Understanding where angry words, bias and concerning behavior can lead to a threat assessment By Amanda Fallon Getting angry is not a crime. Neither is complaining, criticizing the college or having a bad day. But when does venting cross the line into something a college needs to investigate? That question is at the center of…
Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow celebrates generations of Siletz culture, tradition and community. By Amand Fallon The 2026 Nesika Illahee Pow-Wow brought together members of the Siletz community and visitors from across the region Aug. 7–9 at the Pauline Ricks Memorial Pow-Wow Grounds on Government Hill in Siletz, Oregon.Hosted annually by the Confederated Tribes of Siletz, the…
Eugene nonprofit supports jazz education, performance opportunities and community connection for LCC and university students by Amanda Fallon For many student musicians, learning jazz does not stop when class ends. In Eugene, it can continue on stage. Through concerts, educational outreach and student-centered programming, The Jazz Station is helping connect student musicians with…
Part Two: An Inside Look at President Bulger’s Picks for the Annual Student Art Awards By Amanda Fallon When President Peggy Bulger looks at student artwork, she is not simply looking for technical skill. She is looking for something that makes her stop. “I generally look for work that does more than execute a technique…
Ashlea Simons’s artwork earns President’s Art Award Winning an award was never something Ashlea Simons expected from her artwork. “In all of my years as an artist I never thought my works would win an award,” she said. “It was never a thought that crossed my mind.” When Ashlea received the email informing her that…
Trustees select a new chair and vice chair following closely contested 4–3 votes to begin the 2026–27 leadership year by Amanda Fallon The Lane Community College Board of Education elected new leadership at its Wednesday,July 1 evening meeting, selecting Trustee Jesse Maldonado as board chair and Trustee Jerry Rust as vice chair following two closely…
Dine with Lane Community College’s award winning chefs Lane’s award-winning culinary students get real life experience with full fine dining service on the first floor of the Center Building at the Renaissance Room. The dining is open Wednesdays and Thursdays in the spring. Diners can select an appetizer, entree and dessert for only $17. Drinks…
