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Athens, Ohio
Recreation/Nature
400

This former student transferred to UCLA and is best known for voicing Bart Simpson on the Simpsons?

Nancy Cartwright

400

Where on campus can you find workout equipment, a climbing wall, and basketball courts?

Ping Recreation Center

400

This iconic Ohio University event on Court Street attracts thousands of visitors every October for costumes and music.

HallOUween Block Party

400
Athens City is the seat of which county?

Athens County

400

What is the name of the nature area outside of Baker that used to be the original path of the river?

Emeriti Park

800

This Bobcat dropped out of his engineering program in 2014 to pursue a YouTube career (and later Boxing)?

Logan Paul

800

Where can students go to talk to someone about their mental health?

Counseling and Psychological Services or Lets Talk Hours at LLC

800

Every fall, students line up to take part in this Ohio University tradition that culminates in a parade through the streets of Athens.

HOUmecoming

800

Gwyneth Philips, an Athens native took home a Gold Medal during the 2026 Winter Olympics in this sport.

Ice Hockey

800

What river flows around campus? 

Hocking River

1200

This Ohio University alumni-founded company revolutionized the travel and hospitality industry with a popular online platform for vacation rentals.

Airbnb

1200

Where can students go to receive healthcare on campus?

Hudson Health Center

1200

What is the name of the Ohio University fight song?

Stand Up and Cheer

1200

What festival takes places every fall in the Athens area, focusing on a native fruit?

Pawpaw Festival
1200

What is the lake that is a few miles off campus where you can rent boats and paddleboards? 

Strouds Run Lake or Dow Lake

1600

This Ohio University Alumni is a well known public servant who went on to become the 65th Governor of Ohio. (He is the namesake for the OU School of Leadership and Public Service)

George Voinovich



1600

What is the resource that can help get tutors for many different classes?

The Academic Achievement Center

1600

Before graduation, students avoid stepping on this campus landmark, located on College Green, to preserve their academic success.

The University Seal

1600

What is the art studio that host the community with mental/learning disabilities to make art?

Passionworks

1600

What is the national recreation northwest of Athens?

Wayne National Forest

2000

An Ohio University alumni-founded this company known for producing innovative wearable fitness trackers.

FitBit

2000

Through what program can students receive up to $1500 for non-traditional learning programs?

Office of Experiential Learning

2000

What is the name of Ohio University's original mascot before being renamed to Rufus in 2006?

Mr. Bobcat

2000

When was Athens founded?

1797

2000

How long is the Athens Adena Bikeway?

22 miles