Athens teen warns against drunk driving
Apr. 26, 2005Jana Miller's life came to a screeching halt Jan. 24, 2004.
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Student flip-floppers unwavering
Apr. 26, 2005For most, Spring Quarter is nearly synonymous with flip-flops. Of all of the trends that have swept our campus, few fail to unite such a diverse group.
Peace Corps offers OU students unique opportunities
Apr. 26, 2005For those who desire a life-changing opportunity, the Peace Corps provides chances to seek adventure, to travel and to immerse oneself in a new culture, said Karl Federspiel, Ohio University's Peace Corps' strategic recruiter.
County considers managing Strouds
Apr. 26, 2005Athens County Commissioners could be in the position to take over Strouds Run State Park along with the city of Athens.
Syrians exit Lebanon
Apr. 26, 2005MASNAA, Lebanon -Syria's last soldier in Lebanon walked across the border Tuesday, welcomed home with cheers and flowers after a modest farewell from the Lebanese, a quiet end to a once indomitable 29-year military presence that was the key to Damascus' control of its neighbor.
Ohio softball faces Ball State
Apr. 26, 2005Ohio and Ball State softball teams are in a similar position; both teams are looking up from last place in the Mid-American Conference. The two teams will meet today with a chance to move up in the standings.
Many wrongly label Muslims as violent
Apr. 26, 2005(U-WIRE) -A nationwide poll from the Council on American-Islamic relations found that one out of every four Americans believes that Islam teaches children to hate, does not value human life and is the source of a nationwide conspiracy to take over America. Furthermore, the poll showed that nearly half of all Americans support restrictions on the civil rights of Muslims. There is a broad misunderstanding of Arabs, Muslims and the Quran. That misunderstanding is not harmless. Aside from proliferating intolerant stereotypes, these views create a high incidence of hate crimes against innocent Muslim-Americans.
Nielsen ratings: television no laughing matter
Apr. 26, 2005NEW YORK -Viewers aren't doing much laughing these days -at least intentionally.
Clinton urges private companies not to forget about tsunami relief
Apr. 26, 2005UNITED NATIONS -The world's response to the tsunami could serve as a blueprint for future disasters, but only if donors do not give up on people in Southeast Asia who still need help, former President Bill Clinton said Monday.
English department prepares to implement new curriculum
Apr. 26, 2005After a three-year creation and approval process, the Ohio University Department of English will initiate a new undergraduate curriculum in fall 2005.
Media struggles to protect sources
Apr. 26, 2005WASHINGTON -Unfavorable court rulings have the news media facing their most serious challenge in more than three decades over protecting the identities of confidential sources.
Bush continues to support majority leader
Apr. 26, 2005GALVESTON, Texas -President Bush gave embattled House Majority Leader Tom DeLay a high-profile, in-person show of support yesterday, warmly thanking the Texas Republican, who is facing allegations of ethical improprieties, for his leadership in Congress.
OU attempts to relieve stress of OCD students
Apr. 26, 2005The other night, Keith Miller stayed up late making sure his clothes were on the correct hangers and was not able to make it to his 9 a.m. class.
Free in Athens: peace, love, camping
Apr. 26, 2005It was sometime last weekend when I noticed the small green tent pitched in my friend's backyard.
Coach overcomes disease to lead on field
Apr. 26, 2005Mike Florak always knew he wanted baseball to be an important part of his life.
Long road ahead
Apr. 26, 2005After seven months, a nationwide search that reviewed more than 50 applicants came to an end last Thursday when Kathy Krendl was named as Ohio University's next provost. Krendl was far from a dark horse; she served as the interim replacement for former Provost Stephen Kopp this school year. Krendl, the former dean of the College of Communication, has a tough road ahead of her to improve both OU's national reputation and the university's inner workings. She will have to address a number of issues as her tenure begins and needs assert herself by seriously considering the administration's policy and not merely becoming a yes woman.
Taiwan, China leaders meet to reconcile
Apr. 26, 2005NANJING, China -Taiwan's opposition leader arrived in China yesterday on a history-making trip aimed at easing tensions with Beijing, which is threatening to attack if the self-ruled island pursues formal independence.
Reds beat Marlins 2-1, snap streak
Apr. 24, 2005MIAMI -Brandon Claussen got the help he needed to end his six-game losing streak.
Letter: Facelifts, breakups-most news is fluff
Apr. 24, 2005(U-WIRE) -Americans are obsessed with news. Everywhere one looks, it's news, news, news. Yet somehow it's not the ongoing war in Iraq, the Sudanese genocide or the failing economy. It's the Michael Jackson trial and Desperate Housewives. Why should we care what Britney Spears names her baby? Why should we care about why Brad and Jen broke up? More importantly, why do we care?
Defense edges offense 33-26 in annual spring game
Apr. 24, 2005The aggressive play of both the offense and defense pleased coach Frank Solich Saturday in his first spring game at Ohio, a 33-26 victory for the defense.
