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Editor’s note Your freshman survival guide is all about learning experiences by nora Simon

What to know at the UO Essentials about the incidental fee and important building hours by nora simon

24 Campus safety

Campus resources and how to get help in an emergency by nora simon

Curtail the freshman 15 Smart food choices, using city’s recreation opportunities crucial by reed jackson

10 Expand your horizons

Getting involved and active early on define your time here by mark costigan

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Eugene has a great scene, but keeping some simple, safety tips in mind can ensure positive vibes by andrew hitz

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Good decision-making can make freshman year a success for anyone by kenny ocker

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28 Work, work, work A little talking can go a long way Balancing work, study and play toward a good living relationship can become difficult by anais keenon

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35 Group directory These classes are staples of each Contact information for campus school’s freshman curriculum organizations and club sports by reed jackson COVER PHOTO IVAR VONG MODEL SHANNON DEYERLING

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appreciate its effect on my current situation. My experience is rare because this year I moved into a house with my roommate from the dorms. Though living in shoebox-like conditions meant we were in each other’s space constantly, we’re think the housing gods got this one right. Nothing else could explain why we’re living together for round two in an actual house. That’s not to say we didn’t have our difficulties in the dorms, but what I learned from that year was the importance of making the best of my college experience and having a great a time. Many freshman roommates now have polite, but not truly friendly, relationships, but somehow, probably because we have the same sarcastic sense of humor and love looking at lolcats, we’ve remained actual friends. Freshman year is all about experiences — both academic and social — and growing out of your traditional comfort zone. You begin to learn more about yourself, what you believe and what you want to do with your life. The Emerald’s Freshman Survival Guide has made freshman year as the ultimate learning experience a focal point because it will be the central element of your time here as a Duck. In addition, we’ve given a sampling of some of the ways to enjoy Eugene and get out of the

campus bubble. One thing I’ve learned in year of living off campus is that there’s a whole lot more out there to enjoy in Eugene than Nora simon editor in chief just campus. That said, the Daily Emerald specializes in University of Oregon news, and we provide students a voice on issues that matter. We want to give you what you need to know when you want to know it. We do that by producing a daily publication during the academic year and maintaining a Web site with updates and breaking news. We at the Emerald hope you’ll continue to pick up the paper when it starts daily publication in September. When you’re back on campus the week before classes begin, look for our Back to the Books edition, which will offer even more information and insight about the University and the city. Until then, get excited about your first days as a college student. We hope this guide offers you all the inspiration and information you need to successfully become part of unique Eugene. 27065

elcome to your first year at the University of Oregon. The time you’re about to have will be unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. Thanks for picking up your introduction to the Oregon Daily Emerald, the campus’ independent student newspaper. Consider this your guide to your University and your campus. When you’re paying thousands of dollars per year, keeping up on campus events, the administration and the student government should be in your interest. Because the University is like a city within a city, you can only get solely campuscentric, student-related news from the Daily Emerald. We exist to serve your need to know about everything that matters to you as a student. For now, as you’re getting acquainted with campus for the first time this summer, we want to leave you with some important information about the University and the city. Eugene and the University of Oregon offer many great opportunities and experiences to grow as a person and define who you are. From living with a roommate to staving off the freshman 15, freshman year offers unique challenges and excitements that will forever shape your life. Going into my last year at the University, I can look back at my freshman existence and

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Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday: Noon to 11 p.m. Go to uorec.uoregon.edu or the SRC for specific facility hours.

What the heck is the incidental fee? Incidental fees at Oregon public universities are in place under state law to help pay for students’ “cultural and physical development.” Students legally must have a say in determining what students pay for the incidental fee. Our student government, the Associated Students of the University of Oregon, or ASUO, finances student groups and non-student organizations that provide services to students. Four ASUO committees determine student fee allocations: the Programs Finance Committee (PFC), EMU Board, Athletic Contracts and Finance Committee (ACFC) and Department Finance Committee (DFC). The ASUO submits its budget to the University president, who then turns it over to the Oregon State Board of Higher Education for approval. Major services the incidental fee provides are: • Student tickets to athletic events, including football and men’s basketball • Free bus fare for students from Lane Transit District • EMU building and programs • Knight Library extended hours • Campus media (Daily Emerald, Oregon Commentator, KWVA, Ethos, etc.) • Designated Driver Shuttle and Assault Prevention Shuttle

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he University of Oregon takes safety and security, both oncampus and off-campus, quite seriously and offers various resources for crime prevention, personal protection and emergency situations.

It’s important to realize the types of safety concerns that confront students in Eugene. According to the University’s Department of Public Safety, between 2006 and 2008 there were 19 total forcible sex offenses, five robberies, 19 aggravated assaults, 110 burglaries and 51 motor vehicle thefts on and around campus. DPS produces an annual Campus Safety Guide that includes more information about how students can increase their safety and security on campus. Students and parents can find the guide online at safetyweb.uoregon.edu/sites/all/files/ docs/Campus_Security_Report_2009.pdf. Being aware of the following University resources can help promote your safety on and off campus.

Safe Ride Resources Financed through the ASUO incidental fee and operated by students, Designated Driver Shuttle and Assault Prevention

Shuttle provide free rides to students at night. DDS takes students home from parties, bars and other locations on a no-questionsasked basis. APS drives students, faculty and staff who feel uncomfortable walking by themselves at night. These services get busy on weekends and even weekdays, so it’s best to call ahead 30 minutes before you want a ride.

DPS has officers on campus every day of the year to ensure students and the campus community remain safe and even offers a safety escort service at night and during the early morning to students who feel unsafe walking on campus.

DPS office: Straub Hall, across from the Student Recreation Center Emergency dispatch: (541) 346-6666

DDS phone: (541) 346-RIDE, ext. 1

Non-emergency dispatch: (541) 346-2919

Daily hours: 10 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

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APS phone: (541) 346-RIDE, ext. 2 Fall/winter hours: Sun.-Thurs., 6 p.m. to midnight; Fri.-Sat., 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Crime and Safety Resources DPS and the Eugene Police Department work together to enhance campus safety and respond to incidents. Specifically, DPS takes care of on-campus incidents in and out of the residence halls, bicycle registration, stolen bicycle recovery, campus parking permits and distributing parking tickets.

Phone: (541) 682-8350

Emergency Call Boxes Approximately 30 blue emergency call boxes are located across campus, both inside and outside, to be used to contact DPS. Outdoors call boxes are translucent boxes with a blue light attached to yellow posts that say “EMERGENCY” on the front. Inside boxes are smaller squares marked “EMERGENCY” with no blue light. A large red button inside the box activates the box and connects to a DPS dispatcher.

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is only a five-minute walk from the dorms and has a variety of health-conscious products at affordable prices. In addition to eating properly, exercise is a crucial part of any weightmaintenance program. And fortunately, both the University and the city of Eugene provide activities and provisions to help make maintaining a realistic weight easier. Each year, the University curriculum contains more than 180 physical education courses that can help make exercise cultivating and entertaining. Furthermore, each student enrolled in school courses has access to the on-campus Student Recreation and Fitness Center, which has excellent facilities, including three basketball courts, a track, a weight room and an Olympic-sized swimming pool. For those who enjoy exercising through competition, intramural sports are a great way to stay fit while having fun. As a League of American Bicyclists gold-level bicycle-friendly community and being recognized nationally as “Track Town USA,” Eugene is noted for its recreational opportunities. One can cycle along rivers and hills on paved paths or mountain bike trails stretching from campus to the city scenery. If you’re up for the challenge, hike the Spencer Butte Trail, which offers a majestic view of Eugene and the Willamette River. In between class, take a run on Pre’s Trail, a four-mile-long running and walking trail named after heralded track star Steve Prefontaine. Eugene always has an outdoor activity to offer, so take advantage of its exercise-friendly amenities and facilities. Finally, and maybe most importantly, don’t let your emotions control your eating habits. The first semester of college is a transitional period for college freshmen, where they break apart from the rules and regulations of their parents to define themselves as young adults. This process usually involves an array of emotional activity. Food isn’t the answer to stress, loneliness, boredom or fatigue. Find a non-food way to solve these issues, such as calling a friend to talk when you’re lonely, exercising during your boredom-prone time of day or taking a nap when you’re tired.

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igors of a heavy academic load, a new social life — and a meal plan full of healthy and not-so-healthy foods — confront the hundreds of freshmen headed for the University of Oregon this fall. Mix that with the adjustment to new surroundings and new pressures, and it’s easy to see why gaining weight for first-year students is so common. Maintaining a healthy weight, however, is possible, if you know what to look for when choosing foods and if you take advantage of the University and city of Eugene’s recreation opportunities. The causes of the so-called “freshman 15” are simple: lack of exercise, eating late at night, eating unhealthy cafeteria food and drinking excessive amounts of alcohol. Most college students have very busy schedules, which makes avoiding these unhealthy tendencies difficult. Managing weight involves planning meals and exercising regularly. While in the school cafeterias, choose foods wisely. Foods that are low in fat and high in fiber are best for a healthy diet. A chicken wrap from the Grab ‘N’ Go Marketplace, for example, is a great example of a meal that is both filling and beneficial to your body. When at other dormitory food venues, such as Dux Bistro, Barnhart Dining and Carson Dining, which have a large variety of cuisine to choose from, try to base your diet on lean proteins such as chicken breast and beans, low-fat dairy, fruits, vegetables, and limit soda, candy and desserts. Additionally, stock your dorm room with healthy snacks, such as fruit, string cheese, yogurt and lots of water to give your body a nourishing boost in between meals. Outside of campus, avoid eating fast food (yes — even pizza). Eugene has an abundance of organic and natural health food restaurants and grocery stores. Sweet Basil Express, a Thai restaurant two blocks from campus, uses fresh ingredients such as turmeric and galangal that have immune-boosting power and can be used in nonfattening dishes that are delicious. If you prefer to make your own healthy meals, Market of Choice

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The world is at your fingertips. You have the freedom to define who you’re going to be and what you’ll represent for the rest of your life. Thinking about the freedom of college in this regard (rather than the Belushi/Animal House portrayal) might be unsettling, but the path to success is a little different than what the “Princeton Review” might tell you. The key is getting involved. As a freshman, you’ll always have the security of locking yourself in your dorm room. You’ll always have the chance to say “no” to an opportunity. But where’s the fun in that? You have some incredible opportunities ahead of you. There are so many new ideas to hear, people to meet, events to attend and clubs

to join. College is all about making your own education. Classes give you direction for your educational pursuits, but the majority of what you learn over the next four years won’t take place in a lecture hall. So why not spread your wings? Join an organization that will benefit from the talents you will bring to Eugene. Everyone has a niche. There are hundreds of outlets in this community to define yourself through. Co-founder of the Climate Justice League and incumbent ASUO Senator Jeremy Blanchard was a computer science major when he came to the University. Soon enough, his world was rocked and his life took a turn he never would have imagined.

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ongratulations. You’re about to enter a challenging, exciting and truly profound time of your life. A university made up of 22,000 unique students in the historic, cultured citadel that is Eugene awaits. Are you ready? I wasn’t. I made my way from the East Coast hustle and bustle — an idealistic, ambitious yahoo armed with nothing but a love for adventure — to the innovative and creative Pacific Northwest. I didn’t realize it, but when I look back on that time of my life, I didn’t even know the first thing about taking care of myself. The fact is, when a college student leaves the “cradle,” where meals, laundry, and shelter are taken care of, suddenly life takes a different turn.

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“As a freshman, I was so concerned with working towards the goals everyone had always laid out for me,” Blanchard said. “You know? Get a degree, find an internship, get a job. I never really questioned what I wanted out of my education. Then one year I was invited to work on Lidi Soto’s ASUO executive campaign. Since then, I’ve been involved in campus politics.” Blanchard said working with the ASUO student government helped him maximize his college experience. “All learning happens on the edge of your comfort zone,” he said. “Being in a dynamic environment can enrich your own views when you’re challenged by others. The ASUO put me in a situation I wouldn’t necessarily have opted to be around.” Getting involved on campus will foster the personal growth that starts in your classes. College is a time of your life where you gain an

increased awareness about the world. In a very rapid amount of time, you may find yourself discovering new passions and becoming inspired by questions professors ask in class. It’s all part of the learning process. Beyond the conventional realm of academia, make sure to meet as many people from different backgrounds than your own. Remember, every freshman is in the same boat. Rather then searching for a solid group of friends your first year, see if you can make friends with people who have as many different interests as possible. As a student, this will help you become more open to new and different ideas. Through such a process, you’ll find yourself questioning (and maybe changing) the values you’ve grown up with. Get involved — socially, academically, and through extracurricular activities. Make your own education outside of your classes. You’ll be surprised at the growth that will follow.

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f you don’t like acid, meth, crack or weed, I don’t know why you’re in Eugene.” Those words, spoken by a Eugene bum, definitely overexaggerate the situation in Eugene, but what no one can overexaggerate is the fondness people in Eugene have for partying. Whether you choose to engage in any partying or not, you should still be aware of common mores and staples of the partying culture. Is it OK to not drink at a party? Should I accept a drink that a stranger buys for me at the bar? A bong rip? As a newcomer to Eugene, it’s good to know what to expect, because if you hang out long enough, you’re bound to see it all.

negative impact of these drugs on Eugene and the rural Oregon community as a whole. In 2001, the number of meth lab seizures in Oregon was 587. By 2008, seizures dropped to 21, thanks to government regulations on precursor chemicals pseudoephedrine and ephedrine. Many other drugs are prevalent around Eugene, and there are many local organizations fit to help if you have a serious problem. Of course, as with any serious emergency, calling 9-1-1 is a good option, but if someone has taken a drug and is having minor trouble, you might feel safer going down to White Bird Clinic on 12th Avenue.

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There’s a very prevalent rave culture around Eugene, as well. On many a Friday or Saturday evening, it’s not unlikely to see colorfully decorated ravers outside WOW Hall waiting to get inside. For that matter, one needs only to go down to Eugene Station to find “kandi kids.” Literally, kids who wear multiple layers of rainbow-colored plastic beads in bracelets and necklaces all over themselves. Despite these little tweaksters, raves around Eugene are a great time to dance the night away.

Eugene’s drug culture has its roots in the counterculture of the ’60s and ’70s. Ken Kesey and his band of Merry Pranksters promulgated the use of psychedelics, specifically acid, mushrooms and marijuana. These drugs were used during that time period as a way to bend perception and dig further into the human mind — much more constructive purposes than for mere recreation. The prevalence of such drugs has stuck making Eugene a mecca for ‘inner space’ explorers and curious adolescents. What’s also come to Eugene in more recent years are harder drugs: meth and heroin. Now, though it’s pretty unlikely that you’ll see anyone busting out a bag of crystal at a house party, it’s important to understand the

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House parties What you’ll come across more often than not in Eugene are house parties. Walk down 14th street on Halloween, or any Friday or

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Saturday night for that matter, and you’re bound to find people pouring into the streets out of houses, jovial drunks walking or stumbling around, and the watchful police on their bikes. A couple standard things you should know before you decide to meander down and get in on the fun though: First off, it’s good to know someone at the party you plan on going to. Though this may seem pretty elementary, the amount of “randoms” that just show up to parties around Eugene is phenomenal. Knowing someone who knows someone is OK too, but just have some connection. Second, if you do decide to drink, drink at your own pace, which may mean just having a beer or two. How much you decide to drink is always up to you, but it’s when you start being unable to handle yourself and others have to that you’ve failed. Being “that” drunk girl or guy at the party isn’t really the coolest thing and can pose potential risks to your health and others around you, especially when you haven’t drank that much before in the past. If you do happen to go over the edge, though, or more importantly, if a friend that you’re with decides to take one too many shots of HRD, “sleeping it off” isn’t always the best approach. If you seriously think someone’s life might be in danger, the Health Center has nurses on call at all hours that can lend you advice by calling 541-346-2770 and entering 1. However, dialing 9-1-1 is never a bad idea.

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There are a ton of great concerts that come through Eugene every year. The Flaming Lips, Vampire Weekend, Willie Nelson and others will be playing in September. WOW Hall, McDonald Theater, and the Cuthbert Amphitheatre are all fantastic venues that attract artists from around the world as well as showcasing local Eugene and Oregon artists as well. Security at these events is able to pretty much handle just about anything they come up against and won’t

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ighting over the dishes. Fuming over a misplaced washcloth. Debating over the chores and who’s supposed to do what. Ah, roommates. Every student has heard at least one horror story about roommates, and many have their own personal tales to relate. Whether it’s oncampus or off-campus housing, there’s just something highly volatile about the idea of pushing together two or more college-aged people to share a confined space. But sharing a room or home doesn’t have to mean silent resentment or open warfare. It’s possible to maintain a healthy, mutually beneficial environment. That doesn’t mean the challenges of having a roommate won’t continue to lurk around — but when they do crop up, it’s easier to address them when there’s a baseline of respect. In order to both prevent and calm conflict, the chief advice echoes across the board: communicate. Open, honest communication “is critical” in establishing a healthy roommate relationship, said Dr. Maria Aguirre, a senior staff psychologist at the University Health Center. Instead of assuming that roommates know common sense rules such as being quiet when others are sleeping, “it’s important to be specific about what one another’s expectations are around house rules and norms, such as

cleaning and paying bills,” Aguirre said. Journalism student Ariel Gruver, 20, agrees that communication is key. “If you can’t talk about your problems,” Gruver said, “it’s not going to go well.” As the horror stories attest, though, not all roommates are on good enough terms to chat. Some roommates might simply ignore your presence, leaving you feeling like you’re Casper the Ghost wailing around. Others are perpetually in a state of hostility. And among the most frustrating are the ones who bobblehead their way through a discussion about “making changes around here” and then slip right back into their old habits. “If a compromise cannot be reached regarding specific house rules (and) expectations, then it might be time to consider other options,” Aguirre said. Those options could potentially include moving out, switching roommates or finding a mediator to address communication issues. In defense of roommates, though, Gruver notes the financial advantage of sharing living costs and the company roommates provide — a sentiment echoed by Caitlin Leinen, a 20-year-old undeclared major, who said having a roommate makes it “less lonely … it’s definitely nice to come home and have someone else there.”

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For better or for worse, college and the recreational use of alcohol often go hand in hand. However, the University and the city of Eugene offer various functions for those under 21, proving that intoxication is not a prerequisite for fun. Here are a few local, inexpensive activities for the adventure-seeking student who prefers not to imbibe:

Attend

a WOW Hall Concert Woodmen of the World Hall, a historic community gathering place at the corner of 8th Avenue and Lincoln Street, is one of Eugene’s only all-ages venues. No matter what kind of music you are into — be it hiphop, rock and roll, reggae, folk or metal — WOW Hall offers a positive and (usually) drug-free environment to enjoy the arts. The hall’s schedule is available online at www.wowhall.org, and often features links and ticket information for shows months in advance.

Hike

Spencer Butte For those wanting to get “high” in the literal sense of the word, this 2,050foot majestic landform located five miles south of the University is climbable for even the most novice hiker. The 360-degree view of the Willamette Valley from the top is like no other in town, making the one and a half mile hike to the summit well worth the trek.

Float

the Willamette River On long, hot summer days, it is not uncommon to see troupes of university students hooting and hollering as they traverse the gentle rapids of this winding waterway. Though drifting along with the river’s steady current offers an inexpensive catharsis for the stresses of academia, any newbie drifter must bring these few necessities with them into the water: 1) a flotation device, which could be anything from a black rubber inner tube to a derelict air mattress; 2) at least a basic swimming ability; 3) some kind of proper swimming attire to protect valuable organs from the sandpaper-like rocks in the shallows. The Willamette is easiest to access by walking east on the river path for a mile past the Ferry Street Bridge, and then floating past Alton Baker Park where there are plenty of landing spots before hitting downtown. Just remember to be safe while floating, as the current has been known to have a mind of its own.

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One of the greatest qualities of the Emerald City is its wooded wealth. The bliss imparted by sitting on a branch 50 feet in the air, gazing through a thicket of leaves at the tops of buildings beats out any cocktail-induced meditative happiness one could hope to achieve on the ground. Washburne Park, conveniently located at 20th Avenue and Agate Street past Prince Pucklers, boasts a grove of bamboo and several climbable trees for the wayward student trying to relax. One of the tallest and most difficult trees to climb is a 100-foot redwood growing at the park’s north side. The tree’s lowermost branches have all been sawed down in recent years, so brave climbers have to shimmy up a sagging branch at a 45 degree angle.

One perk of laying off the booze on Friday nights is being able to wake up before noon on Saturday morning to soak up the sights, sounds and smells of the Eugene Saturday Market. Located at 8th Avenue and Oak Street, the market is open every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine, from the first Saturday in April through mid-November. Authentic food, folk music and handmade wares await the clear-headed early riser, and the health conscious eco-freak can find all the fresh, organic produce that the Willamette Valley has to offer. Even for the most sober, penniless vagabond, a sunny weekend morning spent perusing through the colorful merchandise stands will leave the onlooker punch-drunk off of Eugene culture.

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Knight Library

he largest of the University’s five campus libraries, Knight Library is the only spot on campus still open after every other building has closed its doors. Sunday through Friday during academic terms, the Knight Library stays open for 24 hours. It is also the only place where if you look hard enough, you are guaranteed to find a quiet corner, aside from the sudden rush of procrastinating students during Dead Week and Finals Week. Knight Library is ideal for studying because it would take an entire college career to find every nook and cranny. You can practically get lost wandering around the stacks. However, a word of warning: Cell phone reception is minimal. Though the library is an ideal place to cram for finals, it can be a frustrating place to answer phone calls or text messages.

If you care about class, these places provide the seriously studious with the right atmosphere and ambiance to read, write or produce a project

Lillis Business Complex Aside from the giant glass ice-cube on Franklin Street, the Lillis Business Complex is the newest building on campus. Not only is the building home to one of the largest solar installations in the Northwest, but it’s also a surprisingly cozy place to study or catch up with friends. With several walls made almost entirely of glass, the abundance of natural light is a nice change from the dark confinements of a dorm room, or even the traditional library study spot. Find a seat on one of the building’s many levels, or in the café on the first floor. “The Lillis cafe is my go-to spot on campus if I have an hour between classes, if I’m meeting a friend, or if I’m stressing about a looming midterm,” said University junior Mora Reinka. “They have everything you need: caffeine, snacks, Internet and comfy chairs.”

Your friendly local coffee shop Although technically not on campus, we can’t leave out any of Eugene’s affordable and convenient coffee shops. On East 13th Avenue stand Cafe Roma, Starbucks, Rock Java and the Corner Cafe, but the Duck Store also has a cafe inside. These places offer wildly varying atmospheres and characters, with some more suited for studying and others better for socializing. Those aren’t the only places to find caffeinated beverages and somewhere to study, as there are plenty of on-campus coffee shops to satiate your need to stave off sleep and study. Common Grounds and Dux Bistro both double as coffee shops and dorm food eateries, the Buzz Cafe in the lower level of the EMU has ample seating, and cafes in Knight Library, Lawrence Hall, Lillis Hall and Willamette Hall can give you a chance to catch a cup of coffee while cramming before class.

Erb Memorial Union The Erb Memorial Union, more fondly called the “EMU,” is a central meeting spot for many University students. The EMU is home to a handful of eateries, a market, a coffee house, a computer center, a post office, some pool tables, student group offices and ample area to relax, study or simply meet up with friends. The couches down on the first floor provide the perfect spot to read, wait or even take a much-needed nap between classes. “As a freshman, the EMU was a great place to hang out and look over some notes before class,” said University sophomore Kristin Rose Eliason. “Also, to grab a bite to eat. It’s nice how they have all those different food places,” she said.

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Though the Science Library holds most of the University’s texts related to biology, chemistry, physics, computer science and environmental studies, it’s a suitable place to study for anyone, even if you aren’t a science buff. Located on the lower level of Onyx Bridge, off Franklin Street, the library supplies plenty of seating, computers and a courtyard for students. “The computers are almost always available,” Eliason said. “They have a big area with couches and tables where you can work in groups or study individually at.”

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Let’s face it — unless you’re one of the lucky few to snag a spot in the LLC — your dorm room is about the size of a shoebox. Nevertheless, this shoebox is your home for the next nine months. It should be your place of rest, a place you can study efficiently, and even a place where you can host a movie night with friends or the cute redhead down the hall. However, transforming it into the perfect collegiate haven can seem near impossible. Here are a few tips to get you started.

Invest in your items Though a bed and closet are provided, it takes more than that to have a livable dorm room. A working alarm clock is vital. Don’t rely solely on your roommate or your cell phone alarm to wake you up for your 8 a.m. discussion. An alarm clock will ensure you are up, even if your roommate is still recovering from the night before. Because college isn’t all about studying, some forms of entertainment are necessary. Split the cost of a TV and DVD player with your roommate or invest in a stereo system . And lastly, have everything you need to eat with in your dorm room. You won’t always have time to hit up Common Grounds for a cheesy griller, so have bowls, spoons, cups and easy food such as cereal and snacks on hand.

Spruce up your space

Multipurpose your mattress

Think outside the traditional posteronly wall decorations. You can find cheap frames at department stores or secondhand stores such as St. Vincent De Paul’s or Goodwill (there’s a campus store at 435 E. Broadway). French memo boards can hold just about anything, and can be used as a canvas for a photo collage, ticket stubs, magazine cut-outs or even cloth. Magnets are also fun. Decorate your mini fridge with themed magnets or magnetic poetry, which always proves to be an entertaining activity when friends visit. Attach a dry erase board to your door, and let friends, roommates and secret admirers leave you messages. Another idea is a dry erase calendar for keeping track of classes, appointments and extra-curricular activities.

Make your bed a place you want to sleep as well as hang out. When your bed takes up 50 percent of the floor space in your microscopic dorm, it’s important that it can be used as a comfy place to sleep, as well as a couch to watch DVDs or a place to catch up on reading. Get a cozy comforter for sleeping and some throw pillows you can remove at night. These can be used for decoration during the day, as well as back-support when studying, reading or watching TV. Also, take advantage of underbed storage possibilities. Leaving clothes or books on the floor will leave little walking space in such a small room. Living in a dorm room for nine months straight can become exhausting, but if you have the right set up, decorations and storage, it is more than tolerable. It might even be fun.

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EAST MEETS WEST Sitting a little farther down the street, East Meets West is a new addition adding promise to a rather bleak Chinese food selection on 13th Avenue. East Meets West has all of the Americanized favorites, such as fried rice and sweet and sour chicken, while also carrying some traditional Chinese dishes. The lunch special is one of the best deals, where a large portion of rotating menu options are only $5.

COFFEE, SANDWICH, BURRITO Rounding out the west side of the 13th Avenue restaurant district is a Starbucks/Quiznos combination, along with the Qdoba located across the street.

BARRY’S CAFE Barry’s Cafe is a quieter option than Cafe Roma. While walking by, it’s almost impossible not to be lured in by the smell of freshly baked bread and pastries in the morning. The friendly staff is always great company, whether you’re eating alone or want an extra member to join in on a group conversation.

CAFE ROMA Complementing Siena is Cafe Roma right next store. Unlike the contrived, manufactured feel of Starbucks, Roma’s atmosphere is local and homegrown. The outdoor and indoor seating provides a comfortable setting for grabbing a cup of coffee between classes. The cafe also stands as a great setting to meet with groups, especially if it’s Spanish- or Portuguese-related, as the staff is fluent in both.

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RON’S HAWAIIAN If you haven’t had Hawaiian barbecue before, a trip to Ron’s Hawaiian is a must. The student special, which runs until 4 p.m. daily, is the best deal and most ordered item. But there are plenty of other, albeit more expensive, menu choices.

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CAFE SIENA If you’re ending the night at the Caspian, beginning the morning right next door at Cafe Siena is ideal. Offering breakfast all day, the cooks whip up delicious, favorite crepes, huevos rancheros and Mexican-style breakfast.

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Bombay Palace’s Indian menu offers a daily lunch buffet with all-youcan-eat naan, a college student’s best friend, and delicious butter chicken. Bombay also offers a full menu for lunch and dinner, and you can comfortably split two or three main dishes among a few people. Sakura Japanese restaurant a couple doors down has a specific menu catering specifically to Sushi lovers.

SWEET BASIL EXPRESS Some of Eugene’s best Thai food is at Sweet Basil. Dinner-sized portions range from $8 to $12. The menu options offer a great introduction to eating Thai food if there’s a novice in the group — because almost anyone can enjoy an order of pad Thai.

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2 SY’S If you have a pizza addiction, Sy’s New York Pizza is a great place to get your fix. Perfecting the basics, the pepperoni and cheese slices are great, but they also make more adventurous options.

GLENWOOD Rounding out the Alder Street selection is the Glenwood. Far more expensive and upscale than other eating spots directly off campus, the Glenwood is ideal for romantic occasions or food with visiting parents who are willing to pick up the check. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the restaurant is always crowded, but the wait is almost always worth it.

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ENJOYABLE EATS Welcome to dining hall eating. With only seven options (Carson, Barnhart, Dux Bistro, Grab ‘n’ Go, Fire ‘n’ Spice, Common Grounds and Big Mouth Burrito), on-campus dining is a love-hate relationship with a lot of abuse on both sides. University Housing has successfully created varied food options, but monotony — that unintentional, repetitious lack of variety — can often set in after nine solid months of the same. Taking time off from on-campus dining gives a much-needed reprieve. Fortunately, just west of campus, along 13th Avenue and Alder Street, exists a haven for college-sized hunger. Almost every restaurant in this area is a tried and true, can’t go wrong experience with choices that reflect practically all cuisines, taste preferences and budgets. There are, of course, plenty of other great eating options that may lead to the slight enlarging of your waistline. (Papa’s Soul Food is one of the delectable culprits. Google it, go to it). When eating in the dorms is not going to fly for one reason or another, get out and explore the off-campus food scene. The more you go, the more you’ll find a love for Eugene’s food culture.

CASPIAN Just past he Duck Store, the first stop for food seekers in the Caspian. The menu features Mediterranean-inspired dishes, such as gyros, as well as American cuisine, such as Philly cheese steaks and French toast. Nothing beats the double cheeseburger special with fries and a drink for $6, which is especially key on weekends when the Caspian leaves its doors open until 2:30 in the morning.

MILKY WAY Doughnut lovers should keep Milky Way on the radar because they serve oversized versions of maple bars, Boston creams and bear claws, while also offering a great selection of bubble teas, smoothies and bagels.

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Lundquist College of Business The building: Lillis Business Complex Lillis has a coffee shop, tons of meeting space and has a modern feel. It’s a good place to meet between classes, and it’s a great shortcut to the other side of campus if it’s rainy and you don’t want to walk around it. The class: BA 101: Introduction to Business This class serves as a primer to managing, marketing, finance, accounting and other business principles. The majority of the class is spent running a simulation of a business for 10 years, a hands-on experience giving students the opportunity to put their theoretical knowledge to work early on in their studies.

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Learn what to expect from each school’s most common lower-division classes

The shift from high school classes to college academics can be daunting if you don’t know what to expect. A course catalog can only divulge so much about what classes will actually be like. Most schools have one class that every freshman has to take that’s either pure jumping through hoops, has quite the reputation — or could even be the greatest class you’ve ever taken. Here’s a rundown of some of the most common introductory, freshman-oriented classes in each school, along with tips about finding your way in buildings that can resemble M.C. Escher drawings if you’re not familiar with their hallowed halls.

College of Education The building: HEDCO Education Building HEDCO is one of the newest additions to the edge of campus near 18th Avenue and Alder Street. The building boasts some magnificent courtyards outside and comfortable spaces to relax inside. So whether it’s sunny or cloudy, this building offers quiet space to take a break. The class: EDST 111: Educational Issues & Problems Though at first sounding like your run-ofthe-mill modern problems topics class, educational issues proves to be fairly eye-opening. The topics discussed illuminate cultural awareness and makes students realize how their origins have influenced their thinking and how they’ve been educated.

School of Music and Dance The building: Music Building Located past the Pioneer Cemetery, most University students visit the Music Building most to see various student and faculty ensemble performances in various concert halls. The class: MUS 358: Music in World Culture Based mainly on participation and interaction with once-weekly guest musicians, this class functions as an anthropological study through music. The professor is dynamic and knowledgeable. Taking advantage of every opportunity to learn more at optional events and concerts, and visiting office hours, can help inquisitive students get the most out of their education.

School of Journalism and Communication The building: Allen Hall Allen Hall is probably one of the most straightforward buildings on campus. All the room numbers are linear, and everything is easy to find. If you’re a pre-journalism major, one of the best things to know about Allen Hall is that you can get free black-and-white printing from any of the computer labs. The Brainerd Lab on the third floor is the most common. The class: J201: Mass Media and Society A class open to all majors because it fulfils a general education requirement, Mass Media and Society offers both a historical and modern overview of the media and its relation to our lives. Typically held in Lillis 182, the class is mainly textbook- and lecture-driven, depending on the instructor. The only downside is the expensive book, which seems to get a new edition every six months. Thanks, ever-changing media landscape.

Robert D. Clark Honors College

The building: Chapman Hall Chapman Hall is one of the University’s greatest-kept secrets. With its own lounge, kitchen and small library, Honors College students can relax in a quiet, small environment away from the hustle and bustle of Knight Library. If you’re living in the residence halls, having access to a kitchen is a definite plus if you’ve got an urge for some home-cooked cuisine. The class: HC 223 or 233: Literature and History

During spring term, students enroll in either the capstone history or literature course, in which they must write a 10-page original research paper with the guidance of their professor. Don’t let the 10-page requirement scare you; this whole paper writing thing will get easier as time goes on. Listening to the Lord of the Rings soundtrack on repeat for hours on end does wonders, I’m told. These classes prepare you to tackle any paper that might come your way later — including your honors thesis.

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The building: Friendly Hall The College of Arts and Sciences, with its 45 different undergraduate programs in humanities, social sciences, or natural sciences, is where the majority of undergraduates end up graduating with majors from. Friendly Hall houses the CAS dean’s office, along with the offices for many of the romance language instructors. When trying to find an instructor’s office in the basement for an oral exam, remember that there is no basement access from the first floor. You have to go down a separate flight of stairs outside the building. Humanities The class: SPAN 201, 202, 203: Second-Year Spanish If you’re not a romance languages major but took classes in high school, 200-level classes are your best bet. These classes challenge you just enough to expand your average foreign language skills and perhaps allow you to study abroad and not look like the dumb American. With the focus on reading and writing longer texts, you’ll need a dictionary for most assignments. The three major hurdles: three essay exams, an oral presentation about a prominent Spanish-speaking figure and an oral exam with a partner are pretty manageable. Also, the textbook has an excellent combination of culture, language, literature, art, history and music to make the subject interesting and make memorization easy.

Social sciences The class: PS 201: Intro to US Politics This foundational political science class counts as a general education requirement and delves in-depth into the American political structure, party system, Constitution, and roles of each of body of government. Most students who take this class are looking to build on what they already learned in high school government classes, but be prepared for far more attention given to details on exams and quizzes. That means reading the book will actually come in handy. Natural sciences • The class: CH 221, 222, 223: General Chemistry Held in Columbia 150, the biggest lecture hall on campus with more than 300 seats, general chemistry makes or breaks a science major’s career. A so-called “weed-out” class, Gen Chem’s three-day-a-week lectures, plus, threehour lab once a week challenges students to cram as much material into their heads as possible about bonds and entropy. Though similar to a high school chemistry class, the pace is much faster and the multiple choice tests are not always as cut and dry. The professors make the questions challenging to determine who has really been paying attention in lecture and reading the book. You may want to reserve a few meal points a week for the coffee fund if you’ve got an early class because falling asleep could mean missing a lot of information.

School of Architecture and Allied Arts The building: Lawrence Hall At the end of University Street, Lawrence Hall is filled with art displays and ever-confusing architecture studios, resembling glorified cages. The room numbers don’t always go in the sequence you expect, so leave time to explore before finding a room. The class: ARCH 201: Introduction to Architecture Taught by a practicing architect, students learn modern architecture fundamentals and architecture’s impact on everyday life. Case studies and learning about famous buildings dominates the course, granting a unique blend of history, art and philosophy. Sitting back and sketching will be to your benefit, as opposed to taking ridiculously detailed notes.

Don’t get jobbed by working

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aahhh, freshman year — getting a whiff of the college life for the first time, spending countless hours trying to find out where you fit in society, and of course, making life-long friends — and life-altering mistakes along the way. As far as your social health goes, there is no year more essential than the first. Your clumsy waltzing around, trying to find an in and learning how this weird-ass city works, is actually the main way you’ll discover who you want to be in Eugene and how you can enjoy your four-year stay in Track Town. Free time is gold for freshmen. Though you’d be best off spending your first year in

a magical world with well-fortified castles known as dorms, and eating your way to the recognition of a slightly deteriorating metabolism, the cursed realm known as the “real world” always has a way of reminding you that life really does suck. Kids like me, who have no financial support from home and minimal aid from the FAFSA will soon learn what I am talking about. Working. Finishing up high school, I had already spent two years at Safeway as a courtesy clerk. I busted my ass there, clocking in 25-hour weeks and managing the turmoil of senior year, as well. I hated working, but it never seemed to

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depressing as hell. I’m pretty sure most kids won’t have to pay out of pocket as much as I did freshman year, and I would like to hope that most freshmen don’t have to endure the hardship of being worked like that with no strong support system of friends. But, if you feel like you have to work, it is important to never forget that school is first, and that the social aspect of school is just as important as the academic. Unless you absolutely have to, I don’t feel like any college kid should be working more than 15-20 hours a week. Anything more can deteriorate your schoolwork, and will put great limits on your networking capabilities. Of course, bills must be paid, and the real world will probably put some of you on a financial hobble, as it did to me. My advice to those who have to work a lot: Try to find a job that relates to your career interests, get yourself involved in some kind of club or group and keep yourself socially active. If you don’t have to work, don’t. The extra money is never worth the experiences you’ll miss out on, and you’ll end up, like me, wondering how a normal freshman year would’ve been.

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studying and doing homework. Having warm food prepared all the time for me would have been a relief.” Despite the cooking issue, Davila is happy that she lived on her own as a freshman because she had a lot of independence. “I was in charge of myself,” Davila said. “There was no one to tell me what to do. I also learned that I was lucky in this. In the dorms, people told me they still had to act like kids sometimes, with authority figures looking over their shoulder, telling them when the quiet hours were and making sure they didn’t drink or do something bad.” Still, Davila found the hardest part of living off-campus to be making friends. But through extensive networking and her best friend from back home who was a University sophomore at

the time, Davila made friends. “From then on, it was just about getting out and getting involved with things and bumping into the right people at the right times,” Davila said. “Now I can hardly go two feet in any direction without running into some of my beautiful Eugene friends.” One thing’s certain: Living in a house or apartment for the first time is radically different than the freshman dorm experience. Here are some things to keep in mind if you’re living off-campus. • Remember to set up utilities the most essential utilities in your name, and if you have roommates, make sure their names are also on the bill. In Eugene, we use Eugene Water and Electric Board (EWEB) for the basics, Sanipac for garbage and recycling and Comcast for

Internet and TV. • You don’t need an entire dining set for a party of eight including crystal. You only need the bare minimum of cups, dishes and utensils right now. It’s also handy to have a couple of pots and pans, but unless you’re going to culinary school, you don’t need anything fancy. Try getting these items at Goodwill or St. Vincent de Paul. (Just remember to wash it first.) • Check to see if your place has a dishwasher. If it does, you’ve lucked out; if it doesn’t, don’t forget a dish rack! • As simple as this may sound, don’t forget cleaning supplies, including a broom, a mop and a vacuum. You’ll be making a mess as you move into your new space, and you’ll want to eventually clean it all up.

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Cultural, Political and Academic groups AccessABILITY Student Union aability@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~aability African Students Association Office: 20 Erb Memorial Union asa@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~asa

Alpha Phi Omega (Service fraternity) Office: 20 Erb Memorial Union apo@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~apo

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Circolo Italiano (Italian club) Facebook group: tiny.cc/v0g7l Clark Honors College Student Association Office: 301 Chapman Hall chcsa@uoregon.edu Website: honors.uoregon.edu/content/chcsa Climate Justice League Office: 146 Straub Hall climatejusticeleague@gmail.com Website: climatejusticeleague.com Club Persia clubpersia@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~clubpersia Co-op Family Center Office: 2250 Patterson St. coopfcsv@uoregon.edu Coalition Against Environmental Racism caer@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~caer College Democrats Office: 318 Erb Memorial Union colleged@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~colleged College Republicans uoregon.cr@gmail.com Website: uoregon.edu/~uogop Colleges Against Cancer uocac@uoregon.edu Collegiate Music Educators National Conference cmenc@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~cmenc

Educational Leadership Graduate Student Organization Office: 170 Education gsodelta@uoregon.edu Website: darkwing.uoregon.edu/~gsoedld Environmental Policymakers and Planners envpp@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~envpp Ethos Magazine ethosmag@gmail.com Website: ethosmagonline.com Graduate Evolutionary Biology & Ecology Students Office: 335 Pacific Hall grebes@uoregon.edu Website: evolution.uoregon.edu Hawaii Club mahalo@uoregon.edu Hong Kong Student Association hksa@uoregon.edu International Business and Economics Club Office: 207 Peterson Hall ibec@uoregon.edu International Students Association Office: 148 Erb Memorial Union asuoisa@uoregon.edu Japanese Student Organization Office: 202 Erb Memorial Union jso@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~jso Jewish Student Union Office: 28 Erb Memorial Union jsu@uoregon.edu

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Journal of Environmental Law & Litigation Office: 138 Knight Law Center sgoodma1@uoregon.edu Website: law.uoregon.edu/org/jell

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Korean Student Association Office: 146 Erb Memorial Union ksa@uoregon.edu

Chinese Student Association Office: 23 Erb Memorial Union csa@uoregon.edu Website: gladstone.uoregon.edu/~csa

Department of Physical Activity and Recreation Services Office: 181 Esslinger Hall lhanley@uoregon.edu Website: perec.uoregon.edu

Kultura Pilipinas Office: 29 Erb Memorial Union pinoys@uoregon.edu

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Law and Entrepreneurship Student Association jbrown21@uoregon.edu Legal Services for Students Office: 334 Erb Memorial Union lamiller@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~legal Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Alliance Office: 34 Erb Memorial Union lgbtqa@uoregon.edu Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan Office: 30 Erb Memorial Union mecha@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~mecha

Mortar Board Office: 164 Oregon Hall vjin@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~mortar

Office of Student Advocacy Office: 334 Erb Memorial Union officemanger@officeofstudentadvocacy.org Website: gladstone.uoregon.edu/~asuoosa

Multicultural Center Office: 33 Erb Memorial Union mcc@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~mcc

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National Association of Black Journalists Office: 25 Erb Memorial Union nsaechao@uoregon.edu

Men’s Center Office: 20 Erb Memorial Union uomc@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~uomc Mills International Center Office: 146 Erb Memorial Union mills@uoregon.edu Website: mills.uoregon.edu Mind the Gap asuomindthegap@gmail.com Website: uoregon.edu/~ahaywar1

Native American Law Students Association Office: Knight Law Center Website: law.uoregon.edu/org/nalsa

Oregon Daily Emerald Office: 300 Erb Memorial Union editor@dailyemerald.com Website: dailyemerald.com

Native American Student Union Office: 26 Erb Memorial Union suonasu@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~asuonasu

Oregon Innocence Network Office: Knight Law Center innocent@law.uoregon.edu Website: law.uoregon.edu/org/oip

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The Student Insurgent Office: 1 Erb Memorial Union studentinsurgent@gmail.com Website: uoinsurgent.blogspot.com

Soccer is Real Futbol soccerisrealfutbol@yahoo.com Facebook group: tiny.cc/6g94s Society of Professional Journalists Website: jcomm.uoregon.edu/spj Sports Entertainment Law Forum Office: Knight Law Center self@law.uoregon.edu Website: law.uoregon.edu/org/self Student Alumni Association, The Flight Office: Agate Hall uosaa@uoregon.edu Website: tiny.cc/87eg6 Student Animal Legal Defense Fund Office: Knight Law School saldf@lists.uoregon.edu Website: law.uoregon.edu/org/saldf Student Bar Association sba@lists.uoregon.edu Website: law.uoregon.edu/org/sba Students for Choice Office: 3 Erb Memorial Union s4choice@uoregon.edu

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Women’s Center Office: 3 Erb Memorial Union wcenter@uoregon.edu Website: uoregon.edu/~women

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Men’s soccer Contact: Raoni Demnitz rdemnitz@uoregon.edu Women’s soccer Contact: Kristina Lekas kmlekas@aol.com Softball Contact: Ashlin Larsen ashlin@uoregon.edu

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Squash Contact: Carl Windrup windrup@uoregon.edu Surfing Contact: Ben Hulburt hulburt@uoregon.edu Swimming Contact: Allison Grundy allisonggrundy@gmail.com Table tennis Contact: Jane Lukinova evgeniya@uoregon.edu

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Tennis Contact: Hayley Standage hstandag@uoregon.edu

Women’s ultimate Contact: TBD Men’s volleyball Contact: Logan Churm churm@uoregon.edu Women’s volleyball Contact: Megan Norris mnorris@uoregon.edu Men’s water polo Contact: Shawn Gilmore sgilmore@uoregon.edu Women’s water polo Contact: Emma Carella carella@uoregon.edu Water skiing Contact: Laura McNary lmcnary1@uoregon.edu Wushu Contact: Alex Phay aphay@uoregon.edu

>> Fraternity and Sorority Community Contact fraternity and sorority advisor Annie Carlson at carlson2@uoregon.edu, or visit greek.uoregon.edu, for more information.

Fraternities Alpha Epsilon Pi 729 E. 11th Ave. Beta Theta Pi 1009 Patterson St. Chi Psi 1018 Hilyard St. Delta Sigma Phi 1306 E. 18th Ave.

Triathlon Contact: Taylor Manfredi ducktri@uoregon.edu

Delta Tau Delta 1886 University St.

Men’s ultimate Contact: TBD

Delta Upsilon Not housed

Lambda Chi Alpha To be determined

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Phi Delta Theta 1472 Kincaid St. Phi Kappa Psi 791 E. 15th Ave. Sigma Alpha Epsilon 812 E. 14th Ave.

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Sigma Chi 1440 E. 19th Ave.

Sigma Phi Epsilon 1000 Alder St. Sigma Pi 1851 Onyx St.

Sororities Alpha Chi Omega 850 E. 15th Ave. Alpha Phi 1050 Hilyard St. Chi Omega 1461 Alder St. Delta Delta Delta 851 E. 15th Ave. Delta Gamma 1584 Alder St. Gamma Alpha Omega Not housed Gamma Phi Beta 1021 Hilyard St. Kappa Delta 1680 Alder St. Kappa Kappa Gamma 821 E. 15th Ave. Pi Beta Phi 1518 Kincaid St. Sigma Mu Omega Not housed

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Put your head on your shoulders words kenny ocker

he first term of college can be an adventure, to say the least. For the first time, you’re actually responsible for your own actions. You determine when you want to go to class, who you want to hang out with, and what you’re going to drink on Friday night. With this responsibility comes plenty of mistakes. You can end up failing classes, picking the wrong group of friends, or drinking Natty Ice in some random dude’s basement. The trick to avoiding these mistakes is using your head. All it takes to succeed in college is a little bit of common sense. I put a lot of effort into school and work, but I advocate for having fun in college. Where else are you going to have few responsibilities AND no parents at the same time? Enjoy this. Just don’t be a nimrod. The importance of attending classes is often underrated by incoming freshmen. Many people are lured into thinking all of the information is in

As long as you maintain a modicum of responsibility, the first year of college can be an incredible experience

the lecture notes or the textbook, and that attending class is optional. Instead, I’ve learned professors will divulge information only in class as a reward to students who attend. I’ve been offered extra credit, had exam questions announced and gotten more in-depth explanations than the book could offer. Particularly if you’re an out-of-state student, skipping class is both a waste of time and money. For example, if you’re an in-state student who skips a four-credit MWF class, you’ve just wasted $20. For an out-of-state student skipping the same class, you throw away about $70. Socially, the first term of college is where some of your most important friendships form. Whether it’s your roommate, someone from down the hall or someone you met in class, the people you associate with can make or break your social life. I was lucky enough to have made good enough friends in my dorm to make up for the contentious relationship I had with my roommate. If you don’t

Challenge mode

pick the right people to surround yourself with, you can end up hurting your social life, which is a vital part of the freshman experience. Learning how to party is also important to having a successful first term. Even though the drinking age is 21, that has yet to stop anyone at the University from doing it. But again, responsibility is the key. Don’t get blacked out four times a week, don’t play beer pong in your dorm room, and don’t be loud or obnoxious enough to give DPS a reason to suspect you. If you can adhere to those easy-to-follow rules, your immoral imbibing shouldn’t have too much of a negative effect upon your academics. Even making stupid decisions won’t hurt you if you make them in moderation. The key to making school work is balancing the major concerns of academics and social life. If you can maintain a quality social life and good grades, you’ve made college work. All it takes is a little responsibility and some well-thought-out decisions to have a successful experience.

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If you think you’ve run out of things to do in Eugene, try these rigorous options to satiate your needs for activity, food or fun

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ollege is challenging. Between keeping up with a full slate of classes, day-to-day chores and an ever-changing social life, most students find it difficult to pursue other endeavors. Nevertheless, if the academic challenges of college have been successfully met, students may try to tackle more adventurous activities. Consider the following:

track and field in the spring. Grab your face paint and noisemakers and cheer on your Ducks in all forms of competition! Bonus points for watching either of the Oregon golf teams and team stunts and gymnastics, as their events are typically held far off campus.

The Food Lover’s Challenge

Fandom isn’t only for varsity athletics. Club sports are an equally viable, low-cost option for supporting your Ducks. Lacrosse, rugby and hockey are among the more popular spectator sports.

Enjoy every restaurant, from fast food to sitdown cuisine, within two city blocks of campus. This will take at least a year and a liberal budget, so pace yourself. Don’t forget — the multitude of residence hall and Erb Memorial Union dining options also count.

The Sports Fan’s Challenge

Who says Eugene is just a football town? There’s volleyball, women’s soccer and cross country in the fall; men’s basketball, women’s basketball and team stunts and gymnastics in the winter; and tennis, golf, softball, baseball, women’s lacrosse and

The Club Sports Fan’s Challenge

The Outdoorsman’s Challenge

For starters, try climbing Skinner Butte and Spencer Butte, along with a visit to Pre’s Rock, within one day; no motorized vehicles allowed. Those craving more of a challenge can get their fix with the help of the University’s Outdoor Pursuits Program.

The Runner’s Challenge

Is completing Pre’s Trail (4.84 miles among all three loops) too light a workload? Try to duplicate

the course of the 2010 Eugene Marathon, which begins at 15th Avenue and Agate Street and loops around the Willamette River before pulling in for a Hayward Field finish. A word of caution: Traffic will be prevalent.

The Performance Artist’s Challenge

In addition to the various concerts, theatre performances and musical and dance recitals on campus, University students have WOW Hall, the McDonald Theatre and the Hult Center nearby. Rising cinema buffs can get their fix at the Bijou, Valley River Center, Gateway Mall or on campus at various screenings held throughout the year.

The Traditional Artist’s Challenge

On campus, the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and the Museum of Natural and Cultural History are a stone’s throw from the dorms. Add Eugene’s Science Factory Children’s Museum & Planetarium and the Lane County Historical Museum; the more adventurous can visit such novelties as the Conger Street Clock Museum.

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