OU offers summer programs for ranging ages
By Kaitlin Hogg | June 2Ohio University offers a wide variety of enriching summer programs for both high school and college students.
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COVID-19 continues to impact students, education
By Finn Smith | May 27The COVID-19 pandemic shut down schools and caused a setback in educational and social learning that continues to impact students today.
Clara's Commentary: Friends in class make a difference
By Clara Leder | May 27Finding friends in college can be daunting, but talking to people in class can be the gateway to deep connections and academic success.
Health care resources available to students
By Kaitlin Hogg | May 27Students at Ohio University have many healthcare options available to them on campus, including physical and mental health services.
People, places to know
By Elizabeth Talaga | May 27New students should familiarize themselves with these people and campus buildings.
Faculty officially form union after SERB dismisses university objection
By Kaitlin Hogg | May 8, 2025The United Academics of Ohio University officially unionized after the State Employment Relations Board dismissed the university’s objection to the vote.
Diversity programs, offices at OU face cuts, closures
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 29, 2025Ohio University President Lori Gonzalez released an email updating students about the effects of the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act on the university programs and offices.
Diet Compliance: Students with celiac crave greater accommodations
By Alex Imwalle | Apr. 25, 2025When sampling a full day’s menu from each dining court, 59% of Nelson’s meal options contained gluten. Conversely, just over half of The District’s menu items were labeled as non-gluten.
Greek life sees surge in student involvement post-pandemic
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 22, 2025Membership in Ohio University’s sororities and fraternities has nearly doubled since 2022, helping students build community.
Commencement Preview: From books to 'Blizzards'
By Emily Stokes | Apr. 22, 2025Diplomas and DQ: Spring Commencement features OHIO Alum John P. Gainor, retired DQ CEO.
Student Senate plans Finals Festival offering students chance to destress
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 18, 2025Student Senate prepares to host its Final Festival from April 25-27 for the semester to give students a chance to destress during exam season through activities such as a sour candy tasting, a Lego building competition, pot painting and ziplining.
Student Senate responds to campus discrimination
By Suzanne Piper | Apr. 17, 2025Student Senate passed a “campus bigotry” bill on April 2, following a third-degree misdemeanor in which a student damaged Student Senate property in a prejudiced manner.
UAOU rallies to demand OU recognize union vote
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 9, 2025Wednesday afternoon, faculty and students gathered in support of UAOU, demanding the university stop the delay in their vote.
Faculty Senate discusses unionization objection, resolutions, updates
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 8, 2025Faculty Senate met Monday night for its April meeting to discuss the objection to the unionization vote filed by the university, updates and resolution readings.
How students can access SNAP benefits
By Avery St. George | Apr. 8, 2025SNAP benefits can be an important resource for college students facing food insecurity. Here’s a rundown on eligibility requirements and the application process.
Action ticket wins Student Senate election, Gordillo reelected
By Avery St. George | Apr. 3, 2025Dan Gordillo and the Action ticket dominated, winning a supermajority in multiple categories, including president, vice president and treasurer.
Students can build their own major in new University College program
By Jack Solon | Mar. 27, 2025Ohio University’s new Bachelor of General Studies program lets students pick a variety of minors or certificates to earn a degree.
University provides food accommodations during Ramadan
By Zoe Weyand | Mar. 25, 2025Ramadan, a holy month of fasting in Islam, lasts from Feb. 28 to March 29 this year, and OU has ensured that observers have the culinary options they need to practice comfortably.
Mill Fest brings out best, worst of Athens
By Elizabeth Talaga and Kaitlin Hogg | Mar. 25, 2025The first fest weekend of the year kicked off Saturday with Mill Fest.
UAOU unionizes with a 453-189 vote
By Elizabeth Talaga | Mar. 24, 2025United Academics of Ohio University votes to unionize were counted Monday afternoon.
