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James Yokers path to being part of the team that launched DIRECTV started at Ohio University and WOUB
Yokers graduated from Ohio University in 1979 ATHENS, OH – When Jim Yokers came to Ohio University in the mid-1970s, the plan was to hone his skills as a disc jockey… Read More
Retail and Brand CEO Matt Rubel credits WOUB experience for the way he approaches business
Rubel graduated from Ohio University in 1979 ATHENS, OH – Even though renowned retail and brand CEO Matt Rubel didn’t take the path of a career in journalism, he says… Read More
WOUB Helped Former Student Find Her Voice
Beverly Mahone-Gibbs graduated from Ohio University in 1979 ATHENS, OH – Beverly Mahone-Gibbs’ WOUB story starts with a dream that had her going to college elsewhere. “I initially wanted to… Read More
Former WOUB Student Prepares for Book Release
Robert G. Lee worked as a student at WOUB in the late 1970s ATHENS, OH – A former WOUB student volunteer is getting ready to have a big month. Comedian… Read More
Mother’s Day Tribute: WOUB Mother and Daughter Duo Gina and Jennifer Moore
The Moore women say WOUB prepared them for successful careers in broadcasting ATHENS, OH – Mother and daughter (Veanise) Gina Moore and Jennifer Moore are the embodiment of the saying… Read More
Former WOUB Student Celebrates 40-Year Career
Youngstown TV Anchor Stan Boney learned journalistic fundamentals at WOUB ATHENS, OH – Youngstown, Ohio News Anchor Stan Boney, BSJ ’79, recently marked his 40th anniversary on the air in… Read More