Bulk-buying program could save OU millions
By Pamela Engel | Feb. 22, 2011Ohio University is piloting a new centralized-purchasing program that could save the university millions.
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Professor compares McDavis to Mubarak
By Olivia Arbogast | Feb. 22, 2011Applause erupted throughout Baker University Center Theatre yesterday afternoon as Ohio University administrators listened to a professor sound off against the current budget crisis.
OU seeks new notification system
By Pamela Engel | Feb. 22, 2011Ohio University is searching for a company to run its emergency notification system because the current in-house system was late to notify most students of a September tornado warning.
Board of Regents chancellor to end term early
By Pamela Engel | Feb. 22, 2011Ohio's top higher education official announced yesterday morning that he is stepping down effective March 13, two days before Gov. John Kasich is scheduled to release his biennial budget.
Students plan to protest funding cut, educate masses about impact
By Pamela Engel | Feb. 21, 2011A coalition of students is organizing rallies, protests and educational events in light of recent state-level funding reductions for public schools.
Faculty Senate: Deficit discussion leaves bitter taste
By Pat Holmes | Feb. 21, 2011About 60 senators gathered at last night's Faculty Senate meeting to discuss potential buyouts, focusing mainly on possible pitfalls associated with replacing employees who retire early or leave voluntarily.
Graduate Student Senate: Potential parking fee promotes deliberation
By Olivia Arbogast | Feb. 21, 2011Recent budget cuts may cause Ohio University parking fees to change in the upcoming academic year.
The Buyout Blueprint: In preparation for state funding cuts, OU offers incentives to save money
By Pamela Engel | Feb. 21, 2011Ohio University released details of its proposed buyout plan today, and officials said the university expects to save $8.7 million annually as a result.
Athens to host first triathlon
By Jillian Fellows | Feb. 21, 2011What originally started as the dream of a retired Ohio University professor has now turned into Athens' first triathlon.
Marrow drive tests for eligible donors
By Pat Holmes | Feb. 20, 2011In light of today's bone marrow drive dedicated to an Ohio University professor, one recent donor match encourages people to get swabbed.
President focuses on history, not holdups
By Caitlin Bowling | Feb. 17, 2011Although Ohio University was actually founded today, about 50 students and employees gathered in Baker University Center Theater yesterday to celebrate Founders Day.
OU meningitis inspection suspended
By Wesley Lowery | Feb. 17, 2011The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced yesterday that its planned study of meningitis at Ohio University is on "indefinite hold" because of a lack of funding.
Assets spike following rough fiscal year for OU Foundation
By Caitlin Bowling | Feb. 17, 2011Although the Ohio University Foundation is expected to continue recovering from the hit it took during the Great Recession, the foundation's total worth will not likely increase by as much this fiscal year as it did last year, according to a university official.
Students advocate value of athletics
By Joe Fox | Feb. 17, 2011About 30 students attended the student speakout portion of Wednesday’s Student Senate meeting to show their support of Intercollegiate Athletics, a department facing growing scrutiny at Ohio University as imminent budget cuts near.
Art students left in limbo
By Pat Holmes | Feb. 15, 2011After students gathered at an Ohio University branch campus last Tuesday to protest the removal of studio art classes, student representatives met with school administrators to discuss what classes would be offered in the future.
General Fee to encompass fewer groups
By Pamela Engel | Feb. 13, 2011The General Fee Advisory Committee will only have to rank four fee categories instead of eight as it prepares its recommendations for next fiscal year.
Professor on leave following harassment allegations
By Wesley Lowery | Feb. 6, 2011An Ohio University professor has been placed on paid leave after taking a former student to his home and showering her with gifts — including a $600 diamond ring.
