Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Bill Bradury took the time to visit local businesses in the Whiteaker area on March 3. Bradbury's first stop was at El Pinche Taco from 4:15-5:15 p.m. where he met with members of the Lane County Latino community. Members from St.
Social activist Tom Hayden and two others spoke during the third annual Lane Peace Conference last Friday. The speakers suggested new ways for activists to pursue their agendas. The Lane Peace Center hosted the event in the Center for Meeting and Learning where speakers covered topics on militarism concerning gender, Pakistan and imperialism.
Oregon's 362 miles of coastline will be packed with people from all over the state on March 20 for the annual Stop Oregon Litter and Vandalism beach cleanup. Sigma Zeta, LCC's chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, is gathering from March 19-21 for a regional retreat at the Park Motel near Florence to participate in the event.
A newly ratified club on campus gives jugglers, tumblers and fire dancers a place to hone their skills. This recently formed activity-based club already has between seven to 15 members and is looking for people "who want to stop by and play," circus club organizer and founder Lora Nichols said.
Students marched through Main Campus on March 8, rallying for the closure of the Boardman coal plant in Portland. The plant is run by Portland General Electric and has been the topic of a lengthy debate between the utility company, state legislators and environmental activists.
International students can find opportunities to improve their English language skills in the English Conversation Partner Program at LCC. ECPP Coordinator Beth Schenderlein says the program is "an opportunity for international students to practice their English in a non-threatening environment with a peer.
Smile! Group bus pass photos to take place March 29-31 Students or staff taking Spring credit classes on the Main Campus or at the Downtown Center are eligible for an LCC bus pass usable the entire term. Pictures for the passes will be taken in Building 19, Room 117 on March 29-31 from 8 a.