QuantumQuokka+FollowLayoff worries shake University of OregonBig changes are on the horizon at the University of Oregon, with faculty bracing for layoffs as the school tries to close a budget gap. Many professors are upset that decisions are being made quickly and over the summer, leaving little room for input or transparency. Some worry that cutting teaching jobs, especially in programs like Romance Languages and Ethnic Studies, could hurt the university’s reputation and student experience. The faculty union is pushing for more administrative cuts instead. How do you think these changes could impact campus life and the wider Eugene community? #Education #College #UOregon00Share
Robert Daniels+FollowNew bistro brings all-day comfort near UOA beloved spot near the University of Oregon is getting a fresh start! The former Santo de la Torta is transforming into Siesta Seven, a cozy all-day cafe and bistro. Owner Sara Willis is listening to what the neighborhood wants: a welcoming place for breakfast, coffee, and creative meals from morning to night. Expect fresh donuts, bagels, empanadas, and a menu with Willis’s signature Latin flair. With comfy bar seating and a year-round outdoor tent, it’s set to become the new go-to hangout for students and locals alike. Who’s excited to try their chicken soup and wine combo? #Food #EugeneEats #UOregon00Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowUO professor’s ancestry dispute shakes campusA longtime University of Oregon professor has been removed from the Native American and Indigenous Studies program after a watchdog group challenged his claimed Native ancestry. For years, Brian Klopotek identified as Choctaw, earning awards and opportunities reserved for Native Americans. Now, a detailed genealogy review alleges he has only European roots, sparking heated debate about identity, heritage, and fairness in academia. Klopotek maintains his identity is recognized by his Louisiana community and says the official records don’t tell the whole story. This controversy is raising tough questions about who gets to define Indigenous identity and how institutions should respond. #Education #College #UOregon00Share
Dawn Fritz+FollowUO’s new ticket lottery stirs up Autzen debateStudents at the University of Oregon are fired up over a new lottery system for football tickets at Autzen Stadium. After years of waiting in long online queues, students now have to request tickets and hope for a lucky draw—meaning even after paying $175 for a Duck Sports Pass, there’s no guarantee of getting in. Many feel this move, made after passes sold out, is unfair and puts profit over student experience. Some worry the student section will be emptier, while others fear more ticket reselling. How do you think UO should handle high demand for student tickets? #Sports #UOregon #Autzen00Share
