PROJECTS
Athens residents provided medical care at home before modern hospital
By Jess Umbarger | Apr. 9, 2019The Sheltering Arms Hospital was in operation from 1921 to 1970
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HUMAN INTEREST
OU students and Athens residents march to Take Back The Night
By Jess Umbarger | Apr. 5, 2019Hundreds gathered to hear inspiring stories from sexual violence survivors and advocates, and to march in solidarity.
HUMAN INTEREST
Indonesian Students Association to host cultural celebration
By Jess Umbarger | Mar. 27, 2019Students and Athens residents will get a chance to experience Indonesian food and music and Indo Night on Saturday.
HUMAN INTEREST
Female first responders prove they are as skilled as male counterparts
By Jess Umbarger | Mar. 17, 2019Women in the public safety sector often have to go above and beyond to convince others they are able to do their jobs
HUMAN INTEREST
Scientists tend to cringe at most sci-fi movies
By Jess Umbarger | Mar. 6, 2019Misconceptions in science fiction films can lead viewers astray from facts.
HUMAN INTEREST
Esports on the rise as official university varsity sports
By Jess Umbarger | Feb. 26, 2019Although OU doesn’t have a varsity esports team, its club has more than 200 members.
HUMAN INTEREST
OU School of Music to host recital celebrating African-American composers
By Jess Umbarger | Feb. 14, 2019The recital will feature a new piece by composer Gwyneth Walker.
HUMAN INTEREST
Week on Immigrants speakers to discuss immigration at national and local levels
By Jess Umbarger | Jan. 29, 2019Students will be able to listen to a broad array of speakers from different disciplines.
THE BEAT
Here is a week of Athens nightlife and bar deals explained through emojis
By Jess Umbarger | Jan. 21, 2019Between Karaoke Night and $2 margaritas, Athens nightlife has something for everyone.
HUMAN INTEREST
Dozens march to honor legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
By Jess Umbarger | Jan. 21, 2019Despite cold temperatures, people came ready to participate in the Silent March.
