Forest bathing connects people to selves, nature
By Lily Roby | Nov. 30, 2020The Japanese practice puts a name to what many have done for years.
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NAMI Athens provides help to those affected by mental illness
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 29, 2020Athens’ local chapter for the National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, has cultivated a safe space for those seeking peace and support.
Students discuss Thanksgiving 2020 plans
By Keri Johnson | Nov. 24, 2020Some are gathering with their social pods, while others are stuck in quarantine.
Q&A: Brian Koscho talks hosting his own podcast, ‘Invisible Ground’
By Haley Swaino | Nov. 24, 2020Brian Koscho is an Athens resident and current grad student at Ohio University.
Athens County ‘blessing boxes’ bring resources to those in need
By Keri Johnson | Nov. 23, 2020Groups and individuals have recently installed “blessing box” stations throughout the county to help those in need.
Fashion industry faces pandemic’s effects
By Riley Runnells | Nov. 23, 2020OU students and staff discuss how there are more components than retailers and stores.
Cancel culture continues to garner controversial opinions
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 22, 2020By definition, cancel culture is the popular practice of withdrawing support for public figures or companies after they did or said something controversial to the public eye.
GRID Lab, leadership class promote technological collaboration through simulation
By Riley Runnells | Nov. 19, 2020MGT 2590 works with the GRID Lab to create simulations for students.
Among Us craze brings students together
By Anastasia Carter | Nov. 19, 2020Students provide insight into how to be an imposter and crewman.
OU students find coping mechanisms to distract from post-election stress
By Haley Swaino | Nov. 18, 2020Two weeks have now passed since Election Day. With continued political tension and debate, OU students search for different ways to protect their mental health.
Many observe No-Shave November
By Abby Brown | Nov. 18, 2020Men and women alike forgo shaving this month for a good cause.
Athens County Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Event promotes remembrance, support
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 18, 2020The Athens County Suicide Prevention Coalition and NAMI Athens are hosting this event, which hopes to destigmatize mental health issues.
Weekender Briefs: Build strength with power flow yoga, join a virtual tree lighting ceremony
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 18, 2020Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this November weekend.
Transgender Day of Remembrance honored by festival
By Keri Johnson | Nov. 18, 2020The Trans (Plays) of Remembrance Festival wraps up Wednesday, Nov. 18.
Miki Ward Crawford explores, embraces her 'AppalAsian' identity
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 17, 2020Crawford’s biracial, AppalAsian identity has influenced her life greatly, from her childhood to her research on Japanese war brides.
International Education Week highlights interconnectedness
By Abby Brown | Nov. 17, 2020Ohio University is virtually celebrating International Education Week this year.
Kennedy Museum of Art continues to bring people together virtually
By Gabriella Hayes | Nov. 17, 2020The Kennedy Museum of Art has launched numerous virtual programs that families can participate in from home.
Athens dance studio, OU students adapt to pandemic
By Emma Skidmore | Nov. 17, 2020Studios and students alike have modified their practice of dance to COVID-19 regulations.
Moonville tunnel’s complicated history attracts visitors, mediums
By Jackson Horvat | Nov. 16, 2020Moonville’s tunnel harbors many ghost stories, but Taylor Mead isn’t afraid.
Opinion: Identical twins celebrate differences, but remain close in a changing world
By Leslie Ostronic | Nov. 16, 2020Dominic and Dallas Ostronic, 16-year-old identical twins, begin to find their individuality.
