A day in the life of a music performance graduate assistant
By Ashley Pomplas | Feb. 21Graduate Assistant Doug Shaffer shares what it is like to be a master’s music student in the trombone studio at Ohio University.
HUMAN INTEREST
Experts discuss media coverage on Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, call for peace
By Abreanna Blose | Feb. 21Ohio University professors Loren Lybarger and Thomas Hayes share their efforts to educate on the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza as they continue to advocate for peace.
OU students reflect on World Social Justice Day
By Jackson McCoy | Feb. 20Bobcats discuss the importance of meaningful social action on a college campus.
Athens County Public Libraries celebrates Library Lovers Month
By Sophia Rooksberry | Feb. 20Through decorations and special programming, ACPL puts a spin on the month typically most known for Valentine’s Day.
OU, Post alum Ken Klein to sign off
By Abby Jenkins | Feb. 19Ken Klein, an OU and Post alum, is well known for his work as a research assistant and for his social media series, “KenSharesScripps.” He reflected on his time at OU, his time after and what the future holds.
Dance students fascinate audience with winter dance concert
By Carly DeLuca | Feb. 18Since September, dance students have been dedicated to their pieces in the annual winter dance concert, and last Friday and Saturday, they got to perform and tell a story.
OU celebrates Founders Day
By Gina Napoli | Feb. 18Ohio University annually celebrates Founders Day Feb. 18. Students, faculty and Athens locals are encouraged to participate in the celebrations and learn about the university’s history.
VisCom school hosts ‘The Black Exhibit’
By Ethan Herx | Feb. 15From design to photography, the gallery showcases art in “The Black Exhibit” through the VisCom school.
Student Senate helps expand Career Closet
By Maggie Valentine | Feb. 15Thanks to the Student Senate’s donations, the Career Closet is bursting at the seams full of business attire available for all students at Ohio University.
Southeast Ohio History Center hosts ‘Total Eclipse of the Sun’ program
By Alyssa Goodenow | Feb. 15In anticipation of the rare total eclipse of the sun in Ohio occurring on April 8, 2024, the Southeast Ohio History Center held a program on Thursday, discussing the history of solar eclipses, led by speaker Tom O’Grady from the center and the Ohio University Department of Physics and Astronomy.
Cat’s Cupboard: Providing students, staff with food assistance
By Cami Seymore | Feb. 14OU offers several programs including Cat’s Cupboard and Meal Bank Program that help students, faculty and staff members in need of food assistance.
OU Performing Arts and Concert Series upholds tradition of entertainment experiences
By Sophia Rooksberry | Feb. 14Students and faculty discuss past shows and future developments of the series.
Student organizations celebrate Black History Month
By Disha Hoque | Feb. 14Student organizations are collaborating to foster acceptance and highlight diverse voices.
Student Spotlight: Jalen Tolbert stays busy, cultivates musical message
By Sophia Rooksberry | Feb. 14The OU junior maintains campus-wide involvement and a passion for writing music.
New Adventures fosters community among new Bobcats
By Jackson McCoy | Feb. 13The Office of Wellbeing and Recreation’s Outdoor Pursuits programs allow incoming freshmen to gain confidence and start their time at Ohio University off right.
Storytelling class encourages innovative learning
By Gabrielle Cabanes | Feb. 13This Ohio University class is a little different than others. While students get to learn more about the art of storytelling, they get to experience it with an end-of-semester trip to theme parks in Florida.
Appalachian Understories hosts bike repair workshop
By Ethan Herx | Feb. 13The nonprofit, Appalachian Understories, held an event to cater to people of all skill and knowledge levels in the basics of bicycle maintenance.
Bobcats weigh in on Super Bowl 58
By Kaela Ricket | Feb. 13OU students were among the more than 115 million people to watch the Super Bowl.
Advocates, stakeholders oppose Ohio’s gender-affirming care restrictions
By Abreanna Blose | Feb. 12As state leaders and legislators impose gender-affirming care restrictions, advocates and stakeholders discuss their perspectives and opinions.
Q&A: Sarah Jarosz discusses new album ‘Polaroid Lovers,’ tour
By Ethan Herx | Feb. 12Country/Americana star Sarah Jarosz sat down with The Post to speak about touring, her latest album, life and more.
