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November 2016

COSI on Wheels coming the Ada elementary in December

Academic Booster looking for volunteers to assist
Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, November 24, 2016

Thursday, Dec. 8, is one of the most fun days of the school year at Ada elementary. (There's lots of learning that takes place, too.)

The Ada Academic Boosters bring COSI on Wheels to kindergarten through fifth graders. The day also includes hands-on learning for elementary students.The Booster need volunteers to make the day a success.

"This is a major undertaking and takes a lot of volunteers to make happen. We are looking for 15-20 volunteers to spend half or all of the day with us from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Dec. 8," according to Lori Poling.

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Constructor for a day

Program lets ONU engineering students get close up to construction
Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Buzzing with activity, noise and challenges, construction job sites provide a learning lab that can’t be replicated in the classroom.

That’s why 21 civil engineering students in Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Mohti’s Structural Analysis class spent an entire day exploring job sites and talking with engineers in the field.

The Ohio Contractor Association (OCA) sponsored the “Constructor for a Day” program earlier this fall in Toledo. Students from other local universities also participated in the program.

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Ada elementary students name characteristics of "Bulldog"

Brave, Unique, Leaders, Loyal, Determined Open-minded, Generous
Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, November 23, 2016

What is a Bulldog?

According to the November elementary school newsletteer, Ada elementary students with help from the Ada community recently decided the characteristics that make up an Ada Bulldog.

Students will study these characteristics throughout school year and focus on developing these qualities in each student.

The characteristics chosen were:

B - Brave (Kindgarten)

U - Unique (1st grade)

L - Leaders (2nd grade)

L - Loyal (Community)

D - Determined (3 grade)

O - Open-minded (4th grade)

G - Generous (5th grade)

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Senior Britt Lauck named OAC Women's Basketball Player of the Week

Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Wednesday, November 23, 2016

By Caleb Scott

Senior Britt Lauck (Lima/Shawnee) has been named the women's basketball Ohio Athletic Conference Player of the Week for the week of Nov. 14-19. Lauck led the Polar Bears to a 3-0 week to open the 2016-17 campaign.

The senior led Northern in scoring in both contests at the Denison Tip-Off Tournament this weekend and was named to the All-Tournament team for her efforts. Lauck posted a game-high 18 points in a 56-44 victory over Denison and added a career-best five steals in the contest. Lauck also scored a career-high 21 points in a 69-46 victory over Mount St. Joseph.

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WONB celebrates 25 years of providing voice for ONU and community

It's a place where ONU students can find their voice
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, November 22, 2016

For 25 years, the WONB radio station has allowed Ohio Northern University students to find their voice. The station, an integral part of the University’s multidiscipline learning experience, is marking its silver anniversary this fall.

The first broadcast over the air took place at 9:49 a.m. on Oct. 18, 1991. The time was intentional to pay tribute to the station’s frequency of 94.9 FM. The station, which is located in the Freed Center for the Performing Arts and is part of the Department of Communication and Media Studies, provides students of all majors with valuable experience while also serving the region.

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This column is as dull as warning you to exercise daily

But the kernel of truth hits the bull's eye - aimed at you Ada shopper
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, November 22, 2016

SPOILER ENDING
Skip the malls this weekend. Stay in town. Shop local.

IT GETS WORSE
Oh, come on, you’ve heard this before. It’s as dull as a warning to exercise daily or you’ll gain weight.

WEIGHT…WAIT, THAT’S THE PROBLEM
“We” are the problem with our small town if we don’t support our own businesses first.

MARK TWAIN WARNED US
It’s like the weather, says Mark Twain. “Everyone complains about it, but no one does anything about it.”

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The Village gives thanks…

Without the help of many, Ada would not be what it is
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, November 22, 2016

This Thanksgiving, we are saying thank you to all those who volunteer and work hard to improve our community. Without the help of many, Ada would not be what it is.

Residents are served throughout the year by the volunteer work of the Ada Tree Commissioners, Planning Commissioners and Board of Zoning Appeals members. These individuals serve on the referenced commissions and boards on their own time, and continually work to improve the appearance and health of the community.

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Keith Durkin pursues research passion as guest editor of Behavioural Neurology journal

He’s an ONU professor of sociology
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Ohio Northern University professor of sociology Keith Durkin is pursuing his research passion as guest editor of an upcoming special issue of the journal Behavioural Neurology. In this issue, the link between criminology and neurodevelopment is closely examined, with the goal being to bridge the gap between experimental psychology and applied forensic mental health. 

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School record 14 players named All-Ohio Athletic Conference in football

Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, November 22, 2016

By Tim Glon

A school record 14 Ohio Northern players were named All-Ohio Athletic Conference in football for 2016 in voting conducted by the league's 10 head coaches.

Seniors Reed Allen (Whitehouse/Anthony Wayne), Scott Rapps (Bay Village/Bay) and Logan Ray (Van Wert), junior Zach Schmerge (Wapakoneta), sophomore Joe French (Elgin, Ill./St. Edward Central Catholic) and freshman Christiaan Williams (Sidney/Anna) were all selected as First Team honorees.

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Feet for Fines at the Ada Public Library

Posted by Rhett Grant on Monday, November 21, 2016

The Ada Public Library is pairing up with the FRIENDS of the Ada Public Library to gather much needed clothing items for the kiddos of Hardin Co.! Not only does a donation benefit, Helping Hands (a Hardin Co. charity), but also enables patrons to pay off library fines* at the same time!

1 pair of NEW kid’s shoes** = $5 worth of fines
1 pair NEW gloves = $5 worth of fines
1 new hat or scarf = $5 worth of fines
1 pair of NEW kid’s socks = $1 worth of fines

*Not eligible for lost book fees
**No flip flops, please

Feet for Fines runs November 21st — December 14th

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