Melty Melty can't get enough of Athens
Oct. 4, 2007Don't expect a typical concert from the Columbus-based trio, Melty Melty. The band relies on keyboards, synthesizers and samples to create their mellow, experimental sound.
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Local union chapter gains support from OU faculty
Oct. 4, 2007ATHENS ' OU faculty members and a mayoral candidate showed up to support the picketers. About eight faculty members, including history professor Kevin Mattson, journalism professor Joseph Bernt and sociology professor Leon Anderson, joined the fired union members as they handed out fliers at College Gate. We know it takes a lot of work to keep the campus clean and safe
OUPD flier aids in murder case
Oct. 4, 2007The Ohio University Police Department is turning to students for help in the investigation of a professor's murder.
'Post' letter-writer's logical syllogism was invalid, unsound
Oct. 4, 2007Today, one of the students in my introductory logic course brought a letter in your paper to my attention.-
Scripps professor holds concert to benefit CLP
Oct. 4, 2007ATHENS ' A fundraiser concert is being held this weekend, benefiting non-profit news organizations. The concert will benefit the Common Language Project and [url=http://www.afrikanews.org/]www.afrikanews.org[/url], and will feature E.W. Scripps School of Journalism professor Bob Stewart and his band, along with Jack Wright and Albert Rouzie. The Common Language Project is a non-profit organization that focuses on positive
OU ignores a Jewish holiday when scheduling
Oct. 4, 2007I am forwarding to The Post a letter sent via e-mail to the Ohio University's Fulbright Scholars Association, which was carbon copied to the Interim Director of International Studies. I was disappointed that the issues raised in my letter were deemed unworthy of a response. I hope The Post will feel otherwise.
Softball: 'Cats close fall season
Oct. 4, 2007Ohio will finish up its fall season this weekend at the Ohio Collegiate Charity Classic in Columbus.
Hocking College to host world record attempt
Oct. 4, 2007Bicycle-enthusiasts in Athens County will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest bicycle parade at 10 a.m. tomorrow at Hocking College to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the HockHocking Adena Bikeway.
Athens City Council works on apartment housing plans
Oct. 4, 2007Plans for building student apartments at University Estates have been canceled, but other projects within the development will be reviewed by Athens City Council Monday.
Your Turn: Mental illness does not imply threat to others' safety, lives
Oct. 4, 2007I am writing in response to Lyn Bowman's letter published in Tuesday's Post.
Volleyball: 'Cats beat Flashes in convincing manner
Oct. 4, 2007Double-doubles seem to be regular occurrences for Stephanie Blackburn every match now. The outside hitter, who had recorded eight double-doubles in her previous nine matches, notched her ninth in 10 matches against Kent State as the Bobcats cruised to a 3-0 victory over the Golden Flashes yesterday.
Solar Tour to showcase Ohio's solar-powered wonders
Oct. 4, 2007ATHENS ' The Ohio Solar Tour will show renewable energy-powered and energy efficient homes and buildings in Hocking and Athens counties tomorrow. The tour, organized by Green Energy Ohio, a clean energy advocate group, will show more than solar energy. It will highlight hundreds of solar, wind, biomass, green design and energy-saving technologies in every corner of the state. Some sites include the solar photovoltaic systems and fuel cell technology at Hocking College in Nelsonville, a wind/solar electric hybrid system in Logan, solar thermal technology at Ohio University and an off-grid solar electric system providing 100 percent of the electrical needs of a home in Stewart. Many will be surprised to learn that Ohio already has commercial solar electricity
Soccer: Rejuvenated Bobcats prepared to take on reigning MAC champion Cardinals
Oct. 4, 2007During games, Jackie Hanson flies up and down the field. She runs upon opponents to take the ball and is gone just as quickly down thefield, passing the ball to her teammates to create scoring opportunities.
Baker University Center to host Study Abroad Fair Monday
Oct. 4, 2007ATHENS ' Students looking for an alternative to college life in Athens ' or the United States for that matter ' may find what they are looking for at the Study Abroad Fair. The Office of Education Abroad will host its 19th annual Study Abroad Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday in the Baker Center Ballroom. More than 50 exhibits will be on display at the fair, representing many different study, work, intern and volunteer programs. Students wanting to go abroad can choose from more than 30 different countries, such as England, Ghana and Japan through programs with OU and other third-party providers. Students will also have the opportunity to meet with representatives from other programs involving studying abroad, including the Peace Corps, Financial Aid and passport services from the Athens Clerk of Courts. Free cinch bags will be given out to students throughout the day. The event is free and open to all students.
Walking the walk
Oct. 4, 2007There were dark times in Ohio University IT department. Understaffed, underfunded, hacked and the RIAA breathing down its neck.
Eco-friendly Athens businesses make it into the green guide
Oct. 4, 2007Ohio University students looking to support local businesses with environmental practices now have a guide telling them how to do so.
Personnel Plus relocates, hosts award ceremony
Oct. 4, 2007Personnel Plus opened their new facility at 20 Kern St. yesterday afternoon, where they will be able to provide individuals with disabilities a more focused training program.
Football: Inexperienced end shows talent
Oct. 4, 2007With defensive end Ernie Hodge suspended for the season, the Bobcats turned to a seldom-used sophomore to fill the hole left by the former freshman honorable mention All-American.
Field hockey: Bobcats crush Chippewas, 4-0
Oct. 4, 2007In their first home game since Sept. 4, the No. 11 Bobcats dominated the Central Michigan Chippewas with a vicious offensive attack for a 4-0 victory Friday.
