By Jordan Schmitt, Head of PR Illustration and photos by Jordan Schmitt One of the most soothing beverages — whether you’re sick or just curling up with a book — is a hot cup of tea. The flavorful, herbal drink is known for its calming effects, but also has a wide range of health benefits. There are many types of tea with their own unique flavor profiles. Whether you’re looking for a jolt of caffeine, or need help winding down from a busy day, there is certainly a type of t

By Emily Squance, Blogger Last fall with Ohio University online, many students weren’t able to come back to campus and unfortunately, Madison Munsell was one of those students. Instead of taking online classes at home in Cleveland, Ohio, she decided to do something that she had always wanted to do; take a spontaneous trip by herself and drive through 13 states, over 10,000 miles, while hiking in four national parks. Photos provided Munsell has always thrived outside surrou

By Madison Kopp, Writer Imagine waking up one morning with flu-like symptoms; feeling ill, you head to the hospital where the doctors diagnose you with hysteria and send you to a mental health facility. Although horrific, this isn’t a made-up scenario. Unfortunately, for many women, this occurred frequently. It wasn’t until the end of the 20th century that doctors began diagnosing women’s mental health conditions correctly instead of branding them with craziness. Female hyst

By Hannah Barrett, Blogger Although Valentine’s Day is soon to be behind us, and we’ll no longer be surrounded by red hearts, roses and chocolate galore, that doesn’t mean you should stop striving to make your special someone feel loved and appreciated. Knowing and understanding your partner’s love language is essential in achieving this. During the unique times we’re currently living in, it’s more important than ever to spread love and feel it back. If you do not know your

By Margaux Augier, Copy Editor According to Athens horse rescue Bella Run Equine , over 125,000 American horses were transported to Canada and Mexico to be slaughtered in 2015 alone. Slaughter-bound horses — rendered unwanted often due to overbreeding, divorce or health issues — become subject to the highest bidder at kill auctions where they’re often sold for meat. Co-founders of Bella Run Equine Rachel Bendler and Victoria Gross began the animal rescue years ago because of

By Maya Meade, Blogger Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day alone, with friends or with the person you’ve grown to love, there are many different ways to spend the day. Traditionally, flowers and chocolates are shared among friends and loved ones and dinners are eaten inside of four-star restaurants. But, this year, due the pandemic and other challenges, new traditions may be started. Galentine’s date Illustration by Macey Elder Whether they’re your roommates or friends

By Maya Meade, Writer As the events of 2020 have unfolded, celebrities have continued to use their platforms to implement change in their followers’ minds. This year has been hit with monumental events that sparked conversations around the world. Many celebrities have chosen to speak out about these historic moments, encouraging their followers to stay informed and stay educated. The choice to go publicly political can be serious for some high-status influencers who risk losi

By Grace Dearing, Web Editor Since the beginning of time, humans have adapted to the ever-evolving trends of communication. From the early script and telegraphs to telephones and now instant messaging, communication has progressed rapidly. One variable that has remained consistent, though, is our reliance on facial expressions to intimately converse with the people around us. As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, so too do state mandates for masks and facial coverings in public

Illustration by Olivia Dutkewych By Molly Livingston, Blogger Photo from Google In the 1993 classic film “Groundhog Day,” Bill Murray plays a news anchor who finds himself living the same day over and over again. Unable to break the cycle and reach Feb. 3, he starts to go crazy. Since the COVID-19 Pandemic has taken over, I know I have had many days feel the exact same.  Now that Groundhog Day has arrived, here are five ways to make sure you don’t get stuck in it while also

By Jordan Schmitt, Head of PR President Joe Biden’s 2021 Inauguration Day was a highly anticipated event due to the dramatic 2020 presidential election. Despite taking place on Nov. 3, it took polling officials weeks to finalize the election results due to delays in ballot-counting as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In spite of obvious obstacles, 2020 saw the highest voter turnout since 1900 and Biden shattered records with over 81 million votes. After a series of court c

By Emily Squance, Blogger After the coronavirus canceled his summer internship, New York native Conner Branch was left bored at home where he stumbled upon vintage t-shirts his father designed in 1995. That moment sparked an idea for the Ohio University senior to put his own modern twist on his father’s former company. Conner Branch (right) with his father Daniel. Photo provided. The origin of the brand begins with Conner’s dad, Daniel Branch, who started as a professional

By Jorja Butt, Writer Life in the 21st century means being able to access information from anywhere at any time. Whether that information is a question you’ve been pondering, a quick text message to check on your family or a look on social media for updates on your friends, it’s easy to get lost in the virtual world. As cell phone technology continues to develop and become increasingly accessible, the age at which children are introduced to them becomes younger, making the ad

By Madison Salyer, Editor-in-Chief The events of 2020 were tumultuous, it’s no surprise that many have been impatiently waiting for the new year to begin. With that being said, we can not expect our troubles to just disappear in 2021. Instead, we must use this past year as a building block as we move forward and learn from the many challenges we have faced. This year, the entire world shared this particular struggle. We must reflect on this within our own minds to try and fin

Photo by Madison Kopp By Madison Kopp, Blogger Franchise co-owners Jerry DePizzo and Matt Crumpton opened the small chain restaurant Big Mamma’s Burritos in Athens, Ohio, in 2005. Big Mamma’s Burritos is a quick-serve burrito restaurant. DePizzo, originally from Youngstown, Ohio, is the guitarist and saxophone player for Ohio rock band O.A.R. (short for Of a Revolution). Crumpton, originally from Strongsville, Ohio, was an Ohio University alumnus. He is a lawyer and also

By Maya Meade, Blogger Every year, Thanksgiving comes and goes, a gluttonous amount of food is consumed and memories are made without people really thinking about why the holiday is celebrated in the first place — and why some people choose not to celebrate it at all. A lot of the Thanksgiving education received at a young age in the United States is not entirely accurate and is glorified to be a day of feasting shared between colonists and Native Americans. This is not exac

Photo from theeatingdisordercenter.com By Grace Dearing, Web Editor With holiday gatherings largely centered around meals, this time of year can be incredibly intimidating and nerve-wracking for those who have a history of disordered eating. Jennifer Rollin , MSW, LCSW-C, founder of The Eating Disorder Center shares her tips on how to cope with that environment and support your loved ones: Can you describe what disordered eating is and what it can look like? Sure, disorder

By John Pierron, Executive Editor As TikTok becomes one of the largest influences on pop culture, the power it holds on the music industry is undeniable. It’s a place where trends flourish and musicians can become an instant success overnight. One of these developments is the overall establishment of a distinct “hyperpop” genre. ​ Hyperpop is described as “experimental music that pushes pop themes and tropes to parody, with some dance/electronic undertones.” While mainstream

Illustrations by Macey Elder By Emily Squance, Blogger  Homelessness and hunger appear to go hand in hand but oftentimes they are a lot more independent than one would think. 1 in 8 Americans are food insecure , meaning they don’t have consistent access to food, which may affect their health and daily living. Many Americans can be food insecure without being homeless; however, sometimes they are forced to choose between the two. In fact, 57% have reported having to choose b

Photo by Kate Bender By Reagan Goldberg, Blogger By now, most people have either played or at least heard of the popular game Among Us. If you haven’t entered the virtual world yet, here’s a crash course on how the game works so you’ll be ready to dominate when you first play. Among Us is a game that you can download onto your HP through steam or on your iPhone through the app store. How the game works There is a maximum of 10 players and anywhere between one and three pla