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United Academics at UO: new donation, measure 97, federal higher ed policy

by Michael Dreiling, President At the University of Oregon, we are learning more about the $500 million gift from Phil and Penny Knight. The vision for a new Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact builds on key research strengths in the life sciences and holds the promise to enhance collaboration with OHSU and OSU. We think this is a good day for the University of Oregon and higher education in Oregon.   We also recognize that this gift does not address the underlying fiscal weaknesses for universities across Oregon that result from two decades of state disinvestment. For this reason, we still need…

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Measure 97: Now Is the Time!

by Margaret Butler, Executive Director Yesterday was the deadline to register to vote in Oregon, which means ballots get mailed — and people can start voting — today! With Election Day getting closer and closer, every conversation we have with voters about Measure 97 becomes increasingly important. People all around the state are getting inundated with messages from trustworthy sources and... not-so-trustworthy sources. When we have real conversations with voters about Measure 97 and why we need to hold big corporations accountable, we garner support that will allow us to build a better Oregon. Every conversation counts, and the Yes…

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