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Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season on Campus
People of all ages struggle with cold and flu season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that there are more than 200 different viruses that cause the common cold , while influenza, or "the flu," is another viral illness that affects...

How to Avoid 6 Common Mistakes College Freshman Make
You've started college! Whether you end up at the popular Court Street Apartments in Athens, Ohio, or somewhere else, keep these considerations in mind to make a successful start to your freshman year. Get What You Need Up Front Make sure you have your books, study...

What to Look for in Ohio University Undergraduate Housing
At Ohio University, approximately 67% of students live off campus. To meet this need, there are dozens of elegant Ohio University rentals in close proximity to the school, all of which are properly maintained, regularly improved, and beautifully furnished. Do you know...

5 Habits to Start Your School Year Off Right
With the new school year starting soon, students across the country are gearing up to hit the books once again. Those of you who are nervous might need insight on habits to start your school year off right. For some, adjusting to in-person learning will present a...

4 Ways to Prepare for Fall Semester
Are you starting to prepare for fall semester at Ohio University? Congratulations and welcome back! It's certainly been a long, crazy year and a half for everyone, but it's exciting to get back into the normal swing of things. Let's celebrate a new school year of...

Life in a Dorm vs. Life Off-Campus: Ohio University
You’ve done your time living in campus housing, and now you’re finally eligible for Ohio University off-campus housing. You’re weighing your options now that you’re no longer stuck with dorm rooms and dining hall meals. It’s a lot of work to figure out which one makes...

4 Tips for Finding the Best Housing Post-COVID-19
You’ve had a year unlike any other. You’re sick of masks, social distancing, and online classes. It certainly wasn’t the college experience you had in mind! So now, you’re ready to forget about it all and get back to business as usual. First up? Figuring out housing....

Pros and Cons of Having A Car in College
Starting college is very exciting! Along with all the excitement come an endless stream of decisions—where to live, who to live with, what classes to take, what clubs to join, etc. If you’re trying to decide whether or not you want to have a car in college, there are...

Spring Break Cancelled: 7 Ways to Celebrate Spring in Athens, Ohio
Ohio University has made the decision to cancel this year’s spring break to discourage students from traveling and possibly spreading or increasing their exposure to COVID-19. The university plans on carrying through until the summer in an attempt to keep the...

6 Reasons To Live Off Campus In College
Over the last several years, many more U.S college students are choosing to live off campus. According to a study done by the New York Times in 2016, “Most students live off-campus—87 percent.” There are many reasons why living off campus is preferable to living in a...