Woman found dead in Athens
Sep. 7, 2010A 35-year-old woman was found dead in an Athens motel room Monday after a cleaning staff member called the Athens Police Department when the tenant did not answer the door.
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Burlesque group to host holiday honoring hobos
Sep. 7, 2010Feathered fans and homemade pasties will adorn women dancing to old time jazz, blues and ragtime music this weekend at The First Annual Hobo's Holiday.
Man sentenced to 30 years
Sep. 7, 2010A Philadelphia man charged with raping an Athens woman he met on the internet was sentenced to 30 years in prison this August.
Famed OU alumnus dies at age 87
Sep. 6, 2010Acclaimed Ohio University alumnus Herman Leonard died last month, ending the celebrated career of one of the oldest living Bobcats.
Football: Ohio looks to quell doubts against Rockets
Sep. 6, 2010After hurting his thumb against Wofford, quarterback Phil Bates' status remains in question for Saturday's game against Toledo.
Volleyball: Loss provides 'wake up call'
Sep. 6, 2010Upset and angry after losing in straight sets to North Carolina Friday, the Bobcats woke up.
Judiciaries reports rise in alcohol, drug offenses
Sep. 6, 2010The number of alcohol- and marijuana-related violations at Ohio University increased last year compared to the previous year, according to a report given to the Board of Trustees last Thursday.
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.
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.
