Fantasy literature applicable to real world with help of LARPing
By Baylee DeMuth | Oct. 30, 2018Students learn the genre and conventions of fantasy through the study of fantasy literature, fandom and live-action role-playing games.
HUMAN INTEREST
Cat’s Pajamas Clothing Exchange to celebrate 10-year anniversary
By Baylee DeMuth | Oct. 30, 2018The annual Cat’s Pajamas Clothing Exchange is a time for Athens residents to donate and exchange garbage bags full of clothing.
Before trick-or-treating, commercialization and block parties, Halloween was rooted in Celtic religion
By Jess Umbarger | Oct. 24, 2018Trick-or-treating and pumpkin carving weren’t a part of the original Halloween.
Halloween Game Night to include a costume parade and carnival games
By Baylee DeMuth | Oct. 23, 2018The Athens Community Center will be hosting its annual Halloween Game Night, which will feature the theme “Under the Big Top.”
Fall Athens Beautification Day to focus on re-beautifying Athens County elementary schools
By Baylee DeMuth | Oct. 18, 2018Volunteers will travel all over Athens County to help clean up local elementary schools.
Shared Growth: OU alumni grow hops for local breweries
By Jess Umbarger | Oct. 18, 2018Morning Dew Hop Farm was created by two OU alumni who graduated decades apart
Still Serving: The story of The CI, the oldest bar in Athens
By Morris Wein | Oct. 18, 2018The CI, formerly known as the College Inn, was founded by a Turkish immigrant in 1917.
Keeping Athens in the Family: The story of two generations of Ohio University students from a Chilean family
By Jordan Ellis | Oct. 18, 2018Multiple generations of the Black family have made the long journey to Athens.
Football's Biggest Fans: Meet the students who lead Ohio's student section, the O Zone
By Hannah Burkhart | Oct. 18, 2018The student O-Zone ambassadors have a few special elements planned for the Homecoming game.
Fitted Fans: Students reveal what it's like to be Rufus the Bobcat
By Baylee DeMuth | Oct. 18, 2018The two students who sport Ohio University’s mascot suit reveal what it’s like to be OU’s number one fan.
Decades of Dedication: Three OU staff members reflect on their time as students
By Riley Runnells | Oct. 18, 2018Two of them even met their spouses on campus.
Athens Through the Ages: How fashion in Athens has evolved over time
By Paige Miller | Oct. 18, 2018Current trends include a resurgence of some 80s and 90s looks.
Meet the students who lead the Ohio student section
By Hannah Burkhart | Oct. 16, 2018The student O Zone ambassadors have a few special elements planned for the Homecoming game.
OU alumni grow hops for local breweries
By Jess Umbarger | Oct. 15, 2018Morning Dew Hop Farm was created by two OU alumni who graduated decades apart.
Three OU staff members reflect on their time as students and its influence on their work
By Riley Runnells | Oct. 14, 2018Two of them even met their spouses on campus.
Happy Trails Day to offer immersive experience with the outdoors
By Baylee DeMuth | Oct. 11, 2018The first annual Happy Trails Day will take place at Strouds Run State Park on Saturday.
Harvest Celebration to fundraise for future of food security
By Baylee DeMuth | Oct. 11, 2018Community Food Initiatives will be putting on its annual Harvest Celebration at The Dairy Barn Arts Center on Saturday.
Thrifting helps channel individual styles inspired by past decades
By Alice Demith | Oct. 11, 2018Lower costs and trendy styles are just a few advantages to thrifting.
Local apple farmers take pride in their produce
By Meghan Morris | Oct. 10, 2018Apple farmers overcame weather challenges during the growing season to sell apples at the Athens Farmers Market.
Annual Quad Rugby Battle the Blitz to provide playful competition and education for students
By Baylee DeMuth | Oct. 9, 2018Ohio University’s Quad Rugby organization will be holding its annual Battle the Blitz fundraiser on Saturday.
