The Trump administration recently invited all universities to sign the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education,” which proposes numerous regulations on higher education institutions in exchange for preferential treatment.
Asian Lady Beetles have been seen all throughout Athens, especially in the colder months, as they are congregating in swarms inside buildings, dorms, and any structure with heat. After being introduced to the country to control aphids, but are now a nuisance for many Bobcats and Athens locals.
The Nov. 4 local election brought OU students to polling sites across Athens to vote for City Council members and levy issues.
Ohio University’s new South Green residence hall, McDavis Hall, is about 60% complete and set to open to students in August 2026.
Chair of the Athens City Commission on Disabilities spoke for the Student Senate, and three new appointments were confirmed.
Ohio University campus trash proves to be an issue, even with composting and recycling initiatives.
Tom Hayes and Jim Koenigsaecker premiered their film “Voyage of the Handala” Oct. 27 at Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival in Spain, bringing awareness to the conflict occurring in Gaza.
An interim policy at Ohio University outlining guidelines for external communications has prompted discussion among faculty about academic freedom and the limits of administrative oversight.
Ohio University film professor Tom Hayes was detained by Israeli forces while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza. He says the mission and the people of Gaza remain his focus.
Ohio University’s 2025 Security and Fire Safety Report shows increases in reported rapes, dating violence and burglaries on the Athens campus, according to the annual federal Clery Act report released Sept. 30.
The new LED wall shooting studio in the Radio-Television Communications Building offers hands-on learning for media arts students.
Ohio University removed Thomas Hayes, an associate professor in the School of Film, from his course following his kidnapping and detention in Israel.
Sorority and fraternity life at Ohio University appeals to an increasingly large number of freshmen, drawing in a record 572 recruits.
The city of Athens is leading an initiative to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030. The city has implemented various measures to increase renewable energy in municipal buildings and incentivize residents to do the same within their homes. Ohio University is also following a strict sustainability plan aimed at being carbon neutral by 2050.
Ohio University admitted a record freshman class, causing new housing challenges.
Sister Cindy, an Evangelical Christian who gained traction on the social media platform TikTok, arrived at Ohio University to spread her message to students.
Although the federal government has entered a shutdown, Ohio University said campus operations and services are expected to continue without disruption.
Ohio University’s Scripps in D.C. program, long limited to journalism majors, is now open to political science students, offering more access to internships and professional opportunities.
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression gives Ohio University a D- grade for speech, expression policies.
Athens has lowered vendor permit fees from $450 to $25, a change local business owners say will expand opportunities for small vendors to operate on city streets.
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