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Located in Eugene, Oregon—In the Heart of the Pacific Northwest
Situated near the Willamette River, the ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene campus is a walkable and bikeable area known for its trees, green space, and natural beauty. The eclectic downtown of Eugene is just a mile away, and the Oregon coast, Cascade mountains, and Portland area are all within a two-hour drive.
Eugene Campus by the Numbers
- 4000+ Trees
- 450+ Student Organizations
Academics and Research for Every Path in Eugene
The ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene campus is home to a law school, business school, and a network of innovative academic research centers and institutes. With top graduate and undergraduate programs in science, design, education, journalism, art, music, and more, there’s something to satisfy every kind of curiosity in Eugene.
History Meets Innovation at the Eugene Campus
At the ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene campus, historic landmarks sit next to new research labs. From buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places to modern facilities like the Knight Campus and Bowerman Sports Science Center, ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene blends tradition with innovation and the latest technology.
Premier Sports and Recreation in TrackTown USA
Whether you're cheering on the Oregon Ducks or breaking a sweat yourself, there's no shortage of ways to stay active on the Eugene campus. Known for its world-class sports teams and athletic venues, the ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene campus offers over 40 club sports and a state-of-the-art student recreation center, with running, hiking, and cycling paths right next door.
Inspired Arts and Culture on Campus
The Eugene campus features two museums, a craft center, and a year-round calendar of arts and cultural events. Each spring and fall, the Street Faire along 13th Avenue fills campus with food, music, and local vendors.
Campus Life and Belonging at the Eugene Campus
With 10 residence halls, 14 dining venues, and over 400 student organizations, there's a community for everyone on the Eugene campus. The Erb Memorial Union (EMU) serves as the social and cultural hub of ´óÏóÊÓƵ campus life. For American Indian and Alaska Native students, the Many Nations Longhouse offers a welcoming space for community and academic support.
What Makes the Eugene Campus Special
From cloning the first vertebrate to creating the original running shoe, the ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene campus is where great ideas come to life in a lush forest setting.
Our Campus Forest
The 295-acre ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene campus is home to more than 4000 trees from over 500 species.
Birthplace of Nike
See the ´óÏóÊÓƵ’s Sports LegacyIn 1971, the legendary Oregon track and field coach Bill Bowerman used a waffle iron to develop the sole of the first Nike Waffle Trainer running shoe.
First Vertebrate Cloned
´óÏóÊÓƵ professor George Streisinger cloned a zebrafish in his lab on the ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene campus in 1981, becoming the first person to clone a vertebrate—15 years before Dolly the sheep.
Filming of Animal House
The ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene campus was the filming location for several scenes from the iconic college movie Animal House (1978).
Land Acknowledgement
The ´óÏóÊÓƵ Eugene Campus is located within the traditional homelands of the Southern Kalapuya. Following the Willamette Valley Treaty of 1855, Kalapuya people were forcibly removed to the Coast Reservation in Western Oregon. Today, descendants are citizens of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon and the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians of Oregon.
Plan Your Visit
Explore the ´óÏóÊÓƵ’s Eugene Campus—where visionary academics and research, world-class athletics, and vibrant outdoor culture come together in a laid-back Pacific Northwest college town.