles of Community Awards and last month's CFAES Awards. 🏆

The zoo's mission of hands-on learning, science communication and fostering the future of entomology has reached countless students and visitors. Their passion for inspiring curiosity and fostering scientific thinking has left a lasting impression on their community.

Join us in congratulating the United Titanium Bug Zoo team on this well‑deserved recognition!

Department of Entomology, The Ohio State University | Ohio State ATI

05/22/2026

More evidence of why Jamie is the new Associate Dean of Research and Grad Education in the Ohio State College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Check out his featured research!

🐝 Bees play a critical role in global food production, pollinating many of the crops that sustain our food systems. However, pollinator populations face growing threats, from pests and disease to habitat loss and environmental stress.

Across the country, land-grant universities are developing practical, science-based solutions to protect bee health and support the communities that depend on them.

https://agisamerica.org/from-hive-to-habitat-how-land-grant-universities-are-protecting-bees/

Here’s how:

🔷 WSU College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences researchers are improving bee nutrition through forage mapping and supplemental diet studies that support stronger colony growth.

🔷 Ohio State - College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences scientists are protecting hundreds of bee species by advancing conservation strategies, reducing pesticide exposure, and improving both urban and agricultural habitats.

🔷 College of Agriculture at Auburn University researchers are helping beekeepers better monitor and manage destructive Varroa mites while preparing for emerging pest threats.

🔷 UAF Cooperative Extension Service responded rapidly to the state’s first detection of the small hive beetle, equipping beekeepers with tools to contain and eliminate the pest.

🔷 Michigan State University Extension delivers statewide training and conferences to help beekeepers apply the latest research to improve colony health and pest management.

🔷 Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences engages community scientists to identify and collect bee species, expanding biodiversity data and strengthening public involvement in conservation.

https://agisamerica.org/from-hive-to-habitat-how-land-grant-universities-are-protecting-bees/

Photo courtesy of Tyler Jones/University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences.

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

05/20/2026

Always so much fun! Join us on the Ohio State - College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Wooster campus for this free event. We’re hoping our native fireflies will be around!

05/15/2026

Our very own Sarah DeVilbiss has been honored with the most prestigious award for staff- and will forever be recognized- as a recipient of the Ohio State Distinguished Staff Award.
Sarah was nominated for her outstanding service in our department, graduate program, and Ohio State - College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.
Sarah, we are deeply grateful for your dedication!

05/13/2026

Entomology grad studies coordinator, Columbus office manager and chair’s executive assistant, Sarah DeVilbiss, makes a huge impact in our dept. Sarah is always helping, always improving processes and trying to make our work- and personal lives better. Thank you Sarah DeVilbiss and a huge congratulations!

05/12/2026

Thank you Dr. Leach for keeping our crops and pollinators safe!

IPPM offers solutions to manage pests while protecting pollinators, but it remains more of a guiding principle than an operational framework.

05/08/2026

Great collaborations and work coming out of the Bug Zoo! Ohio State - College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences

Entomology Ohio State’s Bug Zoo joins conservation effort to restore endangered beetle to Ohio CFAES educators join statewide effort to rebuild a vital insect species in Ohio ecosystems. Apr 27, 2026 2 min read Download PDF Print See social sharing options Share via Email Share news via X Share ne...