Because I Said So: Columnist reviews her own life after watching '17 Again'
May 6, 2009A few weekends ago I watched 17 Again, starring Zac Efron, and it really made me wonder what I would do if I were given the chance to be 17 again.
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Union votes down agreement with OU
May 6, 2009Members of the local chapter of American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees rejected an agreement with Ohio University that union workers said would have given more power to the administration and could have resulted in more layoffs.
Students consult Internet yoga demonstrations as alternative to formal classes, DVDs, books
May 6, 2009When it comes to learning a new yoga pose or fine-tuning a move from class, some students are turning to the Internet instead of self-help books.
Pornography studio sends colleges free film copies to foster academic discourse
May 6, 2009In a new kind of promotion, one pornographic film studio is offering free copies of its film, Pirates II, to colleges that request it for public screenings - but so far, Ohio University has not taken them up on the offer.
Event showcases African languages
May 6, 2009Students and faculty will display the diversity of African languages today through skits, poems and songs at the third annual African Languages Day.
Russ hires external reviewer for reported plagiarism cases
May 6, 2009Ohio University's Russ College of Engineering has paid consultant Ellis Hutt more than $30,000 since last July to review student plagiarism allegations, one year after it decided to seek an outside reviewer to remove the perception of bias.
Column: Cavaliers' victories make faithful fans hopefuldespite disappointing Cleveland sports history
May 6, 2009I leave town for a couple days to get my appendix removed, and my fellow Cleveland faithful are immediately assaulted.
Economic stresses may increase depression, suicide rate
May 6, 2009Increasing unemployment, home foreclosures and financial strain can take a toll on vulnerable individuals, leading to depression and possibly suicide.
Baseball: Late showers prompt 12th cancellation
May 6, 2009April showers have lingered into May and canceled another Ohio baseball game.
Your Turn: Sports editor appears amateur with Cleveland bashing
May 5, 2009What is this spew of garbage that has infiltrated the Post sports department? It wasn't Steve Gartner. Not diehard Steelers fan and former Post sports editor Jason Fazzone.
Band of the Week: Band floors Athens with live shows
May 5, 2009A hard rock band with a sour sound, Wooly Lemons has been bringing its heavy and steady beat to the Athens music scene since 2005 when drummer Todd Parish of Athens met bassist Mike Riggins of Cincinnati.
Sheriff confiscates syringe from 1st grader, heroin suspected
May 5, 2009Four used syringes with brown residue were confiscated from a first grade Chauncey Elementary School student's backpack yesterday after a teacher found them in the student's folder.
Health center overprescribes commonly abused medications
May 5, 2009When Jake Noe started using prescription painkillers freshman year, his friends recommended Hudson Health Center, a source he thought safer than going to a dealer.
Your Turn: Rumor, hearsay did not deserve front-page space
May 5, 2009As a fellow journalism student, I am disgusted by The Post's story in Tuesday's issue, Drugs possibly played role in student's death. I cannot believe that The Post would be willing to print absolute hearsay, and hurtful hearsay at that, about a fellow student who recently passed away. I did not know Eric whatsoever. It's possible he was using drugs at the time of his accident. But the fact is, you don't know that yet. Literally all you have is a non-quote about the Franklin County coroner who allegedly said that Eric allegedly tested positive for alleged drugs. (Hint: when you have to use the word 'allegedly' 10 times in one sentence, you probably have a non-story.) Then the article goes on to say that toxicology reports are being run ... but the results aren't back yet. And oh yeah, the investigation they're conducting is standard procedure. And OH - the police said nothing has changed. Basically you had nothing ... and for some unknown reason decided to print it anyway. Since when does 'rumor' constitute front-page news? (Unless you're The New York Times hoping to smear John McCain, but I suppose that's a different story.) I feel so badly for Eric's family, who now has to answer to media allegations about drug use when absolutely nothing has been proven or even officially accused! Rumors are a NON-STORY, Post. This story didn't just unnecessarily embarrass Eric and his family, it definitely embarrassed you, too.
Your Turn: Impressive graphics fail to accurately illustrate Scripps' technology fees
May 5, 2009I commend The Post for its vivid graphic representation of how the university spends tuition and fees (What They're Doing With Your Dollar
Nationally-known authors, poets to engage students at Lit Festival
May 5, 2009Poet David Kirby does not cite Byron, Longfellow or Dickinson as his major influences.
'Post' Editorial: Pure truth
May 5, 2009Contrary to popular belief, free speech isn't protected everywhere in the United States. Private colleges, for example, have full discretion on speech restrictions. Most schools, however, recognize that free speech and free press are important to an intellectually vibrant society, and they give the student press most of the same freedoms bestowed on those outside the gates.
New Recovery Conservation Corps provides young people with jobs
May 5, 2009Low-income, disadvantaged 16-to-24-year-olds might find a job this summer through a government program reminiscent of a New Deal plan.
OU student director brings Shakespeare play to stage
May 5, 2009William Shakespeare's magical play about a shipwreck will dock at Elizabeth Evans Baker Theatre tonight, with an Ohio University student at the helm.
