Editor’s Note: The Voting Project is a collection of interviews put together by D.L. Richardson’s JRN251 class. With elections fast approaching, the class went out and asked people two simple questions: who they were voting for and why. The answers…
Month: October 2012
“Rock the Vote” educates students
With less than a week until Election Day, organizations on the Southern Oregon University campus are working to encourage students to educate themselves and submit their ballots. As a part of the “Vote OR Vote” campaign hosted by Associated Students of Southern…
Southern Oregon Follows Senior Night with Two Victories in Last Home Matches
Ashalnd, Ore. – The Southern Oregon University volleyball team closed their last weekend of regular season home matches with two wins sweeping Evergreen State Friday night and defeating Northwest in four sets on Saturday at Bob Riehm Arena. Before the start…
The Voting Project: Tuesday, Oct. 30
Editor’s Note: The Voting Project is a collection of interviews put together by D.L. Richardson’s JRN251 class. With elections fast approaching, the class went out and asked people two simple questions: who they were voting for and why. The answers…
“Homefree Hostels” give back to the community
Ten years ago Aaron Fletcher, 30, voluntarily went homeless to pursue a sustainable lifestyle, free of possessions and the daily routine. He was looking to create solutions to some of society’s issues, and learn more about himself in the process. Traveling from…
SO Pride Photo Gallery
Pictures from SO Pride 2012 by Katie Breen.
QRC’s “Thursday’s a Drag” a hit
Southern Oregon University’s Queer Resource Center’s second annual “Thursday’s a Drag” gave attendees an inspiring experience last week, with slam poetry, live acoustics, skits and dances, and an appearance by the “Diamond Divas” featuring SOU students promoting an anti-bullying campaign. Co-hosting the show…
Eat your heart out: Greenleaf Restaurant
I’ll admit it: for living in Ashland for over a year now, I’ve done a horrible job at going out to experience local cuisine. I tend to eat out only if it’s cheap or a special occasion, but Ashland offers too many…
Food Pantry program offers help to students in need
Hungry and broke students currently enrolled at Southern Oregon University have the opportunity to take advantage of free food as part of the school’s new Food Pantry program designed to address the needs of low-income students. Students in need can get a…
“Biome” Erickson an unconventional candidate for Ashland mayor
One of the three candidates for Ashland mayor may seem unconventional, a fact he openly acknowledges and supports. Michael Erickson, listed as “Biome” on the ballot, is pursuing a vision of government led by citizens rather than politicians. Erickson is originally from…