What Presidents' Day looks like at OU
By Alyssa Cruz | Feb. 20, 2023OU students lament not having Presidents’ Day off while also learning the history behind it and how the university observes it.
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David Butcher, Tablertown to receive recognition, visibility
By Alyssa Cruz | Feb. 19, 2023Last Friday, John Carey, director of the Governor’s Office of Appalachia, visited the Tablertown People of Color Museum in hopes of gaining more visibility and funding for the nonprofit.
Weekender Main: MFA student highlights sex and self-awareness in one-man show
By Sophia Rooksberry | Feb. 16, 2023Written and performed by Felipe Luz, “Men are Trash and I’m a Raccoon” is a guaranteed whirlwind through the world of online dating
Founders Day at OU links past to present
By McKenna Christy | Feb. 16, 2023When looking back at when and how OU was established, some qualities make the university different from others. Founders Day allows people to consider OU's past and how the university has changed over time.
A day in the life of a college tour guide
By Abby Jenkins | Feb. 16, 2023Follow three OU student tour guides through a typical day in their life giving tours to newcomers and incoming Bobcats.
Weekender Briefs: Classics and Cocktails, Diversity Weekend Tour
By Caroline Kammerer | Feb. 15, 2023Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
Students struggle with local healthcare options
By Grace Koennecke | Feb. 15, 2023Students share their experiences at Hudson Health Center, OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital.
Student Spotlight: Addy O’Rourke reflects on Disney College Program experience
By Grace Koennecke | Feb. 14, 2023The junior recently finished working in Disney Springs in Orlando, Florida, in January.
CHAARG provides a workout community for college women
By Maggie Palma | Feb. 14, 2023OU sector of CHAARG is a chance for women to move their bodies and take care of their minds.
What Valentine’s Day looks like around the world, on campus
By Isabella Pedrera | Feb. 14, 2023Valentine’s Day looks different for everyone, including on OU’s campus and around the world.
Former Bachelor speaks about love on Valentine’s Eve
By Gabrielle Cabanes | Feb. 14, 2023Former Bachelor Ben Higgins spoke to students in Baker Center about his experience as ABC’s “The Bachelor.”
The doc is in and she’s tuning in to Athens
By Alyssa Cruz | Feb. 13, 2023Myiesha Taylor to host a lecture about the representation the animated series “Doc McStuffins” provides as well as her experience navigating the world of medicine as a Black female physician. Taylor holds a special connection to the show, being honored by Disney Junior for her accomplishments.
Couple’s Spotlight: Jason Preston and Micaylah Nash share their story
By Abreanna Blose | Feb. 13, 2023Jason Preston and Micaylah Nash met as freshmen at Ohio University. Over four years later, the two are eager to spend the rest of their lives together.
Turkish Bobcats grieve, unite after devastating earthquake
By Alyssa Cruz | Feb. 13, 2023A little over a week ago, a deadly earthquake hit Turkey and Syria, causing extreme devastation across the region. A group of Turkish Bobcats are banding together to grieve and raise money to help give aid to those in need.
Platonic love is in the air
By Gabrielle Cabanes | Feb. 12, 2023With cupid's celebration approaching, students reflect on Galentine's Day traditions.
Hocking Hills Winery offers award-winning wines in scenic setting
By Cole Patterson | Feb. 12, 2023Located just under 30 miles from Ohio University, the Hocking Hills Winery features many award-winning wines, nestled in a scenic setting within prime Ohio Appalachia.
Artist Spotlight: Lacy Davis portrays themes of family, womanhood through photography
By McKenna Christy | Feb. 12, 2023Lacy Davis is a graduate student at Ohio University and an artist featured in the Women of Appalachia Project exhibit at the Dairy Barn Arts Center. Her images explore themes such as family and womanhood, which she was inspired by from inheriting her grandma’s belongings.
OU Mindfulness-Based Living organization practices being present, intentional
By McKenna Christy | Feb. 9, 2023Sunder Singhani founded a newer organization on campus called OU Mindfulness-Based Living to create opportunities for students to practice mindfulness and meditation. As a doctoral student and mindfulness-based stress reduction teacher, he thought students could benefit from this type of organization on campus.
OU film clubs given chance to create, showcase short films
By Alyssa Cruz | Feb. 9, 2023Rough Cut Collective and AVW Studios worked to put on a premier at the Athena Cinema last weekend.
Weekender Briefs: Unveil your inner emo or jump into a new book
By Grace Koennecke | Feb. 8, 2023Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
