The Side Bar opens, welcomes new music
By Libby Evans | Sep. 5, 2024A new bar in Athens, The Side Bar, opened in June. The space presents a comfortable environment with couches and board games amid indie and alternative music.
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Students feel mixed after switch to Canvas
By Lulu McGhee | Sep. 5, 2024Ohio University students discuss the transition from the learning platform Blackboard to Canvas, and how the adjustment has affected their semester so far.
Athena Cinema staff discuss details of renovation, reopening
By Sophia Rooksberry | Sep. 5, 2024The theater is set to reopen on Sept. 5 with new equipment and improved structure.
2 new cafes open in Jefferson Marketplace
By Sophia Anness | Sep. 4, 2024Two new cafes opened in Jefferson Market at the beginning of the fall semester, located on East Green, for students to grab coffee at.
Restaurant Salaam brings culture, dishes to Athens
By Cami Seymore | Sep. 3, 2024Restaurant Salaam, a Mediterranean eatery off of Court Street serves unique international dishes devised by co-owner and executive chef, Hilarie Burhans.
Snag drivers discuss delivery service competition
By Sophia Rooksberry | Sep. 3, 2024Deliverers of snacks and drivers of scooters share details of the work.
Basket Case announces hiatus, anticipates return
By Sophia Rooksberry | Sep. 3, 2024Local band temporarily parts ways after half a year thriving in the Athens music scene.
Red Brick Tavern renovates, rebrands for fall semester
By Disha Hoque | Sep. 3, 2024Brick prepares for its relaunch and discusses its new goals.
Victoria Vincent, Black Sheep Improv evoke laughter
By Elizabeth Talaga | Aug. 31, 2024OU alum, Victoria Vincent and student club, Black Sheep Improv, perform as a part of Welcome Week.
OU Student Farm promotes sustainable agriculture
By Sophia Rooksberry | Aug. 28, 2024The facility on West State Street serves local businesses, students, interns and community members.
Blabby Abby: Business casual clothes remain undefined for women
By Abby Jenkins | Aug. 27, 2024As a new generation begins entering the workforce, it has become increasingly unclear what the true definition of “business casual” means, specifically for female and female-presenting individuals.
Dirty Girl Coffee gives back, promotes women in Appalachia
By Ethan Herx | Aug. 27, 2024The coffee roasters not only provide beans to businesses around Athens and the state, but also give back to the Glouster community.
Cranberry Casket breaks out, breaks glasses
By Megan Diehl | Aug. 27, 2024Cranberry Casket is relatively new to the Athens music scene but has already found a home in it. The group passionately embraces the musical influence of various greats.
Shana Collins works to protect students’ mental health
By Emily Stokes | Aug. 27, 2024Third-year student Shana Collins advocates for mental health, pushing for policies in the Student Senate and bereavement bill.
Student-owned businesses boom in Athens
By Cecelia Roche | Aug. 22, 2024Student entrepreneurs discuss resources, benefits of running a small business.
Students, faculty prepare for upcoming Involvement Fair
By Sophia Rooksberry | Aug. 22, 2024Leaders of student orgs and Campus Involvement Center faculty discuss importance of the Welcome Week event.
Bobcat Move-In Crew offers support, relief to incoming freshmen
By Gina Napoli | Aug. 22, 2024The Bobcat Move-In Crew aids freshmen and their families during the chaos of move-in day. Learn more about student volunteer benefits, program goals and ways to get involved.
Sororities prepare for an exciting, more relaxed recruitment
By Libby Evans | Aug. 22, 2024Ohio University’s Primary Panhellenic Recruitment is two full weekends unlike the previous year with only one for all events. Members are relieved to have more time to prepare and meet potential new members.
Student-athletes prepare for upcoming seasons, classes
By Gina Napoli | Aug. 18, 2024Student-athletes have been preparing for classes and the upcoming season throughout the summer. Amid homework, GPA requirements and practices, learn about how student-athletes excel during the school year.
Sorority recruitment answer ‘work week’ inquires
By Sophia Rooksberry | Aug. 18, 2024Three sorority members responsible for their chapters’ recruitment discuss the first major event of the year.
