Local politicians and activists convened at Southern Oregon University on Jan. 12 as part of an initiative to help students connect with democracy, advocacy, and…
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Campus Event Elevates Youth Perspectives in a Polarized Political Landscape
Politics is just as important for students as it is for “adults” and those in office. Young people, aged 18-29 make up a large portion…
Connecting Storytelling and Journalism with Anchor and Reporter Trish Glose
Even before she became a familiar face in Oregon journalism, and later the creator of her own successful digital storytelling venture, Trish Glose was simply…
EPIC Energizes Student Engagement at SOU
If there’s something fun happening on campus at Southern Oregon University, chances are EPIC had a hand in it. From Glowfest to the Homecoming tailgate,…
Lego Beats Pizza in a Cinematic Showdown at Shasta Hall
They tried to have a pizza party at Shasta Hall, but a celebration of The Lego Movie broke out instead. The fourth floor of Shasta…
Transforming Procrastination During Hannon Library’s Long Night
At 8pm on Nov. 5, Southern Oregon University’s Hannon Library sprang to life. The session started slow, with a few individuals on computers or grabbing…
Murder at SOU: Campus Programs Kick Off a Scary Holiday Season
Southern Oregon University witnessed its first murder of the year on the night of Nov. 5th. But rather than leading to blood and yellow caution…
Campus & Community Resources Help SOU Students Navigate SNAP Uncertainty
As the federal government’s current shutdown grinds on, many Southern Oregon University students are beginning to confront uncertainty around the federal government’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance…
SOU Students Protest at Ashland’s No Kings Day Rally
Southern Oregon University students joined members of the local community to demonstrate in Ashland’s Downtown Plaza as part of the nationwide No Kings Day protests…
Despite Student Advocacy, SOU Drops Creative Writing Major
The Siskiyou had previously reported that the Creative Writing major was expected to withstand Southern Oregon University’s recent exigency plan. However, Andrew Gay, Dean of…