NEWS BLOGS
Summer scheduling problem fixed after two-day delay
By Pat Holmes | May 1, 2011Because of troubles implementing Ohio University’s new class scheduling system, students wanting to register for summer classes had to wait an extra few days.
OU professors offer insight into ramifications of bin Laden's death
By Rebecca McKinsey | May 1, 2011As news of Osama bin Laden’s death spread across the country, Ohio University professors urged the Americans banding together in celebration not to believe the war on terror is over.
Undetected fire causes $200K of damage in Clippinger Hall
By Alex Stuckey | May 1, 2011Fire alarms failed to go off in Clippinger Hall early Saturday morning — allowing a fire to burn, which caused $200,000 worth of damage.
'Post' board chooses next year's top editor
By Tristan Navera | May 1, 2011The Post’s publishing board has selected junior Wesley Lowery as the next editor in chief of the newspaper.
Ohio House deletes extra-class clause
By Pamela Engel | May 1, 2011The Ohio House of Representative’s budget bill, released Friday, lightens the burden on state public university teachers by eliminating a controversial clause that requires faculty to teach extra classes.
Woman reports sexual offense, 4th in 2 weeks
By Ryan Dunn | May 1, 2011A 19-year-old woman reported that she was the victim of sexual imposition this weekend near the intersection of Mill and Stewart streets, the city’s fourth reported sexual offense in about two weeks.
OU college receives gift worthy of record books
By Rebecca McKinsey | May 1, 2011COLUMBUS — Complete with triumphant music and sweeping green curtains, Ohio University officials announced Saturday that it will receive $105 million, the largest gift ever given to a higher education institution in Ohio.
Law director seeks position as interim prosecutor
By Marika Lee | May 1, 2011The city law director has announced his intentions to become interim county prosecutor and expressed interest in the permanent position as well.
Crashes injure 3, close route lanes
By Marika Lee | May 1, 2011Two collisions sent three people to local hospitals and shut down roads during the weekend.
Oak server to be replaced as 'People'
By Olivia Young | May 1, 2011For more than 10 years, Ohio University students have been able to create personal websites on the Oak server.
Hitting the Targets
By Pamela Engel | May 1, 2011Ohio University released its budget reduction targets Friday, moving one step closer to finalizing its budget for fiscal year 2012.
2 administrators leaving OU
By Tristan Navera | May 1, 2011Ohio University will lose two more deans this summer — bring the administrative toll to 11 since 2004.
UPDATED: OU College of Osteopathic Medicine to receive $105 million
By Rebecca McKinsey | Apr. 29, 2011COLUMBUS — Ohio University officials garnered several standing ovations today during an announcement that the university will receive $105 million, the largest gift in the history of Ohio’s public higher education.
Tree causes outages, crushes car
By Ryan Dunn | Apr. 28, 2011Gusts of wind knocked down a large tree on North Congress Street last night, leaving a few dozen homes without electricity and smashing into one student’s car in the process.
Jackson states case resolved
By Wesley Lowery | Apr. 28, 2011Former Ohio University star quarterback Franshaw “Boo” Jackson said yesterday that he has paid his outstanding court fines and a warrant issued for his arrest should soon be off the books.
Moms Weekend T-shirt sale to aid shelter
By Tristan Navera | Apr. 28, 2011Moms searching for Bobcat souvenirs this weekend will have the opportunity to benefit Athens while making memories.
Budget reduction scenarios released
By Caitlin Bowling | Apr. 28, 2011Ohio University today released its budget reduction scenarios, which include $9.46 million in cuts and more than 13 possible layoffs.
Duck on menu at West 82
By Tristan Navera | Apr. 28, 2011West 82 patrons were treated to an interesting surprise as the Baker University Center food court offered a new item on the menu — duck.
