Campus construction continues amidst summer and COVID-19 pandemic
By Taylor Burnette | Aug. 27, 2020Projects include the Heritage College building and the new chemistry building.
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Blotter: Woman arrested near Alden Library for intoxication; football equipment stolen from Peden Stadium
By Grant Ritchey | Aug. 27, 2020These summer crimes are head scratchers.
COVID-19 cases in Athens County generally involve more people under 30 than in cases in the rest of the state
By Ian McKenzie | Aug. 27, 2020About 75% of cases in the county are people who are under 30.
Ohio University rolls out new COVID-19 safety guidelines in preparation for the return to campus
By Taylor Burnette | Aug. 27, 2020From take-away meals to who leaves the classroom first — here is what you need to know.
Restaurants in Athens prepare for students’ return to campus
By Jillian Craig | Aug. 27, 2020Restaurants in Athens will continue to follow state health and safety guidelines as students return to campus.
Bar culture to press on with restrictions, regulations
By Riley Runnells | Aug. 27, 2020Employees and students discuss the future of Athens bar culture.
Call It What It Is: Before you blame “The Media”
By Jack Hiltner | Aug. 27, 2020“Fake news” is not a complete answer.
10 songs for your walk to class
By Bre Offenberger | Aug. 27, 2020Here’s a mix of upbeat jams as well as soothing tunes for your walks around campus.
9 things every freshman should know
By Madyson Lewellyn | Aug. 27, 2020So, you’re a freshman again. Scratch that, it’s the last time you’ll ever be a freshman again. This time around may be a little different and all the more daunting, but thankfully, there’s a few tips that will make it smooth sailing.
7 ways to start off the school year right
By Riley Runnells | Aug. 27, 2020From establishing a routine to introducing yourself to professors.
Esports: Bobcat Esports continues to rise despite COVID-19
By J.L. Kirven | Aug. 27, 2020Without football, esports will be front and center for competitive entertainment.
Mental illness is public health crisis in the middle of global pandemic
By Erin Gardner | Aug. 27, 2020Students and CPS staff talk about how they are coping with their mental health and what the fall will look like.
Ping temporarily closed over COVID-19 concerns
By Sophia Englehart | Aug. 27, 2020All campus-affiliated gyms, including Ping Recreational facility, will be closed until it is deemed safe to reopen during the phased return.
OU Students nervous about the upcoming semester
By Taylor Burnette | Aug. 27, 2020Student worries range from community health to entering the job market amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Students discuss online class quality
By Lily Roby | Aug. 27, 2020OU plans to incorporate a multi-phased return plan for undergraduate and graduate students.
Tips for making friends at OU while staying at home
By Riley Runnells | Aug. 27, 2020Making friends could be just as easy as past years if people try hard enough.
Students continue to adjust relationships to pandemic
By Keri Johnson | Aug. 27, 2020From breaking quarantine for kisses, to unexpected long-distance romances — college students continuously adapt their love lives to the age of the coronavirus.
Athens business offer safe social distance activities
By Erin Gardner | Aug. 27, 2020Local business talk about what it’s store for the upcoming events and how COVID-19 has affected business.
