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(04/23/24 4:00am)
As the school year comes to an end, it’s normal to look to the future, planning out years ahead. It’s also normal to not like where you are. Maybe you realize college isn’t for you, or your current environment doesn’t suit you. This recognition is a sign that it’s time for a change. If this change means the possibility of transferring schools, it can be a scary decision to make. I transferred to Ohio University after my freshman year at Miami University, and while it was scary, it was one of the best decisions I’ve made.
(04/09/24 1:41am)
Small talk isn’t always fun. Some hate it, some tolerate it and others are weirdly good at it. The weather has taken on the reputation of a cliché ice breaker for small talk that sometimes feels forced and lacks creativity, but not only does it break the ice, it gives an insight into overall well-being. How we feel about the day’s forecast correlates to our mood and provides a soft landing to determine compatibility in conversation.
(04/01/24 1:12am)
Happy National Dyngus Day! The day after Easter is celebrated by Polish Americans across the country to celebrate the start of spring and the end of Lent by partaking in Polish festivities. The Dyngus Day tradition is for boys to douse girls they like with water using buckets or squirt guns. April 1, this “Polish St. Patrick’s Day” can be celebrated by anyone, Polish or not, to welcome the budding of spring and love.
(03/29/24 1:46am)
High school was not the best time of my life. The best times are all around and yet to come. At times, high school felt like a prison and at others it was a common ground of halls to stroll. Upon graduating, I was more than happy to leave and never look back. My identity of that time feels foreign, but there are memories from high school that sting with nostalgia when replayed, holding an irreplaceable excitement of youth, drama, pain and hope, a rare combination to find once left to history.
(03/22/24 1:00am)
I will be studying abroad in Spain this summer, and I have recently learned about cultural differences to be aware of before traveling. One that I knew of, but never took into consideration, was the slow-paced movement and historical tradition of the siesta, or a short nap after a midday meal. Siestas are commonly associated with Spain but have become an important part of daily life for people of many countries. In the U.S. where “time is money,” a new perspective on rest might bring peace in taking things slow.
(03/20/24 1:26am)
A trend is a direction of interest, usually ignited by a drastic change or increase in popularity. Sustainability has been an element of importance for a long time, but within the past year, it has gained influence on the decision-making of producers and consumers. People have always cared, but now that care has turned into a necessity.
(03/08/24 3:51am)
Feb. 12, the Supreme Court argued over the social media laws of Texas and Florida in Moody v. NetChoice. The two laws prohibit social media’s power of censorship over political and controversial content. If the laws are determined to be constitutional, a drastic change in social media could arise with an increase in darker content and fake news circulating the web.
(02/26/24 2:48am)
Nearing springtime, the chores of spring cleaning await alongside the light at the end of winter’s looming tunnel. Many studies directly link cleaning to mental health through creating a relaxed, distraction-free environment and the peace discovered in purging those distractions. However, there are other ways to “spring clean" besides deep cleaning that have the same refreshing effects.
(02/16/24 3:11am)
Many factors of nature and nurture shape one’s personality. As humans, we tend to create an identity and perception of someone before we really know them. When we first meet someone, we tell them our name, our label, our call sign. It connects a word to an image, and words have meaning and history. This one word might be the foundation of individuality, so what’s in a name?
(02/08/24 12:37am)
“Saltburn,” directed by Emerald Fennell, was released Nov. 17, 2023. People strolled into theaters with popcorn anticipating a fiery gay romance with Jacob Elordi.
(01/30/24 3:16am)
Dec. 11, 2023, Apple Inc. released its newest iOS 17.2 for iPhones, including a new pre-installed app, Journal. According to the Apple Newsroom, the app uses “on-device machine learning to provide personalized suggestions to inspire journal entries.” New AI technology is utilized to encourage self-reflection and mental health awareness. If people are already addicted to their phones, maybe healthy habits can come out of a notification.
(12/05/23 10:14pm)
When one grows up celebrating Christmas, many traditions and expectations make the holiday season exciting and fun. In college, being away from home during the holidays can be difficult. Students shared some ways they bring the Christmas spirit into their lives while being at school.
(11/30/23 4:46am)
Across Ohio University’s campus, waste bins are labeled as “landfill” or “recycling.” Walking up to the two bins, one decides where the waste will go. One problem with sending waste away to landfills is that once it’s out of sight, the next steps are out of mind for many.
(11/22/23 1:56am)
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.
(11/07/23 3:28am)
According to its website, Ohio University is home to more than 24,000 students who occupy 8 million gross square feet and over 200 buildings. There are many old and historical buildings on campus, with the oldest being Cutler Hall, constructed in 1816. One group on campus is fighting to preserve these buildings to ensure many students can continue to enjoy them for years to come.
(10/20/23 2:57am)
Cricket Jones has been making her own jewelry for 14 years, including handmade spoon rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets. In addition, she sells her own poetry in the form of mugs and T-shirts. She did not always know jewelry was her calling, but took a taste of every creative direction in order to find what she loved. Her father inspired her to let passions guide big life decisions, and she has done so throughout her life.
(10/11/23 1:59am)
52 years ago, students and community members united in their appreciation for this historic world through the Ohio University Medieval Society. Outsiders might not know that the organization spans much farther than what meets the eye. The community at OU is a small branch of the greater Society for Creative Anachronism, or SCA, an international organization devoted to researching and recreating medieval art and culture. While the SCA reaches every corner of the world, from China to Germany to Australia, OU's medieval community is diminishing, and very few people fully understand their mission.
(09/20/23 2:38am)
Every college student has a favorite teacher. One who gave them a new perspective, made a more profound connection or brought an unexpected sense of joy and fun to their class. At Ohio University, there are too many favorites to count.