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‘Celtic Angels Ireland’ Performance Pays Tribute to the Emerald Isle

Mar 09, 2026

Get lost in the enchantment and spectacle of “Celtic Angels Ireland,” a performance that celebrates all things Irish. The performance makes its way to Ohio University’s Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium on Tuesday, March 24th, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. The Celtic Angels are a group of women who sing, dance, and, of course, stamp their …

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Ever Wondered How Talented Your Art Professors Are? Here’s Your Chance to Find Out

Mar 02, 2026

It’s easy to go through college without knowing too much about your professors. Sure, you might get snippets here and there of their personal lives, but–after all–their job is to teach you and impart knowledge, not use you as the pulpit for their latest diatribe. More than anything else, though, you can’t help but …

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One of the Most Popular Musicals of All Time Comes to Ohio University’s Campus

Feb 09, 2026

If you asked nearly any adult to name a list of musicals, you can almost be assured that RENT will be included somewhere on that list. RENT is without a doubt one of the most well-known musicals of the present day, and the classic rock opera is making its way to the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni …

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The Choir of Man Comes to Ohio University

Feb 08, 2026

There’s no better excuse to step outside your off-campus student rental than to see “The Choir of Man” on Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. After all, the well-loved musical has a working bar on stage. What more could a college student want than an excuse to …

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Athena Cinema’s Appalachian Stories Film Series Continues with ‘O Pioneer’

Jan 12, 2026

The Athena Cinema is a staple of Athens culture. It’s nestled perfectly into the center of uptown, surrounded by the bars and dives, along with the student rentals on Court Street. The theater is loved by both students and locals, and it frequently puts on special showings. The Appalachian Film Stories Series, From the …

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MLK Jr. Day Sees University Closed and Brings Week-Long Celebration

Jan 05, 2026

Rejoice, for only a mere week after classes begin for the 2026 spring semester, students at Ohio University get a day off from their newly-acquainted classes. On January 19th, the university will close, and students will get a break from poring over syllabi and committing their new schedules to memory. While it might be …

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Athens’ Holiday Bazaar is Your One-Stop Shop for Gifting

Dec 06, 2025

The holidays are right around the corner, and if you’re like most college students, you’ve likely holed yourself up in your off-campus rental apartment while you study for finals. That doesn’t leave a ton of time for shopping for thoughtful holiday gifts, but the Dairy Barn Arts Center has you covered. On December 12th …

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3 Things to Do During Athens’ Halloween Block Party

Oct 14, 2025

With fall in the air, every Ohio University student’s favorite event is fast approaching. The Halloween Block Party returns to Athens on October 25th, 2025. If you’ve never attended, you’re in for a treat—and a few tricks. It’s arguably one of the biggest events in Athens, and it recently celebrated its 50th anniversary in …

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Get in the Spooky Mood with a Tour of Athens’ Former Insane Asylum

Oct 02, 2025

It’s October, and it’s time to gear up for spooky season. There’s the Halloween Block Party that happens every year and tons more frightful fun to have. If you’ve ever wondered what The Ridges—formerly the Athens Lunatic Asylum—was like back in its heyday, walking tours are taking place in October. On October 11th, from …

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Fun Fall Break Ideas for OU Students

Oct 01, 2025

The hustle and bustle of midterms comes during the first week of October for most students. It’s full of study groups crowding Alden Library, late night trips to get coffee to keep you going while churning out that paper, and a general sense of franticness across campus. Thankfully, one thing around the corner keeps …

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