Category Archives: Blog Features

If you’re the first one in your family to go to college, you’re what’s considered a “first generation student.” It’s a special designation that some students might think implies disadvantages, but that’s not necessarily the case. Most colleges recognize, however, that first generation students may not have had the mentorship and guidance that students …

The Athens Ohio Race for a Reason 2020 is set for April 25 at Ohio University, S. Shafer St., starting at 7 a.m. The event features a triathlon, duathlon, a 5K run, a 3K walk and a mud run. Select a charity, a cause or non-profit organization that you care about and set a …

The so-called “typical” college student is changing, as more and more students must work, in order to help offset the costs of their education. Some estimates put the number of working students at 80 percent. While most of those students are working part time, the need to work creates some challenges in getting the …

Most days, you’ll find the lion’s share of activities at the OU Convocation Center trending toward basketball and volleyball. That’s set to change on April 9 when the athletes take a step back and let other types of endeavor come to the fore. Look out for art installations, the results of scientific studies and …

You’re probably painfully aware how much it’s costing your parents (and maybe you) to be in college. So an opportunity to take advantage of discounts can be a breath of fresh air. Fortunately, a lot of discounts are available to you that won’t be once you graduate and no longer enjoy student status. Students …

The Take Back the Night march, planned for Thursday, April 2, at 6 p.m., is an annual event that encourages everyone to participate in taking back the night from sexual and domestic violence. The Athens First United Methodist Church will be the gathering place. The route will proceed along accessible sidewalks. Golf carts will …

You’re probably too young as an OU student to be worrying about old age, but if you’re planning a career in the healthcare field, you might want to look into gerontology as a specialization. After all, it’s going to take a while to age out all those boomers, so you’ll likely have job security …

To get a meal plan – or not? Ohio University offers a huge range of options for meal plans and venues – so many, in fact, it’s hard to imagine most students wouldn’t forgo the inconvenience of cooking for themselves. OU students on a meal plan can find diverse fare on campus –everything from …

If Greta Thunberg made you feel guilty enough to want to change your ways and save energy more than you’ve been doing, we’ve got some tips that can help assuage your conscience while lowering your energy bills. Put a sweater on. Likely your parents told you at home, if you’re too cold, then you …

New York City’s brassy and funky Lucky Chops will perform March 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Baker University Center at OU. Currently on a tour of the U.S. and Canada, Lucky Chops’ music will have you hopping in the aisles. The concert is sponsored by the Ohio University Performing Arts Series, Campus Involvement Center …