The ceremony marks the formal transfer of authority to a new president before faculty members in full academic regalia and the university community.

The UO has been a top source of volunteers for the aid organization for more than 10 years and this year is No. 16 among large universities.

From martial arts demonstrations to symphonic percussion, UO students and faculty help make the annual Asian Celebration memorable.

Wyden and Sen. Jeff Merkley helped secure a $400,000 grant for the new National Center for Advanced Wood Products Manufacturing and Design.

The program helps undergraduate students outside the natural sciences understand how research informs learning throughout the humanities.