E.W. Scripps School of Journalism responds to AP’s ban from White House
By Finn Smith | Mar. 5Ohio University's E.W. Scripps School of Journalism released a statement in support of the AP, calling this decision a violation of the First Amendment.
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Gulf of America replaces Gulf of Mexico, Bobcats react
By Suzanne Piper | Feb. 25“The Gulf of America, what a beautiful name,“ Trump said. Apple Maps, Google Maps and Google Earth have officially erased the Gulf of Mexico and replaced it with the Gulf of America.
Trump Administration orders DEI program cuts, sparking widespread concern
By Abby Waechter | Feb. 25The Trump Administration set a 14-day deadline for schools to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs or risk losing their federal funding.
3 Athens City Council members stepping down in next election
By Avery St. George | Feb. 25With the next election running May 6, seats can be filled by new faces or current members. Why did they step down and what will the next election look like?
Student Senate creates First Generation Senator, comment about SB 1
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 20Student Senate met Wednesday for its General Body Assembly meeting where they created the position of First Generation Senator, changed title addressing rules and a comment from a senator was given about Ohio Senate Bill 1.
Student Senate supports OU faculty unionization
By Paige Fisher | Feb. 20Student Senate passes bill to support faculty unionization despite pushback from university administration.
Trump Administration demands schools dismantle DEI programs or risk federal funding
By Abby Waechter | Feb. 19The Trump Administration set a 14-day deadline for schools to eliminate DEI programs or risk losing their federal funding.
President’s Day protest held at Athens County Courthouse
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 17Monday, in front of the Athens County Courthouse, a President’s Day protest was held because of citizens' unhappiness with the current state of the country.
SB 1 to ban faculty strikes, concerns arise
By Avery St. George | Feb. 14One of the provisions the bill has is a ban of full-time faculty members striking.
Ohio SB 1 clears Senate, students worry
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 14Wednesday, Senate Bill 1, which bans diversity, equality and inclusion programs at public universities and colleges in Ohio, cleared through the Ohio Senate and is on its way to the governor’s desk.
Trump's immigration enforcement raises questions for international students
By Avery St. George | Feb. 11President Trump’s executive order also placed stricter rules on international students stating that any minor violation of laws could result in deportation or revoking of a visa.
Student Senate creates new position, senator position updates
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 7The Student Senate met Wednesday for its General Body Assemble meeting, during which a new position was added, senator information was clarified and fixed and new members were appointed.
City Council discusses Welcome Home Ohio program funds, diversion program coordinator position
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 5Monday at 7 p.m., a City Council meeting wcas held at council chambers on the third floor of the city building at 8 E. Washington St. During the meeting, announcements from Mayor Steve Patterson, using of Welcome Home Ohio program funds and the diversion program coordinator position were discussed.
Residents discuss concerns about Pomeroy Road development
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 5A public hearing was held Monday night to discuss the rezoning of 0 Pomeroy Road to make it into a multifamily residence zone by Spire Development. To make a multifamily residence zone, Spire Development is planning to build 50 rental housing unit development.
Ohio schools prepare for ‘Don’t Say Gay Bill’
By Mary Kate McNamee | Feb. 4Gov. Mike DeWine passed House Bill 8, commonly referred to as the ‘Don’t Say Gay Bill,’ affecting public school districts in Ohio.
