McDavis names new VP for Advancement
By Pamela Engel | May 16, 2011After four months of searching, Ohio University has named a new vice president for University Advancement.
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STUDENT SENATE ELECTIONS: FACE denounces 'gray area' fines, calls out RSVP
By Joe Fox | May 16, 2011Only one day before Student Senate elections, RSVP and FACE continue tossing accusations and attacks, but the election might be over before any consequences of negative campaigning are decided.
Weekend fest arrests continue
By Marika Lee | May 16, 2011Local law enforcement and Liquor Control agents arrested a total of 58 people at the two street fests this past weekend.
Broken auditorium platform inconveniences performers
By Pamela Engel | May 16, 2011A broken platform at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium has forced performers to get creative with how they incorporate music into their shows.
Sustainability candidate stresses experience
By Rebecca McKinsey | May 15, 2011Ohio University’s first finalist for its director of Sustainability position said her experience in the office makes her the best candidate.
State crime bureau adds Athens branch
By Rachel Snively | May 15, 2011Athens will join four other cities with Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation offices after an announcement Friday by Ohio Attorney General
OU-COM could face tuition hike
By Pamela Engel | May 15, 2011Students in Ohio University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine could pay $1,329 more in tuition next year.
UPDATE: Retiring coach will make 2012 his final season
By Michael Stainbrook, Nathaniel Maund | May 15, 2011Editor's Note: This version of the earlier story, "Coach to call it quits after 23 years," was updated with quotes from current and former players at 6:50 p.m.
Ruling strips red tape for club's creation
By Rachel Snively | May 15, 2011A court ruling last week reaffirmed a previous decision that overturned a Board of Zoning Appeals ban on a Stimson Avenue strip club.
May 16 Faculty Senate Meeting
By Alex Westerh, Pat Holmes, Rebecca McKinsey | May 15, 2011May 16 Faculty Senate Meeting
Brough House soaked after clogged sink floods 3 floors
By Olivia Arbogast | May 15, 2011Residents in one Ohio University residence hall awoke early Friday morning to an unpleasant surprise — someone had flooded a third-floor bathroom.
GSS Elections: Nominees examine platforms
By Olivia Arbogast | May 15, 2011Editor's note: This story has been changed from its original format.
Oak Fest stays cool during poor weather
By Rachel Snively | May 15, 2011Local police officers arrested five partiers at a rainy and calm Oak Fest Friday.
Rain maintains mild Mill Fest
By Bentley Weisel | May 15, 2011Although Saturday’s Mill Fest remained tame, partiers crowded yards and porches, partaking in games of Frisbee, mud wrestling and swimming in inflatable pools as music echoed loudly from houses.
Walters cut ribbon for International Center opening
By Pamela Engel | May 15, 2011When Robert D. Walter walked past his old fraternity house and saw it in a state of disrepair, he decided to buy it.
Ohio House gives approval for guns in bars, restaurants
By Kelly Gifford | May 15, 2011State Rep. Debbie Phillips (D-92nd) voted Wednesday in favor of a bill to legalize licensed gun holders bringing their firearms into bars, restaurants and open-air arenas, one of only three Democrats in the Ohio House to do so.
Relay for Life raises money, awareness
By Kelly Gifford | May 15, 2011More activities, entertainment and a new location helped the Relay for Life event raise $42,000 Friday.
BREAKING: Wagner launches write-in Student Senate campaign
By Wesley Lowery | May 15, 2011A campaign clouded with negative campaigning and personal attacks just got even messier — just two days before voters hit the polls.
OU student admits stealing frat photo
By Kelly Gifford | May 15, 2011Athens Police officers arrested an Ohio University student early Friday morning for stealing a composite photo from the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity house.
Event emphasizes disabilities
By Marika Lee | May 15, 2011Athens residents gathered at the Athens Community Center Friday for the second annual Challenged by Choice event — an event that allows people to experience being disabled for a day.
