It's a good week to avoid driving to or near campus, as several streets will be closed or reserved and traffic will be heavy.

The famed composer, who's son is a UO journalism student, spent a day talking songwriting with students and faculty.

The university sponsored the 'We Are Oregon' section, which featured the parade's grand marshals.

His earlier experience on the Exxon-Valdez oil spill came back into play when another spill threatened archaeological sites near Santa Barbara.

The UO chemist will use the funds to enhance his research on solar water splitting technology.