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OU jettisoned diversity division staff along with their programs
Unlike some other universities, Ohio University did not seek to reassign employees affected by the state-mandated closure of DEI programs.
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Local photographer’s new book explores Athens as company town
Rich-Joseph Facun examines the relationship between Ohio University and Athens using photography in his new book, “1804.”
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State approves transfer of 27 acres of The Ridges to developers
While developers say it may take a decade or longer, last week’s state approval advances plans to transform The Ridges into a mixed-used space, featuring hundreds of housing units.
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Anti-DEI policies impact local LGBTQ+ community
As lawmakers attack DEI initiatives, students and community organizations wonder what happens next — and move to shape that future.
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Ohio University appeals state decision certifying faculty union (Updated)
Organizers continue to warn that a decision in OU’s favor could hinder organized labor across the state.
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Ohio University to close Pride Center, Women’s Center and Multicultural Center due to new law
Ohio University will close the Pride Center, the Women’s Center and the Multicultural Center in response to a new higher education law.
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State tosses out Ohio University’s objections to faculty union election
The State Employee Relations Board officially certified the Ohio University faculty union. OU has 15 days to appeal the decision.
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OU faculty union says election objections are ‘absurd’ and ‘meritless’
United Academics of Ohio University told the State Employees Relations Board that a ruling in OU’s favor would ‘put a thumb on the scale against unions’ in future elections.
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Ohio University confirms international students visas ‘changed’
The university declined to give the Independent more details on the number of students affected and the plan going forward.
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Ohio University seeks to toss out decisive faculty unionization vote
OU objected to the results over concerns with the union’s conduct and issues with mail-in ballots. Over 70% of participating faculty voted to unionize last month.
