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Ohio State athletic administrator of 39 years dies

D.C. Koehl, an administrator in Ohio State's Department of Athletics, died Thursday due to complications resulting from a fall he had in November. Koehl was 61 years old and in his 39th year at OSU. Chris Schneider, associate athletics director, reflected on Koehl's experience at the department. Full story

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Ohio State hockey heads north to play Lake Superior State

A long road trip can be boring, uncomfortable and emotionally and physically draining, but it might be just what the Ohio State men's ice hockey team needs. The No. 6-ranked Buckeyes will take a roughly 500-mile bus ride to Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., to play Lake Superior State in a two-game series starting Friday. Full story

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‘Daily Show,’ ‘Entourage,’ ‘American Dad’ writers tell OSU about funny world of TV

David Javerbaum, Kenny Schwartz and Doug Ellin share more in common than being Jewish. Each has separately played a major role in the inner workings of "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart," "American Dad" or "Entourage," respectively. The "Funny Men" spoke about their struggles making their way in the television industry in the Ohio Union Performance Hall Wednesday in an event sponsored by the Ohio Union Activities Board and the OSU Hillel. Full story

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Columbus Zoo welcomes Hank, largest elephant in North America

Weighing in at 15,600 pounds, or about 7 metric tons, Hank the elephant – the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's newest and largest animal – was recently revealed to the public. "We're pretty certain he's the largest Asian elephant in North America in an AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) zoo," said Harry Peachey, the zoo's elephant manager and assistant curator of mainland Asia. Full story

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Ohio State athletic administrator of 39 years dies

D.C. Koehl, an administrator in the athletic department, died today due to complications resulting from a fall he had in November. Koehl was 61 years old and in his 39th year at Ohio State. Chris Schneider, associated athletics director, reflected on Koehl's experience at the department.

Columbus Zoo welcomes Hank, largest elephant in North America

Andrea Cambern bids farewell to the Columbus airwaves

Andrea Cambern, news anchor at WBNS-10TV, will sign-off one final time to everyone watching the 6 p.m. broadcast on May 23, 2012. Cambern, 53, began her career at 10TV in 1991 and has since become a recognizable name not only in Columbus but nationwide.

Ohio State students seek unique ways to stay healthy

While there are countless numbers of ways to eat healthy and stay fit, a study by the National College Health Assessment found that 38 percent of college students are either overweight or obese. Students at Ohio State are finding ways to ensure wellness during their time at college.

Student Safety sees $50K vehicle upgrade

Following what seemed to be an endless string of armed robberies in the campus area, one concerned organization, the Parents Advancement Council, made a donation to improve the Student Safety Service program. Ohio State's Student Safety Service received $50,000 to upgrade its arsenal of escort vehicles.

Construction at the RPAC loop repairs steam lines, $15M bill

Campus construction continues near the RPAC as steam lines that will cost more than $15 million will run to the new Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute and critical care tower are being replaced. In the areas between the RPAC and Ohio Stadium, the first phase is currently in progress, which will fix steam lines on the path that runs to the McCracken Power Plant.

Students ‘party’ for Egyptian revolution

It's been a year since the start of the Egyptian revolution and Ohio State students gathered at the Oval Wednesday to commemorate the anniversary of the country's 2011 uprising. The event "Party like an Egyptian" was meant to support the Egyptian people and was organized by Omar Gowayed, a second-year in mechanical engineering.

Studies provide quick cash opportunities

In times of need, college students often find creative ways to make extra money. However, many are missing out on a lesser-known opportunity of earning money by participating in economics studies on campus. While students participate in experiments on campus almost daily, not all of them are paid.

President Barack Obama spoke about college debt, job growth

With a less than stellar economy and an election year upon him, President Barack Obama used part of his third State of the Union address Tuesday night to challenge rising college tuition and make students want to cheer. The President opened his speech by thanking those who served in the armed forces, before shifting his focus to the economy and job growth, two subjects that are concerning for many Ohio residents.

Program competition a bitter pill to swallow

The deadline for students applying to fill one of 166 highly competitive spots in the Ohio State College of Nursing bachelor program is quickly approaching. About 600 undergraduate students applied to the school last year with the same amount of spots available, making the acceptance rate a mere 30 percent, said Shauntae Yankasky, academic adviser in the college of nursing.

Repairs could water down Rec Sports reserve

Ohio State Recreational Sports could be using $7 million from its reserve-fund budget to replace tiles falling off a swimming pool at the McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion. Don Stenta, director of recreational sports, said he is not sure why the tiles are coming off the sides of the pool, but he said the university is in the process of finding out.

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Former Buckeye Mike Brewster battling at Senior Bowl

Former Ohio State football center Mike Brewster has been fighting to improve his draft stock this past week during preparation for Saturday's Senior Bowl — literally. A co-captain of the 2011 Buckeyes squad and a four-year starter for OSU, Brewster has had mixed results during the week of practice leading to the showcase game for NFL prospects.

Ohio State athletic administrator of 39 years dies

Urban Meyer adds to his staff, Bill Sheridan newest Buckeye

Bill Sheridan, former linebackers coach for the Miami Dolphins, has been hired by Ohio State for the upcoming season, a source tells The Lantern. Sheridan will likely be taking the spot of Taver Johnson, former defensive backs coach. Johnson left to coach at Arkansas with former safeties coach Paul Haynes on Jan.

Ohio State basketball's defense on Penn State's Frazier key in victory

At times during the 2011-12 Ohio State men's basketball season, the team has struggled to contain its opponents' biggest scorers, but that wasn't the case Wednesday against Penn State junior point guard Tim Frazier. The No. 4-ranked Buckeyes were burned by Illinois junior guard Brandon Paul on Jan.

Commentary: Breakdown of former Buckeye Senior Bowl participants

This year's Senior Bowl features four Ohio State Buckeyes, all of whom need to impress scouts, coaches and/or general managers this week to improve their stock for the 2012 NFL Draft. The Senior Bowl, held annually at Ladd-Peebles Stadium in Mobile, Ala.

Ohio State hockey heads north to play Lake Superior State

Former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel not selected for Colts' job

Former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel was not named the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts Wednesday, despite being interviewed for the position more than once. Colts owner Jim Irsay instead chose former Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano to lead his franchise after Indianapolis finished with a league-worst 2-14 record in 2011.

Buckeye basketball bounces Nittany Lions, 78-54

With just less than a minute remaining in the first half of the Ohio State men's basketball game against Penn State, OSU sophomore guard Aaron Craft attempted to alley-oop freshman forward Sam Thompson about 35 feet from the basket. Thompson leapt to catch the ball, but Craft's pass never made it into his hands.

Boom Herron's Senior Bowl trip 'strictly business'

Amoung the beaches, dining and nightlife in Mobile, Ala., there are plenty of distractions for former college football players participating in Saturday's Senior Bowl. Former Ohio State players Mike Adams, DeVier Posey, Michael Brewster and Daniel "Boom" Herron all received invites to the annual NFL prospect showcase, and Herron said his approach to the practices leading up to the game, as well as the game itself, is strictly business.

Tim Hinton hops aboard Urban Meyer's staff at Ohio State

Ohio State football coach Urban Meyer didn't have to wait long for an answer after asking Tim Hinton to serve as tight ends and fullbacks coach for the Buckeyes. "It was about 10 o'clock on a Friday (when Meyer) asked me to be part of the staff, and I can tell you by 10:01 I'd said yes," Hinton said on Jan.

Commentary: Westboro Baptist Church shouldn't be so quick to judge in Paterno death

On Thursday, former Penn State coach Joe Paterno will be laid to rest after spending half of his life teaching the lessons of life and football in State College, Pa. Thousands will attend to mourn the loss of Paterno as part of a three-day period of public mourning that started Tuesday and runs until Thursday.

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‘Daily Show,’ ‘Entourage,’ ‘American Dad’ writers tell OSU about funny world of TV

Friday Fashion: Forecasting February fashion weeks

While battling through the insanely confusing Ohio winter weather, it has been hard to remember that there really are seasons and they are normally predictable. With this somewhat lost convention comes a slew of fashion trends meant to brighten the weather.

Noodles' fantastic fare places it in good company

Prior to this review, I had never actually set foot inside a Noodles & Company restaurant, but I can say that it wouldn't be my last time. I entered the restaurant, located at the corner of Lane Avenue and High Street, expecting to be served the typical precooked meal that student's taste buds have grown to accept, but I was wrong.

Harlem Gospel Choir brings religious renaissance to Columbus

In the musical age of GarageBand, electronica and dubstep, finding a group that can perform live on stage without a MacBook might be difficult. Unless that group is the Harlem Gospel Choir, that is. Harlem is the birthplace of the Harlem Renaissance, the art and culture movement that exploded out of New York in the 1920s and 1930s.

Commentary: ‘The Artist’ proves too abstract for plebeian crowds

This is what you should know about "The Artist:" it was made in black and white, it's a love story set in 1920s and 1930s Hollywood, it runs for 100 minutes, has a cute dog in it and will probably win the Academy Award for Best Picture. And it's a silent film.

CJO, Sara Morrow unchain the heart of Ray Charles' music

In a tribute to one of the pioneers of American soul, the Columbus Jazz Orchestra will leave Columbus with Ray Charles on its mind. The Columbus Jazz Arts Group presents "Hit the Road, Jack: The Music of Ray Charles," scheduled for 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Lincoln Theatre, featuring former musicians of the Ray Charles Orchestra.

Dan Miraldi, Albino Winos bring own taste of rock 'n' roll to Scarlet and Grey Café

Cheech has Chong, Ben has Jerry and Dan Miraldi has the Albino Winos. Dan Miraldi and the Albino Winos is scheduled to perform at the Scarlet and Gray Café 8 p.m on Friday. He and the band have been touring various venues in Ohio for the past few months as part of an East Coast tour that kicked off at the Scarlet and Grey Café in July.

Ohio Shorts adds homegrown talent to long history of cinematic greatness

Hollywood may be the epicenter of the American film industry, but there is no need to drive to the Pacific to find great works. The Wexner Center for the Arts 2012 Ohio Shorts contest won't have you drive more than a few hours to see work that filmmakers statewide produced.

Local band MT20 bleeds Scarlet and Gray

How firm thy friendship, MT20? The local band said it places more importance on friends, fun and the Ohio State Buckeyes than on their instrumentals. The members of MT20 have spent more time performing on campus porches and house parties than on stage, and they like it that way.

Commentary: Audrey Hepburn's star quality lives on 19 years after death

You know the way some people have the ability to just walk into a room and it appears like all eyes are on them? It seems as though the entire body of the room is captivated by this one person. It is not because they are the loudest person in the room or because they are wearing some ridiculous hot pink or lime green outfit.

Opinion

Lantern not 'anti-Islam' despite ad

I consider myself to be a devout Muslim woman, and it hurts me dearly when I see people speak ill of a religion which I hold so dearly. Therefore, I understand when some, if not most Muslim students at Ohio State were offended by the ad that ran in Monday's paper.

Only relief from overpriced housing might be good landlords

Recently I had conversations with college graduates about how much they pay for their apartments now versus how much they paid while living in college housing. The main point that I took away from these discussions is that college students are getting ripped off when it comes to housing.

Stick to policies, poise when judging politicians' 'American-ness'

I’ve been told I wasn’t American if I didn’t enjoy every fattening morsel of a Big Mac, but it wasn’t until the 2012 election season began that I found out being rich and disagreeing with a few government actions was even less American. In an age that is all about political correctness, it is strange that we are even looking for the candidate that best represents the “real” America, and, above all, a metric unit of American-ness.

Paterno should be remembered for his coaching legacy, not for his mistakes

Joe Paterno was the head coach of the Penn State football program for 46 seasons, during which Paterno won more Division I college football games than any other coach ever has. Paterno set that record on Oct. 29, 2011, with a 10-7 victory over Illinois. That was a moment to be celebrated, but at the time, the full significance of that game was not known. Not only was it a record-setting game; it was the last football game Paterno would ever coach.

Disrespecting servers does them, you a disservice

When you go into a restaurant, what is your opinion of your server? More importantly, how do you treat them? Before I began my job as a server at a casual restaurant, I'd never really thought twice about how my server feels when he or she waits on my table.

OSU students salty over campus dining sodium levels should be aware of options

"That's messed up." Moises "Mo" Madera, a third-year in Arabic, pretty much summed up campus dining after one look at the nutritional value of his favorite salad, the chicken romaine caesar salad from Berry Cafe. My particular complaint against the dining services isn't calorie count and fat content, though it surely could be.

Students have ability to construct their own future

The destruction of the Boyd, Johnston, Aviation and Haskett buildings on Woodruff Avenue has been captivating passers-by since Autumn Quarter. The catlike claw of the giant excavator had students (including myself) stopping to admire its graceful peeling apart of a structure that once seemed sturdy.

Looking young both a blessing, curse

A few weeks ago I was on a flight from Orlando to Columbus, and I was one of the first people to board the plane because I opted for early check-in. Most people have a preference on where they like to sit on a plane. Some people like sitting by the window, others would rather sit in the aisle, and I think we can all agree that no one likes sitting in the middle.

OSU football gets serviceman, Buckeye fan through 'over there'

I'm well aware of the passion of Ohio State football fans. In no man or woman I have ever met does more Buckeye spirit exist than in a man named Mack, whom I met in Jacksonville, Fla., the night before the Gator Bowl. The life of a traveling sports writer can be lonely at times, but I found friendship at the bar in the lobby of the hotel I was staying at in downtown Jacksonville.

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