Music is one of the few things that can bring people together. Across the world, music can be found everywhere. Performing in front of an audience is a form of community building unlike any other, bringing people of all backgrounds together for a common shared interest. The student band Split recognizes and embraces this idea of community building through live music. Read the full story on "Split" here: https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2023/10/split-band-athens-ohio-university-feature-music Video by: Gigi Twachtman & Ryan Schwieger Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/
Anti-Trump protests break out nationwide, in Athens
6:49pmAll across America, protests broke out April 5 to speak out against the current political administration. Athens participated in these protests and had former educators and guest speakers who spoke against the dismantling of the Department of Education, as well as Elon Musk’s involvement in the government. Athens residents and students say they will continue to have their voices heard amidst the current political climate. Video by: Audrianna Reed Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens
Passion Works expands to reach larger community, more resources
By Ranjini Shank and Hayley Mitchell | 10:15pmPassion Works Studio is in the process of expanding to another building in order to reach more people and provide a safe space for students to create. The new studio will provide space for ceramics, jewelry making and many more art mediums to bring the community together. Video by: Hayley Mitchell & Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens
Athens community comes together in support of Take Back the Night
By Lilly Marinski | 9:59pmTake Back the Night is an annual event at OU to raise awareness for sexual and domestic violence, and it's a way to uplift survivors. The night was filled with speeches, artistic performances and it was capped off by a march up Court Street. Survivor advocates say Take Back the Night is so important in order to be there for survivors, as well as educating the public. Video by: Lilly Marinski Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens