OU-HCOM hopes to produce primary care physicians to help with national shortage
By Kaitlin Coward | Apr. 5, 2015Nearly 60 percent of OU-HCOM’s graduates currently practice in the state of Ohio.
NEWS BLOGS
Patton College classes moving to Tupper during construction
By Kailtin Coward | Apr. 5, 2015The Patton College will have most classes in Tupper Hall while offices will be temporarily relocated to Lindley Hall.
Applebee's on East State closed for remainder of the day due to fire
By William T. Perkins | Apr. 5, 2015The Applebee's on 547 E. State St. caught fire early Sunday afternoon for reasons that are still unknown.Damage appeared to be contained near the back of the restaurant. There are a number of charred seats and tables outside, and employees said Applebee's would be closed for the rest of the day.There was one Athens Fire Department pumper truck at the scene around 3:15 p.m.An area manager for the chain drove to the restaurant from West Virginia, arriving at around 4:30 and leaving shortly after 5.Employees were unable to comment on the occurrence but said more information would likely be available Monday morning. @wtperkinswp198712@ohio.edu
GSS announces 2015-2016 preliminary candidates
By Megan Henry | Apr. 4, 2015Preliminary candidates for the Graduate Student Senate elections have been announced.
Wilbur disputes Student Senate decision to disqualify him from election campaign
By Maygan Beeler | Apr. 3, 2015Keith Wilbur, the senior student representative to Ohio University’s Board of Trustees, was disqualified from running as a Student Senate presidential candidate for the TIME ticket after senate’s Board of Elections found that he violated two campaign rules.
Petition against McDavis' relocation gains 300 signatures, OU Student Union says
By Lucas Daprile | Apr. 2, 2015A petition demanding further consideration from Ohio University regarding President Roderick McDavis’ living arrangements has gathered 300 signatures, according to the OU Student Union.
Events and celebrations for the Easter holiday and Passover Seder
By Mallory Arnold | Apr. 2, 2015From Easter Egg hunts to a Passover Seder dinner, Athens hosts a multitude of activities for the celebratory weekend.
Three finalists selected for OU's new chief information officer
Apr. 2, 2015Three finalists have been selected for the position of chief information officer at Ohio University, according to a university news release.
Series of changes come together to diminish once legendary OU street fests
By Allan Smith | Apr. 2, 2015Fests aren’t what they once were, and people around town are noticing.
Ridges Advisory Council to present draft at June Board meeting
By Taylor Maple | Apr. 2, 2015The Ridges Advisory Council will present a draft of their development plan at the Board of Trustees meeting in June.
Palmer Fest saw an increase in arrests, while Mill Fest saw a decrease this year
By Julia Fair | Apr. 2, 2015This year Palmer Fest sees a 72 percent increase in arrests from 2014.
Local power provider opposes federal emission proposals through website
By Jeremy Hill | Apr. 2, 2015AEP, which provides power to homes in Athens County, recently published a website opposing aspects of the EPA’s Clean Power Rule.
Alumni rescind donations after Emery non-renewal
By Alex Meyer | Apr. 2, 2015After Ohio University decided not to renew former Global Leadership Director Greg Emery's contract, several alumni have rescinded their bequests, totaling at least $1.25 million.
April showers bringing flood watch to Athens
By Samuel Howard | Apr. 2, 2015On Thursday afternoon, the National Weather Service issued a flood watch for Athens County that's set to last from 11 p.m. Thursday to 2 a.m. Saturday.
Graduate Student Senate election applications due Friday
By Megan Henry | Apr. 1, 2015Applications for GSS will only be accepted online for the available positions.
TIME ticket presents controversy after first Student Senate debate
By Maygan Beeler | Apr. 1, 2015Presidential candidates from the five parties running for Student Senate debated Wednesday night.
Pro-choice group says abortion bill likely won’t pass in Senate
By William T. Perkins | Apr. 1, 2015The heartbeat bill, restricting abortion to six weeks, passed the house last week, but may not be as successful at the state Senate.
Law enforcement works to reduce heroin, fatalities
By Julia Fair | Apr. 1, 2015Heroin remains the most popular drug, despite around 10 residents dying from opiate overdose annually.
New ticket and candidate announced for Student Senate election
By Maygan Beeler | Apr. 1, 2015A fifth ticket, TIME, and a treasurer candidate for the BARE ticket were announced Tuesday night.
OU themes allow students to explore passions, no degree attached
By Bethany N. Bella | Mar. 31, 2015College of Arts and Sciences themes explore global issues, connects interdisciplinary faculty with students, and is a good way for students to earn general education requirements
