Speak French to Me: Walking across the street not for the weary at heart
Apr. 23, 2012I have never feared for my life more than I have in these past four weeks.
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Between the Lines: Greek life more in control than what media makes it
Apr. 23, 2012Greek life seems to come built-in to the college experience on many large campuses throughout the country, and Ohio University’s is certainly no different. Lately, whether it has been in Rolling Stone, ABC News or even The Post, greek life has received some bad press — sometimes deservedly so.
Spring into Shape: Drinking more water is key to shedding pounds
Apr. 23, 2012They say that you should drink eight glasses of water per day. It’s supposed to keep you hydrated, eliminate fatigue and keep you from mistaking thirst for hunger.
Wit & Banter: Dealing with allergies a harsh reality of spring
Apr. 21, 2012The arrival of spring promises warmer temperatures, sunnier skies, blooming flowers … and high pollen counts. We just barely escaped winter’s cold and flu season only to be slapped in the face with the woes of allergy season almost immediately after.
I'm not a doctor...: Motorcyclists cruise in circles for loud show
Apr. 21, 2012You hear me long before you see me.
Allergic to the World: Pink slime: What we don't know will hurt us
Apr. 19, 2012I’m all for healthy eating.
Laughing Mad: An apology to Secret Service involved in scandal
Apr. 17, 2012A Heartfelt Apology to the Secret Service Agents Whose Careers I Ruined:
Speak French to Me: Learning body language vital for becoming fluent
Apr. 16, 2012There are thousands of different languages spoken worldwide. Within one language there are multiple accents, dialects and differences.
Spring Into Shape: Running at the core of a love-hate relationship
Apr. 16, 2012You start out thinking that today might be a good day to go for a jog. You lace up your Asics, plug your headphones into your iPod and head outside. You’re feeling motivated as you start your playlist and run down that first hill. You’re on fire. You could probably go forever.
Smile, You're in Athens: Altern-Athenians embrace funky characteristics
Apr. 15, 2012They have many names. Some call them hippies, others call them hipsters, but the counterculture of this college town is uniquely Athens.
I'm not a doctor...: Fantasy realm lets us pass bills, concoct recipes
Apr. 14, 2012Saturday, in some parallel universe, C.J. Wilson (in a Los Angeles Angels uniform) and Yu Darvish (in a Texas Rangers uniform) were both starting pitchers for the same team on the same day. Miguel Cabrera (of the Detroit Tigers) manned first base while Jimmy Rollins (from the Philadelphia Phillies) and Dee Gordon (from the L.A. Dodgers) shared shortstop.
Wit & Banter: Interview accumulates awkward occurrences
Apr. 14, 2012I’m an awkward individual. They say that a situation may only be awkward and uncomfortable if you make it that way. Well, I’m the kind of person that can make any situation awkward.
Allergic to the World: Chinese students shouldn't abandon cultural ties
Apr. 12, 2012The Chinese undergraduate students at Ohio University are pretty upset recently at NetEase (Known in Chinese as Wangyi) — a leading Chinese news website.
Laughing Mad: Tabling: Every college student's certain nightmare
Apr. 10, 2012In the pursuit of my journalistic career, more than once, I’ve been pushed to do things I never would have considered only a scant year ago.
We, The Students: International students must depend on selves
Apr. 10, 2012Lost in the ebb tide of mixed feelings, you wave goodbye to your family and friends one last time. Your luggage is weighed, labeled and carted off. Your passport and ticket are dutifully checked and stamped. The security system is soothingly silent as you pass through its arch and put on your clothes.
Speak French to Me: Bon appetit: French food is creme de la creme
Apr. 9, 2012I, Danielle Limon, am utterly in love with French cuisine. More than I thought was possible, and more than is probably socially acceptable.
Spring into Shape: Secret to hardcore abs starts in the kitchen
Apr. 9, 2012Rebuild, restore, recover.
Smile, You're in Athens: Graffiti makes its mark, leaving a legacy behind
Apr. 9, 2012There is nothing more wonderful than walking down the sketchy alley behind Chipotle to be reminded by black spray paint that you are “sexy.” If you are not blind, you might have noticed that some parts of Athens are a coloring book for alternative artists.
Wit & Banter: Good luck doesn't grace everyone's existence
Apr. 7, 2012I’ve recently decided that I really hate coincidences, karma and luck. You may say I’m bitter because I haven’t had any good experiences with any of the three, and for that, I’d say you are correct. But that’s not to say I haven’t tried to give them a chance!
I'm not a doctor...: Without a laptop, burning time doesn't come easy
Apr. 7, 2012My laptop died a week ago. I didn’t expect it. Poor little guy wasn’t even three years old, and he just up and expired. The experts told me it was probably a logic board failure, but it could have been its hard drive.
