Upcoming Events
September 2026
Building Community: Exploring Eugene’s Murals
7:00 a.m.Sep
28
7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.
Celebrate the murals of Eugene with this exhibit featuring the City of Eugene's 20x21EUG Mural Project and Urban Canvas murals. The purpose of the exhibit is to create opportunities for UO students to learn about and engage with the city of Eugene and the greater Eugene community. https://www.eugene-or.gov/4636/Murals
The Ducks in Downtown section will of the display will be photos from you, out in town seeing the wonderful art.
Send in a photo with a Eugene mural to be a part of the exhibit and a chance to win a prize pack! Email a selfie of you with a Eugene mural to mcmillangallery@uoregon.edu. The submissions will be accepted starting September 15. Prizes drawing will be Friday of week 5 and week 10. To have your picture displayed in the gallery exhibit, you must sign a model release form. more information on our instagram https://www.instagram.com/uomcmillangallery/ or email us. Only photos on display at the date of the drawing will be entered into the raffle. All are welcome to submit photos for the gallery, but only UO students are eligible to be entered into the raffle.
Reception October 13 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. free refreshments, open to all
Calendar entry image of mural by AIKO (Japan/USA) Reflection
Bingo
6:00 p.m.Sep
28
6:00–7:30 p.m.
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.
Tuesday Treats
noonSep
29
noon
Satisfy your sweet tooth every Tuesday at the University of Oregon's "Tuesday Treats" featuring different flavors of cookies. 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.
Trivia in the EMU
6:00 p.m.Sep
30
6:00–7:30 p.m.
🎉 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
October 2026
Cupcakes and Calendars
1:00 p.m.Oct
1
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Join us at the EMU O Desk for a cupcake and a calendar courtesy of SAB! Learn about our events, meet people, and walk away with a calendar of all our events for Fall term. Show up early as supplies are limited!
As always, our events are FREE for UO students.
Near the EMU O Desk.
Craft Center: Freebie Friday
noonOct
2
noon
Freebie Friday – Drop In & Get Creative! Join the UO Craft Center every Friday from 12pm–2pm by the O Desk in the Erb Memorial Union, for a free weekly craft! No registration or experience needed. Just drop in, grab some supplies, and get creative. All supplies are provided. Fall Term Crafts:
- October 2: Washi Tape Bookmarks
- October 9: Acrylic Painting on Mini Canvas
- October 16: Collage
- October 23: Button Making
- October 30: Halloween Activities with Center for Student Involvement and the Student Activities Board
- November 6: Block Printing
- November 13: Embroidery
- November 20: Pamphlet Bookbinding
- November 27: No Freebie Friday
- December 4: Mini Photo Frame
The UO Craft Center is a recreational makerspace located on the Ground Floor of Erb Memorial Union. We offer a variety of studios, workshops, and open studio opportunities where students, faculty, staff, and community members can learn new skills, make things, and connect with others. Learn more at craftcenter.uoregon.edu.
The Sunday Morning Hangover with Reverend Marc Time
10:00 a.m.Oct
4
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join us ever Sunday morning at 10am for The Sunday Morning Hangover with the Reverend Marc Time, playing a mix of eclectic retro, bizarre children's music, lounge, humor and talk.
To see playlists from past shows: https://spinitron.com/KWVA/show/140943/The-Sunday-Morning-Hangover
Surprise Pop-Up
1:00 p.m.Oct
8
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Like surprises? Join us at the EMU O Desk every other Thursday to pick up a free surprise goodie courtesy of SAB! Learn about our events, meet people, and walk away with a free mystery item. Show up early as supplies are limited!
As always, our events are FREE for UO students.
Near the EMU O Desk.
Fall Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8
Ducks After Dark: Obsession
7:15 p.m.Oct
8
7:15–10:45 p.m.
What will you wish for? Join us on Oct. 8th in the EMU Redwood Auditorium to watch Obsession, with free prop replicas, popcorn, and soda for your enjoyment!
Doors open at 7:15pm, movie starts at 8:00 pm. make sure to come early before we reach capacity!
Description: After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price.
More information on the movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37287335/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1_tt_7_nm_0_in_0_q_obse
Rated: R
As always, our events are FREE for UO students, just show your UOID. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled event!
Reception for Exhibit-Building Community: Exploring Eugene’s Murals
5:30 p.m.Oct
13
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the murals of Eugene with this exhibit featuring the City of Eugene's 20x21EUG Mural Project and Urban Canvas murals. The purpose of the exhibit is to create opportunities for UO students to learn about and engage with the city of Eugene and the greater Eugene community.
Checkout the Ducks in Downtown section, a display of photos from you, out in town seeing the wonderful art.
free refreshments, open to all
Information on submitting a photo. Send in a photo with a Eugene mural to be a part of the exhibit and a chance to win a prize pack! Email a selfie of you with a Eugene mural to mcmillangallery@uoregon.edu. The submissions will be accepted starting September 15. Prizes drawing will be Friday of week 5 and week 10. To have your picture displayed in the gallery exhibit, you must sign a model release form. more information on our instagram https://www.instagram.com/uomcmillangallery/ or email us. Only photos on display at the date of the drawing will be entered into the raffle. All are welcome to submit photos for the gallery, but only UO students are eligible to be entered into the raffle.
Calendar entry image of mural by AIKO (Japan/USA) Reflection
Sound Lounge: Open Mic Night
6:30 p.m.Oct
13
6:30–9:30 p.m.
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:October 13 and December 3
Your Future in Sustainability (Career Panel + Networking)
4:00 p.m.Oct
20
4:00–6:30 p.m.
Curious about careers in sustainability, the environment, or climate solutions? Join us for Your Future in Sustainability, a FREE career exploration and networking event designed to help you connect with professionals working across the environmental and sustainability field.
Whether you’re interested in conservation, climate solutions, environmental science, policy, consulting, GIS, communications, or other sustainability-related career paths, this event is a chance to learn what careers in the field actually look like and how you can get there.
Come for either or both events! All are welcome!
- Industry Insights Panel | 4:00–5:00 p.m. Hear from professionals and alumni about their career journeys, industry trends, the skills employers are looking for, and how they got started in the field.
- Small-Group Networking | 5:00–6:30 p.m. Connect directly with professionals in a casual setting. Rotate between conversations, ask questions, learn about different career paths, and get advice about internships, jobs, fellowships, and other opportunities. FREE FOOD!
Employers include:
- Bring
- Nearbynature
- Wild Rockies Field Institute
- Northwest Youth Corps
- Cascade Raptor Center
- AND MORE COMING SOON!
You don’t need to have a specific career path figured out to attend. Whether you’re exploring sustainability for the first time, looking for an internship or job, or already planning a career in the environmental field, you’ll have the opportunity to make connections and learn from people working in the industry.
Come with questions, curiosity, and your future in mind.
Ducks After Dark: Project Hail Mary
6:30 p.m.Oct
22
6:30–10:45 p.m.
Join us on Oct. 22nd in the EMU Redwood Auditorium to watch Project Hail Mary, a critically acclaimed science-fiction hit. Free popcorn and soda!
Experience a pre-show moon viewing on the EMU green from 6:30-7:45pm with an amazing lunar telescope!!
Doors open at 7:15pm, movie starts at 8:00 pm. make sure to come early before we reach capacity!
Description: A science teacher wakes up alone on a spaceship. As his memory returns, he uncovers a mission to stop a mysterious substance killing Earth's sun, and realizes that an unexpected friendship may be the key.
More information on the movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12042730/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_project%20h
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!
Craft Center: the Studio Sale
10:00 a.m.Oct
23
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Studio Sale 📅 Friday, October 23 | ⏰ 10AM–12PM | 📍 UO Craft Center, EMU Ground Floor
Stop by the Craft Center Studio Sale October 23 to shop a curated collection of handcrafted items made through workshop demonstrations and sample projects at the UO Craft Center. Shop unique, one-of-a-kind pieces while supporting Craft Center programs, equipment, and opportunities for students.
The Craft Center is a recreational makerspace in Erb Memorial Union offering spaces, equipment, and programs for creative exploration in ceramics, glass, jewelry and metalsmithing, fibers, printmaking, painting and drawing, photography, woodshop, welding and fabrication, and more. To learn more about the Craft Center, visit craftcenter.uoregon.edu.
Pumpkin Painting
11:00 a.m.Oct
29
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween by joining us on Oct. 29th, starting at 11am at the O-Desk (EMU) to grab a free mini pumpkin to paint. Supplies are limited, so come early!
As always, our events are FREE for UO students.
Near the EMU O Desk.
Trick or Treat in the EMU: Hosted by Student Activities Board
11:00 a.m.Oct
30
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Tick or treat time - costumes encouraged but not required!
Join us for a fun time in exploring the EMU while you visit different centers for treats. Bring a friend or three!
Get a list of participating programs and offices by the EMU O Desk.
Follow @uo.sab to stay updated with the marathon lineup. We hope to see you there!
November 2026
Ducks After Dark: Shrek
7:15 p.m.Nov
5
7:15–10:30 p.m.
*Hey now, you're an All-Star, get your green on, come hang*
Join us on Nov. 5th in the EMU Redwood Auditorium to watch Shrek!! Celebrate its 25-year anniversary with free popcorn and soda for your enjoyment!
Doors open at 7:15pm, movie starts at 8:00 pm. make sure to come early before we reach capacity!
Description: A mean lord exiles fairytale creatures to the swamp of a grumpy ogre, who must go on a quest and rescue a princess for the lord in order to get his land back.
More information on the movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0126029/?ref_=fn_i_1
Rated: PG
As always, our events are FREE for UO students, just show your UOID. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled event!
Craft Center: Lonely Craft Sale
10:00 a.m.Nov
13
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Lonely Craft Sale 📅 Friday, November 13 | ⏰ 10AM–12PM | 📍 UO Craft Center, EMU Ground Floor
Give a lonely craft a new home! The Craft Center Lonely Craft Sale features abandoned, unfinished, and left-behind craft projects from our studios. These pieces were started by makers at the Craft Center but, for one reason or another, never made it home. Now they're looking for someone new to finish, repurpose, display, or simply give them a little love. Shop one-of-a-kind projects, give an abandoned craft a second chance, and support Craft Center programs, equipment, and student opportunities. No Winter Lonely Craft Sale: We will not be having a Winter Lonely Craft Sale this year. If you miss this one, we'll see you in the spring on April 30 for the Spring Lonely Craft Sale! The UO Craft Center is a recreational makerspace in Erb Memorial Union where students, faculty, staff, and community members can explore a variety of creative practices, including ceramics, glass, jewelry and metalsmithing, fibers, printmaking, painting and drawing, photography, woodshop, welding and fabrication, and more. For more information on the Craft Center, visit craftcenter.uoregon.edu.
Fall Career Closet: Free Interview-Ready Outfits
noonNov
17
noon
Make a first impression that reflects your awesomeness! Do you need an outfit to wow your interviewers? Pop in to our Pop-Up Career Closet and curate a FREE interview-ready outfit that will give you the confidence to crush your next interview.
Tuesday, November 17, from noon-3pm in the EMU Crater Lake Room (next to Panda Express) at NO COST to you! hosted by the University Career Center + UO Student Sustainability Center.
Browse through new or gently used business casual & business professional clothes like: blazers, slacks, suits, dresses, polos, button-ups, skirts, ties, belts, and anything else you might want to wear to a job interview! A variety of styles and sizes to choose from! Check out the UCC's "Dress The Part" Boards on Pinterest to see what kinds of office style vibes you might want to shop for!
Not sure what to pick? We'll have volunteers around who can help you pick styles that reflect your individuality and the industry you're wanting to break into.
Want to volunteer at the pop-up? Reach out to career@uoregon.edu for more info!
Want to donate clothes? Career Closet Donation Bins can be found in Oct/Nov at
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University Career Center: Tykeson Hall Garden Level 050
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Student Sustainability Center: EMU Room 005
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Ford Alumni Center: Front Desk (1st floor) 1720 E. 13th Ave
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Lillis: Main Entrance
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HEDCO Education: Main Entrance
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OTHER: Want to organize a mini-drive and have someone pick it up from your business in Eugene/Springfield no less than 2 weeks prior to the event? career@uoregon.edu to make a plan!
Want to give $ to support this initiative? Go to UO Giving under Designations, select "I want to give to other" and write in Career Center fund (#4359) and include "Clothing" in the comments before you move on to payment! These funds will help us with additional resources to help make this event successful.
Ducks After Dark:
7:15 p.m.Nov
19
7:15–10:45 p.m.
Swing into the EMU Redwood on Nov. 19th to watch Spiderman: Brand New Day with free popcorn and soda for your enjoyment!!
Doors open at 7:15pm, movie starts at 8:00 pm. make sure to come early before we reach capacity!
Description: A forgotten Peter Parker lives alone as a full-time Spider-Man until mounting pressure triggers a dangerous change and a powerful new enemy emerges.
More information on the movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22084616/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_spider-
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!
December 2026
Study Kit Giveaway
noonDec
3
noon
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.