It is not too late to save a life. It is not too late to give blood. But you can’t do it on Southern Oregon University’s campus. One pint of blood can save up to three lives, according to…
Author: Julie Akins
McNeal Pavilion Behind Schedule
The construction and demolition of Southern Oregon University’s McNeal Pavilion has had some setbacks in the past few months due to budget issues. Now the next steps can be taken; demolition of houses on Stadium Street for the new student…
SOU, Thinking Local?
With the recent opening of Human Bean and the upcoming launch of Einstein Bagels, Rebecca Espindola, a barista at the Java Union, laments the trend of chain stores on campus, “Does SOU represent Ashland’s local vibe? I’m kind of sad…
Snowmageddon Fuels Mt. A.
“I’m stoked on Mt. Ashland finally being open and staying open this season” says SOU student Christianne Steele, excited to be back on the slopes. She is one of many who have been able to return to Mt. Ashland after…
Pass the Cushman: The Scoop on Dog Poop
*Connor Cushman is a humorist for The Siskiyou. His views do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Siskiyou or Southern Oregon University. As the son of Mastiff owners I know a thing or two about not picking up dog…
Ashland Students Struggle to Find a Home
Last Tuesday the city council took additional steps towards securing affordable housing for residents by agreeing to restore the 20-acre Union Pacific Railroad property located between Clear Creek Drive and Rogue Place and south of East Hersey Street. Mayor Stromberg,…
Raiders Make it to Title Game-Where to Watch it.
Another big year for Southern Oregon University’s football team. The Raiders have made it to the NAIA football title game for the second year in a row. The number of people wanting to watch the game together is expected to…
Students Choice: Food or Tuition?
In a nation where tuition is increasing substantially and student debt is at an all time high, many students have been left deciding if they have enough money to pay for food or their tuition. According to a study by…
Mount Ashland Opening
After a multiple season dry spell Mount Ashland is covered in snow and ready for a full winter of skiing and snowboarding. While still not a confirmed opening date, Mt. Ashland Development Director Michael Stringer feels “optimistic” about being able…
No Holiday for Safeway
For those longing for the humble ways of Safeway in its quaint building with easy parking -it appears you won’t have to wait much longer. Albertsons, which bought the store back from Northwest grocery chain, Haggen, says in its latest…