University of Oregon

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The University of Oregon is a comprehensive ­research university in the liberal arts, natural and social sciences, and the professions. The flagship institution of the Oregon University System, generations of leaders and citizens have studied at the University of Oregon since it opened in 1876. Today's students have access to the most current knowledge in lectures, laboratories, and seminars conducted by active researchers. University of Oregon students select courses from departments and programs in the College of Arts and Sciences and from seven professional schools and colleges and the Robert D. Clark Honors College. Some 811 full-time and 353 part-time faculty members - and 1,303 graduate teaching and research assistants - serve as mentors, colleagues, and friends to the more than 20,000 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at UO. Teaching, research, and a spirit of sharing are characteristics of the campus community. Visit the official University of Oregon website at www.ou.edu for information and admissions.

University of Oregon Academics. The UO offers 134 academic programs through the College of Arts and Sciences, Charles H. Lundquist College of Business, College of Education, School of Architecture and Allied Arts, School of Journalism and Communication, and School of Music. With this breadth of academic options, you're likely to find the path that inspires you. The University of Oregon Graduate School awards master's and doctoral degrees and graduate certificates from eight schools and colleges: School of Architecture and Allied Arts, Charles H. Lundquist College of Business, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Education, Graduate School, School of Journalism and Communication, School of Law, and School of Music.  [Top]

University of Oregon Campus. UO's architecturally-inviting buildings, some dating back to 1876, tree-lined footpaths and beautiful landscaping create a campus setting that's bucolic and historic. The university's 295-acre campus is an arboretum of more than 500 species, 3,000 specimens of trees, and tranquil spots to study. The University of Oregon Library System contains more than two million volumes, 17,000 journals, electronic indexes, connections to regional and national libraries, and an extensive collection of microfilm, slides, maps, CDs, records, films, videotapes, and government documents. The UO Bookstore attracts painters, electronics enthusiasts, magazine junkies, and shopaholics. With a wealth of resources, the UO campus feeds the mind, body, and spirit.  [Top]

University of Oregon Museums. UO's four museums are valuable resources in the sciences and visual arts. The Condon Museum of Geology houses more than 50,000 specimens including vertebrate and invertebrate fossils, fossil plants, and several thousand skulls and skeletons of birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. The reopened Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art is a vibrant museum with 14 galleries and a collection of 12,500 objects. The second largest art museum in Oregon, the Museum features an oustanding collection of American, European, African, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese art, Russian icon paintings, Rodin sculptures, and Northwest art and photography. UO's Museum of Natural and Cultural History unfolds mysteries about Oregon 's natural sciences and human cultures through changing exhibitions. The museum features 500,000 objects, 30,000 of which are displayed, that explore the archaeology and fossil history of Oregon, animals, plants, environmental topics and human cultures. The Oregon State Museum of Anthropology contains archaeological and ethnographic artifacts from Oregon and all over the world.  [Top]

UO - Science & Arts. The university's science departments receive national attention for their work in such areas as computer science, genetics, materials, optics, and neuroscience. Research facilities and laboratory courses offer UO students experience with electron microscopes and microprobes, advanced optical microscopy, seismic array, and atomic absorption and emissions. The Pine Mountain Observatory consists of three Cassegrain reflecting telescopes with mirrors of 15", 24", and 32" diameters for astronomy education and research. UO offers three performing arts theaters, a scene shop, costume and lighting facilities, and a 550-seat concert hall. Students take part in productions at the 380-seat Robinson Theatre, 100-seat Arena Theatre, and the student-run Pocket Playhouse.  [Top]

University of Oregon Sport and Ducks. The awesome 128,000 square-foot Student Recreation and Fitness Center includes indoor multi-purpose courts, an indoor track, expanded weight training and fitness facilities, a rock-climbing wall, strength and fitness areas, two swimming pools, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, volleyball courts, badminton courts, outdoor and covered tennis courts. ESPN's Top 10 Intimidating Stadiums, Autzen Stadium is a legendary home of the Oregon Ducks football team. Up to 54,000 fans attend every UO home game at the most feared stadium in the Pac-10 Conference. Autzen Stadium's $80-million renovation added 32 luxury suites and two private clubs. Hayward Field is one of the world's most famous track-and-field stadiums. Built in 1919 and named for UO Coach Bill Hayward - the “father of OU track” - the 10,000 capacity facility has hosted 3 Olympic Trials, 9 NCAA championship, 4 National Pro Meets, and the USA Outdoor Track-and-Field Championships. Every May, the stadium hosts the IAAF Grand Prix Prefontaine Classic, the premiere track-and-field meet in the US. Built in 1926, McArthur Court is U of O's premier basketball facility. With a seating capacity of 10,063 and new maple floors, Mac Court is revered by fans and athletes.  [Top]