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University of Oregon - Local Atmosphere - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

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Points of Interest
  • Hult Center for the Performing Arts
  • Pacific Coast
  • Saturday Market
  • Willamette Pass Ski Resort

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The beauty of Eugene is that it’s suited to fit any interests, from big-town business to small-town suburbia; it also happens to be an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Eugene offers the feel of a big city without the hassle of traffic on an eight-lane freeway. It’s in a location that places you an hour from the Cascade Mountain Range or an hour from the Pacific Coast, and it sports beautiful, picturesque views all around. The town offers a laid-back atmosphere, but politics can cause community uproar. With a big percentage of the population classified as decidedly liberal, Eugene is unlike any other city.

Eugene has two prominent characteristics: the outdoors, and the sheer volume of caffeine that flows through the city like a river. You will never travel more than a block to find a coffee shop, and if you don’t like caffeine, you’ll be part of a small minority. Despite the high tension this fixation tends to cause, however, Eugene has a very laid-back, relaxed atmosphere. From time to time you will run into the occasional “hippie,” but that’s the beauty of Eugene—you never know what you will see next.

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Local Atmosphere at University of Oregon

Miroiter

'16

Interior Architecture

2.7
C+

Quaint Shopping

As far as I've experienced, shopping isn't too great in Eugene. There are a few cute thrift shops downtown, but they're a little pricey. The two malls in the area aren't very helpful (I usually shop at Forever 21 and Wet Seal, and they have neither) but at least they're easily accessible by the emx. One of my favorite shopping places is the Saturday Market, where you can buy handmade crafts, food, and locally grown produce. It's definitely worth a few visits. The people who run the booths are always so nice!

Jan 07, 2012

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Local Atmosphere at University of Oregon

ktpsokker4

'15

Neuroscience and Neurobiology

4.2
A-

Local Atmosphere

Eugene is a great town full of quirky and unique people and things to do if you know where to look. 13th Ave is the main place for fun shops and restaurants and runs right through campus. A couple times during the year they even do street fairs along 13th. A bike is a necessity for getting around on and off campus, especially since parking is horrible. There are lots of hippies and liberals which I love, but Eugene is certainly not for everyone.

Dec 27, 2011

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Local Atmosphere at University of Oregon

rrhodes

'15

International Studies

4.6
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Friendly Faces

Eugene, Oregon is one of most unique cities one could live. The eclectic style displayed, not only on campus but by the locals, always keeps a walk down the street exciting. Between local plays, the Saturday market in the fall, and the abundance of outdoor recreational activities this town is always able to provide unforgettable and exceptional experiences to both its locals and visitors.

Nov 10, 2011

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Hayward Field Right smack-dab in the middle of campus, in between dining halls and the dorms is a great place to work out and if you're lucky, Puddles, the mascot, will be walking around!
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Facts

Shopping Centers
  • Gateway Mall
  • Valley River Center
Major Sports Teams Eugene Emeralds: minor league baseball
City Web Sites
Distances to Nearest Major Cities
  • Portland: OR: 2 hours
  • Seattle: WA: 5 hours
Did You Know?

Five Fun Facts about Eugene:
• Sunset magazine has named Eugene one of the five top college towns in the West, and Cosmopolitan called Eugene one of the eight great college towns in the nation.
• Lane County is home to 73 recreational sites, and Eugene is a huge city for bicycling.
• 1959 graduate Phil Knight and 24-year Track and Field head coach Bill Bowerman founded Nike in Eugene.
• Money magazine rated Eugene-Springfield among the best six U.S. cities in which to live.
• Oregon and New Jersey are the only states without self-service gas stations.

Famous People from UO:
Edwin Artzt – Former CEO, Procter and Gamble Co.
Ann Bancroft – Explorer, first woman to cross the North and South Poles
Ann Curry – News anchor, NBC Today Show
Ken Kesey – Author, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
Phil Knight – Founder and CEO, Nike, Inc.
Steve Perry – Lead singer of the Cherry Poppin' Daddies
Steve Prefontaine – International track star
Ahmad Rashad – NFL Hall of Famer and NBC Sports commentator
Dan Wieden – President, Weiden & Kennedy Advertising

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Cinemark Movies 12
2850 Gateway St
Springfield
(541) 741-1231

Regal Cinemas 15
1087 Valley River Center
Eugene
(541) 342-6536

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