Religious and spiritual LGBT students search for a place to belong
By Sarah Franks | Mar. 28, 2017It can be difficult for some LGBT people to find acceptance when they come to college.
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During fest season, some students set out to film the frenzy
By Sean Wolfe | Mar. 28, 2017While a bulk of the student population descends into alcohol-fueled madness, amateaur filmmakers can be found filming nearby.
Athens Underground provides alternative space to shop for clothes, music literature and more
By Tyler Jordan | Mar. 27, 2017The store, located at 90 N. Court St., has been operating for almost 15 years.
Indian Student Association to host Festival of Colors, annual Holi celebration
By Sarah Franks | Mar. 23, 2017Colored dyes will soon fill the air around Scripps Amphitheater as the Holi celebration begins Sunday evening with a two-part celebration.
Bagel Street to host annual Pickle Fest eating competition
By LynAnne Vucovich | Mar. 22, 2017Pickle Fest will take place this Friday, and donations will go toward the charity of the winner’s choice.
International Women’s Day Festival brought cultural performances to celebrate women around the world
By Georgia Davis | Mar. 19, 2017The ninth annual International Women’s Day Festival took place on Sunday in Baker Ballroom.
Turkish Night to offer glimpse at life and culture in Turkey
By Rebecca Wojcinski | Mar. 16, 2017The event will feature food, dance and presentations about the Turkish culture at OU and abroad.
Weekender Briefs: Queer Hollywood film showing, Turkish Night and more
By Alex McCann | Mar. 15, 2017A fanfiction reading and a Celtic dance are some of the events scheduled for St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
14th Gravel Rouser Classic to offer races and scavenger hunts
By Alex Darus | Mar. 15, 2017The Gravel Rouser Classic will take place this weekend and, for the first time, will be co-sponsored by Jackie O’s.
9th annual International Women’s Day Festival to highlight “Making a Difference”
By Mae Yen Yap | Mar. 15, 2017OU’s Women’s Center will celebrate its ninth annual International Women’s Day festival Sunday.
First Sex Week to educate students on more than just 'vanilla' sex
By Meghan Morris | Mar. 13, 2017Feminist Equality Movement will host four sex-themed events to teach students about LGBT and polyamorous relationships, among other topics.
Five years later, Casa Nueva’s Trivia Night continues to blend fun with a challenge
By Alex McCann | Mar. 2, 2017The Athens restaurant and cantina has hosted Trivia Night since October 2012.
Team gives students affordable opportunity to hone sailing skills
By Emily Doll | Mar. 2, 2017The Sailing Team allows all students, from those who have never sailed to those who have experience, to sail without breaking the bank.
Local Wine, Mead and Venison Competition will allow locals to sample amateur drinks and dishes
By Alex Darus | Mar. 1, 2017The event will cost $15 and take place at ARTS/West on Saturday.
Bobcat Unity Walk rescheduled to Tuesday after water main break
By Sean Wolfe | Feb. 27, 2017The walk, which was originally set to be held on Feb. 16, will still have the same route.
Local moonshiners legally continue the tradition of old-time bootleggers
By Alex McCann | Feb. 22, 2017Hocking Hills Moonshine and Straitsville Special Moonshine are two legal moonshine distilleries in southeast Ohio.
Women’s Center to host screening of body positivity documentary
By Meghan Morris | Feb. 21, 2017Embrace shows the importance of having a positive body image and the steps taken to reach that point.
OU synchronized skating team works long hours for spotlight moments
By Alexis Eichelberger | Feb. 19, 2017The 15 dedicated athletes most known for taking the ice between periods at hockey games work hard to earn recognition.
Some students opt to continue with school throughout the summer
By Jess Umbarger | Feb. 16, 2017Many choose to take classes at local colleges over summer break as a way to get ahead or to save money.
Despite the pain, wisdom teeth removal is a smart move
By Jess Umbarger | Feb. 14, 2017Many students struggle to deal with the pain of wisdom teeth removal.
