Oregon Daily Emerald

Saving Sepulveda

Dozens of students have joined together to raise money and push the University to renew the contract of the popular language

by Allie Grasgreen

When University senior Priscilla Ann Mendoza heard that Spanish Instructor Jesus Sepulveda's contract would not be renewed for the 2007-08 academic year, she was shocked. As a romance languages major, Mendoza took three classes from Sepulveda and found the instructor to be "an enormous asset to the University community.

Investigation continues in Reams case

by Trevor Davis

Eugene police are continuing their investigation of the Brian Reams hit-and-run case, but are releasing few details. A driver struck and killed Reams, a 22-year-old University student from Pocatello, Idaho, last month. "At this point the investigation is continuing actively, but we can't give much of an update," Eugene police spokeswoman Kerry Delf said, citing that the case is ongoing.

Budget cuts could raise Oregon tuition by 18 percent

by Jason N. Reed | News reporter

Proposed cuts to Gov. Kulongoski's budget for higher education could force the Oregon University System to raise tuition 18 percent during the next two years. More than one hundred students plan to show their opposition to the proposed budget cuts and give public testimony at the State Capitol this afternoon and tomorrow.

Renovated cafe features new interior, menu

by Linda Gerstenberger

A bigger and better McMenamins East 19th Street Cafe reopens today at 11:00 a.m. after being closed for six weeks for renovation. The restaurant and bar has expanded to allow room for two pool tables, two pinball machines, two dart boards and one snooker table.

Vigil pays respect to Virginia Tech victims and families

by Laura Fong | Freelance reporter

In honor of the 33 lives lost during the Virginia Tech shooting on April 16, University students and community members held a candlelight vigil in the Erb Memorial Union Amphitheater on Monday night. Tea lights dotted the photographs of the 33 victims that lined the bottom step of the amphitheater.

ASUO executive candidates spent more than $3,000 each on campaigns

by Jobetta Hedelman

This year's top two ASUO Executive candidates spent around $4,000 each on their campaigns and will not be reprimanded for any elections violations related to spending.