EMU Program Events

The Craft Center is thrilled to welcome Laura McClain as our Spring 2026 Visiting Artist. Laura McClain is a wet felting artist and educator who works with wool to create functional and expressive décor, accessories, and wearables. At the heart of her practice is a method she calls Felt by Feel—a playful, embodied conversation between maker and material that allows her to stay connected to the wool’s changing textures, while tapping into her own responses as the work evolves. Laura has been creating with fiber arts since childhood and brings a balance of technical knowledge, curiosity, and fun to her teaching. To learn more about Laura McClain, please visit www.lauramcclain.art. Exhibition On View: March 30 - June 12 The Craft Center Gallery is located on the 2nd floor of the Erb Memorial Union by the Adell McMillan Gallery. Artist Talk & Reception: April 24, 12pm-1pm Join us at the Craft Center for an inspiring artist talk with Laura McClain. This event is free and open to the public. Please register at myemu.uoregon.edu. (Community Members without a Community Card must email craftctr@uoregon.edu to be added to our roster.)

Wet Felting Workshop: April 24, 1pm-4pm This hands-on workshop introduces wet felting, guiding you as you transform soft wool fibers into a strong, cohesive piece of felt. Using merino wool, water, soap, heat, and pressure, you’ll layer, embellish, and shape fibers by hand while learning how the material changes at each stage. This workshop is free. Registration is required at myemu.uoregon.edu. You must have a UO ID or Community Card to register. Space is limited.

Join us this Thursday at 1 pm for an exclusive Soda Pop-Up event! Are you looking to enhance your college experience by getting involved in various clubs and organizations? Look no further! This event is specifically tailored to help students like you find the perfect event! See you there! (while supplies last)

As always, our events are FREE for UO students with UOID.

The undergraduate chapter of the UO Net Impact Group is excited to present SPRNG, our annual conference exploring the intersection of sustainability and business.

This year's theme, "Flipping the Switch," centers on the critical role energy plays in shaping a more sustainable future. As communities, companies, and institutions respond to climate challenges, energy remains at the center of innovation, policy, and business strategy.

The conference will bring together students and professionals for a keynote speaker, industry panel, networking mixer, and a case competition focused on real-world sustainability challenges.

This event is free and open to all!  

Agenda

• Day 1: Keynote, industry panel, and networking mixer Thursday, May 7, 5:30–8:00 p.m., Lillis Business Complex 282  
• Day 2: Case competition Friday, May 8, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Lillis Business Complex 211

Spring Lonely Craft Sale 📅 May 8, 10am-12pm | Craft Center End the year on a creative note at the Spring Lonely Craft Sale! Browse an eclectic mix of handmade works, perfect for graduation gifts, dorm décor, or treating yourself. These treasures were left behind, but they don’t have to stay lonely. Proceeds support the Craft Center, helping us continue to offer free programs like Freebie Fridays and our Visiting Artist series.

📅 Friday, May 8 | ⏰ 12–2 PM | 📍 Erb Memorial Union (by the O Desk) This week’s craft: block printing! Carve, ink, and print your own designs! Play with patterns and textures on paper or fabric to create bold, repeatable prints that are uniquely yours. All supplies are provided. Freebie Friday – Drop In & Get Creative! Looking for a fun, free way to unwind and make something awesome? Freebie Friday is your chance to explore a new craft every week—totally free! No registration, no experience needed—just drop in, grab some supplies, and get creative.

Join the fun at Bingo Night! Mark your calendars for an evening of prizes, and good company. Whether you're a bingo pro or a newcomer, everyone's invited. Win $5 in duck bucks and learn about different events happening on campus.

Don’t know how to play bingo? Our team of student leaders can help. 

As always, our events are FREE for UO students, bring your ID card. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled event! 

Each Monday throughout the term, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

near the EMU O Desk.

Satisfy your sweet tooth every Tuesday at the University of Oregon's "Tuesday Treats" featuring irresistible donut holes. Join us for a tasty break that'll sweeten your Tuesday.

As always, our events are FREE for UO students with UOID.

   *Dietary substitutions for gluten and vegan diets will be available. 

Everyone deserves a closet refresh for spring! The Rose Room, a free campus thrift store, will be hosting an accessory swap. Any accessories accepted and students must bring one accessory to participate. Clothing donations are also accepted! All post event items will be donated to the Rose Room.

Donate any time before the event to the Student Sustainability Center or show up to the event with items in hand. Thanks for swapping with us!

The Student Sustainability Center and Food for Lane County host the weekly Trillium Produce Plus Produce Drops. These events provide a free farmers market for students to get produce, bread, and toilet paper. Please bring a bag and your UO ID. 

🎉 Get ready for tons of fun and a chance to show off your brainpower. Grab a friend (or three) and join the competition—every round your team wins scores each member $5! Are you up for the challenge?

Bring a team or come and join a new team.

Can't stay for all 4 rounds, no problem. stop in for 1, 2, 3 or 4 rounds, your choice!

FREE- Every Wednesday in the EMU 

Join us at our Ducks After Dark event where we will be showing "Kpop Demon Hunters." 

Doors open at 7:15pm, movie starts at 8:00 pm.

Free soda and popcorn

Description: A world-renowned K-Pop girl group balance their lives in the spotlight with their secret identities as demon hunters.

More information on the movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14205554/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1_tt_7_nm_0_in_0_q_kpop

Rated: PG

As always, our events are FREE for UO students, just show your UOID. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled event! 

Ride to UO campus for free coffee, snacks, swag, and socializing. There will also be free minor bike repairs and tune-ups. Hang out with your favorite folks from the UO Bike Program, UO Transportation Services, LiveMove, and other active transportation enthusiasts. You DO NOT need to be a UO employee or student. Anyone is welcome!

Hosted by: UO Transportation + Bike Program + LiveMove (rglaeser@uoregon.edu).

📅 Friday, May 15 | ⏰ 12–2 PM | 📍 Erb Memorial Union (by the O Desk) This week’s craft: travel notebooks! Make a mini notebook perfect for journaling, sketching, or planning your adventures. Customize it with colors, patterns, and pockets to keep your memories organized. All supplies are provided. Freebie Friday – Drop In & Get Creative! Looking for a fun, free way to unwind and make something awesome? Freebie Friday is your chance to explore a new craft every week—totally free! No registration, no experience needed—just drop in, grab some supplies, and get creative.

Join the OP's collaborative program coordinators (Avery & Ari) for a clinic at the OP Barn on May 20th to learn the process of proposing and planning an outing or event through our Redefining Outdoorsy Program. 

The UO Outdoor Programs Redefining Outdoorsy Program (RO) is designed to intentionally shift outdoor culture by highlighting and reducing barriers of entry to outdoor spaces, events, trips, and outings for those who identify in underrepresented groups in the outdoors and on campus. Our trips are designed to make an impact and support our community. If you are an indvisual or part of a group on campus (such as but not limited to NASU, LGBTQIA, BIPOC, etc) and want to learn more about how the RO program can get you or your group outside come to our RO Clinic! 

We'll cover the steps you need to take to ensure that your outing goes off without a hitch. We can't wait to get outside with you!

No sign-ups needed just show up! Pizza wil be provided! 

Who: UO students only

What: Redefining Outdoorsy Clinic

When: May 20th | 6 pm - 8 pm | Free

Where: At the OP Rental Barn off 18th and Univerity 

📅 Friday, May 22 | ⏰ 12–2 PM | 📍 Erb Memorial Union (by the O Desk) This week’s craft: paper marbling! Explore swirling colors and patterns to create marbled paper that’s one-of-a-kind. Perfect for cards, journals, or just a splash of creative fun! All supplies are provided. Freebie Friday – Drop In & Get Creative! Looking for a fun, free way to unwind and make something awesome? Freebie Friday is your chance to explore a new craft every week—totally free! No registration, no experience needed—just drop in, grab some supplies, and get creative.

Join us at our Ducks After Dark event where we will be showing "Ferris Bueller's Day Off." 

Doors open at 7:15pm, movie starts at 8:00 pm.

Free soda and popcorn

Description: A brash, cocky high school senior, tired of skipping school to spend a boring day at home, is determined to enjoy an epic day roaring around his favorite Chicago sites, enlisting his best friend and girlfriend to join him on the adventure.

More information on the movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091042/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_3_nm_5_in_0_q_ferris%20b

Rated: PG-13

As always, our events are FREE for UO students, just show your UOID. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled event! 

📅 Friday, May 29 | ⏰ 12–2 PM | 📍 Erb Memorial Union (by the O Desk) This week’s craft: mini canvas painting! Dive into painting on a tiny canvas! Try out bold colors, textures, or abstract ideas to make a small piece with a big impact. All supplies are provided. Freebie Friday – Drop In & Get Creative! Looking for a fun, free way to unwind and make something awesome? Freebie Friday is your chance to explore a new craft every week—totally free! No registration, no experience needed—just drop in, grab some supplies, and get creative.

Summer Workshop Registration Opens 📅 Monday, June 1st | ⏰ 12:00pm 📍 Register online at myemu.uoregon.edu  

Make this summer hands-on! Registration for Craft Center workshops opens at noon for UO students, faculty, staff, and community members.  

• Beginning Workshops – Perfect for trying something new during the summer break.

• Project-Based Workshops – Quick and fun sessions where you’ll finish with a ready-to-use creation.

• Continuing Workshops – Grow your skills with more advanced, multi-week classes.

• Seasonal Workshops – Summertime projects that fit the season’s relaxed and playful vibe.

Register early: Summer workshops are a great way to stay creative between terms! Workshop registration does not have a set end date. Registration remains open until a workshop is full, at which point you may add yourself to the waitlist.

Finals are coming...get some study kit supplies and some snacks to help make it through. Kits include sticky notes, pen, highlighter, snack, cocoa packet, and more.

As always, our events are FREE for UO students with UOID.

Calling all vocalists, musicians, and performers! Get ready to share your creativity and captivate the crowd at our Open Mic Night. It's your time to shine! ✨ Don't miss out on this opportunity to express yourself through music!

As always, our events are FREE for UO students. 

Sign up forms will be available on our Instagram account seven days prior to the event. https://www.instagram.com/uo.sab/

Dates: April 9 and June 4

📅 Friday, June 5 | ⏰ 12–2 PM | 📍 Erb Memorial Union (by the O Desk) This week’s craft: coloring! Relax and get creative with coloring sheets and supplies! Fill spaces with colors, patterns, and your imagination to make each design your own. All supplies are provided. Freebie Friday – Drop In & Get Creative! Looking for a fun, free way to unwind and make something awesome? Freebie Friday is your chance to explore a new craft every week—totally free! No registration, no experience needed—just drop in, grab some supplies, and get creative.