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SOU Institute for Applied Sustainability to offer trainingMarch 28, 2023 - 11:59 am
Faculty Spotlight Podcast: SOU’s Alena RuggerioMarch 21, 2023 - 12:41 pm
SOU, RCC collaborate in regional “Innovation Jam”March 7, 2023 - 8:57 am
Friday Science Seminar: What can we learn from a fish?March 6, 2023 - 1:39 pm
President corrects misperceptions on fiscal realignmentFebruary 27, 2023 - 1:25 pm
New Sustainability Collective serves fun, sustainability and SOUPSFebruary 21, 2023 - 12:25 pm
Debunked: Tackling five myths about recycling at SOUFebruary 21, 2023 - 11:43 am
February Food Drive addresses demands on SOU Food PantryFebruary 13, 2023 - 1:00 pm
SOU to begin relationship with Yale School of ArtFebruary 10, 2023 - 1:47 pm
SOU grad recognized for higher education researchFebruary 9, 2023 - 11:45 am
SOU joins DOE program, commits to greenhouse gas reductionsFebruary 7, 2023 - 12:34 pm
Philanthropic giving increasing significantly at SOUJanuary 31, 2023 - 12:05 pm
SOU Institute for Applied Sustainability to offer training
/in Campus NewsSouthern Oregon University’s new Institute for Applied Sustainability will team with Travel Southern Oregon and its statewide counterpart, Travel Oregon, to host a sustainable tourism training seminar on April 2 in Portland for travel industry professionals. The session is an opportunity for SOU to build its reputation as a respected and influential resource in Oregon […]
President corrects misperceptions on fiscal realignment
/in Campus News, LeadershipSOU President Rick Bailey reached out to students and employees this week to correct various misinformation and misperceptions that have circulated among the campus community regarding the cost-management portion of the university’s four-pronged fiscal realignment plan. The bottom line is that students and others should expect “a robust mix of academic programs and student experiences” […]
Debunked: Tackling five myths about recycling at SOU
/in Campus NewsIt’s not always easy to understand what can and can’t be recycled. It differs from area to area depending on the capabilities of the sorting facility in the closest proximity to where we live. It is also so important to get clean waste streams to help secure end markets for the resource. Sarah Ross, SOU’s […]
February Food Drive addresses demands on SOU Food Pantry
/in Campus News, Press Releases(Ashland, Ore.) — The timing of this month’s February Food Drive couldn’t be better for Southern Oregon University’s Student Food Pantry, which directly benefits from all food and monetary donations generated by the food drive. The on-campus Food Pantry has nearly been emptied by a combination of unprecedented use and high student need. A total […]
Philanthropic giving increasing significantly at SOU
/in Campus NewsPhilanthropic support of SOU has soared over the past five years, the result of an intensive effort to transition the university toward a future of sustainable financial operations and improved student access. New gifts and pledges grew nearly 125% over that period, according to Janet Fratella, vice president for University Advancement and executive director of […]
State Employee Food Drive begins next week
/in Campus NewsThe annual Governor’s State Employee Food Drive, also known as the February Food Drive, is a monthlong effort that begins Feb. 1, and all food and money received at SOU will directly address hunger at the university by supporting the Student Food Pantry’s operations throughout the year. Donations in any amount or quantity will be […]
SOU receives solar support from Congress
/in Campus News, Press Releases(Ashland, Ore.) — Southern Oregon University will receive $2 million to support its transition to solar power and energy independence, a result of the federal appropriations bill hammered out through months of negotiations and approved by Congress last week. U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley of Oregon included the solar project in the spending […]
“Pre-consumer” composting closes loop at SOU dining operations
/in Campus News(Ashland, Ore.) — The Hawk dining commons at Southern Oregon University is now addressing the issue of potential food waste at both ends of the food service stream, after beginning a new program this month to collect and compost scraps generated in the preparation of student meals. The composted “pre-consumer” waste is used to enrich […]
Patridge hired as SOU general counsel
/in Campus News, LeadershipRob Patridge, who has held several high-profile professional and public service positions throughout Oregon, has been hired following a nationwide search to become Southern Oregon University’s in-house attorney. He will begin work as SOU’s general counsel on Dec. 5. “Rob’s varied legal career has been punctuated by innovation and leadership, guiding his clients through situations […]
John Johnstin named director of student activities and Stevenson Union
/in Campus NewsSOU has a new director of student activities and the Stevenson Union. Dean of Students Carrie Vath, Ph.D., is happy to introduce John Johnstin (he/him) to the campus community. John was selected following an in-depth search that included several strong candidates. “The search committee was impressed with John’s experience, ideas and collaborative style,” Vath said. […]