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Professors, students discuss free university idea amid debt crisis

By Kate Anderson | Mar. 21, 2021

The United States student debt crisis continues to escalate, but change may be here soon.

Scripps College of Communication launches podcast

By Anastasia Carter | Mar. 18, 2021

Scripps College of Communication ambassadors had the opportunity to be on the first episode of the podcast.

Alumnus takes inspiration from OU’s campus for novel

By Colleen McLafferty | Mar. 18, 2021

Fellow Travellers is the first published work of Jesse Bethea.

WellWorks encourages well being for OU family

By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 18, 2021

With the switch to an online platform, WellWorks has made many efforts to keep the same opportunities for its members. They also offer many opportunities for student employees and a variety of different programs.

Science Cafe hosted ‘The Brain, Body, and Biomechanics of Injury Recovery’ conversation

By Mary Jane Sanese | Mar. 17, 2021

This lecture focuses on the ACL injury and rehabilitation process.

Class of 2020 graduates adjust career goals amid pandemic

By Claire Schiopota | Mar. 17, 2021

OU graduates have to compromise their goals as they try to find work during COVID-19.

Lost Flamingo Theatre Company presents ‘The Door’ for virtual audience

By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 17, 2021

Performers encourage anyone and everyone to attend.

Weekender Briefs: Attend virtual Celebrate Women Conference; view ‘Women of Appalachia Project’ Fine Art Exhibition

By Isabel Nissley | Mar. 17, 2021

Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.

OU alumni engagement increases during past year

By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 16, 2021

Despite the challenges of COVID-19, OU has offered many resources for alumni and has created different means of participation through virtual platforms. With these opportunities, alumni engagement has increased this past year.

Office of Sustainability accepting nominations for sustainability awards

By Anastasia Carter | Mar. 15, 2021

The awards will be presented on Earth Day through a video message from OU President Duane Nellis.

Bobcat Battalion makes ruck march donation to Athens County Food Pantry

By Juliana Colant | Mar. 15, 2021

On Feb. 27, The Bobcat Battalion marched eight miles to deliver food.

Art professor, student collaborate to make children’s book

By Lauren Serge | Mar. 14, 2021

Professor of Art David LaPalombara and senior Callie Smith collaborated to create an illustrated children’s book that is an adaptation of the stories LaPalombara’s father told him as a child.

‘Legacy’ and ‘REACH’ exhibitions recognize OU graphic design program, professors

By Isabel Nissley | Mar. 12, 2021

Two art exhibits, “Legacy: Don Adleta and Karen Nulf, 60 years of Graphic Design” and “REACH: 50+ Years of Works by OHIO Graphic Design Alumni” are honoring the creativity and strength of OU’s graphic design program.

Q&A: How ‘The Post’ has helped its alumni thrive in the workplace

By Riley Runnells | Mar. 12, 2021

Seth Archer, Alexis Eichelberger, Marisa Fernandez, Bennett Leckrone and Alex McCann sit down to talk about their work and The Post.

International Student Union to host International Week

By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 11, 2021

I-Week will take place the week of April 5 and festivities will continue throughout the week.

Winning ECO Challenge team plans to make positive impact on Athens

By Lily Roby | Mar. 11, 2021

With the implementation of their StepNpull hands-free foot door opener across campus, the winning team of the 5th ECO Challenge hopes to make OU a safer, more sustainable place.