Tracking Trends: Canada officially bans conversion therapy
By Grace Koennecke | Jan. 11, 2022After two failed attempts, Canadian legislators have won the approval of their fellow colleagues to ban conversion therapy of adults and minors.
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COVID-19 presents many challenges for new students on campus
By Cole Patterson | Jan. 11, 2022Since the beginning of the pandemic, campus life has changed drastically at OU.
Academic burnout plagues students at midpoint of school year
By Cole Patterson | Jan. 9, 2022Academic burnout is a challenge that many students face during their college years. With the stress of tough classes, desire to maintain a healthy social life and the ongoing pandemic, students are feeling the academic burnout trending higher than in previous school years.
Food insecurity: Ending stigma, understanding impacts within OU, Athens
By Isabel Nissley | Jan. 4, 2022In Athens County, approximately 19% of residents — or 12,500 people — are food insecure, according to 2019 data from Feeding America. That number is 5% higher than the rate of food insecurity in Ohio and nearly double the national rate.
Chosen families help ease holiday stress for queer individuals
By Lauren Serge | Jan. 2, 2022For many queer individuals, returning home for the holidays can be a very stressful experience.
OU students share upcoming New Year’s resolutions
By Hannah Campbell | Jan. 2, 2022As students put this past year behind them, many are looking forward to their New Year’s resolutions.
Q&A: Nicotine Dolls’ Sam Cieri is excited for the future
By Sophia Anderson and Alyssa Cruz | Dec. 22, 2021Lead singer of the Nicotine Dolls, Sam Cieri, talks about his journey as a musician in New York City and how his band Nicotine Dolls is gaining success.
Homemade holiday gifts kindle feelings of love
By Katie Millard | Dec. 17, 2021Students share their experiences making presents for loved ones and how crafting gifts can make them extra special.
Joy of Toys program provides donations for underprivileged families in Athens
By Lauren Serge | Dec. 16, 2021The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is hosting the Joy of Toys program that helps collect toy and monetary donations for underprivileged families in Athens.
Stacked Cats prepare for first national tournament
By McKenna Christy | Dec. 14, 2021Now that the women’s ultimate frisbee team has made history, they will compete for the league’s national title Dec. 17.
‘Public displays of Judaism are the message’: OU Chabad celebrates Hanukkah
By Katie Millard | Dec. 3, 2021For each night of Hanukkah, Chabad hosts a different event, including a menorah lighting open to students of all faiths to spread the message and traditions of the holiday.
'Benefest' to support local programs, showcase musical talents
By Anastasia Carter | Dec. 2, 2021This year marks the 10th annual Benefest.
Student organization members reflect on club changes over 2021
By Katie Millard | Dec. 2, 2021As COVID-19 restrictions have changed wildly from last January to now, members of student organizations look back at the many ways their clubs have changed and adapted over the course of the calendar year.
Weekender Briefs: Jam at Benefest, celebrate holidays with Krampus parade
By Anastasia Carter | Dec. 1, 2021Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
2021 kept audiences busy with celebrity drama
By Kayla Bennett | Dec. 1, 2021John Mulaney, Britney Spears and David Dobrik have all become household names this year.
Professor Spotlight: First-time published author Carolyn Lewis tells her story
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 30, 2021Carolyn Lewis brought her story and others’ stories to life in her new book.
Charitable organizations reflect on their efforts, successes of 2021
By Alex Imwalle | Nov. 30, 2021Local charitable organizations and nonprofits have been active over the past year to ensure that everyone can have access to necessary resources.
OU’s diversity centers reflect on 2021, have hopes for 2022
By Lauren Serge | Nov. 29, 2021The LGBT Center, Multicultural Center and Women’s Center each had their own approaches to events and participation this year.
Tracking Trends: A breakdown of Shawn and Camila’s breakup
By Katie Millard | Nov. 28, 2021Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello have ended their long-term relationship.
Outdoor Pursuits combines nature with team building
By Grace Koennecke | Nov. 28, 2021Outdoor Pursuits is an organization that integrates the outdoor scenery of Athens into a space for students and those outside of Ohio University to strengthen their sense of community and communication and leadership skills.
