Dr. David Reis, Faculty Fellow for Bean East and a member of the Religious Studies Department, will be leading a six-week study abroad program to Greece this summer. Click the image of the Athenian Acropolis above for contact information, and watch the presentation below for a tour of the sites on the itinerary. If you would like more information, please contact David.
The Ethnic Studies Department is hosting a Town Hall Meeting on BlackLivesMatte
Whatever your goals and interests, it is likely that UO Study Abroad has a program for you. Because it’s never too early to think about ways to enhance your academic experience, we have scheduled a meeting to introduce the opportunities available to you (see the Calendar for more details).
If you have never considered studying abroad or think it is an impossibility, think again. Hundreds of students like you travel every year and come back with enriching experiences that broaden their worldviews and shape their futures. Come to our event to find out more!
Presenters will include representative from UO Study Abroad, students who have participated in the program, and David Reis, who has created a program for Summer 2015 in Athens. Please come to this event to learn more about the application process and the exciting programs available to you.
Department of Philosophy Colloquium Series
and
Ethnic Studies
presents
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Paint the White House Black:
The Obamas and the Aesthetics of Racial Transformation
Paul Taylor
Associate Professor of Philosophy and African American Studies
Head of the Department of African American Studies
Penn State University
Thursday, January 8, 4pm
202 Ford Alumni Center
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For more information about this event please visit the Philosophy Department website.
Action Alert
What you can do to promote a more just and peaceful world.
Vigil Today For Eric Gardner
and All Victims of Police Brutality
Wayne Morse Free Speech Plaza, 5pm
Then come to the Willcox Lounge on Thursday, December 4 at 9:00 PM. I will be bringing food and drinks to help you get through Dead Week and keep you on track for finals. Hope to see you there!
Are you ready for winter term registration? Having a difficult time making it into the Office of Academic Advising between 8:00am and 5:00pm? Come to “After Hours Academic Advising in the Residence Halls” to plan for next term!
Advisor Tami Hill, from the Office of Academic Advising, will help you understand your degree requirements and plan for winter term.
o Thursday, November 20 at 6pm in LLC Performance Hall
o Sunday, November 23 at 2pm in GSH 117
o Monday, November 24 at 6pm in GSH 130
o Tuesday, November 25 at 6pm in Earl 154
Three steps to prepare for advising:
1. View the Winter 2015 Class Schedule at http://classes.uoregon.edu and write down your ideas; BRING A MOBILE DEVICE to advising so you can view the Class Schedule in your session.
2. Print a copy of your Degree Audit Report (in your DuckWeb Student Menu) and bring it to your advising appointment.
3. Bring your list of questions!
TIPS for Exploring Majors:
1. Read about different majors in the catalog at http://uocatalog.uoregon.edu/majors/.
2. Check out Career Center workshops to explore your strengths and interests at https://career.uoregon.edu/workshops.
Whatever your goals and interests, it is likely that UO Study Abroad has a program for you. Because it’s never too early to think about ways to enhance your academic experience, the Study Abroad Office has scheduled two events over the next week (see the Calendar for more details).
If you have never considered studying abroad or think it is an impossibility, think again. Hundreds of students like you travel every year and come back with enriching experiences that broaden their worldviews and shape their futures. Come to our events to find out more!
A study abroad representative will be coming to Willcox Lounge to speak specifically with Bean East students. Please come to this event to learn more about the application process and the exciting programs available to you.
Study abroad representatives will be in Lillis to publicize their programs.
It’s a bit early to be thinking about Spring Break, right? Wrong. The UO has developed five programs for students interested in using this week to help others and become educated in a variety of social justice issues. Choosing one of these programs is a great way to bolster your resume. More importantly, participants regularly report that these trips have enhanced their awareness of national and global issues and have contributed to their personal growth.
The themes for Spring 2015 include issues surrounding environmental studies (Hawaii and Guatemala), human rights (Watsonville and San Francisco), and food justice (Los Angeles).
Applications are due November 5. To learn more about these programs and apply, click the image on the left.
Want to run the trails in south Eugene? Click the image above to register for the Autumn Trails race on November 9 (10:00 AM) and choose a distance that matches your ambition (3.5 miles, 6 miles, 10 miles, or 16 miles). Come with us to enjoy the scenic trails and spectacular views. Lace up your trail shoes, grab your rain gear, and prepare to get muddy. Let’s go!!
Puddles says, “Glad that cat is stuffed!”
Bean East students have the opportunity to take a guided tour of The Museum of Natural and Cultural History on Saturday, November 15 (1:00-2:00 PM). Our tour will focus on the Explore Oregon exhibit. This is a great chance for you to learn about the development of Oregon’s geology and ecology–a history that makes our state so unique and interesting. For complete information, click the image of Puddles in contemplation and consult the Calendar. Space is limited to ten students, so contact David by November 13 to reserve your spot.
Engaging in original research is one of the great advantages that comes with belonging to an institution like the University of Oregon. The current issue of CASCADE, the university’s Arts and Sciences alumni magazine, is dedicated to highlighting the projects students have completed over the last year. Click the image above to explore the work students are doing in fields such as cartography, video gaming, marine biology, and women and gender studies, and learn how the undergraduate symposium can help you share your work with the world.
Are you concerned about political policies toward marginalized people? Would you like to know more about how we can help them achieve a sense of security and well-being? Then come to the lecture by Dr. Chad Kautzer (University of Colorado, Denver) on November 6 (4:00-5:30 PM) in the Knight Library Browsing Room. This will be a great opportunity to think about society’s policies toward and obligations to the homeless. Please click the image below and consult the Calendar for more information on the presentation. For a complete overview of the Homelessness Project, please go to the UO Philosophy Department’s Community Philosophy Institute.
Lecture Abstract:
In disability studies, the concept of “dys-appearance” refers to bodies made visible through disabling social norms, practices, and environments. Chronic lack of shelter and access to private facilities often produce dys-appearance, as private lives are forced into public spaces. In this talk I consider three forms of security—in law, capital, and recognition—that contribute to this private-public dynamic of “homelessness” today: the policing and criminalization of the unhoused; mortgage securitization; and social recognition that supports trust and mitigates personal vulnerability or insecurity, that is, security as a dimension of “home.” Each of these works to define the public and private, but only the last, I argue, does not seek security at the expense of the insecurity of others.
The Daily Emerald recently published a story on the nightlife in Eugene’s Whiteaker neighborhood. It’s definitely a fun place to be at night, but there is more to this area of town than restaurants and bars. The Whit has a long tradition of envisioning community life based upon the principles of progressivism, sustainability, and justice. Join Dr. David Reis on an excursion to the Whit to explore the character of this neighborhood—its history, traditions, and ultra-hip, counter-cultural vibe. We will visit the East Blair Housing Cooperative to learn more about this organization and then take a short walking tour of this eccentric and vibrant part of Eugene. Click the image of the Whiteaker neighborhood flag for the full announcement.
Did you miss out on the Run With the Duck race, or would you like to tackle scenic Alton Baker Park again? Well, register now for the Monster Mash 5K race. Wear a Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize, or, if you’re more serious, see if you can beat your time from last week. Let’s go!!
On October 19, you have the chance to run with Puddles in the university’s 5th Annual Run with the Duck 5K. Check the Calendar for registration information (it’s free!). Register soon to ensure you get a cool t-shirt to commemorate the event (it’s free too!). Looking forward to seeing you at the starting line–c’mon, let’s go!!
On Sunday, October 5, Dr. Menachem Mor (Dean of the Humanities, University of Haifa), has agreed to meet with Bean East students to address the contemporary social climate in Israel. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the history of Israeli-Palestinian relations, to reflect upon the current social climate in Israel, and to share ideas about how we can take constructive steps toward political, social, and economic justice. This conversation is the first event of our academic program, “Envisioning Community.” I hope you will come to learn about and discuss this very important topic. Consult the Calendar or click the Lillis lecture hall for further information.
Hi everyone! If you would like to view the presentation I gave at our September 26 orientation meeting, just click the following link:
As I mentioned during this talk, our theme for this year is “Envisioning Community.” Let me share with you what I mean by this:
I plan on scheduling lectures, films, off-campus excursions, and other events that I hope will encourage you to think more deeply about these issues. Of course, the success of the program depends upon your participation, so please take a moment to bookmark this website, check the Calendar regularly, subscribe to the RSS feed, and, most importantly, get involved! I am looking forward to meeting you and engaging in provocative discussions and intentional reflection.
(Click on the snowy Knight Library to find out.)
Welcome to the UO, Bean East! I will use this website to post information and announcements relating to our academic program, weekly meetings, and current events. Please bookmark this website, check the Calendar page regularly, and subscribe to our RSS feed so that you can stay connected with our activities and events. In the meantime, click on Puddles to get revved up for Game Day.