Opportunities on Campus
Explore Eugene
Check out the Admissions Office website to learn about Eugene and nearby areas!
Get Tickets to Events on Campus and in the Community
Go to the Ticket Office website to learn how to get tickets for the University of Oregon's student organization events, UO School of Music and Dance events, the University Theatre, Oregon Hockey games, ChamberMusic@Beall events, Oregon Bach Festival, UO Department Events, WOW Hall event, and more.
Explore Outdoors
The Eugene, Cascades and Coast region offers an array of easily accessible outdoor adventures year-round!
UO's Outdoor Program is the first stop for any kind of outdoor adventure for UO students. They facilitate local trips as well as far-reaching expeditions, and provide a wide range of gear rentals, resources, and clinics.
Visit Museums on Campus
The UO is home to two museums.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA): JSMA is the only academic art museum in Oregon to be accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Its collection has more than fifteen thousand objects, with notable art from Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Admission is free for UO students.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History (MNCH): MNCH is the State of Oregon's official repository for publicly owned collections and is home to hundreds of thousands of ethnographic and archaeological objects, fossils, and biological specimens from Oregon and around the world. Admission is free for UO students.
Watch Sport Games
UO student-athletes compete as the Oregon Ducks.
You can buy Ducks game tickets on the GoDucks website.
UO Rec Center
The UO Rec Center features accessible facilities including a 25-yard swimming pool, a climbing space, bikes, treadmills, tennis courts and more!
UO students have free access to the Rec facilities.
Opportunities in Town
Fitness Center: Eugene YMCA
The Eugene YMCA offers an array of programs and services designed to help you meet your wellness goals and get connected with your community. Monthly membership and day pass are available.
Location: 600 E. 24th Ave.
Phone: 541-686-9622
Website: Eugene YMCA
Eugene Public Library
Eugene Public Library offers free information, education, entertainment and connection for everyone in the community. You can borrow books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, and hands-on tools including specialty cameras, sewing machines, and more!
Location: 100 West 10th Avenue
Phone: 541-682-5450
Website: Eugene Public Library
Lane County History Museum
The Lane County History Museum collects and preserves artifacts and library materials that help establish or illustrate the history of Lane County. Admission is free for everyone!
Location: 740 West 13th Ave
Phone: 541-682-4242
Website: Lane County History Museum
The City of Eugene Volunteer Opportunities
The City of Eugene offers various volunteer opportunities including library assistance and recreation services.
Check out the City of Eugene website to find more.
Identity-Based Support on Campus
The Dean of Students Office: Communities on Campus
Check out the Office of the Dean of Students Webpage that introduces seven resource centers and programs to support students with various backgrounds. The list includes:
Black Cultural Center | LGBTESS | Men's Resource Center | Multicultural program
Nontraditional Students program | Veterans program | Women's Center
Division of Equity and Inclusion Student Resource
The Division of Equity and Inclusion has put together a resource guide for students including undocumented, immigrant and DACA Students.
Indigenous UO Campus Map
The Indigenous UO map highlights the key points of interests related to Native American and Indigenous history on campus. This project was created and developed by the Native American and Indigenous Studies Academic Residential Community in 2018.
Many Nations Longhouse
The Many Nations Longhouse serves as a place of respite for American Indian students at the UO as they navigate their academic endeavors. Its mission is to provide welcome, respecting the diversity of numerous American Indian cultures and beliefs.
Location: 1630 Columbia Street
Website: Many Nations Longhouse
Land Acknowledgement
In countries such as New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and the U.S., it is common to open events and gatherings by acknowledging the traditional Indigenous inhabitants of that land. Land Acknowledgment is a formal statement that recognizes and respects Indigenous Peoples as traditional stewards of the land and the enduring relationship that exists between Indigenous Peoples and their traditional territories.
The UO in partnership with the federally recognized tribes created and approved the land acknowledgment for our Eugene campus.
Learn more about UO's Land Acknowledgement on the library's website.
Patos Unidos Website
Patos Unidos is a website for UO Latinx community. It serves as a collection of all Latinx programs, resources, events, communities, stories, and leaders at the UO.
Mills International Center
The Mills International Center is a place for everyone – both international and US American are welcome!
The Mills has a study area, a relaxing space, and a great lending library with travel books, international magazines, and CDs. The Mills also hosts regular and one-time events such as Language Circles.
Location: Erb Memorial Union, Mezzanine 102
Phone: 541-346-0887
Website: Mills International Center
UO Dreamers
The UO Dreamer webpage offers resource information for undocumented and DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) students.
The Division of Equity and Inclusion has also put together a resource list for Undocumented, Immigrant and DACA Students.
Point of contact for Dreamer and undocumented students:
Justine Carpenter (Director of Multicultural and Identity-Based Support Services) | justcarp@uoregon.edu | 541-346-1123
All Gender Restroom Map
The UO has more than 100 all-gender restrooms. These restrooms are available for families with small children, people who have attendants, and our transgender and non-binary students, faculty members, staff, and community members.
Use this UO Campus Map to locate all-gender restrooms on campus.
Sexual Health Resources
The Office of the Dean of Students has put together a list of sexual health resources.
Highlights include:
Free Tests for HIV and Hepatitis C: HIV Alliance offers free, confidential OraQuick Rapid Tests for HIV and Hepatitis C and recommends high-risk populations test every 6 weeks.
Free Sexual Health Supplies: Protection Connection provides UO students free sexual health supplies at several “Hot Spots” across campus including the University Health Services lobby, EMU, and Knight Library (vending machine area).
Identity-Based Support in Town
Division of Equity and Inclusion's Resource List
The UO Division of Equity and Inclusion has put together a list of community resources available in the Eugene-Springfield area or online.
Eugene LGBTQIA+ Resources
Check out the Eugene LGBTQIA+ Resource List that the Office of the Dean of Students had put together.
Lane County Community Resilience Toolkits
The Lane County Community Resilience Toolkits provide resources designed to support various communities including ethnically & racially diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ community, veterans & military families, and their allies. These tools will enhance resilience and promote recovery from stress.
Friendship Foundation for International Students
The Friendship Foundation for International Students (FFIS) is a nonprofit organization that bridges the local community and UO international students, alumni, scholars, and their families through programs and events. The FFIS offers a short-term homestay program, conversation friend program, and the “Share Thanksgiving” program.
Website: Friendship Foundation for International Students
Email: ffiseugene@gmail.com
Questions?
If you have any other questions, email us at gegradstudies@uoregon.edu. We look forward to speaking with you!