UO SOJC among 15 journalism schools signing a letter protesting Sinclair Broadcast Group
University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication’s Dean Juan-Carlos Molleda has joined 15 other university journalism schools airing their concerns towards Sinclair Broadcast Group and its chairman, David Smith in this letter. The letter comes after Sinclair, which is the largest owner of television stations in the U.S. forced its news …
In the wake of robberies near campus, Eugene Police emphasizes safety
As the second week of spring term starts up, some students are wondering about their safety on campus after a string of robberies during the weeks leading up to spring break have still gone unsolved. The Eugene Police Department reports there have been eight robberies near campus between Jan. 1 …
Fraternity and Sorority Life holds candlelight vigil for Gamma Phi Beta sorority sister Nicole Panet-Raymond
“She just really knew how to love life. She really knew how to live.” This sentiment and many others like it echoed to the crowd of hundreds of students that collected at the EMU amphitheater for a candlelight vigil to mourn the death of University of Oregon student Nicole Panet-Raymond, 19, …
Day two highlights from Board of Trustees meeting: tuition raise and differential tuition approved
The Board of Trustees met for the second day and has voted to increase tuition and approve differential tuition. While many University of Oregon students spoke up against the tuition raise at the meeting, it was approved unanimously. Here are a few highlights from the day’s meeting. Tuition Raise The …
Board of Trustees meeting; Highlights from the first day
The Board of Trustees met today in the ballroom of the Ford Alumni Center to discuss important issues to the University of Oregon. Here are some highlights from the first day and a preview of what to expect tomorrow. The Academic and Student Affairs Committee of the BoT met first …
Acting executive director Patrick Phillips releases letter on updates to Knight Campus
Acting Executive Director of the new Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, Patrick Phillips released an update about the Knight Campus via the new site for the campus, Accelerate. In his letter, Phillips illuminated on many of the recent developments for the Knight Campus, including that the …
UO Provost Jayanth Banavar talks diversity, student success and his first term at UO
University of Oregon Provost Jayanth Banavar has very full days. Meetings with faculty, with students and with deans from different schools and colleges — all with the aim to solve as many issues as he can. “The job I have is really to be a champion for our students, for …
New Oregon laws include bottle tax increase, new vehicle registration fees and gas pumping laws
The Oregon state legislator is laying down new laws that started on Jan. 1, so watch out for some of them that are likely to affect University of Oregon students — especially drivers, smokers and beverage drinkers. Here are some new laws in Oregon that you should know: Bottle Tax …
UO students have options when it comes to stalking situations
For some University of Oregon students, stalking is not a plot in a Netflix movie that goes away when you shut off the TV. UO’s Title IX Annual Report for 2016 reported 44 disclosed cases of stalking for the calendar year. Oregon’s Department of Human Services reported that sexual and …
Bean West Hall construction works to eliminate lead pipe problem
With recent renovation work happening in Bean West Hall and continuing through the year, many students living there will see renovations aimed to improve the standard of living in the hall. One of those renovations will be improving the lead pipes that Bean Hall has been using. In spring of …
Schill shouted down: Small protest, big disruption
Protesters swarmed the EMU Ballroom stage last Friday to disrupt University President Michael Schill’s scheduled State of the University speech. Compared to past protests at UO, this was a small one — but it ended the speech before it could begin. A group of about 45 protesters identifying as “the …
President Schill speech suspended by protesting students
UO President Schill’s State of the University speech was suspended after a group of protesting students swarmed the stage after it started. Hundreds of audience members left the EMU Ballroom after Kevin Marbury, interim vice president of student life, announced the suspension about five minutes into the protest speech. Marbury …
5 things Kate Brown wants to do for UO students if she wins re-election
When Oregon Governor Kate Brown announced on Sept. 25 that she would be running for re-election in 2018, she didn’t have much time to celebrate because her campaigning began immediately. Brown has been on the campaign trail since Nov. 9, 2016 after she won her first election for Governor. During …
New drug developed by UO chemist could help kidney disease sufferers
People who suffer from a certain kidney disease may soon be testing a UO-patented drug. And if approved by FDA, the drug would bring revenue to UO. Jim Barlow, the director of Science and Research Communications said the drug, CXA-10 reached “phase two” of clinical trials, and it’s an enormous …
UO paleontology professor wins award for collecting fossils
On August 26, Paleontologist Ted Fremd received one of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology’s (SVP) highest awards. The Morris F. Skinner Award acknowledged Fremd’s contribution to the paleontology world by collecting fossil vertebrae. Fremd has also had five separate fossil species named after him. A researcher with the university’s Museum …
Firing of Oregon Bach Festival director is still a mystery
Last month, University of Oregon fired Oregon Bach Festival Artistic Director Matthew Halls. The firing was a shock because in June the university gave Halls a long-term contract that included the promise of a six-figure paycheck. But the reason UO fired Halls is still unclear. UO also agreed to pay …
Voluntary and mandatory medical leave: what you need to know
As students enter a new school year, there’s always a concern that due to something like a torn ACL, anxiety or depression, they will have to drop out. But UO has a policy for these situations that often goes unseen, and it could mean that a student loses their tuition …
ASUO President Amy Schenk looks forward to a year of changes and student connections
When you talk to the people who know 2017- 18 Associated Students of The University of Oregon (ASUO) President Amy Schenk best, certain words come to mind when describing her. One of the most prolific would be ‘passionate’. Schenk’s passion for improving students lives shows in everything she does. She’s …
Back to the Books: Tips for transfer students on how to triumph over their first year at UO
As a new year starts, many wide- eyed new students will be experiencing the campus in a rush of new classes, new rules, and plenty of ins and outs to adjust to. While the traditional freshman student will feel this more than most, there’s a group of students who will …
UOPD makes arrest in connection to on-campus rape
UOPD has arrested 21-year-old Alejandro Martin Cibrian, of Eugene, who allegedly raped a 21-year-old woman on the University of Oregon campus. The rape occurred August 19, near the Collier House on East 13th Avenue. Cibrian was arrested on Monday in connection to the case, and faces first-degree rape and second-degree …
Local non-profit works to offer free sexual assault counseling services to the community
One of the most important parts of surviving sexual assault is the healing process that comes after. While this is never an easy process, Sexual Assault Support Services (SASS) is hoping to ease the financial needs for survivors so they can receive the necessary assistance. SASS is a local non-profit …
UO live- in requirement has potential for problems for student dietary restrictions
University of Oregon’s new freshman live-in requirement has raised questions whether the university can accommodate the freshmen’s special dietary needs Many students have health and religious restrictions that limit what they can eat Leah Andrews, the Director of Marketing and Communication for UO Housing has worked to understand student’s needs. …
Update: UOPD arrests suspect in patrol car theft
UOPD has apprehended the man suspected of stealing a UOPD patrol car on Wednesday, June 28. According to Chief of Police Matthew Carmichael, the suspect is 30 year old Ryan Paul McGill of Medford, Oregon. He was detained at a Greyhound bus station by officer Hubbard. They were able to …
Judge dismisses lawsuit brought against UO by three former men’s basketball players
For the second time, a federal court judge has decided to dismiss lawsuits filed by former UO basketball players Brandon Austin, Dominic Artis and Damyean Dotson, court records show. Austin’s lawsuit sought $7.5 million while Artis and Dotson had sued together in a separate case and sought $21 million. The …
ASUO office restructures, leaving four students jobless
Officials in the ASUO office will be replacing four student jobs with professional staff members to improve efficiency as part of a restructuring process. Because of this, there will be fewer students working in the student government office, which has upset some ASUO members. During a staff meeting on May …
Three ways the Trump budget could affect UO students; U.S. Senator Ron Wyden weighs in
The day the Trump Administration released the 2018 fiscal year budget proposal, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden tweeted a picture of a copy in the recycling bin. The tweet stated, “This is where the #TrumpBudget belongs.” The proposal aims to cut 13.5 percent of the federal education budget. Cuts will affect …
2016-17 ASUO leaders reflect on a year of successes and challenges as it comes to an end
May 24 marked the end of the year for the 2016-17 ASUO year. Throughout the year, the group has aimed to improve the lives of students through a variety of goals including campus lighting, higher education advocacy and a new and improved Health, Counseling and Testing Center. Former President Quinn Haaga …
ASUO raises awareness for higher education funding through WTF Phone Bank
On Wednesday, about 50 students called state legislators to lobby for increased funding for higher education. ASUO ran the event, called WTF Phone Bank, in the EMU Call Center. Natalie Fisher, the External Vice President for ASUO who was running the session, has seen success with their mission. “We have had …
Fraternity and Sorority Life director Justin Shukas resigns
On Friday, the director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, Justin Shukas, resigned. His departure could result in a change for the FSL culture, depending on who the school hires and what the new hire decides to do with the position. According to a Facebook post, Shukas said he was offered …
UO students in a new group called No Lost Generation lend a hand to refugees
A new student group on the University of Oregon campus is aiming to take on a large project with big impact. The group is called No Lost Generation. They’re attempting to help refugees of Middle Eastern countries who currently struggle to find a home when theirs has been destroyed by …