Campus & Community

JANUS Forum panelists discuss upcoming election, future of the two-party system

Twice a year, the JANUS Forum brings two panelists from opposite sides of the political spectrum to Miami University’s campus to discuss a topic relevant to students and the broader community. This semester, the organization brought two former members of the U.S. House of Representatives, Susan Brooks and Stephanie Murphy, to speak on the future of the two-party system. 

New mural painting class looks to leave its mark on Newport

 In a class that goes far beyond the halls of Miami University’s Art Building, students hunch over their workspaces, collaborating on a semester-long project. The end goal? Create a mural for Newport on the Levee, a bustling entertainment hub across the river from Cincinnati. 

How one Miami alumnus replaced satellites with AI drones

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs such as Chat GPT continue to take the world by storm, more innovations are being introduced and the world is changing in large with it. Miami Alumnus Gowtham Raj Veeraswamy Premkumar, a recent graduate with a master’s degree in electrical and computer engineering, is no stranger to these technological advances.

Numerous vehicles broken into throughout Oxford

Between Oct. 7 and Oct. 14, Oxford police responded to 17 incidents, according to Oxford Police Department’s reports.

Miami dining representatives speak to ASG senators about Chartwell transition, special election for Secretary of the Treasury announced

During the Oct. 15 Associated Student Government meeting, representatives from Miami Dining spoke to senators about the student and parent feedback and the transition from Aramark to Chartwell. 

City council approves new tobacco licensing regulations and playgrounds

Oxford’s City Council approved new tobacco licensing regulations and several other key initiatives in their Oct. 15 meeting. The updates come two years after the initial moratorium regulating tobacco retailers.  

Commissioner Don Dixon denies request for public debate

With the November election less than a month away, Vice-Mayor and Butler County Commissioner candidate Chantel Raghu called on incumbent Commissioner Don Dixon for a public debate in the first contested race in more than 17 years. 

Oxford eyes future growth with $270,000 investment in economic development activities

 Oxford took decisive action and formalized a commitment to invest $270,000 annually in economic development activities. The funding aims to support various projects and initiatives that will shape Oxford’s future for years to come 

‘A historic achievement’: Miami University reaches funding deal with the City of Oxford

 Miami University reached an agreement with the city of Oxford to provide funding for the Oxford Fire Department (OFD), but it’s contingent on the approval of Issue 2. Under the deal, the university will contribute $1.27 million annually for the next 10 years to the fire department.

Ben Shapiro, Vivek Ramaswamy and Bernie Moreno visit Miami Republicans ahead of 2024 election

Miami University’s College Republicans hosted influential conservative voices such as Ben Shapiro, former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy and Ohio Senate candidate Bernie Moreno at the Future Leaders Forum on Thursday, Oct. 10.

9 things to do this October that are way better than waking up next to a traffic cone

  Here’s a list of things to do this fall instead of going to the bars.

Tappan Hall faces bed bugs scare

Miami’s Jewish community commemorates anniversary of Oct. 7 Hamas attack

To commemorate the anniversary of Oct. 7, Jewish organizations at Miami University held an event to remember the lives lost and to call for the release of the 101 hostages still held by Hamas.

Students for Justice in Palestine hold its ‘Week of Rage’ following anniversary of the first Hamas attack

The national Students for Justice in Palestine plans its 'Week of Rage' to commemorate the anniversary of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attacks. 

Fake ID culture remains a key aspect of Miami’s social scene

It’s the summer before your first year of college, your first taste of freedom. You are excited to meet new people but it's also nerve-racking. Fitting in is your top priority.

Everything you need to know about cannabis and Miami’s rules and regulations

The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control legalized recreational cannabis for all Ohio residents over the age of 21 on Aug. 6.

Miami’s administration board discuss Miami’s future in the MAC

Miami University’s Associated Student Government (ASG) heard from members of the administration board during its weekly meeting on Oct. 1. admin members discussed the credit-hour cap, increasing mental health awareness, student accessibility resources and Miami’s future in the Mid-American Conference (MAC). Senators also went through voter registration training.

‘Shark Tank’ star Kevin O’Leary, ‘Mr. Wonderful,’ addresses packed audience during Anderson Distinguished Lecture series

On the evening of Oct. 1, students, faculty and community members gathered at Millett Hall to hear “Shark Tank” star and entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary’s lecture on the importance of diversification, the long-term effects of a global pandemic on business and how to be a successful leader.

City Council approves Amtrak Station, OATS Phase 5 Funding and Airbnb Targeted Moratorium

At its Oct. 1 meeting, Oxford’s City Council declared Oct. 9 as Ageism Awareness Day and Oct. 1 as Caroline Scott Harrison Day. Caroline Scott Harrison was the first lady to President Benjamin Harrison and Oxford Community Arts Center's most famous graduate.

Numerous driving violations include drunken scooter crash

Between Sept. 23 and Sept. 30, Oxford police responded to 17 incidents, according to the Oxford Police Department’s (OPD) reports.