By Sophia Ball Photos taken by Nandi Gott Feature photo taken from the Athens County website The Athena Cinema is a historic movie theater located in Athens, Ohio. Formerly known as the Majestic Theater, The Athena opened in 1915 and has been ever-growing since. In the early 2000s, the theater was renovated and transformed into an art-house cinema that features independent films, documentaries, and other specialty programs. The theater includes three screens, 35mm and digita

Kate Tocke, blogger Here at OU we feel at home. Whether you live in the luxury that is Jeff Hall or the not as luxurious dirty south, we all have our ways of making our dorm rooms feel like home. You are either the person who scatters their wall with posters or you leave them barren. There is no in between. Recently everyone at OU – and all over the internet – has seen the familiar Ohio dorm halls on their TikTok for you pages recently, and that is because OU student Stuart

By: Isabella Lasneski, Blogger It’s the start of the spring semester and you know what that means: New classes, a new schedule, a new routine! I love the saying “If you can’t beat them, join them” because it reminds me to never stay stuck in the past for too long. Things like technology and human nature are changing so often, that change has now become our new normal. Change is inevitable so why not embrace it? This year, join me in embracing the change that the new year has

By Taylor Strnad, Blogger Cooking in college can be a hassle. If you live in a dorm, you have to go to the front desk and ask to borrow pots and pans or ask one of your neighbors for theirs. Then you have to go to the community kitchen, which everyone is always using to make something, so you might not even be able to cook when you want to. All of this can make cooking frustrating and not worth the hassle. But, if you’re lucky enough to have access to a microwave and a micro

Illustration by Ashleigh Bublinec By Madison Kopp, Blogger If you and your friends are bored this summer in Athens, here is a list of places you may have never been to before! Kennedy Museum of Art This museum is located in Lin Hall, which was once the administrative building for the Athens Lunatic Asylum, now known as The Ridges. The Kennedy Museum of Art is the only part of The Ridges that is open to the public. The museum showcases exhibits such as jewelry, weavings and

By Grace Dearing, Web Editor Strouds Run State Park View this post on Instagram A post shared by Visit Athens Ohio (@athensohio) College Green View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ohio University (@ohio.university) Hock Hocking Adena Bikeway View this post on Instagram A post shared by OHIO BSO (@ohiobso) Emeriti Park View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ohio University (@o

By Madison Kopp, Blogger College means two things: no parents and no one telling you to clean your room … until your dirty clothes start to pile up and your roommate starts subtly suggesting that you do your laundry. Doing your own laundry may be challenging at first, but it is easier than you may think. Laundry symbols on clothing labels may seem confusing, but they are important for correctly washing and drying as well as bleaching or ironing. Here are a few common symbols

By Emily Squance, Blogger In honor of National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day on March 29, there are many ways to support the family-owned small businesses in your community. If you’re in Athens, Ohio, there may be a lot more small businesses in your area than you may think! Here are 6 small businesses you should check out in Ohio University’s college town. Jackie O’s Pub & Brewery Located at 22 West Union Street, Jackie O’s is the place to go if you’re new to Athens. The

By Emily Squance, Blogger COVID-19 has forced everyone to create a new sense of normal. Many businesses, colleges and even high schools have been forced to transition to learning and teaching online. Due to this, there aren’t many chances for students and staff to relax and catch a break. Ohio University has implemented “wellness breaks” but unfortunately spring break was still canceled. However, there are many ways you can bring spring break to you! Here are my top 6 ways t

Illustration by Olivia Dutkewych By Hannah Barrett, Blogger This past year has evoked countless changes to life as it was known before the pandemic. Along with many other firsts that have occurred this year, this will be the first year some college students at universities around the country will not be given a spring break. Spring break has not only been a chance for students in the past to plan an exciting trip and soak up the sun on a spontaneous getaway but has also aide

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 Molly Stefl, Writer Often, college is the perfect time for people to explore new fashion trends and experiment with their style. Whether they found their style long ago, just discovered it, or are still figuring it out, the college students’ fashion choices are often very diverse and fashion-forward. These selected students shared their sense of style, inspiration and some of their favorite outfits. Name: Emme Bowe School: Ohio University in Ohio Major: Journalism Stra

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By Sam Damico, Blogger College is an exciting time in a person’s life. Being able to decorate your space is an awesome way to express...

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By Grace Dearing, Web Editor As Ohio University students prepare for the start of classes on Monday, and the days of summer slowly come...

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By Madison Kopp, Blogger Sexual assault is a difficult, but important topic to learn about. It is especially important to understand this...