DuckLife University of Oregon Magazine 2013

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024 ê our quirky campus. From slackliners to a biannual war between humans and zombies, there’s no shortage of excitement at the University of Oregon.

032 campus map. It’s not uncommon to see a visibly frazzled freshman rush down 13th Avenue shouting for directions. This colorful map should help you avoid being awarded that distinction.

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ê the day the hipster died. Everyone likes a good flannel shirt or Mason jar, but don’t let these trendy pieces draw you into the dark void of hipsterdom. Heed the dangers revealed by this essay from one of our Quackd contributors (even though you’ve probably never heard of him or the site.)

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“Don’t plan your wedding on a Saturday in the fall and expect me to show up,” says Tanner Faris.

Why not? He’ll be at the football game. While campus is waking up and shaking off Friday night, Faris will be lined up outside Autzen – six hours before kickoff. Even though he’s only in his second year here at the UO, Faris has made a name for himself as an Oregon superfan and Pit Crew figurehead. A Duck from birth, it didn’t take long for Faris to find the spotlight and for it to find him.

By the winter of his freshman year, ESPN cameras were honing in on Faris and his trademark steel “O” in the front of the crowd.

Faris doesn’t just show up at his convenience.

“I guess I do plan my falls more than a couple

of years in advance,” he said. He keeps Saturdays and Thursdays open throughout the fall, and makes sure to avoid conflicts during the winter so that he can plan his day around basketball, both men’s and women’s.

Preparation is one thing, and then there’s game day. “I just get as ridiculous as possible,” he said.

“He’s crazy – let’s just put it that way,” said Katherine DuPont, Faris’ friend and fellow Duck fanatic. Sean Larson, like many of Faris’ friends, met the fanatic in line for a basketball game. “If I had to describe Tanner, I’d say passion is a good place to start,” he said. turn the page

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Faris’ screams and chants fill Autzen Stadium, Matthew Night Arena, PK Park and Hayward Field regardless of the score. “No matter what team, no matter what day, you can count on him to be there to cheer on the Ducks,” Larson said. He’ll be the first one in and the last one out of the stadium, proudly singing “Mighty Oregon” and cheering for his team with crazed passion. When Faris finally heads home, long after the casual fans, he starts looking toward his next event.

“You can always count on him to be there, supporting every sport the school has, from men’s basketball to acrobatics and tumbling,” Larson said. “It doesn’t matter what the sport is — he is loyal to this school and that loyalty shows on game day.”

Faris attends his classes and pursues a degree like everyone else, but he always keeps his Ducks close. “I wear (Duck gear) every single day of the week … I was actually just looking over my closet

and I realized I don’t own anything that’s red or blue,” he said.

While Faris is an extreme example of involvement, and not everyone can commit to Oregon athletics the way he does, his passion can certainly be shared by everyone.

Put yourself out there. Show up at football games with your face painted and a clever sign condemning a sub par Pac-12 opponent, but make a point to cheer on our nationally ranked volleyball, softball and baseball programs, too. Challenge yourself to bury your blues and reds, definitely throw out your oranges and blacks, and don’t be afraid to show your “O.” More than anything, Faris embodies a love for his Ducks unlike any other. “He’s one of the craziest, most passionate Duck fans I have ever met,” Du Pont said. “He’ll definitely leave a lasting impression.”

You don’t have to show up as early or as often as Faris, but make sure you

Like many other Oregon die-hards, you’d be hard-pressed to visit Autzen Stadium or Matt Knight Arena without running into Tanner Faris.

If you want to make the most of your time at a Duck game, don’t forget the tailgate parties.

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attend an Oregon sporting event every now and then, and wear your green and yellow proudly when you do. Don’t be afraid to let loose when the muchanticipated kickoff, tip off or first pitch rolls around.

If you think love for your team isn’t enough and want to take your passion to the next level – Faris’ level — he is looking for a “superfan intern.” For any interested, there’s no résumé or interview required — just show up early and look for the guy with the steel “O” and the fedora. If you don’t see him, you’ll certainly hear him.

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THE DAY THE HIPSTER DIED

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“Conor, we need to talk.” The year was 2010. The month was September. In a few minutes, my father would climb into his pickup truck and drive south, leaving me to the spoils and temptations of dorm life. But first, he offered one last nugget of fatherly advice. His warning did not regard the rigors of treating Chlamydia or the pitfalls of mescaline, or the shame of orgies or how to bullshit an A paper. His parting plea was that of a man shaken by fear, revolted by the possibility of losing his youngest son to the dark pits of Northwest culture.

“I don’t want to see you acting like some hipster up here in Oregon,” he said. “That shit is fucking stupid.”

And off he drove.

I’d heard of hipsters before. I’d even seen a few back in

California, or at least thought I’d seen a few. The subculture was vague, contradictory, and rife with negative connotations.

Essentially new era beatniks minus any valuable social agenda, hipsters inspired a special indignation from those less trendy, less arrogant toward cultural taste, less likely to be holding a hand-rolled cigarette. But much like the sasquatch, the identity of the hipster had been so compounded by legend and exaggeration (although the former inspired a music festival, whereas the latter chose not to attend said music festival, opting for a front-garage seat at that local electroska band’s Friday night jam sesh, because, you know, they’re gonna totally blow up in 2019), that spotting one in the wild could only fall short of expectation. turn the page

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o, I didn’t notice many hipsters on campus. Must have been a myth, I told myself, and moved on with my life in Eugene.

Soon, I started wearing flannels.

They were cozy, and seemed to attract more female attention than those clothes from the Gap my mom bought me, I told myself. I started drinking Pabst, as a tribute to my great grandma Bernie, once a secretary at the original PBR offices. Or at least I told myself that. I spent hours on end scouring music blogs for the latest barely discovered talent, a totally productive use of my free time, I told myself.

My weekend social life – of the nonGreek variety – consisted of parties full of stylish, cultured, Spirit-smoking students who I found to have similar interests as my own. This was just your typical college scene, I told myself. I was twenty years old, independent, individualistic, constantly in pursuit of the new, the obscure, the hip.

And then, over two years since I saw pure, unadulterated fear in my father’s eyes, my roommate dropped the bomb on me.

“Conor. You’re kind of a hipster.”

With six words, she’d damaged me irrevocably, with the brute force only equal to a swift smack to the scrotum.

I’d blindly become identifiable as the archetype I feared most. I’d always imagined the hipster in its most extreme form – you know, that dude with the eight-inch framed glasses, dog collar, and fair-trade jorts – but apparently, my tendency towards flannels, shitty beer, and a musical taste equal parts Danny Brown and Sufjan Stevens qualifies me.

So, I ask – how watered down has the hipster become? The answer: even more than a forty-ounce of PBR. Like any trend, it’s easiest to trace the rise and fall of hipsterism through pop culture, and two of the most viral sensations in music – no, the two most viral sensations ­– of 2013 so far have been distinctly and obnoxiously hipster.

First: Harlem Shake, February’s onslaught of 30-second clips in which ridiculously and inventively dressed hoards of hipsters danced in ways we’ve never seen before, and may never see

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again. Second: Macklemore’s “Thrift Shop.” Think about it. An independent artist with a distinct haircut and pontificating lyrics dancing around in hand-me-downs? That shit was so hipster.

At that very moment, hipsterism reached its peak, and simultaneously, its death. It became mainstream, and therefore, ceased to exist altogether. Call it the Hipster Black Hole.

So, upon realizing the HBH, I cracked open a PBR and thought. I thought about the Northwest, the frontier of hipsterism, and where it could turn next. I thought about my friends, and how their fashion senses and nihilistic philosophies could now be classified.

And I thought about my father.

Why, upon my entrance into a world overflowing with STDs and stimulants, was he so appalled at the notion of my surrender to a trend? And then it dawned on me, recalling the night I flipped through old family photos just

a couple weeks earlier. There, with a sun-bleached mop top and neon shortshorts, was Dad, circa 1978. He looked absolutely ridiculous.

Like any father, he feared for his son making the same mistakes he once did. Every generation has its trend, and without fail, that trend is not treated kindly as time passes it by. We all get so caught up in fitting in yet standing out that we forget to take a step back and think – will I regret this when I’m older?

The answer is probably yes. But then again, what is life without regret? If we don’t make mistakes, how do we grow?

And most importantly, is the temporary thrill of being cool in the moment worth a lifetime of shame?

Again, the answer is probably yes.

We’re in college. In a decade or two, we’ll be fat, hairy, and sad. Forever. We are in our primes right here, right now. If there’s glory to be had, we have to soak it in, and if that means remaining on the forefront of the current trend, so be it.

But rest assured, the current trend is not hipsterism. Hipsterism is dead. Now, we wait for the new cool to rear its sexy head.

So no, roommate, I am not a hipster.

I’m too hip for that.

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Maybe you didn’t

come to Oregon for the football.

Maybe you think the sport is stupid and brutal and unnecessary. Maybe you never plan to attend a game.

Maybe you think the program is a huge waste of money. I hate to break it to you, but that doesn’t matter. Like it or not, the football team is going to make a huge impact on your time here. For the past four years, the class of 2013 has been spoiled with the best years the football program has ever known. Four straight BCS bowl appearances, two of them wins, a national championship appearance and the school’s first-ever No. 1 ranking all happened during my short time here. It’s almost absurd how successful we’ve been on the field, and that success has translated into a more prestigious reputation for the University as a whole. turn the page

They say it never rains at Autzen Stadium, and although the veracity of that claim is debatable, there’s no doubt it’s the loudest place on or near the UO campus.

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on’t believe me? Your class is the smartest and most diverse ever to be accepted by the University of Oregon. You come from all over the country and you set a record for most Advanced Placement classes taken in high school. But it’s no accident that you ended up in Eugene. The football team’s flashy uniforms and even flashier wins brought tons of attention to our campus from all over the country. Between spring term 2009 to spring term 2011, the University added almost 2,000 new students to campus. The fact that those years happen to coincide with some of our best and most public football years is no coincidence.

What’s even more telling is that during that same two-year span, the University added 1,964 more out-of-state students, and the resident-to-non-resident ratio is now 53:47, the highest it’s ever been.

In just a few short years, Oregon went from an Oregonian-filled hippie mecca to an innovative, tradition-spurning hype machine, and the football team has led that transformation.

As I contemplate my first football-free fall, I’m beginning to realize just how many of my best college memories are somehow connected to the Ducks. The freshman year walk from the dorms to Autzen across the bridge through Alton Baker Park is one of life’s true joys — I know you’ve probably heard that from everyone, but the river of Duck fans decked out in yellow T-shirts or, conversely, bundled into enormous waterproof jackets (welcome to Eugene weather) will give even the most sportsaverse a little heart flutter.

Then there was that magical run to the BCS National Championship during my sophomore year, an excitement I sincerely hope you experience sometime during your four (or five, or six) years in Eugene. The Ducks were not only the talk of the town, we were the talk of the country, and when the clock wound down in Corvallis and the Ducks’ Civil War win punched their ticket to Glendale, the city erupted in joy and alcohol-induced mayhem. At the time

The Oregon class of 2013 was probably the most spoiled when it came to football. In their four years, these kids saw just as many nearperfect seasons capped with two consecutive BCS bowl victories. PHOTO BY MICHAeL ARELLaNO

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I lived in an apartment complex across from the Barnhart residence hall, and the occupants of my building engaged in a spirited “Go! Ducks!” chant with the freshman across the street. That doesn’t happen every day, and it’s one of my most cherished memories of Duck fanhood.

This year I was in Chicago for one of the season’s biggest games: the Nov. 3 showdown with the hated USC Trojans.

My group and I went to a bar by Wrigley Field that completely decks itself out in Duck gear every game day. The dulcet tones of “I Love My Ducks” greeted me when I entered (memorize those lyrics, by the way) and green and yellow banners bedecked the walls. I was 2,100

miles from Autzen Stadium, but in a strange city I found a bar full of kindred spirits, and I felt right at home.

As the class of 2013 hands over the keys to the student section to you, the class of 2017, we do so with the Oregon football team at the absolute top of their game. Who knows what heights the Ducks will reach during your time in Eugene? Is a national championship in your future? Or will there be a few tough seasons, perhaps with as many as three losses? (How spoiled we’ve become!)

Whatever happens, know that there is a huge community of alumni and fans all over the country, celebrating and commiserating with you at every play.

One day you’ll join us, but for now you are still allowed inside the hallowed ground of the Autzen student section.

Treasure that, because, as I’m now learning, it only lasts a few short years.

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About 2 hours.

Can parents see results?

Your parents have no access to any info, including results.

What happens with my results?

UO will only see study body results, never individual results.

What is it?

An online program designed to inform students about how alcohol affects the body, mind, perceptions, and behaviors.

More questions?

Visit: uodos.uoregon.edu Ready for it?

Visit: AlcholEdu.uoregon.edu

When’s the deadline?

Check your UO e-mail.

Why is it required?

Our goal: Reduce the negative consequences of alcohol misuse & abuse on campus.

What if i don’t take it?

A hold will be placed on your account, preventing you from registering for classes on time.

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WELCOME TO OUR

QUIRKY campus b y sam b ouchat

The UO campus does not lack for interesting events and activities, many of which we only get a glimpse at while walking between classes. Keep an eye out for these quirky goings-on — rain or shine, students know how to keep themselves busy and entertained.

Holi, the festival of colors Spring brings flowers, sun, warm weather and giant puffs of explosive color. That last one is thanks to the Hindu Festival of Colors, or Holi, put on by the Students of the Indian Subcontinent. To celebrate spring, students throw colorful powders and water at each other and into the air, creating a variable tornado of pastels, rendering the participants — most of whom wear white — unrecognizable at the end. The event is fun, chaotic and beautiful and brings to campus a rainbow burst of Indian culture.

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Humans Vs. Zombies

LARPing

Protests

Slacklining

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ê Occasionally, a medieval war

Welcome to your liberal arts university, where someone, somewhere is always protesting something — and that’s a good thing. Student organizations and individuals make sure to take advantage of the freedom to speak out against practices, institutions, organizations and traditions. Students will be sure to see protesters set up with signs, chants and resolute faces to speak their minds. In a constantly evolving world, students do their best to take part in facilitating progress and adding to the public discourse.

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running around with large, brightly colored Nerf guns — these are merely hunters. What are they hunting? Zombies, of course. The University of Oregon’s Humans Versus Zombies game is serious business. Zombies run around with brightly colored bandanas on their heads, attempting to get at the humans, who wear their bandanas on their arms and defend themselves with a variety of Nerf pistols. Don’t be surprised to find Nerf ammo in the weirdest of places on campus.

will break out on one of the UO lawns. Individuals with self-made armor, foam swords, intricately decorated shields and fierce battle cries might be sprinting toward each other in impassioned display, seeming to come right out of one of Tolkien’s fantasy novels. This is the Belegarth Medieval Combat Society, and they exist to recreate Dark Age battle conditions in an adrenaline-fueled, costumed game that’s much safer than its historical counterpart.

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many huge trees on campus if we can’t string up a rope between two of them and test our balance?

Slacklining is something you’ll definitely see whilst meandering campus, and the agility of the individuals participating will make you want to give it a try. With only about a yard to fall and fellow walkers to cheer you on, the benefits far outweigh the risks.

Just be sure to get up and try again.

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University Convocation is the official welcome for all new students and faculty members. It’s the culminating event of Week of Welcome, setting the tone for the new academic year, and highlighting the opportunities for learning at the UO. Michael Gottfredson, university president, will welcome you, the class of 2017, as you begin your journey at the University of Oregon.

This event is free and all are welcome.

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.

TREES TREES TREES TREES b y KE V I N P I AS KOW S K I

We take trees pretty seriously.

If you haven’t realized it yet, just take a look at the sheer number of trunks and foliage in our midst. We took a walk around campus with campus tree expert Whitey Lueck.

Here’s what we learned.

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Giant Sequioa

Purple European Beech

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Hall that houses University

Annex and its courtyard and a staple of the freshman weekend excursions between the dorms and West University, according to Lueck, this tree dates back to around 1925. You’ll probably recognize it as the tree with the cheeky tag, “Sup?”

administration offices, you’ll find a Giant Sequioa with branches sprawled all the way down to the ground. And while its height is impressive, the most remarkable aspect is its relatively young age, with its planting dating back to around 1937, according to Lueck.

Douglas-Fir Alleé

ê One of the most iconic walkways at the University is the pathway between Kincaid Street and Deady Hall. You’ll notice the succession of evenly spaced Douglas firs — Oregon’s state tree. In fact, the trees go from younger to older as you walk up the hill to Deady Hall.

Big-Leaf Maple

ê If you’ve taken a tour through campus, then you should be familiar with Deady Hall, the original and oldest University building that housed the first classes taught here. Just outside the hall’s entrance stands a big-leaf maple that dates back to the early 1880s. Interestingly, the tree hosts licorice ferns that grow in the opposite season of the tree.

can you name each bark?

Giant Sequioa

Coast Redwood

Big-Leaf Maple

ê Located just outside the courtyard of Lawrence Hall, this coast redwood is native to coastal California and parts of Oregon. The tree actually split into two trunks when it was young and now, as a fully grown tree, the two trunks share the same roots.

Coast Redwood

Purple European Beech

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WHO YOU’LL SEE

Find love in the amphitheater b y S am b ouchat

If places had attitudes, the University of Oregon amphitheater would be one emotional roller coaster ride. Here are just a few of the many different personalities you’ll find walking through the social center of campus.

If ever you’re wondering if you’re loved, the Jesus Loves You guy is there every day to remind you. Dependably holding his religious signs, often accompanied by a dog and a similarly decked out “Jesus Loves You” bike, you can expect to find this familiar gentleman standing at his self-appointed post at the top of the amphitheater incline. Stop by and say hello or just keep walking — you can try again tomorrow.

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ê Whereas Jesus Loves You man is quiet and peaceful, periodically there’s an extreme religious foil. Expect to see one or two Bible thumpers on crates in the amphitheater every year. You’ll recognize them before you see them — they’ll be the ones yelling about your damnation. Keep an eye out for guys preaching the end of the world, too. They haven’t been right yet, but you never know.

If yelling isn’t your cup of tea, stick around: The various a Capella groups on campus use the amphitheater to perform. Check out On The Rocks, the all-male singing group, every Friday at 4 p.m. The allfemale group Divisi and the co-ed group Mind the Gap perform Fridays starting at 3:45 p.m.

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Sometimes the amphitheater is the site of some strange activities, and as popular culture evolves, so do the things drawing students to this social hub. The Duck’s “Harlem Shake” video, for instance, managed to test the sheer number of people able to fit in the amphitheater while still participating in a weird but fun Internet meme. Who knows what students will do next in their drive to stay on the cutting edge of bizarre new trends?

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They say you should dress for the job you want, not the job you have. The same advice rings true for how you want people to remember you the second you walk into a classroom on your first day. So, who do you want to be?

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Women, put on a cute sundress, either floral or tribal print. Match with a light jean button-up for the classrooms that are freezing. Put on some comfy flats since you will get lost and your feet will hurt.

women’s wear Invest in a functional yet fashionable boot.

Think either riding style boots or a nice pair of Hunter brand rain boots. Also, you will be happy to know that leggings are the things to wear, all the time. They will be your best friend all fall and winter.

Once the sun comes out please ditch the see through leggings for some skinny jeans.

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Wearing yellow and green or sporting the “O” will make you feel like you belong and are a part of the college culture. You will be pleasantly surprised as to how many people here show off their Duck pride on a daily basis.

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Men, you get to pull of the lazy look all year. Since our school is proud of its athletic programs, gym clothes are seen on everyone. It’s a simple style to wear every single day, but if you want to be more stylish, plaid is the most popular pattern worn my men. It goes with everything that you own and automatically makes you look like a stylish lumberjack.

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What’s that glass building near Matt Knight Arena? What about the one with the big yellow O across the way from the library? By the time you throw your graduation cap into the air at commencement, you’d better know these buildings better than anyone you ever locked lips with in your mom’s ‘02 Corolla. We’ll get you started.

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Welcome to Oregon.

There’s plenty to do and see on campus, but true Oregonians branch out and explore every corner of the state, even if they’re only here for four years.

From the myriad events hosted at the EMU Amphitheater (pictured to the right) to the locales and festivals dotted throughout the Pacific Northwest, we’ll make sure you’re an authority on all things Oregon before you graduate.

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Southern Oregon A snow-covered Crater Lake and a sun-drenched Table Rock are just two of the iconic landmarks Southern Oregon has to offer. The two- or three-hour trip is worth it if for no other reason than to call yourself a true Oregonian.

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Sasquatch The Pacific Northwest is well known for its tunes and no event is more widely discussed than the Sasquatch Music Festival. Prepare to have your Facebook and Twitter feeds bombarded by pics and updates from the frontlines.

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Matt Knight Arena You’ll see dunks. You’ll hear music.

You’ll smell the familiar scent of fresh popcorn. There’s always something happening at Matt Knight Arena. Just remember to admire the unique court — its Douglas fir pattern is unrivaled.

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The Shoryuken Lounge is all about variety. Humongous flat-screens line the walls and traditional arcade machines smatter the floor and its hours of operation are both kid-friendly (before 5 p.m.) and 21 and over (after 5 p.m.) The barcade features a number of unique drinks, including 17 different Pokémon-themed cocktails — bottoms up, Charizard! The best part? Five bucks at the door will get you unlimited play until they close.

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Downtown Eugene can be a strange and intimidating place — it’s a melting pot for all different types of unique individuals. It’s also a hub for homeless people, an oasis for those who love to drink 40s at 11 a.m. on a Tuesday. And yet, a few brave business owners have been able to forge awesome little pockets in this wasteland for the rest of us Eugenians to enjoy. Here is a little list of Eugene’s downtown “diamonds in the rough.”

Lazar’s Bazar Counter-culture shops are considered a staple here in Eugene, and Lazar’s Bazar could probably be considered the Mecca of Eugene counter-culture. This place has everything a new Eugenian could possibly need — stickers, posters, tapestries, incense, smoking supplies, lava lamps and everything in between. If you’re looking for a unique gift, or just want to be entertained for an hour, you should hop into Lazar’s Bazar.

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Recently, the Bijou has opened a new venue at 42 West Broadway St. The new location provides more intimate seating and themed weeks where the staff will showcase particular genres of film, like horror or kung fu.

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WELCOME TO THE PIONEER CEMETERY. IT’S CREEPY.

The somber peace of the Eugene Pioneer Cemetery is nestled in the heart of our bustling campus. We walk by it every day to and from class and feel the eerie, historical presence that exudes a mysterious beauty. When the sunshine is gleaming from the tree tops onto the weathered headstones, the cemetery provides a unique shortcut through campus or a refreshing place to go for a run. But avoid it at night when it’s dark and ominous. Here are some things you might not know about this unique corner of campus.

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acres, the cemetery has 5,000 burials, including Louis Renninger (18411908), a Union soldier who received the Medal of Honor for gallantry in the American Civil War, and James Henry Dickey Henderson (1810–1885), a U.S. Representative from Oregon. You’ll also find many of the names that adorn street signs all around town. Just try and find all the Kincaid tombstones.

Go on a hunt

Stay safe

The University of Oregon Housing department offers a Ghost Hunting 101 workshop for freshmen.

Grab a voice recorder and video camera to go out into the field with real-life ghost hunters and see if you can detect a supernatural presence.

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It’s not unusual to see a pair of Nikes flying through the cemetery at lightning speeds as its wearer runs past tombstones during a regular exercise. In fact, Pioneer Cemetery is one of the quickest ways to make it from University Street to the south lawn behind the Knight Library. It’s also one of the more scenic places to go for a quick run.

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When it comes to parks, Eugene offers some beautiful venues for picnics, hiking and disc golf. The following five parks seldom disappoint.

Skinner’s Butte is located on the north edge of Eugene. It is a giant hill facing the entire city with beautiful hiking trails and vacant lawns. The park is approximately 200 feet above the city, so rock climbing is welcome. An “O” emblem is erected on the hill and can be seen from the surrounding city as well as the air. It used to be lit up leading up to the Civil War game. Biking to the top and enjoying the view is a treat to behold.

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Hendricks Park is the oldest park in Eugene.

Known for its rhododendron garden, the park also features a hiking trail, 200-year-old Douglas fir trees and a healthy variety of wild flowers. It is 78 acres and perfect for hiking, jogging, and birding. Also if you enjoy picnics, you might want to stop by.

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is located next to the UO. The entrance is located on the corner of 14th Avenue and Hilyard Street. Small and quaint, it’s a nice place to escape campus for a bit on a sunny day. It was designed by students of the landscape architecture department at the UO in 1979. The park features a plaza, boulders and a slew of plants native to the region.

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Since the park opened in 1986, it has hosted several tournaments. The course was designed over old airport runways. The short holes make the games quick and the course popular. It can be a bit wet November through May, but it features nine holes and concrete tees. Scattered foliage makes it a pretty venue.

Get there early as it gets crowded on sunny days.

holes and costs $3 per person per day. Trees include an old filbert grove, large maples, firs, cotton woods, and cedars. Since the course is located next to Autzen Stadium, the course is cut down to 12 holes on days that there is a big event. In addition to disc golf, Alton Baker Park is a dog park with duck ponds and bicycle trails.

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Why are they here?

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According to Kelly McIver, communications director and public information officer for UOPD, “our officers and the Eugene police officers would much rather be dealing with actual criminals that are coming onto campus stealing bikes and laptops than dealing with students that are intoxicated.”

Watch for Campus Crime Alerts

Remember your rights

Campus Crime Alerts are one service offered by the UOPD. Email alerts notify members of the community of crimes on or near the UO campus and allow people to take the proper precautions.

Big question: can the police enter your room if you refuse to open your door in the dorms? According to McIver, “it would depend on the necessity of the situation.” For example, a burglary attempt is handled differently than any suspicion of a controlled substance. Tip: your resident assistant decides whether police involvement is necessary or not, so be nice.

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The ticket that will ruin your Friday night (and your record) It’s more than likely at least one person you know will get a ticket for being a minor in possession, more commonly known around campus as an MIP. The way to get a ticket for Minor in Possession is being just that. “In our community, your body is treated as a container so possession doesn’t just mean ‘I have a beer,’” said McIver. “It means ‘I have alcohol in my body, as well as on my person.’” The consequences of getting an MIP, or any ticket for that matter, is a hefty fine and, most likely, your first court appearance.

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Avoid getting into trouble Best advice: be respectful to police when interacting with them.

McIver suggests if you feel you’re being treated unfairly, take notes and file a complaint afterward.

Looking cool in front of your friends isn’t so fun when you get arrested.

“Don’t be obnoxious, don’t steal stuff, don’t do the kooky things that you saw in that movie, and you’ll probably be fine,” said McIver.

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Need a fun class to break up your more demanding ones? You’re not alone. Consider these quirky and obscure classes the University of Oregon has to offer. It could spark an interest you never even knew you had. Note that some of these classes are open to you now, but others require prerequisites.

Holy sh*t, dinosaurs!

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Overview of the past and present biodiversity of vertebrate animals, including ourselves, dinosaurs and what ruled the ocean when dinosaurs roamed the land. Learn how birds have evolved from the dinosaurs that became extinct 65 million years ago. Take a look into the prehistoric world and learn to distinguish a stegosaurus from a tyrannosaur and an ornithopod.

J412: Understanding disney For journalism and cinema studies majors and minors, this class examines the media content, process and audiences associated with Disney. Analyze some of your favorite childhood movies while learning about the largest media conglomerate in the world.

Warning: could cause desires to become a Disney princess.

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SO YOU WANNA DATE IN COLLEGE? GET READY TO PUT YOURSELF OUT THERE.

It’s your freshman year of college. You’re looking forward to the parties, meeting new people and, perhaps meeting that guy or girl you can connect with on a romantic level. But, maybe your idea of meeting someone isn’t while you’re drunk at a party. Maybe the idea of a one-night-stand doesn’t appeal to you. If that’s you, here are some tips to finding more than just a good time your freshman year of college.

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Remember those middle school fantasies about going out on a real, “grown-up” date with a crush? The one where he bought you flowers and picked you up? The one where you kiss at the door? Well, let’s make it happen. Rather than exchanging phone numbers and having a party be the first place you interact, go out to dinner. Take that risk. It’s better to live without regrets than with a little rejection.

girl in the green dress in your philosophy class?

Talk to her. As nervewracking as it may seem, just DO it. When leaving class, make eye contact with her and find an excuse to ask her something: “Did (insert professor’s name here) say she was going to put the note slides on Blackboard?” Gauge her reaction and then just let the conversation flow from there. Seriously, what have you got to lose?

Like sports? Try intramural teams. Like the outdoors? Go on hikes organized by the Outdoor Program. The UO offers a wide-range of opportunities to explore new interests and develop the old.

Meeting people through shared interests means there’s more chance to meeting potential partners, close friends.

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Oftentimes, when we first start dating someone, we get caught up in our own head: Does this sound weird? Do I sound desperate? Is it too soon to call? Instead of torturing ourselves with our analyses, what if we just did what felt right? Maybe then we could have more relationships that are authentic and genuine.

If he or she doesn’t respond well to our loving attention, then maybe that person isn’t for us anyway.

Take it slow It’s not to say that if you don’t, it won’t work out, but there is something to be said about taking your time when it comes to being physical with someone. Build an emotional connection with each other before you get in bed. Besides, it’s likely that the experience will be even better because you waited, making for a more passionate encounter.

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What’s your number? b y ede r cam p u z a n o

No matter what you major in, there’s just no escaping numbers. Journalism majors dread the two economics classes they’re required to take. Allied Arts and Architecture students will undoubtedly marvel at just how much the 16-ounce Chai in their building’s café just cost them. And math majors, well, the less we know, the better. Here are some of the most interesting figures relating to your college experience we could drum up:

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bicycle lanes on Eugene’s streets and of dedicated bike trails in the city, respectively. Funny enough, it’s faster to ride your bike from the UO campus to Alton Baker Park than it is to drive — one of five bicycle/pedestrian bridges spanning the Willamette make it an easy commute.

Eugene experiences on average.

Sounds good enough, right?

Unfortunately, if you’re a Duck who likes to migrate home for the summer, this number will decrease drastically for you as the majority of Vitamin-D soaked afternoons occur between early July and late September.

yield 139 days of precipitation, whether it’s a light sprinkle prior to a big Duck game or a torrential downpour that shuts down entire streets due to flooding concerns.

They say real Oregonians don’t carry umbrellas but that’s incredibly misleading — most everyone who says this wears his or her umbrella, and it’s usually Columbia brand.

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there was a butt in every seat, this is how many people would be attached to said posteriors. This is, by far, the largest classroom on campus.

Professor Professerson once made the mistake of filling this lecture hall with a discussion section for Paradigms of Human Memory. Things did not go well (and I sincerely hope you assumed the previous sentence was a lie. But, seriously, how horrible would that experience have been?)

Autzen Stadium can hold at full capacity. If the university ever required all of its students to take one class simultaneously, this would be the place to do it. Heck, if Lane Community College, located just over the hill on 30th Avenue, wanted its students to do the same, there’d be room to spare as well.

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Pioneer Cemetery near MacArthur Court is home to many of Eugene’s most notable former residents and Pre’s Rock stands as a memorial to track and field legend Steve Prefontaine. The Eugene Masonic Cemetery can be found near 25th Avenue and University Street and Laurel Hill Cemetery is just east of campus. The Masonic and Pioneer cemeteries are known as great places for afternoon walks — just be wary of travelling near either once the sun sets.

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ome as you are to make friends, ask questions, grow in your faith, receive and share the love and grace of Christ, and learn what it means to you to be a person of faith.

Theology on Tap: Every Tuesday night young adults gather at local pubs to engage in meaningful conversation, build friendships and grow in our faith. Join our facebook group: Theology on Tap Eugene.

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Sunday Worship: 8:15am and 10:45am

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ê The number of miles between you

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and the city known for its residents’ penchant for putting birds on things.

During your time at the UO, you’ll definitely want to check out the only city in the state that boasts a larger population than Eugene’s. Find out for yourself if everything you saw in “Portlandia” is true.

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You know the usual places to go for coffee: Starbucks, Espresso Roma, DUX Bistro. But what if we become bored with this selection? What if we yearn for a café with a bit more character and unique ambiance?

Here is a guide to a few café alternatives you can find around campus.

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Lillis Café If you don’t have classes in this business mecca, you may not hear about this coffee shop at all. However, it’s a convenient place to grab a prepackaged snack and an Italian soda. Seating is limited, so take your snack up to the top floor of Lillis and enjoy the view of campus through the building’s floor-toceiling windows. It’s especially great when the sun’s a-shining.

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ê With seats alongside a window, near a cozy fireplace, this shop is a great place to stop for a quick study session.

It carries a selection of prepackaged, refrigerated drinks to go, as well as Holy Cow sandwiches and cookies. If you have classes in this building, great; and even if you don’t, you won’t regret the short walk to this unique campus building.

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ê Located in the basement of the Knight Library, this is a great place to get a bite to eat or a cup of coffee while studying for midterms and finals. There are tables and couches, as well as donuts, mochas and cold sandwiches.

Though the ambiance suffers a little since it’s in the basement, it still gets you a caffeine fix when you need one.

Marché Café

ê Nestled on the side of the Jordan Schnitzer Museum, it’s easy to walk past this café unsuspecting of its international cuisine and classy ambiance.

It’s unlike any other coffee shop around campus with its modest, but delicious selection of French cuisine to choose from. From buttery baguettes, to flavorful quiche, to apple brie paninos, the place is unique and tasteful.

Plus, the seating outside and low lights only add to the allure.

AA Hearth Café

ê Looking for a place to get coffee and lunch?

A place unique, warm and inviting? Try the Allied Arts Hearth Café in Lawrence Hall.

Located on the second floor, this coffee shop also serves hot entrees for a reasonable price, including hot sandwiches. The feel of the shop is warm and inviting and the large windows and the hardwood floors make it all the better.

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EDITOR’S COLUMN

make the most of the next four years When I stepped onto this campus four years ago, I had no direction, few friends and an irrational sense of fear when I thought about my future. I was confused about who I was and what I wanted to do. I had no prospects for a career, my initial inclinations to becoming a lawyer weren’t looking good and everybody I knew was pushing and pulling me in opposite directions.

High school was over, and I no longer had a group in which I “fit in.” I didn’t have a clique backing me up or teachers who cared about my grades anymore.

To put it bluntly, no one cared who Sam Stites was.

After wandering through three terms of general education courses, I found a use for my storytelling in the form of reporting for The Emerald. With that, my affection for journalism propelled me into a roller coaster of failures and triumphs that led me here to you today.

I’m sure that by now you’re

BIO Sam Stites is Emerald Media Group’s incoming editor in chief. A Portland-area native, Stites joined the organization when it was still a daily newspaper in his freshman year.

Whenever there’s ice cream in the newsroom, he goes straight for the mint chocolate chip.

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swimming in advice: “Study hard, don’t drink to excess and use protection.” But the one piece of advice that’s probably most important is the one thing nobody ever told me: Find yourself. Go forth and explore the world. Try new things and meet new people. These are the days that will mold your views and beliefs for the rest of your life, and if you don’t experiment, you’re selling yourself short.

I found that this university and those in the community who share it will bend over backward to help you, but you must show that you’re committed to excellence. No matter what you’re

interested in, there is something here for you.

Over the next four years, you may lose contact with old friends, but I promise you will gain new ones and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Who knows, maybe your roommate is the next Phil Knight. Hell, maybe you’re the next Phil Knight — but you won’t know until you get out there and find what you love.

A wise man once said, “Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard.” No matter your skin color, religion, sexual orientation or social class, everyone has equal opportunity to be great here at the University of Oregon.

It’s up to you. You can sit idle and waste four years, or you can make lifelong friendships, expand your skills and figure out what you want to do with your life.

The ball is in your court.

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