Ohio University to purchase 50 percent of electricity from renewable sources starting in December
Oct. 22, 2015The shift could put the university four years ahead of schedule.
NEWS BLOGS
Ohio University students hover around campus on personal transportation devices
By Lauren Fisher | Oct. 20, 2015The use of personal transportation devices, often called “hoverboards,” is on the rise among celebrities and students alike.
Only confidential reporters at Ohio University are at campus care and counseling and psychological services
By Megan Henry | Oct. 20, 2015After the departure of Ohio University Survivor Advocacy Program Coordinator Delaney Anderson, the program is without confidential reporters.
Ohio University Student Senate to increase representation of students involved with Center for International Studies
By Maygan Beeler | Oct. 20, 2015A resolution proposed at Wednesday’s meeting will attempt to better represent students involved with the Center for International Studies by appointing a Center for International Studies senator
Closure of municipal parking garage causes challenges for the city
Oct. 20, 2015Construction in the parking garage forces drivers to find other parking options
Bobcat Depot takes over background checks from Ohio University Police Department
By Bailey Gallion | Oct. 20, 2015The change will free OUPD of the duty, provide students with more payment options and host the service in a more central location.
Local lawyer resigns from Ohio Rights Group after ResponsibleOhio deal
By William T. Perkins | Oct. 20, 2015A local lawyer has cut ties with the Ohio Rights Group after the group announced its support for ResponsibleOhio
Post Haste: Today is 'Back to the Future' Day; Most of the Athens parking garage is closed
By Sam Howard | Oct. 19, 2015Today is the day Marty McFly went to the future.
British thinker and philosopher speaks on Conservatism at George Washington Forum
By Nora Jaara | Oct. 19, 2015Roger Scruton speaks on what is means to be a Conservative at the George Washington Forum in Galbreath Chapel on Monday.
Police Blotter: Man cited after being found on top of College Gate
By Matt Cudahy | Oct. 19, 2015OUPD found a man standing on top of College Gate on Monday night. Officers also cited a man for trying to steal a sign from Transportation and Parking Services.
Graduate Student Senate moves forward with boycott resolution
By Lauren Fisher | Oct. 19, 2015Graduate Student Senate is moving forward with a resolution to boycott presidential and university committees.
Athens law enforcement find it difficult to charge graffiti offenses
By Julia Fair | Oct. 19, 2015Graffiti is considered a third degree misdemeanor, with a $500 charge and possibly 60 days in jail. Athens law enforcement said it's hard to catch those who are responsible.
Post Haste: We break down costumes for the Athens Halloween Block Party; Marching 110 got a Twitter shoutout
By Jeremy Hill | Oct. 19, 2015Star Wars costumes will be popular this year.
Marzec, other protesters to appear in appellate court Thursday
By EMILY BOHATCH | Oct. 19, 2015After being convicted of persistent disorderly conduct in March, former Student Senate president Megan Marzec along with two other defendants will appear for an appellate hearing on Thursday.
Athens City Council discusses OU's Halloween guest fee, Bobcat Lane
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Oct. 19, 2015Athens City Council discussed changes to workers compensation claims billing, Ohio University's increased guest fee, and Sol's new location's liquor license.
Program coordinator at OUSAP has taken job elsewhere
By Megan Henry | Oct. 19, 2015The Ohio University Survivor Advocacy Program is currently looking for a new program coordinator as Delaney Anderson has accepted a job elsewhere.
Students come to Ohio University with varying levels of sex ed
By Kyra Cobb | Oct. 18, 2015The Appalachian Peace and Justice Network is currently working with the Athens City School District to create a comprehensive sexual health education.
Post Haste: Recent UFO sightings reported in Athens County; New bill could help beer pack more punch
By Jeremy Hill | Oct. 18, 2015A couple UFO reports have trickled in over the past month.
Athens City Council moving forward with new solar farm, tax code
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Oct. 18, 2015Athens City Council to move forward with new solar energy facility and tax code.
Ohio University Graduate Student Senate to re-examine boycott resolution, appoint new members
By Lauren Fisher | Oct. 18, 2015During October’s meeting, the Graduate Student Senate will be reviewing a tabled resolution to boycott university committees.
