Students’ return to the classrooms of Southern Oregon University is the final sign of summer giving way to fall. Here is a recap of what happened while you were out, according to headlines from the Ashland Daily Tidings and the…
Category: Campus
New food company replaces Sodexo on campus
Southern Oregon University has seen many changes around campus in the last year, with the renovation of Churchill hall nearing completion and the North Campus Village housing project ahead of schedule. The newest change on campus is the replacing of food service provider…
Something for everyone: student clubs and organizations at SOU
For many incoming students, the multitude of resource centers, student clubs, and student advocacy groups at Southern Oregon University can be a little confusing. We here at the Siskiyou recognize that, and have prepared a handy dandy “who’s who” of…
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…
SOU’s new apiary program sets campus abuzz
Three new bee colonies found a home on the Southern Oregon University campus in mid-May, completing the first stage of a long-term environmental education project developed by graduate student Ryan King. King, who is currently studying in SOU’s Environmental Education…
New dorm recycling program sends unwanted items to Goodwill instead of landfill
As the school year comes to an end and students pack up and move out of the dorms to go home for the summer, items that can be recycled or donated are usually thrown out. Southern Oregon University’s new Full…
“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…
Ever skipped class during break? There’s a word for that…
In our ever-changing world, we are constantly finding ourselves at a loss of words. For example, how would you describe the ever-so-common phenomenon of students going to their classes, and then leaving during break? Edwin Battistella, a Southern Oregon University…
Penny pinching next year means increased tuition, fewer services
In today’s world it’s hard to find a job that doesn’t require a degree from a college or university, and every year tuition rises to compensate for the deficit afflicting many Oregon institutions. In order to compensate for a $2.5…