On Wednesday, October 8, more than 400 members of the Division of Student Life staff gathered to celebrate accomplishments and enjoy breakfast served in the EMU Ballroom. Vice President Robin Holmes gave an update on the division’s priorities, and a number of staff members were honored with awards.

Excellence Medallions are awarded to employees whose words reflect a positive attitude, whose actions go beyond the expectations of their position, and whose work ethic demonstrates a willingness to do whatever it takes to provide a positive experience for our students.

This Thursday, October 2, on the lawn just north of Hendricks Hall, students can get free snacks and win stuff. And, you can find out about part-time student job openings, talk with a Career Center staff member and learn about majors and career paths that you might not have considered.

Students from around the world moved into their new homes in the residence halls.

The wait is over. The Memorial Quad is filling with activity, the student section at Autzen Stadium has returned to screaming fans and painted bodies, and bike traffic on 13th Avenue is picking up. Fall 2014 is finally here.

From DuckN2theRec on Thursday to University Convocation on Sunday, faculty, staff and student WOW leaders have been preparing for months to provide a fun-filled start to your University of Oregon experience. So, jump in with both feet. You’ll only have one Week of Welcome experience.  

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On October 16 from 5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. in the EMU Ballroom, you’re invited to attend Weaving New Beginnings, an annual dinner providing students, faculty, staff, and community members of color and their allies an opportunity to meet, mingle, and celebrate the new school year.