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The Silent Majority – What is Left of German Culture in Southern Ohio?
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It is well-known that the American population today is composed of many different cultures and ethnicities. Some of them are still quite prominently visible, as they make up a big… Read More
Believe it or not
By: Lauren Ramoser
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In the evolution of mankind, progress has been made through knowledge. Believing was good, but the big steps in history were made with science. Once humans figured out how to… Read More
Once You Know
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The interesting thing about problems is, that as long as you are not aware of them, they don’t bother you. And there is an endless number of clever quotes about… Read More
Insects – Small, Powerful and Mostly Endangered
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Summer is finally here and many are complaining about insect bites or wine flies. But even if they might be annoying in the first place, their are two very important… Read More
Land of the Free (Water) and Complimentary Restrooms
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It is a totally new experience for me, free water and free bathrooms. Back home in Germany, you have to pay a price for these most basic of human needs…. Read More
The Greatest Show
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This essay is one of an occasional series written by students who are new to Athens, Ohio. The US is the land of entertainment, home of Hollywood and birthplace of the… Read More
The Power of Working
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This essay is one of an occasional series written by students who are new to Athens, Ohio. 56 Cents – that is the first money I have earned in the USA…. Read More
Finding Jobs in Southeast Ohio is a Challenge for Many Locals
By: Joseph Payton, Lauren Ramoser, Megan Ryan
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It is the most basic of needs. To be able to provide a home, meals and clothing for ourselves and our families. That usually means a job that pays a… Read More
Rumors Around Haunted Athens
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If you trust the internet, Athens is supposedly one of the most haunted places in Ohio. Especially around the former Athens Asylum, there is a lot of paranormal activity said… Read More
What’s In a Name?
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You have probably read my name above this article. Since my parents decided upon a typical American first name, for the first time in my life, no one has problems… Read More
Talking on Refugees: Artist Jave Yoshimoto Identifies with Godzilla
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Renowned artist Jave Yoshimoto visits Ohio University to give a speech in Schoonover building Thursday, February 1st. While his visit, Yoshimoto collaborates with undergraduate art students Nouran Alhabmi, Citlali Elena… Read More
What’s so German?
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This essay is one of an occasional series written by students who are new to Athens, Ohio. Someone asked me a week ago: “Lauren, can you fake an American accent?” That… Read More
100 Days in the U.S.
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This essay is one of an occasional series written by students who are new to Athens, Ohio. Moving to the United States is a long process, even if you only plan… Read More
OU Recycles 58% of Trash – Goal was 80%
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The USA is the world’s leading trash nation. An average American produces 4.4 lbs of garbage every single day. According to a study by the United States Environmental Protection Agency… Read More
Shawnee – a Modern Ghost Town
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The small town of Shawnee is built on the side of a hill, making it look like the front of a postcard. More than 3,000 people used to live there… Read More
Quinones Hears From Nelsonville’s Side of Opioid Crisis
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Residents of Athens County had the chance to talk to Sam Quinones, author of the bestselling book Dreamland, as he visited Ohio University’s campus and Nelsonville High School to talk… Read More