Advancing the UO's Mission
The University of Oregon provides Oregonians and their peers from around the world access to an excellent education. We challenge our students to question critically, think logically, communicate clearly, act creatively, and live ethically. We serve the people of Oregon, our nation, and the world through research, teaching, and outreach that benefits humanity, drives innovation, strengthens the economy, and transforms lives.
Without engagement from alumni and advocates like you, the UO would simply not be successful. When you talk to lawmakers, attend events, and keep up to date with our work at the state and federal levels, we all thrive.
Why UO?
The University of Oregon is important to students, alumni, the community. and the whole state.
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Why do we need YOU to advocate for legislation that positively impacts the UO and higher education? Check out this video and find out!
Latest News
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Read MoreNew COVID-19 relief bill: emergency funding for UO
The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (H.R. 133), approved by Congress and signed into law in late December, 2020, is a massive legislative package containing several substantial bills, including an omnibus package of FY2021 funding bills and an emergency spending bill to address the impac...
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Read MoreOregon's colleges to get $228 million in COVID-19 relief money
First published in The Register-Guard on January 9, 2021. Oregon's colleges and universities will get a needed boost from the newest federal COVID-19 relief and omnibus bill signed Dec. 27 by President Donald Trump. The funds from the Consolidated Appropriations Act's $22.7 billion dedicated to ...
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Read MoreCarmen Rubio, Portland’s 1st Latinx City Commissioner and proven bridge-builder, takes office
First published in The Oregonian on January 5, 2021. By Shane Dixon Kavanaugh | The Oregonian/OregonLive Some residents in East Portland must take multiple buses to get to a doctor’s appointment. In some families, three school-aged children share a single computer for virtual public-school ...