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Monday, November 30, 2009
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March 5, 2010
Allen Center committed to student success
Since the Allen Student Help Center opened its doors in the Baker University Center in January 2007, students have had access to a variety of academic support programs that help them reach their full scholastic potential.
 
March 1, 2010
University teams with CDC and health departments to study meningitis
University teams with CDC and health departments to study meningitis
 
February 18, 2010
University mourns student death
The Ohio University community is mourning the loss of Andrea Robinson, who passed away at a Columbus hospital Wednesday of complications from bacterial meningitis. A Cleveland Heights native, Robinson, 18, was a freshman in University College.
 
February 16, 2010
Student hospitalized with probable bacterial meningitis
An Ohio University student is under observation for a probable case of bacterial meningitis. Her family has given permission to share her name with the university community in order for students, faculty and staff to make the best decision about preventative care. At this time, first-year student Andrea Robinson, resident of Wray House, has been admitted to a hospital in Columbus.
 
February 15, 2010
Bela Fleck to perform new 'Africa Project' at Ohio University
Grammy Award-winning banjo player Béla Fleck will perform at Ohio University at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 18, at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.
 
February 12, 2010
Students bond with brothers and sisters
One of Ohio University's most popular family weekends starts this Friday, as big and little brothers and sisters travel to Athens for Sibs Weekend Feb. 19-21.
 
February 8, 2010
Student believed to have bacterial meningitis
An Ohio University sophomore is under observation for a probable case of bacterial meningitis. The male student, who lives in Bromley Hall, was admitted yesterday to a medical facility in Columbus.
 
February 1, 2010
Ohio University parents visit Athens
Ohio University students welcome mom and dads this weekend for the second Parents Weekend of the 2009-10 school year, Feb. 5-7.
 
January 27, 2010
Roller Skate Night at Baker a grooving success
University Communications and Marketing Intern Lauren Bee shares her first-person account of the night the Baker University Center Ballroom was transformed into a roller-skating rink.
 
January 26, 2010
University to host Winter Career and Internship Fair
The Office of Career Services hosts its annual Winter Career and Internship Fair on Feb. 2 in the Baker University Center Ballroom from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
 
January 20, 2010
Dads come to campus
This weekend, Ohio University students will participate in a campus tradition that has been celebrated for decades -- Dads Weekend. Dads are invited to campus to bond with their students and to take part in the activities the university has planned.
 
Ohio University welcomes Broadway musical "The Drowsy Chaperone"
The most celebrated musical of the 2006 Broadway season, "The Drowsy Chaperone," a completely original musical comedy, is coming to Athens at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 20, as part of the 2009-10 Performing Arts Series.
 
January 14, 2010
Event Services' annual event expands scope
Planning a campus event will soon be easier than ever at Ohio University, thanks to a fresh twist in Event Services' annual showcase event. The Event Expo (formerly known as the On Campus Services Resource Fair), which takes place Jan. 21 from noon to 4 p.m. in Baker University Center's Grand Ballroom, expects to draw more than 20 vendors and up to 200 attendees.
 
Residence Challenge kicks off Jan. 18
Ohio University's flagship energy conservation competition -- Residence Challenge 2010 -- will take place Jan. 18 through March 7. In its 10th year, the annual intra-university competition pits university residence halls against one another in a race to reduce electricity consumption.
 
January 11, 2010
Hudson renovations complete
Hudson Health Center underwent renovations over the winter break to make it more efficient. Paint was applied, new examination tables were brought in and the use of space was reexamined. The goal? To decrease patient waits and increase satisfaction.
 
New leadership series for students starts Wednesday
The Amanda J. Cunningham Leadership Center will offer of a new leadership opportunity for all Ohio University students called the 21st Century Leadership Series beginning Wednesday.
 
November 12, 2009
Federal grant to allow the hire of full-time survivor advocate
Survivors of sexual assault at Ohio University will soon have a professional advocate and additional sexual assault education and support services at their disposal thanks to a three-year, $300,000 U.S. Department of Justice grant recently issued to the university.
 
November 2, 2009
Local artist to host campus reception on Friday
Athens-area artist Mamerto Tindongan will host a campus reception for his exhibit "Wood Shaping Me" from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 6, in the Baker University Center Multicultural Center Art Gallery. The free exhibit will run through Nov. 20.
 
October 26, 2009
University ready for Halloween weekend
Safety continues to be the priority for Ohio University staff members, volunteers and police officers who participate in Halloween weekend activities in Athens.
 
October 19, 2009
Students welcome Mom and Dad
The fall color and beauty of Emeriti Park await visitors for the school year's first Parents Weekend. Running Oct. 23-25, the weekend is jam-packed with fun and new activities to engage both students and their parents.
 
October 7, 2009
Time to come home
Ohio University Homecoming is almost here and so are the alumni and sporting events that go along with this exciting, busy weekend. The Marching 110 is again getting ready for a full slate of performances during Homecoming weekend, Oct. 16 through 18.
 
October 5, 2009
Fair brings students face-to-face with opportunity
Career Services will be holding the annual Fall Career and Internship Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 6, in the Baker University Center Ballroom. Representatives from AT&T, Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, and the Ohio Department of Transportation are only a few of the 73 employers participating.
 
October 1, 2009
Connecting students with careers [video]
The Office of Career Services hosts its annual Fall Career Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 6, providing an opportunity for students to find internships and jobs. But that's just one service Career Services provides for students and alumni.
 
September 30, 2009
Greeks taking H1N1 precautions
With the H1N1 Influenza A virus becoming a growing concern on college campuses across the nation, Greek organizations are taking extra precautions to prevent the type of outbreak that has temporarily closed several universities across the nation.
 
September 23, 2009
New sexual assault guidelines in place
Last spring, Ohio University adopted new sexual assault sanctioning guidelines and a newly formed campus coalition is now working to effectively communicate the guidelines to students. During the summer, Dean of Students Ryan Lombardi formed the Relationship and Sexual Violence Coalition to educate the campus community about the new guidelines and the sanctions they carry.
 
 
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