Artistic Achievements: Dance opens doors to new cultures
By Juannie Williams | Sep. 11, 2014How does dance contribute to the social and artistic elements of a culture?
COLUMNS
Campus Chatter: Social Media Profiles Are Important
By Maria Fischer | Sep. 10, 2014From the moment I created my first MySpace profile, my mother erred on the side of caution.
Put It In Writing: One piece of advice for writers: be yourself
By Kirsten Saylor | Sep. 10, 2014Although the body of your work, whether it is fiction or nonfiction, is highly important, one detail that is often overlooked is style.
Campus Counselor: Eat right or burn out
By Olivia Hupp | Sep. 10, 2014I don’t know about the rest of you, but this semester is kicking my butt.
Lights, Camera, Ashton: Religious movies disappointing to viewers
By Will Ashton | Sep. 10, 2014Before dispelling my religion-based opinions, it’s pertinent that I make something clear: I don’t consider myself a religious person.
In The Know with Meg O.: Israeli-Palestinian conflict is not a black-and-white issue
By Meg Omecene | Sep. 10, 2014If you look at my Twitter or Facebook profiles over the last week, you won’t see any opinions about Student Senate President Megan Marzec’s controversial video. I have retweeted many articles and opinion pieces, but I haven’t posted an opinion. I felt I needed some time to think about how I felt.
Bricks On Campus: From study tables to millions of books, Alden has everything a student could want
By Kyle Burback | Sep. 10, 2014Surely, those of us who have spent some time on campus are familiar with Alden Library, and to those of you who haven’t, believe me, you will.
Nowstalgia: Voices follow us from childhood
By Hailey Bibbee | Sep. 10, 2014Tommy Pickles, Ash Ketchum, Yugi Moto or maybe even Bubbles from the “Powerpuff Girls.” At least one of these names rings a bell, as they should.
Red, Blue & You: America’s ‘war on religion’ is a political strategy
By Gabby McDaris | Sep. 10, 2014In the past decade, a war has broken out in America. It’s important to point out that, in this war, no shots have been fired, no airstrikes have been called and no one has actually died.
Post Secret: Unlatching the bra strap for a purpose
By Erin Fischer | Sep. 9, 2014Erin Fischer discusses her view on going braless and what she wishes to see in the future regarding societies unspoken rules about women's articles of clothing.
Beauty and the Bobcat: New eyeliner tricky to master but patience pays off
By Taylor LaPuma | Sep. 9, 2014Welcome back, Beauty ’Cats! I hope you all had a wonderful summer, as I definitely did.
Cultural Anime-tions: Manga and anime are rich in culture and community
By Kirsten Lindsay | Sep. 9, 2014When I told my mom that I had joined Ohio University’s anime club (dubbed JMAGE), and was also going to write about anime and manga, it was not without embarrassment and a bit of shame. Don’t get me wrong—I’m not ashamed of what I like. But I know her opinion of it: she thinks it’s immature, for kids. That’s what most people think.
Lean In Further: Photographs of nude celebrities shouldn't be looked at
By Jessica Ensley | Sep. 9, 2014The recent release of nude photographs of celebrities is frightening and people shouldn’t be looking at them.
Culture Shocked: Travel bug in the air
By Zander Myers | Sep. 8, 2014I have always had the travel bug. Many people do, but I think that very few of us actually act on it. I think, mostly, it all comes down to money like so much in life does. You can raise money for a trip, but it becomes pretty complicated pretty quickly.
Nurturing OUr Nature: Campus groups bring awareness to nature
By Grant Stover | Sep. 8, 2014There are many different groups at Ohio University that help positively affect environmental action on campus. I have highlighted three different organizations that have not only played a significant role in my own awareness, but are constantly looking for students to get involved.
The Good-isms: A history behind the meaning of "feminism"
By Jordan Williams | Sep. 8, 2014Welcome to my series of weekly columns on global-to-local feminism and activism, or as I like to call them, “the good –isms.” While exploring the past or present, famous or everyday people, I will take a look into those making the world a better place, even as close to home as our beautiful campus and community.
Gamer Girl: Number of women in gaming community high despite stigmas
By Sophie Kruse | Sep. 8, 2014According to a new study released by the Entertainment Software Association, adult women make up the largest group of gamers! These women make up 36 percent of the population, followed by adult men, who make up 35 percent and teenage boys, who make up a minuscule 17 percent.
AFC North Nation: Forget Money Manziel, Dalton is the one bringing in the cash
By Adam Wondrely | Sep. 5, 2014Well, the Bengals decided to go ahead and give Andy Dalton the money that he was looking for. When word got out that Dalton signed a six-year, $115 million deal, according to CBSSports.com, the Cincinnati fan base went nuts.
Lights, Camera, Ashton: What did we learn from Robin Williams' death?
By Will Ashton | Sep. 5, 2014The death of Robin Williams has lost its pop culture significance. This is not cold-hearted or mean-spirited of me to say; it is just a representation of our now-current cultural mindset.
AfterTASTE: Don't let cooking mishaps discourage you
By CASSIE FAIT | Sep. 5, 2014Food mishaps in the kitchen are a part of the cooking process. That’s just the reality when cooking or experimenting with the culinary arts.
