The EMU Visual Arts Team welcomes UO Pre-Planning, Public Policy, and Management student Sergio B. Sanchez to the EMU Adell McMIllan Gallery. Sergio's "Santanero y Mexicano" exhibit will be on-view January through mid-February 2019 in the gallery.
Artist bio and statement:
Born in Anaheim, Sergio was raised in the city of Santa Ana, California, learning how to make the best of what he had and one of the things he picked up quickly was art. He started with block letters doing graffiti and shifted to more complex 3D pieces during elementary and middle school, and then to more old school and freestyle lettering in high school. Now, he has shifted into not only lettering, but also drawing out more detailed pieces to reflect on the good times and bad times of the Chicano lifestyle: the pride, the struggle, the love, the pain, and everything in-between.
“I never thought that art would take me this far or that I would even have the opportunity to have my own gallery one day because of my past with art. My middle school principle and vice-principle told me that I “would never make it with this kind of art” and to think about “taking some real art classes” and proceeded to suspend me for having sharpies and looking up graffiti on the school computers. No, I never took those “real art classes” because my art comes from the streets, not a classroom, and that’s real. That made me think that I never really wanted to do anything with art besides have it as a hobby until now. Realizing this, has made my art grow immensely in less than a year. I would like to take this back to my community and work with kids who have a passion for art, do murals around my city and other cities, create art festivals because street art, specifically Chicano Art, is something rich and crazy. This exhibition is named “Santanero y Mexicano” because of its dedication to my city, my culture, and the lifestyle of growing up as a Chicano in the city of Santa Ana in Southern Cali.”
The EMU Visual Arts Team welcomes UO alumnus Tyler Young to the Aperture Gallery.
Tyler completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Studies in the summer of '18. Tyler's "Hiking to The Enchantments, Washington" exhibit will be on-view through mid-January in the gallery.
Artist's statement: Hiking to The Enchantments, Washington
Selfishly cutting class for a cause greater than myself. I was involved in a campaign with the Cascadia Action Network, we wanted the REI Cooperative and outdoor brand to divest their money from the fossil fuel industry. We proposed a ballot measure concerning divestment to the board of directors at their annual meeting, we took photos, made videos, and held protests, even started a petition that gained thousands of signatures all with the help of a friendly lawyer. As members of the Cooperative, and outdoor enthusiasts, REI took us seriously. They knew we were their customer base, and maybe they were appeasing, or maybe they were genuinely interested in hearing our ideas and best practices of divestment. Either way, they invited us to come up to their flagship store in Seattle, all expenses paid. Instead of flying, we decided to drive an electric vehicle. We met with their CFO, Head of Marketing, and HR Lawyer, and talked about how corporate divestment can shift the environmental movement in a positive and ethical way. We also kindly asked them to stop green-washing their branding. They were receptive to our ideas, and maybe even considered using their money for good instead of helping fund the fossil fuel industry, I wouldn’t know. The meeting went well, but we were sure to take an extra day for a hike in The Enchantments to Lake Colchuck, Washington before we made our way back to Eugene. We love the outdoors, and we hope to remain members for life.
Enjoy.
@ TylerisYoung
To celebrate Bike Appreciation Week at the University of Oregon, PeaceHealth Rides Bike Share is partnering with the UO Bike Program to lead a special bike share ride for students, faculty and staff. We'll be riding as a group from the UO Bike Program to Sweet Life on Monroe for a special treat. The route will highlight fun destinations across town near bike share stations. We'll also cover basic bike safety and winter riding tips before heading out.
Attendees are encouraged to sign-up for a PeaceHealth Rides account prior to the event. Staff will be on site to support the sign-up process and access to the bike share bikes. The event ride time is free for all attendees. As a thank you for riding, we'll also treat everyone to a dessert at Sweet Life at the end of the route before returning to campus.
Ducks bike year round, but sometimes it takes a little motivation! Spend a week with the Bike Program for some winter-biking motivation and appreciation. Stop by for some warm drinks, tasty treats, bike repairs, handouts, and raffle prizes!
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday we will be handing out free bike lights, waterproof bike seat covers, and reflective stickers for your bike. Daily drawings include a waterproof jacket from Showers Pass, bike lights from Portland Design Works and Planet Bike, wheel lights from MonkeyElectric, and more.
We will be joined by UO Parking and Transportation, UOPD, PeaceHealth Rides Bike Share, and other campus biking groups. Ask us your winter biking questions and learn more about bike resources at the UO. This event is sponsored by the Duck Event Fund.
Bike Appreciation Week Schedule:
Monday 1/14
10 a.m. - noon
Free coffee, snacks, bike lights, bike repairs, and winter biking info outside the Bike Program in the EMU. Early bike repair DIY Workspace hours. Free.
Tuesday 1/15
10 a.m. - noon
Free coffee, snacks, bike lights, bike repairs, and winter biking info outside the Bike Program in the EMU. Early bike repair DIY Workspace hours. Free.
Wednesday 1/16
10 a.m. - noon
Free coffee, snacks, bike lights, bike repairs, and winter biking info outside the Bike Program in the EMU. Early bike repair DIY Workspace hours. Free.
Thursday 1/17
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Winterize Your Bike in the Bike Program in the EMU. Come put reflectives on your bike, helmet, or clothing, lubricate your bike chain, check your bike for winter riding efficiency, or make bike fenders out of recycled materials. Free.
Friday 1/18
1 - 3 p.m.
Join PeaceHealth Rides for a social bike ride. We will be leaving from the Bike Program in the EMU and riding through downtown to the Whiteaker where we will stop for a cupcake (on us) at Sweetlife. Free.
Join the OP for some cross country skiing by moonlight! During the trip we will find a comfortable spot to have cocoa under the stars and moon!
Sign up in the Outdoor Program Barn or the EMU Outdoor Program Office! After signing up you will need to attend a mandatory pre-trip on Thursday, January 17th at 6:00 p.m. at the Outdoor Program Barn. There you will be fitted for your skis and suit yourself up with our snow gear at no extra cost.
Trip cost is 35.00
Join Jared for day of skiing or snowboarding at Hoodoo. After an awesome day on the slopes you will head to Belknap hot springs for a relaxing dip, this will be followed with dinner at the Obsidian Grill. Get in on the lowest group rates out there and ski/board your heart out.
Cost: $43 ticket, ~$10 gas, $18 rentals, $12 lessons, $8 hotspring, dinner $ ?
Mandatory pre-trip: 4:30pm Thursday 1/16 at the OP EMU
Volunteer with Oregon Adaptive Sports and help folks with disabilities learn to ski! Come into the OP to learn more!
This is Disciples of Dirt most popular event of the year and is officially the largest free mountain bike event in the Northwest.
All Comers Meet (ACM) is an all-abilities social moutain bike ride and party—it is not a race. Folks will meet around 9:45 am, break into ride groups according to pace/skill level and head out for a fun day of cruising the Carpenter Bypass trail network. Afterwards everyone gathers back at the South Parking area (the new one, south of the Pile) to eat, drink, win cool prizes, and enjoy the warmth of the bonfire.
Date: Sunday, January 20th
Time: 9:30 am- 3:30 pm
Location: Caprenters Bypass (BLM-20-5-14.1, Lorane, Oregon 97451)
Cost: Free
Gear: You will need to bring your own bike or rent one from a local bike shop if you would like to ride at this event.
Transportation: This is not an Outdoor & Bike Program event, it is hosted by the local mountain bike group Disciples of Dirt. We do not have a van going to the event, however we wanted to let members know it was happening!
The Student Sustainability Center is working with Food for Lane County to operate a Trillium Produce Plus site, bringing fresh produce to students who need it. The Produce Drops are like a pop-up farmer’s markets, but everything is free to eligible students and their families. There’s no enrollment or sign-up. Just come and fill a bag with what you need.
A bike maintenance class geared towards those who identify as female, trans, femme and non-binary! This hands on, 3-session, course will teach you the basics of bike maintenance. You will learn how to assess and maintain your bike and keep it on the road.
This class strive to facilitate a learning environment that is accessible, welcoming and safe to those who may feel uncomfortable, unwelcome, or excluded from bike culture, bike shops, and bike mechanics. Taught by UO Bike Mechanic Becca Perrin.
Date: Tuesdays January 29, February 5 and 12
Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Location: UO Bike Program, EMU Room 008
Cost: $20 for the 3-session class for students and OP/BP members*
Registration: Pre-resigter at the UO Bike Program, EMU Room 008
The Outdoor & Bike Program is a student program, if you are a community member, staff, or faculty you will need to purchase a membership in order to attend events or classes. $25/year or $5/day. If you do not have a UO ID card, you will need to purchase a one-time $10 UO Community Card. Questions? Email bikes@uoregon.edu.