Image of Ohio University
Ohio University is the main attraction in the city of Athens, Ohio. The university is known for major accomplishments with the school's athletic department as well as being home to the prestigious E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. The institution produced such as individuals as Matt Laur, who currently works as the host of NBC's Today Show, where he has been since the year of 1997.
Even with standout achievements such as these linked to the university, there is a defining image that seems to prevail above all things else. Recently, in 2011 Ohio University snagged the title of “The Top Party School” in the nation. With an ongoing perception that OU is good for nothing but a “slamming” party, this bittersweet label only adds to the perceptive representation of the institution as a party school.
Thoughts concerning this image differ when comparing those affiliated with the university, such as students, faculty and alumni, versus those who are not. Chelsea Theiken, a senior here at Ohio University, shares that one's perception of the school is up to that individual. Instead of creating an opinion based solely on what is believed the image of the school, she expands on the idea that one's viewpoint is formed based off of what he or she makes of the experience on the campus. Furthermore, prospective college students are quick to eliminate Ohio University due to the after-effects they believe it will have in searching for employment after undergraduate years.
Theiken shares that success in finding and building a career in no way will be difficult after studying at Ohio University.
Drinking is widely perceived as a social action on college campuses. In fact, the consumption of alcohol has steadily risen since 1992; the drinking trend continues to see this pattern even today.
We were able to catch up with Stephanie Sindelar who is a freshman. She has not allowed the negativity surrounding the school's outside image alter her thoughts about the situation. Sindelar notes that as a newcomer to the world of college and all that accompanies it, it remains important to know the difference between work and play. Even though partying seems to be high on the list of factors contributing to the college experience, school and partying is not the same thing.
Drinking, partying, and a college campus seem to be compatible. According to others, Ohio University has proven this time and time again. Senior and transfer student, Keith Troyer, still believes that OU is by far a party school. However, he does not exactly look as it in a negative light as many others have. Instead, Troyer applauds partying as a favorable factor adding to the atmosphere at Ohio University.
The institution is responsible for sending out thousands of graduating seniors each year to the real world to begin what will hopefully amount to successful careers. While the university may be the host of memorable Halloweens and Fests that attract young people from all over, it's also home to the Alden Library where students dedicate themselves to academic success. Kyle Triplett is the president of Ohio University's Student Senate and believes the school is moving away from the party school image that it has seemingly created for itself.
June 2012 will witness thousands of students ending their journeys at Ohio University. Despite the perception of parties being hosted every week, the school's annual commencement creates the image of successful, accomplished students.
Ohio University is the main attraction in the city of Athens, Ohio. The university is known for major accomplishments with the school's athletic department as well as being home to the prestigious E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. The institution produced such as individuals as Matt Laur, who currently works as the host of NBC's Today Show, where he has been since the year of 1997.
Even with standout achievements such as these linked to the university, there is a defining image that seems to prevail above all things else. Recently, in 2011 Ohio University snagged the title of “The Top Party School” in the nation. With an ongoing perception that OU is good for nothing but a “slamming” party, this bittersweet label only adds to the perceptive representation of the institution as a party school.
Thoughts concerning this image differ when comparing those affiliated with the university, such as students, faculty and alumni, versus those who are not. Chelsea Theiken, a senior here at Ohio University, shares that one's perception of the school is up to that individual. Instead of creating an opinion based solely on what is believed the image of the school, she expands on the idea that one's viewpoint is formed based off of what he or she makes of the experience on the campus. Furthermore, prospective college students are quick to eliminate Ohio University due to the after-effects they believe it will have in searching for employment after undergraduate years.
Theiken shares that success in finding and building a career in no way will be difficult after studying at Ohio University.
Drinking is widely perceived as a social action on college campuses. In fact, the consumption of alcohol has steadily risen since 1992; the drinking trend continues to see this pattern even today.
We were able to catch up with Stephanie Sindelar who is a freshman. She has not allowed the negativity surrounding the school's outside image alter her thoughts about the situation. Sindelar notes that as a newcomer to the world of college and all that accompanies it, it remains important to know the difference between work and play. Even though partying seems to be high on the list of factors contributing to the college experience, school and partying is not the same thing.
Drinking, partying, and a college campus seem to be compatible. According to others, Ohio University has proven this time and time again. Senior and transfer student, Keith Troyer, still believes that OU is by far a party school. However, he does not exactly look as it in a negative light as many others have. Instead, Troyer applauds partying as a favorable factor adding to the atmosphere at Ohio University.
The institution is responsible for sending out thousands of graduating seniors each year to the real world to begin what will hopefully amount to successful careers. While the university may be the host of memorable Halloweens and Fests that attract young people from all over, it's also home to the Alden Library where students dedicate themselves to academic success. Kyle Triplett is the president of Ohio University's Student Senate and believes the school is moving away from the party school image that it has seemingly created for itself.
June 2012 will witness thousands of students ending their journeys at Ohio University. Despite the perception of parties being hosted every week, the school's annual commencement creates the image of successful, accomplished students.
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