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Weather prompts indoor workouts

By: Alexis Mitchell Email – mitchella2@findlay.edu Twitter – @alexismitch14 Ohio has seemed to skip the fall weather and has begun cold, winter weather. This means a few things: students bundling up to walk to class, people fighting for a spot next to the fireplace in the AMU, and students are working out more inside than […]

A look into the Russian investigation

By: Grant Goetcheus Twitter: @goetcheusg Email: goetcheusg@Findlay.edu Since the current President of the United States Donald J. Trump announced to run for office on June 16, 2015, there have been allegations of him being tied to Russia. The allegations claim that this connection aided in his winning the election and putting him in the oval […]

Severe weather strikes Findlay

By: Olivia Wile Twitter: o_wile Email: wileo@findlay.edu [ngg_images source=”galleries” container_ids=”5″ display_type=”photocrati-nextgen_basic_slideshow” gallery_width=”600″ gallery_height=”400″ cycle_effect=”fade” cycle_interval=”10″ show_thumbnail_link=”1″ thumbnail_link_text=”[Show thumbnails]” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”20″] Although flooding remains an issue, the city of Findlay experienced more than just heavy rain this past weekend. On the evening of Sunday, Nov. 5, a tornado reportedly touched down near Melrose and […]

Censored speech

By: Grant Goetcheus Twitter: @goetcheusg Email: goetcheusg@Findlay.edu While universities have long been the setting of civil discourse and open discussion about societal issues there are some limitations and they have come into full view recently after a controversial figure tried to speak at the Ohio State University. Knowmyrights.org explains that private universities, such as the […]

Life and death on the farm

By: Cory Berlekamp Twitter: @cberlekamp Email: coryberlekamp1@gmail.com The Western Farm at the University of Findlay has lost three calves this season due to illness says Professor Farabee McCarthy. However, the Animal Science department assure students that this is common in farm life. Although the sickness that the calves died from is unknown, the program is […]

What is Dressage?

By: Grant Goetcheus Twitter: @goetcheusg Email: goetcheusg@Findlay.edu The University of Findlay offers many club sports for students to participate in during the school year. The Intercollegiate Dressage Association (IDA) Dressage team is arguably the most elegant of club sports. The combination of horse and rider in the ring is something that is enchanting to watch. […]

Oiler basketball is back

By: Olivia Wile Twitter: o_wile Email: wileo@findlay.edu It is officially basketball season at the University of Findlay. After a successful season last year, there has been a lot of anticipation for the Men’s Basketball Team to take the court again. After winning an exciting scrimmage against the Toledo Rockets, the Oilers kick off their regular […]

New medicinal garden

By: Alexis Mitchell Email – mitchella2@findlay.edu Twitter – @alexismitch1 Deborah Berlekamp, assistant professor of pharmacy, recently took a trip to Japan with the University and saw something that she thought UF was missing; a medicinal garden. “I thought, why don’t we have one?” said Berlekamp. What people might not know is that a lot of […]

Dance Marathon is worth your time

By: Markell McCoy Email: mccoym@findlay.edu Dance Marathon includes a lot more than it entitles: Food, games, fun, music, and most importantly the kids. Dance Marathon is a nationwide event that over 700 universities participate in annually to raise money for Children’s Mercy Hospitals. The University of Findlay’s Dance Marathon events are specifically for the Children’s […]

The #MeToo movement

By: Alexis Mitchell Email – mitchella2@findlay.edu Twitter – @alexismitch14 I don’t think when Tarana Burke started the “#MeToo” trend that she realized just how far it would spread. “Me Too” was intended to help women who have been sexually assaulted not feel alone, but feel more empowered by coming together on social media. Although many […]

Making a horse show happen

By: Stephanie Radloff Twitter: @SRadloffUF Email: radloffs@findlay.edu Each year, there are two weekends in particular that are very hectic for students at the University of Findlay Farm. Katie Holt, senior co-captain for the Oilers Equestrian team explains how much work goes into preparing to host a horse show. “My responsibilities at a home show vary […]

Findlay Basketball Beats Toledo

By: Olivia Wile Twitter: o_wile Email: wileo@findlay.edu It is officially basketball season at the University of Findlay. After a successful season last year, there has been a lot of anticipation for the Men’s Basketball Team to take the court again. The Oilers kick off their schedule a week earlier this year with both depth and […]

Dining Hall sends out student survey

By: Louisa Woltermann Twitter: @louisa_wolt Email: woltermannl@findlay.edu At the beginning of October, Dining Services sent out a survey in the form of a UF Update. The survey was conducted by a third party and contained questions that allowed students to evaluate the dining options at the University of Findlay. David Harr, director of Dining Services […]

Findlay flowers

By: Heidi Paxson, Staff Writer Twitter: @HeidiPacSun Email: paxsonh@findlay.edu Although November is quickly approaching, the flowers around the University of Findlay are still in bloom, the sidewalks are clear of leaves, and the scenic Old Main arch looks as good as new. This is a result of the Grounds Keeping team putting in around 240 […]

WLFC spotlight artist

By: DouglasJenkins Email: jenkinsd@findlay.edu This week our spotlight artist is Barns Courtney. Barns recently released his debut album, “The Attractions of Youth,” and every song on the album feels like it has breakout potential. From start to finish, you’d be hard-pressed to find a misfire. Chances are you’ve heard Courtney already and don’t even know […]

Remembering Marianna Hofer

By: Jacob Sarver Twitter: @Senatorsarver Email: sarverj@findlay.edu The memorial for Marianna Hofer was held on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 3:30 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union. Students and faculty, along with loved ones, met once again to honor her legacy. Hofer was an English professor at the University of Findlay for 32 years who lost […]

Letter to the Editor

M. Chandra Sekar, R Ph., Ph D., FAPhA Professor College of Pharmacy 1000 N. Main Street University of Findlay Findlay, OH 45840 USA 419-434-5386 (o) I have been a naturalized citizen in this country for over three decades now. I have never felt unsafe or threatened in this beautiful country with a big heart. Today […]

UF TV debuts new student produced shows

By: Olivia Wile Twitter: o_wile Email: wile_o@findlay.edu As this is my second year being a part of the Findlay Media Network, there is no question that the group continues to expand and evolve. For those unaware, Findlay Media Network is the branch of different media outlets at the University of Findlay. It includes our newspaper, […]

Findlay is filled with activities for students

Name: Abigail Frye Twitter: @Abigail_EF Email: fryea@findlay.edu With Halloween coming and Findlay embracing the autumn weather of October, many fall festivities are taking place. University of Findlay students can enjoy activities like going to a haunted house, visiting a pumpkin patch farm, and watching scary movies at the local movie theater. Fear Factory and Purgatory […]

Homecoming weekend at UF

By: Trevia Gumbs Email: gumbst1@findlay.edu Homecoming Weekend is a tradition that almost everyone at the University of Findlay looks forward to. Once again, UF celebrated another successful homecoming with a theme of “Building Upon Traditions.” “Homecoming is deeply rooted in American history and is known for bringing families, faculty and staff, friends, community members and […]

Elizabeth Smart speaks to the University of Findlay

By: Cory William Berlekamp Email: coryberlekamp1@gmail.com Twitter: @Cberlekamp Elizabeth Smart, a survivor of kidnapping and advocate for victims, spoke at the University of Findlay on Friday, Oct. 13. Smart shared both her story provided some insight on what life is like before and after trauma. “I think it is so important to speak out, to […]

Men’s soccer secures GMAC tournament spot

By: Olivia Wile Twitter: o_wile Email: wileo@findlay.edu The Findlay Soccer Team is on a roll this season with a 9-2 record. The team secured a Great Midwest Conference (GMAC) tournament spot on Saturday, Oct. 7 with a 3-1 win over Malone. Contributing to their success is Sophomore Josh Dickinson. Dickinson was recently named GMAC player […]

UF swim team dives into competiton

By: Mac Williams Twitter: @m_williamsm2 Email: Williamsm2@findlay.edu The University of Findlay Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving Team kicked off their season on Friday, Oct. 6 in hosting their annual Black and Orange Alumni Meet. The event gives alumni of the program a chance to come back and visit with current team members as well […]

Religious lecture series kicks off at UF

By: Olivia Wile Twitter: o_wile Email: wileo@findlay.edu While enrolled at the University of Findlay, students are required to take either a religion or philosophy course. Among those offered include REL 101: Introduction to Religion. Not only do students in this course learn about the various religions of the world such as Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Daoism, […]

Gun control debate surfaces after Las Vegas shooting

By: Grant Goetcheus Twitter: @goetcheusg Email: goetcheusg@Findlay.edu On Sunday Oct. 1, 2017 the deadliest mass shooting by a lone gunman occurred at the Route 91 music festival in Las Vegas. Stephen Paddock opened fire on the festival shortly after 10 p.m. Paddock used several semi-automatic rifles to kill 58 people and injure over 500. Since […]

New building attracts new crowds

By: Olivia Wile Twitter: o_wile Email: wileo@findlay.edu As students at the University of Findlay conclude their seventh week back at school, many have gotten the chance to test out the Refinery in the new Center for Student Life and College of Business building. With a variety of new food options in a brand new building, […]

Meet your 2017 Homecoming court

What do the candidates enjoy most about UF? King candidates: Hosam “Sam” Alshahrani Hometown: Saudi Arabia Major: Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health “My all time favorite is the clubs that offer many activities on and off campus. Conferences are also some of my favorite parts of UF because you get a chance to meet lots […]

Refinery: hit or miss with UF students?

By: Alexis Mitchell Twitter: @alexismitch14 Email: mitchella2@findlay.edu The new Center for Student Life and College of Business building has been opened for a while now and with it has come new options for students at the University of Findlay. These include a new bookstore, study space, and, of course, new food options. Before the addition, […]

Equestrian students work All American Quarter Horse Congress

By: Leah Palm Twitter – @_palmegranate Email – palml@findlay.edu The month of October is a very anticipated time for Western Equestrian students, but not for the reasons that many may assume. While we all get excited for fall weather and Halloween, this month brings more exciting things for those of us who want to train […]

Calling all writers

By: Olivia Wile, Editor Twitter: o_wile Email: wileo@findlay.edu This year seems to be one of change and expansion here at the University of Findlay. With the addition of new special interest housing, the Center for Student Life and College of Business, and different food options, a new writing club joins the list of additions this […]

UF campus policy on an active shooter

By: Cory William Berlekamp Twitter: @Cberlekamp Email: coryberlekamp1@gmail.com After another mass shooting in America, the University of Findlay revisits its’ campus policy on how to prepare students in the event of an active shooter. Since the shootings in Las Vegas on Sunday, Oct. 1 and the fatal shooting of a Texas Tech Campus Security Officer […]