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The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance, respect and an understanding that each individual is unique. Diversity can include race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs or other ideologies. The EMU offers you numerous ways to explore diversity in a safe, positive and nurturing environment. With a constant interchange of cultures, languages and ideologies, student groups provide all members of the UO community the opportunity to engage in a wide range of experiences. |
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The African Students Association is dedicated to the educating the UO community about the different cultures that comprise the African continent and to foster the appreciation of African culture and related customs. We also provide a network of support for African students and organize campus events pertaining to Africa.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Chinese Student Association was established by a group of passionate students who wanted to help new Taiwanese students feel comfortable at the UO. We coordinate academic, social, and cultural activities with the goal of improving understanding of Chinese culture.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The European Student Association Provides a support network for European students and promotes European culture through events and activities. We also strive to make UO European students more visible by incorporating new activities into the ESA schedule each year that encourages more students to get involved.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Hong Kong Student Association serves as a support base for Hong Kong students at the UO and helps them adjust to the American culture and lifestyle. We plan cultural events for the entire campus to enjoy and strive to promote understanding and tolerance of people from all over the world.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The International Student Association represents approximately 1,600 international students at the UO from over 90 different countries. In order to foster a friendly social atmosphere, the ISA organizes the International Coffee Hour every Friday from 4-6pm in the International Lounge. This function creates opportunities for both international and American students to interact freely over a cup of coffee.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Japanese Student Organization strives to connect people and create friendships by being an all-welcoming group. We celebrate diversity and encourage people from all backgrounds to join. Through events, meetings, and activities, we hope to educate the members and community about the people and culture of Japan.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Kultura Philipinas, the Philippine Student Association at the UO, promotes education and understanding of Filipino culture, history and traditions. We also serve the community in the numerous forms such as the Eugene Asian Celebration, Children's Story Telling and our Annual Culture Night.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Malaysian Student Organization organizes activities that enhance the quality of academic life of Malaysian students at the UO. We plan cultural events for the entire campus to enjoy.
This ASUO program is funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Mills International Center is designed to serve the entire UO community, with particular emphasis on students interested in international affairs and travel. We provide students with resources to assist them in learning about and traveling to other countries and in the United States, and meeting people from around the world. Additionally, the MIC puts on its own programs and co-sponsors other programs all with an international focus. The MIC houses travel books, travel brochures and maps, international newspapers and magazines, study abroad materials and atlases. We have several computers to provide access to international newspapers, the Internet, the IRC website and e-mail. There is also a big screen TV available for viewing international news, holding international film events and for use by various organizations hosting events. The MIC is funded in part by student incidental fees. Hours Mon-Thurs: 9am-5pm Fri: 9am-4:30pm |
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PERMIAS is the Indonesian Student Association at the UO. We promote the awareness of Indonesian cultures and acts as a liaison between Indonesian students and the consulate of the Republic of Indonesia. We also participate in Pormiwor, a traditional sporting event that is held every year for Indonesian students in the Pacific Northwest, and sponsor an annual Indonesian Culture Night.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Singapore Student Association serves the general welfare of Singapore students attending the UO. We promote cultural awareness and understanding through academic, social and cultural activities.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Students of the Indian Subcontinent promote awareness about the cultural, economic and social aspects of the Indian subcontinent. We provide a forum that brings together students, staff, faculty and the general community who share a common interest in the Indian subcontinent.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Vietnamese Student Association is a social, cultural, and support group for Vietnamese American students. We also promote cultural awareness and understanding on campus and the community at large. VSA is committed to community service and the teaching of the Vietnamese language.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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LGBTQ |
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, Queer Alliance provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for students and others to explore and understand their sexuality. We plan social and educational programs, offer resources and referrals, and build coalitions with other student groups in order to fight discrimination on all levels.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Men |
The philosophy of the UO Men’s Center is to support the full spectrum of men, across developmental needs, age, class, sexual orientation and culture. We are also devoted to promoting healthy & nurturing relationships with other men, women and the campus community. We are not anti-feminism. Rather, we are interested in offering men enhanced opportunities to improve their lives, their relationships and their health.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Multicultural |
The Asian Pacific American Student Union serves as a support service and network that focuses on the needs of Asian American students, faculty and staff. We also promote awareness of and appreciation for Asian American and Asian culture, history, and heritage on the UO campus.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Black Student Union encourages a positive image of African Americans and supports its members in achieving their educational goals. We also provide an intellectual, cultural and social environment for students, as well as community members.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Black Women of Achievement provides social, cultural, and educational activities for African American women on campus, and support the advancement of their individual and collective interests at the UO and within the community.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Jewish Student Union provides activities based on Jewish cultural, social, and philosophical traditions. We also work to provide a safe environment for students who want to learn more about Jewish culture.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The main objective of Movimiento Estudianti Chicanos de Aztlan is the recruitment and retention of Oregon's Chicano and Latino students, and providing an atmosphere of community and confidence so students can maximize their potential while at the UO. We plan various cultural and educational events throughout the year in order to meet these objectives.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Multicultural Center brings together students and faculty, staff, and community members to promote personal growth, cultural pluralism, community education, positive social change, and the end of human oppression by examining issues of gender, sexuality and culture, with primary focus on race and ethnicity. We plan and co-sponsor numerous educational and entertaining events throughout the year.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Native American Student Association provides a voice for Native students at the UO and is a resource base where Native students can find community, Native news, educational counseling and advising. We sponsor events that celebrate the heritage and traditions of Native Americans.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Nontraditional |
The two primary purposes of the Nontraditional Student Union are to provide a central distribution point for information needed by or useful to returning students, and to provide returning students a voice that will be heard by the decision making bodies of the University of Oregon administration and student government.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Political |
Amnesty International is the largest grass-roots human rights organization in the world with more than 1.5 million members in 150 countries. The work of community and student chapters across the globe has helped countless people facing oppression and human rights violations.
This ASUO program is funded by student incidental fees. |
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The Coalition Against Environmental Racism is a dedicated to providing a forum for education about and promotion of environmental justice. Our goal is to educate people at the UO and in the community at large about the connections between environmental problems and social inequities, and to help community groups in their struggles for environmental justice.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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College Democrats is the campus affiliate of the Democratic Party. Members work in campaigns, lobby legislators, register voters, and attend Democratic Party conventions. | |
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College Republicans is the campus affiliate of the Republican Party. Members work in campaigns, lobby legislators, register voters, and attend Republican Party conventions. | |
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The Oregon Student Public Interest Research Group offers opportunities for UO students to volunteer and intern for an organization that is concerned with issues concerning the environment, higher education and poverty. Some of our main goals include teaching and training students to be leaders and to provide community service by disseminating information or volunteering.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Species Equality Through Action educates students, faculty and the community about problems concerning the treatment of non-human animals. Our primary goal is to educate the community on different forms of animal exploitation, including animal research, consumption of animal products and blatant animal abuse of any kind. Outreach consists of tabling, demonstrations, vigils, video showings, speakers, dialogue, media and much more.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Founded in the early 1970s, the Survival Center is an umbrella organization geared towards the education of the campus community around issues of social justice and environmentalism. The center is open to the concerns of students, and works to empower its members to help their voices be heard. The center sponsors rallies and teach-ins, hosts guest speakers and promotes public forums for discussion.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Religious |
The Muslim Student Association is comprised of a wide variety of students coming from different cultural backgrounds who have all enjoyed learning from each other. We coordinate academic, social, and cultural activities with the goal of improving understanding of Islamic culture. MSA does not limit its potential to share religious faith and cultural complexity to the group. Group members have organized several religious events and have cooperated with the Eugene Middle East Peace Group, a local peace activists' group, to provide the community with a better understanding of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and how to promote peace in the region. An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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Women |
The Women's Center is a community of women dedicated to creating social change through diverse perspectives in educational endeavors and social events. The center provides information and drop-in referral services for academic resources, counseling, legal assistance, childcare, financial aid, sexual violence, safety and women's health. The center also houses the Relational Leadership Program, the Sexual Wellness Advocacy Team, Students For Choice and the Assault Prevention Shuttle.
An ASUO program funded by student incidental fees. |
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