East Division dominating conference play
Jan. 9, 2006As the Mid-American Conference opened up conference play in men's basketball last week, it is clear to see which division is stronger.
MULTIMEDIA
Ice it up in broomball
Jan. 9, 2006My elbows are not throbbing, my knees feel great when I walk to class and there is not a mark of black and blue on me anywhere.
Council discusses Halloween party
Jan. 9, 2006Athens City Council discussed taking a larger role in the planning of Halloween festivities and possibly phasing out the party completely at last night's meeting.
Forum to explain, consider budget
Jan. 9, 2006Tomorrow an open forum on the proposed overhaul of the Ohio University budgeting system will give faculty and students an opportunity to comment on the possible changes.
Grad students enroll, applications rise
Jan. 9, 2006This Winter Quarter at Ohio University graduate student enrollment and applications experienced an increase, reducing concerns after a decline in Fall Quarter enrollment.
Gas price increase spurs OU conservation effort
Jan. 9, 2006University budget cuts and a drastic increase in natural gas prices have brought a sense of urgency to the need to conserve energy on campus.
Coffee shops give aspiring musicians inspirational outlet
Jan. 9, 2006Since the days of Eric Clapton and Bob Dylan, open-mic nights and coffee shops have been around to satisfy the fancy of any small musician who aspired to be a rock star. The hidden talents seen at the open-mics in Athens' own java huts are the epitome of good music.
Just say no ...
Jan. 9, 2006Since the fall, a controversial drug-testing program had been enacted and implemented by the Alexander School Board. However, due to a possible violation in a state law requiring public agencies to have their meetings open to the public, the program has temporarily been put on hold.
It's Pat!
Jan. 9, 2006If you are like me, there are some times when thinking about all the pressing political issues of the world can get a little tiring. So when the world gets me down, I rely on picking up my views on the society with the ever-reliable Rev. Pat Robertson. I discovered one handy way I can listen to Rev. Pat's infinitely finite wisdom is referring to his Quote-a-Day Calendar.
Friday foible
Jan. 9, 2006In yet another attempt to curb unruly student behavior - and the reputation that accompanies it - Ohio University's administration is beginning to debate increasing the number of Friday classes Spring Quarter. Last quarter, OU President Roderick McDavis discussed extending scheduled class times through Friday to occupy students' time and control Thursday night revelry. However as the five-day university phenomenon is being analyzed in universities across the nation, it seems that here at OU it is just another misguided attempt to control student behavior.
Faculty senate pushes for real wage increase
Jan. 9, 2006Members of Ohio University faculty senate passed a resolution designed to reward faculty with real wage increases, citing a decline in many faculty salaries in recent years.
Missing teen's story loaded with tough questions
Jan. 8, 2006A teen who ran away from home has been spotted at Carriage Hill Apartments, but Athens-area law enforcement officials are having a hard time bringing him home, according to the teen's father and the Athens County Sheriff's Office.
Ohio sweeps No. 1 Illinois, still perfect in CSCHL
Jan. 8, 2006No. 1 Illinois, the defending American Collegiate Hockey Association champs, brought their perfect record in the Central States Collegiate Hockey League into Bird Arena this past weekend.
County gets increased budget
Jan. 8, 2006Increased sales tax and higher interest rates has left Athens County with a substantially larger budget this year.
Bias? Not exactly
Jan. 8, 2006In a unique vote on Dec. 29, Athens City Council approved the controversial retirement center project with only three members voting. Because the Ohio Ethics Commission had discouraged three members from voting a few days earlier, an incomplete council was forced to vote on an issue of significant local importance. The justification used to halt the votes of three council members is questionable, and the reasoning behind the decision too vague. In the end, it deprived officials from voting on an important matter and, though not legally binding, could set a troublesome precedent for future votes.
New 'Post' letter policy intended to make debate public
Jan. 8, 2006By now probably everyone on this campus and the surrounding area is sick and tired of hearing about New Year's Resolutions, the start of the new quarter and all the minor changes associated with starting the year off right.
The American experience
Jan. 8, 2006While studying at Ohio University through a foreign exchange program is an exciting step for many overseas students, being at an American university can pose unique problems and advantages.
New owner revives O'Hooley's but keeps bar's bluegrass roots
Jan. 8, 2006After ownership of O'Hooley's Pub and Brewery switched hands in December, a major overhaul began to improve its general appearance.
Turnovers hand Ohio loss
Jan. 8, 2006The Ohio women's basketball team ran into a familiar foe yesterday in The Convo.
'Cats break past Ball State
Jan. 8, 2006The Ohio men's basketball team rallied from a poor first-half performance to defeat Ball State in a hard-fought Mid-American Conference battle.
