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…
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Restructuring of student affairs department leads to elimination of several positions, including dean of students
Southern Oregon University has seen many changes over the summer, chief among them being the restructuring of the student affairs department and the elimination of several positions in a move that, according to university officials, will create better communication between…
ASSOU and OSPIRG spread the word about voting
As the 2012 presidential election approaches, so does the deadline for voter registration. With this in mind, the Associated Students of Southern Oregon University have come together with Oregon Student Public Interest Research Group for the “Vote OR Vote” campaign,…
New ASSOU budget increases student government pay by 74%
(Retraction: the original article read that the ASSOU payroll budget for this academic year increased by 174 percent. The correct number is 74 percent) The Associated Students of Southern Oregon University revealed their updated payroll budget for the 2012-2013 academic…
Looking to get involved on campus? Join a club
Southern Oregon University recognizes that the quality of a student’s college experience is not defined by GPAs or transcripts, but also by their level of involvement in their campus and community. There are 87 registered clubs at SOU, and despite…
Folk musician Sean Hayes coming to Ashland tomorrow
“Sean Hayes is a young man with an old soul.” (National Public Radio) Sean Hayes, a folk musician from San Francisco, may not be as well known as the actor from Will & Grace with the same name, but has…
While you were out: summer news from Ashland
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…
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…