Campus & Community

ASG passes a resolution for winter light decorations, discusses security camera placement

Senator Darius Somrack brought up a concern about the lack of security cameras in certain areas of campus during Associated Student Government’s (ASG) last meeting on Nov. 18 He said his bike had been vandalised after leaving it parked at a bike rack behind Havinghurst Hall, where other students have also reported issues.

New Ohio maps could create more Republican seats ahead of midterm

On Halloween, Ohio lawmakers on the state’s redistricting commission approved new congressional maps that will favor Republican seats in upcoming elections, including the midterms next year. 

ASG passes resolution regarding university absence policy

The Associated Student Government (ASG) passed a resolution to establish an ASG fitness and wellness series and a resolution to amend the university absence policy in regard to athletic events, as well as debated the university’s course overload fee.

Miami students, faculty march to oppose Trump’s College Compact

Miami University students and faculty gathered to protest the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education on Friday, Nov. 7 at the sundial on Central Quad. They marched silently to Roudebush Hall to deliver a letter and petition to faculty.

Energy drink brands target health-conscious students

As college students focus more on their health, energy drink brands Bubbl’r and Bloom have expanded their marketing efforts to Miami University. From free beverage handouts in front of Maple Street Commons to building brand recognition within a new niche, a new target audience on campus has emerged: health-conscious women.

New executive order set to ban intoxicating hemp products in Ohio

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine issued a 90-day executive order banning the sale of intoxicating hemp products throughout the state.

‘A glimpse into the past’: Crafting the meaning of architecture

Terry Welker, a visiting assistant professor of architecture, first assigned this project three years ago during his first year teaching at Miami. He said when thinking about architecture, it’s not just the physical world, but the intersection of cultural, social and physical aspects.

Who's Who at MU: Director of athletics

Miami University has 19 sports, not including club or intramural, and 540 student athletes. Each team requires coaches, funding and facilities. David Sayler, Miami’s director of athletics, is in charge of all of them.

City council adopts housing ordinance, discusses tax revenue distribution

Oxford City Council passed an anti-discrimination ordinance, welcomed a new Oxford police officer and discussed tax fund distribution during its meeting on Nov. 4.

ASG passes resolution to reform parking citations

Senator Nick McClure introduced “A resolution to encourage university administrators to reform and update current parking citation policies” to the floor at the Nov. 4 meeting.

Associated Student Government rescinds resolution to dissolve University Senate, emphasizes growth and shared governance

Last week, the University Senate executive committee was made aware of a proposal to disband the University Senate. This resolution was authored by Nicholas Barry as a member of Associated Student Government (ASG). Barry recently became a member of senate, the governing body he proposed to dissolve.

Local farmers, residents feel the blow amidst the halt of SNAP benefits

With Wednesday, Nov. 5, marking the longest government shutdown in United States history, the effects of the government’s inactivity are being felt nationwide. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits are grinding to a halt, and 12.3% of the country has felt the repercussions of these cuts, according to SNAP data tables.

Halloween weekend brings multiple assaults to Oxford

Between Oct. 27 and Nov. 3, police officers responded to 23 different incidents, according to an Oxford Police Department report. 

City council has a turnover of two members after Nov. 4 election

The votes have been cast and the results are in – current city council members William Snavely and Jason Bracken will be joined by incumbents Amber Franklin and Alex French and new members James Vinch and Roxanne Ornelas.

Voters head to the polls for the 2025 general election

On the local ballot, voters will find Oxford City Council candidates, trustees in four different townships and board of education members for the Talawanda City School District up for election. There will also be three proposed tax levies to vote on. 

Meet the candidates running for Oxford City Council this fall

Oxford City Council could have a turnover of four out of its seven members with the election fast approaching this fall. Only two incumbents are fighting for another term in their seats. Councilor David Prytherch and Vice-Mayor Chantel Raghu are termed out, leaving two guaranteed spots for new council members. 

Man arrested for stalking a Miami student

Pedestrian accidents remain a persistent issue for Miami students

Despite safety measures, vehicle-pedestrian collisions continue to occur in Oxford.

University Senate addresses ASG amid dissolution debate

Nathan French, vice chair of the University Senate, addressed Associated Student Government (ASG) about the purpose and efficacy of the University Senate, after becoming aware of a resolution calling for the disbanding of the senate.

The Miami Tribe of Oklahoma: A people of the present

The Myaamia people were forcibly removed from their traditional homelands and displaced to what is now known as Miami, Oklahoma due to the Treaty of 1867. They are people of the present: living, working and studying across the country, all connected to each other.