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On-Campus Housing at Ohio University – Delight or Despair
ATHENS, Ohio – Residence hall life at Ohio University can make or break your mood during the semester. Ohio University Students are required to stay in halls through their sophomore… Read More
Local Businesses Take On Fostering Cats Since No Cat Shelter Available in Athens
By: Lexie White Because there are no cat shelters in Athens, Ohio, local businesses have taken on the responsibility while working with the Humane Society. Hyacinth Bean floral shop is… Read More
The Effect of E-Commerce in Athens
by Riley Harshman Bon-Ton announced earlier this month that they would be liquidating their company and closing all 267 stores nationwide. Stores included in Bon-Ton’s franchise are: Bergner’s, Boston Store,… Read More
University Late Check-Out Policy Leaves Students Paying to Stay
By Maggie Prosser Ohio University’s campus will close on May 4, driving students out of dorms and forcing daunting fees on those who choose—or need—to stay in residence halls after… Read More
State-Based Organization Helps Those with Disabilities Run Races
by Bharbi Hazarika Jill Watson wasn’t able to tie the laces of her white canvas running shoes, but that didn’t deter her from taking part in Ohio University’s Race… Read More
Unchained Fashion Show Raises Human Trafficking Awareness
by Ambrielle Coleman Last week students, faculty and families visited Ohio University’s Walter Hall to see a fashion show. Most visitors believed they were going to watch models strut down… Read More
Early Lease Terminations Lead to Issues for Students
by Hayden Clark ATHENS, OH – Off campus Ohio University students are focused on more than just finals. OU students are forced to leave their current place of residence either… Read More
Donations Drying Up as OU Gets Grants to Expand Food Pantry
By Maggie Prosser The Baker Center Food Pantry received a grant from Pepsi this month for seven freezers, refrigerators and meat thermometers to combat food insecurity as part of the… Read More
Athens Food Banks, Pantries Help during Holidays
Food is a cornerstone for the holiday season. For families struggling to feed themselves all year, Thanksgiving and Christmas can be especially difficult. Food insecurity in Athens County is the… Read More
Uncovering Personal Study Spaces on Campus
ATHENS, Ohio — Midterms are over but finals are near for students at Ohio University. Doing well on those exams may have something to do with the personal study spaces… Read More
Athens-Based International Travelers Skeptical of Electronics Ban
ATHENS, Ohio — Some Ohio University faculty and staff affected by the Department of Homeland Security ban on certain onboard electronics are not sure the new rule is about preventing… Read More