MULTIMEDIA

Bad publicity, twofold

Oct. 4, 2005

Federal auditors said last week that the Bush administration broke the law while attempting to promote the president's education policy. The violations included purchasing favorable news coverage, making payments to the conservative commentator Armstrong Williams and hiring a public relations company to evaluate media perceptions of the Republican Party. Those strategies employed by the Bush administration to bolster praise for its policies are reprehensible and it is unfortunate they continued unabated for as long as they did. It is a relief that those actions, compromising the integrity of both the government and the complicit media, were found illegal.

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Ohio displays tough exterior

Oct. 4, 2005

To anyone who saw only the scores of the Ohio field hockey team this weekend, it appeared as if everything went right for the Bobcats.

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'Gardener' shines through summer muck

Oct. 4, 2005

In a summer full of no-brain entertainment courtesy of aliens, oompah loompahs, penguins and virgins, a thought-provoking film with a strong political message can get lost. Now, it can be found at the Athena Art Series this week.

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Alaskan drilling not right answer to fuel shortage

Oct. 4, 2005

Having just returned from the great Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, I beg everyone to get politically active and help to save that last great place. It is the last intact arctic ecosystem left in the world and supports one of the last cultures left in America which still lives off the land: the Gwich'in caribou people.

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Love could be just around the corner

Oct. 4, 2005

What is true love? Can it really be found on a college campus or at any other point in your life?

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Duty might interrupt education

Oct. 4, 2005

Because of hurricane relief efforts in the South and the war in Iraq, Ohio's Army National Guard units could be called to service at any time, interrupting the quarter for Ohio University students in the military.

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'Cats' travels to Athens on 25th anniversary tour

Oct. 4, 2005

Usually heavy make-up and highly detailed costumes are a sign of Halloween in Athens. But tonight, 20 cast members will sport elaborately painted faces and intricate furry costumes to perform in the 25th anniversary tour of the musical Cats.

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County engineer hopes to relocate

Oct. 4, 2005

The Athens County Commissioners agreed to sign a permit yesterday allowing the Athens County Engineer's Office to fill in the land surrounding its current location to avoid flooding.

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Fan section increases to cheer on volleyball players at The Convo

Oct. 4, 2005

Starting Friday, the known O-Zone fan section for basketball and football games is expanding its membership to include the women's volleyball team and inviting everyone.

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Linebacker shares football memories

Oct. 3, 2005

Linebacker Michael Graham began his Ohio football career as a redshirt walk-on. Now Graham has become one of the most dependable defensive threats for the Bobcats. The Post's Nick Brockman talked with the defensive standout about high school football, memorable Ohio football moments, goals for the future, and early season favorites for the Super Bowl.

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Vending ordinance faces modifications

Oct. 3, 2005

A local vendor raised his concerns to City Council last night about a proposed increase in vending fees.

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E-mail inquiry results might prompt lawsuit

Oct. 3, 2005

Ohio University officials might file charges against a former professor based on results of an informal investigation by the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office.

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The other half

Oct. 3, 2005

Despite a record freshman class this year, Ohio University has seen a drop in its graduate student enrollment. It seems possible that amid a complex planning process to strengthen the university's future, one important aspect of that future has been overlooked. As OU prepares to implement its new plan - Vision Ohio - it cannot afford to dismiss the importance of sufficient enrollment in its graduate schools. If OU wants more respect as a research institution and as a prominent university in general, the importance of continuing improvement in graduate education should be a top priority.

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High-tech Athens company ponders growth, relocation

Oct. 3, 2005

The Athens County Port Authority has received preliminary state approval for $5.73 million in loans and bonds, which could be used to help the largest company at Ohio University's business incubator expand its operations and potentially relocate.

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MAC names week's top players

Oct. 3, 2005

The Mid-American Conference announced the Football Players of the Week yesterday.

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Home by Christmas?

Oct. 3, 2005

Last week, senior military commanders stood by an earlier statement that some U.S. troops should be able to return home from Iraq early next year. Unfortunately, a complex web of factors is involved in considering the likelihood of a troop reduction in the foreseeable future. With hope, enough progress soon will be made to ensure that as many Americans as possible can return home.

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Media perpetuate society's shortfalls

Oct. 3, 2005

In previous columns, I have mentioned two of the most detrimental aspects of U.S. society - the fact that we live in constant fear of evil people attacking us and that we live our lives based on the pursuit of wealth and status.

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Conservation group to gain control of land

Oct. 3, 2005

The Athens Conservancy will apply for a Clean Ohio Grant to purchase rights to land off state Route 50 once owned by former Ohio University President John C. Baker.

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LGBT features History Month activities

Oct. 3, 2005

October is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month, and the LGBT Programs Center and various student groups have coordinated several events to raise awareness about LGBT history.

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Off-year election is no less important

Oct. 3, 2005

November is right around the corner, and once again Ohio has another big election on its hands. Although the issues and candidates in this upcoming election will not receive anywhere near as much media attention as 2004, this election is still every bit as important to Ohioans.