OU graduate and HGTV star Leanne Ford named 2021 undergraduate commencement speaker
By Molly Wilson | Apr. 14, 2021Leanne Ford is a 2003 graduate and studied specialized studies while at OU.
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The Met Gala announces dates for 2021, 2022; OU’s SHAPe clinic helps performing arts students
By Madyson Lewellyn | Apr. 14, 2021Your daily Athens newsletter.
Graduate Student Senate: New body inducted during last meeting of the year
By Bekah Bostick | Apr. 13, 2021A new amendment was approved allowing a new committee to focus on inclusion and proper pronoun usage.
So Listen: The Johnson & Johnson situation
By Mikayla Rochelle | Apr. 13, 2021On Monday, the governor was at OU pushing for college students to get this vaccine. He ordered an immediate stop of distribution Tuesday.
TV Review: Kevin, Randall finally sit down to talk on ‘This Is Us’
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 13, 2021The two have a conversation about race and microaggressions through the years.
OU SHAPe Clinic’s health care for performing arts students earns national recognition
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 13, 2021The SHAPe Clinic was featured in the National Athletic Trainers’ Association News.
Tunes with Tate: My family rates 'Fearless (Taylor’s Version)' by Taylor Swift
By Tate Raub | Apr. 13, 2021Check out what Tate’s family has to say about Fearless (Taylor’s Version).
New alcohol home delivery bill to go into effect this week
By Claire Schiopota | Apr. 13, 2021The law is designed to help businesses stay afloat during COVID-19 and allows for the delivery of distilled spirits and liquor to be delivered seven days a week.
3 ways to make coffee without a machine
By Jordan Ellis | Apr. 13, 2021Great coffee doesn't need expensive equipment.
Existential Binge-Watching: The heart, gore of ‘Invincible’
By Jackson Horvat | Apr. 13, 2021‘Invincible’ is certainly as enjoyable as it is unique.
The Bottom Line: Professional athletes are playing too many games, leading to unnecessary injuries
By Will Cunningham | Apr. 13, 2021Jamal Murray’s injury is yet another example of a player suffering from having to play far too many games.
OU pauses use of Johnson & Johnson vaccine due to side effects, switches to Pfizer
By Ryan Maxin | Apr. 13, 2021The switch comes following warnings from the CDC, FDA and Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine.
Olivia Rodrigo gets a parking ticket; Lil Nas X is facing backlash from his latest music video
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 13, 2021Your daily Athens newsletter.
City Council: Prevention of discrimination based on income discussed
By Kyra Leckrone | Apr. 12, 2021Adding source of income to the Unlawful Discriminatory Practices ordinance could help those participating in the Housing Choice Voucher Program find affordable housing.
Necessary Roughness: Ohio soccer shows promise in short season
By J.L. Kirven , Jack Gleckler , Will Cunningham and Maria Monesi | Apr. 12, 2021Sometimes you’ve just gotta get rough.
Tracking Trends: Here’s your guide to Lil Nas X receiving backlash for ‘Montero’ music video, blood shoes
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 12, 2021FKA Twigs’ “Cellophane” video was dragged into the drama as well.
Coronavirus: County reports 84 new cases, 1 death
By Sophia Young | Apr. 12, 2021Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine visited OU on Monday to encourage people to get vaccinated.
Top 10 ‘Big Time Rush’ episodes, ranked
By Mary Berger | Apr. 12, 2021“If you want it all, lay it on the line. It's the only life you got, so you gotta live it big time!“
Athens Area Chamber of Commerce builds up Athens’ businesses
By Kayla Bennett | Apr. 12, 2021The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce has led to a diversified array of businesses networked throughout Athens. With their mission being to strengthen their Athens business members through collaboration, engagement and strategic partnerships, the chamber has been able to show and give support to local businesses.
Soccer: Despite a disappointing season, things are looking up for the Bobcats
By Will Cunningham | Apr. 12, 2021Ohio finished 3-7, but there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic for next season.
