University announces new judiciaries director
Sep. 6, 2010After launching a national search in May and assessing applicants for two months, Ohio University named its new director of University Judiciaries.
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Faculty challenge freshmen to 'step up to the plate'
Sep. 6, 2010Thousands of first-year Ohio University students gathered to hear President Roderick McDavis and other university administrators address academics and students' futures yesterday at the Convocation Center.
Black bear spotted in Athens
Sep. 6, 2010Last month, Ian Bedell and a friend set out for a leisurely hike up Bong Hill near the Hocking River, expecting to enjoy the scenery of a summer day. When they returned down the hill, they saw a large black bear.
University introduces new major that offers international appeal
Sep. 6, 2010Ohio University students who are still searching for a major now have one more option to consider: Global Studies - War and Peace.
Fall line-up bodes well for viewers
Sep. 6, 2010Greetings, couch potatoes, TV addicts and occasional class-goers! Whether it's by laptop or traditional television, you will spend an inordinate time this quarter staring at a glowing box. But how to make the best of the time you're wasting? That's where I come in. Let me be your Mephistopheles-like guide into TV damnation. Here is what merits watching this fall.
Dollars & Sense: Push cart away from Wal-Mart for real rollbacks
Sep. 6, 2010Have you ever spent a whole week eating nothing but PB&J and spaghetti you've dressed up with a spoonful of expired marinara sauce? You're not the only one.
Police initiate crackdown on noise violations
Sep. 6, 2010Athens Police Department has now begun enforcing the city's noise ordinance on an on-sight basis during certain hours, rather than first waiting for complaints.
Hall privatization could cost students
Sep. 6, 2010Ohio University students could end up paying more for on-campus housing if the university chooses to privatize the residence halls rather than fund the renovation itself, according to a presentation during the Board of Trustee's meeting Thursday.
Alumni fund majority of capital campaign
Sep. 6, 2010Ohio University is almost halfway to the new $450 million goal for its Promise Lives campaign, according to a report presented to the Board of Trustees Thursday.
OU student dies in car accident
Sep. 6, 2010An Ohio University student, remembered for his love of music and Italy, died in a car crash last Wednesday.
PostLetter: Princeton Review falsely stereotypes OU students
Sep. 6, 2010After reading 'After brief fall, OU Climbs to number 2,' I couldn't agree with Dr. Kent Smith more. As a student who abstains from drinking entirely, I completely feel the pressure to prove I'm here not to party but to learn. It's difficult when a person assumes because you go to a so-called party school, you automatically fit into that demographic. I work every day to establish myself toward a contributing adult in society, and I wouldn't want my hard work tarnished by some anonymous survey that only includes a small percent of those attending.
Balance: Don't let dining hall choices pack on pounds
Sep. 6, 2010In an all-you-can-eat style dining hall, it can be daunting to decide what to eat and how to avoid the freshman 15.
College Green attracts freshman interest with enthusiasm, shark
Sep. 6, 2010Tristan Navera Assistant Campus Editor tn336706@ohio.edu
Construction delayed on Jeff Hill until Sept. 14
Sep. 6, 2010Final tests on water and sewer lines under Jeff Hill have now delayed construction crews at least another week from opening the road to traffic for the first time in eight years.
Participation in student organizations enhances overall campus experience
Sep. 6, 2010One of the major questions many incoming students have is how to get involved with their majors on campus. Luckily, it's very easy - there are about 350 registered student organizations at Ohio University.
MAC Notebook: Teams post 6-7 record
Sep. 6, 2010All Mid-American Conference teams saw action last weekend, but the conference couldn't scrape up any wins against Football Bowl Subdivision opponents.
Dorm Daze: Dining halls tempt students to pilfer produce
Sep. 6, 2010Inevitably, every student will steal something from the dining halls during his or her years at Ohio University - typically food, but perhaps the occasional fork or spoon, as college students practically are guaranteed to lose their original silverware set.
Athens, OU communities welcome international students with picnic
Sep. 6, 2010Colorful garb, the casual passing of a soccer ball and food both familiar and exotic characterized a lively picnic to welcome new international students Sunday.
WhileYouWereGone: Now No. 2 party school?
Sep. 6, 2010The same academic year The Princeton Review named Ohio University the second biggest party school in the nation, the number of alcohol- and marijuana-related violations increased for OU students. It's exactly the image OU administrators seemingly have been working to abolish in recent years.
