Tuesday, December 11, 2012 December 2004 Archives Dec 1, 2004 Coal production, the environment subject of research symposium Environmental researchers and government officials assembled at Ohio University last week to share ideas about coal production and the environment - two topics close to the hearts of many Southeast Ohio residents. Full Story...   High school history buffs compete for scholarships Approximately 115 high-school students from around the state will be on campus Thursday, Dec. 2, to participate in the final round of Ohio University's 58th annual American History contest. Full Story...   Loreen Giese recognized for innovative teaching Associate professor of English Loreen Giese is recognized in Ohio Magazine's December issue, which applauds the efforts of educators both in and out of the classroom. Full Story...   Provost search committee formed Ohio University President Roderick McDavis has commissioned a 22-member search and screening committee to assist the university with hiring a provost. Full Story...   Student wins mtvU's 'Best Film on Campus' contest Spencer Houck says he has fellow creative students to thank for his recent mtvU "Best Film on Campus" contest win for his short film "Detonate." Full Story...   Dec 6, 2004 New scholarship honors Everett Rogers The Everett M. Rogers Scholar Award has been established at Ohio University to honor Everett M. Rogers, a stalwart in the communication discipline who is best known for his "Diffusion of Innovations" theory. Rogers passed away Oct. 21, 2004. Full Story...   Dec 14, 2004 Voinovich Center watershed research team awarded EPA grant An interdisciplinary team of Ohio University researchers working on improving watershed quality have recently been awarded an $869,000 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant to help further their research on water safety. Full Story...   Dec 15, 2004 Engineering professor tests skill on 'Jeopardy!' "What is Associate Professor of Industrial and Systems Engineering Dale Masel?" That would be the answer to a "Jeopardy!" question about the Ohio University professor who has participated in two national TV game shows. Full Story...   University's Lancaster Campus hires new dean Ohio University Vice President for Regional Higher Education Charles Bird announced the appointment of MaryAnn Janosik to dean of the Ohio University Lancaster Campus. She will assume the dean's duties from interim Dean John Furlow on Feb. 1. Full Story...   Dec 17, 2004 Trustees hear report on comprehensive strategic plan for Ohio University Interim Provost Kathy Krendl reported on the Presidential Task Force on the Future of Ohio University during the university's Board of Trustees' meeting today. Full Story...   Dec 20, 2004 Ohio University to close Dec. 23-24 Ohio University will be closed Thursday, Dec. 23, and Friday, Dec. 24 in observance of the national Christmas Day holiday. Full Story...   Dec 28, 2004 Ohio University to close Dec. 31 Ohio University will be closed Friday, Dec. 31, in observance of the national New Years Day holiday. Full Story...   Dec 29, 2004 Coal Research Center incident report released The comprehensive and independent review of the events resulting in the Aug. 23 incident at the Ohio Coal Research Center (OCRC) has been distributed and Ohio University continues to implement recommendations for the improvement of research policy and procedures. Full Story... November 2004 Archives Nov 1, 2004 Chief architect of GPS to speak at Ohio University Dr. Brad Parkinson's free lecture, "The Origins, Status and Future of GPS," part of the Stocker Lecture Series sponsored by the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology and the Robe Leadership Institute, will discuss the history and role of the technology. Full Story...   Scripps senior sits down with Kerry Living out most young reporters' dreams, Nick Juliano, a senior journalism major, recently spoke with presidential candidate Sen. John Kerry during his visit to southern Ohio on Sat., Oct. 16. According to an Oct. 8 article in The Cincinnati Enquirer, Juliano "may be the only student journalist in the country to get an interview with either presidential candidate." Full Story...   The Ohio University School of Theater presents 'Arms and the Man' by George Bernard Shaw The Ohio University School of Theater is proud to announce the second production of its 2004-2005 season; George Bernard Shaw?s classic satirical comedy "Arms and the Man." Full Story...   Nov 2, 2004 First things first: The challenges of freedom To help students navigate between personal freedom and their new responsibilities, the university encourages first-year students to enroll in "The University Experience," part of the institution's extended orientation program. This is the third story in a series about the first-year experience. Full Story...   OUZ/Muskingum Family Y form partnership Ohio University Zanesville and the Muskingum Family Y announce the formation of a fitness partnership and the addition of Erin Gruesbeck as a shared Health and Wellness Coordinator between the two facilities. Full Story...   Ohio men's water polo to host championship tournament The Ohio Men's Water Polo Club will be hosting its conference championship tournament Nov. 6 to 7. Full Story...   Nov 3, 2004 Clark and Ubbing named to Lancaster Coordinating Council Mina Ubbing and Robert "Bob" Clark were appointed to the Ohio University Lancaster Campus Coordinating Council and recently attended their first meeting as members. Full Story...   Engineering and technology research fair The community is invited to the annual fall research fair of the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology at Ohio University, Saturday, Nov. 6, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Walter Hall on the Athens campus. Full Story...   Variety is the Soup du Jour at OUZ's International Day On Thursday, Oct. 28th, Ohio University Zanesville celebrated its annual International Day with a variety of soups from around the world. Full Story...   Nov 4, 2004 Filming the future Film students Spencer Houck and Devin Doyle are semi-finalists in MTV's 'Best Film on Campus' competition. Cast your vote now. Full Story...   Interim assistant provost for teaching, learning and technology named Ann Kovalchick, Ph.D., has been named interim assistant provost for teaching, learning and technology, effective Nov. 1, for a one-year appointment. Full Story...   Joan Herrold Wood receives John C. Baker Founder's Award On Friday, Nov. 5, The Ohio University Foundation bestowed its greatest honor upon alumna Joan Herrold Wood, the John C. Baker Founder's Award. The award recognizes individuals who have provided exemplary service to the Foundation. Full Story...   Student investors outperform the market Ohio University business students are giving professionals a run for their money, with their results exceeding the industry standard for investments. Full Story...   University remembers longtime benefactor, alumnus, friend Dr. Fritz J. Russ, alumnus, longtime benefactor and treasured friend of Ohio University and the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 3. He was 84. His innovation, vision and technical expertise spanned an engineering career of more than 55 years and many engineering firsts. Full Story...   Nov 8, 2004 Raymond Tymas-Jones appointed to Ohio Arts Council Governor Bob Taft has announced the appointment of Dean of the College of Fine Arts Raymond Tymas-Jones to the Ohio Arts Council Board. His term will end July 1, 2009. Full Story...   Nov 9, 2004 Emeriti Park gazebo dedication set for Nov. 13 Ohio University and sorority Chi Omega will dedicate the newly constructed north overlook addition at Emeriti Park at 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 13. Full Story...   Ohio University to close Nov. 11 Ohio University will be closed Thursday, Nov. 11, in observance of the national Veterans Day holiday. Full Story...   Word on the Street - achieving goals Word on the Street is a semi-regular video feature that asks Ohio University students their opinions on topics affecting them. In this installment, Nikki Brown wants to know how Ohio University is helping students achieve their professional goals.<BR> Full Story...   Nov 10, 2004 Asian Actor and scholar visits Ohio University-Zanesville Mano Maniam, actor and scholar who lives in Malaysia, recently visited Ohio University-Zanesville. Full Story...   HCOP hosts science and health careers fair The Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) at Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine will sponsor "Health-Care Professions and the Cycle of Life" on Saturday, Nov. 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Grover Center. Full Story...   Hieber Trust to benefit Ohio University Urban Scholars Program More than $500,000 from the William O. and Margaret T. Hieber Loving ® Trust will support Ohio University's Urban Scholars Program, which will enhance diversity at the university by providing need-based scholarships for students from urban centers. Full Story...   Ohio University selects 10 peer institutions Ohio University President Roderick McDavis announced today that his administration has identified 10 peer institutions that will be used as benchmarks as the university maps its long-term future. Full Story...   President creates task force to plan future President Roderick McDavis has commissioned a task force charged with helping map the future for Ohio University. Full Story...   Nov 12, 2004 No debate about it The Ohio University Forensics Speech and Debate team takes time and dedication, but for the students involved in the program, the work is worth it. Full Story...   Nov 15, 2004 Bachelor's in industrial technology option at Ohio University-Zanesville Ohio University-Zanesville is now offering a bachelor's in industrial technology degree. Full Story...   Emeriti Park north overlook dedicated in honor of Ruth Ann Robinson Picard Ohio University and sorority Chi Omega dedicated the new north overlook addition at Emeriti Park on Nov. 13 in a morning ceremony. Full Story...   Nov 16, 2004 Former CIA Director James Woolsey to keynote 2005 Baker Peace Conference Former Central Intelligence Agency Director R. James Woolsey will be the keynote speaker for Ohio University's 2005 Baker Peace Conference April 21-22. Full Story...   Nov 17, 2004 Luggage needed for children in foster care The Center for Community Service (CCS) is currently asking students to look in their sheds, basements, cellars and attics over winter break for old suitcases, luggage or backpacks to donate to the second annual Love Luggage Project. Full Story...   Nov 18, 2004 AMVETS money funds undergraduate diabetes research AMVETS (American Veterans) has awarded Goll-Ohio Eminent Scholar John Kopchick and his students $15,000 to continue their diabetes research. Full Story...   Nov 19, 2004 Gaming technology moves into Appalachia The School of Telecommunications and the College of Communication have partnered with the Information Technology Alliance of Appalachian Ohio and the Athens Chamber of Commerce to develop interactive digital technology in the region. Full Story...   Nov 22, 2004 Air quality and coal research symposium to be held Dec. 2-3 Advances in air quality and clean coal science by Ohio researchers will be highlighted during the Ohio Air Quality and Coal Research Symposium, Dec. 2-3 at Ohio University's Walter Hall. Full Story...   Diversify your diet Located in Jefferson Dining Hall, Odyssey Café offers a wide variety of Greek food for an ethnic alternative to the regular menu and is the University's newest addition to the diverse array of food available on campus. Full Story...   Ohio University to close Nov. 25-26 Ohio University will be closed Thursday, Nov. 25-26, in observance of the national Thanksgiving Day holiday. Full Story...   Ohio University-Zanesville to host US DOL and EEOC seminar Human Resource professionals and business owners are invited to attend the U.S. Department of Labor and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission seminar at Ohio University-Zanesville on Dec. 7 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Full Story...   Nov 24, 2004 University announces football coach search and screening committee Ohio University President Roderick J. McDavis has appointed a campus-wide committee to spearhead the search for the university's next head football coach. Full Story...   Nov 30, 2004 Professor to appear in History Channel program Ohio University Associate Professor of History Norman Goda is among the individuals interviewed for the program "Hitler's Lost Plan," which will be broadcast by The History Channel at 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2. Full Story... October 2004 Archives Oct 1, 2004 1-800-VOLUNTEER in Athens now online The Center for Community Service at Ohio University has unveiled a new Web-based resource to support volunteer recruitment for Athens area non-profit organizations: 1-800-VOLUNTEER.org. Full Story...   A Saturday standard Peden Stadium marks diamond anniversary as centerpiece of many Bobcats' fall weekends (reprinted from Ohio Today) Full Story...   Another close contest? Faculty consider the forces that could tip the 2004 presidential race. Full Story...   Dulcimer workshop added to Appalachian Conference Jerry Rockwell, builder of fine handmade mountain dulcimers, will offer a two-day workshop in conjunction with the Women of Appalachia Conference in Zanesville. Full Story...   Election studies Ohio University students and recent graduates are working to persuade Ohioans to vote in the 2004 election. Full Story...   Fall career fair offers students opportunity to meet with potential employers The Fall Career Fair, one of several career fairs scheduled throughout the year, is Wednesday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Convocation Center. Full Story...   Internationally known architect, designer to give public lecture Oct. 4 Thomas Ewing Visiting Professor and internationally known architect and designer Eugene Tsui will give a public lecture about his architectural career on Monday, Oct. 4, at noon in Grover Center, room W115. Full Story...   McDavis designates United Appeal Day United Appeal for Athens County is getting ready once again for its annual giving campaign. In order to jumpstart the effort, Ohio University President Roderick J. McDavis announced today that the Saturday, Oct. 9, football game is designated as United Appeal Day. Full Story...   University student sparks presidential debate The National Residence Hall Election Program, the brain-child of university senior William Tarter, Jr., is a nationwide initiative to encourage political action in the dorms. Full Story...   Oct 4, 2004 Appalachia READS Receives $40,000 Appalachia READS Receives $40,000 <BR>Verizon Literacy Grant<BR> Full Story...   City of Athens, Ohio University take proactive approach to curb incidents associated with Halloween street party A door-to-door information campaign designed to visit with Ohio University students who reside in Athens neighborhoods highlights steps being taken by the City of Athens and the university to meet the challenges of the unacceptable behavior that has surrounded the Athens Halloween Street Party in recent years. This year?s event is scheduled for the weekend of Oct. 30. Full Story...   First American woman to walk in space to speak at Ohio University Dr. Kathy Sullivan, the first American woman to perform a space walk, will address Ohio University faculty and students next Tuesday. Full Story...   Higher education advancement program offered Individuals interested in fund-raising, alumni relations and public communications for colleges and universities may want to check out a new six-month project-based program soon to be launched at Ohio University. Full Story...   Ohio University Unplugged event set for Oct. 7 Ohio University will host elementary students from Athens area public schools for a day of hands-on demonstrations and environmental education. Full Story...   Recycling program receives national recognition RecycleMania, Ohio University's program to encourage efficient use and reuse of materials, was recognized by the National Recycling Coalition (NRC) as the Most Outstanding Recycling Innovation ? Product or Process of 2004. Full Story...   Underground Railroad Center focus of Archives Week talk Nicholas Finke, librarian and archivist at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati, will be the eighth annual Ohio University Archives Week speaker on Wednesday, Oct. 13. Full Story...   Oct 5, 2004 Employees are urged to forego or delay flu vaccines In accordance with the recommendations of the Center for Disease Control (CDC) we are asking Ohio University employees who are not included in a priority group to voluntarily forego their flu shot this year or delay until more vaccine is available. Full Story...   WOUB-TV to receive 2004 Columbus International Film and Video Award The Columbus International Film & Video Festival has announced its 2004 awards. WOUB-TV's Moscow Circus: A Winter's Tale will receive a Bronze Plaque in the Performing Arts category. Full Story...   Oct 6, 2004 A mother's perspective: Judy Shepard discusses lessons from her son's life Judy Shepard, mother of hate-crime victim Matthew Shepard, shared her son's values of dignity and respect to a packed audience at Ohio University's Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium Thursday night. Full Story...   New office aids students living off-campus In an effort to educate students on their rights and responsibilities when living off-campus and to address the concerns students, the community and the university have toward off-campus living, a new office within the Division of Student Affairs has been established. Full Story...   Ya' at'eeh The Kennedy Museum of Art is gathering the stories of those Navajo weavers who created the objects in the Museum's Edwin L. and Ruth E. Kennedy Southwest Native American Collection Full Story...   Oct 7, 2004 Alcohol Awareness creates campus buzz Thanks to a social marketing campaign, "Beyond the Buzz" sponsored by Ohio University's Health Education and Wellness Department, students may rethink their actions before making poor alcohol-related decisions. Full Story...   New student trustee helps to shape University's future Described by peers as dynamic, passionate and generous Aslyne Rodriguez is not your average Ohio University junior. In addition to a full course-load, involvement with multiple student organizations, club softball and working with graduate student services, she adds student issues and campus improvement to the top of her priorities as a new student trustee. Full Story...   Oct 8, 2004 Ohio Senate 20th District debate to air on WOUB-TV WOUB-TV will air an Ohio Senate 20th District Debate on Sunday, Oct. 10 at 8 p.m. Full Story...   Oct 11, 2004 I want my AVW! Students involved in Athens Video Works experience every facet of video production to create music, sports, comedy, talk and game shows that air on WOUB II and a public access channel. Full Story...   Spanish with a twist at Ohio University-Zanesville Jaime Gallardo Allamillo from Toledo, Spain, is assisting Adjunct Associate Professor of Spanish, Karen Brown, with her classes this year. Full Story...   Oct 12, 2004 Kennedy Lecture to feature Juan Williams Journalist Juan Williams will be speaking as part of the Kennedy Lecture Series about his coverage of civil rights Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. in Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. Full Story...   Residential Learning Communities Watch an 'Ohio Extra' segment about Residential Learning Communities, which give first-year students the advantages of a small college atmosphere, while providing the opportunities of Ohio University's large campus culture. Full Story...   Unlocking potential Nikki Brown, a senior public relations major, can look up to Leon Harris, BSC '83 and HON '99, for more than one reason. Full Story...   Oct 13, 2004 President visits Central Ohio to promote Urban Scholars Program President visits Central Ohio to promote Urban Scholars Program Full Story...   The man behind the Oasis menu Charley Moseley says it was just by chance that he became production manager of The Oasis. Full Story...   Oct 14, 2004 Guitar soloist to perform at Ohio University Zanesville Guitar soloist, Robert Gruca, is set to perform in the auditorium of Ohio University Zanesville campus on Thursday, Oct. 21, at noon. Full Story...   Let's move Don't' expect to sit still in Zelma's class (from the fall 2004 edition of Ohio Today). Full Story...   Who put the FAN in 'FANatical'? Every Thursday evening, Bradley Theiss and his five-member crew pile into their 35-foot RV to film footage for their second full-length film production, 'FANatical,' a documentary about America's most fanatical football fans. Full Story...   Oct 15, 2004 Debating diversity on Oct. 20 Debating diversity on Oct. 20 Full Story...   School of Theater presents 'The Laramie Project' "The Laramie Project" will be presented by Ohio University?s School of Theater Oct. 13-16, 20-23 and 27-30 in the Elizabeth Evans Baker Theater, located in Kantner Hall. Full Story...   University forum to discuss First Amendment rights A "Forum on First Amendment Rights" will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, in Ohio University's Margaret Walter Hall room 145. The event is free and open to the public. Full Story...   Oct 19, 2004 Autumn in Athens includes giving With autumn comes the changing color of leaves, cooler temperatures, football games and of course, the annual giving campaign for United Appeal for Athens County. Full Story...   Service-learning workshop to be held Oct. 29 The Russ College of Engineering and Technology, Center for Teaching Excellence and Center for Community Service will present a service-learning workshop for faculty on Friday, Oct. 29, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Human Resource and Training Center, rooms 141/145. Lunch will be provided Full Story...   Oct 20, 2004 A sneak peek Take a behind the scenes look at "The Guatemalan Handshake," a feature film by Todd Rohal, BFA '99, which was shot this summer. To learn more about the film, visit www.ghandshake.com. Full Story...   AMVETS gift funds diabetes research at Ohio University The American Veterans of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam (AMVETS) presented a $15,000 check to Ohio University researcher and Goll-Ohio Eminent Scholar John Kopchick on Wednesday, Oct. 20, at the Konneker Research Laboratory. Full Story...   Community Service Programs makes a difference at Vinton County Health and Safety Fair In conjunction with national Make a Difference Day, Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine s Community Service Programs will travel to Zaleski, Saturday, Oct. 23, to participate in the Vinton County Health and Safety Fair. Full Story...   Homecoming 2004: 200 Years and Still Rocking The Homecoming 2004 theme of "200 Years and Still Rockin" will commemorate and celebrate Ohio University as a hub for emerging musicians and the unique ambience that can only be captured on Ohio's campus. Events will start on Thursday, Oct. 21, and continue through Sunday, Oct. 24. Full Story...   Join the Alumni Association for the 2004 Alumni Awards Gala The Ohio University Alumni Association announces this year's Alumni Awardees to be honored at the Homecoming Alumni Awards Gala on Friday, Oct. 22, at 8 p.m. at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. Full Story...   New Peace Corps recruiter settles into Ohio University Karl Federspiel is the new Peace Corps recruiter for Ohio University Full Story...   Ohio University-Zanesville makes a difference at Dr. Increase Mathews House Ohio University-Zanesville received a grant to perform a community service and restoration project at the Dr. Increase Mathews House and Museum in the historic Putnam District. Full Story...   Ohio University-Zanesville students give a 'Jumpstart' to area preschoolers Ohio University-Zanesville students recently completed training conducted by Colleen Romito, Jumpstart Site Manager. Full Story...   This trip's a cinch Alumnus Steve Newman, known as "The Worldwalker," is headed to Athens for Homecoming. Full Story...   Oct 21, 2004 Sixth annual Communication Career Connection to be held Oct. 25 Ohio University's College of Communication will hold its annual Communication Career Connection (CCC), a career fair designed for students to interact with communication employers for both internships and entry-level employers, from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25, in the Baker University Center Ballroom. Full Story...   University mourns loss of medical school colleagues Two employees of the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine are being remembered as gifted and dedicated educators and administrators in the aftermath of the crash of Corporate Airlines Flight #5966 that claimed their lives on Tuesday evening. Full Story...   Oct 22, 2004 Nominate your favorite professor Students have the unique opportunity to give back to the professors who have made an impact in their college experience. Full Story...   Ohio University Emeriti donate $1,000 to Emeriti Park Endowment The Ohio University Emeriti Association presented The Ohio University Foundation with a $1,000 check to support the Emeriti Park Endowment. Full Story...   Work of Ohio University VisCom students to appear at MPEX Gallery A student photography show featuring the work of Ohio University Visual Communication students will take place at the MPEX Gallery in Columbus from Saturday, Oct. 30 to Friday, Nov. 26, 2004. Full Story...   Oct 25, 2004 City, university emphasize personal, civic responsibility The City of Athens and Ohio University continue to work cooperatively to deliver educational and informational programs that stress civic responsibility in advance of the annual Athens Halloween Street Party the weekend of Saturday, Oct. 30. Full Story...   Take 5 Tuesday encourages taking time for others Take 5 Tuesday is a new event sponsored by the Ohio University Center for Community Service in which one-day volunteer events are mobilized and accomplished in coordination with a community-based organization in need of assistance. The first event is Oct. 26. Full Story...   Oct 26, 2004 Archives series continues with exhibit of Ohio University in 1960s-1970s The Robert E. and Jean R. Mahn Center for Archives & Special Collections in the Ohio University Libraries concludes its series of exhibits on the history of Ohio's first university with an exhibit titled "Range, Revolution, and the River: Ohio University during the Volatile 1960s and 1970s." Full Story...   Dale Tampke promoted to associate vice president Dale Tampke has been promoted to associate vice president for finance and administration at Ohio University. Full Story...   Off-campus students treated, not tricked With Halloween just around the corner, student volunteers have taken a new spin on an old Halloween tradition. Reverse trick-or-treat is an initiative that informs students of their rights and responsibilities associated with living off-campus. Full Story...   Raising awareness, understanding of disabilities Ohio University's Office for Institutional Equity/Disability Services and the Martin Luther King Committee are sponsoring Disability Awareness Day Wednesday, Oct. 27. Full Story...   Third annual Resource Fair set for Thursday Ohio University Business and Residence Services will host the third-annual Resource Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, at Bromley Hall. Full Story...   WOUB Radio Network completes successful membership campaign The WOUB Radio Network successfully completed its annual Fall Radio Membership Campaign, raising nearly $64,000, with the final day bringing in over $11,000 in pledges. Full Story...   Zanesville conference highlights talents of Appalachia Ohio University Zanesville Campus will host the sixth annual Women of Appalachia: Their Heritage and Accomplishments conference celebrating women and the unique culture of Appalachia. Full Story...   Oct 27, 2004 Bluegrass, jazz and blues performers to visit Ohio University-Zanesville The Reel World String Band will perform Thursday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. during the Women of Appalachia Conference. Full Story...   NPR's 'Justice Talking' to feature WOUB radio producer Award-winning WOUB Producer Sandra Sleight-Brennan will have a feature about mountaintop removal as part of the NPR program "Justice Talking: The Future of the Environment." Full Story...   President announces opposition to ballot Issue 2 After significant deliberation, Ohio University President Roderick McDavis has announced his opposition to Issue 2 and the proposed moratorium on development in the Athens community. McDavis cited potential long-lasting negative effects on the economy and quality of life. Full Story...   Oct 28, 2004 Navajo Nation member to speak at the Kennedy Museum Noted Navajo Nation member and cultural anthropologist Wesley K. Thomas will speak at the Kennedy Museum of Art at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 1. Full Story...   Ohio University-Zanesville history student's work published Ohio University-Zanesville student Jane Everett's work was selected to be published by the Muskingum Journal. Full Story...   WOUB Radio & TV to cover presidential race and local election results WOUB News will cover the United States presidential race and local election coverage results on Tuesday, Nov. 2, beginning at 8 p.m. Full Story...   Word on the Street - Election 2004 Word on the Street is a semi-regular video feature that asks Ohio University students their opinions on current topics. In this installment, Kelsey Hall talks to University students about the Nov. 2 election. Full Story...   Oct 29, 2004 Campus memorial service planned for OU-COM employees A memorial service for Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine employees Bridget Wagner and Kathy Gebard will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, in Irvine Hall room 194. Full Story...   Exploring 'History in an Age of Entertainment' A lecture titled "History in an Age of Entertainment" by Professor Kevin Mattson, will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2004, in the 1804 Lounge of Baker University Center. Full Story...   From Laramie to Athens The Ohio University School of Theater perfoms "The Laramie Project." Full Story...   Oct 31, 2004 Ohio University has highest percentage of Fulbright Award Winners Ohio University continues to excel in the area of nationally competitive awards. Ohio University has the highest percentage of Fulbright U.S. Student Program applicants to win awards for the 2004-05 academic year. Full Story...   Retracing Rockwell Kent: A Documentary by Frederick Lewis For more than 10 years, producer/writer Frederick Lewis, a professor in Ohio University's School of Telecommunications, has been assembling a documentary that puts Rockwell Kent's myriad achievements in perspective. Full Story...   Writers Harvest to benefit Southeastern Ohio Food Bank The Creative Writing Program's annual Writers Harvest benefit will take place Wednesday, Nov. 3, at 7:30 p.m. All proceeds from the $3 admission donation will go to the Southeastern Ohio Food Bank's Second Harvest. Full Story... September 2004 Archives Sep 1, 2004 Community welcomes McDavises to Athens Ohio University's new President Roderick McDavis and his wife, Deborah, were officially welcomed to Athens by hundreds of local residents at an Aug. 31 social event at the Athens Community Center. Full Story...   Fall grant writing series offered at Ohio University Community and Professional Programs is sponsoring the popular "Developing Winning Grant Proposals" workshop this fall at three regional campus locations as well as in Athens. Full Story...   Female Appalachian artists invited to participate in art show Female artists from the Appalachian counties in Ohio are invited to submit work to be exhibited at the 5th Annual Women of Appalachia Art Show. Full Story...   Grant secured for Ukraine production program An innovative multimedia production program in Ukraine will become a reality this fall at Ohio University after being one of only four out of 102 proposals focusing on Eurasia (Central and Eastern Europe and Western Asia) approved for funding by the United States State Department Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs. Full Story...   September is National Osteopathic Medicine Month 2004 National Osteopathic Medicine (NOM) Month is celebrated each September to raise awareness about osteopathic medicine and to encourage the American public to live healthier lives. Full Story...   University observes Women's Health Month 2004 The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Prevention Program at the Ohio Department of Health is pleased to be partnering with the Area Health Education Centers to sponsor Women's Health Month 2004 in September throughout the state. Full Story...   Women's Health Month activities 2004 The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Prevention Program at the Ohio Department of Health is pleased to be partnering with the Area Health Education Centers to sponsor Women's Health Month 2004 in September throughout the state. Full Story...   Sep 2, 2004 G. Christine Taylor named Interim Assistant to the President for Diversity at Ohio University G. Christine Taylor, Ph.D., has been named interim assistant to the president for diversity at Ohio University, effective Sept. 7, for a one-year appointment. Taylor is currently the associate vice president for finance and administration at the university. Full Story...   Ohio University appoints William Sams as Interim Associate Provost William F. Sams has been appointed interim associate provost for information technology and chief information officer at Ohio University, effective Sept. 7, Interim Provost Kathy Krendl announced today. Full Story...   President McDavis inauguration to be held Sept. 10 The inauguration of Ohio University's 20th president, Roderick J. McDavis, will take place at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, in Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. The event is open to the public. Full Story...   The Ultimate Homecoming, Part 2 Alumnus Roderick McDavis makes the ultimate return to Athens as he prepares for his inauguration as Ohio University's 20th president on Sept. 10. Full Story...   The Ultimate Homecoming, Part I Alumnus Roderick McDavis returns in president's role. Part I Full Story...   University pursues options for replacing grounded flight training aircraft Ohio University is replacing seven aircraft that were used by students in the Department of Aviation's flight-training program and another utilized by Community Aviation with alternate aircraft. Full Story...   Sep 7, 2004 Deborah McDavis to read at International Literacy Day Jubilee As part of the 39th annual International Literacy Day on Sept. 8, the Appalachia READS Center will host a Jubilee featuring reader Ohio University First Lady Deborah McDavis and others at noon on the West Portico of the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium on the Ohio University campus. Full Story...   Learning Commons has it all In conjunction with the beginning of the new academic year, the second floor of Alden Library reopens today after six months of renovations, and students entering the floor will see a major transformation from a quiet study area to the high-tech Learning Commons. Full Story...   New printing fee implemented Because of an exponential climb in printing volume and costs, the Academic Advancement Center, Alden Library and Computer Services have changed the printing requirements for their computer labs by implementing a fee for pages printed after an initial free quota is used. Full Story...   The Ultimate Homecoming, Part 3 Alumnus Roderick McDavis makes the ultimate return to Athens as he prepares for his inauguration as Ohio University's 20th president on Sept. 10. Full Story...   The Ultimate Homecoming, Part 4 Alumnus Roderick McDavis makes the ultimate return to Athens as he prepares for his inauguration as Ohio University's 20th president on Sept. 10. Meet McDavis the academician. Full Story...   Sep 8, 2004 Renowned cultural economist Tyler Cowen to present two lectures Renowned economist Tyler Cowen will present two lectures on the arts and world economy at Ohio University, Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 13-14. Full Story...   Traditional Pueblo Arts at the Kennedy Museum "Timeless Textiles: Traditional Pueblo Arts 1840-1940" opens at the Kennedy Museum on Sept. 11. The important exhibition highlights the unique weaving and embroidery traditions of the Pueblo people. Full Story...   Sep 9, 2004 Lancaster campus names director of physical plant Edward H. Gamble was recently named director of physical plant at Ohio University Lancaster Campus. Full Story...   Safety system detects residue, prompting university and city response A redundant safety system at the Ohio University Corrosion Center detected small levels of hydrogen sulfide gas during a routine maintenance procedure early Wednesday morning. In response to notification by the university, Athens City units responded, as well. Full Story...   The Ultimate Homecoming, Part 5 Alumnus Roderick McDavis makes the ultimate return to Athens as he prepares for his inauguration as Ohio University's 20th president on Sept. 10. Meet McDavis as he becomes the leader of his alma mater. Full Story...   The Ultimate Homecoming, Part 6 Alumnus Roderick McDavis makes the ultimate return to Athens as he prepares for his inauguration as Ohio University's 20th president on Sept. 10. Learn about McDavis' agenda as he becomes the leader of his alma mater. Full Story...   Sep 10, 2004 A new day A crowd of about 1,100 people watched as Roderick J. McDavis was inaugurated as the 20th president of Ohio University, his alma mater on Sept. 10, 2004. Full Story...   McDavis rings in the dawn of the third century with his inaugural address Roderick McDavis was sworn in as Ohio University's 20th president during inauguration ceremonies today at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. He is only the second alumnus to lead the university, founded in 1804. Full Story...   Ohio University announces Urban Scholars Program Ohio University announced the creation of the Urban Scholars Program at the university's Board of Trustees meeting today. The program is designed to increase the university's diversity by enhancing opportunities for Ohio's urban high school students to enroll and succeed at the university. Full Story...   Sep 14, 2004 Alumni gather in Northeast Ohio Ohio University alumni in the Northeast Ohio region came together to celebrate the University's bicentennial at the Palace Theatre in Cleveland. Full Story...   Free big band concert at Zanesville Campus The Ohio University Zanesville Campus Cultural Committee begins this academic year with a 16-piece big band concert free and open to the public. Full Story...   Ohio University to host workshop on resolving conflict Scholars, educators and activists will gather to search for strategies for resolving conflict in Columbia, Indonesia and Sudan at a workshop entitled "Beyond Violence: Transforming Intractable Conflict" at Ohio University Sept. 17-18. Full Story...   Sep 15, 2004 President McDavis holds first media briefing Ohio University President Roderick J. McDavis held his first media briefing on Wednesday afternoon in Cutler Hall. During the 40-minute session, local media members were able to ask the newly appointed McDavis their questions about the university and its latest happenings. Full Story...   Urban Scholars Program announced in Cleveland A reception and dinner celebrating the inauguration of President Roderick J. McDavis, BSED, '70, and the announcement of the Ohio University Urban Scholars Program was held on Sunday, Sept. 12, in Cleveland. Full Story...   Sep 16, 2004 Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Awards university student $1,000 scholarship Ohio University-Zanesville student Sara Rishel of Zanesville received a $1,000 scholarship from the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation for this academic year. Full Story...   Couple lends helping hand to Florida hurricane victims Ohio University employees Pete and Linda Clark took a huge leap of faith recently when they delivered a large amount of supplies to hurricane victims in hurricane-damaged Florida. Full Story...   Seminar examines remedies for dizziness disorders The fall series of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Geriatric Education Series begins Monday, Sept. 20, with Lisa M. Koch, Ph.D., adjunct faculty member in Ohio University's Hearing Speech and Language Sciences program, presenting "Vestibular Rehabilitation." Full Story...   Sep 17, 2004 Career Services 'open' to student In an effort to bring attention to the many services offered by the university's Office of Career Services, the organization held a diversity open house for students and alumni Wednesday. Full Story...   Education is key goal for sexual assault awareness With school back in session, Ohio University's Health Education and Wellness Department is back in action, teaming up with its student branch, Promoting Ohio Wellness, Education and Responsibility (POWER), to sponsor Sexual Assault Awareness Week, Monday, Sept. 20, through Friday, Sept. 24. Full Story...   Exploring Asian life in Chile A passion for travel and love for different languages led one Ohio University graduate on a path toward studying and teaching abroad. Full Story...   Frontiers in Science to bring prize-winning author Author Laurie Garrett is bringing her knowledge of health and the world to Ohio University's Frontiers in Science Lecture Series Tuesday, Sept. 21, at 8 p.m. at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. The lecture is free and open to the public. Full Story...   Sep 20, 2004 Athens blood drive scheduled for Sept. 29 and 30 Area residents are encouraged to give the gift of life during a blood drive sponsored by Ohio Athletics and Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Community Service Programs. Full Story...   Nigerian Emir speaks at African Leadership Day African Leadership Day on Sept. 24 will feature an interactive workshop from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Bentley Hall, room 233, followed by a keynote address by His Royal Highness A. Bashir Albishir Bukar, emir of Machina, Yobe State, Nigeria. Full Story...   Shelley and Larry Conrath fund one of first Urban Scholars Ohio University alumni and Athens residents Shelley and Larry Conrath are the first local donors to the recently announced Ohio University Urban Scholars Program, which will enhance diversity at the university by providing scholarships for students from urban centers. Full Story...   Sep 21, 2004 2004 Clery Act compliance report now available Ohio University is committed to assisting all members of the university community in providing for their own safety and security. The annual security compliance document is available on the Ohio University Police Department Web site at www.ohiou.edu/police/. Full Story...   First things first For this year's common reading project, incoming freshman were asked to read 'Nickel and Dimed' by Barbara Ehrenreich. This article is the second in a series about the extended orientation for incoming freshman students. Full Story...   Nationally recognized program for building children's health comes to area schools Community Service Programs, a division of Ohio University's College of Osteopathic Medicine (CSP), invites local schools to take part in a program aimed at encouraging school children to develop and maintain healthy lifestyles. Full Story...   Sep 22, 2004 "Girl to Girl" health seminar teaches young women The young women of Athens County are invited to come together for "Girl to Girl: Tips for Growing up Healthy and Strong." Full Story...   'Kettle Bottom' author to present at Appalachian Women's Conference The Appalachian author of the recently released book "Kettle Bottom," Diane Gilliam Fisher, will be a featured speaker at the Women of Appalachia Conference on Oct. 28. Full Story...   Bush expert to give lecture on global climate change Sept. 24 The director of the U.S. Climate Change Technology Program will heat up Ohio University on Friday with a lecture on the Bush administration's scientific and engineering research on global warming. Full Story...   Learning Commons attracts students The newly renovated second floor of Alden Library is impressing students who enter for the first time this quarter and keeps them coming back for more. Full Story...   Lecture series to address challenges, opportunities in education Former U.S. Secretary of Education Richard W. Riley will be the keynote speaker at the fourth annual Education Lecture Series, set to take place at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 6, at the Margaret M. Walter Lecture Hall on the Ohio University campus in Athens. Full Story...   Ohio Bobcats receive $275,000 gift from FutureCom Technologies Inc. The voice of the Ohio University Bobcats, Derek Scott, is now greeting callers to the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics thanks to a gift-in-kind from FutureCom Technologies, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio. Full Story...   University to offer counselor education master's degree winter quarter Beginning January 2005, Ohio University-Zanesville is offering a master's degree in counselor education, with all classes taking place on the Zanesville Campus. Full Story...   Sep 23, 2004 Classified employees to be recognized for service on Friday Ohio University will host the 35th Annual Service Awards Program from noon to 2 p.m., Friday, Sept. 24, in Nelson Commons Courtyard. Full Story...   President McDavis visits Ohio University-Zanesville Roderick J. McDavis will be visiting the Ohio University Zanesville Campus for the first time Thursday, Sept. 30. Full Story...   Sep 24, 2004 Athena Fall 2004 Art Series opens its season The second Athena Fall 2004 Art Series kicked-off its season with two films, "Supersize Me" and "Coffee and Cigarettes." Full Story...   Classified employees honored for their service For the second straight year, the Ohio University annual service awards program was held outside with great success. Full Story...   Sep 27, 2004 College of Arts and Sciences honors alumni and friends Ohio University's College of Arts and Sciences awarded the Distinguished Alumni Award and the Wilfred R. and Ann Lee Konneker Award during a ceremony Friday, Sept. 24. Full Story...   Flood volunteers 'just do it' "It's just what you do" was the response given by Janeece Henes, graduate assistant in the Center for Community Service, when asked why she and other Ohio University volunteers traveled to Amesville this past weekend to spend their time helping flood victims in the area. Full Story...   Russ College names Engineering Ambassadors Some of the brightest stars of the university's Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology were selected to represent their fellow students as engineering ambassadors for the 2004-2005 academic year. Full Story...   Sep 28, 2004 'Debate Watch 2004' gets students and residents engaged in political process Ohio University students and area residents will become actively engaged with the political process by offering their feedback to the first presidential debate during "Debate Watch 2004" at 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, in Nelson Commons. Full Story...   Hubbard Street Dance Chicago aims to electrify Performing Arts stage The 2004-2005 Ohio University Performing Arts Series, sponsored in part by American Express Financial Advisors, is proud to present Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 6 in the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.<BR> Full Story...   Leading space researcher to discuss gravity's effects on the human nervous system A leading space life sciences researcher will lecture Friday at Ohio University on how space flight affects the human brain's guidance and navigation systems. Full Story...   Professorship puts undergraduate research on solid ground On a perfect fall day, senior Pete Schillig isn't out on the College Green enjoying the afternoon. Instead, the geological sciences major is hiking through Belmont County's Dysart Woods as part of an undergraduate research project. Full Story...   Renowned author to speak to the value of personal healing Bernie Siegel, author of "Love, Medicine and Miracles"; "Peace, Love and Healing"; and "How to Live Between Office Visits," will give a public lecture "A prescription for life" at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, in Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. Full Story...   Sep 29, 2004 Collaboration creates important dialogue for understanding, tolerance Several departments and student groups have collaborated to create a campus-wide dialogue for tolerance and understanding during the university's OUTweek, Oct. 4 to Oct. 12. Full Story...   Ohio University enrollment is steady; minority enrollment shows increase An increase in freshman enrollment is helping Ohio University remain relatively steady in its overall student body numbers for the fall quarter of 2004 according to the fourth-week headcount of students. Full Story...   President McDavis announces reorganization Ohio University President Roderick J. McDavis has announced a strategic reorganization that he believes will prove beneficial to Ohio University. Full Story...   Renowned artists, scholars and arts educators among honored Fine Arts alumni On Sept. 30, six notable Ohio University alumni return to campus to receive the honored College of Fine Arts Distinguished Alumni Award. Full Story...   Sep 30, 2004 'Free Man of Color' receives national recognition Ohio University's School of Theater recently received some national recognition. Professor of Theater Charles Smith's 2004 play, "Free Man of Color," was given the John W. Schmid After Dark award for Outstanding New Work. Full Story...   Poet James Harms to read in Galbreath Chapel Poet James Harms will read from his work at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 6, in Galbreath Chapel on the Athens campus of Ohio University. The reading is presented by the Program in Creative Writing of the Department of English and is free and open to the public. Full Story...   School of Accountancy sponsoring Tax CPE Conference The Ohio University School of Accountancy and the Ohio Society of CPAs are sponsoring the third annual 2004 Tax CPE Conference on Friday, Oct. 22, at Nelson Commons on the Ohio University Athens Campus. Full Story...   State Sen. Marc Dann addresses minority students en route to medical school Sen. Marc Dann, D-Youngstown, took a break from the campaign trail and toured Ohio University's College of Osteopathic Medicine Wednesday to learn more about the medical school and how it serves the citizens of Ohio. Full Story...   WOUB-AM Radio introduces new format Starting this month, residents of Athens County have another option for music and entertainment as WOUB 1340 AM unveils a new format. Full Story... August 2004 Archives Aug 4, 2004 The business of ethics College of Business students Brandon Schaedlich, Mary Paltza, Jessica Buckosh, Paul Bilderback and Elise Yinger snatched up the opportunity to not only be the first to represent the university in a national ethics conference but to earn a free trip to Los Angeles, where the ethics conference is held each year. Full Story...   Aug 5, 2004 OU-COM to offer health screenings at the fair On Thursday, Aug. 12, Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Community Service Programs will provide free glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure screenings for adults from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the fairgrounds. Full Story...   Aug 6, 2004 Corrigan named interim VP for finance and administration Larry A. Corrigan has been named interim vice president for finance and administration at Ohio University effective Sept. 1, 2004. He is currently the associate director for finance and treasurer. Full Story...   Aug 9, 2004 University to explore Mill Street Apartments options After an inspection by Ohio University President Roderick McDavis, the Mill Street Apartments complex will remain standing while a cost assessment of its rehabilitation is completed. Full Story...   Aug 10, 2004 WOUB and Ohio University to bring 'Mountain Stage' to Athens On Sunday, Oct. 17, the WOUB Radio Network and the Ohio University Performing Arts Series are proud to present "Mountain Stage" at 7 p.m. in the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. Full Story...   Aug 12, 2004 Kids on Campus: Fun in the Sun The Kids on Campus 2004 summer program is over, but for 6 weeks every summer it offers three kinds of enrichment: Nutrition, recreation and academics. Full Story...   Seminar examines balance and gait instability The summer series of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Geriatric Education Series concludes Monday, Aug. 16, with Sam Simons, a physical therapist at Ohio University Therapy Associates Balance Clinic, presenting "Balance and Gait Instability." Full Story...   WOUB radio program to feature Milo's "This Time Around: Reinventing Community" follows Milo's Whole World Gourmet through its start-up process, from focus group taste testing to demographic research and bottling. The show airs Tuesday, Aug. 17, at 8:30 a.m. on the WOUB Radio Network. Full Story...   Aug 16, 2004 Greg Shepherd named interim dean of Ohio University College of Communication Gregory J. Shepherd, Ph.D., has been named interim dean of the College of Communication at Ohio University, effective Aug. 23, for a one-year appointment. Full Story...   Aug 17, 2004 'Gridiron Glory' returns for sixth season on WOUB-TV WOUB-TV's Emmy Award-winning Gridiron Glory returns for a sixth season on Friday, Aug. 20, at 11:30 p.m. The program will be rebroadcast Saturday mornings at 11:30 throughout the high school football season with comprehensive scores and highlights. Full Story...   Aug 18, 2004 Ohio University Foundation announces 1804 Fund Awards The Ohio University Foundation has awarded $267,355 from the 1804 Fund to 15 new research and educational initiatives -- making the total awards granted since the fund's inception more than $13 million. Full Story...   The gift of music You could say music education major Rick Hicks, 41, has taken the road less traveled, overcoming obstacles along the way. Hicks' determination and discipline have earned him respect from instructors and even a world-renowned trumpet player, who shocked Hicks by giving him a gift to last a lifetime. Full Story...   Aug 20, 2004 Ohio University among top 50 public universities Ohio University is ranked among the top 50 public national universities and the top 100 national universities in the 2005 U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges" edition. Full Story...   Aug 25, 2004 African language institute returns If you walked through the Research and Technology Building this past summer, you might have thought you were on the continent of Africa. Nearly 70 students from across the country came to Ohio University to study African languages as part of the Summer Cooperative African Language Institute (SCALI). Full Story...   Aug 26, 2004 Professor returns from monitoring elections in Venezuela Election monitoring became a family affair for Tom Walker when he recently joined his son Carlos Walker Uribe as an observer for the recent presidential recall election in Venezuela. Full Story...   Rota gives keynote address at UNESCO special session Ohio University's Associate Provost of International Programs Josep Rota helped set the agenda for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization's (UNESCO) work in Latin America at a special session convened in the Dominican Republic in August. Full Story...   Aug 27, 2004 Instructor brings Twi language to life A senior lecturer of linguistics at the University of Ghana, Legon, Kofi Agyekum spent this summer at Ohio University teaching Akan/Twi, the major language of Ghana, at the Summer Cooperative African Language Institute (SCALI). Full Story...   Aug 30, 2004 Gary North reflects on 15 years with the University Vice President for Administration Gary North will retire on Aug. 31 after 15 years of service to Ohio University. The Outlook staff decided to ask North a few parting questions. Full Story...   Aug 31, 2004 Ohio Department of Insurance director to address OU-COM's Class of 2008 On Saturday, Sept. 11, Ann Womer Benjamin, J.D., director of the Ohio Department of Insurance, will deliver the keynote address at Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's annual Convocation Ceremony, which will be held at 11 a.m. in Nelson Commons on the university's Athens campus. Full Story... July 2004 Archives Jul 2, 2004 Scioto County coroner serves Ohio Guard in Iraq OU-COM alumni in the Ohio National Guard are playing a prominent role in providing medical support and care for soldiers and civilians in Iraq. Full Story...   Jul 6, 2004 Ben's Team is top fundraiser for WalkAmerica The 2004 WalkAmerica was held in memory of Ben Hayes, son of Ohio University Assistant Professor of Trombone Chris Hayes and his wife Michele. Ben's Team was the largest team and raised the most money at this year's Athens WalkAmerica. Full Story...   Berger Hospital emergency medicine director doubles as medical commander in Iraq OU-COM alumni in the Ohio National Guard are playing a prominent role in providing medical support and care for soldiers and civilians in Iraq. Full Story...   College of Business receives $1 million gift An Ohio University alumnus recently made an anonymous $1 million commitment to the College of Business as part of the Bicentennial Campaign. The gift will support scholarships for students from Scioto County, the teaching of entrepreneurship and the promotion of economic development in Appalachian Ohio. Full Story...   OPERS informational meeting July 8 Ohio University staff members are invited to two open meetings to learn more about the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and future health care for retirees. Full Story...   Ping Center parking lot closed   South Green parking lots closed July 20-21   Jul 8, 2004 Campus buildings to be painted Several campus buildings will undergo exterior painting betwen July 26 and Sept. 1. Full Story...   Ridges steam project affects West Green The Ridges steam project will require the Gulch are between Wilson and Parks Halls to be closed Full Story...   WOUB-TV program receives CINE Golden Eagle Award WOUB-TV is pleased to announce that "Opening the Door West: The Ohio Company of Associates," a film by WOUB-TV and Shelburne Films, has won a prestigious CINE Golden Eagle Award. Full Story...   Jul 12, 2004 Ohio University women's air race team wins national trophy A two-woman pilot team sponsored by the Ohio University Department of Aviation, part of the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology, took top honors among collegiate teams in the 28th annual cross-country, all-women Air Race Classic, June 23-26. Full Story...   Jul 14, 2004 ORBCRE symposium begins Aug. 18 The Twentieth Annual Scientific Symposium of the Ohio River Basin Consortium for Research and Education (ORBCRE) will be hosted by Ohio University, Aug. 18-20. Full Story...   Ohio University receives Governor's Excellence in Exporting Award Ohio University's Global Learning Community (GLC) received the Governor's Excellence in Exporting Award recently in Columbus. Full Story...   Scheys give $1 million to College of Business Coming in as the final donors to Ohio University's successful Bicentennial Campaign, which concluded June 30, Ralph and Luci Schey, of Gates Mills, Ohio, committed $1 million to the College of Business. Full Story...   Jul 16, 2004 Fulbrighter to tune in to Germany's hip-hop music June graduate and Fulbright grant recipient James Peterson plans to spend his free time tuning in to the German hip-hop scene while living in Hannover, Germany, where he will serve as an English teaching assistant in a secondary school. Full Story...   Jul 19, 2004 Program gives public and nonprofit executives decision-making tools Ohio University's Executive Leadership Institute will present "Leading with Vision, Value and Strategy," a program for public and nonprofit sector executives, Oct. 5-8. Full Story...   Jul 22, 2004 Center for Automatic Identification set to share new technologies The Center for Automatic Identification will host the 18th annual Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) Technical Institute, July 25-30, at the Russ College of Engineering and Technology on the Ohio University campus. Full Story...   Local radio program explores job creation On Tuesday, July 27, This Time Around: Reinventing Community, airing at 8:30 a.m. on the WOUB Radio Network, visits Monroe County to examine how the county combatted rising unemployment. Full Story...   Jul 26, 2004 Guns-N-Hoses blood donation competition on tap The fourth annual Athens County Guns-N-Hoses Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Friday, July 30, in Ohio University's Ping Student Recreation Center. Full Story...   Ohio University's Bicentennial Campaign tops $221 million The books are closed on Ohio University's Bicentennial Campaign - an effort launched in November 2000 with a goal to raise $200 million in celebration of the university's 200th anniversary. Full Story...   Jul 27, 2004 Kathy Krendl named interim provost Kathy A. Krendl, Ph.D., has been named interim provost of Ohio University for a one-year appointment, effective Aug. 9. Full Story...   Ohio University communicates with tenants on East State Street In an effort to address any questions or concerns in the aftermath of the Spencer Building evacuation last Monday, Ohio University has contacted tenants inviting them and their employees to get in touch with the university directly. The letter, outlining the process by which individuals may make their concerns known, was delivered to employers at the Spencer Building on Monday afternoon. Full Story...   Ohio University responds to Research Center incident Following the evacuation of the Spencer Building on East State Street after an incident at the Ohio Coal Research Center, Ohio University will be in direct contact with other tenants to address their concerns and has permanently suspended all research activities and will close the center's operations at that site. Full Story...   Residence hall move-in begins Sept. 2 Beginning at noon on Thursday, Sept. 2, residence halls will open for new Ohio University students. Move-in will continue for new students on Friday, Sept. 3, beginning at 9 a.m. and the residence halls will open for upperclassmen on Saturday, Sept. 4, at 9 a.m. Full Story...   Seminars focus on developing winning grant proposals Community and Professional Programs at Ohio University is again sponsoring the popular, "Developing Winning Grant Proposals" workshop this August in three different locations across the state. Full Story...   Jul 28, 2004 Ohio University and Pepsi recognize student leaders Thirteen undergraduate Ohio University students who have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership in the university community were recently awarded $2,500 Pepsi Ohio University Campus Leadership Scholarships for the 2004-2005 academic year. Full Story...   Ohio University honors student leaders Outstanding student leaders were recognized at Ohio University's 21st Annual Leadership Recognition Reception. The students were honored for a cumulative collegiate record of leadership and service to the university community. Full Story...   Jul 29, 2004 Bobcat says... Ohio University's Precollege Program is the first of a three-part orientation process designed to familiarize incoming students with campus and to address critical issues important to their academic success. Full Story...   Companies awarded $10,000 in business plan competition Two businesses were awarded $10,000 each July 21 when they were judged as having the top plans in the Appalachian Ohio Business Plan Competition, organized by Ohio University's Voinovich Center for Leadership and Public Affairs and its Small Business Development Center. Full Story...   Ohio University professor named Blind Educator of the Year Ohio University faculty member J.W. Smith, an associate professor in the School of Communication Studies, has been named the Blind Educator of the Year by the National Federation of the Blind (NFB). He accepted the award during the recent annual NFB convention in Atlanta, Ga. Full Story...   WOUB radio program visits McConnelsville's Malta Windows 'This Time Around: Reinventing Community,' airing Tuesday, Aug. 3, at 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. on the WOUB Radio Network, visits McConnelsville for the story of Malta Windows. Full Story...   Jul 30, 2004 ACHS and WOUB sponsor Home Movie Day 2004 the Athens County Historical Society and Museum and WOUB-TV are joining forces with film archivists and preservation organizations around the country to sponsor Home Movie Day 2004 at ACHS&M's 65 N. Court Street headquarters from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 14. Full Story... June 2004 Archives Jun 1, 2004 Hallowell named new director of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences Brooke Hallowell, Ph.D., has been named to fill the director's position at Ohio University's School of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences. Full Story...   Joyce named to oversee nursing programs on all campuses The leadership of Ohio University's nursing programs will be consolidated under the guidance of one director with the appointment of Dr. Esperanza V. Joyce as assistant vice president for nursing education and director, School of Nursing. Full Story...   Oracle system continues to grow after first year The technology involved in the way Ohio University functions continues to advance and to grow as the systems used to manage the massive amount of numbers and information entering and exiting the University change with the times. Full Story...   Jun 2, 2004 E.W. Scripps doctoral student wins dissertation award from American Journalism Historians Association For the third time in five years, an Ohio University doctoral student advised by Patrick Washburn, professor of journalism, has won the Margaret A. Blanchard Award, which is given annually by the American Journalism Historians Association for the best dissertation on a historical topic. Full Story...   Jun 3, 2004 Acero gift will advance genomics research at Ohio University Acero Inc., a knowledge discovery software company located in Cleveland, Ohio, has made a gift-in-kind of its Genomics Knowledge Platform (GKP) software, technical support and maintenance valued at $1.275 million to Ohio University's Bicentennial Campaign. Full Story...   Board formally elects Roderick McDavis as 20th president of Ohio University The Ohio University Board of Trustees, in a unanimous vote, formally elected Roderick J. McDavis, Ph.D., as the 20th president of the university during a special meeting of the board today (June 3). Full Story...   Seminar examines pain management problems for the elderly The summer series of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Geriatric Education Series begins Monday, June 7, with Steven Clay, D.O., OU-COM associate professor of geriatric medicine, presenting "Pain Management Problems in Geriatrics." Full Story...   Jun 7, 2004 Academic success honored Ohio University multicultural students and faculty and administrative staff from the College of Health and Human Services, the College of Arts and Sciences and the Center of Excellence for Multicultural Medicine gathered at the Baker University Center State Room Tuesday evening, May 25, to celebrate students? academic success for this past academic year with a dinner and awards presentation. Full Story...   Miss Ohio finds time for it all After a whirlwind of preparation for and competition in the Miss USA pageant in Los Angeles this spring, sophmore Lauren Hall is back in Athens and continuing her obligations as Miss Ohio USA. Full Story...   Jun 8, 2004 Campus to Hold Honors Convocation and Cap and Gown Ceremony A full house of proud family and friends is anticipated for the annual Honors Convocation and Cap and Gown Ceremony on Friday, June 11, at 7 p.m., in the Brasee Hall gymnasium. Full Story...   Christa Johnson memorial service scheduled A memorial tree dedication service will be held for Ohio University student Christa Johnson at 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 9. Full Story...   J. Michael Lawrie's gift funds Education Abroad scholarship at Ohio University J. Michael Lawrie of Ridgefield, Conn., recently committed $250,000 to Ohio University's Bicentennial Campaign to establish the J. Michael Lawrie Global Education Scholarship in the College of Arts & Sciences. Full Story...   Managing Change by Marilyn Moats Kennedy A full house of proud family and "Managing Change: Understanding the Demographics of the Evolving Workplace" is the topic of a special presentation by Marilyn Moats Kennedy at Ohio University Lancaster Campus, Brasee Hall, room 211, Wednesday, June 16, 1:30-4:00p.m. Full Story...   ONCA honors faculty for service The Office of Nationally Competitive Awards (ONCA) held its annual Celebration and Appreciation Lunch on Thursday, May 27 at the Baker University Center Ballroom. Full Story...   Jun 9, 2004 Special Presentations Slated for University's Recognition Ceremony Each year, Ohio University - Zanesville recognizes students graduating with their Master's, Bachelor's or Associate's degree, as well as Dean's and Honors List recipients and students named to Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities. Full Story...   Jun 10, 2004 Ohio University ROTC commander wins national acclaim Lt. Col. Douglas Orr, professor of military science and commander of the Ohio University Army ROTC Battalion, was awarded Professor of Military Science of the Year 2004 for the U.S. Army Cadet Command. Full Story...   Regional Higher Education names 2004 Outstanding Professors Ohio University Zanesville Campus Assistant Professor of Mathematics Pramod Kanwar and Ohio University Lancaster Campus Professor of History Kenneth J. Heineman are the 2004 recipients of the Regional Higher Education (RHE) Outstanding Professor Award. Full Story...   Jun 11, 2004 Four endowed professorships established at College of Business Frances Shoolroy, widow of the late Robert Freeman of LaRue, Ohio, and members of the Freeman family presented the Ohio University College of Business with over $1 million for four endowed named professorships during a June 7 ceremony. Full Story...   Gar W. Rothwell named Distinguished Professor Ohio University President Robert Glidden named Gar W. Rothwell the University's newest Distinguished Professor on Friday, June 11, during the Graduate commencement at the Convocation Center. Full Story...   Glidden announces 2004-05 Presidential Teacher Awards Ohio University President Robert Glidden announced that Professor of Management Information Systems Raymond Frost and Associate Professor of Environmental and Plant Biology Arthur Trese are the recipients of the 2004-05 Presidential Teacher Awards, which include a three-year stipend and the title Presidential Teacher. Full Story...   Ohio University graduate commencement speaker shares pearls of wisdom Associate Professor of Environmental and Plant Biology Morgan Vis shared wisdom she garnered from her own personal experiences with nearly 800 master's and doctoral graduates when she addressed Ohio University's graduate commencement today in the Convocation Center. Full Story...   University to offer counselor education master's degree Beginning in the fall of 2004, Ohio University Zanesville Campus is offering a master's degree in counselor education, with all classes taking place on the Zanesville Campus. Full Story...   Yamada International House to be dedicated June 19 Thanks to a Bicentennial Campaign gift from Japan's Chubu University, Burson House, the building that houses Ohio University's Center for International Studies, has been renovated and expanded. The refurbished building will be dedicated and renamed Yamada International House at a ceremony at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 19. Full Story...   Zanesville hosts 'Highlights - Teaching to Tomorrow' On Friday, June 18, 2004, Ohio University-Zanesville presents Highlights-Teaching to Tomorrow in the Zanesville Campus Center. The one-day conference allows the teachers to become the students, learning how to integrate required content standards into their classrooms while making education fun. Full Story...   Jun 12, 2004 Renowned historian encourages Ohio University graduates to embrace lessons of the past Recognized historian and author David McCullough emphasized the importance of understanding and embracing the lessons of history to understand the present to the more than 3,000 graduates when he addressed Ohio University's undergraduate commencement ceremonies today (June 12). Full Story...   Jun 17, 2004 Coming home: Roderick McDavis Without his education at Ohio University, Roderick McDavis says, he would not have arrived at his newest career opportunity: being selected as the 20th president of his alma mater. Full Story...   Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit the Special Olympics set for June 24-25 The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics will take place on June 24-25. During the run, area law enforcement personnel will carry a Special Olympics torch from Athens to Columbus just in time for the opening ceremonies of the Ohio Special Olympics Summer Games. Full Story...   Local radio program explores community schools Tune in to the WOUB Radio Network Tuesday, June 29, for This Time Around: Reinventing Community at 8:30 a.m., for a visit to local schools in southeastern Ohio. Full Story...   Ohio University Libraries announces awards Julia Zimmerman, Dean of the University Libraries, has announced the 2004 Faculty/Librarian Information Competency (FLIC) grant awardees. Full Story...   Ohio University summer celebration delivers entertainment to the community Ohio University's Summer Celebration offers something for everyone. Planned events include baseball, music, theater, movies, art and education. Full Story...   Richard H. McFarland Avionics Building dedicated Ohio University dedicated the Richard H. McFarland Avionics Building during a ceremony today (June 17) at the Ohio University Airport. The new facility is named for the founder of the Avionics Engineering Center. Full Story...   Summer Sessions, Ohio University have a lot to offer Welcome to Summer Sessions at Ohio University. During two five-week sessions, Ohio University offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in Athens and throughout the region. Full Story...   WOUB-TV programs win regional Emmys Four WOUB-TV programs were nominated to receive Midwestern Regional Emmy Awards from The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS). Full Story...   Jun 18, 2004 Campuswide sprinkler system testing begins June 21 The Life Safety Shop will begin campuswide sprinkler testing on Monday, June 21, 2004. Full Story...   College Gate to close June 22 Ohio University's Main Gate to the College Green (the one across from Baker Center) will be closed June 22 for crews to complete masonry work. Full Story...   Jun 19, 2004 Yamada International House dedicated Thanks to a bicentennial gift from Japan?s Chubu University, the building that houses Ohio University?s Center for International Studies has been renovated and expanded. The refurbished building was dedicated as the "Yamada International House" at a morning ceremony at the house on Saturday, June 19. Full Story...   Jun 20, 2004 A fine reflection Exploring the legacy of Robert Glidden as he retires after 10 years of leadership at Ohio University Full Story...   Jun 22, 2004 A fine reflection part 2 Exploring the legacy of Robert Glidden as he retires after 10 years of leadership at Ohio University Full Story...   Glidden farewell reception is June 25 The Ohio University and Athens communities are cordially invited to join President and Mrs. Robert Glidden at a farewell reception Friday, June 25. Full Story...   Jazz at Noon Everyone is invited to enjoy cool jazz June 30, July 7 and July 28 at noon on the College Green. Full Story...   Jun 23, 2004 A fine reflection part 3 Exploring the legacy of Robert Glidden as he retires after 10 years of leadership at Ohio University Full Story...   University honors life and work of Mary Covert Mary Catherine Covert imprinted her memory and life story on the people she met through the stories she told and the poetry she wrote. She touched the lives of friends, family, professors, and student colleagues while earning her Bachelor's Degree from Ohio University - Zanesville in 1990. At the time, Covert, age 86, was the oldest graduate of a public university in the state of Ohio. Full Story...   Jun 24, 2004 A fine reflection part 4 Exploring the legacy of Robert Glidden as he retires after 10 years of leadership at Ohio University Full Story...   Jun 25, 2004 A fine reflection part 5 Exploring the legacy of Robert Glidden as he retires after 10 years of leadership at Ohio University Full Story...   Athens, University communities bid farewell to President and Mrs. Glidden At farewell receptions held in honor of Ohio University President and Mrs. Robert Glidden, the University and Athens communities offered good wishes to the couple. Full Story...   Bank One Kids on Campus Summer Academy receives $90,000 gift Bank One Foundation has made a $90,000 gift to Ohio University as part of the Bicentennial Campaign to provide major funding for the Bank One Kids on Campus Summer Academy. Full Story...   Charles Stuckey's gift will fund facility at Ohio University Capping off Ohio University's successful Bicentennial Campaign Charles R. Stuckey Jr. and his wife, Marilyn, of Carlisle, Mass., committed $5 million to support the building of a new facility that will provide a learning community for students and faculty in the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering & Technology. Full Story...   Martin Tuck named associate provost for academic affairs Ohio University Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Martin "Marty" Tuck has been named associate provost for academic affairs in the Office of the Provost. He will replace Barbara Reeves, who is retiring this year after 11 years in the office. Full Story...   Nine university students awarded Fulbrights Nine Ohio University students have been awarded Fulbright awards from the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. This is the highest number of students from the university to win grants or fellowships in this prestigious national competition. Full Story...   Ohio University balances cost savings, quality education In balancing the need to continue to offer a quality education with dwindling state support, the Ohio University Board of Trustees today voted to accept the recommendation put forward by university President Robert Glidden at the April 16 board meeting to increase tuition and fees by 9 percent for the 2004-05 academic year. Full Story...   Red Cross Blood Drive at Baker Center Save a life by giving blood June 25 at Baker Center Full Story...   Sports and camp physicals provided at July 19 clinic On Monday, July 19, from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., Community Service Programs at Ohio University's College of Osteopathic Medicine will provide low cost sports and camp physicals for area children. Full Story...   statement on domestic partner benefits Ohio University will offer benefits to same-sex domestic partners, effective July 1, 2004. Full Story...   Jun 28, 2004 A fine reflection part 6 Exploring the legacy of Robert Glidden as he retires after 10 years of leadership at Ohio University Full Story...   Jun 30, 2004 Message from President Glidden Today (June 30) marks the official close of Ohio University's bicentennial celebration, the successful conclusion of our $200 million Bicentennial Campaign, and the end of my tenure as your 19th president. Full Story...   Ohio University to close July 5 Ohio University will be closed Monday, July 5, in observance of the national Independence Day holiday. Full Story... May 2004 Archives May 2, 2004 G. Pritchy Smith speaks about healing racism in America Who will have the courage to heal racism in America? That is the question that G. Pritchy Smith tactfully answered for an audience of more than 150 on Thursday night (May 6) at Bentley Hall. Full Story...   Guster brings infectious, intelligent sound to Ohio University Guster, one of music's best-known secrets and fan favorites, are bringing their unique sound to Ohio University's Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium on Saturday, May 8, at 8 p.m. Full Story...   Ohio robot battles it out with Princeton on new reality show Three students from the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology face off against Princeton University in DIY Network's newest reality series, "Robot Rivals." Full Story...   Something rotten in Newark Farfel Prize winner "Profiting from Public Service" identifies ethical reform issues in New Jersey Full Story...   May 3, 2004 Ohio University Press/Swallow Press present 'Hershey Children's Garden: A Place to Grow' 'Hershey Children's Garden: A Place to Grow' celebrates the beauty, joy, delight, and horticultural and design excellence found within the Hershey Children's Garden at Cleveland Botanical Garden. Full Story...   May 4, 2004 A Literary Feast Authors Steven Millhauser, Mary Robison and Alphonso Lingis, as well as poets Carl Dennis and Sharon Olds will be on Ohio University's Athens campus May 5?7 reading from their work and conducting symposia. Full Story...   Author and professor G. Pritchy Smith to speak G. Pritchy Smith, professor of education at the University of North Florida will speak on May 6 and 7 on the Ohio University campus. Both lectures are free and open to the public. Full Story...   Fritz and Dolores Russ receive prestigious Founders Citation on May 7 Fritz and Dolores Russ, longtime residents of Dayton, Ohio, received a 2003-04 Founders Citation on Friday, May 7 at the Ohio University Russ College of Engineering and Technology 2003-04 awards banquet. Full Story...   Grants workshop to be offered in Cleveland Ohio University is again sponsoring the popular, "Developing Winning Grant Proposals" workshop on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 4p.m. at the Independence Holiday Inn near Cleveland.<BR> Full Story...   Healthy aging is theme of May 6 presentation On Thursday, May 6, Wojtek Chodzko-Zajko will present "Developing a National Strategy for the Promotion of Healthy Aging" as the keynote of the Grover Lecture Series. Full Story...   May 5, 2004 College of Osteopathic Medicine celebrates classified employees Ohio University's College of Osteopathic Medicine depends on every member of its classified staff for everything it does. On April 21, those persons who perform essential day-to-day tasks that can often go unnoticed were honored at Most Valuable Players' Day. Full Story...   Ohio University to celebrate International Week Ohio University's International Week on May 9-15 will focus on the theme "International Reunion" to illuminate the fact that it coincides with Ohio University's first-ever International Alumni and Friends Reunion. Full Story...   South African ambassador to present keynote address Barbara Masekela, South Africa's ambassador to the United States, will be the keynote speaker for this year's International Week, which will be held May 9-15. Full Story...   Student leaders donate to local pediatric unit Leaders often look for ways to make their communities better places to work and raise their families. The students in the LEAD (Leadership Enhancement and Acquisition Development) program at the Ohio University Lancaster Campus and the Pickerington Center are doing just that. Full Story...   University collaborates with NASA for aviation research The Ohio University Department of Aviation in the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology collaborated with NASA as part of a study on cockpit technology at the Fuller Aviation Training Center at Ohio University Airport. Full Story...   May 6, 2004 Alice Gresham Bullock to speak for Brown v. Board commemoration Alice Gresham Bullock, professor of law and former dean of the law school at Howard University in Washington, D.C., will present "The Dream Team: Brown's Lawyers as Social Engineers" at 3:30 p.m., May 10 at Margaret M. Walter Hall, room 135. The lecture is free and open to the public. Full Story...   Two graduate students win Fulbright grants Ohio University graduate students Brett Noel and Ariana Lindquist have won Fulbright grants for the 2004-05 academic year. Full Story...   May 7, 2004 Best-selling business author Kenneth Blanchard to speak Noted author, speaker, business consultant and former Ohio University Management Associate Professor Kenneth Blanchard will present a special lecture, "Leadership in a Fast-Paced World," at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 13 in room 135 of the new Margaret M. Walter Hall at Ohio University. The event is free and open to the public. Full Story...   Library Friends to hold seventh annual Readathon The Friends of the Libraries of Ohio University are sponsoring the 7th annual Readathon on Tuesday and Wednesday, May 11-12. The two-day event will be held at the Howard Park site east of Baker University Center. Full Story...   Ohio University to celebrate 50th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education decision on May 17 University will celebrate the 50-year anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision, Brown v. Board of Education on Monday, May 17. Full Story...   May 10, 2004 Volunteerism is important part of Ohio University experience Volunteerism and community service continue to be strong parts of the college experience for many Ohio University students, as evidenced by a pair of recent activities on campus. Full Story...   May 11, 2004 Ohio Supreme Court Justice visits Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine Ohio Supreme Court Justice Terrence O'Donnell visited Ohio University's College of Osteopathic Medicine recently to learn more about the economic impact of the professional liability issue on access to health care for rural and underserved areas of the state. Full Story...   May 12, 2004 Black alumni are invited to return to Athens for reunion weekend The 2004 Ohio University Bicentennial festivities continue with the upcoming Black Alumni Reunion Weekend! Full Story...   Jazz festival slated at Ohio University-Eastern Jazz will fill the air May 20 when the Ohio University Jazz Percussion Ensemble and the Jazz Ensemble I take the stage at Ohio University Eastern Campus in St. Clairsville. Full Story...   Komen Foundation aids women in Southeastern Ohio for the fourth year For the fourth consecutive year, the Columbus affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation has issued a grant to Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Community Service Programs. Full Story...   University proposes installation of parking meters on campus Transportation and Parking Services at Ohio University is seeking comments from faculty, staff and students in response to a proposed plan to install a number of parking meters throughout campus. Full Story...   May 13, 2004 A Night of Broadway and Movie Musicals at the University An eclectic taste of music comes to Ohio University - Zanesville at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, May 17, in the Elson Hall Auditorium as student Sherri Francis shares "A Night of Broadway and Movie Musicals." Full Story...   Aslanides Participates in University's Community Family Day State Representative Jim Aslanides is scheduled to participate as a special guest reader at Ohio University - Zanesville's Community Family Day, a Jumpstart event to promote family literacy in the community. Full Story...   Dynamic solo and duet performance of Negro spiritual, classical Baroque and Romantic songs Mark your calendars! Renowned performers Raymond Tymas-Jones, tenor and Edward Payne, baritone will perform in an exclusive concert on Friday, May 21 at 8 p.m. at the Recital Hall in Ohio University?s Music Building in Athens. Full Story...   Local radio program explores town's plans for future On Tuesday, May 18, This Time Around: Reinventing Community, airing at 8:30 a.m. on the WOUB Radio Network, visits the town of New Philadelphia and discovers what they are doing there to plan for the town's future. Full Story...   Ohio University flight team lands 10th in nation Ohio University's flight team placed 10th nationwide at the 2004 National Intercollegiate Flying Association's Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (NIFA SAFECON), beating out the U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy. Full Story...   Political leaders need to create public value Mark Weinberg, professor of political science and director of Voinovich Center for Political Leadership and Political Affairs, will be speaking May 18, and his topic is "why political leaders need to create public value." Full Story...   Seminar examines grief and bereavement The spring series of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Geriatric Education Series concludes Monday, May 17, with Ann Rathbun, Ph.D., Ohio University associate professor of health sciences, presenting "Grief and Bereavement." Full Story...   University holds tenth annual Institute for HR Professionals An upcoming event at Ohio University - Zanesville will provide networking opportunities along with insight into current human resource (HR) issues. Full Story...   May 14, 2004 Kennedy Museum recognizes Athens Middle School eighth graders A public reception will be held at the Kennedy Museum of Art, on May 20, 6:30-8 p.m., acknowledging the work of Athens Middle School eighth graders, English teacher Betsy Anderson and Kennedy Museum 2004 Poet-in-Residence Wendy McVicker. Full Story...   May 15, 2004 Ohio University dedicates Bicentennial Park Ohio University dedicated Bicentennial Park during a ceremony today (May 15). Located at the corner of Richland Avenue and South Green Drive, the park promises to be one of the most memorable and long-lasting achievements of Ohio University's bicentennial year celebration. Full Story...   May 17, 2004 Community and Campus Day and Berry Hotel commemoration May 22-23 Ohio University's Black Alumni Weekend, May 21-23, is stacked with activities, as hundreds of black alumni will be treated to a smorgasbord of educational and cultural activities. Full Story...   May 18, 2004 Ohio University exceeds $200 million campaign goal Benefiting from staunch local support and an impressive commitment from faculty and staff, Ohio University announced the achievement of its Bicentennial Campaign by exceeding its goal, raising $202.3 million in gift commitments during a celebration and ceremony today (May 18) at the rotunda of Walter Hall. Full Story...   WOUB Radio recognized for documentary series by Ohio Educational Telecommunications The Ohio Educational Telecommunications (OET) Network Commission recently recognized WOUB Radio with two awards in honor of the series This Time Around: Reinventing Community. Full Story...   May 19, 2004 College of Education hosts annual recognition luncheon The Ohio University College of Education will present a total of 19 awards and scholarships to more than 25 outstanding students and staff at its annual recognition luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. on Monday, May 24, in the Elizabeth Baker Room of the Baker University Center. Full Story...   Luginbuhl memorial scheduled The 1st Kyle P. Luginbuhl Memorial Golf Scramble, Hog Roast and Auction will held on Saturday, June 26, at Golf at Sugar Creek, Lima, Ohio. Proceeds from the event will benefit a scholarship fund that will annually support a Bluffton or area high school or college student interested in traveling abroad as an exchange student. Full Story...   Ohio University announces first Brown v. Board of Education Diversity Award winners Ohio University's Brown v. Board of Education Commemoration Committee announced the winners of the inaugural Diversity Awards on May 17, the 50th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's landmark decision. Ohio University President Robert Glidden presented the awards to the recipient. Dean of Honors Tutorial College Ann Fidler hosted the ceremony. Full Story...   May 20, 2004 Initial Gates Foundation-Ross County Scholar's Fund recipients announced Thanks in large part to a boost from Chillicothe native Larry A. Gates and his wife, Mary, 10 Ross County students will find it easier to pursue their dreams of a college education next fall. Full Story...   Local radio program to host call-in program May 25 Tune in to WOUB on Tuesday, May 25, at 7 p.m. as citizens from throughout the listening region give their views about technology's role in Appalachian Ohio. Full Story...   Outstanding administrators honored Ohio University recognized some of its best administrators on Thursday, May 20, when three Ohio University employees were presented with 2003-04 Outstanding Administrator Awards at an afternoon ceremony at the Baker University Center Ballroom. Full Story...   Together again for the first time Black Alumni Reunion Weekend is not only bringing together alumni stretching as far back as 1964, but it's also bringing together two formidable talents - Raymond Tymas-Jones, tenor, and Edward Payne, baritone. Full Story...   May 21, 2004 Cervical cancer videoconference to air May 26 On Wednesday, May 26, the Ohio Breast and Cervical Cancer Coalition will be presenting a free video teleconference for health-care professionals on the importance of early detection in the treatment of cervical cancer. Full Story...   May 24, 2004 In the Spotlight: Retracing Lewis and Clark As he sheds his 19th-century skin, Private Proctor ? or, as he is known on the Athens campus, Ohio University junior Brian Dearing ? announces, with complete sincerity, that he is fully prepared to march two miles, wearing the entire ensemble, in the middle of the July heat. Full Story...   Voinovich Center alumni and students gather in Columbus More than 150 Ohio University graduates and friends were on hand as Ohio University President Robert Glidden received three standing ovations during a special recognition ceremony held in his honor at the 21st Annual State Government Alumni Luncheon May 12 in Columbus, Ohio. Full Story...   May 25, 2004 College of Osteopathic Medicine graduates Silver Class On Saturday, June 5, at 10 a.m., the members of OU-COM's Class of 2004, its 25th graduating class, will receive doctor of osteopathic medicine degrees. Full Story...   Ohio University Foundation announces Baker Fund Awards The Ohio University Foundation has awarded $60,945 from the John C. Baker Fund to support the research, scholarship and creative activity of seven faculty members. Projects receiving awards during the 2004 funding cycle range from shedding light on how stream erosion is achieved on resistant bedrock to producing a documentary on the successes and challenges of the Passion Works Studio in Athens, Ohio. Full Story...   Ohio University professor of geological sciences elected to fellowship in Geological Society of America Ohio University Professor of Geological Sciences Elizabeth Gierlowski-Kordesch has been elected as a Fellow in the Geological Society of America (GSA). Gierlowski-Kordesch was elected in recognition of her significant contributions to the science of geology and the geologic community. Full Story...   Putting a spotlight on student research and creative activity The University's annual Student Research and Creative Activity Fair, to be held May 27, will spotlight more than 55 undergraduate, graduate and medical students who are involved in original projects ranging in subject from the sciences and engineering to the arts and the humanities. Full Story...   Theater presents the 2004 Seabury Quinn, Jr., Playwrights' Festival The Seabury Quinn, Jr., Playwrights' Festival presents the works of first, second and third year students in the Ohio University Professional Playwriting Program. The festival runs May 26-29 in the Forum Theater. Full Story...   Weather moves bicentennial celebration to Convo Due to the possiblity of rain, the Athens area community celebration of Ohio University's Bicentennial scheduled for June 4 has been moved from the grounds of The Ridges to the Ohio University Convocation Center. Full Story...   Winter Intersession course proposals requested Ohio University Without Boundaries is accepting course proposals for the Winter Intersession 2004. This teaching opportunity during winter break, Nov. 29 to Dec. 17, offers courses in a compressed format and may meet one, two or three weeks during this time period. Full Story...   May 26, 2004 A bigger and better Community and Campus Day honors Francine Childs In its third year, Community and Campus Day featured a tribute to longtime Ohio University Professor of African American Studies Francine Childs. Full Story...   Generations celebrate the past To kick off the Black Alumni Reunion weekend, four generations of Templetons and Frank Hale Jr., great-nephew of Edward C. Berry, joined in celebration of the 175th Anniversary of John Newton Templeton's graduation. Full Story...   May 27, 2004 Ohio University students win Fulbright Grants Ohio University students have once again proven the high level of education received from the university by receiving competitive and prestigious Fulbright Grants. Meghan Roof, Uma Sanghvi and Andrew Carlson have won Fulbright grants for the 2004-05 year, along with recent master's recipient Hilary Jones and senior Diane Cahill. The students will use the grants to study a variety of topics in five different countries. Full Story...   School of Visual Communication names Knight Fellow The School of Visual Communication (VisCom) at Ohio University has selected Annie O'Neill of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to be the Knight Fellow in Newsroom Graphics Management for the 2004-2005 academic year. Full Story...   Timber Run gardening workshops offered If a successful garden has been eluding you, Ohio University Zanesville Campus and Timber Run Gardens can help turn your thumb green. Three non-credit gardening workshops will be offered in June. Full Story...   May 28, 2004 Ohio University to close May 31 Ohio University will be closed Monday, May 31, in observance of the national Memorial Day holiday. Full Story...   Ohio University to close Sept. 6 Ohio University will be closed Monday, Sept. 6, in observance of the national Labor Day holiday. Full Story... April 2004 Archives Apr 2, 2004 Campus climate focus groups schedule During the first two weeks of April, all members of the university community will have an opportunity to participate in focus groups as a follow-up to the Campus Climate Survey, distributed on March 8. Full Story...   Ohio University students honor friends' legacies by creating Five Angels Foundation Ohio University students Bethany Coupland, Melissa Johns and Michele Baker created the Five Angels Foundation to honor and remember their friends Andrea Dennis, Erin DeMarco and Christine Wilson and Ohio State University students Kyle Raulin and Alan Schlessman who fell victim to a horrific house fire in Columbus, Ohio, that resulted in their deaths. Full Story...   Seminar examines legal issues for the aging The spring series of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Geriatric Education Series continues Monday, April 5, with William Walker, J.D., presenting "Legal Issues with Aging." The seminar will be held from noon to 1 p.m. in conference room B-9 at O'Bleness Memorial Hospital. Full Story...   Apr 4, 2004 Time change weekend is largely uneventful Time change weekend, April 3-4, in Athens was uneventful with no arrests related to individuals trying to occupy the street and no disturbance reported. Full Story...   Apr 5, 2004 Chillicothe Campus develops nursing partnership in Circleville Ohio University Chillicothe Campus and Berger Health System are a team when it comes to serving the needs of nursing students. On March 29, the duo announced that its partnership in a two-year associate nursing degree program was taking an important step forward. Full Story...   Grants workshop to be held in Athens on April 24 Ohio University Community and Professional Programs is hosting the popular "Developing Winning Grant Proposals" workshop from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 24 at Grover Center on the Ohio University Athens Campus. Full Story...   In the Spotlight: Thirty-nine years of experience and idealism A talk with Ohio University-Zanesville's first full-time faculty member, Michael Kline, proves that there is something to be said for idealism in teaching. Full Story...   Minor League baseball exec gift will support University's sports administration program Ohio University has been good to Pat O'Conner, Vice President for Administration and Chief Operating Officer for the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues (NAPBL), and his decision to make a gift to the Sport Administration and Facility Management (SAFM) program as part of the Bicentennial Campaign was a "small repayment," according to comments he made on April 1, 2004 at an event to announce the gift. Full Story...   Ohio University to launch inter-religious dialogue project A delegation of 14 Indonesian academics and professionals will visit Ohio University from April 8-15 to focus on conflict management and reconciliation efforts in communities divided along ethnic or religious lines. This program, part of the Center for International Studies' new Inter-Religious Dialogue Project, is the first of four citizen exchanges that will be implemented this year by the center's Southeast Asia Studies program. The project is funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of State. Full Story...   Poet Leslie Miller returns to University, participates in workshop After an overwhelming response to her visit last spring, poet Leslie Adrienne Miller was invited back to the university for an encore performance. This time in addition to a poetry reading, she will also participate in a workshop introducing the topic of ekphrastic poetry. Full Story...   U.S. involvement in global issues main topic for former security adviser Former U.S. National Security Adviser Zbigniew Brzezinski gave the keynote address for the annual Baker Peace Conference, addressing issues regarding the United States' national and global security and foreign policy, as well as the effects and causes of terrorism and conflict in many countries. Full Story...   Apr 6, 2004 'Love Luggage' project recognized for making a difference for area foster children Ohio "Love Luggage," a service project sponsored by Ohio University's Center for Community Service (CCS) and Department of Residence Life, is one of 10 "Make a Difference Day" service projects from across the state of Ohio that has received special recognition. Full Story...   Apr 7, 2004 A refresher course in Ohio University Summer Sessions for faculty and staff The basics in what you need to know to help our students make the most of summer. Full Story...   Community building through giving topic of local radio program on WOUB Network Charitable giving can be used as a vehicle for change by attracting donors who care about a region and are willing to invest in it. Appalachian Ohio, however, has a philanthropy gap. While 16 percent of the state's population live in the region, a mere two percent of the state's<BR>charitable assets are here.<BR>p.m. Full Story...   Congressman learns about Ohio University-led energy consortium Congressman Ted Strickland visited Ohio University on Tuesday, April 6, to learn more about the University's unique Consortium for Energy, Economics and the Environment. Full Story...   Faculty and librarians collaborate to further student information competency The Ohio University Libraries are accepting proposals for the Faculty/Librarian Information Competency (FLIC) Grants. Grants will be awarded to two-member teams that create the best new ways to incorporate the efficiency of library materials within the classroom. Each team can consist of one faculty member and one librarian. Full Story...   Ohio University student prepares for Miss America Pageant 2004 Ohio University student and Miss Ohio USA 2004 Lauren Kelsey Hall will compete for the title of Miss USA 2004 this Monday, April 12, at 9 p.m. The pageant will be broadcast on NBC. Full Story...   Senior NASA official to lecture at Ohio University Axel Roth, the associate director of NASA's George C. Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) in Huntsville, Ala., will deliver a lecture at Ohio University on Wednesday, April 14, at 2:10 p.m. in Stocker Center 103. The lecture is sponsored by Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology. Full Story...   Apr 8, 2004 New Kennedy exhibition brings subconscious visions to life Acclaimed New York City-based artist Gregory Barsamian creates three-dimensional animated sculptures that explore the language of the subconscious while celebrating the nature of dreams. A new exhibition, which opens on April 16 at the Kennedy Museum of Art, presents four of Barsamian's recent sculptures. Full Story...   Noted Civil War scholar Edwin Bearss to speak on Southeastern Ohio's role in Sherman's march to the sea Edwin Bearss, well-known history guide and Civil War scholar, will be in Athens April 25-26 to make several presentations on various aspects of the ?Rebellion of 1861.? His major talk -- entitled ?Making Georgia Howl? -- Southeastern Ohio Boys March to the Sea with Sherman -- will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 25, in the rotunda of the new classroom building across from Peden Stadium. The event is free and open to the public. Full Story...   Ohio University students win Fulbright teaching grants Ohio University students Sou Lackkaty and James Peterson have won Fulbright grants to teach English abroad for the 2004-05 academic year. Full Story...   University regulations regarding concealed gun law With Ohio House Bill 12, which allows citizens to carry concealed handguns, becoming law April 8, it is appropriate to outline the limitations associated with the legislation in regards to Ohio University students, faculty staff and visitors. Full Story...   Apr 9, 2004 Artist incorporates imagery and poetry in print exhibition A new exhibit in the Kennedy Museum's education gallery features an in-depth look at two objects from the Museum's Contemporary Print Collection: Print Tapestries?Poem Wedding Dress and A Word Made Flesh?Throat, both by artist Lesley Dill. The exhibition, which is currently on view, runs through December 19, 2004. The public is invited to a reception at the Kennedy Museum on April 16, at 6:30 p.m. Full Story...   Visions of Vietnam explored in new exhibition at the Kennedy Museum A new exhibition of watercolor paintings, Frederick Harris: Traveling with a Brush in Vietnam, opens at the Kennedy Museum of Art on April 16. This exquisite exhibition includes 50 masterful sumi and watercolor paintings produced artist Frederick Harris between 2000 and 2002 in Vietnam. Full Story...   Apr 12, 2004 Entertainment-Education and the Global Africa Experience Conference The Department of African American Studies in collaboration with the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Communication, College of Fine Arts, the Communication and Development Studies Program and the Institute for Applied and Professional Ethics at Ohio University is hosting the conference, Entertainment-Education and the Global Africa Experience, from April 15-17 at Baker University Center. Full Story...   In the Spotlight: Community of artists This is the fourth year Ohio University's ceramics department has made bowls for Souper Bowl, the Passion Works Studio fund-raising event. Twenty faculty and students produced nearly 200 bowls Full Story...   Memorial vigil honors fire victims A candlelight vigil was held at midnight Tuesday, April 13, to honor the victims of an April 13, 2003, house fire. Full Story...   WOUB hosts global leadership teleconference WOUB Radio and Television will host an annual Global Town Hall teleconference featuring world class business and thought leaders on Thursday, April 15, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Called "MainEvent 2004," the free event will be held in Radio Studio A, on the third floor of the RTVC Building on the Ohio University campus. Full Story...   Apr 13, 2004 Gift of cherry trees enhances campus beauty Unmistakable in their beauty, blossoming cherry trees in peak bloom welcome visitors to Ohio University each year, heralding the arrival of spring. The white blooms provide a picturesque entrance to the University from the south. When the short peak bloom ends, the blossoms fall to the ground while at their most beautiful. Full Story...   Apr 14, 2004 Appalachia Reads Center launches activity The Appalachia Reads Center, created by two-year grant from the Verizon Foundation and the Appalachia Regional Commission (ARC), has recently launched both its Web site and its first regional video conference series. Full Story...   Book fair and author reception at Zanesville In celebration of National Library Week, April 19-23, the Zanesville Campus Library will sponsor a Scholastic Book Fair. The book fair is open to the public and provides an opportunity for parents and children to have fun choosing books together, while stressing the importance of being a life-long reader. Full Story...   History professor receives Fulbright-Hays award Walter Hawthorne, assistant professor of history at Ohio University, has received a Fulbright Hays grant to study the Africans on the upper Guinea coast and in northern Brazil. Full Story...   Native American jewelry sale at the Kennedy Come celebrate Ohio University's Mom's Weekend at the Kennedy Museum of Art's celebrated Native American Jewelry Sale. Visit the museum on Friday, April 30, and Saturday, May 1, and select from a wide array of exquisite jewelry for sale. Full Story...   Radio program looks to Little Cities' past On Tuesday, April 20, "This Time Around: Reinventing Community," airing at 8:30 a.m. on the WOUB Radio Network, will explore how the thematic tours through the Little Cities of Black Diamond region highlighting the past are becoming seeds for the future. Full Story...   University holds organ donation program The Zanesville Campus Wellness Program will be sponsoring an informative program on organ, tissue and eye donation at noon on Tuesday, April 20, in the Elson Hall Auditorium. Full Story...   Apr 15, 2004 Dillon schoolchildren read to preschoolers In celebration of National Week of the Young Child April 18-24, Ohio University-Zanesville Jumpstart students are helping the fourth graders at Dillon Elementary make their own books they will then read to the children at CareyTown Preschool from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on April 23. Full Story...   Apr 16, 2004 31st Athens International Film and Video Festival begins April 23 Sixteen feature films and over 150 shorts and documentaries comprise this year's edition of the venerable Athens International Film and Video Festival, running April 23-29. Full Story...   Authors of book on race, class and desegregation to speak as part of Brown vs. Board of Education commemoration William Drennen Jr. and Kojo Jones Jr., authors of "Red, White, Black & Blue: A Dual Memoir of Race and Class in Appalachia," and Dolores Johnson, the book's editor, will speak at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 21 at 194 Irvine Hall on the Ohio University campus. The trio will present "Desegregation in Appalachia: Race, Class and Choice Before and After Brown v. Board." Full Story...   President presents proposed budget plan to Board of Trustees In recognition of continued erosion of state support for public higher education, Ohio University President Robert Glidden presented the Board of Trustees with a recommended budget calling for the institution to reduce expenditures by $4.49 million for fiscal year 2005, which begins July 1. Combined with last year's cutbacks of $8 million, the university's reductions total more than $12 million in two years. Full Story...   Radio frequency identification workshop to be held in Columbus Ohio University's Center for Automatic Identification is sponsoring a one-day workshop and hands-on lab titled "RFID: Just the FAQs. No Hype. Just Truth" that will explore radio frequency identification (RFID). Full Story...   Underwood named Hicks Executive-in-Residence Julie Underwood, general counsel and associate executive director of the National School Boards Association, has been named the Ohio University College of Education's 2003 Samuel I. Hicks Executive-in-Residence. Full Story...   University names new building Margaret M. Walter Hall Ohio University's new two-story classroom facility, located on the corner of Richland Avenue and South Green Drive, has a new name. At a dedication ceremony held in the building's rotunda on Friday, the building was officially christened Margaret M. Walter Hall. Full Story...   Apr 19, 2004 In the Spotlight: Taking flight Student pilots enrolled in Ohio University's community flight program ? from teenagers to retirees ? all say one thing: "You gotta try it!" And for a mere $49, anyone can sign up for a quick taste of the hobby that is already a favorite pastime for many in southeastern Ohio Full Story...   Two alums win Pulitzer Prize Former Ohio University students Joe Mahr and Carolyn Cole were honored with Pulitzer Prizes for their accomplishments in journalism. Full Story...   Apr 20, 2004 Alumnus funds scholarships for Belpre High School graduates As Jeff Chaddock prepares to celebrate his 20th reunion at Belpre High School, he has pledged to make a difference in the lives of students from his alma mater. Full Story...   Athena Cinemas Company boosts area schools The Athena Cinemas Company recently made grants of $1,000 each to the six Athens County school districts to support their arts programs. Full Story...   Barb Moran named Communication Employee of the Quarter Barb Moran, administrative coordinator for the J. Warren McClure School of Communication Systems Management, has been chosen as the Ohio University College of Communication's Winter Employee of the Quarter. Full Story...   Apr 21, 2004 Bobcats finish third in 'RecycleMania 2004' Ohio University finished third in RecycleMania 2004 with a total of 44.02 recycled pounds of waste per student living on campus. Miami University, a co-founder of the annual event along with Ohio University, won the 10-week competition. Full Story...   Budget update forum held for students As part of an ongoing effort to provide information and perspective on the university budget, President Robert Glidden opened a series of campus-wide forums by visiting with students on Tuesday evening. Full Story...   College of Education to host future educators Nearly 500 middle and high school students will be on Ohio University's Athens campus on Monday, April 26, to take part in the 2004 Ohio Future Educators of America (OFEA) 13th annual conference, which is being hosted for the first time by the College of Education. Full Story...   Day honors valuable Administrative Assistants April 21 is Administrative Assistants Day. This is not only a day to recognize the valuable role their hard work plays, but to also recognize the initiative administrative assistants put forth to develop professional skills. Full Story...   Ohio University welcomes moms for annual weekend Chances are Athens businesses will be busier than usual this weekend as moms travel to Ohio University for the annual Moms Weekend from Friday, April 30, through Sunday, May 2. Full Story...   Psychiatry, bioethics expert to speak on campus Paul R. McHugh, university distinguished service professor of psychiatry at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, will give a public lecture Monday, April 26, at 7:30 p.m. in room 235 of Walter Hall. Full Story...   Apr 22, 2004 >Local radio program looks to the next generation of Appalachia When considering the future of an area, the youth are definitely one of its most valuable resources. In Appalachian Ohio, the Sojourners Care Network recognizes the importance of providing support and opportunities for children and young adults. On Tuesday, April 27, This Time Around:Reinventing Community, airing at 8:30 a.m. on the WOUB Radio Network, will <BR>explore how this organization is leading our youth into the future.<BR> Full Story...   Communication Week features prominent alumni Ohio University's College of Communication will launch its 36th annual Communication Week celebration on Sunday, April 25, with an awards banquet and a keynote panel titled "Pop Culture: Pushing the Envelope," at 8 p.m. in Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. Full Story...   Journalist Lisa Ling to Speak for Moms Weekend Ohio University Program Council (UPC) is happy to announce Lisa Ling as the headlining speaker for this year's Moms Weekend. Ling will speak at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium at 8 p.m. on Friday, April 30, 2004. Full Story...   Apr 26, 2004 Annual Spring Literary Festival scheduled for May 5-7 Ohio University's 19th Annual Spring Literary Festival will be held May 5-7. This year's visiting writers are poets Carl Dennis and Sharon Olds, fiction writers Steven Millhauser and Mary Robison and philosopher and nonfiction writer Alphonso Lingis. Full Story...   Child rights expert to lecture at Ohio University Joachim Theis, Child Rights Advisor for the Save the Children Alliance in Bangkok, Thailand, will speak on "Human Rights and Development" at 3:10 p.m., Friday, April 30, in Scripps Hall's Anderson Auditorium. Full Story...   In the Spotlight: The Chillicothe code Stan Planton, head librarian at Ohio University Chillicothe Campus, played a role in the creation of the best-selling book 'The DaVinci Code' by Dan Brown. Full Story...   Prairie View A&M president to speak President of Prairie View A&M University George C. Wright will speak at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 27, at Margaret M. Walter Hall, room 145, on the Ohio University campus. Full Story...   Theater presents 'The Gods Are Not to Blame' Opening Spring Quarter 2004, The Ohio University School of Theater presents "The Gods Are Not To Blame" running April 28-May 1 and May 5-8. Full Story...   Apr 28, 2004 Agreement supports students seeking health careers Representatives of Ohio University and Columbus State Community College (CSCC) signed an agreement to form the Pathways Institute Partnership on Wednesday, April 28, in Athens. This partnership is designed to encourage and support disadvantaged and minority students interested in health careers and medicine, beginning at CSCC and extending to Ohio University when they transfer. Full Story...   Online contracts make for shorter lines at Chubb Hall Ohio University has made big strides in making housing selection and contract signing easier for its students. Full Story...   Seminar examines care for the terminally ill The spring series of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Geriatric Education Series continues Monday, May 3, with Tracy Marx, D.O., associate professor of geriatric medicine, presenting "Palliative Care." The seminar will be held from noon to 1 p.m. in conference room B-9 at O'Bleness Memorial Hospital. Full Story...   Students continue to win highly competitive scholarships and fellowships ? This spring, Ohio University students are winning a number of competitive scholarships and fellowships that allow them to travel internationally, conduct research and receive support to follow their academic pursuits. Full Story...   Visiting psychiatrist speaks on cloning and Catholic Church scandal Paul R. McHugh, distinguished psychiatric epidemiologist and professor of psychiatry at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, spoke Monday night at Ohio University's Walter Hall on his experiences with the President's Council on Bioethics and the Roman Catholic Church's National Review Board in a speech entitled, "A Tale of Two Councils." Full Story...   Apr 29, 2004 Kip Howard reflects on his time at Ohio University Norman "Kip" Howard, assistant vice president for enrollment services and director of undergraduate admissions, recently departed Ohio University after more than 12 years of service. Before leaving, he shared his thoughts about enrollment and Ohio University. Full Story...   Ohio University welcomes new Cutler Scholars The Ohio University Manasseh Cutler Scholars Program welcomes six new recipients of the prestigious four-year undergraduate scholarship, which includes an annual stipend to cover undergraduate tuition, room and board as well as four summers of enrichment experiences, including study and work abroad. Full Story...   Apr 30, 2004 Ohio University announces 2004-2005 University Professors This year's University Professor distinction awards, honoring four outstanding Ohio University faculty members, have been announced. Full Story...   Paul Bibbins named Ohio University Eastern Campus dean Paul E. Bibbins Jr. has been named dean of Ohio University's Eastern Campus in St. Clairsville, Ohio. He will begin his new duties on July 1. Full Story... March 2004 Archives Mar 2, 2004 Faculty Learning Community adjusts courses to enhance business students' communication skills Today's business world has made claims that business students are not graduating with adequate "people skills" that allow them to manage communication-oriented situations and conflicts in the workplace. But the Faculty Learning Community (FLC) Revising the Professional Communication Curriculum within the College of Business is making some changes to ensure Ohio University is one institution with prepared graduates. Full Story...   Filmmaker Angela Shelton to speak at Baker Center Ballroom Filmmaker Angela Shelton will be speaking in the Baker University Center Ballroom at 7pm on Thursday, March 4, 2004. The program is sponsored by University Program Council and is free to all Ohio University students. Full Story...   Ohio University Press/Swallow Press present 'Red, White, Black and Blue' "Red, White, Black, and Blue" began as a collaborative memoir by William M. "Bill" Drennen, a European American, and Kojo (William T.) Jones, an African American. Both Appalachian men grew up in the South Hills section of Charleston, W.Va. Full Story...   Mar 3, 2004 'Bring Back the Bobcat' encourages students to give back to Ohio University "Bring Back the Bobcat" is Senior Class Council's way of encouraging students to show their school spirit and give something back to Ohio University. Donations for the "Bring Back the Bobcat" fundraiser will be collected around campus this week, marking an effort to raise funds for the Class of 2004 Endowment. Full Story...   Disengaging Shakespeare Studying Shakespeare is normally a passive activity, but not in Loreen Giese's class. Pairs of students perform a scene and then talk about how they arrived at their interpretation. They bring very different readings to the performances. But they all work. Full Story...   Mar 4, 2004 Environmental geography department strives for active learning For the last few years, students taking Geography 201, Environmental Geography, have witnessed how waste statistics pile up first-hand. For a week they document every ounce of trash they create, from cigarette butts they toss, to wrappers they crumple and cans they crush. Full Story...   Harvard professor Steven Pinker to speak on human nature Steven Pinker, one of the world's leading cognitive scientists and Pulitzer Prize nominee will be discussing his new book, "The Blank Slate: The Modern Denial of Human Nature" as part of the Frontiers in Science Lecture Series on Monday, March 8, at 8 p.m. in the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. Full Story...   Mar 5, 2004 Peer-Led Team Learning brings active environment to chemistry students Some say chemistry is a lonely discipline because interaction only occurs between the student and a book, says Jared Butcher, associate professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Ohio University. But Butcher and Assistant Professor Lauren McMills are helping to change that. Full Story...   Mar 8, 2004 Adena Ventures executives receive entrepreneurship awards Adena Ventures founder David Wilhelm and its president, Lynn Gellermann, received Appalachian New Economy Partnership (ANEP) Entrepreneurship Awards from Ohio University's Voinovich Center for Leadership and Public Affairs. Full Story...   Charles Smith's 'Free Man of Color' set to run at Ohio University Acclaimed playwright Charles Smith's new drama "Free Man of Color" is an eye-opening exploration of race, culture and the differences between education and assimilation in America. The play will be performed at 8 p.m. March 11-13 at Elizabeth Evans Baker Theater in Kantner Hall. Full Story...   Grants workshop to be held in Columbus on March 20 Ohio University Community and Professional Programs is hosting the popular "Developing Winning Grant Proposals" workshop from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 20 at Quest Business Center in Columbus. Full Story...   Returned Peace Corps volunteer uses experience to recruit others If you want to learn about the Peace Corps, Danielle Matta is the person to see at Ohio University. Matta is the Peace Corps recruiter on campus and a second-year graduate student in international development studies. She served as a Peace Corps volunteer from 1999-2001 and now puts that experience to work recruiting other Peace Corps volunteers. Full Story...   Mar 9, 2004 Bromley parking lot traffic change Troy Bonte, project manager would like to inform the campus community of the following. There has been a change in the traffic pattern at the Bromley parking lot. Full Story...   Campus climate survey Earlier this week the Task Force on Inclusiveness and Equality sent an e-mail containing a link to a survey to assess the campus climate to everyone in the campus community. Full Story...   Energy Conservation - Spring Break Hours 2004 In an attempt to help conservation of energy efforts, the University will be following modified work schedules for the Spring Break period, March 22 to March 26, 2004. This schedule will be the same as the Summer Hours defined in the Summer Hours Policy - see Policy & Procedure Manual #40.048. Full Story...   Exciting and educational daylong conference for IT professionals and students Network with Web technology professionals and gurus, watch demonstrations and do much more at this year's Spring Break 2004 Information Technology Conference on March 25 in the new Lecture Hall Facility on West Green. Full Story...   Founders Citation: Donald Spencer Donald Spencer was the first African-American to chair the Ohio University Board of Trustees. He served on the board from 1974 to 1983 and was chair from 1979 to 1980. Spencer is on the library cabinet for the Bicentennial Campaign. He also has served as chair of the Ohio University Libraries National Advisory Council. Full Story...   Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine presents its 2004 Employee Service Awards The Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine presented its 2004 Service Awards on the afternoon Feb. 25 in Irvine Hall on the Athens campus. The college recognized 50 employees with a combined 625 years of service to the college. Several units of the college also presented awards to outstanding employees. Full Story...   Spring break work notices David Brown, project manager, would like to inform the campus community of the following work to be performed during spring break. Full Story...   Mar 10, 2004 'Mixed Messages' opens at the Kennedy Museum of Art "Mixed Messages: Rethinking Postcard Representations" is a new exhibition opening at the Kennedy Museum of Art on March 11, 2004. A public reception will be held at the Kennedy Museum on March 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. "Mixed Messages" is curated by Ohio University graduate students in the current Art 564: Museum and Community Art Education class and includes both Art Education and Cultural Studies in Education majors.<BR> Full Story...   2004 College of Fine Arts Creative Research Awards Announced Five Ohio University professors were recently selected as recipients of the second annual College of Fine Arts Creative Research Awards. Full Story...   Alden Library plans rennovation and new Learning Commons A significant renovation will transform the second floor of Ohio University?s Alden Library into an innovative learning and study space to be known as the Learning Commons. The area will support students? academic success by integrating information, computing and tutoring services to provide students with the resources required for group and individual educational projects and activities. Full Story...   Are they Rock Stars or Professors? To prepare for final exams, three professors are taking the stage to perform for the Ohio University community. Professors Stephen Tootle, Bob Stewart and Bob Kinsley will be joined by their bands to perform in UPC's "Secret Lives of?" concert this Saturday, March 13, at 8 p.m. in the Forum Theater. Full Story...   David McCullough to deliver undergraduate commencement address June 12 David McCullough, recognized narrative historian, will deliver Ohio University's undergraduate commencement address on Saturday, June 12, at the 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. ceremonies. Full Story...   Ohio hockey team wins another national championship For the fourth time, and the first since three consecutive seasons in the mid-'90s, the icers will hang another American Collegiate Hockey Association national championship banner. Dan Morris' squad, which began the season with a 4-5 record, defeated defending ACHA champion Penn State 5-4 for the title ? and a 32-7-2 final mark. Full Story...   Mar 11, 2004 Campus-wide power outage scheduled for March 20 A campus-wide power outage has been scheduled for Saturday, March 20, from 2 to 6 p.m. to commission the newly installed 69 KV substation. This outage is necessary to test the newly installed switchgear and transformers and to make sure the equipment is safely operating as intended. Full Story...   Committee instituted to honor historic case In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's monumental decision in Brown v. Board of Education, an Ohio University Steering Committee has been established to coordinate activities in commemoration of the event. The landmark decision, disclosed on May 17, 1954, declared school segregation a violation of the 14th Amendment and therefore unconstitutional by law. Full Story...   Mar 12, 2004 Baker Peace Conference to discuss 'United States and Global Hegemony' "The United States and Global Hegemony" will be the focus of the annual Baker Peace Conference at Ohio University on April 1-2. The conference will examine the strategic, economic, and ideological roles of the United States in contemporary world affairs. Full Story...   Bobcats rank third after fith week of 'Recyclemania 2004' Ohio University is holding on to third place after recording the third best weight in week five of RecycleMania 2004. The Bobcats sit fourth with 24.18 recycled pounds per student living on campus. Miami University, a co-founder of the annual event with Ohio University, leads the 10-week competition with 32.35 pounds, followed by second-place Dartmouth University (30.25). The final results will be announced on April 16. The first- and second-place finishers will receive Recycle Mania trophies. Full Story...   Mar 15, 2004 'Mountain Stage' host to appear on WOUB's 'Live from Studio B' 'Mountain Stage' host and artistic director, Larry Groce, will be a guest on the popular WOUB-AM program 'Live from Studio B' this Friday, March 19, at 12:30 p.m. The program will air on WOUB-AM 1340. Full Story...   In the Spotlight: Doctoral student receives recognition for participating in scholar program This summer, Ohio University College of Education doctoral Student Tiece Ruffin, traveled to Washington, D.C., as a participant in the Martin Luther King Jr. Scholar program. Full Story...   Informational meeting about Ohio University Eastern Master's degree to be held An informational meeting for those interested in the new Ohio University Eastern Campus program leading to a master?s degree in social work will be held on March 22. Full Story...   Ohio University College Bowl team finishes fourth in regional tournament This February, the first Ohio University College Bowl team since 1989 competed and placed in a regional tournament. Out of 16 opponents, Ohio University tied for third in the region and ended the tournament in fourth place after a tiebreaker Full Story...   Ohio University Eastern hosting 8th Grade Career Day Ohio University Eastern Campus hosting 8th Grade Career Day Full Story...   Ohio University Spring Showcase 2004   RP3 program at Ohio University-Eastern leads to master's degree, principal licensure Teachers and other education professionals interested in earning a master's degree and licensure as an Ohio school principal are invited to a Rural Principals Preparation Program (RP3) information session April 13 at 7 p.m. at Ohio University Eastern Campus. Full Story...   You're invited to present your research You're invited to present your research related to health and physical performance across the life span or underserved populations: rural lifestyles and culture at the Spring Faculty Research Exposition hosted by the College of Health and Human Services. Full Story...   Mar 16, 2004 Communication Bachelor's Degree Available at Ohio University - Zanesville The Communication Studies program at Ohio University - Zanesville is hosting an information night for those interested in earning a bachelor's degree in communication entirely in Zanesville. The session, which includes free pizza, will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 16 in Elson Hall Room 186. Full Story...   Daniel Goleman comes to Ohio University as part of the Kennedy Lecture Series Internationally renowned psychologist and author Daniel Goleman will speak at Ohio University Tuesday, April 13, at 8 p.m. as part of the Kennedy Lecture Series. The event, to be held in the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium, will be free to the public. Full Story...   Mar 17, 2004 Ohio University Presidential Search Committee begins preliminary review of candidates The Ohio University Presidential Search and Screening Committee began a preliminary review of candidates during its March 15 meeting on the Athens campus. Full Story...   University's front door server to go offline March 21 The VMS front door server, which hosts all Ohio University Web sites that function with the URL www.ohiou.edu, will be offline for maintenance Sunday, March 21 from 6 to 10 a.m. Full Story...   Mar 18, 2004 American Electric Power pledges $250,000 to establish professorship for regional wetlands research American Electric Power (AEP) has pledged $250,000 as part of Ohio University's Bicentennial Campaign to establish the American Electric Power Watershed Research and Reclamation Professorship at Ohio University's George V. Voinovich Center for Leadership and Public Affairs. Full Story...   Ohio University announces Family Weekend, Homecoming dates for 2004-05 Ohio University has announced the dates of its Family Weekends and Homecoming for the 2004-05 academic year. Full Story...   ROENIGK FAMILY FOUNDATION FUNDS ENDOWED CHAIR The Roenigk Family Foundation of Scottsdale, Ariz., recently made a commitment that will establish an endowed chair in chemistry at Ohio University as part of the Bicentennial Campaign. The Roenigk Chair will strengthen the College of Arts & Sciences capacity to recruit and retain outstanding scholars in chemistry. Full Story...   Scholarship available for Kids University in June Area youth interested in attending Ohio University - Zanesville's "Kids University" this June have an opportunity to receive a full scholarship as well as a little fame along the way. Full Story...   Mar 26, 2004 Asbury Park Press series receives first Farfel Prize for excellence in investigative reporting For its 38-page, eight-part series "Profiting from Public Service," New Jersey's Asbury Park Press will receive the Ursula and Gilbert Farfel Prize for Excellence in Investigative Reporting - a $25,000 award recognizing the finest examples of investigative reporting by print media in the United States. Ursula Farfel is a 1956 graduate of Ohio University. Full Story...   Mar 29, 2004 Evening to benefit Kenyan orphans A benefit dinner and raffle to raise funds for the Kenyan Children's Fund will take place Wednesday, March 31, at 6 p.m. in room 199, Irvine Hall, on the Ohio University campus in Athens. The Kenyan Children's Fund is a group of students and faculty organizations dedicated to supporting children affected by the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Kenya. Full Story...   GRE, GMAT and LSAT test prep courses offered Ohio University's Community and Professional Programs Test Prep Courses focus on test-taking and skill-building exercises required to earn the high score you need. The next scheduled test prep course will meet on Saturdays from May 1-22. Full Story...   Jean Lewis named interim director of undergraduate admissions Jean Lewis has been named interim director of undergraduate admissions effective May 1. She will replace Norman "Kip" Howard who resigned his position as assistant vice president for enrollment services/director of undergraduate admissions effective April 30 to accept the position of assistant vice provost for enrollment management at the University of South Carolina. Full Story...   Ohio University, City of Athens develop strategies aimed at curbing springtime disturbances Ohio University and City of Athens officials are working together to develop new approaches designed to limit the difficulties that have risen from inappropriate and illegal behavior by Ohio University students and others during time-change weekend and other occasions during spring quarter. The disturbances have occurred primarily uptown and at off-campus house parties. Full Story...   Mar 30, 2004 College of Education alumni to hold annual conference The Robert P. Comer Education Conference will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 2, in McCracken Hall. Full Story...   WOUB Radio strengthens core news service WOUB-FM has added five daily news, culture, and talk programs to its midday schedule to give the station a continuous weekday news and information service from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. Four of the new programs are from National Public Radio (NPR) in Washington, D.C., and the fifth is from the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). Full Story...   Mar 31, 2004 University event blends music and technology An ensemble from Capital University that blends music and technology will perform at Ohio University-Zanesville's Elson Hall Auditorium at noon on Tuesday, April 6. Full Story... February 2004 Archives Feb 3, 2004 Defining Moments: a small trunk and one suitcase ...' Ohio Today asked alumni from various eras to share recollections of their years as students. Read one account of college experiences, friendships they've carried throughout their lives, memories of war and civil unrest, and passages into adulthood. Full Story...   Exhibit to feature images of Southeast Asian Islam Photographs from "Living Faith: Inside the Muslim World of Southeast Asia," a book by photojournalist Steve Raymer, will be exhibited on the fourth floor of Alden Library at Ohio University from Feb. 4 to March 20. Full Story...   Looking back: Vernon R. Alden recalls his University presidency After his talk on campus Monday, President Emeritus Vernon R. Alden was surrounded by well-wishers sharing memories and asking the University's 15th president to sign their copies of Alden's book, "Speaking for Myself." Full Story...   Memorial service scheduled for Robert Mahn A memorial service for long-time Ohio University administrator Robert Mahn of Athens will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, in Galbreath Chapel, followed by a reception with the family in the lower level of Galbreath and internment at Athens Memory Gardens at 3 p.m. Full Story...   Student-run travel agency allows for hands-on experience Ohio University-Southern offers travel and tourism students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at Travel World, Ohio University's full-service travel agency. Full Story...   Feb 4, 2004 In the Spotlight: Yegan Pillay Ohio University instructor Yegan Pillay often asks his students to complete the sentence "I am?" Most respond with personality traits; Pillay responds with the color of his skin. "One a day-to-day basis, I have to constantly think of myself as a person of color," he says. A native of South Africa, he is used to being judged by his caramel-colored complexion and jet-black hair. Full Story...   Feb 5, 2004 Acclaimed Ohio University Wind Ensemble and guest artists in concert Feb. 13 The Ohio University Wind Ensemble will perform in concert Friday, Feb. 13, at 8 p.m. in Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. The Wind Ensemble has been selected to perform at the prestigious College Band Directors National Association Regional Conference in Cincinnati on Feb. 20 and the Feb. 13 concert will be a special preview of that performance. Full Story...   February filled with Black History Month activities Ohio University celebrates Black History Month with various programs and events throughout February, including two very prominent speakers. Full Story...   Local Institutions Offer Hands-On FAFSA Completion Workshop For the third year in a row, several area organizations are collaborating to provide individual assistance for area students and parents applying for financial aid for the 2004-2005 academic year. The FAFSA Completion Workshop, free and open to the public, will be held at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, Feb. 11. Full Story...   School of Theater presents Arthur Miller's 'A View from the Bridge' "A View from the Bridge" will be presented by Ohio University's School of Theater from February 4th through the 7th and the 11th through the 14th in the Elizabeth Evans Baker Theatre, located in Kantner Hall. Regular admission for the production is $10 and $8 for students and seniors. Full Story...   Seminar examines dysphagia treatment The winter series of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Geriatric Education Series continues Monday, Feb. 16, with Kimberly Hale, speech language pathologist for Therapy Tech Inc., presenting 'Dysphagia Assessment Part 2.' Full Story...   University music instructor receives honors An original piece by Charles Savage was selected for performance at a recent conference for the Society of Composers in Arkansas. Just as he was preparing to attend the conference and performance, he also learned that he received a Distinguished Alumni award from his alma mater, Ohio Valley College. Full Story...   Feb 9, 2004 Celebrate Founder's Day with a slice of birthday cake As part of Ohio University's Founders Day on Wednesday, Feb. 18, a gigantic birthday cake replicating the College Green will be on hand at a celebration in the Rotunda of the New Classroom Facility. Full Story...   Lunch and learn sessions Beginning Feb. 10, the Ohio University Office of Professional Development is kicking-off the Winter Lunch and Learn Series to University employees wanting to increase personal and professional development. Full Story...   Ohio University faculty member named Emerging Scholar Dafina Lazarus Stewart, assistant professor in the College of Education at Ohio University, has been designated an Emerging Scholar by the American College Personnel Association (ACPA). Emerging Scholars are outstanding young faculty and administrators whose research skills and productivity lead the way in increasing an understanding of the college student experience. Full Story...   Thirteen Ohio University students recommended to final round in Fulbright competition A record number of Ohio University students has been recommended to the final round of competition in the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. These 13 students, who have applied to 11 countries, represent programs in four colleges, as well as the Center for International Studies. Full Story...   Using art as celebration After seeing Athens featured in the book "100 Best Small Arts Towns," it's easy <BR>to see why Ohio University is turning to the arts as a form of celebration. Not many <BR>universities do this, but Ohio University is. The play, "Free Man of Color;" "Turning <BR>200," an event featuring original music, live dance and video segments; and the book, <BR>"Ohio University 1804-2004: The Spirit of a Singular Place," written by Betty Hollow <BR>are all being used to celebrate the University's 200th birthday. Full Story...   Feb 10, 2004 Panoramic Ohio: Photographs by Thomas R. Schiff Seventy-five color panoramic photos. Thirty-six Ohio cities. Two hundred years of statehood. Ohio University's School of Art and the College of Fine Arts Dean's Office will host "Panoramic Ohio: Photographs by Thomas R. Schiff" at Trisolini Gallery through Feb. 14. Full Story...   WOUB radio program to center on impact of local highways On Tuesday, Feb. 17, "This Time Around: Reinventing Community," airing on the WOUB-FM Radio Network at 8:30 a.m., will focus on the importance of the southeastern Ohio highway system in "Impact of Highways." Full Story...   WOUB receives educational programming grant to help area schools The Ohio University Telecommunications Center, WOUB Radio and TV, received a grant from Ohio's SchoolNet to implement an educational video-on-demand system in several area school districts. Full Story...   Feb 11, 2004 In the Spotlight: Ohio University student learns through teaching in Ghana Ohio University senior Grace Gaboury is homesick. Her Cleveland Heights home is just a few hours away, but she misses her family, friends and school, as well as the relaxed pace of life, in Ghana. Full Story...   Feb 12, 2004 'Newswatch' feature to focus on Perry County economic development Newswatch, WOUB-TV's evening news program, will feature an economic development segment, airing Monday, Feb. 16, at 6:30 p.m. The featured segment will focus on Perry County. Full Story...   Eleanor Holmes Norton speaks at Ohio University to kick off Brown v. Board of Education 50th commemoration U.S. congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton will kickoff Ohio University's Brown v. Board of Education 50th Commemoration at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the Baker Center Ballroom. Full Story...   Ohio University to celebrate Founders Day on Feb. 18 ? Ohio University's 200th birthday celebration really takes the cake with Founders Day festivities that are sure to be remembered for the next 200 years. A giant birthday cake and an Ohio University multimedia piece will highlight the celebration on Feb. 18. The festivities will reflect on the University's past, present and future with a commemorative gathering and the world premiere of "Turning Two Hundred." Full Story...   Feb 13, 2004 Bobcats off to good start in 'Recyclemania 2004' Ohio University is off to a good start after the first week of RecycleMania 2004. The Bobcats sit fourth out of 17 schools with 5.1 recycled pounds per student living on campus. Full Story...   Ohio University cost-saving efforts moving forward Efforts to reduce expenses and achieve a more cost-efficient operation are moving forward, it was reported to the Ohio University Board of Trustees during its regular meeting Feb. 12 and 13. Full Story...   Feb 16, 2004 Frederick Lewis enlists student help for documentary Two students played a major role in the production of Frederick Lewis' documentary "Rockwell Kent" - even after graduation. (video) Full Story...   Feb 17, 2004 Defining Moments: 'a groundswell of student activism' Most of us in the Ohio University graduating class of 1971 entered high school against the backdrop of the 1963 murder of the president of the United States. In the year prior to this shattering event, we became aware of the realistic possibility of our universal nuclear annihilation during the Bay of Pigs missile crisis in Cuba. Full Story...   Upcoming symposium at Ohio University focuses on sports, youth and Africa Scholars and educators will gather at Ohio University on Feb. 20-21 to explore the importance of sports in the development of young people in Africa at a symposium on 'Sports, Youth and Africa.' Full Story...   Feb 18, 2004 Child Development Center temporarily closed Because of precautions being taken with the water supply at The Ridges, Ohio University has temporarily suspended operations at the Child Development Center, effective at 1 p.m. today (Feb. 23). Full Story...   Local radio program takes in-depth look at Appalachia Residents of southeastern Ohio frequently turn to Columbus and West Virginia for their news. A local radio feature series, however, has brought the focus much closer to home. Over the past five months, This Time Around: Reinventing Community, airing on the WOUB?FM Radio Network, has covered issues affecting the present and future of Appalachian Ohio while exploring the fabric of community. Full Story...   Feb 19, 2004 'Face-to-Face' - A book debut and signing at the Kennedy Museum of Art The book "Face to Face," will debut with a book signing on Saturday, Feb. 28, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Kennedy Museum of Art. Edited by Ohio University Eminent Scholar Rajko Grlic and published by Erlewine Design, "Face to Face" is a stunning array of photographer Lloyd Moore's work spanning more than thirty years. Both Grlic and Moore will be available to sign books. Full Story...   Feb 20, 2004 Comedienne TESS to Perform at Ohio University Ohio native and 'Last Comic Standing' finalist Tess will be performing her stand-up comedy on Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. Full Story...   New energy and environment institute gives voice to Ohio Valley region Ohio University has formed the Ohio River Valley's first research institute to improve environmental quality and foster economic development. Researchers at the Institute for Sustainable Energy and Environment, which comprises Ohio University's Ohio Coal Research Center and Center for Air Quality, will assist industrial, state and federal agencies in addressing local and regional air pollution issues. Full Story...   Ohio University retail merchandising program receives grant from Target Stores Ohio University's School of Human and Consumer Sciences recently received a $2,500 contribution from Target Stores to support student and faculty professional development for its retail-merchandising program. Full Story...   Researcher to speak about new growth hormone drug On Tuesday, Feb. 24, John Kopchick, Goll-Ohio Professor of Molecular Biology, will be presenting "Growth Hormone, Football, Dirty Shorts and Discovery of a Novel Drug" in room 145 of the new classroom facility on the University's West Green. Full Story...   Student and friend bike the country to raise money Last summer, Ohio University student Mike Brennan and childhood friend Chuck Chandler began a 43-day, 4,000-mile bike trip from Ocean City, Mass., to San Diego Bay, Calif. Although the two shared a childhood dream of bicycling across the United States, when they finally mapped their course, it had taken on a new meaning. Full Story...   Feb 23, 2004 Diversity: Important to Ohio University "What's Diversity Got to Do With It?" is a student-organized, University-wide conference dedicated to exploring issues of diversity on campus and in today's society. The conference, which takes place on Friday, Feb. 27, will feature various speakers discussing the value of diversity in many areas of students' lives. Full Story...   Ohio University Press/Swallow Press present Cast a 'Blue Shadow: An Ohio Amish Mystery' Following the successes of his three previous mysteries, author P.L. Gaus returns to Amish country for a tale of wealth, power, pride and murder in "Cast a Blue Shadow: An Ohio Amish Mystery." Full Story...   Feb 24, 2004 Bicentennial celebration continues with Ohio University debut of 'Free Man of Color' Ohio University playwright Charles Smith's new Bicentennial play, "Free Man of Color" plays in Athens March 11-13 at 8 p.m. in Ohio University's Elizabeth Evans Baker Theater in Kantner Hall. Full Story...   Darrell Spencer wins Drue Heinz Literature Prize Ohio University Professor of English Darrell Spencer was named the 24th winner of the prestigious Drue Heinz Literature Prize as of Feb. 22. Full Story...   Ed Wright's legacy swims on After being the captain of the first men's varsity swimming team in 1935, Ed Wright continued his dedication to Ohio University through gifts of time, talent, and treasure. Today, Mike Worley honors this dedication with the Ed Wright and Mike Worley Swimming and Diving Fund. Full Story...   Feb 25, 2004 Chris Heinz visits Ohio University Chris Heinz, stepson of presidential hopeful John Kerry, visied campus Thursday, Feb. 26, to speak on behalf of Kerry's campaign. Full Story...   Playwright Charles Smith to host discussion about his bicentennial play 'Free Man of Color' on March 4 Ohio University Professor of Theater and playwright Charles Smith will discuss the challenges he faced while developing his new bicentennial play, "Free Man of Color," at noon, Thursday, March 4, in the Friends of the Library Room at Alden Library. The discussion is free and open to the public. Full Story...   Ray Stephens receives James E. Daley accounting professorship The first James E. Daley Professorship in accounting has been awarded to Professor of Accounting Ray G. Stephens, who directs the School of Accountancy in the Ohio University College of Business. Full Story...   School of Theater presents 'Romeo and Juliet' Romeo and Juliet will embrace the stage of the Forum Theatre in the Radio and Television Arts Building from Feb. 25 to 28 and March 3 to 6. Full Story...   Feb 26, 2004 Building a community of learners Welcome to Spotlight on Learning, a University-wide showcase of the best learning-centered teaching practices implemented in the classroom. The Ohio University community is invited to attend this free, two-day event that begins at 8:45 a.m. March 4, with a brief welcome from Provost Stephen Kopp in the Baker University Center Ballroom. Full Story...   Creating a learning community Provost Stephen Kopp jump-started the University's move toward a learning-centered community when he arrived on campus nearly two years ago. He recognized that to be successful in the 21st century, graduates needed to be prepared to think critically and easily bridge the gap between vocational and intellectual pursuits. Full Story...   Free massage at university's annual health fair Several community agencies are teaming up with Ohio University - Zanesville for the annual Health Fair on campus. The event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 2, in the conference rooms of the Campus Center. Full Story...   Maysville wins university's Superintendent's Scholarship Maysville Local School District won Ohio University Zanesville Campus' 2004 Superintendent's Scholarship, which is awarded by random drawing to local schools with representatives in attendance. Full Story...   Ohio University emeriti women to provide recollections A panel of Ohio University emerita professors will speak on "Ohio University Women's Recollections" on Tuesday, March 2, at 4 p.m. The panel, a program for Women's History Month, will be held in the Friends of the Library Room (Alden 319). Full Story...   Feb 27, 2004 Chillicothe welcomes Ohio University's Bicentennial By now, everyone in the state knows Ohio's statehood started in Chillicothe. What will become better known on March 6 is that Chillicothe also is where the roots of Ohio University were planted 200 years ago. To commemorate the founding of the University, Chillicothe is hosting several celebrations on Statehood Day, March 6. Full Story...   NASA donates robotics equipment to Ohio University NASA's Langley Research Center turned a long-term loan of robotics equipment into a permanent gift for Ohio University's Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology. The donation, including robotic wrists and arm, is valued around $321,000. Full Story...   Ohio University Avionics Engineering Center awarded for excellence The world's largest aviation, space and defense professional society has awarded the Ohio University Avionics Engineering Center, part of the Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology, the Distinguished Institution Award for Avionics. Devoted to engineering and science progress, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) presented the award this fall at the 22nd Digital Avionics Systems Conference in Indianapolis Full Story... January 2004 Archives Jan 5, 2004 "The War on Terror: A Status Report" Daniel Benjamin, a senior counterterrorism official with the National Security Council during the Clinton administration, will give a public lecture, "The War on Terror: A Status Report," this Thursday, January 15, at 4:10 p.m. in the Contemporary History Institute's Brown House seminar room. Full Story...   Administrative Professionals Week: Celebrate Excellence, Invest in Yourself Administrative Professionals Week: Celebrate Excellence, Invest in Yourself Full Story...   Bridging the Diversity Gap: A Free Interactive Workshop Students and members of the Ohio University and Athens communities are invited to "Bridging the Diversity Gap," a free, interactive workshop each Thursday from 8-10:30 p.m. in Baker Center room 327 through Feb. 12. Full Story...   Children's book sale planned There is a children's book sale this week at the Ohio University Child Development Center. It's sponsored by Little Professor and they provide great books, many of them hardcover, at paperback prices! Full Story...   DuPont executive to speak Feb. 18 Thomas M. Connelly Jr., senior vice president and chief science and technology officer for DuPont, will be on campus Wednesday, Feb. 18, fom 9-10 a.m., to make a special presentation titled, "From the Lab to the Consumer: a Brief Overview of DuPont's Products in Society." Full Story...   Nominations for Distinguished Professor One of the most cherished University endowments, established in the 1950s by Mr. Edwin L. Kennedy, is the Baker Fund which supports the Kennedy Lecture Series and the Distinguished Professor Program. Current income from this restricted endowment supports the appointment of a new Distinguished Professor each year. Full Story...   Pedestrian bridge to close Due to the University Center Project start-up, it is necessary for the pedestrian bridge and stairs from Oxbow up the hill to University Terrace, be closed on the morning of Tuesday, April 13, 2004, thru the duration of the construction (approximately 30 months). Full Story...   Portion of Court Street to close The City of Athens announces Court Street will be closed between West Union Street and West Washington Street to all traffic beginning at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2004 and Wednesday, April 14, 2004 for waterline installation. The work will last until approximately 8:00 p.m. each day. Full Story...   Projects commencing across campus Ted Fares, Director Facilities Management Engineering and Technical Support, has requested the Customer Service Desk share the following information with the Ohio University and Athens City support services communities. Full Story...   Register for ORSP budget workshop Register for one of two identical sessions on Feb. 11 from 2-4 p.m. or Feb. 12 from 9-11 a.m. Full Story...   Register now for music lessons in Athens Community Music School The Athens Community Music School is accepting Fall Quarter registrations until Sept. 19. Full Story...   Respond to Diversity Conference University Faculty:<BR><BR>I wanted to give a friendly reminder and encourage you to attend a workshop for all faculty that Dr. Sylvia Hurtado will offer on Thursday, February 26, from 5 to 7 pm in Room 135 of the New Lecture Building. Full Story...   The African Student Union presents African Cultural Night The African Student Union presents African Cultural Night Full Story...   The Dream Team: Brown's Lawyers as Social Engineers "The Dream Team: Brown's Lawyers as Social Engineers" -- 3:30 p.m. Monday, May 10 -- 135 Margaret M. Walter Hall<BR> Full Story...   Warm someone's heart, please give blood If you donated on or before Nov. 18, you are eligible to donate. Please bring a picture ID. Blood donors must weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, be at least 17 years of age and be in general good health. Full Story... Back to top  Archives by date 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 - December - November - October - September - August - July - June - May - April - March - February - January 2003  Top stories Feb 4, 2003 Residence halls conserve and recycle   Feb 5, 2003 E Street to Late Night: An evening with Max Weinberg   Feb 17, 2003 Kenner Bush receives prestigious Founders Citation   Wilfred Konneker receives prestigious Founders Citation   Mar 5, 2003 The Local Girls to perform at Ohio University Lancaster Campus   Sep 2, 2003 Local artist Ora Anderson featured on WOUB's 'Afternoon Edition'   Outlook archives

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