OU plans to kick off COVID-19-friendly Greek life recruitment events
At events that take place indoors, potential new members and current sorority and fraternity chapter ...
Murphy’s Farm ‘Field of Screams’ set to reopen for 2021
John Murphy, co-owner of the “Field of Screams,” said he’s expecting more than 10,000 customers ...
How miscommunication led to disconnect: looking at the tension between OU administration and OU students and faculty
Faculty and students feel that the administration should be more transparent, while the administration ...
OU regional campuses experience low vaccination rates compared to Athens campus
As of right now, the Athens campus boasts a 72.9% vaccination rate while OU’s Southern campus has a 36.8% vaccination rate of its staff and students.
Residence hall mold complaints continue despite test results indicating low spore count
The university has been unable to confirm that any illness is related to mold.
'The Post' student media sales internship manager position to be funded, expanded under new OU student media plan
Andrea Lewis will transition to the role of director of student media, which will be funded by university partners.
OU plans to kick off COVID-19-friendly Greek life recruitment events
At events that take place indoors, potential new members and current sorority and fraternity chapter members are required to wear masks.
Here’s how students are feeling about OU's vaccine requirement
Some are hopeful the mandate will bring about a more normal school year, while others are concerned about their right to choose.
Mass disturbance reported at Southeast Ohio Regional Jail
There is no danger to the public, according to a news release from the City of Nelsonville.
Murphy’s Farm ‘Field of Screams’ set to reopen for 2021
John Murphy, co-owner of the “Field of Screams,” said he’s expecting more than 10,000 customers this fall.
How miscommunication led to disconnect: looking at the tension between OU administration and OU students and faculty
Faculty and students feel that the administration should be more transparent, while the administration feels there are processes they don’t understand.
Student Senate: Body votes in favor of bill to support university vaccine requirements
Senate also heard from Athens County Treasurer Ric Wasserman.
Ohio colleges, universities gather COVID-19 vaccine data
Ohio institutions keep track of vaccine rates through dashboards, surveys and some not at all.
Harvest of Ohio opens new medical marijuana dispensary in Athens
The dispensary, which will hold its grand opening Sept. 20, held a soft opening Wednesday.
Court Street Coffee and The Little Professor undergo summer, Fall Semester renovation
The renovation of the two businesses is set to be finished sometime within the month.
Police Blotter: Gunshots reported; woman reports rocks thrown through window
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office received a report of rocks being thrown through a woman’s window.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, Ohio Children’s Hospital Association urge K–12 schools to require masks
DeWine said a statewide mask mandate for K–12 schools is not possible, as the Ohio legislature would strike down such a mandate.
Health officials discuss importance of asymptomatic testing for vaccinated individuals amid rising cases
Estimates of breakthrough cases on campus are being gathered through asymptomatic testing on campus.
Graduate Student Senate: New members appointed; graduate associate dean holding temporary position
Graduate Student Senate appointed new members at the general body meeting.
Faculty Senate: OU President Hugh Sherman discusses hazing training for organization faculty advisers
Sherman also reminded the group that bystanders must report any hazing activity they see, or they could face penalties.
Athens County surpasses 1,000 active COVID-19 cases
The Athens City-County Health Department will resume its daily Monday through Friday COVID-19 briefings.
City Council: New vehicle contracts, Halloween plans discussed
Service Safety Director Andrew Stone recommended waiting until closer to Oct. 1 to make a final decision regarding the allowance of Halloween festivities.
OU organizations advocate for 'red zone' education
Education about the “red zone” is being increased Fall Semester due to concerns of fewer students knowing what resources are available following a year of quarantine.
