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New program address students' well-being

Ohio University's Office of Health Promotion is launching a new peer well-being network in February 2024. 

FAFSA 2024-25 will open Dec. 31

The 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, form won’t be available until late December, according to an OU press release. 

Daily Rundown: Tim Albin’s No. 1 fan has four paws, The Green Dot strategy encourages, educates students and more!

Culinary Services accommodates student allergies, has limited dining hall options

Ohio University Culinary Services offers general accommodations for students with food allergies and preferences.  

Robert Glidden, OU's 19th president, dies at 87

Robert Glidden, former president of Ohio University, died at age 87 Tuesday morning after a fall. 

The Green Dot strategy encourages, educates students

The Green Dot Strategy focuses on the improvement of campus violence by encouraging students to be better bystanders and change social norms. The strategy was created by Alteristic, a “social accelerator that tackles societal issues at local, national, and global levels.” The organization aims to create safe and respectful environments for students to thrive. 

Medical Students for Choice generates education, advocacy

This year, Medical Students for Choice is celebrating its 30th year of operation as an umbrella organization that has over 220 chapters in medical schools around the world. One of those chapters is at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, or OUHCOM. OUHCOM’s chapter works to provide reproductive rights education to future physicians and actively makes a difference in the medical school regarding abortions.

Faculty senate discusses new mission statement, cocurricular activities

Ohio University Faculty Senate met Monday to discuss various topics, including updating Ohio University's mission and vision statement and a resolution regarding student organizations.

Bobcats gear up for finals week

Big on every Ohio University student's radar is the fast-approaching week where all-nighters are pulled and tears are commonly shed: finals week. This exam-filled week may look different for every student but what one thing remains the same: overwhelming amounts of stress. 

Student Senate commissions share event plans for spring semester

Ohio University Student Senate heard a presentation from Adam Rapp, a professor of marketing and executive director of the Schey Sales Center Wednesday. 

Fracking now allowed in Ohio state parks, wildlife areas

The Oil and Gas Land Management Commission declared its decision to allow fracking in Ohio state parks and wildlife areas owned by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, or ODNR, on Nov. 15.

Haylee’s Hub: Rethinking Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a fan-favorite holiday. With the food and the family gatherings, it's hard not to love the holiday. With all the warm feelings associated with Thanksgiving, it's easier to take the holiday at face value. While it's perfectly okay to spend the holiday with family and enjoy some good food, it is also important to be aware of many of the false portrayals Thanksgiving often perpetuates.

Students share Black Friday shopping tips

The holiday season is fast approaching, and the gift shopping needs to get done. Luckily, there is a built-in day where customers can shop smarter with the year's best deals– Black Friday.

OU students are giving thanks

As classes at Ohio University wrap up in anticipation of Thanksgiving break, the beautiful weather and golden, falling leaves make one think of all the good things to be thankful for. 

Is This Too Niche: Palestinian History

This week, Zoe and Jada encourage their listeners to take this opportunity to educate themselves on the complicated history that has led to the events unfolding in Gaza at the moment. This episode also serves as a celebration of Palestinian culture, art, and resilience. Click the link provided below for further resources and reading.

Learning in a nontraditional environment

Learning in college can be difficult for many students, and unlike high school classes, courses can be full of up to a hundred other students. Students learn at different rates and through different methods, and the standard method of lecturing in college can make it difficult for many to absorb information. To combat this issue, some professors incorporate project-based learning and student-focused information into their curriculums.

On-campus students staying in Athens during break find meal options

With Thanksgiving around the corner, the dining halls will be closed for the break. Many international students, out-of-state students and students who work over the break in Athens cannot afford to go back home. 

Metal Mondays: Escuela Grind is part of the constantly evolving metal underground

Escuela Grind, the Massachusetts grindcore unit, has been an underground hit since its debut album “Indoctrination.” I have wanted to see this band live for years, and while I haven’t gotten the chance to, I am hoping for Escuela Grind to come to Columbus or Athens. 

Faculty not rehired from layoffs, buyouts despite enrollment increase

Since the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Ohio University has lost almost 200 faculty members through firings and two rounds of buyouts.

Nondrinkers deal with OU’s drinking culture

At Ohio University, the culture surrounding alcohol and drinking can sometimes be a little pressuring, according to some students. According to College Drinking Prevention, 49.3% of full-time college students ages 18-22 drank alcohol in the past month. With events like “Kegs and Eggs” at Homecoming, Halloween weekend and the monster that is Fest Season, the consumption of alcohol is seen at many social events throughout the year.