Harvard on the Hocking: The Ivy League’s lasting influence on OU’s campus
By Disha Hoque | Oct. 5, 2023Cutler and Baker’s impact on the campus reflects Harvard's ideas and contributes to OU’s culture today.
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Student senate discusses diversity, inclusion
By Paige Fisher | Oct. 4, 2023Student senate met Wednesday to discuss diversity and inclusion with a presentation from Russell Morrow, interim assistant dean of diversity equity and inclusion for the College of Business.
OUPD found critical missing person after search
By Donovan Hunt | Oct. 4, 2023Ohio University Police Department has found Matthew Wallace, an 18-year-old man who was described as a critical missing person, safe in Columbus who was missing since Oct. 2.
Alden Library requires swipe-in access after 10 p.m.
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 28, 2023During the beginning of the fall semester, Alden Library announced they will be requiring ID checks and swipe access starting at 10 p.m. to keep the library space for the OU community. Alden staff guarantees that the new policy does not relate to any instance that may have happened in the past; the switch to require swipe-in access comes from extra safety precautions to ensure student employees are set up for success while working at night, Joey Walden, student coordinator, said.
BSU holds silent march in honor of Ta’Kiya Young
By Payton Daugherty | Sep. 28, 2023Ohio University’s Black Student Union, or BSU, met in Baker Center on Thursday to host Time for Change, a silent march in solidarity of Ta’Kiya Young.
Student senate discussed sustainability
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 27, 2023Sam Crowl, director of sustainability, gave a presentation about OU’s current state of carbon emissions, and how students can be more active in sustainability.
As enrollment numbers rise, so does concern among students
By Isabella Pedrera | Sep. 27, 2023Students reflect on a crowded campus.
Q&A with Ohio Democratic Chair
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 27, 2023The Post sat down with Liz Walters, chair of the Ohio democratic party, to talk about the election in November, what issues will be on the ballot, and more.
OU offers limited sexual health resources
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 27, 2023Students at Ohio University's main campus have limited access to resources regarding reproductive and sexual health. Currently, OhioHealth Campus Care, located at 2 Health Center Drive, is the only on-campus location for OU students to get STI testing. OU’s ‘Be Informed Bobcats’ website includes information about the local and national sexual health resources available to OU students.
BSO operates under tight budget
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 24, 2023Prior said BSO is working with a tight budget to pay the staff and materials for families and the orientation itself to run and what they are paying now is close to the bare minimum. Other institutions with more flexible budgets are able to provide more perks, Prior said.
OU sees record enrollment for second consecutive year
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 20, 2023After record-breaking enrollment in the 2022 Fall Semester with 4,441 first-year students, Fall Semester 2023 has brought in 4,516 first-year students, according to a university news release.
Student Senate: Senate heard from student organizations
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 20, 2023Student Senate met on Wednesday to hear presentations from the International Student Union, the University Programing Council and the Black Student Cultural Board.
OU, local police confident in abilities in case of an aggressor
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 20, 2023Local law enforcement and staff have many methods of being prepared in the circumstance of an active shooter.
Rising temperatures in Bentley Hall
By Payton Daugherty | Sep. 20, 2023Bentley Hall has been experiencing higher temperatures as a result of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning, or HVAC, complications, which has made learning environments challenging for students and instructors.
Student senate welcomes new members
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 13, 2023Senate passed all resolutions pertaining to appointing new members within the senate. Both vice commissioners and senators were appointed.
Bobcats have a passion for fashion
By Jackson McCoy | Sep. 13, 2023Students represent different styles as they begin this year’s fall semester.
Earl's Coop is OU's newest dining hall
By Suzanne Piper | Sep. 13, 2023Earl’s Coop is Ohio University’s third traditional dining hall option and serves various chicken dishes.
Increasing COVID-19 cases as classes resume
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 10, 2023While the most common strain of COVID-19 in the United States is currently EG.5, or Eris, James Gaskell, Athens County health department commissioner, said. It is predicted to be replaced by a more contagious strand called Pirola within the next few months, according to experts.
Student senate holds first general body meeting
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 6, 2023President Megan Handle was unable to attend the meeting due to illness and requested Vice President Isaac Davis mention she echoes everything he says about each resolution.
Students debate the best jobs on campus
By Gina Napoli | Sep. 5, 2023There are so many job opportunities on campus it is hard to pick the best one. Students share their job experiences on campus.
