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Mill Fest 2025

By Michael Dorwaldt and Ranjini Shank | Mar. 23

Saturday, the first fest of the season took over Mill Street. Thousands of students filled the street to party, day drink and celebrate the commencement of fest season. Post reporters took to Mill Street to found out if fest-goers really know their trivia. Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Sisterhood of the Traveling Dresses brings a glimmer to girls' lives

By Raphaëlle Anglade and Audrianna Reed | Mar. 23

The College Panhellenic Council puts on Sisterhood of the Traveling Dresses every year to help provide formal wear to local high schoolers for their prom. All of our 10 sororities on campus and anyone else who is able donates dresses for this cause. The event was a success and they have already stated collecting donations for next year. Video by: Audrianna Reed & Raphaëlle Anglade Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Spring Internship & Career Fair allows students to seek opportunities in professional world

By Raphaëlle Anglade and Lilly Marinski | Mar. 20

OU Career Services held their Spring Career & Internship fair Wednesday at Ping Recreation Center to give students an opportunity to meet with over 80 employers from many different industries. A current employer says even if you're not looking for a job or internship just yet, it's still very beneficial to practice interacting with employers and seeing what's out there. Video by: Lilly Marinski & Raphaëlle Anglade Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Student Senate celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community with Pride Week

By Ava Rudy and Hayley Mitchell | Mar. 20

This week OU Student Senate is holding Pride Week to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. The events range from art competitions and wellness discussions to a pride prom and a panel of drag queens. They also have a display of pride flags on North Green which students say is really powerful to see. The events run until March 22nd. Video by: Ava Rudy & Hayley Mitchell Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Posties take on the Big Apple

By Ranjini Shank | Mar. 19

Recently, some of our posties got the opportunity to go to New York City for the ProCon 25 College Media Convention. They were able to learn from experienced journalists, hear from multiple keynote speakers and get tips on how to be successful journalists. They also had plenty of time to venture around NYC and make memories. Catch all the fun here in this vlog! Video by: Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Friendly Paws connects pets to loving homes

By Abby Hiday and Danny Gray | Mar. 8

The first and third Sunday of every month, Friendly Paws Pet Supplies & Grooming hosts the Athens County Humane Society cats for adoption event. This is a great way for people to get to know the cat before adoption, and also have volunteers foster for the cats before adoption.Video by: Abby Hiday & Dan GrayVisit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Voices on Court: Green Beer Day edition

By Aubrey Kreitzer , Lilly Marinski and Hayley Mitchell | Mar. 6

Wednesday, Court Street was covered in the color green and Irish music was blaring in the bars. Green Beer Day is many people's favorite Athens holiday because it's a day full of drinking, partying and all the beer and liquor is dyed green. Catch all the GBD craziness here! Video by: Aubrey Kreitzer, Hayley Mitchell & Lilly Marinski Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Hundreds gather to protest the removal of DEI programs at OU

By Danny Gray and Erin Brogan | Mar. 2

Thursday, hundreds of students protested against OU’s lack of communication about Senate Bill 1 and President Donald Trump’s executive order to ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs at public institutions. According to the “Dear Colleagues Letter,” written by Trump and the Department of Education, they said universities need to stop treating people differently based on one’s race. Students responded and said certain groups of people already start at a disadvantage, so they need additional resources to mitigate the gap. Read more from the protest here: https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2025/02/hundreds-protest-ohio-university-senate-bill-one-lack-of-communication Video by: Erin Brogan & Dan Gray Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Protestors rally against Elon Musk, the introduction of DOGE

By Audi Reed | Feb. 24

Over the weekend, protestors gathered before the Tesla dealership at Easton Town Center in Columbus to protest against Elon Musk and his new DOGE policies. DOGE stands for Department of Government Efficiency and its purpose is to modernize governmental efficiency through spending cuts. Protestors are concerned this poses risks to American's data, health and safety rights, wages and essential services. Protestors say it's urgent for the younger generation to get involved in making a change. Read the full article here: https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2025/02/protest-tesla-columbus-elon-musk-doge-trump-administration-r Video by: Audi Reed Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Women entrepreneurs inspire young women in business

By Mallory Rickel | Feb. 23

On Friday the Athena Cinema put on 'Show Her The Money', a documentary highlighting female investors and entrepreneurs in the venture capital world. The film specifically addresses how women get less then 2% of venture capital funding, and it follows four successful entrepreneurs who turn their dreams into a reality. A student involved in Ohio Women in Business says this was a great networking opportunity to meet other women in the business field. Video by: Mallory Rickel Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Triota Honors Society discusses concerns with gender-based violence and SB 1

By Ava Rudy and Hayley Mitchell | Feb. 23

The Triota Honors Society and Academic Honors Society for women, gender and sexuality studies recently hosted a discussion about gender based violence, policy changes with SB 1 and the future of research funding. Triota says their group provides a space for discussion and social change among students. Dr. Holly Ningard came to speak about these challenges and says she worries funding will be taken away from key anti-violence initiatives. Video by: Ava Rudy & Hayley Mitchell Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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'Move Better, Do Better': OU professor inspires Athens community to stay active

By Ranjini Shank and Raphaëlle Anglade | Feb. 20

OU professor in the Human Anatomy and Biological Sciences departments, Ian Klein, created a fitness class called 'Move Better, Do Better' almost two years ago. This program is more than just a workout, as it's a space for the Athens community to improve their well-being through guided exercises, designed to build strength, flexibility and balance. A member of the class says she loves it because it a low impact class with high reward. Despite the class being free, Klein does accept donations from attendees to give back to various charities. He says they've raised about 2,000 dollars so far. Video by: Raphaëlle Anglade & Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Esports gains popularity at OU

By Audi Reed , Aubrey Kreitzer and Hayley Mitchell | Feb. 19

Ohio University's Esports team, founded in 2017 has over 400 members, all gathering for serious gaming. The Esports club offers opportunities for tournament play, broadcasting, event management and even professional opportunities. Students on the team say they've truly found their community through this club. Video by: Audi Reed, Aubrey Kreitzer & Hayley Mitchell Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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OU dance students find sense of belonging in the 2025 Winter Dance Concert

By Michael Dorwaldt and Audi Reed | Feb. 18

Ohio University's Putnam School of Dance presented the 2025 Winter Dance Concert over the weekend. Dance students explain how this showcase is one of the bigger showcases they perform during the year, where guest choreographers and faculty choreograph the pieces. The dancers say this show is very meaningful to them and spreads important messages. Video by: Audi Reed & Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Athens County Humane Society hosts Galentine's Day celebration

By Abby Hiday and Ranjini Shank | Feb. 18

Saturday, February 15, the Athens County Humane Society fundraising committee hosted a Galantine's Day lunch to celebrate the women they work with and the impact they've made on the Athens community. All proceeds from the event benefited the Athens County Humane Society. The fundraising board says this is their first event like this and they were very pleased with the turnout. Video by: Abby Hiday & Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Hocking Hills Garment Center threads jobs, sustainability together

By Michael Dorwaldt and Raphaëlle Anglade | Feb. 18

Athens native, Betsy Franjola, created the Hocking Hills Garment Center by repurposing an old church into a factory in Buchtel, Ohio. Franjola hopes to create meaningful jobs in the community, while also supplying local businesses with sustainable, quality clothing. HHGC also plans to launch their own in-house line, where they will oversee both sourcing and manufacturing. Catch all the details here and in the article: https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2025/02/hocking-hills-garment-center-brings-jobs-appalachiaVideo by: Raphaëlle Anglade & Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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ACRN hosts 'Punk Prom' at The Union

By Danny Gray , Ava Pazzanese and Mallory Rickel | Feb. 17

Ohio University's All-Campus Radio Network held their annual "Punk Prom" at The Union, where various local bands played at the event. Members of ACRN and students at OU came together to listen, dance and celebrate Valentine's weekend. Video by: Mallory Rickel, Danny Gray, and Ava Pazzanese Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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The Post TV: Season 5, Episode 3

By The Post TV Staff | Feb. 17

In this episode of The Post TV, we cover all of the exciting local events that took place over the previous week. Everything from social events and Valentine's Day celebrations, to learning about recent closures of small businesses in Athens. Catch all the details in this week's episode!Video by: The Post TV Staff Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Local business closures dim Athens' charm

By Kendall Timms | Feb. 16

Over the past year, multiple small businesses in Athens have closed, leaving current business owners worried and community members disappointed. At a community forum about these closures, Mayor Patterson said to business owners, it's a matter of advertising your business to get customers in your door. He said it may be challenging, but that's how local economies work. Reporter, Kendall Timms heard from current business owners about their thoughts on the closures. Video by: Kendall Timms Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Singles search for love during blind date night at The Pigskin

By Danny Gray and Lilly Marinski | Feb. 16

In honor of Valentine's Day, The Pigskin held a blind date night on Thursday, February 13. Singles could sign up to participate, while a host asked them questions to see if they are compatible. The catch...they did it all in front of a live audience! Check out this video to find out if there will be any second dates. Video by: Dan Gray & Lilly Marinski Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens