ihost is Taking Eugene by Storm

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1 May 2013 ihost is Taking Eugene by Storm Page 1 ihost Page 2 Chuck it for Charity Page 3 Transportation and Activities Page 4/5 Move Out Information ihost is a movement to educate young adults on how to host responsible parties. The goal of ihost is to educate hosts on their responsibilities as well as what it means to be a good neighbor and community member. The ihost website ( has a Q &A section to address common questions about hosting parties as well as multiple resources that can help students guide the hosting process responsibly. Stay in touch by on Twitter! Page 6 Student Discounts and Resources Page 7 Senior Seminars Office of the Dean of Students Division of Student Affairs Paul Shang Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Hannah Mixon GTF, Substance Abuse Prevention and Off- Campus Services Jennifer Summers Director of Substance Abuse Prevent and Student Success

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3 Zipcar in Eugene Day Trips from Eugene The rain is starting to die down and there is beauty to be seen everywhere! But what is there to do outside of Eugene? Take a look at some easy day trips. The University of Oregon utilizes the international Zipcar car sharing program which gives students have access to a vehicle when they need one. Zipcar allows students to use cars on an hourly basis so you have wheels when you need them. In order to use the service, students must register online and be approved after a driving record check. Once registered and approved, students can search for an open car and reserve their time with the vehicle. There is a membership fee, and an hourly driving rate around $8.50/hour, but gas and insurance is covered by the company. The company uses a magnetized card system for access to the vehicle and the keys will be waiting inside. It s that simple! Register, reserve, drive. Zipcar is a convenient, easy to use, transportation alternative that is great for students at the U of O. Visit their website by clicking here. Oregon Dunes: The Oregon Dunes is the largest expanse of coastal dunes in North America and you won't want to miss seeing this Oregon gem which provides for a wide array of activities including hiking, horseback riding, ATVing and paddling. The dunes stretch along the coast from Florence down to Coos Bay. For more information, Click Here. Salt Creek Falls: Salt Creek Falls is the second tallest waterfall in Oregon and is just a short drive from Eugene. The falls are easily accessible off of Highway 58, about 60 miles from Eugene. In addition to easily accessible viewpoints, there are also great hiking trails in and around the area. For more information, Click Here. PAGE 3

4 Ducks Go Green! Think ahead - Pack early - Go zero waste You re a Duck. You care about the environment. Here are some tips for moving out sustainably. Electronics Toasters, laptops, alarm clocks, cell phone chargers NextStep Recycling will properly dispose of anything that runs off a plug-in cord or battery. Drop off location 2101 W. 10th Avenue near Garfield Street Call for pick-up: Household items Clothing, mattresses, books, kitchen equipment, bedding, knick-knacks See map for donation locations in the campus area. If you can t bring goods to a drop site, schedule a pick-up from St. Vincent de Paul These items are not allowed in the garbage by state law Televisions Auto batteries Computers Appliances Monitors Motor oil Laptops Tires Art and office supplies Pens, paper, metal bottle caps, old keys, wine corks, old candles, buttons, unmatched socks, fabric, posters, outdated calendars MECCA (Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts) accepts many kinds of materials for their community craft store. Donation location 449 Willamette Street (near Amtrak). Visit materials-exchange.org for donation hours. One stop for all donations and recycling! Have a friend with a truck? The Glenwood Station will receive: Recyclables separated by category (paper, glass, etc.) Motor oil, antifreeze and batteries Computers and electronics Homegoods for donation Reusable materials for donation Landfill items Donation location 3100 E. 17th Avenue Eugene, /10 mile west of intersection of 17th and Glenwood Boulevard. UO OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY SUSTAINABILITY.UOREGON.EDU PAGE 4

5 Map of Donation Locations The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. This publication will be made available in accessible formats upon request University of Oregon MC m. Shout out to UO Printing and Mailing Services for printing this document. They have many useful services available for the entire campus. Check them out at uopress.uoregon.edu PAGE 5

6 Or check out these websites that offer lots of discounts! The Survival Kit Coupon Book Campus Special Coupon Book Hungry Ducks Trying to Cut Down on Spending? Check out all of these local student discounts! Popular Discounts: Tracktown Pizza Student Buffet $7.50 Regal Valley River Center Monday - Thursday after 4PM - $7.50 Bijou Art Cinemas $6 Admission Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art Student discount - Free The Museum of Natural and Cultural History Student discount Free UO Duck Store Electronics Student discount on select items UO Athletic Events Student discount on most events Conflict Resolution Services Conflict Resolution Serves provides impartial and confidential services for working through difficulties/conflict, making decisions, or planning for the future. Services are free for the UO community. Looking for Housing or Roommates? Hungry Ducks Take a look these resources to help get you started! Conflict Resolution Services can help with: Problems with roommates, neighbors or landlords Arguments with friends or partners Difficulties with supervisors, employees or co- workers Differences of opinion in student organizations or group projects Difficulties with professors or classmates ASUO Rental Services, University Housing, Oregon Daily Emerald, The Register Guard, The Eugene Weekly, Eugene Craigslist PAGE 6

7 Thank You to all of the Volunteers who came out Help at CommUniversity Days of Service!!!! More than 120 volunteers came together on April 19 th to work on four projects to improve the neighborhoods surrounding campus. Together we planted trees, collected food donations, did tree inventory and cleaned up trash to beautify the neighborhoods. The event wouldn t have been possible without the help of volunteers and we genuinely thank you for your service. Sincerely, The CommUniversity Days of Service Team PAGE 7

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