Lucy Lawler

Journalist, editor and freelance writer

My published work

View my clips and multimedia content from The Lantern Media Group, CityScene Media Group and Cincinnati Magazine below.

CityScene Magazine •

Peeling back the curtain on air fryers and food safety

In the past few years, the popularity of air fryers has gone from simmering to practically boiling over.

Versatile and easy to operate, these kitchen appliances “fry” foods using the high-speed circulation of hot air as opposed to hot oil, according to the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.

Since traditionally fried foods – such as doughnuts and French fries – tend to be high in calories and trans fats, many American consumers view air fryers as a...
CityScene Magazine •

Women's health care gets a check-up, right here in Columbus

Around the globe, women’s health care is rapidly evolving, often against a backdrop of persistent and frustrating challenges.

Central Ohio is no exception, as meaningful advancements exist alongside deeply-rooted struggles affecting women of all ages. Still, some of the region’s passionate medical professionals say that staying optimistic is just as important as staying informed.

Every step forward – from personalized postpartum treatments to more candid conversations about perimenopause a...
CityScene Magazine •

All Wrapped Up: CityScene’s 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

Down to Earth

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Small Maker Gift Boxes

These curated and pre-wrapped bundles of artisan body butters, hand-poured candles and more can suit any eco-conscious friend or family member.

Take a Breather

$89.99

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Favorites Gift Box

This bath and body set offers five nurturing personal care products, including Lavender Shea Satin Lotion and Eucalyptus Spearmint Shower Steamers.

Put Your Best Paw Forward

$50

onpaper....
The Lantern •

Ohio State graduate student sues Trump administration over F-1 visa revocation, alleges pro-Palestinian activism as cause

An Ohio State graduate student filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for revoking his F-1 student visa, alleging he was targeted for participating in pro-Palestinian protests on campus.

Ahwar Sultan, a second-year graduate student in comparative studies, filed the lawsuit Tuesday afternoon, claiming ​​unconstitutional retaliation by the federal government in violation of the First and Fifth Amendments, according to the press release.

Ohio State’s chapter of Students for Justice in P...
The Lantern •

College of Arts and Sciences announces 11 F-1 visa revocations at town hall meeting Wednesday, 5 students from ASC impacted

At least 11 international Ohio State students have had their F-1 visas revoked, as confirmed during a College of Arts and Sciences town hall meeting with faculty and staff Wednesday afternoon.

Of these 11 students, five are enrolled in ASC, according to university Dean David Horn. This updated figure marks an increase from the seven students reported in university President Ted Carter Jr.’s Tuesday university-wide email.

University spokesperson Ben Johnson confirmed these updated numbers Thurs...
The Lantern •

Ohio State reports at least 7 students had F-1 visas revoked via campus-wide email Tuesday

At least seven international Ohio State students have had their visas revoked, according to a Tuesday email from university President Ted Carter Jr.

This email follows a Friday announcement confirming five students had their visas revoked, per prior Lantern reporting. Though two additional students have since come forward, Carter said the university is still unaware of the exact reason behind the revocations, and university officials were not formally notified of the government’s actions.

“I k...
The Lantern •

Five international Ohio State students have F-1 visas revoked for reasons unknown to the university

At least five international Ohio State students had their F-1 visas revoked as of Friday afternoon, the university confirmed.

Ohio State spokesperson Ben Johnson said in a statement the university does “not have any indication why this action was taken” at this time, but that the students are still in the United States as they, their attorneys and the university consider next steps.

A F-1 visa allows individuals to enter the United States as full-time students at accredited academic institutio...
The Lantern •

Ohio State dietitians assess how fad diets stack the odds against social media users

For Liz Weinandy, an Ohio State instructor of practice in medical dietetics, experimenting with fad diets is like getting hooked on slot machines in Las Vegas: enticing and flashy at first, but ultimately draining and destructive.

“All of these diets create euphoria to begin with, but they’re just going to cause disappointment in the end,” said Weinandy, also a registered dietician with the Wexner Medical Center.

In essence, Weinandy said a “fad diet” refers to any trendy eating plan that foll...
The Lantern •

Lucy’s Little Library: Compelling love stories that stray from the script

“The Art Thief” by Michael Finkel, “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society” by Annie Barrows and Mary Ann Shaffer and “The Swan’s Nest” by Laura McNeal

Lucy’s Little Library is a monthly book column that recommends three must-reads to Ohio State’s literature lovers.

Dear reader, romance is a fulfilling but fickle mistress.

Across decades, centuries and even millennia, the pursuit of love has evolved into a complex and endearing human trait. Considering romance titles are a dime a d...
The Lantern •

‘Buckeyes don’t stand for foolishness’: Roughly 900 students, faculty and staff gather to protest SB 1, criticize university President Ted Carter Jr. and state legislature

Around 900 students, faculty and staff gathered in the Oval from 1-4:30 p.m. Tuesday to protest Ohio Senate Bill 1 and Ohio State’s diversity, equity and inclusion rollbacks.

From Ohio State community members to administrators, religious leaders and politicians, the crowd grew from a mere few dozen people just before 1 p.m. to approximately 900 by 2:30 p.m. The protest was organized by Ohio State’s chapter of the American Association of University Professors and the university’s chapter of the...
The Lantern •

‘We laughed at him:’ Ohio State community reacts as President Carter announces end of Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Center for Belonging and Social Change

The fabric of Ohio State’s diversity, equity and inclusion programming has begun to unravel following Thursday’s University Senate meeting.

Inside Drinko Hall’s Saxbe Auditorium, Ohio State President Ted Carter Jr. announced the university’s plan to discontinue the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Center for Belonging and Social Change effective Friday, meaning 16 related professional staff positions will be removed within 60 days, per prior Lantern reporting. The 3:30 p.m. meeting dre...
The Lantern •

Hundreds of Buckeye fans storm Ohio Stadium after Ohio State’s National Championship victory

Ohio State fans stormed the ‘Shoe Monday night and into Tuesday morning in an attempt to steal goalposts, following the Buckeyes’ 34-23 win against Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff National Championship.

By 1:15 a.m. Tuesday, crowds were no longer present on the field or outside the stadium.

University spokesperson Dan Hedman said at 12:55 a.m. “police are still working to monitor all areas of campus.”

“The crowd at the stadium is dwindling, police remain on site,” Hedman said. “At...
The Lantern •

Lucy’s Little Library: Children’s classics with grown-up appeal

Lucy’s Little Library is a monthly book column that recommends three must-reads to Ohio State’s literature lovers.

Dear reader, don’t be fooled — “juvenile literature” isn’t always child’s play.

With the arrival of a new year, many people make the ambitious resolution to read more often. Still, a vast vortex of authors and titles can leave these aspiring bibliophiles feeling paralyzed rather than proactive.

In times of literary crisis, going back to the basics is always a stellar option. The...
The Lantern •

Lucy’s Little Library: Nonfiction titles to liven up November

Lucy’s Little Library is a monthly book column that recommends three must-reads to Ohio State’s literature lovers.

Dear reader, nothing stings sharper than an icy splash of reality.

As a fantasy devotee, I typically prefer my reading materials to be steeped in magic systems and mythical creatures. Even so, our world possesses just as much tension and curiosity as many of its fictional counterparts — and these three nonfiction narratives are intrigue incarnate.

Please note that featured books...
The Lantern •

Election 2024: Donald Trump defeats Kamala Harris in presidential race, Ohio State alum and Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance will be vice president

The Associated Press named Trump the official winner around 5:34 a.m. Wednesday.

In what was anticipated to have been a remarkably tight race, Trump’s victory was officially secured by winning key battleground state Wisconsin, putting him over the 270-vote threshold to win. Within the state of Ohio, Trump won with 55.26% of the vote.

Current Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance will be Trump’s vice president, making him the first Ohio State alum to ever hold the position.

The Republican Party has also taken...
The Lantern •

University President Ted Carter Jr. discusses 10-year vision for Ohio State, enrollment diversity and affordability challenges

Tuesday, The Lantern sat down with Ohio State President Ted Carter Jr. to discuss Friday’s investiture, the university’s record-high minority enrollment rate and issues regarding affordability at Ohio State.

Friday’s investiture

In a Jan. 24 sit-down with The Lantern, Carter said he intended to have a “three-to-five-to-10-” year plan ready by his 100th day in office.

Marking Carter’s 312th day in office, Friday’s investiture — a formal event at which he will publicly share his vision for Ohio...
The Lantern •

Lucy’s Little Library: Gothic gems for a rainy day

“Poor Deer: A Novel” by Claire Oshetsky, “Wakenhyrst” by Michelle Paver and “Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Brontë

Lucy’s Little Library is a monthly book column that recommends three must-reads to Ohio State’s literature lovers.

Dear reader, it’s time to embrace darkness and decay with open arms.

When thunder booms or lightning strikes, nothing beats cracking open a gothic novel for some company. Luckily, these three titles are prepped and poised to be readers’ brooding buddies.

Please note the fe...
The Lantern •

Striking a chord: Men’s Glee Club members assess the enduring bond between ‘Carmen Ohio’ and Ohio State sports

Disclaimer: The Lantern’s “Best of OSU” polling was conducted via social media and should not be considered statistically representative of Ohio State’s extended student body.

Despite being one of Ohio State’s newest on-campus facilities, the Timashev Family Music Building — located at 1900 College Road N. — possesses an old soul.

Students stroll down bright hallways, humming or snapping as their footfalls produce a vaguely melodic sound. But it’s the lobby, replete with ample study space and...
The Lantern •

Three takeaways from The Lantern’s sit-down interview with newly named executive Vice President and Provost Ravi V. Bellamkonda

Wednesday morning, Ravi V. Bellamkonda was named as Ohio State’s next executive vice president and provost.

Alongside university President Ted Carter Jr. and additional media representatives, The Lantern interviewed Bellamkonda about various topics — including his hiring process, goals for the university and opinions on artificial intelligence — Wednesday afternoon.

Here’s what Ohio State community members should know about Bellamkonda’s administrative approach before his appointment begins Ja...
The Lantern •

What’s Up: Pop-culture Halloween costume ideas for 2024

Though 2024 is far from over, pop culture has been generous thus far. Scope out the Halloween costume ideas below, and click on the available links for more information.

New film and TV

Brimming with fire and blood, season 2 of HBO’s “House of the Dragon” premiered in June.

Though many viewers praised the series’ new installment — which followed the Targaryen dynasty into the early stages of a civil war — others critiqued its unhurried pacing and lack of prolonged action sequences.

Still, on...
The Lantern •

Lucy’s Little Library: Riveting retellings that command respect

“The Hours” by Michael Cunningham, “Elektra” by Jennifer Saint and “All’s Well” by Mona Awad

Lucy’s Little Library is a monthly book column that recommends three must-reads to Ohio State’s literature lovers.

Dear reader, it’s time to accept that not all retellings are created equal.

Breathing new life into old stories can be tricky, like tracing one’s finger along the edge of a knife. Even if the blade has dulled with time, it can — and maybe should — still leave a mark.

These three reimagin...
The Lantern •

Lucy’s Little Library: Three thoughtful thrillers with the capacity to haunt

Lucy’s Little Library is a monthly book column that recommends three must-reads to Ohio State’s literature lovers.

Dear reader, it’s time to swap cheap thrills for deep thrills.

The autumn chill may be tardy, but students’ bookshelves can possess a chilling quality all their own. The thrillers below strike a delicious balance between depth and suspense, leaving readers feeling dizzyingly destabilized in the best way possible.

The featured books are arranged in ascending order from lowest to h...
The Lantern •

Ohio State football players participate in Christian baptism ceremony outside of Curl Market, over 800 gather to observe

More on this event’s timeline, context and relationship with the university’s space standards below. Plus, read comments from involved athletes and attendees.

Between 800-1,000 people congregated to watch Ohio State football players help facilitate a Christian baptism ceremony outside of Curl Market Sunday, with at least 60 attendees being baptized by the end of the night.

Senior running back TreVeyon Henderson, senior defensive end J.T. Tuimoloau, graduate wide receiver Emeka Egbuka, former B...
The Lantern •

President Joe Biden drops out of 2024 election, endorses Vice President Kamala Harris; Ohio State political voices weigh in

President Joe Biden’s race for another term in the White House is officially over.

Biden announced his resignation via a Sunday X statement, asserting he “will speak to the Nation later this week in more detail about [his] decision.”

“It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President,” Biden said. “And while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my d...
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