Alden library continues service, research during pandemic
By Taylor Burnette | Apr. 9, 2020Student workers will continue meaningful work for the library during this time.
HUMAN INTEREST
Students react to the xenophobia surrounding COVID-19
By Hannah Burkhart | Apr. 9, 2020Some students have strong feelings over COVID-19 being referred to as the “Chinese Virus.”
Athens tourism suffers impact of coronavirus, faces summer uncertainty
By Keri Johnson | Apr. 8, 2020Athens summer faces cancelations, postponements and more.
Southeast Ohio History Center partners with WOUB to document COVID-19
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 7, 2020Southeast Ohioans can send in submissions to be a part of documenting history.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month events held virtually due to COVID-19
By Lily Roby | Apr. 7, 2020Sexual Assault Awareness Month virtually brings light to survivors of sexual assault due to the coronavirus.
Greek life adapts to the coronavirus
By Lily Roby | Apr. 6, 2020Sororities and fraternities at OU have transitioned to online chapter meetings as many members of Greek life work to fundraise for those impacted by the coronavirus.
Q&A: Rapper, influencer Durte Dom discusses Vlog Squad, his own brand
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 6, 2020Dom Zeglaitis talks about creating content for multiple different platforms.
Mutual Aid Southeast Ohio helps those in Athens region with pandemic needs
By Taylor Burnette | Apr. 5, 2020The group focuses on connecting those with needs and those with the ability to help.
How students are coping with returning home, options available for support
By Hannah Burkhart | Apr. 5, 2020The sudden switch from campus to home has affected students in different ways, which has led them to find new passions to alleviate stress.
Local individuals fight virus using homemade masks
By Keri Johnson | Apr. 1, 2020Though not medical-grade, a homemade mask can protect your neighbor.
Alumni compare 1970 and 2020 closures of OU
By Lily Roby | Mar. 30, 2020The Ohio University riots of May 1970 is the first instance in 50 years in which the university has had to shutdown.
Student organizations remain active through remote engagement
By Riley Runnells | Mar. 30, 2020Some of the organizations include PRSSA, CHAARG and Lost Flamingo Theatre Company.
Local religious organizations find new ways to worship
By Keri Johnson | Mar. 26, 2020Religious organizations in Athens have become inventive in new methods of practice.
Immunocompromised people forced to be cautious as coronavirus spreads
By Lily Roby | Mar. 24, 2020Steps like social distancing and hand-washing aren’t just to protect yourself, but also those around you.
The importance of practicing social distancing
By Taylor Burnette | Mar. 24, 2020OU students around the world are coming together to stop the spread of COVID-19 through social distancing.
College students make relationship adjustments as result of pandemic
By Keri Johnson | Mar. 23, 2020Ohio University student couples are finding ways to adapt their romantic relationships.
Exercise Physiology Club provides professional development for students
By Lauren Serge | Mar. 22, 2020The club is led by students and focuses on helping its members better understand where their major can take them through informative, social and volunteer-based efforts.
Athens spring culture canceled amid coronavirus concerns
By Keri Johnson | Mar. 18, 2020Fest Season canceled while commencement for spring has been canceled.
Rags 2 Wrenches to bring car enthusiasts together
By Baylee DeMuth | Mar. 12, 2020Rags 2 Wrenches is for car lovers to mingle and show off their cars with other fellow car lovers.
Bars, bikers and booze: The culture of the Smiling Skull Saloon
By Ashton Nichols | Mar. 4, 2020The bar has been open for 27 years and remains a long time Athens staple.
