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Fun Local Trivia
  1. Amy Tan, author of The Joy Luck Club, was a former student at Linfield College.
  2. Linfield is one of the oldest colleges in the Pacific Northwest, founded in 1858.
  3. The Evergreen Aviation Museum, located in McMinnville, is home of the "Spruce Goose," a plane designed by Howard Hughes and a team of engineers.
  4. On May 11, 1950, Mr. and Mrs. Trent took photos near McGinnville, of what they believed to be a UFO; the photos later appeared in Life Magazine. Fifty years later, after much investigation, the photos still remain a mystery. There is an annual UFO Festival in McMinnville. The festival honors the Trent couple, whose photographs are supposed to be some of the most credible photos to date.
  5. Homer and Marge Simpson were based on the names of "The Simpsons" creator Matt Groening's parents, who attended Linfield College.
Local Slang
  • The Coast: Refers to the Oregon coastline
  • The Couv: Vancouver
  • Hard A: Liquor, alcohol
  • Legit: Legitimate, cool
  • Mac: McMinnville
  • PDX: Portland International Airport
  • Peace out: To leave or say goodbye
  • Pop: Soda
  • P-Town: Portland
  • Third Street: Refers to historic downtown McMinnville
Points of Interest
  • Evergreen Aviation Museum
  • Oregon coast
  • Willamette Valley wineries

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McMinnville can be described as "quaint and cute," but many say that there isn't very much to do. The town is located in the heart of Willamette Valley's wine country, midway between the coast and Portland. If you have a car or can catch a ride with friends, then there are plenty of things to do in the Portland area. If you don't have a car, the campus is within walking distance from the main part of town, with shops, movie theaters, and restaurants to explore. Students agree that there are always plenty of things to do on campus, through the Linfield Activities Board. They sponsor trips and bring musicians, comedians, and movies to campus. Also, other universities such as Willamette University, Western Oregon, and George Fox are nearby, so students can attend each other's events.

McMinnville has a central location to Portland, which is 30 miles away. The downtown historic district of Portland has 100 commercial buildings and was recently revitalized. Because Portland is one of the greenest cities in America, there are plenty of do-it-yourself (DIY) things to do in the area, including drop-in sewing studios and gardens. Plus, Portland is a mecca for indie rock, with the likes of the late Elliott Smith getting his start here.

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Local Atmosphere at Linfield College

KCD2

Biology and Biological Sciences '13

4.6
A

Quaint and Pretty

McMinnville and the Linfield campus are very pretty and well kept. The main part of historic McMinnville is very warm and adorable. It is the main part of McMinnville to enjoy. There is an aviation museum and water park close by as well. The Evergreen aviation museum has an amazing collection including the Spruce Goose!

Apr 15, 2012

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chertel

Clinical Psychology and Counseling '15

4.6
A

Pleasant in General With Plenty to Do.

Linfield College is located in McMinnville, Oregon, a pleasant small town with plenty to do just a short walk away from the college. Downtown McMinnville is a generally mellow, relaxed place, though it offers plenty to do, from restaurants to bookstores to music shops. The college itself is small and personal, with many different classes and extracurricular activities, giving students the opportunity to explore their interests.

Jan 07, 2012

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HARLEY15

Nursing Assistant '15

2.7
C+

Friendly, Professional and Personable

Great small town atmosphere. Local merchants provide discounts to college students. Professors develop first name relationships with students and become personal mentors. Campus is small with a historical setting.

Dec 20, 2011

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Facts

Shopping Centers
  • Tanger Outlet Center
  • Woodburn Company Stores
Major Sports Teams Portland Trail Blazers: NBA
Distances to Nearest Major Cities Portland: OR: 1 hour

Movie TheatersWhat's This?

99W Drive-In Theatre
3110 Portland Rd.
Newberg
(503) 538-2738

Gallery Theater
210 N. Ford St.
McMinnville
(503) 472-2227

McMinnville Cinema 10
300 NE Norton Lane
McMinnville
(503) 472-2627

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