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Black student town hall uplifts BIPOC voices in response to hate crimes, 'Jewish Matchmaking’ is coming to Netflix, Pumpkin has made his mark in Athens and more

City Council: Committees discuss parking enforcement, tennis and pickleball courts

Two Athens City Council committees convened Monday to discuss topics including financial appropriations and new recreational projects. 

Black student town hall uplifts BIPOC voices in response to hate crimes

The seats in the auditorium of Morton Hall overflowed with students, staff and faculty Monday evening for a town hall organized by Ohio University’s Black student body in response to the recent hate crimes committed on campus.

Moments with Mimi: BIPOC students are exhausted

BIPOC people are exhausted. Especially at Ohio University with the recent hate crime in Sargent Hall as well as the incident in James Hall, students of color have had to raise their voices to be heard. Now, that’s nothing new. People of color have been protesting and fighting for equal rights for decades, but it’s tiring that we still have to continue to do so.

Partygoers flood High Fest despite freezing temperatures

After a strong start to the weekend with Congo Fest on Friday, partygoers continued the excitement and energy into High Fest on Saturday.

OU students march, protest in response to recent incidents of racism on campus

Ohio University students, faculty and staff protested what they saw as the university’s inaction and vague response to incidents of racism in a Student Senate planned protest and an OU NAACP march Thursday outside Cutler Hall.

Aly & AJ ignite nostalgia at UPC’s annual TBT Concert

The guitar slowed, the bass reverberated and the Michalka sisters, better known as Aly & AJ, gave each other a smirk as they prepared to play the most anticipated song of the night: “Potential Breakup Song.” As soon as the song began, the audience could feel a shift in energy, and the nostalgia that the annual Throwback Thursday Concert aims for washed over them.

Here’s 5 of the most covered songs in history

While it has been said that there's nothing quite like the original, that doesn’t mean variations of songs can’t be unique and spectacular in their own way. Artists recognize other artists and what better way to show their appreciation for a particular song than performing it using their own voice.

OU President Hugh Sherman provides university updates on racist hate crime

On Wednesday, Ohio University President Hugh Sherman sent a university-wide email updating students, faculty and staff on the steps it has taken regarding the racist hate crime that occurred over the weekend. 

'Post’ statement regarding campus racism

The Post condemns all acts of racism at Ohio University. 

Baseball: Ohio pitcher charged with criminal mischief following James Hall incident

Ohio pitcher Brady Linkel has been charged with criminal mischief following an incident that occurred in James Hall early Monday morning.

Racist hate crime, misconduct sparks outrage at OU

Editor’s Note: This story contains incidents of racism and vulgarities that may be triggering for some readers.

Monday’s drag show in Baker Theater to thrill students

As Baker Center Theater fills with exhilarated students, the stage will be teeming with talented local performers, bring-the-house-down musical numbers and, of course, high, high heels. That’s right, Ohio University: It’s time for another drag show.

Latitude 39 reopens after temporary closure

Ohio University’s Latitude 39, a fine-dining establishment located on the first floor of Baker University Center, reopened Tuesday. The on-campus restaurant was closed at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, alongside most of the university’s other culinary services.

Editorial: ‘The Post’ stands with local journalists

Athens is home to many hidden gems, but what’s celebrated throughout the county is the robust local media scene. 

Police Blotter: Vehicle stolen and found abandoned; caller mistakes flashing light as Morse code signal

Stolen and Crashed

5 tips to overcome interview anxiety

If there’s one thing all college students dread it’s thinking about their futures. With this comes the interviewing process, which is just downright scary, especially when a company can determine your fate in one single conversation. Internships and jobs are constantly on the lookout for those who bring their true selves to the table, but this is usually easier said than done. 

OU students discuss COVID-19 vaccine exemption process

Following last semester’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, Ohio University has approved a total of 2,078 exemptions among its students and faculty across all campuses.

OU’s Speech and Debate team builds connections, prepares for upcoming competitions

Shamrock-clad students flooded Court Street for Green Beer Day on March 2, but the emerald and forest-green extravaganza wasn’t the only holiday this week. March 4 is not a day many have marked on their calendar, but it highlights a historic campus tradition. This Friday, celebrate National Debate Education Day by toasting the Ohio University Speech and Debate team.

Alumni Spotlight: Lifelong journalist releases his first podcast series

In 1992, David Raterman graduated from Ohio Univeristy’s Scripps School of Journalism. Throughout his time at OU, Raterman involved himself in activities and had a few foundational internships.