9Fest to see added police presence on party edges
By Joshua Jamerson | May 17, 2012Saturday’s 9Fest will see a beefed-up law enforcement presence compared with previous Number Fests in a push to keep the party raging without interruption.
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Goalies: getting shot at is what they do
By Matthew McGreevy | May 17, 2012Goalies are like actors: Everybody sees the player wearing the mask or brightly colored jersey, but nobody can decipher their identity beneath the equipment.
Acts ready for a 'crazy party' at last Spring Quarter fest
By Lindsay Friedman | May 17, 2012As Ohio University’s last Spring Quarter and, possibly, fest season come to an end, organizers and musicans of 9Fest plan to go out with a bang.
Annual Spring Dance Concert showcases "serpentine" and student dances
By Kristin Salaky | May 16, 2012This weekend, School of Dance students will put a little spring in their steps.
Post Modern: Watching Words
By Anjelica Oswald | May 16, 2012“That is so fetch” was an unknown phrase until the success of the 2004 film Mean Girls landed it a spot on the pop culture map.
Allergic to the World: Hard to point finger at fracking with no visible evil
May 16, 2012It is difficult to get people to care about fracking and other environmental issues.
Former Bobcat running back finds success on Canadian turf
By Nick Robbe | May 16, 2012The dimensions of the field differ; there are fewer downs and more players, but to former Ohio running back Chris Garrett, it’s still just football.
Fests: Too hard to handle?
By Brandon Carte | May 16, 2012After a house fire during Palmer Fest marred the already shaky reputation of the annual street celebration, Ohio University President Roderick McDavis reached out to his counterparts throughout the state in regard to spring fest behavior.
Post Letter: 'Post' article complicit in marginalizing Imazighen
May 16, 2012In an article about the upcoming Arabian Night written for The Post on May 9, titled “Student association hopes to open eyes to Arabic culture,” Anjelica Oswald wrote that “Each performance will be incorporated in a narrative about Ibn Battuta, a famous Arab explorer.” This sentence contains a basic factual mistake and contributes to the erasure of an often marginalized indigenous group.
Athens mulling over options for building bike bridge
By Joshua Jamerson | May 16, 2012Athens officials are considering building a new pedestrian and bicycle bridge over the Hocking River, but the plans could come falling down if a grant fails to hand the city enough money.
Senate hopefuls courting 11th-hour votes via myriad ways
By Brandon Carte, Sara Jerde | May 16, 2012In the final week of what might be the last 30-day Ohio University Student Senate campaign season, candidates scrambled to get last-minute votes.
A cappella concert unites five OU groups
By Kristin Salaky | May 16, 2012As the current season of Glee comes to a close, Ohio University’s a cappella groups perform to fill the void.
Post Letter: Protecting, not inciting, should be police priority
May 16, 2012As a proud Ohio University alumnus and local developer who has been highly critical of the city –university relationship, I must applaud the recent efforts of the city and university to come together to address the problems associated with the fests.
Robbery reported in Emeriti Park
By Brandon Carte | May 16, 2012A male student reported being robbed in Emeriti Park early Wednesday morning.
LGBTA commencement ceremony honors distinguished graduates
By Kristin Salaky | May 16, 2012While most graduates usually feel pride in their achievements, the LGBTA Center is showcasing those who have a different kind of pride.
Residents sign revised oil and gas leases, hope dividends will flow from fracking
By Laura Scheer | May 16, 2012About 300 residents packed into the Market at East State Street Thursday to learn more about Cunningham Energy’s new oil and gas lease and possibly sign the agreement.
Hip-hop artists use annual concert as a chance to give back
By Lindsay Friedman | May 16, 2012Thanks to local hip-hop artist Jéan P and his right-hand man DJ iShine, fellow musicians are being awarded a fourth chance to take to the stage to raise money for a greater cause.
Athens panel proposes extras for 'fracking' bill
By Laura Scheer | May 16, 2012Pending regulatory legislation for hydraulic fracturing in Ohio was in the hot seat during an Athens County committee meeting Wednesday.
Disability awareness event gives locals experience of everyday challenges
By Stefan Malmsten | May 16, 2012About 10 Athens residents and Ohio University students could be seen portraying characteristics of various disabilities during the third annual Challenge by Choice event Thursday.
