Former Bachelor speaks about love on Valentine’s Eve
By Gabrielle Cabanes | Feb. 14, 2023Former Bachelor Ben Higgins spoke to students in Baker Center about his experience as ABC’s “The Bachelor.”
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The doc is in and she’s tuning in to Athens
By Alyssa Cruz | Feb. 13, 2023Myiesha Taylor to host a lecture about the representation the animated series “Doc McStuffins” provides as well as her experience navigating the world of medicine as a Black female physician. Taylor holds a special connection to the show, being honored by Disney Junior for her accomplishments.
Couple’s Spotlight: Jason Preston and Micaylah Nash share their story
By Abreanna Blose | Feb. 13, 2023Jason Preston and Micaylah Nash met as freshmen at Ohio University. Over four years later, the two are eager to spend the rest of their lives together.
Turkish Bobcats grieve, unite after devastating earthquake
By Alyssa Cruz | Feb. 13, 2023A little over a week ago, a deadly earthquake hit Turkey and Syria, causing extreme devastation across the region. A group of Turkish Bobcats are banding together to grieve and raise money to help give aid to those in need.
Platonic love is in the air
By Gabrielle Cabanes | Feb. 12, 2023With cupid's celebration approaching, students reflect on Galentine's Day traditions.
Hocking Hills Winery offers award-winning wines in scenic setting
By Cole Patterson | Feb. 12, 2023Located just under 30 miles from Ohio University, the Hocking Hills Winery features many award-winning wines, nestled in a scenic setting within prime Ohio Appalachia.
Artist Spotlight: Lacy Davis portrays themes of family, womanhood through photography
By McKenna Christy | Feb. 12, 2023Lacy Davis is a graduate student at Ohio University and an artist featured in the Women of Appalachia Project exhibit at the Dairy Barn Arts Center. Her images explore themes such as family and womanhood, which she was inspired by from inheriting her grandma’s belongings.
OU Mindfulness-Based Living organization practices being present, intentional
By McKenna Christy | Feb. 9, 2023Sunder Singhani founded a newer organization on campus called OU Mindfulness-Based Living to create opportunities for students to practice mindfulness and meditation. As a doctoral student and mindfulness-based stress reduction teacher, he thought students could benefit from this type of organization on campus.
OU film clubs given chance to create, showcase short films
By Alyssa Cruz | Feb. 9, 2023Rough Cut Collective and AVW Studios worked to put on a premier at the Athena Cinema last weekend.
Weekender Briefs: Unveil your inner emo or jump into a new book
By Grace Koennecke | Feb. 8, 2023Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
'Classics and Cocktails' continues
By Abby Jenkins | Feb. 8, 2023Grab a friend and a drink and head Uptown for this weekend’s showing of the new “Classic and Cocktails” series the Athena, featuring the mystery film, “Clue.”
Artist Spotlight: Bryan Bielanski hopes to spread change, positivity through music
By Hannah Campbell | Feb. 8, 2023Bielanski will be playing at the Smiling Skull, 108 W. Union St., this Friday at 8 p.m.
OU doctoral student encourages discussion space for first-gen students
By McKenna Christy | Feb. 7, 2023We Are the First is a drop-in support space for first-generation students to share their experiences, both big and small. Sean Murphy, a health services psychology intern with Counseling and Psychological Services, sees the space as a way for first-generation students to reach out for support.
Athens Art Guild to host new social event, all artists welcome
By Grace Koennecke | Feb. 7, 2023Held at the Eclipse Company Store in The Plains, an artist panel will be held for current and non-members to ask questions.
Navigating family-oriented events as an international student
By Ankita Bansode | Feb. 7, 2023International students discuss the difficulties of family-oriented weekends on campus.
Tracking Trends: Athens reacts to recent Bengals defeat
By Sophia Rooksberry | Feb. 7, 2023Students lament the loss and show support for hometown hero, Joe Burrow.
ACRN anticipates Emo Prom will be an event to remember
By Katie Millard | Feb. 6, 2023The student-run media center will host its annual prom this Friday at The Union, with doors opening at 8 p.m.
Thread Magazine's new gallery is a refresher to Front Room
By Maggie Palma | Feb. 5, 2023Thread Magazine adds a new installation in Front Room with photos from previous issues.
5th annual Polar Bear Plunge makes a splash
By Cole Patterson | Feb. 5, 2023Organizers, participants discuss the 5th annual Polar Bear Plunge, a charity event held to raise money for the students of Beacon School.
ACHS hosts Spayghetti Dinner Fundraiser
By McKenna Christy | Feb. 5, 2023The Athens County Humane Society hosted a Spayghetti Dinner Fundraiser yesterday to raise support for their spay/neuter program at Restaurant Salaam. The menu included a few types of pasta with a side of pet care.
