Community engagement fair empowers OU bobcats
By Mary Kate McNamee | Sep. 5Non-profits and other Athens organizations came together, welcoming students with volunteer, internship and research opportunities.
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Shop CGI finds new home on West Union Street
By Aaron Dick | Sep. 5The newly relocated vintage shop offers trendy and affordable secondhand clothing options for students and local residents.
Voinovich School brings thrift stores to campus
By Fiona Petticrew | Sep. 1Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs is hosting several thrift pop-ups throughout this year to help eliminate the transportation problem for students, as well as fast fashion.
The Weekender: Labor Day, local music and a food drive
By Ethan Herx | Sep. 1Athens will be bustling with musical and cultural events this week.
Human interest staff promote Athens' hotspots
By Gina Napoli | Aug. 28Whether a student is looking for a new outfit or delicious meal, there are a variety of places down Court and East State Street to explore.
Involvement fair increases student opportunities
Aug. 26The 2025 involvement fair brought together Ohio University’s student organizations and new Bobcats looking to get involved around campus.
The Weekender: A petting zoo, pizza and drag queens
By Ethan Herx | Aug. 26As the fall semester begins, Welcome Week events and more can be found throughout campus and Athens.
Freshmen share thoughts on housing selections, dorm life
By Anna Parasson | Aug. 21Some Ohio University freshmen find dorm life to be daunting but are excited to explore the areas of campus they live on.
OU alumni stay in Athens
By Sophia Rooksberry | Aug. 21After getting to know and love Athens as undergraduate students, many Ohio University alums opt not to leave the town.
New Scripps director shows promise
By Gina Napoli | Aug. 8Hans Meyer is the new Director of the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism effective July 1. Meyer shares his history in the newsroom and passion for journalistic integrity.
Butterfly Ridge encourages pollinator conservation
By Ethan Herx | July 15Just outside of Hocking Hills State Park, Butterfly Ridge Conservation Center gives guests the opportunity to observe some of the most important native pollinators.
Lazy, hazy, crazy, days of summer: Students, faculty talk summer plans
By Mary Kate McNamee | July 15Summer break provides students and faculty the time to slow down and relax before the academic school year begins
Athens Farmers Market cultivates crops, camaraderie
By Abby Jenkins | June 29Athens Farmers Market has been providing locals with homegrown fresh produce since 1972, from asparagus to zucchini.
Learning communities welcome incoming students
By Alexandra Hopkins | May 27Learning communities act as “home base” for incoming students.
Religious services encourage faith, growth on campus
By Renae Hefty | May 27There are many religious services offered to students on campus. Members of religious organizations offered their own introduction.
LFC’s ‘Heathers’ bows out the semester
By Renae Hefty | Apr. 25This weekend, Lost Flamingo Theatre Company will be performing “Heathers: The Musical” for its last production of the semester at Arts West.
Clubs A-Z: Rocket Club builds, prepares for launch
By Gina Napoli | Apr. 25Ohio University’s Rocket Club is home to a group of hardworking engineers who enjoy learning about and constructing rockets from scratch.
Clubs A-Z: Rocket Club builds, prepares for launch
By Gina Napoli | Apr. 24Ohio University’s Rocket Club is home to a group of hardworking engineers who enjoy learning about and constructing rockets from scratch.
Local karaoke nights strengthen self-expression
By Gina Napoli | Apr. 23Many hotspots offer fun and engaging karaoke nights for residents of Athens and neighboring towns.
Student science project to launch into space
By Alexandra Hopkins | Apr. 23In the coming months, two Ohio University students will watch their class project shoot into space and dock at the International Space Station.
