Survivors Urge Ohio State University to Remove Wexner Name from Campus Facilities

Columbus, OH, October 8, 2026 —

Survivors associated with individuals Jeffrey Epstein and Steven Strauss are intensifying their appeals to Ohio State University, demanding the removal of Les Wexner’s name from university facilities. The calls are being renewed as part of ongoing efforts by victims to address the legacies of figures linked to Epstein and Strauss.

Les Wexner, the founder of L Brands (formerly Limited Brands), has faced scrutiny due to his past business dealings and association with Jeffrey Epstein, who served as a financial advisor to Wexner and his wife, Abigail Wexner. Epstein was convicted of sex offenses and died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex-trafficking charges. Steven Strauss is another individual linked to allegations involving Epstein.

The summary provided does not specify which campus facilities at Ohio State University bear Les Wexner’s name. It also does not detail the specific timeline or nature of the current renewed calls, beyond stating that they are being made by survivors.

The exact nature of the support or involvement of Steven Strauss with Epstein or Wexner is not detailed in the provided summary. However, the survivors’ appeal broadly targets figures associated with Epstein and his alleged activities.

Ohio State University has not yet publicly responded to this renewed push for the removal of Wexner’s name, according to the information available. The summary does not provide details on any prior actions taken by the university regarding these facilities or any previous appeals from survivor groups.

The ongoing requests highlight a broader societal discussion about the naming of public institutions and facilities after individuals whose past actions or associations have drawn significant criticism or condemnation. This trend often involves universities, museums, and other public bodies reassessing their affiliations and the individuals whose names are prominently displayed.

Further details regarding the specific demands, the history of Wexner’s contributions to Ohio State University, and any potential university procedures for reviewing or changing facility names were not included in the trend summary.

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