Weekender Briefs: Rethink imposter syndrome with Valerie Young, attend virtual theater production
By Isabel Nissley | Mar. 10, 2021Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
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Athens County Public Libraries host programs, craft events
By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 10, 2021The Athens County Public Libraries all host take-home programs and crafts for people of all ages to keep them busy during the pandemic.
Diversity First Showcase and Awards hosted by Career and Leadership Development Center
By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 9, 2021The Diversity First Leadership Awards awarded many OU students with different awards highlighting their accomplishments.
National Sleep Awareness Month allows time for reflection on sleep habits
By Juliana Colant | Mar. 9, 2021Happy National Sleep Awareness Month.
OU’s Survivor Advocacy Program continues to support students amid COVID-19
By Mary Jane Sanese | Mar. 8, 2021Events and meetings have moved to a virtual format, but the support is still strong.
Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery plans for new space, emphasizes collaborative STEAM education
By Isabel Nissley | Mar. 8, 2021Having recently secured $200,000 in state capital funding, Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery leaders plan on breaking ground on renovations at 67 Columbus Road soon. The former church will be transformed into a museum that fosters hands-on STEAM learning experiences.
15th annual Celebrate Women Conference hosted virtually to empower women
By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 7, 2021The 15th Annual Celebrate Women Conference is taking place in a virtual format. Speakers will be sharing their stories and experience while sparking inspiration and encouragement for other women to make their own story.
Voinovich School accepts applications for research scholar positions
By Anastasia Carter | Mar. 5, 2021Current Voinovich research scholars have felt rewarded by participating in the program.
OU’s social media tells stories of Black Appalachian History
By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 5, 2021University Communications and Marketing are using social media to tell stories of the Black history in Athens that are important to the roots of OU.
Activism landscape changes with COVID-19
By Emma Skidmore | Mar. 4, 2021Athens residents focus on both national and local issues during the pandemic in a safe way.
Bobcat Well-Being provides students with resources for mental, physical health
By Mary Jane Sanese | Mar. 4, 2021There are numerous programs and events available virtually and in-person to help OU students de-stress.
Weekender Briefs: Dance at Bollywood Night, learn the basics of flameworking
By Isabel Nissley | Mar. 4, 2021Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
OU to host social media campaign for International Women’s Day
By Kayla Bennett | Mar. 3, 2021With the month of March comes International Women’s Month, and this year OU has decided to host a COVID-friendly celebration via Instagram and Twitter.
Hillary and Chelsea Clinton speak to OU about their book, importance of women in health care
By Riley Runnells | Mar. 2, 2021Most of the conversation was centered around their book, The Book of Gutsy Women: Favorite Stories of Courage and Resilience.
Q&A: Color of Music Collective founder Mia Van Allen elevates LGBTQ+ community, people of color
By Hannah Burkhart | Mar. 1, 2021Van Allen founded Color of Music Collective in May 2020.
OU Army ROTC adapts to COVID-19
By Juliana Colant | Mar. 1, 2021Army ROTC implements new protocols.
New ‘History of Now’ course places current events into historical context
By Lauren Serge | Mar. 1, 2021Professor of history Kevin Mattson created the new course “The History of Now,“ which studies present-day events and issues and reflects on their historical relevance.
Hopewell Health Center provides key mental health services in Athens
By Kayla Bennett | Feb. 28, 2021Offering many different health services, Hopewell Health Center has been able to support the growing city of Athens and create a welcoming facility during the pandemic.
Al Roker to speak at OU through Kennedy Lecture Series
By Isabel Nissley | Feb. 25, 2021Al Roker, weather forecaster and journalist known for his work on the Today Show, will speak virtually at Ohio University on March 2 at 7:30 p.m. as a presenter with the Kennedy Lecture Series. The event will be moderated by Eddith Dashiell, director of the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism.
Bobcats Well-Being and Campus Recreation host weekly hikes
By Kayla Bennett | Feb. 24, 2021Strouds Run, Sells Park and the Ridges are the various locations where the hikes will be held.
