Semester Switch: Scheduling software lessens estimated cost of changeover
Oct. 26, 2008Owing to software that simplifies schedule conversions, a transition to semesters could cost more than $1 million less than a 2007 estimate.
MULTIMEDIA
New interdisciplinary certificate program to highlight Judaism
Oct. 26, 2008With classes centering on humor, gender and sexuality in Judaism, Ohio University's new Jewish Studies certificate program will come into its own Winter Quarter. -
Clown phobia spoils party for some students
Oct. 26, 2008As a child, Amanda Stuk didn't like to be separated from her parents. So when a clown pulled her out of the crowd at the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus in Cincinnati when she was 7, she was terrified.
Bands amplify experimental 'noise'
Oct. 26, 2008The buzz in the Athens music scene keeps getting louder as noise pours out from student houses and uptown venues.
International Dance Night raises funds for South African children
Oct. 23, 2008Ohio University students have the chance to dance for a cause tonight at Casa Cantina, as a portion of International Dance Night's proceeds will go to help South African children.
Volleyball: Bobcats look to extend win streak
Oct. 23, 2008Ryan Theis has made it known that he wants his team playing its best volleyball in November.
Swimming: Ohio begins season missing key pieces from MAC title bid
Oct. 23, 2008Ohio made its Mid-American Conference title run last year mainly because of its depth. -
Amateurs to try out their talent at Laughter After Dark
Oct. 23, 2008Performing stand-up comedy is nothing new for Matt Karp, but it is for the amateurs he has lined up for Laughter After Dark's performance tonight.
Toledo troupe to perform comedic murder mystery on train ride in Nelsonville
Oct. 23, 2008Random Acts is the company's name and murder is its game.
Field Hockey: Seniors chosen for All-Star Game
Oct. 23, 2008Rachelle Coetzee and Jessie Martin chalked up another accolade this week when the National Field Hockey Coaches' Association selected them for the Division I Senior All-Star Game.
Football: MCL tear shuts down tight end's season
Oct. 23, 2008Andrew Mooney is the latest Bobcat to have his season ended.
Student Senate treasurer resigns, personal reasons cited
Oct. 23, 2008Ohio University Student Senate Treasurer Maleka Anderson resigned her position Sunday citing, personal issues for her departure.
State reports decrease in deer-vehicle collisions
Oct. 23, 2008Although the number of deer-vehicle collisions went down during the past year, there has been an increase in the number of carcasses found, said one biologist.
Krendl discusses environmental project-
Oct. 23, 2008About 30 students and faculty members attended Student Senate's quarterly Pizza with the Provost last night.
Deficiencies found within blue light emergency phone system
Oct. 23, 2008Although Ohio University's blue light emergency phones are named for their most visible feature, many of the phones' lights are illuminated only after dark and some don't have lights at all.
Musicians converge to encourage Athens to 'Sing Out the Vote'
Oct. 23, 2008Throughout the day, eight musicians from across the nation will use their music to encourage Athens residents and Ohio University students to vote in the upcoming presidential election. -
Lost Flamingo Company brings star-studded drama to stage
Oct. 23, 2008Guns, knives and ropes are not the chosen murder weapon tonight in Die! Mommie! Die! but that doesn't mean that someone won't be kicking the diamond-studded bucket.
Post Endorsement:-
Oct. 23, 2008The two candidates for Athens County commissioner are vastly different from each other. Republican Larry Payne is obviously the more polished of the two candidates ' sometimes almost too polished, giving off the air of a pandering politician. But he has promising ideas for encouraging growth in Athens County. Democrat Jim Pancake, on the other hand, seems very genuine, but some of his proposed policies are of questionable value or feasibility. Taking all this into consideration, The Post endorses Larry Payne for Athens County Commissioner.
