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August 27, 2012

Soccer: Blue Demons haunt Bobcats for third straight loss

Ohio suffered its third straight loss Friday at the hands of DePaul in the windy city of Chicago. For the second time in their young season, the Bobcats failed to net a goal, falling 3-0.

Soccer: Bobcats reflect, look to rebound this weekend

It’s often said that hindsight is 20/20. There’s a lot to correct when Ohio looks to the past, as they dropped both of last weekend’s season-opening matches. This time around, that learning experience might come handy for the young Bobcat squad, though.

More administrators turn to Twitter to keep students in the loop

Ohio University Twitter savants and their less social-media-savvy cohorts can find common ground on their “following” list.

OU adds two administrators following Lombardi's appointment to VP of Student Affairs

Toward the end of Spring Quarter, Ohio University announced Ryan Lombardi as the new interim vice president for Student Affairs — drawing the national search to a close. But Lombardi’s appointment was only one of four OU had hoped to make.

Multipurpose center could give OU competitive edge, officials say

By this time next season, the Bobcats should have a new building to call home.

Car program lets students borrow university's wheels

Ohio University has signed a one-year contract for a car-sharing program with Enterprise Rent-A-Car in which OU students can rent one of two vehicles starting the first day of school.    

Performing Arts Series runs the gamut with full slate of shows

In August, Ohio University’s Performing Arts Series released the current show schedule for the upcoming school year, with a jam-packed Parents Weekend kicking off the year’s shows.

Freshmen could be best prepared for new Q2S class times, holiday breaks

On Aug. 27, Ohio University freshmen may be the least confused when it comes to waking up for the first day of classes.

Local hubs that boast CHIP-approved menus include Kaiser's; Casa; Louie, Louie; Farmacy

In many ways, the opening of a new semester parallels the crazed beginning of Spring Quarter with its epidemic of New-Year’s-resolution health consciousness, resulting in all of Ping Center’s elliptical machines being constantly occupied.

Court Street construction could finish before Sept. 14 deadline

The construction project that has North Court Street closed to traffic is slated to be finished ahead of schedule and under budget.

Sophomore's contribution to multiple OU sports teams allows for growth as an athlete

Ohio has a long history of student-athletes excelling in multiple sports, including names like Kermit Blosser and Frank Baumholtz. Serena Warner could be next to stand out in more than one sport: she is a member of the volleyball team and competes in track and field.

The Welcome Back Issue

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Theater school plans first musical in 10 years as part of packed lineup

This year, the Ohio University School of Theater will feature shows of every genre, from Greek comedies to contemporary dramas.

Local group pens 'fracking' guidelines

With the potential advent of horizontal fracturing in Athens County, the Strategic Advisory Committee on Hydraulic Fracturing has been working diligently through the summer on a set of protective guidelines for any prospective oil and gas companies.

NextGen network expands to cover a wider area, some residence halls

Ohio University students who struggled to connect to the Internet on campus last year may find themselves a little happier when surfing the web this fall.

Collaboration boosts Ohio football season ticket sales nearly 50 percent

Once the Bobcats take the field for their first home game Sept. 8, their goal is to bring the fans up from their seats and onto their feet. But until that moment arrives, Ohio Athletics officials have been successful in lining up fans to pack Peden Stadium.

New-look fall fest season features bashes old, new

Back-to-school purchases will extend to red Solo cups and concert tickets for party-goers this fall as the fest season extends in response to the quarters-to-semester switch.

Soccer: Two transfers could be key for Ohio's success in coming year

After making an early exit in the Mid-American Conference championship’s first round, Ohio soccer picked up two transfers to bolster both the offense and defense.

Council's summer agenda busy with power outage, infrastructure

After most of Ohio University’s students have left for summer, Athens City Council members are still meeting regularly — well, at least for most of the summer.