OU seeks new notification system
By Pamela Engel | Feb. 22, 2011Ohio University is searching for a company to run its emergency notification system because the current in-house system was late to notify most students of a September tornado warning.
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Post Letter: OU golf course cannot survive 8Fest havoc
Feb. 22, 2011Post Letter: OU golf course cannot survive 8Fest havoc 2/22/2011 10:01:00 PM This letter is in response to the recent letter, "OU should offer golf course for 8Fest site." As an employee of the Ohio University Golf and Tennis Center, I want to briefly shed some light on how we operate. First, the golf course is a true auxiliary of the university. That means that the GTC covers its expenses with its own revenue. The General Fee does not support the GTC. The people who do support us are the golfers that frequent the course; we have more than 20,000 tee times annually! Second, plenty of students frequent the GTC. In fact, about 9,000 of those 20,000 tee times come from OU students. Moreover, the GTC has more than 70 student-workers, such as myself, who depend on its operation for employment. Having 8Fest at the course would undoubtedly destroy it. That would cause less revenue, which would mean the firing of student-workers and potentially the need for support from the General Fee to cover losses. I encourage other students to look at the information available on fees and tuition at ohio.edu/finance/bursar/athenstuition.cfm.
Men's Basketball: Washington evolves into weapon
By Will Frasure | Feb. 22, 2011During the final stretch of his college career, a different DeVaughn Washington has emerged.
Swimming & Diving: MAC Championships an exciting ending to seniors' careers
By Paul Meara | Feb. 22, 2011Any time a senior class steps into the arena, on the field, or, in this case, a natatorium, it packs a certain emotion whether it's sadness or excitement. For the Bobcats, this isn't just any class of seniors.
8Fest founder picks 'new playground'
By Amanda Lucci | Feb. 22, 2011Peering down from a ridge just outside of Athens, Dominic Petrozzi could tell Monday's heavy rains had already sunk into the grassy field.
Professor compares McDavis to Mubarak
By Olivia Arbogast | Feb. 22, 2011Applause erupted throughout Baker University Center Theatre yesterday afternoon as Ohio University administrators listened to a professor sound off against the current budget crisis.
Bulk-buying program could save OU millions
By Pamela Engel | Feb. 22, 2011Ohio University is piloting a new centralized-purchasing program that could save the university millions.
Wrestling: Ohio wraps up regular season with three-way tie for MAC championship
By Nathaniel Maund | Feb. 22, 2011Wrestlers crowded around computers and compulsively checked their phones during the minutes after Ohio won its final regular-season dual meet.
Women's Basketball: 'Cats work to climb up MAC rankings before tournament
By Michael Stainbrook | Feb. 22, 2011After struggling through much of the conference schedule, Ohio hopes to improve its efficiency enough to make the Toyota Prius look like a semi-truck.
OU students teach elementary chess to rookies
By Rosie Haney | Feb. 22, 2011Two years ago, playing chess was something fourth-grade student Cirus Stowe did only at home. Now he, his friend Tate Held and about 25 other students at West Elementary play every Wednesday after school.
Post Letter: 'Post' acts as practical medium for debates
Feb. 21, 2011I remain grateful to The Post for publishing this rebuttal. I ask citizens to not encourage dissent outside democratic processes. If one seeks to prove a scientific claim about why human beings behave the way they do, one should study a science.
Singing for the title of OU's Idol
By Nicolien Buholzer | Feb. 21, 2011Singing in front of a crowd can be nerve-wracking. Singing in front of a crowded room a cappella can be downright terrifying, but 12 Ohio University students braved the stage for a cause last night at Bobcats for Babies’ third annual OU Idol.
Teachers gather to protect voices
By Bentley Weisel | Feb. 21, 2011About 30 people congregated yesterday in front of the Athens County Courthouse to oppose Ohio Senate Bill Five, which would eliminate collective bargaining rights for all state workers.
Athens to host first triathlon
By Jillian Fellows | Feb. 21, 2011What originally started as the dream of a retired Ohio University professor has now turned into Athens' first triathlon.
Police drama proves itself badge-worthy
By Alec Bojalad | Feb. 21, 2011Sometimes I wonder why anyone even tries to do cop shows anymore afterThe Wire nailed the genre so perfectly. Of course, by that logic, filmmakers would have given up after The Godfather and we never would have been treated to Goodfellas.
The Buyout Blueprint: In preparation for state funding cuts, OU offers incentives to save money
By Pamela Engel | Feb. 21, 2011Ohio University released details of its proposed buyout plan today, and officials said the university expects to save $8.7 million annually as a result.
Athens city mistake generates extra spending
By Emily Bowman | Feb. 21, 2011Athens city officials must now spend an extra $15,000 on a back-up generator for the Athens Water Treatment Plant, because the one originally purchased was not compatible with various systems within the city.
Post Letter: Tuition hikes mobilize Generation Z to act
Feb. 21, 2011Ohio is not a favorable place to live if you're a young person.
Graduate Student Senate: Potential parking fee promotes deliberation
By Olivia Arbogast | Feb. 21, 2011Recent budget cuts may cause Ohio University parking fees to change in the upcoming academic year.
Notes from the Underground: 'Zombieland' rules apply to mosh etiquette
Feb. 21, 2011As I started to compile a list of rules for surviving in a mosh pit and at a concert in general, I noticed something amusing - the majority of them were very similar to the rules that the character Columbus creates in the movie Zombieland. For those of you who have watched this film - especially if you are a frequent concert-goer - I hope you find the correlations as hilarious as I do.
