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Coffee Fixtures: Where in Athens to recharge
By Olivia Young | July 21, 2011Whether they are heading to a dreaded 8 a.m. class or preparing for an all-nighter in the library, many college students rely on caffeine to keep their cranial juices flowing throughout the day and night. The smorgasbord of one-of-a-kind coffees stretching across Ohio University’s campus ensures they are never at a loss.
Hockey: Bobcats gear up for championship run
By Cameron Dunbar | July 21, 2011For a team that’s found so much success over the past few seasons — not necessarily a common theme for teams in Athens — there’s one major piece missing from the Ohio hockey team’s trophy cabinet from the last several years: a national championship.
Students discuss merits, tactics for all-nighters
By Jillian Fellows | July 21, 2011It’s almost considered a rite of passage of college students. No one should leave as a graduating senior without having enjoyed the stress and sleep deprivation that comes with pulling an all-nighter.
Venues in Athens offer entertainment through local bands
By Nicolien Buholzer | July 21, 2011In some towns, it can be difficult to find live music shows on weekend nights, let alone during the week. In Athens, however, you would be hard-pressed to find a night where there isn't live music somewhere. Whether you’re looking for a big act or a more low-key scene, there’s always a show somewhere in Athens. Here’s where you need to look:
Football: Bobcats ready to kick off fall camp
By Michael Stainbrook | July 21, 2011Those close to the game say college football is a 12-month sport spent preparing for 12 games in the fall. In that cyclical cyclone, July is the eye of the hurricane.
Volleyball: Young team seeks continued wins in hopes of adding MAC, NCAA titles
By Nick Robbe | July 21, 2011Last year, shirts proclaiming Ohio volleyball’s prowess adorned bookstore windows.
A Field Guide to Fests
By Kelly Gifford | July 21, 2011While other universities finish classes and move their students out for the summer, Ohio University students gear up each spring for their favorite time of year — fest season.
Students advocate penny pinching through renting or exchanging new, used textbooks
By Alex Felser | July 21, 2011It’s one of the few times students dread going to Court Street.
Study finds OU alumni make less than other party-school grads
By Rebecca McKinsey | July 21, 2011Students who decided to attend Ohio University mainly for its party scene received a buzz-killing blow with the release of the 2011-12 PayScale College Salary Report.
High School Football: Experience, veteran play key for all Athens-area teams this season
By Paul Meara | July 21, 2011As July slowly turns to August, off-days become two-a-days and the shrill of whistles will fill the summer air. With or without an NFL lockout, high school football will return to Southeast Ohio.
Weekly City Council meetings aim for Athens improvements
July 21, 2011Athens City Council meets once a week to discuss possible means of improvement for the city.
University website offers treasure trove of info
By Alex Westerh | July 21, 2011Whether students are looking for the closest meal and Ryan Lombardi’s latest tweet or parents are seeking assurance their freshmen are in good hands, Ohio University’s website offers answers.
OU nursing, children's outreach programs receive $1 million gift
By Rebecca McKinsey | July 21, 2011When it comes to continuing to promote higher education locally, Ohio University’s nursing program received a million-dollar answer this summer.
Low score for Patton College indication of study's 'narrow scope,' Watts says
By Pat Holmes | July 21, 2011It’s been four years since the Ohio University Patton College of Education and Human Services went on probation for failing to meet an accreditation standard; and two since the college was taken off of probation for successfully meeting all six accreditation standards.
