Hip Hop Congress is in session
June 4, 2003A different kind of congress met last night in the Baker University Center Ballroom, and instead of discussing bills, they discussed hip-hop history and culture.
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Junior College transfer ready to make an impact
June 4, 2003Tight end Ryan Antle transferred to Ohio along with defensive back Andre' Bradford from Pasadena City Junior College. The 6-foot-4-inch, 250-pound Antle was First Team All Mission Conference last season. He is expected to challenge for a starting spot. The Post's Mike Cottrill asked him a few questions about the transition to Division I, the quarterback controversy and Ohio weather.
A News Analysis: Wal-Mart sells its success through low prices, -
June 4, 2003One would think that approximately 210,000 square feet of retail space would offer more than enough choices for consumers. But in areas where Wal-Mart is the only major retailer for miles, some say this is not always the case.
Senate packs resolutions, rules changes into final meeting of year
June 4, 2003Much like Ohio University students cramming last-minute work and studying into the final week of Spring Quarter, the OU Student Senate packed nearly three hours of proceedings into its final meeting of the year last night.
Making one last wrong move
June 4, 2003"I want to talk to the guy who is writing about all the f######."
Local sports provide riverfront flavor
June 4, 2003A summer in Southwest Ohio is not complete without attending some of the diverse, plentiful sporting events in the region. Most know about the Cincinnati Reds, but some less popular teams and sports could entertain this summer.
Band returns to Athens after two-year absence
June 4, 2003After breaking a nearly two-year hiatus from playing in Athens, Red Wanting Blue is making its second visit this year to perform in the town where it first formed.
Former OU student sentenced to community service in child porn case
June 3, 2003Students and faculty downloading or visiting child pornography through Ohio University's server can expect to be caught eventually, said Athens County Prosecutor C. David Warren.
Senate wraps up year
June 3, 2003The Ohio University Student Senate will wrap up the year tonight at its final general body meeting after three quarters of grappling with OU's budget problems and in-house organizational changes.
Awards announced for track and field
June 3, 2003During a recent team banquet, the Ohio men's and women's track and field teams announced their award winners for the 2003 outdoor season.
Israel releases 100 prisoners in advance of Bush summit
June 3, 2003AL KHADER, West Bank Israel freed about 100 Palestinian prisoners yesterday in a goodwill gesture ahead of a Mideast peace summit with President Bush. The oldest, convicted of killing 13 Israelis, was greeted upon his release with clasped hands by Yasser Arafat.
Relaxed rules skirt competetion among media
June 3, 2003The Federal Communications Commission recently relaxed the rules regarding media ownership. The ruling, passed with a 3-2 vote, allows companies to buy additional television stations and own a newspaper and broadcast outlet in the same city.
Got Male
June 3, 2003Every Spring Quarter I turn to page 2 of The Post to find a teary-eyed columnist reminiscing about everything they will miss about Athens. Don't get me wrong, there's plenty I'll miss about this happy college town, but who wants to hear about that?
State to toughen sex offender law
June 3, 2003Ohio legislators are cracking down on sex offenders with a proposal to increase penalties and improve awareness for a safer state.
French Open not place for Americans
June 3, 2003Just when it seemed America was gaining ground on other nations at tennis, things took a turn.
Education, fine arts deans get five-year evaluations
June 3, 2003Deans Raymond Tymas-Jones in the College of Fine Arts and James Heap in the College of Education underwent comprehensive 5-year dean evaluations. Both received above-average approval in external relations, but sub-par ratings for interpersonal communication.
Frosh swimmer impressive, versatile in first year
June 3, 2003While he could have spent his first year concentrating on adjusting to college-level competition, Ohio swimmer Matt Bey was setting personal bests.
