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ASUO resolution opposes Riverfront development

ASUO Senate unanimously passed a resolution Thursday evening that opposes further development of University-owned land that sits between the railroad tracks and the Willamette River until student involvement is included in the process. The Riverfont Research Park Resolution seeks to halt development of the 4. Full story

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Lariviere addresses problems, potential solutions to higher ed funding

Higher education in Oregon, the state’s “single greatest source of hope,” is in trouble, and the last thing the state can afford to do is nothing, University President Richard Lariviere said to Eugene citizens Thursday. Addressing the League of Women Voters of Lane County, Lariviere spoke forcefully about his passion for education and addressed the problems and potential solutions for higher education in Oregon. Full story

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New dorm would reduce parking spots on campus

Campus parking has been a perennial problem for students and faculty, and it’s not looking to get easier anytime soon. A new residence hall in the works, as well as a continued push for students and faculty to find alternate means of transportation, will mean fewer spaces, higher prices and farther distances for those determined to keep driving. Full story

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Campus Politics

Disclosure of White Calf record causes Senate unrest

ASUO President Emma Kallaway and Vice President Getachew Kassa raised concerns at Wednesday night’s Senate meeting about an Emerald article published Nov. 13 on newly appointed Sen. Mercedes White Calf’s criminal record. Kassa questioned the relevance of the new senator’s past convictions to her political qualifications, while Kallaway’s criticism centered on how race factored into the news coverage.

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Higher Education

Frohnmayer’s proposal on the right track, student leaders say

Former University President Dave Frohnmayer's proposal to restructure the Oregon University System has sparked state-wide discussion on the issue and has shined a spotlight on what he says is a dire funding problem. by OUS Chancellor George Pernsteiner and released Wednesday, Frohnmayer’s report suggests making Oregon's three large research universities, including the University, independent public corporations, each with its own board of governance.

Lariviere addresses problems, potential solutions to higher ed funding

Higher education in Oregon, the state’s “single greatest source of hope,” is in trouble, and the last thing the state can afford to do is nothing, University President Richard Lariviere said to Eugene citizens Thursday. Addressing the League of Women Voters of Lane County, Lariviere spoke forcefully about his passion for education and addressed the problems and potential solutions for higher education in Oregon.

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City, State & Federal Politics

Study shows bars remain smoke-free

“No smoking, under Oregon’s Smokefree Workplace Law,” reads the small, inconspicuous signs in the corners of Eugene bars. While these signs may seem unobtrusive, their message has proven to be extremely effective since the law was revised in January.

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Crime & Safety

Theft suspect recognized by residents, apprehended

Eugene police arrested a man late Thursday who they say has been knocking on students’ doors in a handful of Eugene neighborhoods. The man, 28-year-old Jacob Steven Lucas, was wanted on four counts of theft, as well as other charges including methamphetamine possession, criminal trespassing and menacing with a knife.

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Business, Health & Science

SAPPHO

Gay donor ban inspires students to give

Hailing from the Greek island of Lesbos, Sappho, an ancient poet, has come to be associated with female homosexuality — a fact that the University Women’s Center didn’t overlook when it approached University student Lindsey Holman to lead its new group.

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Moving Guide

Vol. 111 Issue 9 17

In roomie harmony

“He eats my food.” “They party all the time.” “Her boyfriend is always over.” “He’s just so messy.” They say you never really know someone until you live with them. That is true for Alex Gillow-Wiles, a senior who has lived alone, with family, friends and now with his girlfriend.

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