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Michael’s Mic Drop: The Gym helps strengthen mental health

Regular exercise helps teen males combat stress, anxiety and depression, redefining the gym as a space for mental resilience and self-improvement rather than outdated stereotypes.

Bruno Mars brings '24K Magic' to Hollywood stardom

From breakthrough hits to record-breaking streaming numbers, Bruno Mars might just be this generation’s male pop star.

Interludes an overlooked art of album storytelling

Often overlooked, interludes add depth and storytelling to albums. But in the age of streaming, are they becoming obsolete? Here’s why they still matter.

OU graduate student transforms chemotherapy education

Abel Jarrahi, a Scripps College of Communication graduate student has created a company called VR Medical Solutions for his project, "Chemotherapy Unveiled". It simulates a chemotherapy facility to ease the initial anxiety and confusion of chemotherapy treatments, helping patients feel more prepared. Jarrahi says his research confirms the effectiveness of virtual reality in medical education and addressing real-world challenges. Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

Mill Fest 2025

Saturday, the first fest of the season took over Mill Street. Thousands of students filled the street to party, day drink and celebrate the commencement of fest season. Post reporters took to Mill Street to found out if fest-goers really know their trivia. Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

OU dance students find sense of belonging in the 2025 Winter Dance Concert

Ohio University's Putnam School of Dance presented the 2025 Winter Dance Concert over the weekend. Dance students explain how this showcase is one of the bigger showcases they perform during the year, where guest choreographers and faculty choreograph the pieces. The dancers say this show is very meaningful to them and spreads important messages. Video by: Audi Reed & Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

Hocking Hills Garment Center threads jobs, sustainability together

Athens native, Betsy Franjola, created the Hocking Hills Garment Center by repurposing an old church into a factory in Buchtel, Ohio. Franjola hopes to create meaningful jobs in the community, while also supplying local businesses with sustainable, quality clothing. HHGC also plans to launch their own in-house line, where they will oversee both sourcing and manufacturing. Catch all the details here and in the article: https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2025/02/hocking-hills-garment-center-brings-jobs-appalachiaVideo by: Raphaëlle Anglade & Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

OU celebrates Rev. Dr. Francine Childs' legacy

Rev. Dr. Francine Childs was the first Black woman to receive tenure at Ohio University, and she was a pioneering force for the African American Studies department. She made it her mission to give back to the community, she cared for her students and she was a force for justice. Childs' nephew explained the immeasurable impact she had during her life. Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

The Ohio ARTreprenuership Summit encourages students to utilize business in art

The College of Fine Arts hosted the Ohio ARTreprenuership summit to encourage students to support their creativity through a business mindset. The event invited professionals in different genres of art to ensure all students could gain something from the experience. Reporters from The Post have the details. Video by: Hayley Mitchell, Ranjini Shank, & Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

OU Greek Life amps up for spring recruitment

Ohio University Greek Life holds informal recruitment in the spring, which is a more relaxed recruitment process for potential new members. This can be a more enjoyable experience for students who may have felt apprehensive about Greek Life before. Learn about all the details of this year's spring recruitment here. Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Chloe Smith Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

Students express excitement for the spring semester

As the semester begins, students share what they are looking forward to, the class load they are handling and they reflect on their favorite memories at OU. The Post is excited to see what the spring semester will have to offer for all students. Video by: Audrianna Reed & Michael Dorwaldt Edited by: Hailey Dunne Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

ACEnet highlights local businesses with their Holiday Open House

ACEnet, also known as the Appalachian Center for Economic Networks, hosted their annual Holiday Open House December 5. This event is an opportunity for local business and vendors to showcase their products and for consumers to shop local. Guests can also enjoy local food and drinks, which makes this a great holiday gathering. Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Audi Reed Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media:Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimediaX: thepostFacebook: thepostathens

Students de-stress before finals with Winter Fest

Ohio University Culinary Services put on their third annual Winter Fest December 4 to help students de-stress before finals week. The director of culinary services says the main goal of this event is to engage students with fun activities such as an ice skating rink in Nelson Dining Hall, making rootbeer floats and decorating cookies. Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Abby Hiday Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens