Town Hall on Homelessness
envisioning community
UO Freshmen Project
A university research project is inviting freshmen and sophomores to participate in a survey that will help future first-year students transition to college life. Participants will receive $50!
Those who are interested should take a one minute survey (http://tinyurl.com/ny2oh9e). If you qualify, the directors will contact you. You may also contact the directors for more information at uofreshmenproject@gmail.com.
Walk the Whit
When: October 25 (12:45-3:15 PM)
What: East Blair Co-Op (940 W. 4th Avenue)
Have you heard the hype?
Do you want to check it out for yourself?
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.
RSVP
To reserve your place, contact David by October 23.
Living with Conflict, Searching for Peace
Why does Israel seem to be a site of persistent social conflict?
How can better relationships be forged between Israeli and Palestinian neighbors?
What strategies can we envision for achieving a lasting peace in the region?
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.
Meet Your Faculty Fellow
Hi everyone! If you would like to view the presentation I gave at our September 26 orientation meeting, just click the following link:
Bean East: Introduction
As I mentioned during this talk, our theme for this year is “Envisioning Community.” Let me share with you what I mean by this:
ENVISIONING COMMUNITY
What does it mean to live in community?
What values are central for the formation and maintenance of viable, productive societies?
To what extent should human flourishing include discussions of animals, plants, and the environment?
How should we approach difference and how can we achieve the “good life”?
These perennial questions have captured the imaginations of political and religious figures, philosophers, novelists, poets, and artists throughout the world. This year we will explore issues that will help you think more deeply about these questions and sharpen your own vision for living in community.
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.
Why would you ever want to speak with your faculty fellow???
(Click on the snowy Knight Library to find out.)
Welcome Bean Easters!!!
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.