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News Archive prior to Feb. 2015
UO researchers explain how neural stem cells create new and varied neurons
EUGENE, Ore. — (June 19, 2013) — A new study examining the brains of fruit flies reveals a novel stem cell mechanism that may help explain how neurons form in humans.
UO and local schools team up to reduce waste, serve those in need
EUGENE, Ore. -- (June 12, 2013) -- High school students are taking a class in real life as they team up with the University of Oregon housing department to move college students out of the halls – and serve those in the community who need it most.
Pat Tillman Foundation names latest UO scholars
EUGENE, Ore. – (June 12, 2013) – Three students at the University of Oregon have been selected as Tillman Military Scholars by the Pat Tillman Foundation.
UO commencement to celebrate graduates and families on June 17
EUGENE, Ore. -- (June 10, 2013) -- The University of Oregon will celebrate more than 5,000 eligible graduates in commencement exercises on Monday, June 17.
Nationally recognized leader hired to head UO admissions
EUGENE, Ore. -- (June 13, 2013) -- Jim Rawlins, a nationally recognized leader in admissions, has been hired as the new director of Admissions at the University of Oregon.
Over-produced autism gene alters synapses, affects learning and behavior in mice
EUGENE, Ore. — (June 5, 2013) — A gene linked to autism spectrum disorders that was manipulated in two lines of transgenic mice produced mature adults with irreversible deficits affecting either learning or social interaction.
Documentary premiere on history of the Erb Memorial Union
EUGENE, Ore. -- (June 3, 2013) – The University of Oregon Division of Student Affairs will premiere its documentary, “Meet Me at the SU: a History of the Erb Memorial Union,” on June 6, at 6 p.m. in the EMU Ballroom. The event is free and open to the public.