Cherry blossom trees continue to be a symbol of friendship amid pandemic
By Emma Skidmore | Mar. 31, 2021A gift from Chubu University in Japan, the cherry blossom trees continue to be an iconic part of Ohio University’s campus every spring.
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Minority International Student Panel to discuss health care in Athens
By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 31, 2021The Racial Equity Coalition's Health and Wellness Committee is hosting a free online event. The event will be a panel of Minority International Students talking about their experience with health care in Athens.
Photography students gain professional experience while on campus
By Lauren Serge | Mar. 30, 2021Students at Ohio University with majors pertaining to photography are offered numerous opportunities during their time on campus, whether in their organizations or in their search for an internship and a real-life job.
Director of Sorority and Fraternity Life Ariel Tarosky awarded Bobcat Medal
By Emma Skidmore | Mar. 29, 2021Tarosky plans to continue her work by focusing on building relationships with students.
Outdoor Pursuits jumps back into hosting day hikes, outdoor programs
By Lily Roby | Mar. 29, 2021For years, OU’s Outdoor Pursuits program has focused on getting students outside and active, and the program is back and better than ever post-lockdown with hiking, canoeing and more.
Appalachian Ohio State of the Region Conference to be held in May
By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 28, 2021Appalachian Ohio State of the Region Conference brings public officials, economic development experts, business and organizational leaders and others together to discuss different issues related to economic growth in rural Southeast Ohio.
Virtual awards continue to be special to students, faculty
By Emma Skidmore | Mar. 28, 2021Virtual awards have resulted in increased flexibility, organizers said.
OU’s third annual Music Industry Summit showcases conversations with music’s best
By Bre Offenberger | Mar. 25, 2021The event ran for about 12 hours.
Scripps College prepares to host spring career fair
By Anastasia Carter | Mar. 25, 2021Students have the opportunity to attend 30-minute group sessions or one-on-one sessions with employers.
Delving into COVID-19’s impact on the live concert industry
By Molly Schramm | Mar. 24, 2021Live entertainment venues were the first to close, and will be the last to open back up during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stuart’s Opera House and ABC Players present ‘Ordinary Days’
By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 24, 2021Stuart’s Opera House and ABC Players is hosting a play revolving around four young adults living in New York City amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Weekender Briefs: Learn healthy coping skills at Feel Good Friday, volunteer with the Athens Bicycle Club
By Isabel Nissley | Mar. 24, 2021Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
‘Beyond Binaries’ presentation highlights complexity of sexual orientations, gender identities
By Isabel Nissley | Mar. 24, 2021Robyn Ochs, bisexual+ speaker, author and activist, discussed the fluidity of sexual orientations and gender identities at the “Beyond Binaries” presentation.
Integrate Athens holds virtual events to commemorate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
By Lauren Serge | Mar. 23, 2021Through numerous virtual events, the local organization has been recognizing the diverse experiences of individuals with disabilities.
WOUB Wednesdays help students, alumni build relationships
By Kate Anderson | Mar. 23, 2021Every Wednesday at 7:15 p.m., WOUB students are given the opportunity to have conversations with alumni currently working in the field of journalism.
Athens Bicycle Club holds Bicycle Re-Cycle event, continues program
By Mary Jane Sanese | Mar. 22, 2021The March 6 event has turned into a full program.
GoFundMe helps Athens resident treat rare form of lymphoma
By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 22, 2021Daniel Martino, known by his friends as Tito, is about to undergo his third round of chemo. Those who would like to show support can donate to his GoFundMe.
Athens Jazz Festival adapts with virtual programming, performance
By Juliana Colant | Mar. 22, 2021The festival features Bria Skonberg, Carl Allen and Ohio University performers.
Tracking Trends: David Dobrik’s career might be over after ‘Business Insider’ article
By Riley Runnells | Mar. 21, 2021After a recent Business Insider article detailing Dobrik’s role in sexual assault and rape done by one of the Vlog Squad members, his career might just be tanking.
Professors, students discuss free university idea amid debt crisis
By Kate Anderson | Mar. 21, 2021The United States student debt crisis continues to escalate, but change may be here soon.
