Self-care tips to soothe the college student soul
By Mary Berger | Aug. 23, 20218 ways to add self care practices into your weekly routine.
NEWS BLOGS
5 summer bangers we love
By The Beat Staff | Aug. 23, 2021Here are the sun-soaked bangers we have on repeat this summer.
Pfizer receives full FDA approval, OU yet to discuss next steps
By Molly Wilson | Aug. 23, 2021The Pfizer vaccine has only been granted full approval for people 16 years and older.
What you missed in Athens politics this summer
By Abby Miller | Aug. 23, 2021From elections to face covering updates, here’s what you may have missed in Athens politics.
Dining halls to offer dine-in options; students express mixed emotions
By Maya Morita | Aug. 23, 2021Ohio University’s dining halls plan to return to in-person dining for the Fall Semester with a to-go option. A new green to-go box will cost $5.
A guide to student organizations and clubs at OU
By Juliana Colant | Aug. 23, 2021Learn about the different types, their benefits and how to start your own.
The ultimate return to campus lookbook
By Emma Dollenmayer | Aug. 23, 2021Your guide to all things modern academia and modish nightlife fits.
OU president gives State of the University address at Board of Trustees meeting
By News Staff Report | Aug. 22, 2021The Board also discussed the university’s fiscal year 22 budget and passed it unanimously.
Board of Trustees discusses new university insurance plan, student engagement amid pandemic
By News Staff Report | Aug. 20, 2021OU will be using multiple insurance carriers to achieve high coverage at a lower cost.
OU to offer COVID-19 breakthrough infection testing to vaccinated individuals at random
By Molly Wilson | Aug. 19, 2021Vaccinated students, staff and faculty will receive notice via email that they have been selected to participate in random asymptomatic testing. Participation is not required.
Residential students prepare for move-in during COVID-19
By Molly Wilson | Aug. 18, 2021While OU is not limiting the amount of guests that accompany students, masks are required to be worn indoors.
TV Review: Marvel’s ‘What If…?’ shines in its second episode
By Zach James | Aug. 18, 2021Episode two improves on the first’s solid foundation in almost every single way.
Athens DORA ends for 2021, excitement builds for project in 2022
By Ryan Maxin | Aug. 18, 2021The DORA went into effect July 29 after being approved by Athens City Council on June 21.
City Council: City’s mask mandate reinstated for indoor public spaces
By Sophia Young | Aug. 16, 2021Council suspended the rules to unanimously approve an ordinance requiring individuals to wear masks in indoor public spaces.
The Union, Tony’s Tavern to enact COVID-19 precautions amid rising cases in Athens
By Ryan Maxin | Aug. 13, 2021Athens County has seen a 66.67% increase in COVID-19 cases from Aug. 4 to Aug. 11.
Students, faculty react to return of in-person OHIO-in-L.A., Scripps Semester in D.C. programs
By Ryan Maxin | Aug. 13, 2021In fall 2020, the OHIO-in-L.A. program was held virtually and the Scripps Semester in D.C. program was canceled entirely.
TV Review: The premiere episode of ‘What If…?’ makes the series feel unnecessary
By Zach James | Aug. 12, 2021Beginning the series with such an inconsequential and safe episode is a strange choice.
Coronavirus: Athens County reaches level of substantial COVID-19 transmission
By Sophia Young | Aug. 11, 2021In a tweet, the Athens City-County Health Department alerted the public of the recent rise in transmission levels and urged all individuals to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigns after sexual harassment allegations; progress shown toward climate action plan from OU Office of Sustainability
By Olivia Roman | Aug. 11, 2021Your daily Athens newsletter.
City Council: Reinstatement of mask mandate discussed, approval of remote work space
By Sophia Young | Aug. 10, 2021Athens reached “substantial transmission” levels of COVID-19 at the beginning of the month.
