If you'd rather spend your time outdoors, keep an eye out for rafting, skiing, hiking, and other excursions planned by campus groups advertised by the breezeway and amphitheater. Come along on the Honors College Yachats trip in November or the beach trip in the spring. Or, if you prefer to stay close to home, hop on your bike and take a scenic ride down Pre's trail or take a pleasant walk to Hendricks Park just a couple miles from campus. Or, if you'd prefer to stay on campus, head to the University Theater to find out about student performances throughout the year or go to The Buzz , the campus coffee shop by the EMU amphitheater and enjoy performances by local musical groups. Inquire at the University Theater or in the acting department about upcoming auditions for student plays and one-acts throughout the year.
Opportunities are available for actors, writers and directors.
If you'd like to share music, comedy or poetry, sign up for open mike night at the Buzz. Talk to the Honors College Art Committee about displaying your art in the HC or come to the Honors College poetry night to share your work. Audition at the music school to get involved with the gospel, jazz or chamber choirs or come listen to their performances. Other campus groups often put on dance nights and other social events as well so keep an eye out for signs in the dorms, by the EMU, or on the street advertising opportunities for you to come and have fun with friends. Visit the survival center, ASUO and other offices in the EMU to learn how you can get involved in and social activism and campus politics at the U of O. Participate in work on diversity, women's rights, labor and university issues.