Southern Oregon University has long been proud of its commitment to sustainability, advocating stewardship of the environment and a “more restorative form of capitalism,” according to the university’s website. The university has received national attention for its progress toward a…
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National Coming Out Day all about support, encouragement for gay community
The Queer Resource Center of Southern Oregon University celebrated “National Coming Out Day” Thursday, using a literal door set up in the Stevenson Union courtyard to represent the figurative “closet door” out of which the LGBTQ community say they have…
Traveling preachers cause a stir on campus
The area in front of the Stevenson Union is designated a Free Speech Zone. However, the most recent group to utilize this space caused an outcry from students. On Tuesday Oct. 9, the Luke 10:2 ministries came to campus and…
Southern Oregon Pride festival kicks off Thursday, Oct. 11
The 2012 Southern Oregon Pride Festival is almost upon us, and it’s looking to be bigger and even better than last year. A celebration promoting equality, tolerance, and a sense of community among Southern Oregon’s gay community, this year’s festivities will…
Looking for something to do this summer? Why not volunteer?
There is never a lack of opportunity for people to volunteer in Southern Oregon, and this summer presents the perfect chance for students in Ashland and the Rogue Valley to take part in their community, while also challenging themselves. “I…
“My Darling Lenny”: A Celebration Of Life For Lenny Holland
My Darling Lenny As many of you know Lenny Holland passed away on Monday May 28th. I am extremely sorry to you all for this great loss of a wonderful man. Lenny Holland was a compassionate man with a magnificent…
Friendship and Loss: Remembering Lenny Holland
We all lose something special just when we need it most. Friendship is among these. We have a disagreement, someone moves away; we just lose touch or simply don’t make the effort to maintain the connection. Usually this friendship wasn’t…
Want to see a show? OSF offers special discounts to patrons between 19 and 35
Although Ashland is known for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, many people don’t know all the Festival has to offer. In addition to its 11-show season, backstage tours, discussions with the actors, special matinees for school groups, and the Green Show,…
Final lecture in the “Civility” series takes aim at American involvement in Middle East
Students and community members alike gathered to hear distinguished professor and author Andrew Bacevich give a lecture May 17, which critically addressed the United States’ actions in the global “war on terrorism,” a war he said went far beyond the…
Student walkout will take a stand on budget cuts, disinvestment in higher education
Southern Oregon University, like many other universities nationwide, has been severely impacted by the disinvestment in higher education, and students and community members have finally decided it is time to take a stand. On Thursday May 17 at noon, students…