Obama speaks about higher education costs
By Jillian Bloemer | Apr. 24, 2012Apologizing for a potentially fuzzy connection, President Barack Obama joined a conference call with student journalists from Air Force One on Tuesday afternoon.
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Laughing Mad: Making a 'Superman' mistake yields no good
Apr. 24, 2012Well, you’ve really done it this time. Couldn’t just keep it in your pants, could you? No, you just had to go and get it on with Lois Lane, top reporter at the Daily Planet, actress, novelist, oh, and let’s not forget, wife of a guy who can punch asteroids and shoot lasers out of his eyes.
Recent tuition hike will spur a war with Trustees
Apr. 24, 2012We are writing in response to Wesley Lowery’s April 20 editor’s note, “With OU athletic raises, tuition hike concerning.” We agree wholeheartedly with Lowery’s insightful argument, and were outraged to see the Board of Trustees vote unanimously in favor of the tuition hike.
OU helps lead Midwest campuses Beyond Coal
By Austin Stahl | Apr. 23, 2012Ohio University’s goal to wean off coal as a fuel source by 2015 is a trend that other Ohio universities are adopting because of not only environmental reasons but also human health risks.
Spring into Shape: Drinking more water is key to shedding pounds
Apr. 23, 2012They say that you should drink eight glasses of water per day. It’s supposed to keep you hydrated, eliminate fatigue and keep you from mistaking thirst for hunger.
Candidates take care to organize legitimate tickets
By SARA JERDE | Apr. 23, 2012Twelve months after Ohio University’s Student Senate campaign season saw 12 candidate disqualifications, this year’s executive candidates made sure to cross their “t”s and dot their lower-case “j”s when filing their paperwork.
Board rules yOU cannot replace treasurer
By SARA JERDE | Apr. 23, 2012A Student Senate Board of Elections decision Monday denying yOU’s request to replace its treasurer candidate means that the REACH candidate, Evan Ecos, will run unopposed.
Bobcats confident, energized about Flyers face-off after weekend wins
By Brandon Kors | Apr. 23, 2012Amid a dip in April temperatures, the Bobcats will try to stay hot when Dayton visits the Ohio Softball Field on Tuesday.
Between the Lines: Greek life more in control than what media makes it
Apr. 23, 2012Greek life seems to come built-in to the college experience on many large campuses throughout the country, and Ohio University’s is certainly no different. Lately, whether it has been in Rolling Stone, ABC News or even The Post, greek life has received some bad press — sometimes deservedly so.
Elements of Malaysian culture on display at daylong festival
By Anjelica Oswald | Apr. 23, 2012Southeast Asian fashions, films and food will be showcased at Ohio University’s first Malaysian Festival Wednesday.
Football: Spring missteps not a concern for OU
By Rob Ogden | Apr. 23, 2012What a difference a week makes.
Baseball: Ohio still searching for offensive spark to ease reliance on pitching
By Nick Robbe | Apr. 23, 2012With important conference games looming, the Bobcats are looking to polish their game before heading down the home stretch of Mid-American Conference play.
Post Letter: 'Post' reporter shows little sensitivity for candidate
Apr. 23, 2012My name is Kate Steven, and I’m the chair of the 2012 Board of Elections for Undergraduate Student Senate at Ohio University. I am also a 2011 graduate of OU and a current graduate student. This letter reflects my own opinion and not the view of the Board of Elections.
Brooklyn band Sweetback Sisters comes to Athens with a country and rock blend
By Kristin Salaky | Apr. 23, 2012Though a country band whose birthplace is more centered on glass and steel than tress and grass may be unconventional, that is exactly the case for The Sweetback Sisters.
OU to hire liaison to better explain student health insurance plan
By Sarah Grothjan | Apr. 23, 2012While plans to revamp student health insurance are in the works, Ohio University might hire a new face for student healthcare just in time for the revised plan to take effect.
Council yet to make decision on gas station
By Joshua Jamerson | Apr. 23, 2012With only three items on the agenda Monday night, Athens City Council members postponed making a decision on the abandoned Columbus Road gas station in a meeting that was adjourned in less than 30 minutes.
BedPost: Despite sex, don't be afraid to make the first move
By Alex Bill, Steph Doan | Apr. 23, 2012I’ve been talking to a guy for a while now, and he hasn’t made any moves. How do I make the first move without being too forward?
Undercover agents arrest 49 at High Fest
By Joshua Jamerson | Apr. 23, 2012Although Athens Police reported eight arrests made at High Fest on Saturday, the Ohio Investigative Unit more than sextupled the number of apprehended partiers.
