Beatriz Abella is not your average college student. A music business and music performance double major in her senior year, she performed solo at Carnegie Hall in April after winning second place in a nation-wide competition put on by the…
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Federal judge to kick off lecture series
This year’s Southern Oregon University campus theme will begin with a bang as Judge John E. Jones III gives two lectures this coming week on what happens when science, politics, and religion meet in a court of law. Jones was…
Occupy Ashland: Rise of the 99%
The Ashland Plaza was filled with about 200 peaceful protesters this weekend during Occupy Ashland, a reaction to Occupy Wall Street, a nation-wide protest that started September 17 in New York City in an effort to raise awareness about corporate…
Patrick Dodd’s political prowess
People from many backgrounds have been inspired to “occupy” cities across the nation since Occupy Wall Street began its protest in New York roughly three weeks ago. It was no surprise to see the people of Ashland join in the…
Classical composers for decibel-tolerant newcomers
Hopefully you all know vaguely who Wagner was, or at least his profession. Have you heard “The Ride of the Valkyries?” Good, then you’ve heard Wagner. It’s pronounced vawg-ner, not wag-ner, so try not to be wrong. Wagner is not…
SOU’s Gregory Martin shows “Headspace” in Stevenson Union Gallery
At the Stevenson Union here at Southern Oregon University, students may be familiar with the third floor gallery, where some of today’s hottest artists are represented in full, with their many works on display for all to see. As of…
Music News (10/3-10/9)
Gorillaz will release best-of compilation The Damon Albarn-fronted band will be releasing a 15-track compilation of singles, videos and remixes to celebrate the band’s 10th anniversary. Tentatively titled “The Singles Collection,” the album will arrive Nov. 29 and will be…
Diary of a Doorman
Most nights in the doorman/bar business are passive and predictable. You stand at the door, take the money and check IDs. It’s not rocket science. You deal with the random transient and underage schemer, and take it all in stride.…
Comments from the Peanut Gallery
The Siskiyou is adding a bit of retro flair to the last of our print editions. We’re drawing inspiration from the past by modeling our logo after some of our favorites from the 1960s to 1990s, as well as re-printing…
OSPIRG’s 5 Tips to Save Energy – Week 2
1. Sign up for an energy walk through with an energy service corps volunteer! 2. Report any leaks, drips, or maintenance issues to your facility manager. 3. Purchase ENERGY STAR appliances (fridges, microwaves, computers). 4. Use a laptop rather than…