1930s play ‘Awake and Sing!’ mirrors modern life
The University Theatre Department’s new play “Awake and Sing!” opens this week in the Hope Theatre on campus. Written by Clifford Odets in 1935, the play is set during the Great Depression but its...
View ArticleEmerging Artist Series offers University students musical honor, variety
The University School of Music and Dance’s first annual Emerging Artist Series@@Emerging Artist Series@@ will host its first free winter concert tonight at 8 p.m. in Beall Hall. The series serves as a...
View ArticleUniversity Dance professors showcase their choreography in ‘Dance 2012’
“Dance 2012” — the annual Department of Dance’s faculty dance concert — will be held Feb. 16-18 at 8 p.m. in the Dougherty Dance Theatre in Gerlinger...
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‘The Vow’ is not the greatest romance story every told
I’ve seen my fair share of blah chick flicks. (Let’s just say I went on a romantic comedy kick in high school.) And “The Vow” certainly counts as one of those so-so cute movies you watch when you’re...
View ArticleSedlak: Why it’s important to be critical of reality TV
I must admit, I do watch some reality TV shows on occasion. I’ve sat through full seasons of “Project Runway,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” and “Master Chef” — and yes, I’ve enjoyed them. These...
View ArticleOne student sets out to educate campus about recycling, composting
“You see the same stuff every time,” said Azul...
View ArticleRoommate roulette: Who you live with can change everything
Your freshman year is almost over. Yes, it’s true, and even though it feels like you moved into your residence hall only last week, you now have to figure out where you’ll live next year. Whether...
View ArticleWhat you get for a two-bedroom apartment
As the alarm clock strikes 7:45 a.m., University senior Rachelle Cochran is just waking up for her 8 a.m. class. For most students, the realization that class starts in 15 minutes and you’re still in...
View ArticleBeats and Brushstrokes offers night of art community
Laser lights dancing through the air, sweet beats spinning from the DJ’s turntable, a crowded room of people sipping drinks, munching on food and examining the art on the walls — such was the scene...
View ArticleMaking your manor a man cave
It is a shrine to all that is brave and manful. A place where, yes, that stack of pizza boxes would make an excellent side table. Where a man can speak in exaggeration, without fear of being corrected....
View ArticleDecorating with booze
As the sun streamed through Ross Arce’s bedroom window, it could not help but take on a different color.@@http://www.facebook.com/rosscarce@@ The books, clothes and musical instruments scattered across...
View ArticleFive items to help you get the most use out of your space
When living in an apartment that is undoubtedly too small, the task of using your limited space efficiently is daunting to say the least. Each square foot of space must be maximized to accommodate all...
View ArticleHow to decorate a ‘white box’ apartment
For those of you living in Chase, Duck’s Village or Stadium Park Apartments, making your apartment seem personal is difficult thanks to the countless white walls and identical layouts. Although the...
View ArticleDIY: a complete wooden nightstand makeover for only $25
Materials: Sandpaper Spray paint primer Spray paint (1-2+ cans, depending on furniture size) Painters’ tape Spray-painting is often considered the easiest and simplest option to update a piece of...
View ArticleBig City Gamin’ offers cheaper gaming options for students
For the college student who is looking to game on the cheap, there is Big City Gamin’ near campus in downtown Eugene. Store owner Keegan...
View ArticleGenders aren't equal, according to capitalism
Women still earn only 74 cents for every dollar men earn. So how can the economic system be reformed to make it more equitable and sustainable? That’s one big question the “Gender Equity and...
View ArticleHot Buttered Rum to perform new tunes at WOW Hall
San Francisco-based band Hot Buttered Rum will take to WOW Hall’s stage Wednesday, March 14.@@http://www.hotbutteredrum.net/@@ Originally formed as an acoustic bluegrass band with its first studio...
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Curious Comedy Tour gets big laughs at Cozmic Pizza
Eugene native and comedian Matt Baker juggles dangerous objects on stage while he and fellow comedian Louie Foxx tour the West Coast. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald) Friday evening at Cozmic...
View ArticleGluten-free diet doable in Eugene restaurants
Eugene is a welcoming place for alternative diets. You can find vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free or gluten-free options pretty easily. I should know, I’m on the hunt for these options regularly. I have...
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Hiking around Eugene
Rain and snow have assaulted Eugene this winter, but now — finally — spring approaches, promising clear skies and sunny days. In anticipation of this return of the sun comes the promised use of the...
View ArticleIn spring, a young man's thoughts: 10 reasons spring term is the best term
As spring is upon us, there are a ton of reasons to be glad you’re a Duck — too many to count, really. But we tried anyway! 10. Off-campus opportunities come alive — Go camping, shopping or take a...
View Article'Titanic' in 3-D worth the extra cash
@@AP Style for “3-D” is “3-D” but the Titanic movie is called Titanic 3D….so I left them as 3D. Yeah.@@Are her boobs going to be in 3-D? That’s just one of the questions floating in people’s minds when...
View ArticleFive things girls hate (and love) about guys’ fashion
Brace yourselves, guys. There are some clothes that just don’t work. (I know the same can be said of girls’ fashion, but welcome to a style article all about you!) So what if it’s comfortable? Save it...
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Sex in college: Confessions and tips on being discreet
Your fellow University students confess their steamy — and true — sex-and-roommate run-ins. Below the stories are 10 tips on being discreet when you have sex: You don’t want to annoy your roommates...
View ArticlePicking a companion: A student’s multiple pet options
University sophomore Sydney Clagett went for a walk by herself through Alton Baker Park one cold afternoon last November. When she arrived back at her apartment, however, she was not alone. “On my way...
View ArticleBlue Dog Mead to release new flavor this weekend
Local brewery Blue Dog Mead@@http://bluedogmead.com/@@ is releasing its newest mead flavor, Green Collar, this weekend. The unofficial introduction will take place Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at 16 Tons...
View ArticleDucks After Dark to provide late-night activities on campus
“Where should we go out tonight?” Whether you live in a residence hall or off campus, there are nights you want to go out with your friends. But aside from 21-and-over bars, house parties and the like,...
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University alumna opens new restaurant in Portland
Johanna Ware opened Small Wares on Fremont street in Portland in February. Entering into the restaurant has been very stressful but also incredibly rewarding for the University alumni. (Alex...
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10 ‘college cocktails’ for the student on a budget
As Peggy from “Mad Men” once said, a real cocktail has three ingredients. But we’re in college! Who has time to make orange twists or simple syrup? Who can spend a ton of money on weird liqueurs that...
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After a nutty year, student-run Wild Squirrel Nut Butter has grown substantially
Peanut butter is hard on food processors. Keeley Tillotson and Erika Welsh, founders of Wild Squirrel Nut Butter, know this first hand. @@http://www.uoregon.edu/findpeople/person/Keeley*Tillotson@@...
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‘The Avengers’ worthy of record-breaking opening weekend
“The Avengers” is a mega movie. It shattered the opening-weekend record, pulling in $207.4 million (and beat previous record-holder “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2,” which had set the bar...
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Ballet Fantastique sticks Cinderella in the ’60s
Leanne Mizzoni and Alanna Fisher as the fairy godmother and Cindy in Ballet Fantastique's production of Cinderella. The show plays Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13 in the Soreng Theater in the Hult...
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Show your family the best of Eugene when they visit for graduation
So you’re graduating. Congratulations! As a senior myself, about to end my four years at the University, I understand the excitement, the stress and the terror of graduating — parties, finals, moving...
View ArticleBest Duck fan: Jeff Bell
The ‘Best of Campus’ winners were determined by a student vote. The winners do not reflect the opinion of the Emerald. Those who have read Jeff Bell’s Oregon sports blog know his Duck obsession is no...
View ArticleBest fashion: Anna Reilly
The ‘Best of Campus’ winners were determined by a student vote. The winners do not reflect the opinion of the Emerald. Not sure what colors are “in” this spring, or what to pair with those bright new...
View ArticleBest campus personality: Frog
The ‘Best of Campus’ winners were determined by a student vote. The winners do not reflect the opinion of the Emerald. “Have you seen the funniest joke book the world has ever known?” If you’ve walked...
View ArticleBest fraternity: Sigma Nu
The ‘Best of Campus’ winners were determined by a student vote. The winners do not reflect the opinion of the Emerald. “Take what you know about fraternities and think again.” This is what the Sigma Nu...
View ArticleUniversity conference shows how Russian, Eastern European arts affect the world
Did you know that the word “robot” comes from the Czech language?@@http://www.myczechrepublic.com/basics/trivia/didyouknow.html@@ In 1920, Czech science-fiction writer Karel...
View ArticleBar guide for the Eugene visitor
From dance club settings to sit-down dinner bars, downtown Eugene’s night scene has it all. With more than 12 bars to choose from, the downtown area is a great place to grab a drink or meal with a...
View ArticleSpencer Butte provides good outdoor recreation for all ages
If you’re in the mood to move or just enjoy Eugene’s sunny season, Spencer Butte@@correct@@ is a great hike for people of all ages and capabilities. The butte stands at an elevation of 2,055 feet and...
View Article5th Street restaurants will satisfy your fancy
Eugene’s Historic 5th Street Public Market is one of the city’s shopping hotspots — but where should you dine after a long day of shopping? There are a few restaurants that have the community talking —...
View ArticleHitting the green around the University of Oregon
Golfing is a fun day activity for the whole family to enjoy in Eugene’s usual summer sunshine at a fairly reasonable price. Whether you’re hoping to play a long game or just hit it off at the driving...
View ArticleA local’s guide for hiking the hills and trails near campus
Everyone who lives in Eugene, or who has been lucky enough to experience it on one of its drier days, knows that the city can be an outdoor-lover’s playground. Hiking is a regular activity for locals,...
View Article‘Art of the Athlete’ exhibit shows another side of University athletes
Sports and fine arts are often perceived to be at different ends of a spectrum at school. But the new “Art of the Athlete” exhibition at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art has united the two in an...
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Hawaii Club’s 37th annual lu’au commemorates Polynesian dance and music
The hula dance, once banned in 17th-century Hawaii, is performed by student dancers during the Hawaiian club's 37th annual Lu'au. The evening featured live dancing, a Hawaiian buffet, and coconut...
View ArticleProfessor Tom Wheeler’s rocking road to the University
Journalism professor Tom Wheeler never set out to be a professional writer, and he took his first guitar lesson when he was about 55 years old — two things that might surprise anyone who knows the...
View Article10 things to do in Eugene during the summer
Every student should spend at least one summer in Eugene. Why? Well, the weather is beautiful, the rain is nonexistent@@not true@@, weekends are wide-open and campus is half-populated and laid-back. If...
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