Innovation Center diving into 2 new projects
By Brandon Carte | Mar. 28, 2012Ohio University’s Innovation Center will launch two new programs this year with the goal of eventually producing and selling a new “digital media” product.
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Limited hours leaves 'Nest' empty
By Brandon Carte | Mar. 28, 2012Four months and more than $40,000 later, the doors to a newly renovated basement floor in Boyd Hall remain locked — for all but 1.5 hours each day.
Secret-compartment bill aims to curb drug trafficking in Ohio
By Kaitlynn Grady | Mar. 28, 2012After the Ohio State Highway Patrol saw about a 30 percent increase in drug violations throughout the state so far this year, Ohio legislators are considering taking further measures to prevent drug trafficking in the state.
Speaking Bobcats honored in Columbus
By Pat Holmes | Mar. 28, 2012The Ohio University Speech and Debate team traveled to the state capital yesterday to be honored for its recent success.
Applicant surge might not result in higher enrollment
By Pamela Engel | Mar. 28, 2012Low-end estimates for the upcoming academic year indicate that enrollment might remain flat, even though Ohio University has received a record number of applications this year.
Boost from application fees could pad OU coffers
By Brian Vadakin | Mar. 28, 2012Fee money gathered from an increased number of Ohio University undergraduate applications could provide a cushion for the university’s General Fund — even if it doesn’t mean higher enrollment numbers next year.
'Justice for Trayvon'
By Brian Vadakin, Hannah Yang | Mar. 28, 2012It only took minutes for the solemn and silent expressions of more than 250 hoodie-clad Ohio University students, faculty members and Athens residents to erupt into chants of justice for a slain Florida teen.
Trustee applicant pool remains at 8
By Brian Vadakin | Mar. 27, 2012No additional applicants chose to vie for the upcoming school year’s student-trustee position despite a weeklong extension from Ohio University’s Student Senate.
Ay, caramba!: Voice behind Bart Simpson, other characters to be commencement orator
By Pamela Engel | Mar. 27, 2012Chuckie Finster, Rufus the naked mole rat and El Barto himself will all be present in Athens, Ohio this spring.
'Double-dipping' bill heads to Ohio House
By Joshua Jamerson | Mar. 27, 2012Though “double dipping” is commonly frowned upon when it comes to food, Ohio lawmakers are debating whether public employees’ “double dipping” into state funds hurts taxpayers.
New class to offer LGBTA-focused reading material
By Kristin Salaky | Mar. 27, 2012While many Ohio University students struggle to add variety to their schedules, the School of Theater is offering a new spin on the traditional theater course.
Driver falls asleep at wheel, knocks down poles and road sign on Richland Ave.
By Lucas Daprile | Mar. 27, 2012Nobody was hospitalized this afternoon as the driver of a red Chevrolet Silverado reportedly fell asleep at the wheel and knocked over multiple light poles and a small road sign on the Richland Avenue roundabout.
'Justice for Trayvon' rally scheduled in support of slain 17-year-old teen
By Holly Moody | Mar. 27, 2012Ohio University students and Athens residents alike will raise their hoods and voices on College Green this evening in response to the Trayvon Martin murder case.
Panel examines benefits, costs of hydraulic fracturing in Athens
By Laura Scheer | Mar. 27, 2012About 70 students, residents and city officials listened to six panelists discuss the potential benefits and risks of hydraulic fracturing in the Baker University Center Theatre Tuesday night.
OU 'fracking' forums to conclude tonight in Baker
By Alex Felser | Mar. 26, 2012Before “fracking” guidelines are set on land owned by Ohio University, the Board of Trustees wants to know how members of the institution view the drilling practice.
County sheriff investigating possible murder-suicide
By Ryan Clark | Mar. 26, 2012The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a possible murder-suicide that occurred Monday morning.
