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Oregon Daily Emerald1222 E 13th Ave., #300,

Eugene, OR 97403541.346.5511

Oregon Daily Emerald Publishing Co., Inc. pub-lishes Duck Life magazine. The Emerald is an independent, nonprofit news organization with offices in the Erb Memorial Union. The company has served the University of Oregon community since 1900. © 2011 COVER NATE MAKUCH AND AARON MARINEAU

Editor in chiefTyree Harris

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ContributorsSteven Anderson, Taro Baugnon, Kawika Bernal, Tara Celentano, Cyd Dutcher, Thomas Furey, Nathaniel Genovia, Clarice Guido, Matt Hanlon, Cari Johnson, Saige Kolpack, Eri Mizobe, Lorin Nelson, Darey Nenni, Geoff Nudelman, Baylea O’Brien, Alisha Roemeling, Nora Simon, Dustin Turner, Madelynn Vislocky

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PAGE 8Tired of textbooks? Try other options that can save you cash

Conserving energy in the home is all about the little things

You don’t have to be 21 to enjoy Eugene’s party atmosphere

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Academic Advising paves the way for incoming students, allowing them to flourish

Emerald Editor in Chief Tyree Harris tells you to make college what you want it to be

Finish that paper and study in silence at one of the University’s many quiet hot spots

The Career Center offers students the resources to find that enjoyable job with a future

Credit debt drowns many students; learn how to use cards safely while developing history

With so many different options, campus dining can be confusing without a guide

Meet with other like-minded students through the University’s cultural groups

Choosing majors is a fundamental step for all incoming freshmen

Eugene’s colorful shops gives the city it’s well-known character and verve

Depression can devastate a student, but campus resources are at hand to help

PAGE 36Basic classes encourage students and help show a path toward future degrees

It’s allergy season. Here are a few key pointers on how to survive the suffering

‘Going Greek’ has serious benefits; here’s a list of some of the more important ones

Eugene has a steadily growing music scene, and the major venues around the city are all listed here

Students looking for a relaxing nature experience have to explore Eugene’s parks

College students are famous for being broke, but it is possible to live on a tight budget

Ducks football is king in Eugene, and fans adhere to a few common viewing rules

The barren nature of freshman dorms can be brightened up with ease and an imagination

Knight Library is the historic and learned shelter many students seek during study

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Economics, calculus and Shakespeare are books that you will find piled on your desk. Throughout

your years at the University, you will accumulate stacks of textbooks that will stand taller than you. The college student budget is a tight one with no room for expensive textbooks. Prior to the first day of school, log on to DuckWeb and search the textbooks required for your courses. Take note of how much each book costs so you can compare. Buying textbooks are expensive, but there are alternate solutions to purchasing your book.

ThE DUCk SToREMost students usually purchase their

books directly from The Duck Store because it is on campus and convenient. The second floor of The Duck Store is strictly course books categorized by class subject.

“I like how organized the books are, and they give me candy after I buy my books,” University senior and sociology major Anna Wright said.

SmITh FAmIly BookSToREThe local bookstore located on East

13th Avenue between Alder and Pat-

terson buys and sells used books and textbooks for students. The store has a wide variety as its inventory changes and grows every day. Most books are comparable or less expensive than The Duck Store.

BlACk SUN BookSThis quiet local bookstore located on

East 24th Avenue and Hilyard Street sells novels focusing on literary and science fiction, making it the store for English majors. It is well-versed with poetry at a reasonable price.

FoolSCAp BookSFoolscap Books is an online used

bookstore located in Eugene. Type in biblio.com into your server and click on the “textbooks” tab and find your course book for a reasonable price. They offer an exceptional selection in all subjects.

BURkE’S BookSToREBurke’s is an exclusive online book-

store specializing in first editions, collect-ables and textbooks. However, the store can only be viewed by appointment. Call or visit the bookstore website online to make an appointment today.

AmAzoNGo online at amazon.com and under

“books,” search for your textbooks. By entering the title of the book, search re-sults will display prices for new and used books. It will also give you information on how many are in stock and the condi-tion they are in.

ChEGGIf you do not plan on keeping your

textbooks at the end of the term, con-sider renting them. Chegg.com is an online company that has a wide variety of textbooks available to rent for an af-fordable price. Every textbook you rent, Chegg plants a tree somewhere in the US. So not only are you saving money, you are helping to save the environment.

CAmpUS Book RENTAlSRenting textbooks saves you money,

and you would get the same results as purchasing your own textbook. Campus Book Rentals is an online website that can help you find your books quick and easy. Go online to campusbookrentals.com, and they can help you find your books as they provide live help and quick

Textbooks clogging up your dorm or draining your bank account? Try these cost-effective alternatives

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EvER WaNTEd TO TakE FamILY, FRIENdS OR THaT SPEcIaL SOmEONE TO dINE OFF THE BEaTEN PaTH?

> >Eugene restaurants can be light on

the pocketbook, heavy on flavor.Sometimes in a college town like Eu-

gene, the list of affordable, tasty places to eat falls to what’s near campus.

There’s usually a decent pizza place, a mix of Asian choices and a couple of breakfast spots where everyone congre-gates.

However, there’s a certain culinary spirit here that offers some great food at even greater prices, as along as you’re willing to make a little trip to some of the city’s less-traveled neighborhoods.

With inexpensive options dotted around the city and a wide variety of cuisine to choose from, it’s worth it to seek out one of these hidden gems.

Lonches To Go (988 River Road, Eugene, (541) 461-7920): Based out of a small

trailer at the corner of a strip mall, this Mexican stop isn’t much to look at, but anything on the menu is worth a bite. With gigantic portions and nothing above $8, Lonches is heralded as some of the most authentic south-of-the-bor-der food in the Willamette Valley. Try the simple Big Burrito before venturing out to the Chile Relleno or Fish Tacos.

Giant Burger (3760 Main Street, Springfield, (541) 747-3399): Once featured on

Food Network for its insane five-pound burger challenge, this older joint in East Springfield also serves flavorful, juicy burgers of a more reasonable size. Depending on how hungry you are, a burger will run $5-$7. Although the waitresses will serve with a bit of sass,

the food you’ll be served is well worth it.

Taqueria Mi Tierra (638 Blair Street, Eugene, (541) 743-0779): There’s one reason why

another Mexican food spot made this list: 99-cent tacos. These basic morsels of meat, tortilla, lettuce and salsa are standard size, but explode with flavor. Four or five of these can make a meal and paired with the house-made chips and salsa they bring out while custom-ers wait, that’s a lunch under $5 worth going to Whiteaker for.

Market of Choice on Wil-lamette (67 W 29th Avenue, Eugene, (541) 338-8455):

With an impressive size and selection of organic and locally grown foods, its prepared food and bakery sections are where small, cheap bites are to be had. A breakfast of a house-made challah roll or apple pastry coupled with a cup of fresh-roasted coffee can get your day started for under $4. The South Eugene store also offers freshly made pizzas, fresh-roasted meats and other prepared dishes that can make a meal for under $6.

Fisherman’s Market (830 W Seventh Avenue, Eugene, (541) 484-2722): Typically, a good

piece of fish is very pricey. However, these West Eugene stalwarts are frying up some of the city’s best fish and chips for only $5-$8.

“You get a freshly prepared full meal for a great price,” said Louise Hampton, general manager.

Make sure to ask the fishmongers

what’s in season for the best plate. Govindas Vegetarian Buffet (1030 River Road, Eugene, (541) 461-0093): A quality

Indian buffet where the entire menu is $5.99 per pound or $7.50 for a hearty lunch helping.

Hop Valley Brewing (980 Kruse Way, Springfield, (541) 744-3330):

“There’s good food and good beer in a casual atmosphere,” general manager Joel Bowler said. “Plus, the happy hour is dirt-cheap.”

This brewpub has a killer burger and a beer deal on Sundays for $7.

Hawaiian Time (333 Coburg Road, Eugene, 3510 West 11th Avenue, Eugene, (541) 484-

4450, (541) 684-0919): Both locations provide a taste of authentic island food with most plates under $7.

McMenamins Pubs (mul-tiple locations, Eugene): The legendary Northwest chain has

three locations here, all with the same rotating happy hour menu. One thing that never changes — pints of their spectacular beer for $3.25.

Allann Bros. 5th Street Beanery (152 W 5th Street, Eugene, (541) 342-3378): The

small coffee chain is popular with stu-dents and alumni alike.

“It’s a nice cafe that provides a good studying atmosphere on top of good food and coffee,” recent graduate Lex Chase said.

Quick bites, under $6, all local, good coffee to pair. What’s not to like?

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advising gives students step up in studies

It takes courage to start all over again from the bottom of the food chain. Former college freshmen know what it’s like to have to start from the beginning after being at the top following high school graduation. Soon the incoming freshmen will find out again what it means to be a little fish in a big pond. Though it may seem intimidating, freshmen don’t have to go through their journey alone.

Academic advisers act as a support system for students and help them make sense of the path that lies before them. For freshmen, advisers can be the most impor-tant resource on campus. Many students believe that advisers are only there to help them pick out their classes and map out a plan for the rest of their college career. Not so fast — academic advisers offer much more than that. Here are 10 things students

should know about academic advising.

Freshman should take a maximum of

12-13 credits for their first term

Because of the many changes, fresh-man shouldn’t take the normal amount of credits. School of Education adviser Rachel Johnson says there are too many new things that freshman have to adjust to.

“They should take a little bit of a lighter load,” Johnson said. “They won’t be used to the workload transitioning from high school to college, but it will help them with making other adjustments in their new life.”

Use advisers to discuss course selection

Miranda Atkinson, the School of Jour-nalism and Communication adviser, says it is important for students to meet with an adviser to go over courses.

“It can be a complicated process,” At-kinson said. “It is important for students to be efficient. We can help them meet mul-tiple requirements through their courses.”

Have an adviser go through your

degree audit

Johnson says students should see an adviser around week four or five to discuss their degree audit.

“Students begin to panic around reg-istration,” Johnson said. “It’s important that they figure out their schedule ahead of time.”

Bring a list of questions to advising

Advisers will not be able to help stu-dents if they do not know what they need help with.

“Students should prepare ahead of time,” Johnson said.

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said it is important to have questions: “That’s what they are there for,”she said. “Advisers are great when you have ques-tions.”

Use the Office of advising

For students who are undeclared and have yet to be assigned an adviser, they should make use of the Office of Advising located in 364 Oregon Hall.

“It is a great place primary starting point for students,” Johnson said.

keep in touch with your adviser

It is important for students, especially freshmen, to stay in touch with an adviser. Though it doesn’t need to be multiple times per term, Johnson says freshmen should meet with advisers once per term to ensure questions and concerns will be answered.

degree progress is your responsibility

Students sometimes forget that the progress they make working on their degree is their responsibility. Advisers are only there to help students, not microman-age.

“Some students blame advisers,” Johnson said. “Advisers are there to sup-port them but progress is ultimately the student’s responsibility.”

advising helps students think about

their future

It helps students think about what they want here at the University.

“Advising gets them to think about their academic and personal goals during their time here,” Atkinson said.

Advisers can help you lay out a specific plan to help you meet those goals.

“At the beginning, the advisers were very important because they told me what I needed to do and what I needed to sign up for,” Lohnes said.

advising helps students with major

exploration

Though students may know exactly what they want to major in, they may not know the specific classes they should take. By meeting with an adviser, students can discuss their interests and values.

“We can help them explore majors by

taking specific lasses,” Atkinson said.

advising helps students get involved

Students who want to get involved with organizations on campus but do not know where to start can simply sit down with an adviser and discuss their interests.

“We help point students in the right direction,” Atkinson said.

Advisers support student engagement in extracurricular activities, including search-ing for internships.

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The Career Center at 220 Hendricks Hall (across University Street from the EMU) provides students with many different services and tools to succeed in the world.

When University junior Nate Genovia needed to get an internship, he was directed to the Ca-reer Center for guidance.

“It helped me a lot to get through the process,” he said. However, not many students utilize this resource.

GTF David Brule, who works at the career center, said that it is an under-utilized resource. Brule works with students on resumes, cover let-ters, jobs, internships, major selection and even career assessment tests. He recommends that students come in to the career center as freshmen and sophomores to establish a relationship with the career counselors and use them as a support system.

The center’s services include:• Informational interviews- Students can ar-

range interviews with people in their desired ca-reer field and learn about various jobs.

• Resumes- Students can get tips about how to write and how to improve their resumes.

• Career counseling- Students can schedule time with career counselors and ask questions to help figure out career goals.

• Internships- The career center can help stu-dents find internships in their field of study and arrange them.

• Career, internship and job fairs- The career center hosts fall and spring career fairs as well as annual internship and student job fairs.

• Career assessment- Students can schedule an appointment with career counselors to iden-tify career interests through processes such as choosing major, and identifying skills that stu-dents wish to use in their preferred occupation.

• Peace Corps- Students interested in the Peace Corps can meet with a representative who can answer any questions an interested student may have.

• On-campus recruiting- Students are con-nected with employers who wish to hire them. Various employers come to campus every term to meet prospective employees.

• Workshops- The career center offers various workshops throughout the year on topics of in-terest to job seeking students.

• Resource center- The career center main-tains a collection of books and other resources to help with resume and cover letter writing, job and internship hunting and career research.

The Career Center can also be found online at career.uoregon.edu.

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responses.

lIBRARy The Knight Library offers a

wide variety of textbooks and novels available to University stu-dents. Textbooks are available to rent for a limited number of hours per day. It is easily accessible and convenient for students as the Knight Library is open 24 hours.

Student, and employee at the Knight Library, James Beatty says, “I rented my econ books from the library last term because I didn’t have enough money to buy them at the Duck Store. I also work here, so it was very conve-nient.”

BlACkBoARDBlackboard is a virtual learning

environment and a course manage-ment page for the University. Most of your professors will post lectures, notes and articles available for you to read and study throughout the term.

University student Sommer Erick-son says, “For one of my classes, the readings are posted on blackboard because we use a variety of resourc-es for my reading assignments.”

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New credit card regulations are designed to help students keep their finances in order. Stu-dents must meet one of these criteria: be over 21, prove an income or have a cosigner to get a card. Applications must also be submitted in writing, and old marketing tricks of credit card companies such as offering free T-shirts or coffee mugs have been banned.

Having a credit card to make small charges that can easily be paid off can help students build a credit history, which is important for other types of loans such as auto loans or mortgages later in life. If a student does decide to get a credit card, here are some helpful tips.

• Look at fees- Some cards may carry annual fees. A simple card from a local credit union may carry a small fee of $10 per year, while a a major bank could charge a lot more.

• Look at interest rates- Some interest rates on cards go higher than 20 percent. Another thing to consider with interest rates is if they are introductory, variable or fixed. A card may

offer a low 2 percent introductory rate, but then after a set period of time that rate sky-rockets. Interest rates may also change based on payment history.

• See if the card offers rewards- Reward cards can be useful if used often; however, they may have higher fees or interest rates.

• Is there a grace period?- Some cards offer a grace period, usually 20-25 days, to pay off a charge before interest starts accumulating.

• Read the fine print- This may be a cliche, but it still holds true. A consumer should know exactly what he or she is getting in to before signing on the dotted line.

• Where is the card accepted?- Visa and MasterCard are accepted almost universally, whereas Discover and American Express may not accepted in as many locations.

• Pay your bill every month- Only charge what can be paid off in a few months.

• Be judicious about use- University alumnus Matt Sevits says he started off with

charging only a little bit every month, but after a while it became an easy way to spend money he did not have. “I used my credit card as a lifeline to pay for everything that my limited income couldn’t cover. Plus, my bank kept increasing my credit limit, so I just kept spending. By the time I was done with school, I’d maxed out my credit card at $5,000, and I’m still trying to pay it off,” he said.

• Keep it simple- Bob Harris, the CEO of Pacific Cascade Federal Credit Union, recom-mends that if students that do get credit cards, get a simple one with a low credit limit.

• Do not be afraid to change cards- Debi Bennett, Pacific Cascade’s Vice President of Marketing, says that if a card does not suit your needs, or if a better rate can be found, do not be afraid to change your card.

A credit card can be a great tool when used responsibly or a curse when used irresponsi-bly. Students need to be careful, shop around and know what they are getting in to.

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All freshman entering the University do so knowing that along with the fun of being a Duck comes the responsibility of staying on track in school. While college is an overwhelmingly entertaining experi-ence, do not forget that you are here to better your knowledge and understanding of the world. When you select a major, you make a commitment to yourself and the University that you will be the best that you can be in your given field of study.

With that being said, the University enrollment continues to grow, and students find it harder and harder to locate quiet, suit-able places to study and do their work.

Sheila Gray, executive assistant to the Dean of Students, works in the University’s Knight Library. “Students that study in the library tend to be in random scattered spots. There are rooms open for students to study in, but those are usually occupied quickly.” Gray said. “During finals week, we even have

students studying on the floor.”Easily the most popular study spot on cam-

pus, the Knight Library can get very crowded very quickly. University junior Charlie Han-sen said, “You can always find places tucked away, but the library can get pretty busy and actually pretty loud. It’s definitely not the quietest place to study on campus.”

Because of this, some students find themselves seeking out other libraries on-campus that offer a little more isolation. University junior Evander Powell said he prefers the law library.

“It’s more quiet, and you get a great view of Hayward,” Powell said. “The Science Library is also great, because it has great lighting.”

Campus can get very crowded and noisy, but that is no excuse not to study. There are plenty of great spots to read and get work done on campus that a lot of students do not take advantage of. Here are ten great spots on campus that offer a good study environment.

kNIGhT lIBRARyPros: Most vast collection of books and

resources; helpful librarians willing to coop-erative with students that have difficulties locating materials

Cons: Can get rather crowded rather often; most of the study rooms are taken during the evening, the most popular time to study

SCIENCE lIBRARyPros: Great lighting; opening in the middle

of the ceiling provides a great view of starry nights and sunny days

Cons: Resources are only helpful to those with related majors or those taking science courses at the University; located under-ground, so it can be tough to locate in the midst of the surrounding buildings — also closes an hour earlier than most other cam-pus libraries

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Let’s face it, mommy and daddy aren’t around anymore to cook for you. This means you are on your own as far as your meals go. Here is a brief outline of the dining halls to help guide you to the right place when feeding time rolls around.

BARNhARTBest known for their breakfast and brunch,

the residence halls at Barnhart offer a variety of buffet-style dining options. From the breakfast buffet to the entree buffet, students can select multiple items for a reasonable price. Univer-

sity sophomore Ali Lus, who lived in Barnhart last year, suggests that students try the omelette bar for the optimal breakfast experience. “It’s the best. Try it with onions, ham and cheese — all three together make an excellent combo.”

CommoN GRoUNDS CAFEOut of all the dining halls, Common

Grounds in Hamilton Complex offers the best late-night dining. On the menu you will find a variety of American-inspired dishes, from sandwiches to soup, from coffee to smooth-

ies. It’s a great place to grab a light meal on the go, while it still provides the option to eat in. If you’re looking for something to eat during a mid-day crisis, swing by Common Grounds and enjoy a hot grilled cheese sandwich or one of the daily soup specials.

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Regardless of the legal drinking age, all students want to have fun. Luckily, just be-cause you can’t hit up the bar yet doesn’t mean you have to stay in. With a vast array of school sports and functions, there’s never an excuse for being lonely.

1. Go see a movie- Everyone loves a good movie, but the prices can be unrealis-tic. Check out the Gateway Mall’s Cin-emark Movies 12 theater, where tickets are only $1.50-$2.00. You can also sign up for weekly concession stand coupons to save even more.

2. Get extreme with froyo- Located right next to campus, Yogurt Extreme offers self-serve frozen yogurt until midnight. Wear your Extreme T-shirt to get 10 percent off your snack, and then stick around to watch the big game, or play Nintendo Wii. At just $0.40 per ounce, and a buy-10-get-one-free card, you can’t beat the fun or price.

3. Do something spontaneous- Try play-ing laser tag or paintballing at Paintball Palace, miniature golf at Roaring Rapids Pizza Company or bowling at Strike City Lanes Bowling Center. All are fun and inexpensive ways to get large groups of

friends together. University senior Sommer Erickson also suggested going to the river or hitting the batting cages. “Anything is fun if you’re with friends,” Erickson said.

4. Look for weekly events- Journalism professor Leigh Anne Jasheway admitted, “There are lots of weekly events going on that aren’t posted to Facebook, so no students know about them. There are a variety of comedy shows, music and enter-tainment out there for all ages.” Jasheway suggested checking the weekly adds for events like the Pacific Northwest Women’s Comedy Festival on Nov. 12 this next year. Try checking the school bulletin boards or stopping into any advising office to grab flyers about upcoming events.

5. Matthew Night Arena events- With past events like Cirque Du Soleil and bull riding, the new basketball arena offers students a practical and exciting way to see traveling shows right on campus. Sign up online for email offers, student discounts and free giveaways.

6. Cuthbert Amphitheater- Join the fun at this amphitheater with 5,000 other locals to see artists like Kid Cudi perform

live. Tickets range from $30-$60.

7. Dough Co.- A University classic, Dough Co. delivers until 3 a.m. and offers food that is affordable, mouth-watering and locally owned and operated right on Hilyard Street.

8. Eugene offers- Eugene has many af-fordable activities if you’re willing to look for them. “For the non-native Eugenean, Saturday Market is an absolute must-do,” University graduate student Erica Cizsek, who moved to Eugene for Journalism from Boston noted, “Even if you can’t drink, be sure to check out the Happy Hour specials for some super-delicious affordable food.”

9. Sign up- Groupon and Livingsocial are apps you can download free on your phone, or check out online offerings of daily discounts and specials on local Eu-gene attractions and events. It’s a must for those wanting the most bang for our buck.

10. Voodoo Doughnut- A local Oregon company, Voodoo Doughnut is known nationwide and is featured in many travel guides. Unusual doughnuts and a unique atmosphere make visiting this shop is a must.

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The University of Oregon is a highly di-verse campus, and the wide variety of stu-dent groups are living proof of it. Whether you’re from Asia, Europe, Africa or any other background, there is something out there for you. Cultural student groups offer a support system for both international and domestic students alike. All groups are open to the whole student community, and many hold regular meetings and host events. The EMU houses the offices for these cultural groups, and they are usu-ally open for students to drop in during the week. With such a large selection of groups to pick from, you will never have to feel alone. Here are some highlights of most of the cultural groups.

ThE ASIAN pACIFIC AmER-ICAN STUDENT UNIoN

is a multicultural student group that rep-resents students from Asian-American or Pacific Islander backgrounds.

“APASU is a student group at the Uni-versity of Oregon that serves as a support service and network that focuses on the needs of Asian Pacific American students, faculty, staff and all allies,” said Jesse Fukawa, current outreach coordinator and future co-director. “It actively seeks to educate members on issues directly and indirectly affecting the Asian Pacific Amer-ican community on a campus, national and global level, as well as participating in the broader struggle for social, politi-cal, and racial justice.” For many years, APASU has provided a second family for students. “APASU is a student group that introduces students to social justice and enriches them about the Asian-American movement across the U.S.,” said Adrian Ho, who has been involved in the program for five years.

(EMU Lower Level Room 29, (541) 346-4342, uoapasu.org)

kUlTURA pIlIpINAS is the official University Filipino

club. It provides Filipino students with a support group and helps students adjust to the American lifestyle. They also help to educate others on the Filipino culture and lifestyle.

Current KP staff member Camille Nicolle Estabillo says, “I like to think of Kultura Pilipinas as a way to explore our shared passion for the Filipino culture. We never take ourselves too seriously in order to create an environment where we can laugh, have fun and grow as ethnic or honorary Filipinos.”

(EMU Lower Level Room 29, (541) 346-4387)

ThE JApANESE STUDENT oRGANIzATIoN

“is a place where people can understand and appreciate Japanese culture, and meet other people from Japan or those who are interested in Japanese culture,” says Uni-versity undergraduate Kelli Urabe, a JSO member. The organization hosts several events such as Japanese Night and a sports tournament.

(EMU Main Level International Re-source Center, (541) 346-4389, jso-uo.org)

ThE hoNG koNG STUDENT ASSoCIATIoN

represents people from Hong Kong and Cantonese-Americans. It also aims to educate others who are interested on the culture and lifestyle of Hong Kong.

“HKSA is a culture-centered student group that really pushes the envelope, always challenging itself to do more and to

do better. Yet what is beautiful about HKSA is that it isn’t just a student group, but a group of friends you can call family, your family away from home,” says Melody Young, current co-president. HKSA is a relatively small group, but they host many networking events, including hot pot and karaoke nights.

(EMU Main Level International Re-source Center, (541) 346-4387, gladstone.uoregon.edu/~hksa)

STUDENTS oF ThE INDIAN SUBCoNTINENT

is a group that represents Indian members of both the school and Eugene community. One of their biggest events of the year is Utsav, which is their cultural night that showcases authentic Indian food and per-formances. They also organize Holi, which is an Indian highlighter party celebrating spring, in which many students from both Indian and non-Indian backgrounds participate and have a blast.

(EMU Main Level International Re-source Center, (541) 346-0660, gladstone.uoregon.edu/~sis)

ThE VIETNAmESE STU-DENT ASSoCIATIoN

promotes Vietnamese culture and is also widely known as a group for all types of Asian-Americans. Their biggest annual event is Culture Night, where they display both the joys and challenges of being Viet-namese Asian-Americans.

(EMU Main Level International Re-source Center, (541) 346-0664, gladstone.uoregon.edu/~vsa)

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WELCOME, STUDENTS!

Grace Lutheran Campus Ministry(aka Stronghold)

18th and Hilyard, EugeneInvites you and your friends to join us on Sunday mornings (beginning Sept 25) for

WORSHIP - 10amFREE LUNCH & COLLEGE STUDENT

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Orthodox Christian Fellowship activities held at St. Nektarios House

Contact Erin Makela [email protected] President of UO OCF

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UNIoN meets weekly and hosts several cultural, social activities to promote posi-tive cultural awareness. Their goal is to empower African-American students and develop leadership their skills and elimi-nating stereotypes.

(EMU Lower Level Room 25, (541) 346-4379, gladstone.uoregon.edu/~bsu/index.html)

ThE INTERNATIoNAl

STUDENT ASSoCIATIoN is the biggest multicultural student group on campus. It serves the collective inter-national University community and also welcomes domestic students as a place where they can easily mingle with people from different backgrounds.

“ISA hosts many events throughout the year to celebrate the international diversity on our campus. Coffee Hour has been a campus tradition since 1982 and has been a vital part of the international community at the University,” says Bolormaa Enkhbat, current co-director. ISA holds these coffee hours every Friday in the Mills Internation-al Center — a great lounge area — where all students are welcome to stop by for free food and a chance to socialize. The place is always packed with students from all corners of the world. ISA also organizes events such as movie nights, Halloween Dance, winter formal, outdoor trips, and International Night.

(EMU Main Level International Re-source Center, (541) 346-4387, gladstone.

uoregon.edu/~asuoisa)

moVImIENTo ESTUDIANTI ChICANoS DE AzTlAN

is a support group for Chicano and Latino students. MEChA, one of the 300 nation-wide chapters, strives to improve the ac-cessibility of education among the Chicano and Latino population. They also actively participate in conferences, host workshops and plan other cultural events.

(EMU Lower Level Room 30, (541) 346-3508, pages.uoregon.edu/mecha)

ThE ChINESE STUDENT ASSoCIATIoN

was originally formed by students to provide a homely environment for Taiwanese students to help them adapt to life in the U.S. CSA is composed of both Chinese and Amer-ican students who have a mutual desire to promote healthy ties between Taiwanese and Chinese and their American cultures.

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ThE ARAB STUDENT UNIoN hosts social and cul-

tural events to increase acceptance and understanding of the culture, history and traditions of the Arab countries. The group welcomes Arabs, Arab-Americans and oth-ers who are interested.

(EMU Mills International Center, pages.uoregon.edu/uoasu)

ThE EURopEAN STUDENT UNIoN acts as a link between

Europe and the U.S. for European stu-dents. It also seeks to educate the Univer-sity and Eugene community on European cultures through events.

(EMU Main Level International Re-source Center, (541) 346-4387, gladstone.uoregon.edu/~esa)

ThE JEWISh STUDENT UNIoN is a multicultural group

that welcomes all students who are Jewish

or those who want to learn more about Judaism. They aim to offer support and awareness of the culture, and they host events such as culture night. They also aim to educate University students on the Holocaust.

(EMU Lower Level Room 28, (541) 346-4366, gladstone.uoregon.edu/~jsu)

pERSATUAN mAhASISWA INDoNESIA DI AmERIkA

SERIkAT (pERmIAS) is a group for Indonesian students. They host concerts, pot luck dinners, culture nights and other events.

(EMU Main Level International Re-source Center, (541) 346-4387, gladstone.uoregon.edu/~permias)

ThE AFRICAN STUDENT ASSoCIATIoN increases

awareness and appreciation of African cul-tures on campus and provides a support group for African students.

(EMU Mezzanine Room 202, (541) 346-4387, pages.uoregon.edu/asa)

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Join us for:Lively Shabbat services

Holiday celebrationsAdult Ed classes

Concerts, films, & more

Events Calendar at tbieugene.org

Temple Beth Israel1175 E. 29th Ave.

(at University St. in Eugene) 541.485.7218

Mass ScheduleSat. 5 p.m. Vigil MassSun. 9 a.m. Mass; 11 a.m. Mass;

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Welcoming friends of all faiths to the historic Eugene Bahá’í CenterJoin us Sundays at 10 a.m. for devotions and discussion

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Searching for clarity in a sea of different majors? Take time to explore interests > > story by dARCY NENNI

Navigating the University system to choose a major as a fresh-man or a transfer student can be simply overwhelming. The University offers endless programs, classes and seminars which all sound enticing. So, where to start?

“What most freshmen should know,” says Meghan Farrier-Nolan, a University Academic Advisor, “is that they should take classes in areas they might be interested in to have the opportu-nity to explore those majors. Freshman year is an opportunity to get their feet wet.”

Let’s take a look on campus on what other students are en-rolled in.

According to the University Office of the Registrar’s statistics, the top five majors for undergraduates on campus after Fall 2010 were pre-business administration (10 percent); psychology (6.6 percent); business administration (4.3 percent); human physiol-ogy (4 percent) and biology (3.9 percent). Among freshman, 36.5 percent had not yet declared a focus. After fall term, students were pursuing degrees in 140 different majors.

On a broader scale, the top five schools or colleges students were enrolled in on campus were Arts & Sciences (59 percent; 13,804 students); business administration (14 percent; 3,283 stu-dents); architecture and allied arts (7.1 percent; 1,670 students); journalism (6.6 percent; 1,534 students); and education (5.8 percent; 1,364 students).

Here’s a deeper look into some of the schools and colleges on campus and how to get started:

The Lundquist College of Business has five departments: ac-counting, decision sciences, finance, management and market-ing. It also offers other opportunities to get involved such as the Center for Sustainable Business and Practices; James H. Warsaw Sports Marketing Center; Leadership and Communication Center; Lundquist Center for Entrepreneurship and the Securities Analy-sis Center. Get started with BA 101.

The School of Architecture and Allied Arts has six departments of architecture: art, art history, landscape architecture and

planning, public policy and management. Four programs within the school are arts and administration, historic preservation, in-terior architecture and product design. To get started, prospective art majors take ART 115, 116, 233 in that order. For digital arts, try ARTD 250-252, not necessarily in that order.

Undergraduate majors in the Journalism schools include jour-nalism, advertising, communication studies and public relations. The school also offers a minor in communication studies.

To get started, take J201, J100, and J101.

Education has four departments — counseling psychology and human services, educational methodology, policy and leadership, education studies and special education and clinical services. A minor in special education is offered, and bachelor’s degrees in communication disorders and sciences, educational foundations and family and human services are available for students.

Still feeling overwhelmed? When Farrier-Nolan talks with students, she asks what they’re interested in, what they’ve done well in and suggests classes they might find of interest. “See an advisor to discuss what classes you want to take and to explore new areas. I always suggest starting out with Writing 121,” Farrier-Nolan says.

“Freshman seminars are a chance for students to see what’s out there in a different way, “ Farrier-Nolan recommends. “They’re good for freshman, because it helps their brain transition from high school to college.” Freshman seminars are counted as elec-tives, and the class sizes are generally smaller, taught by faculty in their area of interest and the curriculum is presented in a way that is different from a usual lecture.

University student Rachael Orizotti asked an advisor in Oregon Hall to help her map out which classes to take to fulfill her major requirements and when was the best time to take them. “I would advise freshman to go to academic advising and tell them what you’re interested in and to enroll in a variety of classes. I was too worried about graduating as a freshman, and I never took a class outside of the classes for my major and minor.”

The Office of Academic Advising is located in 364 Oregon Hall on campus, and you can call to schedule an appointment with them at 541-346-3211.

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FOR EVENTS AND INFORMATIONFind us on Facebook: Chabad UofOregonwww.jewishuo.com(541) 484-7665(718) 781-9537

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More than just a slice of Challahand a Bowl of Chicken Soup

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Come join us every Friday Night 6pm (Fall & Winter quarters)

For Other Events and more info Find us on Facebook: Chabad UofOregon Website: jewishuo.com

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Come join us every Friday Night 6pm (Fall & Winter quarters)

For Other Events and more info Find us on Facebook: Chabad UofOregon Website: jewishuo.com

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JohN E. JAqUA lAW lIBRARyPros: Great for freshman staying in

nearby dorms due to its convenient loca-tion; relatively unoccupied compared to other campus libraries

Cons: During law make-up exams, library closes at 9:00 p.m.; can be tough to locate help if you are not a law student

EmpTy ClASSRoomS IN lIllIS BUSINESS ComplEx

Pros: Fantastic building with plenty of room on the third floor; high-tech class-rooms and a scenic view

Cons: Classrooms close early, and you must vacate them once they are closed

EmUPros: A lot of room with plenty of

comfortable seating; many different ar-eas and view so if you get bored it is easy to find another place to study

Cons: Crowded, especially during the day; the building has a tendency to echo and amplify sound

ANy opEN ClASSRoomPros: Very quiet, these rooms are built

with learning in mind so there are very few distractions

Cons: Most rooms don’t have a sched-ule on the door so it is difficult to figure how long the room is available; most University buildings close earlier than students would like

BASEmENT oF mCkENzIE hAllPros: Nearly empty, very quiet and

easily accessible at all timesCons: Lighting can be an issue as

can temperature because it can become pretty cold, relatively far away from most other campus building when considering the other options

JohN E. JAqUA ACADEmIC CENTER FoR STUDENT AThlETES

Pros: Brand new and recently avail-able to non-student-athletes, high-tech

building with interactive rooms and a great little coffee shop to keep going

Cons: Most of the time rooms are taken by tutors; certain resources are still available only to student-athletes

CommoN GRoUNDSPros: For those in Hamilton and Bean

dorms, there is no place closer; food is right up at the counter and it is open until 2 a.m.

Cons: Gets very crowded and loud; also dimly lit

DUx BISTRoPros: During the day, it’s a good well-

lit place to study with plenty of tables and comfortable booth seating

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Eugene is not a one-size-fits-all type of town. It is quirky, fun and unexpected. As a result, it offers many hidden gems.

Restaurants, vintage clothing shops and climbing gyms are a few examples of the special places in Eugene. Below is a sample of some of the more unique places to visit, shop and eat.

pApA’S SoUl FooD kITChEN of-fers barbecue and good ol’ southern-style home cooking. Local newspapers consis-tently give them great reviews for their fried chicken, pulled pork sandwiches and brisket. You can sit inside the cozy res-taurant and feel like you are at your own home or order it to go. You can reach them at (541) 342-7500.

pIzzA RESEARCh INSTITUTE is housed in an old garage converted to an airy, large space. It offers nine beautifully created pizzas with local ingredients. Many fall in love with their all-natural in-gredients: pears, vegan pesto, herb roasted potatoes, sweet marinated eggplant, chevre or caramelized onions. You can also build your own pizza with your choice of vegetables and sauce. With many vegan and vegetarian options, this pizza joint is capable of transforming any pie to gratify anyone. Call them at (541) 343-1307.

oAk STREET VINTAGE is a funky personal vintage shop that has hid-den treasures of jewelry, furniture and clothing. “I recently just found the best

jacket from this shop,” University junior Kelcie Rosendahl said. “ I love it because of how comfy and huge it is. Every time I go to this place I know I will buy something.” Most of the clothing and furniture has a retro feel with loads of character — (541)-345-1883.

TSUNAmI BookS offers used and new books of all types. This store gives you a comfortable vibe that is welcoming and relaxing, allowing you to hang out and read or study. It hosts many local readings and events and gives those that want to explore unique books, which are hard to find, in the antiquarian room next door. Their number is (541)-345-8986 and prices range with quality and quantity.

EUphoRIA ChoColATE CompANy gives you the chance to experience the feeling and satisfaction of the pure beauty and taste of chocolate. This store is run by chocolatiers with a passion for chocolate, which is obvious in the taste. They offer chocolate-dipped bananas, chocolate-covered Oreos and ice cream drizzled with homemade chocolate syrup or caramel and a full selection of chocolates. They have three locations, and the closest to campus can be reached at (541) 343-9223.

CRUx RoCk ClImBING Gym is the only public climbing gym in town. The student rate per month is $45 and renting gear is $50. It is perfect for a great active outing with friends. Their number is (541)-

484-9535.

NINkASI BREWING CompANy is our own local celebrity brewery, offering a variety of beers including their Total Domination IPA, Tricerahops Double IPA, Oatis Oatmeal Stout and Believer Double Red Ale. Ninkasi also has many fun activities for those who are older than 21, including a tasting room with beer trays for $5.50 and local pastries starting at $3; (541)-344-2739.

SWEET lIFE pATISSERIE is a beau-tiful, funky bakery with baked goodies anyone can fall in love with. “We offer a variety of cakes, pastries, cheese-cakes, cupcakes and gelato,” sales representative Patty Fowler said. It also has coffee and is a great place to hang out and study with plenty of tables. Satisfy your sweet tooth by reaching them at (541) 683-5676.

EUGENE’S SATURDAy mARkET is an outdoor small festival with artists, food vendors, handmade craft vendors, entertainers and their Farmer’s Market. “I have been going since my freshman year,” University junior McKenzie Ingram said. “It’s a great place to see the local arts and to buy quality handmade goods. I like buying my fresh fruits and vegetables from there.” The market started in 1970 and is an obvious community favorite located between the blocks of East 8th Avenue, East Broadway and Oak Street.

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There are thousands of ways to save on the cost of energy, from unplugging your appliances to shutting off the heat while you’re gone. With our increased dependence on energy, we seem to use it like it’s a never-ending resource, and it’s adding several digits to our energy bills. Of course, the amount you pay for energy varies depending on how much you’re home, what season it is and how many people you’re living with, but there are plenty of ways to save no matter what the situation.

Many of the new apartment complexes are coming up with energy efficient ways that can save them money, as well as save the planet. A few of the complexes have lights that only turn on when there’s movement in the hallway and shower heads that reduce the amount of water used while taking a shower by half. These are just two of the ways in which energy can be saved, but they are great investments in the long run.

Water conserving shower heads are available at any hard-ware store, and many grocery stores such as Target for $20 to $100 depending on the type of shower head and how much you want to spend. These energy-saving shower heads will save you a bundle of money in the long run.

LED and energy-saving lights are also a great investment when trying to lower the cost of electricity. These light bulbs are great for lamps, overhead lighting and virtually anything for which you need a light bulb.

According to Consumer Reports Magazine, “LED lights have an advantage over almost all other light bulbs in that they last a lot longer. They have a lifetime of about 25,000 to 100,000 hours

depending on how long you leave them on and the temperatures at which they are exposed.” LED lights also lower energy con-sumption, and have a greater durability along with being faster switching and having a wider variety of sizes of which you can purchase them. These LED lights also have an advantage over fluorescent lights, because they do not contain mercury, so if you break them it’s not a big deal. No matter whether you use lamps, overhead lights or Christmas lights there are ways to save money through LED lighting.

Plants are not only a great way of improving the air quality in your home, but also cut down on the amount you have to use the air conditioner, which greatly reduces the number on your electricity bill. People forget that plants can do wonders for your health and your home, and they’re a great investment when it comes to making the air that you breathe cleaner. Plants gener-ate oxygen and also filter the air around you, so the more plants you have in your home, the cleaner the air. Getting a few plants for your home would not only improve the air quality, but are also proven to “help ease mental fatigue and calm you” accord-ing to an article on yourhomengarden.com. There’s a reason people head outside for “fresh air.”

For saving money on heating and cooling costs, there are sev-eral tricks. In the winter, when you want to keep the temperature toasty on the inside, but don’t want to keep the heater on constant-ly, there are options. For one, the area around the doors to your home is probably not properly sealed so that cold air stays outside. No worries, it’s an easy fix, just get some new weather strips!


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It’s never too early (or too late, seniors) to visit the Career Center:FRESHMEN

+ Meet with a career counselor to discuss major and career ideas

+ Find part-time and Work-Study jobs at http://career.uoregon.edu

+ Schedule a self-assessment test to explore strengths and career interests

SOPHOMORES

+ Meet with a career counselor to develop a professional resume

+ Conduct an informational interview with a professional in your field of interest

+ Build up volunteer experience

JUNIORS

+ Register for a Career Connections class

+ Participate in an internship

+ Attend career fairs and information sessions to develop relationships with employers

SENIORS

+ Meet with a career counselor to update and perfect your resume

+ Design a job search strategy

+ Attend career fairs and participate in On-Campus Recruiting to secure job interviews

We’re open all summer. Get started today.220 Hendricks Hall HOURS: Monday through Friday from 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. PHONE: (541) 346-3235 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: career.uoregon.edu

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Sweeping slate victories in contested ASUO seats and ballot measures highlight campaign’s successBREAKING: BEN &

KAtIE WIN ELECtION

Franklin Bains

news reporter

Ben Eckstein and Katie Taylor were elected ASUO president and

vice president for 2011-2012, the ASUO announced Thursday evening.

Eckstein and Taylor won 52.4 percent of the votes for ASUO ex-

ecutive, constituting an absolute majority and eliminating the need

for a general election.

Candidates on the “Ben and Katie” slate won a high majority of

the Senate seat races. Only Senate Seat 13, which represents busi-

ness administration students, remains undecided, so only business

students will be voting in the final general election next week.

The six ballot measures all carried, including four advisory votes

concerning students’ opinions about Oregon Student Public Inter-

est Research Group, the EMU Post Office, the status of the Univer-

sity’s Department of Public Safety and the New Partnership. Two

ballot measures made changes to the ASUO Constitution, concern-

ing the cap for major programs’ budgets and the restrictions on

hiring a freshman Senate representative.

Eckstein said the passing of all ballot measures was a positive sign for

his presidency because a major part of the “Ben and Katie” campaign

involved encouraging students to vote “yes” on all ballot measures.

“I think the fact that the ballot measures passed (showed) exactly

what students wanted,” Eckstein said.

The president-elect said he has had a positive friendship with

his opponent, Sinjin Carey. Both are members of the 2010-11 ASUO

executive staff with President Amelie Rousseau.

“Sinjin and I are good friends; I hope that will continue,” Eckstein

said. “I have a lot of respect for him. He’s a great guy and I wish him

the best.”

Carey said he will continue to serve students in some capacity

next year. Before the vote was announced, he confirmed he would

continue structuring Orgsync, the online application for University

programs he has championed, until it is implemented next year.

“I just want to say first, I’m very proud of the Students United team,”

Carey said. “I was really surprised by all the support that came out.”

Carey also had a positive impression about the way his slate ran.

“And I’m really proud we (ran it) without abrasive campaign

tactics, mass emails or dorm-storming,” Carey said. “And if that’s

what it takes to win, I don’t think Students United wanted it.”

The second-place candidate said he expected Eckstein to do well

in office.

“I think Ben and Katie will do wonderful things in office and

they will represent their constituents well,” Carey said.

For business majors, voting for Senate Seat 13 opens Monday

morning at 9 a.m. and closes Thursday at 5 p.m.

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OSPIRG Board Chair Charles Denson, Ben & Katie Campaign Manager Ben Bowman, Students United supporter Demic Tipitino, Students United Campaign Manager Brian Allen and presidential candidate Cimmeron Gillespie

react to the results of the ASUO presidential election. Ben Eckstein and Katie Taylor received 52.4% of the vote.

the asuo election story below is factual and not a part of our april fools’ edition

Disclaimer: This special April Fools’ edition

contains spoofed content

Sarah WalterSnews reporter

Light illuminates the world in a rain-bow of colors. There would be no color nor light in the world without photons, the tiny particles in packets of energy to create light.

In research that has implications for the speed of communication, physicists at the University have made history by breaking the color barrier for sending and receiving these photons, also known as quanta.The University’s Knight Professor of

Liberal Arts and Sciences Michael Raymer and doctoral student Hayden McGuinness

worked together to experiment and devise a method to change the color of single pho-tons, or particles of light, in a fiber optic cable. Before, it was only possible to change the color of multiple photons at one time.

Because fiber optic cables are used in telecommunications for technology including the Internet, telephones and cable television, their research has im-plications for the future of communica-tion. Being able to change the color of a single photon could lead to much faster transmission of photons and, therefore, communication signals.For their research, the scientists sent

high-powered pulses of laser light of a cer-tain color, or wavelength, through a cus-tom-made optical fiber to produce single photons with different colors.

The researchers used a dual-color burst of laser light in a separate custom-made optical fiber to change the color of one of the photons. This is called Bragg scattering, which occurs when a tiny amount of ener-gy is transmitted between a laser light and a single photon. This exchange, also known as quantum frequency translation, causes the photon to change colors. This process allows a device that uses a specific color to communicate with a device that uses a dif-ferent color while still maintaining all of the device’s quantum properties.“Each e-mail that you receive was

transmitted by sending probably mil-lions of short laser pulses, each pulse

Mat Wolfnews reporter

Department of Public Safety Captain Ed Rinne

was walking along the upper stands of Autzen Sta-

dium’s student section at Saturday’s football game

against the Stanford Cardinals when a young man

hanging from the railing questioned him. “Hey man!” the individual said in a drunken

drawl. “If I jump off the railing what’s going to

happen to me? What are you going to do?”“Well,” Rinne said, “you’re probably going to

be injured and you’re going to be ejected from the

game for being disorderly. You won’t see the rest

of the game.” “Thanks man, good to know!” the man

responded excitedly.In addition to his regular campus duties, Rinne

oversees DPS’s game day operations at Duck foot-

ball home games. This is a large-scale event for

DPS and includes 36 of its officers working in con-

junction with personnel from the Eugene Police

Department and Lane County Sheriff’s Office. In addition to providing security and safety

operations for Autzen Stadium, DPS is also re-

sponsible for PK Park, Riverfront Path and Dave

and Lynn Frohnmayer Pedestrian and Bicycle

Bridge areas between the main campus and the

sporting complex sites along Martin Luther King

Jr. Boulevard.DPS, along with its other law enforcement

agency partners, is primarily responsible with

dealing with alcohol control and the issues tra-

ditionally arising from its consumption. These

operations start at the front gates of Autzen Sta-

dium, where DPS serves in a backup role to the

crowd management service personnel scanning

lUCaS ClarK sports eDItor For the first time since 2002, the No. 3 Oregon

football team is undefeated through the first five

weeks of action. And for the first time since 2007,

the Ducks are sitting in the top three in the nation,

surpassing Boise State.In front of a sellout crowd of 59,818, the

then-fourth-ranked Ducks overcame a 21-3 first

quarter deficit to defeat No. 9 Stanford 52-31

Saturday night at Autzen Stadium. With the win Oregon improved to 5-0 overall and

2-0 in Pacific-10 Conference play heading into a road

game next week at Washington State. “I think with our tempo and our speed and how

we play it’s just a matter of time before we actually

just wear teams down,” second-year head coach

Chip Kelly said. The Ducks amassed 626 yards of total offense

(388 rushing, 238 passing) to avenge the team’s

only Pac-10 loss last season, while giving up 518

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redemptionFOOTBALL

After trailing 21-3 early, the Ducks regroup and avenge last season’s loss to Stanford

jack hunter photographer

Oregon running back LaMichael James finds a hole in the Stanford defense last Saturday. James was an unstoppable force for the Ducks against the Cardinal, tallying

career highs of 257 yards on 31 carries and scoring three touchdowns as Oregon defeated Stanford 52-31 in Autzen Stadium.

Securing stadium a complex task for DPS

SAFETY

Monitoring crowds and alcohol intake are all in a game day’s work

SCIENCE

University scientists discover how to change the color of a photon of light with lasers

FootballcontInueD on page 3

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autzeN contInueD on page 4

ivar vong photo editor

University graduate students Hayden McGuinness (right) and Roger Smith

adjust one of the lasers used in an experiment McGuinness developed to

change the color of individual photons of light.

Physicists’ research may change future of communication

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starting on the right foot

Eugene runners joined in on a nationwide New Year’s “First Run.” Full story on Page 8

january concert lineup Local venues host another month of local, national and regional musical acts. See Page 9

parading around a pole A Scene reporter dons stilettos for pole dance aerobics. See how it went on Page 9

entertainment preview Check Thursday’s issue for a sneak peek at a few upcoming films and concerts

Each week we highlight a few events in the Eugene art, music, entertainment and culture scene. Here are a few things to do this week.

State of the City addreSS with Mayor Kitty PierCyWhen: 5:30 p.m. Tuesday

Where: Hult Center

Cost: Free

williaM wyler’S “the letter” filM SCreeningWhen: Tuesday 7 p.m.

Where: Baker Downtown Center, 325 E. 10th St.

Cost: Free for students, $3 for others

SPaCe neighborS funK MuSiCWhen: Wednesday 9 p.m.

Where: Sam Bond’s Garage

Cost: $1 — $5

ShoCaSe: exCerPtS of ballet fantaStique’S “boSSa brazil”When: Thursday 11:15 a.m.

Where: Hult Center

Cost: Free

woMen’S baSKetball vS. waShington StateWhen: Thursday 7 p.m.

Where: McArthur Court

Cost: Free for students

hell’S belleS — an all-feMale aC/dC Cover bandWhen: Friday 8 p.m.

Where: McDonald Theatre

Cost: $14 advance, $17 door

ana Sia, alex b., tiger freSh — eleCtroniC MuSiCWhen: Saturday 9 p.m.

Where: WOW Hall


TODO

HeatHer aH Sanscene reporter

2010 was a great year in entertainment. New movies like “Inception” spawned endless geek discussions, while the Pixar franchise “Toy Story 3” made its finale. Music had comebacks and new albums from familiar artists like Katy Perry and Eminem, while new artist Far East Movement topped the charts for weeks with “Like A G6.” Celebrities provided us with plenty of outlandish entertainment, and YouTube reminded us that double rainbows are really, really awesome.

Here are some of the highlights of 2010.

1.Film: Best movies

“Black Swan” — The film that’s sure to secure Natalie Portman an Oscar nomina-tion is beautiful, dark, downright disturbing and one of the most brilliant films of 2010.

2. “Inception” — Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight) directs one the most talked about (and most complicated) films of 2010, leaving audiences questioning the difference between reality and dreams and the concept of inception itself.

3. “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” — Part one of the two-part finale was the darkest of the Harry Potter series thus far, following Harry, Ron and Hermione’s quest in search of Voldemort’s horcruxes. This film follows the book well, but it isn’t the film to watch for those new to the franchise.

4. “Despicable Me” — This surprisingly heartwarming film about a supervillain was one of the biggest successes of the year, grossing more than $500 million world-wide. Not many animated films other than those by Pixar are worth watching, but these characters and creatures were some of the more endearing and likeable from

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top moviescontinued on page 8

Music: Best albums and songs“Contra” by Vampire Weekend — Even Ralph Lauren likes

Vampire Weekend. The band’s upbeat, bouncy, African-inspired rock songs on this album are perfect sunny day or silly dance music.

2. “Plastic Beach” by Gorillaz — Gorillaz have been quiet since their big hit “Feel Good Inc.” It is a relief to know that Go-rillaz are still as amazing, if not more, on their newest album.

3. “Thank Me Later” by Drake — Drake has a sexiness about him, but that’s not why his album “Thank Me Later” is so great, though it does add to its appeal. His song “Forever” is one of the better songs off an album featuring a medley of stars such as Kanye West.

4. “King Of Anything” by Sara Bareilles — While Taylor Swift croons cute love songs, Sara Bareilles has a little more

top musiccontinued on page 8

1.Entertainment moments

Miley Cyrus makes friends with Salvia.

2. Lindsey Lohan goes to jail. Finally. 3. Wyclef Jean attempts to run for president of Haiti. 4. Lil Wayne goes to jail. Again, finally. 5. Larry King says goodbye to CNN. 6. Lady Gaga makes red meat haute couture. 7. Bieber fever and vampire passion just won’t go away. 8. YouTube’s double rainbow guy admires the view. 9. Bristol Palin loses Dancing With the Stars. 10. Ricky Martin finally comes out. 11. Katy Perry offends Elmo moms.

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+ Meet with a career counselor to discuss major and career ideas

+ Find part-time and Work-Study jobs at http://career.uoregon.edu

+ Schedule a self-assessment test to explore strengths and career interests

SOPHOMORES

+ Meet with a career counselor to develop a professional resume

+ Conduct an informational interview with a professional in your field of interest

+ Build up volunteer experience

JUNIORS

+ Register for a Career Connections class

+ Participate in an internship

+ Attend career fairs and information sessions to develop relationships with employers

SENIORS

+ Meet with a career counselor to update and perfect your resume

+ Design a job search strategy

+ Attend career fairs and participate in On-Campus Recruiting to secure job interviews

We’re open all summer. Get started today.220 Hendricks Hall HOURS: Monday through Friday from 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. PHONE: (541) 346-3235 E-MAIL: [email protected] WEB: career.uoregon.edu

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news | page 4

‘HARRY’ SITUATION

Hogwarts feels wrath of NCAA

after repeated rules violations

sports | page 5the independent student newspaper at the university of oregon since 1900

d a i l y e m e r a l d . c o m

vol. 112, issue 120 friday, april 1, 2011

TROPHY ROOM SHOVELS

OVER GRAVEYARD

news | page 3

RAISING CAIN THIS ELECTION

opinion | page 2

‘like’ us on facebook

Look for breaking news, photos,

blogs and other updates at

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full asuo election results

See a complete list of the winners

and a link to vote counts on the web

at dailyemerald.com/news

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Partly snowy

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Sweeping slate victories in contested ASUO seats and ballot measures highlight campaign’s successBREAKING: BEN &

KAtIE WIN ELECtION

Franklin Bains

news reporter

Ben Eckstein and Katie Taylor were elected ASUO president and

vice president for 2011-2012, the ASUO announced Thursday evening.

Eckstein and Taylor won 52.4 percent of the votes for ASUO ex-

ecutive, constituting an absolute majority and eliminating the need

for a general election.

Candidates on the “Ben and Katie” slate won a high majority of

the Senate seat races. Only Senate Seat 13, which represents busi-

ness administration students, remains undecided, so only business

students will be voting in the final general election next week.

The six ballot measures all carried, including four advisory votes

concerning students’ opinions about Oregon Student Public Inter-

est Research Group, the EMU Post Office, the status of the Univer-

sity’s Department of Public Safety and the New Partnership. Two

ballot measures made changes to the ASUO Constitution, concern-

ing the cap for major programs’ budgets and the restrictions on

hiring a freshman Senate representative.

Eckstein said the passing of all ballot measures was a positive sign for

his presidency because a major part of the “Ben and Katie” campaign

involved encouraging students to vote “yes” on all ballot measures.

“I think the fact that the ballot measures passed (showed) exactly

what students wanted,” Eckstein said.

The president-elect said he has had a positive friendship with

his opponent, Sinjin Carey. Both are members of the 2010-11 ASUO

executive staff with President Amelie Rousseau.

“Sinjin and I are good friends; I hope that will continue,” Eckstein

said. “I have a lot of respect for him. He’s a great guy and I wish him

the best.”

Carey said he will continue to serve students in some capacity

next year. Before the vote was announced, he confirmed he would

continue structuring Orgsync, the online application for University

programs he has championed, until it is implemented next year.

“I just want to say first, I’m very proud of the Students United team,”

Carey said. “I was really surprised by all the support that came out.”

Carey also had a positive impression about the way his slate ran.

“And I’m really proud we (ran it) without abrasive campaign

tactics, mass emails or dorm-storming,” Carey said. “And if that’s

what it takes to win, I don’t think Students United wanted it.”

The second-place candidate said he expected Eckstein to do well

in office.

“I think Ben and Katie will do wonderful things in office and

they will represent their constituents well,” Carey said.

For business majors, voting for Senate Seat 13 opens Monday

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Light illuminates the world in a rain-bow of colors. There would be no color nor light in the world without photons, the tiny particles in packets of energy to create light.

In research that has implications for the speed of communication, physicists at the University have made history by breaking the color barrier for sending and receiving these photons, also known as quanta.The University’s Knight Professor of

Liberal Arts and Sciences Michael Raymer and doctoral student Hayden McGuinness

worked together to experiment and devise a method to change the color of single pho-tons, or particles of light, in a fiber optic cable. Before, it was only possible to change the color of multiple photons at one time.

Because fiber optic cables are used in telecommunications for technology including the Internet, telephones and cable television, their research has im-plications for the future of communica-tion. Being able to change the color of a single photon could lead to much faster transmission of photons and, therefore, communication signals.For their research, the scientists sent

high-powered pulses of laser light of a cer-tain color, or wavelength, through a cus-tom-made optical fiber to produce single photons with different colors.

The researchers used a dual-color burst of laser light in a separate custom-made optical fiber to change the color of one of the photons. This is called Bragg scattering, which occurs when a tiny amount of ener-gy is transmitted between a laser light and a single photon. This exchange, also known as quantum frequency translation, causes the photon to change colors. This process allows a device that uses a specific color to communicate with a device that uses a dif-ferent color while still maintaining all of the device’s quantum properties.“Each e-mail that you receive was

transmitted by sending probably mil-lions of short laser pulses, each pulse

Mat Wolfnews reporter

Department of Public Safety Captain Ed Rinne

was walking along the upper stands of Autzen Sta-

dium’s student section at Saturday’s football game

against the Stanford Cardinals when a young man

hanging from the railing questioned him. “Hey man!” the individual said in a drunken

drawl. “If I jump off the railing what’s going to

happen to me? What are you going to do?”“Well,” Rinne said, “you’re probably going to

be injured and you’re going to be ejected from the

game for being disorderly. You won’t see the rest

of the game.” “Thanks man, good to know!” the man

responded excitedly.In addition to his regular campus duties, Rinne

oversees DPS’s game day operations at Duck foot-

ball home games. This is a large-scale event for

DPS and includes 36 of its officers working in con-

junction with personnel from the Eugene Police

Department and Lane County Sheriff’s Office. In addition to providing security and safety

operations for Autzen Stadium, DPS is also re-

sponsible for PK Park, Riverfront Path and Dave

and Lynn Frohnmayer Pedestrian and Bicycle

Bridge areas between the main campus and the

sporting complex sites along Martin Luther King

Jr. Boulevard.DPS, along with its other law enforcement

agency partners, is primarily responsible with

dealing with alcohol control and the issues tra-

ditionally arising from its consumption. These

operations start at the front gates of Autzen Sta-

dium, where DPS serves in a backup role to the

crowd management service personnel scanning

lUCaS ClarK sports eDItor For the first time since 2002, the No. 3 Oregon

football team is undefeated through the first five

weeks of action. And for the first time since 2007,

the Ducks are sitting in the top three in the nation,

surpassing Boise State.In front of a sellout crowd of 59,818, the

then-fourth-ranked Ducks overcame a 21-3 first

quarter deficit to defeat No. 9 Stanford 52-31

Saturday night at Autzen Stadium. With the win Oregon improved to 5-0 overall and

2-0 in Pacific-10 Conference play heading into a road

game next week at Washington State. “I think with our tempo and our speed and how

we play it’s just a matter of time before we actually

just wear teams down,” second-year head coach

Chip Kelly said. The Ducks amassed 626 yards of total offense

(388 rushing, 238 passing) to avenge the team’s

only Pac-10 loss last season, while giving up 518

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After trailing 21-3 early, the Ducks regroup and avenge last season’s loss to Stanford

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Oregon running back LaMichael James finds a hole in the Stanford defense last Saturday. James was an unstoppable force for the Ducks against the Cardinal, tallying

career highs of 257 yards on 31 carries and scoring three touchdowns as Oregon defeated Stanford 52-31 in Autzen Stadium.

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adjust one of the lasers used in an experiment McGuinness developed to

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starting on the right foot

Eugene runners joined in on a nationwide New Year’s “First Run.” Full story on Page 8

january concert lineup Local venues host another month of local, national and regional musical acts. See Page 9

parading around a pole A Scene reporter dons stilettos for pole dance aerobics. See how it went on Page 9

entertainment preview Check Thursday’s issue for a sneak peek at a few upcoming films and concerts

Each week we highlight a few events in the Eugene art, music, entertainment and culture scene. Here are a few things to do this week.

State of the City addreSS with Mayor Kitty PierCyWhen: 5:30 p.m. Tuesday

Where: Hult Center

Cost: Free

williaM wyler’S “the letter” filM SCreeningWhen: Tuesday 7 p.m.

Where: Baker Downtown Center, 325 E. 10th St.

Cost: Free for students, $3 for others

SPaCe neighborS funK MuSiCWhen: Wednesday 9 p.m.

Where: Sam Bond’s Garage

Cost: $1 — $5

ShoCaSe: exCerPtS of ballet fantaStique’S “boSSa brazil”When: Thursday 11:15 a.m.

Where: Hult Center

Cost: Free

woMen’S baSKetball vS. waShington StateWhen: Thursday 7 p.m.

Where: McArthur Court

Cost: Free for students

hell’S belleS — an all-feMale aC/dC Cover bandWhen: Friday 8 p.m.

Where: McDonald Theatre


ana Sia, alex b., tiger freSh — eleCtroniC MuSiCWhen: Saturday 9 p.m.

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2010 was a great year in entertainment. New movies like “Inception” spawned endless geek discussions, while the Pixar franchise “Toy Story 3” made its finale. Music had comebacks and new albums from familiar artists like Katy Perry and Eminem, while new artist Far East Movement topped the charts for weeks with “Like A G6.” Celebrities provided us with plenty of outlandish entertainment, and YouTube reminded us that double rainbows are really, really awesome.

Here are some of the highlights of 2010.

1.Film: Best movies

“Black Swan” — The film that’s sure to secure Natalie Portman an Oscar nomina-tion is beautiful, dark, downright disturbing and one of the most brilliant films of 2010.

2. “Inception” — Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight) directs one the most talked about (and most complicated) films of 2010, leaving audiences questioning the difference between reality and dreams and the concept of inception itself.

3. “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” — Part one of the two-part finale was the darkest of the Harry Potter series thus far, following Harry, Ron and Hermione’s quest in search of Voldemort’s horcruxes. This film follows the book well, but it isn’t the film to watch for those new to the franchise.

4. “Despicable Me” — This surprisingly heartwarming film about a supervillain was one of the biggest successes of the year, grossing more than $500 million world-wide. Not many animated films other than those by Pixar are worth watching, but these characters and creatures were some of the more endearing and likeable from

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Music: Best albums and songs“Contra” by Vampire Weekend — Even Ralph Lauren likes

Vampire Weekend. The band’s upbeat, bouncy, African-inspired rock songs on this album are perfect sunny day or silly dance music.

2. “Plastic Beach” by Gorillaz — Gorillaz have been quiet since their big hit “Feel Good Inc.” It is a relief to know that Go-rillaz are still as amazing, if not more, on their newest album.

3. “Thank Me Later” by Drake — Drake has a sexiness about him, but that’s not why his album “Thank Me Later” is so great, though it does add to its appeal. His song “Forever” is one of the better songs off an album featuring a medley of stars such as Kanye West.

4. “King Of Anything” by Sara Bareilles — While Taylor Swift croons cute love songs, Sara Bareilles has a little more

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1.Entertainment moments

Miley Cyrus makes friends with Salvia.

2. Lindsey Lohan goes to jail. Finally. 3. Wyclef Jean attempts to run for president of Haiti. 4. Lil Wayne goes to jail. Again, finally. 5. Larry King says goodbye to CNN. 6. Lady Gaga makes red meat haute couture. 7. Bieber fever and vampire passion just won’t go away. 8. YouTube’s double rainbow guy admires the view. 9. Bristol Palin loses Dancing With the Stars. 10. Ricky Martin finally comes out. 11. Katy Perry offends Elmo moms.

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A common problem within the University which most students avoid addressing is the issue of depression. Depression is a very real problem among University students, especially incoming freshman. Often student depression is brought on by a drastic change of scenery, lifestyle or social activities. Some students become depressed simply from homesickness.

The University, as well as the surrounding

community of Eugene, offers plenty of support for those students seek-ing help. With roughly 40 percent of college students experiencing some form of depression in their college career, awareness of these resources is more important than ever.

However, many students are not even aware that the University offers such resources, and the result is far too many students with no outlet for their frustrations.

Donna Miller, the University’s Suicide Prevention

Team

coordinator at the Counseling and Testing center, said, “We see about 10 percent of the student body, which is not nearly the amount of students with problems.” Miller added, “My own daughter, a junior at the Univer-sity, was unaware of the services we offer until I began working here.”

The counseling is very low cost, and the Counseling Center main-tains the highest level of confidenti-ality. Very few people have access to these records.

University junior Alex Bryden said, “I had no idea that this service even existed.”

With low awareness of the ser-vices offered, some students need to rely on friends to point out that there is help available. Here are 10 tell-tale signs that you or a friend of yours is suffering from depression along with the contact info for resources offered within the University and the surrounding areas:

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Lack of emotional response: For instance, lack of excitement for things the student would normally enjoy

or statements such as “I don’t care” or “I just feel numb.”Loss of sexual desire: If the student previously showed a strong interest in the opposite or same sex, but now

seems disinterested in anybody, that can be a big warning sign.Loss of appetite: This is pretty self-explanatory but is a big red flag for someone who is emotionally distressed.Feeling alone or wanting isolation: Alienating oneself from friends or family for whatever reason is usually a

good indicator that something is wrong. These people are there to brighten your life, and not wanting to be around them indi-cates distress.

Feeling worthless: A sudden loss of self-esteem, self-respect, or self-confidence indicates that something is

wrong emotionally. Inability to concentrate in school: Do not confuse this with struggling with grades. If you find that you are or

were interested in a topic but now cannot devote hardly any at-tention to it, something may be bothering you subconsciously.

Change in sleeping: According to a representative from White Bird, a Eugene community resource for those with

depression or anxiety, “Either too much sleep or not enough sleep on a regular basis can indicate an underlying emotional problem.

Talk of hurting oneself: If you or one of you friends expresses thoughts of hurting themselves, that should

be a massive red flag. It never hurts to ask someone if they have thoughts of committing suicide, it helps them to know that someone cares.

Feeling lethargic or exhausted: If you are eating right, exercising and sleeping well but still feel sleepy or lethar-

gic, emotional distress is often the cause. Someone with these symptoms should at least look into why this is occurring.

Feeling helpless or hopeless: If you suddenly get the feeling that there might not be a bright future for you, you

should know that we all feel that way sometimes. If the feeling persists, it is best to seek help so you have an outlet to vent such frustrations.

If you or someone you know shows even one of these signs, and you think they may hurt themselves, the University offers counseling within the Health Center. Also, there are several resources in Eugene for students with depression, anxiety or suicidal thoughts.

University Counseling and Testing Center: 541-346-3227counseling.uoregon.eduWhite Bird Clinic (24/7 crisis hotline): 541-687-4000http://whitebirdclinic.orgCAHOOTS (mobile service to assist distressed students): 541-682-5111

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BIG moUTh BURRIToAnother great option while dining at

Hamilton, Big Mouth Burrito offers several tasty variations of tacos, nachos, burritos and salads to ensure you’ll find the right dish to satisfy your hunger. An excellent lunch option, Big Mouth offers daily specials that feature all types of entrees.

GRAB ’N’ Go mARkETplACELocated in the Hamilton dining complex,

Grab ’N’ Go offers just about the same ameni-ties as a supermarket. From the cereal to the fresh fruit, everything you would need at a supermarket can be found in Grab ’N’ Go. You can even find stands where you can cre-ate your own burger or hotdog! With the great deal of options, Grab ’N’ Go promises you there will be no need to venture off campus in search of a grocery store.

CARSoN DININGMuch like Barnhart, Carson offers buffet

dining with several different food options. If you’re starving, this is the place to eat — it is an all-you-can-eat buffet. University senior Greg Thomson was a frequent visitor to Carson during his stay in the dorms. “I really loved the Carson buffet, and it was easy to find everything I was looking for in a meal with the variety of foods they have.” Carson also offers themed dinners for such events as Cinco de Mayo and Chinese New Year. Be sure to check them out.

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These weather strips are easy to find at any hardware store, and also easy to apply to your door for the winter.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, “Weather strips are the number one way to seal air leaks properly for energy conservation.” Weather strips are very cost efficient, save you a ton of money on your electricity bill, and only cost about $5 dollars for seven feet of strip.

Another way to keep warm without the heater is an electric blanket. Electric blankets have settings from low to high and turn off automatically after a certain amount of time. They use a significantly lower amount of en-ergy in comparison to your household heater and are portable! You can get electric blankets at a number of different places including Target, Bed Bath and Beyond, Fred Meyers and several other stores. Generally they range from $20 to $100 depending on the size and style of the blanket, but they can be a good investment nonetheless.

In the summertime, there are only a few ways to keep cool other than spending some serious time in a pool. In the early mornings, open your windows all the way and let the air move through your house. The really early morning hours are the coolest part of the day, and if you can get your butt out of bed for a few minutes to open the windows, the rest of your day will be a lot more enjoyable. As the day goes on and starts to get warm, just shut the windows and shades to keep the heat out and the cool air in. If you can’t be home to deal with the windows, I would find the local swimming pool and invest in a summer membership.

From unplugging your appliances when you’re done to not leaving your computer on the charger all the time (same with your phone), to taking shorter showers, to shutting off your lights when you’re done and not turning them on when you don’t need them, everyone can find a way to save money. Pay-ing that extra $80 a month can really add up throughout the year. There are much better things you could be spending your money on, so why not figure out ways in which you can conserve more energy and preserve our planet while simultaneously saving your cash.

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According to the University’s Office of Admissions, an estimated 20 to 25 percent of incoming freshmen start out at the University undecided on a major. To help you decide on that ever-looming first step, introductory courses at the University are offered in a variety of topics. Taking a wide range of courses during your freshman year will be your best bet for deciding what you really want to focus on during your college career. University adviser Andrew Wahlstrom tells students to think about how their courses each term will work together.

“A piece of advice I always try to give students is to drive for some balance,” Wahlstrom said. “Instead of taking all science, maybe take one arts and let-ters, one social science, one math and a P.E. course.”

Here is a brief run-down on a handful of interesting introductory courses that will help you decide your path.

ART 101: UNDERSTANDING CoNTEmpoRARy mEDIA

In this course, students learn about many different types of contemporary visual art. The course places emphasis on the development and practice of media such as ceramics, metalsmithing, painting and photography. The course is team-taught by three different faculty members who each bring their own unique input into the classroom.

BA 101: INTRo To BUSINESSIf you’re looking for a basic insight to

the social, historical, political and legal environments of the business world, this course is for you. Think there’s a chance a degree in business might be your path?

The course is a great way to ease yourself into the business program, says University junior Dustin Turner. “BA 101 made you deal with the technology that

the business school uses a lot.”

mUS 125: UNDERSTANDING mUSIC

Love music? In MUS 125, students are taught the basic element of music. The course journeys through time, examining different historical style periods of jazz and other popular music. This class may just be what you need to balance out your schedule.

J 201: mASS mEDIA AND SoCIETy

If you’re thinking about pursuing a de-gree in journalism, J 201 is a great course to start with. In this course, students get an introduction into critically examining the role that media plays in society. Learn how, why, and in what manner the media is limited, or not limited, when it comes time to report.

ASTR 121: ThE SolAR SySTEmEver stare into the night sky and wonder

what you’re really looking at? With ASTR 121, students learn the basics of the sci-ence of astronomy. Students will utilize naked-eye astronomy and walk away with a better understand of our solar system.

ENG 220: INTRoDUCTIoN To ThE ENGlISh mAJoR

ENG 220 is an introduction for students beginning their English major. It gives an historical and chronological survey of liter-ary works from the beginnings up to 17th century.

University junior Ian Maurer was surprised by how likable this intro course was.

“I really enjoyed reading many of the canonical works and authors I (had) kept skipping over,” Maurer said.

For reading some important historical works and learning about their cultural

context, ENG 220 really prepares students for the rest of their English major.

SWAh 101: FIRST yEAR SWAhIlI

Thinking of getting a Bachelor of Arts but can’t decide which language to take? Why not be original and take Swahili? SWAH 101 will give students a thorough introduction to the language, emphasizing the skills of speaking, writing and read-ing. Who knows? Maybe you’ll enjoy the language so much that you feel the urge to visit Tanzania, Kenya or the Democratic Republic of the Congo where Swahili is the official language.

ENG 265: hISToRy oF ThE moTIoN pICTURE

Love movies and want to know more about their origin? ENG 365 gives an historical overview of the beginning of the motion picture through 1945. In this course, students learn about early films and study motion pictures as art.

ENVS 201: INTRo To ENVIRoNmENTAl STUDIES: SoCIAl SCIENCE

Environmental Studies in among the University’s most popular majors. With this intro course, students will get a better understanding of the contributions of the social sciences and will analyze different environmental problems such as human population and environmental policy issues.

pS 101: moDERN WoRlD GoVERNmENTS

In this course students will be introduced to the political systems, practices and institutions of some of the most powerful nations in the world. PS 101 will familiar-ize students with the language, ideas and practical basics of political science.

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Let’s face it, allergies are a huge prob-lem. There’s nothing worse than walking outside in the morning and suddenly hav-ing itchy eyes, a runny nose and sneezes that just won’t go away. Here is some helpful information that will help you survive dreaded allergies.

GRASS AllERGIESGrass allergies that produce these

symptoms, known as hay fever, are one of the most common types of allergies that people in the Northwest face. In fact, the grass allergies in Eugene are some of the worst in the United States.

“We’re in the Willamette Valley, and we’re in a bowl so all the pollen from all the towns around us collects here,” Uni-versity Health Center nurse Dylan Blanks said. “And the other reason is because we grow so much grass seed here. We

are a major grower of grass seed, and we distribute them around the world, so you have all those trucks going up and down the I-5.”

pET AllERGIESPet allergies may seem easy enough to

avoid — don’t get a pet if you have pet allergies. But what if your roommate can’t part with their precious Fluffy? There are a few options. The best is to keep the pet out of your bedroom. That’s where you spend the most time and where pet al-lergens will cause you the most problems when they collect. Vacuuming often and wearing a dust or pollen mask when you do it can significantly reduce the amount of allergens in the air. Finally, wash (or have your roommate wash) their pet at least once a week. This will remove particles from the pet’s coat that would

otherwise end up in your itchy nostrils.

FooD AllERGIESEspecially if you’re a college student

with food allergies, finding an alternative option with a limited amount of money isn’t always an possible. For those in the dorms, food allergies can be a big hassle. Fortunately, there are plenty of resources to help students with allergies in the dining halls on campus. Students can go online to view comprehensive ingredient information for meals on campus. There, students can check which food allergies they have and view foods that contain that ingredient. The University Health Center also has a dietician that can meet with students to discuss allergies.

“I would encourage students to contact

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us and look at the resources we have,” University Director of Food Services, Tom Driscoll said.

molD IS IN ThE AIRAnother problem many students face

is mold. Oregon’s wet weather may mean green grass and lush vegetation even in the summer, but during the winter, cool damp air can collect on floorboards, cabinets and in bathrooms, forming mold. However, the mold that most students suffer allergic reactions to occurs in the warmer months when rot-ting wood and vegetation release mold spores into the air.

IS IT AllERGIES oR JUST A ColD?

How do you know if you have an allergy or a cold? Blanks says that one of the best indicators is the color of mucus discharge. Discharge from a cold is usually colored

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and thick, while discharge produced from allergies is clear and runny. While allergic reactions depend on the type and severity, allergies to pollen or grass usually result in puffiness around the eyes. One might also experience itchiness around the eyes, nose and sometimes even the ears.

AVoIDING AllERGIES IS ThE BEST WAy To NoT hAVE ThEm

How can you prevent allergies? The simplest way is by stopping the allergens from entering the eyes, nose and mouth, Blanks says.

“If you have to come outdoors, and you day is basically finished take a shower or a bath and get all the stuff off your clothes,” Blanks said. “Also when you’re in a car…keep the windows rolled up and wash your bedding frequently.” For those even more cautious, you can wear a pollen mask to prevent pollen from entering your nose or mouth when you’re outdoors.

WhAT To Do WhEN ThE AllERGIES STRIkE

The allergies hit you — what now? The first thing to do is to find out the severity of your allergies. The Health Center can help you to find the best treatment for your allergies. “We always try and start them off with the cheapest medicine possible, and you know within three to five days if it’s going to work or not,” Blanks said.

TREATmENT opTIoNSWhat sort of allergy treatments are

out there? Most antihistamines are taken orally, which is usually the cheapest op-tion, but sometimes they just don’t work.

“Some days it helps, some days it doesn’t help,” said University sophomore Rachel Sykes. “It makes me really drowsy even when I take non-drowsy medicine.” The Health Center also offers nasal sprays and eye droppers, which can be more effective, targeting the allergies directly, whereas oral medicine can take longer to be effective on allergy symptoms already present. A more expensive but very effective option can be allergy shots,

which over time eliminate the body’s reaction to allergens.

hEAlTh CENTER RESoURCESThe Health Center has plenty of resourc-

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Eugene has a lively music scene, so stu-dents looking for entertainment will find a variety of venues in Eugene that host local and national acts. Whatever your tastes are — from punk rock to classical, you can find per-formances of all kinds on and around campus.

The bulletin boards in the EMU are a great place to find information on upcoming con-certs and events. The EMU computer lab has a bulletin board, and the University Ticket Of-fice has a schedule of events. Flyers can be found in coffee shops and stapled to lamp-posts. The hunt is part of the fun in local music shows. Word of mouth and Facebook are good resources to use to find information on local

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Members of Fraternity and Sorority Life are a part of some of the oldest organizations and traditions on campus.

“We have a relatively smaller fraternity and sorority life compared to other campuses and we are definitely more laid back,” said Pan-hellenic Council President Melissa Abel. With over 28 organizations, fraternity and sorority members make up 10.5 percent of University of Oregon’s undergraduate students — but why should you be interested in joining one?

FUTURE NETWoRkING Each national fraternity and sorority has a large alumni network that can give members job opportunities. Interfraternity Council Vice President of Membership Gawain Harman said if alumni employers utilize the fraternity or sorority, “they’ll know what skills you have and what kind of person you are.”

hoUSING oppoRTUNITIES The majority of fraternity and sorority houses are in close proximity to the University cam-

pus. Kappa Kappa Gamma President Laura Hinman explained that living in her chapter house gave her an irreplaceable experience. “To be able to come downstairs at 12 a.m. and go mattress surfing,” she reminisced, “you don’t get that living with four people.”

lEADERShIp Members are encouraged to take leadership opportunities. Angela Gile, who is PHC Vice President of Membership, noted that members have a large representation in groups like the ASUO and various major campus events. Abel explained that “people who aren’t necessarily leaders ... take on a leadership position.”

ACADEmIC STANDARDS The GPA for members is higher than the average undergraduate student, according to the 2011 Chapter GPA Report. Gile noted that along with Fraternity and Sorority’s Life’s strong emphasis on grades, there is “most likely going to be an older member with your major.”

lARGER SCholARShIp pool “I’d say any national fraternity or sorority has a foundation, they have an endowment, they have donors that want to give scholarships,” Gile explained, “especially in a time when tuition around the country is rising.”

CAmpUS INVolVEmENT Members have internal ties to intramural sports, clubs and activities because of the large network of involved students on cam-pus. Getting involved becomes easy with the wide range of interests present in each Greek organization. For example, with intramurals, “You can just throw together a team really easily,” Harman said.

FUll SoCIAl CAlENDAR Events include themed dances, retreats, fra-ternity and sorority social gatherings, dance competitions and the annual “Greek Week.” Each organization throws an annual charity

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Eugene is bursting with parks, and if you need a place to relax, walk, bike, sleep or take part in special events, then you will find your way to one of these wonderful parks scattered around Eugene. Steve Pre-fontaine used to take a daily run through some of these parks, and many people take to the running paths he frequented in parks today. Below, you will find a list of some of the top parks that Eugene has to offer.

AlToN BAkER pARkEugene’s largest park is located just across the river from campus and right down the road from Autzen Stadium. Alton Baker has tons of activities to offer, such as gardens, a museum/planetarium, an amphitheater, BMX tracks, Pre’s Trail, an off-leash dog park, boat launch, canoe canal, picnic shelters, nature hikes and

even fishing. You won’t be bored here, and they plan on creating a new frisbee golf course soon.

SkINNER BUTTE pARk This is one of Eugene’s oldest and cool-est parks. The park includes 100 acres along the Willamette River and has tons of activities. First of all, you can climb Skinner Butte and get a grand view of all of Eugene and surrounding areas. You can also go rock-climbing at the Columns climbing area. Skinner Butte Park also has community gardens, tons of lawn space and meadows, places to hike, birdwatch, picnic and more.

hENDRICkS pARk This park is closest to campus and is well-known by students. It is also Eugene’s oldest park. Hendricks is essentially a hilly

forest and has great hiking and flower gardens. Hendricks has miles and miles of hiking through old-growth beautiful forest. Its flower and plant gardens are also unmatched anywhere in town. They have over 6,000 varieties of rhododendrons and other ornamental plants. Get lost in nature here, even without leaving town. It’s located near Summit & Skyline Drive.

WAShBURNE pARk Located at 21st Avenue and Agate Street, this is one of campus’ closest and most-easily accessible parks. The park features a huge lawn that you can play any kind of sport in, sunbathe or just relax. It is also known as “Panda Park,” because it has a bamboo forest in the middle where college students can be spotted, or smelled in.

College is expensive, end of story. No matter your financial situation, no one enjoys shelling out $20,000 to $40,000 to attend school. We do it because we want the education, but that doesn’t mean we gleefully hand over the check.

But there are ways to be smart about your spending. Here’s some various ways in you cut help cut costs while in college.

DoN’T BUy EVERyThING This seems pretty obvious, but some of us have a tendency to not think about our pur-chases in the long term. You may want that frilly dress showcased online, but if you don’t have the money for it, it hurts your budget (Plus it will likely be out of season next year). But if it is something you’ve been wanting for

awhile, saving is always a way to approach extra necessities you think you cannot live with out. Plus, it will feel better in the end knowing you can afford it with out skipping a meal or two.

FooD IS ThE WoRD Speaking of meals, food is another item that can add up quickly. Life is usually easier when you are on the meal plan, but for the rest of us college students, a trip to the grocery store can be one of our biggest expenses. University sophomore Sasha Riddle tries to make one grocery trip last as long as possible. “ I don’t have the luxury to go to the store and buy whatever I want,” Riddle said, “ so I try to make the food I buy last as long as possible.”

Buying for weeks at a time is always a good idea. Making your food stretch will also have the same effects on your dollar.

DoN’T ToUCh ThAT DIAl For anyone living off-campus, utilities can cost as much or little as you use. Riddle and her roommates try to use as little heat and hot water as possible. Unplugging appliances, taking shorter showers and watching the heat are many ways students can make living in college a little bit cheaper.

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The Cuthbert Amphitheater is an out-door venue located near Autzen Stadium and Alton Baker Park. The Cuthbert offers a great opportunity to see live music during Oregon summers. A schedule of events can be found on the website.

mCDoNAlD ThEATRE1010 Willamette Street(541) 345-4442 mcdonaldtheatre.comMcDonald Theatre opened in 1925 as a mov-

ie house; the building was converted to a the-ater for performing arts, and regularly has na-tional touring bands perform. It is located in the middle of downtown Eugene, next to the LTD station.“It’s a small theater, and old fashioned,” University undergraduate Nick Poust said.

ThE JohN G. ShEDD INSTITUTE FoR ThE ARTS

868 High Street(541) 687-6526 ofam.orgThe “Shedd” is a concert hall and a music

school in downtown Eugene. The event calen-dar includes the Oregon Festival of American Music dedicated to Ella Fitzgerald and Frank

Sinatra, The Emerald City Jazz Kings and the Magical Moombah, a children’s musical.“The Shedd always has great music and has an extremely roomy and easy-to-see-and-hear stage,” University music major Milo Fultz said.

hoUSE ShoWSUp-and-coming student bands often play in

friends’ houses and advertise shows by word of mouth and Facebook.

“They’re fun; even if the band sucks, there is a party afterwards. The one I went to was free,” said University undergraduate Cat Wright. These shows are smaller, more inti-mate performances compared to large concert halls. Admission is usually $5 or less.

JohN hENRy’S 77 W Broadway(541) 342-3358 johnhenrysclub.comThe concept for John Henry’s came from

Bruce Hartnell of The Detonators, who want-ed to take the Eugene basement music scene into an above-ground location. John Henry’s opened in August of 1992 with Eugene-favor-ite Cherry Poppin’ Daddies taking the stage.

ThE WANDERING GoAT268 Madison Street(541) 344-5161 wanderinggoat.comThe Wandering Goat is a locally owned and

community-operated coffee shop and espres-so bar located behind the grain mills in the Whiteaker neighborhood. In addition to arti-san coffee, The Wandering is a bakery, com-munity and music and performance venue. Upcoming events can be found on their web-site. “The Wandering Goat has a real intimate and comfortable atmosphere.” Fultz said.

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> > story by loRIN NElSoNDuck football at Autzen Stadium is by far one of the best

experiences of being a student at the University. Autzen holds 60,000 roaring die-hard Duck fans and is one of the loudest sta-diums in the country in terms of decibel level. When thousands of fans are walking shoulder to shoulder, covered head-to-toe in green and yellow, in the walk up to Autzen, you can feel the pulse of the stadium, the roar of the crowd and the excitement of the game.

“The walk is essential,” University undergraduate Tyron Chay said. “You have to walk. (It’s) epic and breathtaking.”

It is important for incoming students to be prepared for this exhilarating experience. The following list will help you in prepa-ration to win the day at Autzen Stadium.

1. First and foremost, you cannot enter a football game at Autzen without a ticket. Students get free admission by going to www.GoDucks.com and registering for student tickets. Once registered, you will be sent an email a few days before the game saying ticket purchasing is open to students. It is important to get your ticket as quick as possible as there is only an allotted amount of tickets per grade level — they go fast.

2. Make sure to get all ducked out in green and yellow. If you’re in the student section, wearing anything else will stick out like a sore thumb. Students get very creative with their school spirit, wearing warrior paint, yellow wigs and green spandex suits.

“For me to have students be there that’s where you get the best feeling of spirit and people supporting you,” Oregon defensive back Terrance Mitchell said.

There are times when Autzen does a “Black Out” or “Yellow Out,” and this information can be found on Facebook before games.

3. Don’t forget tailgating, a highlight to football games. ESPN College GameDay frequents Eugene during football season. The show broadcasts early in the morning, and anyone can attend GameDay at Autzen. You might even get caught by the camera and be seen on TV. Duck fans will tailgate hours prior to kick-off. It is advised to save some energy. You need to be ready to cheer on the Ducks when the game starts. Fewer than an hour before the game, all fans from the tailgating areas begin to walk together up to the stadium.

4. The student section is the best section in Autzen. Prepare your-self to stand, as students will chant and cheer the entire game.

“Regular fans can’t get as rowdy as the students,” senior defen-sive end Terrell Turner said.

You will make friends with everyone around you in minutes, high-fiving after every great play. Just remember one thing:

“Be respectful to other people in the stadium,” said Dave Wil-liford, assistant athletic director.

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HOW TO HUmaNIzE YOUR dORm LIFE

> > story by SAIGE KolPACKLiving in the residence halls is a com-

munal experience you will likely never have again. You will never live in this close of a proximity to people who are all the same age as you, and you will never have as much accessibility to campus as when you do living in the dorms. It’s a unique opportunity where you will have the chance to be around many different types of people and one of the only times it is OK to just walk into someone’s room and say hello. Even though it’s not for ev-eryone, stick it out. It’s worth it. You’ll look back on it, and despite all the drama and cramped corridors, you’ll most likely miss it. Here are some ways to make your dorm

experience as rewarding as possible:

mIx Up WhAT yoU EAT Don’t eat at the same place all the time, because it will get old fast.

lEAVE yoUR DooR opEN Introductions can be awkward, and you are going to have to do a lot of them, but the friends you’ll make will make it worth it in the end.

WASh yoUR hANDS Eighty people living in one place leads to a lot of germs and sickness. Luckily, the Health Center is close.

GET oFF CAmpUS The bus is easy to figure out, and Eugene has a lot to offer if you make the effort.

DoN’T Do homEWoRk IN yoUR RoomEveryone in the dorms is on a different schedule, and it can be hard to concen-trate.

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lIFEloNG FRIENDShIp Brotherhood and sisterhood grows during four years of social activities, living together and academics. “If you have a crisis or a broken heart, you have a support system,” Hinman said.

CommUNITy SERVICE The majority of fraternities and sororities have a five-hour community service require-ment each term. Fraternity member Brett Northfield said organizations “put you in a position where you really can give back to the community.”

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ThE ExTRAS Splurge on dinner, a movie, three extra-large buttered popcorns with a few boxes of candy maybe once in a while, but it is important to realize you can’t do every-thing. University junior Kathryn Snow has learned about how important it is to budget her outside activities. “I put a limit on how much I eat out, go out and buy things for fun.” Sometimes a night in from dinner or the bars can be just as relaxing for your pocketbook as it is for you.

CREDIT CARDS Students begin to invest in credit cards throughout their time in college for whatever reasons. If you do have a credit card, be careful of how and when you use it — meaning you should make sure you have the money to pay it off. Duffy has seen finances and low credit scores affect the future of students. “Less debt allows you to do more things,” Duffy said.

TRANSpoRTATIoN Bringing a car to campus can be convenient, but it can also rack up your expenses. Expen-sive parking and gas can be unintended costs when a student comes to college with a car. Eugene offers a bike-friendly atmosphere, and many choose to bike from place to place to cut costs. The Lane Transit District offers buses that can take you virtually anywhere in Eugene and Springfield — plus it’s free with your student ID.

DRINkS For those of you who are 21 and relish in the bar scene, a tab of $30 plus is never a good token to walk away with. Enjoy drinking by

looking into local deals in the community, such as Taylor’s dollar beers and happy hours throughout the city. It is a nice conscious way of keeping your tab low.

homE FoR ThE holIDAyS Students who live in states other than Oregon have the extra travel expenses woven into their budgets. Book flights, trains or buses early to ensure you aren’t grabbing the last seat for the highest price.

SECoNDhAND SToRES oR mAllS? There are plenty of ways to get new looks with out breaking the bank. You can have a clothing swap with friends, which lets you get rid of clothes as well as rummage through your friends stuff. You can get money for your clothes as well as shop wisely at Buffalo Exchange or search at one of the various local thrift stores. You may be surprised what you discover.

While each step presents different appeal, knowing how to balance your finances is an es-sential skill. As Duffy said, “Learning how to do it now helps students prepare for the future.”

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Knight Library. You’ve heard about it since you went on your campus tour at the University. Before you were even admitted into the school, you knew you’d be spending a sig-nificant amount of time here, and you were right.

Built between 1935 and 1937, the Knight Library is the largest library on campus, housing the library’s collec-tions of materials in the humanities, social sciences, music and business as well as the library’s special col-lections, government documents microforms and maps. As you can see, Knight Library is full of informa-tion. The library is located on the west side of the University on Kincaid Street, just off the corner of East 15th Avenue, right in the middle of campus and also close to several restaurants and off-campus housing.

Not only is the library a great place for resources, it’s also a great place to go when you need to buckle down and study. The library is filled with little nooks to study in, and also has study rooms for groups to meet and rent out. There are several ways in which you can use the Knight Library to aid you in your studies.

For a lot of classes, professors re-quire you to check out certain books or use a certain amount of books in a paper, and the library is a great resource for finding those books.

University junior Ashley Nyquist said, “Whenever I need to check out a book, I go to the Knight Library. It’s the fastest and easiest way to find the resources you’re looking for.”

There are people who are ready to help you in the library and can point

you in the right direction whether you’re looking for a book, magazine, article or map. The Knight Library can be very confusing, just because of the pure volume of resources it contains, but there are many people ready to help you find what you need.

If you’re planning on spending a significant amount of time in the library, it’s not a problem. There are areas in which you can get food and drinks when you need a little bit of fuel, and you are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks as long as you’re responsible about it.

“I always bring a ton of food to the library, so I don’t have to get up and go anywhere while I’m studying. I also bring food, so I don’t have an ex-cuse to avoid my homework” Univer-sity junior Grace Burnham said.

The cafe is located in the basement of the library and is open quite late for those who procrastinate.

The library hours are extended to students of the University, and you can stay as long as you need to, but make sure you bring your student ID card with you. At midnight, security guards go around and ask everyone to show their ID cards for safety precau-tions.

If you’re thinking about heading to the library to study for your midterm or final, make sure you get there somewhat early and establish a spot. The Knight Library is almost always full during finals and midterms weeks, and you can almost guarantee finding people spread out on the floor in search of a quiet place to study.

“The Knight Library is one of the best study spots on campus. During

finals week, it’s the most popular place to be,” University sophomore Alexis Pozos said.

The Knight Library is a great place to get things done and has a wide variety of settings in which you can focus. There are large tables with room for you to spread out your work and smaller one-person desks where you can sit and work on an essay. There are also multiple floors in the Knight Library and the higher you go, the quieter it seems to get. At any given time, you can find people on the fourth floor of Knight furiously typing away or completely consumed in their books. There are tables by the win-dows if you want to watch what’s go-ing on outside, or there are tables in the middle of the library if you think you’ll be easily distracted. Either way, there’s a spot for everyone.

No matter what you’re looking for, whether it’s a book, a quiet place to study or a delicious latte, the Knight Library has it all. It’s a great place to study or just to sit and read. Ask most people on campus, and you’ll find that the Knight Library is the place to be when it comes to getting your schoolwork done.

THE LaRGEST aNd mOST POPULaR camPUS LIBRaRY PROvIdES STUdENTS WITH STUdY SPacE RESOURcES> >

“The Knight library is one of the best study spots on campus.”—Alexis Pozos

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1) Introduce Yourself - Learn a little about your neighbors and share a little about yourself. Let your neighbors know you care about the neighborhood.

2) Communicate - Discuss concerns with your neighbors as soon as they arise and before they escalate into larger issues.

3) Get Involved in Your Neighborhood - Your neighborhood has an association that meets regularly. In addition, consider becoming involved in neighborhood service

opportunities.

4) Monitor Your Noise Level - You can have a lot of fun without being loud and disruptive to your neighbors.

5) Park Your Car in Appropriate Places - Parking is a challenge for students and neighbors.

6) Be Responsible When Throwing a Party - Find out other ways to have fun without alcohol. However, if you choose to serve alcohol, ensure that only persons

21 years of age or older are drinking.

7) Know Your Rights and Responsibilities - Go to uodos.uoregon.edu, click on “Off-Campus Living.”

8) Read the Latest Information for Off-Campus Students - Living Off Campus: A Guide for Students, published by the Office of the Dean of Students, contains many

tips and resources for living off campus. Go to uodos.uoregon.edu.

9) Talk with a Community Resource Assistant or Become One Yourself - They work to make their neighborhood a safer and healthier environment where

students can study, have fun, and thrive.

10) Use Resources to Address Conflicts - Conflict Resolution Services, Community Mediation Services, and ASUO Legal Services are all resources to help

in assisting with conflicts. Go to uodos.uoregon.edu.

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Tips for students living off campus:

University Convocation

Sunday, September 25, 20113:30 p.m.

Historic Hayward Field

Be a part of University of Oregon tradition.

University Convocation is a formal welcome for all new students and faculty. It’s the culminating event of the Week of Welcome, setting the tone for the new academic year, and highlighting the opportunities for learning at the UO.

Richard Lariviere, UO President, will officially

welcome you, the class of 2015, as you begin your journey at the University of Oregon. Dr. Lariviere is a renowned scholar in Religious History, specializing in languages, histories, religions and culture of India.

This event is free and open to the public.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Accommodations for people with disabilities will be provided if requested in advance by calling (541) 346-1159.

1) Introduce Yourself - Learn a little about your neighbors and share a little about yourself. Let your neighbors know you care about the neighborhood.

2) Communicate - Discuss concerns with your neighbors as soon as they arise and before they escalate into larger issues.

3) Get Involved in Your Neighborhood - Your neighborhood has an association that meets regularly. In addition, consider becoming involved in neighborhood service

opportunities.

4) Monitor Your Noise Level - You can have a lot of fun without being loud and disruptive to your neighbors.

5) Park Your Car in Appropriate Places - Parking is a challenge for students and neighbors.

6) Be Responsible When Throwing a Party - Find out other ways to have fun without alcohol. However, if you choose to serve alcohol, ensure that only persons

21 years of age or older are drinking.

7) Know Your Rights and Responsibilities - Go to uodos.uoregon.edu, click on “Off-Campus Living.”

8) Read the Latest Information for Off-Campus Students - Living Off Campus: A Guide for Students, published by the Office of the Dean of Students, contains many

tips and resources for living off campus. Go to uodos.uoregon.edu.

9) Talk with a Community Resource Assistant or Become One Yourself - They work to make their neighborhood a safer and healthier environment where

students can study, have fun, and thrive.

10) Use Resources to Address Conflicts - Conflict Resolution Services, Community Mediation Services, and ASUO Legal Services are all resources to help

in assisting with conflicts. Go to uodos.uoregon.edu.

INTeReSTed IN MAKING A dIffeReNCe IN YOUR NeIGhBORhOOd? Stop in at the CommUniversity Resource Assistant Program office in the EMU! 29

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Tips for students living off campus:

University Convocation

Sunday, September 25, 20113:30 p.m.

Historic Hayward Field

Be a part of University of Oregon tradition.

University Convocation is a formal welcome for all new students and faculty. It’s the culminating event of the Week of Welcome, setting the tone for the new academic year, and highlighting the opportunities for learning at the UO.

Richard Lariviere, UO President, will officially

welcome you, the class of 2015, as you begin your journey at the University of Oregon. Dr. Lariviere is a renowned scholar in Religious History, specializing in languages, histories, religions and culture of India.

This event is free and open to the public.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Accommodations for people with disabilities will be provided if requested in advance by calling (541) 346-1159.

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Check out the huge tree that can be climbed with a little skill towards the bottom.

WESTmoRElANDThough Westmoreland is a bit further from campus, frisbee-golf aficionados will love to frequent this park. Yes, it has a frisbee golf course, in addition to a great walking trail and tennis courts. A great place to walk a dog, or have an evening stroll, though keep an eye out for way-ward discs. Located at 18th and Polk.

AmAzoN pARkLocated at 22nd and Hilyard, Amazon has a great system of running and biking trails that encompass 90 acres of free space. Am-azon has great natural areas and even has a restored wetland. Activities and features here include a skate park bowl, community garden, soft-surface running trail, off-leash dog park, basketball, picnics, swimming pool with slides, volleyball and more.

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nity. Be respectful and don’t make a mess. Be nice to your custodial worker, too.

CompRomISE ThE BEST yoU CAN WITh yoUR RoommATEKeep in mind that you may not necessarily be immediate best friends. Sharing such a small room can be tough, but it’s doable.

moST oF All, BE opEN-mINDEDTry new things and meet new people.

hoW To GET oN yoUR RA’S GooD SIDE

Each person has a different relationship with their resident assistant, but the most important thing to remember is that they are more than just an authority figure. They’re there to make sure your freshmen living experience is the best and safest it can be.

• Don’t be afraid of them. Be open to talk-ing to them — it’s what they are there for.

• Don’t just go to them when you have a problem; you can talk to them about every-day stuff that’s going on in your life, too.

• Say “hey” when you see them. • Don’t make alcohol and drug jokes

early on. They may not know you’re kid-ding.

• Don’t drop your keys out the window to a friend.

• Don’t blame them because you got caught for breaking the rules, and remem-ber that it’s not personal — it’s just their job.

• Don’t use the pager too much for when you are locked out, especially at odd hours of the night. If you do use the pager, be extremely nice and polite.

• Don’t be offended if they don’t know your name right away, as 80 names are a lot to remember.

• Don’t drink or smoke in the dorms — go off campus.

• If you are breaking the rules, don’t act like your RA is completely unaware. More often than not, they know.

• Scream as little as possible. • Go to programs. It helps your RA fulfill

certain requirements for their job, but also the programs are specifically made for

you, and you’ll probably get something out of them.

RESIDENCE hAll DESk RESoURCES

There are three different area desks located in the Living-Learning Center, Hamilton Dining and Barnhart Hall. Bean and Hamilton use the Hamilton dining area desk, Carson, Earl, Walton and LLC use the LLC area desk and Barnhart and

Riley use the Barnhart area desk. Area desk services include:• Check-in of new residents during the term• Room changes• Item checkouts• You can check out movies, board

games, sports equipment, irons, hand tools and jumper cables

• Temporary key loans• Room repair requests• Mail distribution and pick-up

Continued from page 52 “HUMANIZE YOUR DORM LIFE”

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> >At this point in your pre-college experi-

ence, you’re probably drowning in advice. Your mom, your grandpa, your uncle, this magazine, your high school teachers and virtually everyone else who is aware of your collegiate aspirations has been relent-lessly assaulting you with “study hard, say no to drugs and use condoms” speeches.

You’re probably thinking, “If I hear one more person tell me what to do, I’ll scream.”

Well, start shouting — because I have just one more bit of advice that people simply do not emphasize enough.

As you go through this process, everyone will tell you what to do and how to do it, but nobody will really tell you to do what you want. Understanding your desires and ambitions is a huge aspect of the college life. You’re not going to have much of a college experience if you don’t eventually break free and lay your own grown rules.

Now don’t get me wrong, people give ad-vice because they want to help you, and you should listen to them, but don’t take their ad-

vice as the final word for who you should be in college. You need to be you, and you need to find out just who that proverbial “you” is.

Isn’t it a bit ironic that everyone tells you how your “independent” life should be? Your independent life should consist of you making independent choices for what you think are good for your wellbeing and your future. However you choose to balance those decisions is your business, and this will be the greatest challenge you will face.

IntroDUCKtion will eventually fade into a distant memory, and you will truly become your own moral judge.

The whole psychology of your life will change. “Wait, you mean I can get wasted on the weekend before midterms, and my mom won’t ground me?”

The increase in freedom means you’ll have to learn what works for you and what doesn’t. You’ll make mistakes — big ones, probably — and you might eventually begin to see that all that advice people gave you was true, but you have to do it your way first.

There is a lot to be learned from mistakes, and it is important for you to accept them as an inalienable aspect of your freshman year. For some of us, our entire freshman year can be described as an inalienable mistake. College is a huge testing ground where you are supposed to identify your strengths and acquire achievements. If you don’t think un-derstanding your weaknesses and failings is a part of that, you’re in for quite the surprise.

College will be, ultimately, whatever you make of it. It’s up to you to create the life you want to have. Though campus has plenty of resources to help you establish your ideal collegiate experience, all the resources in the world can’t tell you how to be you.

As you embark on your four-year journey though the corridors of Friendly Hall and the dining area of the EMU, try not to forget that the whole point of you being here is so you can leave here knowing exactly who you are.

Who knows? Maybe all that knowledge will actually translate into you getting a job one day.

start out on top.

start one step ahead.

start leading from day one.

Start moving up.

Start higher.

Start raiSing the bar.

Start commanding attention.

there’s strong. then there’s army strong. if you want to be a leader in life, joining army rotC at the university of oregon is the strongest way to start. it provides hands-on leadership development. plus you can earn a full-tuition, merit-based scholarship. after graduation, you’ll begin your career as an officer. With a start like that, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

to get started, contact Cpt darren mcmahonat 541-346-7682 or [email protected].

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