Purchase of observatory to aid school programs
June 1, 2005In an effort to make Ohio University's physics and astronomy programs top national competitors, the university purchased one-twelfth ownership of MDM Observatory in Kitt Peak, Ariz.
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Student what? Senate's limited power, lack of local focus lead to waning student interest
June 1, 2005With the Vision party's sweeping victory a few weeks ago, claiming all but one spot on Ohio University's Student Senate, it is perhaps a fitting time to reflect on the nature and purpose of OU's most influential student organization. While Student Senate is large and multi-faceted, most students are seemingly apathetic toward its existence. This year's election, as usual, saw less than 10 percent of the undergraduate population turn out to vote. This is not without reason as, regardless of what party dominates it, the Student Senate has consistently disappointed in its efforts to represent the students it serves, spending more time on resolutions concerning state and national legislation as opposed to addressing relevant issues affecting students. In many ways, Senate's hands are tied, which the Vision party freely admitted during an interview. But if the organization is so limited, then it is no surprise students are apathetic about it.
Smokers step out for a night
June 1, 2005The Athens night scene got a glimpse of what might be in store for bars and restaurants last night when a group of seniors from an advanced public relations class hosted a smoke-free night at Courtside Pizza, 85 N. Court Street.
Cleveland '04-05 sports season disappointing to supporters
June 1, 2005As good as the last nine months were for Ohio athletics, I cannot help from being a dejected sports fan. I have been cursed with being born in Cleveland and having a special attachment to its sports teams. In my 14 years of following Cleveland teams, I have never been through a nine-month stretch as terrible as the one I went through this school year.
Bush presses Mubarak to show Mideast nations the path to 'free and fair'
June 1, 2005WASHINGTON -President Bush prodded Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak yesterday to provide a model for other Mideast nations to follow by holding genuinely democratic and contested presidential elections.
Network's heyday held in heart
June 1, 2005Am I the only person who wishes that a guitar chord was played every time I came into a room? I bet not. I -along with countless other viewers -stared eagerly at Clarissa's window, waiting for the familiar ladder to appear, followed by Hey Sam (cue chord).
Sheriff cites family problems as potential motives for murder
June 1, 2005BELLEFONTAINE, Ohio -Domestic difficulties, financial problems with the family farm or a possible argument with his grandfather could have caused an 18-year-old to kill his family and friends in two farmhouses on graduation day, the sheriff said yesterday.
Students taking credit cards more seriously
June 1, 2005Companies have to give them credit: college students are learning to use their Visas and MasterCards wisely, even when shopping online.
Stem cell ethics discussed
June 1, 2005Yale University ethicist Gene Outka frames the issue of stem cell research partly as one of urgency -saying that abortion involves a pressing conflict between a pregnant woman and a fetus, whereas limits on stem cell research merely affect patients who in theory might reap medical benefits at some future time.
Mortar blast kills 3 Iraqi children
June 1, 2005BAGHDAD, Iraq -A mortar barrage killed three Iraqi children and their uncle as they played together outside their Baghdad home, the latest deaths in an insurgency that claimed a total of six lives yesterday.
Players train, bond in Athens during summer
June 1, 2005While most students and professors are packing for home or vacations, the members of the Ohio football program will be settling in for a summer of conditioning and preparation.
Fall sports will kick-start 2005-06 athletics campaign
June 1, 2005The 2004-05 Ohio athletic seasons provided plenty of memorable moments to relive again and again around the proverbial water cooler.
Sure bets for summer break
June 1, 2005School is almost over, so it's time to gear up for summer's hottest concerts, movies and reality TV. Although this list is only a sampling of entertainment, it will keep your mind off work and school this summer.
Ohio volleyball names new assistant coach for 2005
June 1, 2005Ohio volleyball coach Geoff Carlston has named Nadia Edwards to the coaching staff for the 2005 season.
Nelsonville Council appoints new member to fill vacancy
June 1, 2005Nelsonville City Council will see a new face in council chambers.
Reagan's legacy still inspiring youth
June 1, 2005Imagine this scene: a hundred college students in the studio audience of CNN's Crossfire, waiting for the show to begin. The day's topic is Who is the Greatest American President? Before the lights dim and the cameras start rolling, the hosts, Paul Begala and Robert Novak, survey the audience.
Breach of trust: Party man's powerful ties, dubious investment brew public skepticism
June 1, 2005Eyebrows were raised when Ohio's $55.4 million investment in a valuable coin collection seemed to have a mere $530,000 unaccountably loaned by Thomas Noe, record keeper for the coin collection, savvy businessman and active advocate and financial contributor for the Republican Party. This investment into valuable coins was created for the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation in order to fulfill the noble duty of compensating those injured on the job.
Dutch vote down EU constitution
June 1, 2005AMSTERDAM, Netherlands -Dutch voters worried about social benefits and immigration overwhelmingly rejected the European Union constitution yesterday in what could be a knockout blow for a charter meant to create a power rivaling the United States.
EU and United States prepare to face off about 'illegal government aid' to Boeing
May 31, 2005BRUSSELS, Belgium -Digging in for a new trade war with Washington, the European Union filed a counter complaint yesterday at the World Trade Organization, claiming that U.S.-based Boeing Co. receives illegal government aid.
MAC track stars head to NCAA championships
May 31, 2005Twenty Mid-American Conference athletes automatically qualified for the national championship meet after the Division I Men's and Women's Outdoor Track and Field Regional Championships were completed Saturday.
