OU’s rowing team blends friendship, athleticism
By Abby Jenkins | Apr. 17OU’s club rowing team is a close-knit group, and despite not practicing this season, its plans for the future are ambitious.
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Athens Beautification Month fosters community engagement
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 17April is Athens Beautification Month, a collaborative effort to create volunteer opportunities throughout Athens.
Influencer Becca Moore reflects on time at OU
By Alyssa Cruz | Apr. 17Becca Moore, a content creator based in L.A., graduated from OU in 2020. Now with over 1.3 million followers on TikTok, Moore is grateful for her time spent in Athens.
Students share tips to beat crowds at Ping
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 16Students, faculty and Ping staff debate the best time to go to the gym and beat the crowds.
Bobcats face scheduling stress
By Gina Napoli | Apr. 16It is time for Bobcats to schedule for fall semester and scheduling can create different stressors unique to each student. Learn more about ways to avoid scheduling stress, the impact scheduling can have on mental health and the importance of academic advisors.
National Garden Month cultivates community, sustainability
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 16April is National Garden Month, a time to celebrate the benefits of Athens gardens.
‘We Are Proud to Present…’ touches performers, audiences
By Sophia Anness | Apr. 14Vibrancy Theater performed “We Are Proud to Present…” this past weekend and the performance left audiences in deep thought.
OURS creates an energetic, exciting atmosphere at MVP show
By Gina Napoli | Apr. 14The Ohio University Recruiting Society, or OURS, celebrated its annual multicultural variety show this weekend.
Athens Annual Marathon: Runners hit the road
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 14Runners from all over took to the brick streets to participate in the Athens 57th Annual Marathon Race.
Singing Men of Ohio celebrates “SMOmecoming” weekend
By Gina Napoli | Apr. 14The Sing Men of Ohio, or SMO, has its annual alumni concert this weekend. Learn about SMO’s history, values and the strong connection between alumni and current members.
Music Industry Summit artists share expertise, network
By Cami Seymore | Apr. 11The Summit’s keynote speakers include Earl Sweatshirt, Jason Isbell and Ambar Lucid.
20th Lobsterfest rocks ‘n’ rolls into Athens
By Jackson McCoy | Apr. 11ACRN’s annual music festival brings Athens bands and big names together for a weekend.
Union Bingo Night provides a sober activity option for Athens
By Jackson McCoy | Apr. 10The bar and music venue expands into new territory with a not-so-new game.
Chris Knisely made history as first female president of Athens City Council
By Carly DeLuca | Apr. 10After serving on the Athens City Council for 8 years, Chris Knisely retired in 2023. As the first female president of the Council, Knisely created powerful change in the equality of the Athens local government.
Little Wing thrift store provides collectibles, support
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 10Little Wing Curiosity Shoppe and Thrift Store sell a wide range of secondhand and handmade products to support Ukrainians through humanitarian relief.
Voting rights organizations unite for accessible Ohio elections
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 10With the 2024 Presidential Election right around the corner, voting rights organizations are making efforts to ensure equal access to the polls.
Holi colors brighten OU
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 9On March 24, the South Asian Student Association and the Indian Student Association hosted a Holi celebration.
Sociology professor leads students to success
By Sophia Anness | Apr. 8Stephen Scanlan is a beloved professor at OU and has consistently helped students achieve success in their fields. He has contributed greatly to the community and has been a leader of change.
‘Grease’ was the word for LFC this weekend
By Alyssa Cruz | Apr. 8Saturday and Sunday, the Lost Flamingo Theatre Company performed ‘Grease’ the musical. The cast members performed their own interpretations of the beloved characters with a lot of laughs and toe-tapping.
UPC hosts Q-and-A with 'Dance Moms' stars
By Payton Daugherty | Apr. 7Ohio University’s University Program Council, or UPC, hosted a Mom’s Weekend event Saturday featuring Kelly Hyland and Christi Lukasiak, two moms from the Lifetime reality show “Dance Moms” and hosts of the podcast “Back to the Barre.”
