Students, staff, and faculty with The Ohio State University at Lima gathered Friday evening for the 2024 Academic Celebration. The celebration at OSU Lima recognizes the academic achievements of students, teaching, mentoring and research accomplishments of faculty, and service provided by staff. 54 students were recognized for earning their Associate of Arts degree with 22 students earning a Bachelor of Arts and 68 students earning a Bachelor of Science. New this year is the Inclusive Excellence Recognition Award which is bestowed to an OSU Lima community member who strives to positively improve campus diversity and inclusiveness. With so many being recognized Friday night, campus officials say Friday night was one of the university's favorite nights of the year.