Mushroom workshop uncovers species new to science
Professor Yu-Ming Ju of Taiwan, one of the world's leading experts on the mushroom family Xylariaceae, took part in the workshop.
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UO's Hector Tobar named PEN book award judge
Hector Tobar, a professor in the UO’s School of Journalism and Communication, has been selected as one of three judges for the PEN Open Book Award, offered by the PEN American Center.
VP Alex-Assensoh calls for dialogue, action in wake of UM strife
President Michael Schill will meet with student leaders of color to talk about their experiences on campus and the issues they face.
Two students chosen as graduate interns for Fembot
The Fembot Collective is an international collective focused on feminist media studies and digital humanities.
The week that was in social media, Nov. 2-9
We highlighted Homecoming 2015, a big win over Cal, campus running tours, Cheezy Grillers, and how our student-athletes reached out to survivors of the UCC shooting.
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Robin Jaqua, UO supporter and philanthropist, dies at 94
With her husband, John, Robin Jaqua was a loyal and generous Duck and an advocate for children and the arts.
President launches initiative to open doors, reduce time to graduation
The $17 million plan will expand scholarship and help students save thousands in tuition by helping ensure they graduate in four years.
President to unveil new student access and success program
The new plan will build on the success of PathwayOregon, the innovative program that is aiding hundreds of Oregon students.
The week that was in UO social media, Oct. 26-Nov. 1
Here's a quick look at some of our most popular social media posts over the past week. We highlighted undergraduate research, threw back to the Columbus Day Storm of 1962, celebrated Edward Cheserek's record-setting third straight Pac-12 cross country title and the Ducks' heart-stopping triple overtime win over Arizona State, captured Captain AmeriDuck in full regalia, and featured our chemistry students smashing frozen pumpkins in the name of science.
President to discuss access, opportunity at all-campus event
President Michael Schill is inviting the campus and community to his first all-campus address at 11 a.m. Nov. 10 in the EMU ballroom.
The president said he will outline progress and plans to improve access, retention and graduation rates. The address will also be streamed live on the UO Channel. Here is the full text of his message: