Luck of the Irish: Athens celebrates St. Patrick’s Day
By Gina Napoli | Mar. 17St. Patrick’s Day parties swept through Athens over the weekend, bringing together friends and families over Irish meals and green drinks.
OUT AND ABOUT
OU offers spring break programs for students
By Shyann Morrow | Mar. 13Ohio University offers a variety of study away programs for students over spring break.
Green Beer Day colors Court Street shamrock green
By Sophia Rooksberry | Mar. 6The de facto St. Patrick’s Day celebration took over Court Street on Wednesday.
Solid Ground School explores children’s imaginations
By Gina Napoli | Mar. 5Keith Barron, a preschool and kindergarten teacher for Solid Ground School, introduced a new and exciting storytelling project to the classroom in 2021.
Reproductive rights take center stage at The Union
By Cami Seymore | Mar. 4“Rockin For Reproductive Rights” at The Union raises funds for Planned Parenthood.
Bars, DJs prepare to get lucky on Green Beer Day
By Sophia Rooksberry | Mar. 3This year, the annual celebration will fall on March 5 and mark over seven decades of tradition.
Brittany Broski delights Athens
By Alyssa Cruz | Feb. 28Brittany Broski was a hit Thursday night to a sold-out crowd at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.
Backcountry Squatters challenge gender stereotypes outdoors
By Gina Napoli | Feb. 26@backcountrysquatters_ohio hosted its first meeting Feb 20. The national organization and OU chapter strive to eliminate gender stereotypes in the outdoor environment and create a welcoming atmosphere for female and gender-fluid students.
Students, visitors battle in Nerf gun war
By Mary Kate McNamee | Feb. 25Bobcat Blasters decorated the campus with styrofoam bullets this past weekend in a Nerf gun war.
Trans students seek, create safe spaces
By Alexandra Hopkins | Feb. 25Student initiatives and local communities provide safe spaces for trans students as anti-trans legislation takes effect across the country.
Outdoor Pursuits hosts cowboy climbing competition
By Ethan Herx | Feb. 25From outlaws to wranglers, cowboy-themed rock climbers gathered at Ping Recreation Center for the spring semester climbing competition.
Tantrum Theater welcomes industry professionals for ‘The Prom’
By Sophia Anness | Feb. 21Industry professionals Rebecca Eichenberger, James Beaman and Kelsey Stalter join Tantrum Theater’s “The Prom.”
Moviegoers seek new screens after Athena Grand closure
By Renae Hefty | Feb. 19Former Athena Grand regulars reflect on the Athena Grand and guess what is next for the local movie market.
UACT advocates for tenants in local government
By Alexandra Hopkins | Feb. 18United Athens County Tenants fight for tenant representation and provide resources for off-campus residents.
Punk Prom rocks The Union
By Gina Napoli | Feb. 18ACRN hosted its annual prom celebration Saturday, reeling in Bobcats, locals and talented bands for an unforgettable experience.
Love spreads around campus for Valentine’s Day
By Gina Napoli | Feb. 14Although Valentine’s Day often revolves around those in relationships, several single Bobcats still find joy in the holiday and celebrate with their friends and family.
Little Professor game nights initiate new friendships
By Gina Napoli | Feb. 10, 2025Students, locals and families looking for an exciting night of competition and laughs are encouraged to attend Little Professor’s game nights every Saturday at 5 p.m. Each game night is free to attend and provides another option for those who enjoy recreational activities.
Sibs Weekend brings families ‘hOUme’
By Mary Kate McNamee | Feb. 10, 2025The Athens campus was crowded with siblings over the weekend, connecting students to their familial roots and sibling fun.
Certificates encourage curiosity, interdisciplinary learning
By Gina Napoli | Feb. 7, 2025Pursuing a certificate can be an additional challenge while earning a degree, but academic advisers encourage curiosity and help students make the right choice.
Founders Day exhibit tells story of Athens’ LGBTQIA+ rights movement
By Renae Hefty | Feb. 5, 2025Ohio University archival interns and staff put together an exhibit for Founders Day, displaying records that tell the story of the gay rights movement in Athens.
