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‘The Revolution will be Caffeinated’: UO students and faculty hold rally to show their support for Starbucks workers’ efforts to unionize.

Carl Pitlick3 years ago3 years ago04 mins

The University of Oregon Young Democratic Socialists held a rally on Wednesday at UO’s Erb Memorial Union Amphitheater to show support and solidarity for Starbucks workers’ ongoing push for employee unions. Speakers included Starbucks employees and members of the three workers unions on campus: United Academics, Graduate Teaching Fellow Federation and Service Employees International Union….

The Finalists of Lane’s Presidential Search

Hannah Joel3 years ago3 years ago03 mins

A search is underway to find and elect the eighth president of Lane Community College. The new president will replace President Dr. Margaret Hamilton, who announced her retirement in June 2021. Hamilton is expected to retire in late June of 2022 after serving for five years. The transition of power is projected to take place…

The women’s basketball team has yet to lose a game this season

Kyle Solomons3 years ago3 years ago01 mins

Led by Coach Greg Sheley, the women’s basketball team is undefeated this season. This may put a lot of pressure on the women but pressure is not always bad. “It also amplifies the focus and the dedication of the young women,” Sheley said. “They’re able to maintain that focus and desire to continue to win.” …

Getting to Know Professors at Lane: Thomas Madison

Mireille Blond3 years ago3 years ago05 mins

Lane Community College is populated with many highly accomplished professors with a diverse array of experience outside of the classroom. Highlighted in this article is the work of Professor Thomas Madison, a graphic design instructor who also runs the Design and Media Center here at Lane Community College. If students want to take a class…

Lane Board addresses COVID policy change, presidential search updates

Carl Pitlick3 years ago3 years ago07 mins

The Lane Board of Education convened on Wednesday to discuss topics such as on-campus COVID policies, and the search for a new college president. Several LCC faculty members outlined issues around inadequate wages and rising healthcare costs for faculty and their families. With the mask mandate for Oregon schools ending on March 12, LCC is…

In Loving Memory of Robert “Bob” Ackerman

Guest Author3 years ago3 years ago07 mins

Robert “Bob” Ackerman died on February 22, 2022, after a lifetime of public service. Born on March 31, 1937 in San Francisco, California, Bob grew up understanding the value of hard work. He started working at his stepfather’s butcher shop when he was just twelve, honing a skill that would fund his education. At 17,…

Local Response to the Ongoing Invasion of Ukraine

Chandlor Henderson3 years ago3 years ago04 mins

On Feb. 24, 2022 Ukrainians woke up to an invasion. Russian troops that had been gathering on the border crossed over into Ukraine. The Ukrainian people have dealt with ongoing threats and conflict from Vladimir Putin for years. And the reality of those threats were put on full display for the world to see this…

An International Perspective of the Coronavirus

Hannah Joel3 years ago3 years ago05 mins

With the rise of coronavirus cases, governments in countries across the globe have been asking people to observe health and safety protocols to reduce the risk of transmitting the virus. Each country has had its fair share of struggles when dealing with the pandemic. Here is a perspective of what coronavirus protocols look like in…

Representative DeFazio reflects on 36 years in Congress.

Chandlor Henderson3 years ago3 years ago022 mins

After 36 years in congress, Representative Peter DeFazio is retiring. DeFazio represents the 4th District of Oregon which includes Benton, Coos, Curry, Douglas, Josephine, Linn, and Lane Counties. He is the Chair of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the co-founder and chair of the largest bipartisan caucus in the congress, the Small…

Take The Polar Plunge for the Special Olympics in Oregon!

Hannah Joel3 years ago3 years ago02 mins

Jumping into frigid waters in the wintertime may sound like something out of the ordinary, but it has become an annual event held across the nation. Known as the Polar Bear Plunge, participants jump into freezing cold water to raise awareness and drive donations for the thousands of athletes involved in the Special Olympics. For…