OU President McDavis highlights Promise Lives Campaign, university expansion in annual report
By Kaitlin Coward | Apr. 12, 2016The university surpassed its Promise Lives Campaign goal of $500 million to help pay for university programs.
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OU Graduate Student Senate swears in new leadership, passes six resolutions
By Lauren Fisher | Apr. 11, 2016Ian Armstrong has officially succeeded Eddie Smith as president of Graduate Student Senate.
Change in study habits and time management apps could help students with cellphone distraction
By Katie Klecar | Apr. 11, 2016A majority of smartphone owners surveyed in a 2015 Pew Research Center study admitted using text messaging, voice and video calls, internet and email the most on their cellphone.
Student Senate has completed most of its original SOS campaign goals
By Maygan Beeler | Apr. 11, 2016With weeks until UNITE executives take office, a majority of the goals set by the SOS ticket last spring have been completed by Ohio University Student Senate.
Greek Week events altered after members painted “Build the Wall”
By Megan Henry | Apr. 11, 2016Greek Week 2016 events to have renewed focus on unity, service and philanthropy, according to a letter sent to Greek organizations.
Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted honors OU President McDavis for years of service
By Dina Berliner | Apr. 7, 2016Husted said McDavis’ efforts to achieve financial and academic success were among his accomplishments to warrant the commendation.
Student-created 'sublit' facilitates all subleasing needs for OU students
By Julia Fair | Apr. 7, 2016The site's creator hopes to also bring the service to Columbus and Cincinnati.
Students and OU officials reacted to pro-Trump graffiti painted by Bentley Hall
By Brook Endale | Apr. 7, 2016The graffiti wall by Bentley Hall was painted over with the words "Build The Wall!!" and "Trump 2016" on Thursday.
Pro-abortion activists rallied for abortion positivity in Baker Center on Thursday
Apr. 7, 2016About 30 people gathered to share an abortion-positive message.
Alden Library to see $200,000 in improvements to fourth floor, gender-neutral bathroom by Fall Semester
Apr. 7, 2016Alden Library is projected to have a gender-neutral bathroom, more whiteboards and different furniture for Fall Semester.
Serving in two roles has been a challenge for Jenny Hall-Jones
By Megan Henry | Apr. 7, 2016Serving as both the interim vice president for Student Affairs and Dean of Students as been hard for Jenny Hall-Jones.
Scripps Innovation Winners try to bring media coverage to underserved Somali community
Apr. 6, 2016Somali community in Columbus is underserved by the media, but a new app called NewsRain is trying to fix that.
New student trustee aims to bring students and board closer
Apr. 6, 2016Brooke Mauro will fill the spot left from senior Sharmaine Wilcox's graduation and serve on the Board of Trustees with P.J. Roden starting in the fall.
Panel on women in STEM aims to impart career advice on students
By Nora Jaara | Apr. 6, 2016STEM professionals draw on successful careers to offer wisdom.
'ohiousnap' ups its Snapchat game with advertisements for local businesses
By Jonny Palermo | Apr. 6, 2016The account features advertisements from local businesses including Kiser’s Barbeque, River Gate Apartments and Jackie O’s Pub and Brewery.
Golding to take more than $40,000 pay cut in new position for Ohio University
By Alex Meyer | Apr. 6, 2016Deborah Shaffer, who has taken over Golding's position, saw a pay increase of more than $70,000.
Vaylenx pioneers technology to end mosquito-borne diseases
Apr. 6, 2016Three students from interdisciplinary subjects hope to stop the spread of malaria.
Game development company started by OU students hopes to foster Athens gaming culture
By Brook Endale | Apr. 6, 2016Lantern Light Studios has created a game, called "Gloobs," which they hope to release on iOS and Android.
Professionals talk sustainability, give advice to students at Green Jobs Panel
By Taylor Maple | Apr. 5, 2016Sustainability and environmental specialists gathered at Ohio University’s Green Jobs Panel Thursday.
Ohio University psychology professor arrested Monday, allegedly assaults student
By Dina Berliner | Apr. 5, 2016According to a police report, Keith Markman, 48, also forced entry into the home of his former girlfriend.
