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Strengthening Relationships

We coordinate the University of Oregon's legislative and advocacy efforts at the federal, state, and local levels. We build and strengthen relationships with the UO's constituencies and encourage investment in and support for the university, its programs, and its initiatives.

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GCR Blog

The Duck, President Karl Scholz, and several UO Advocates meet with Oregon House Majority Leader Ben Bowman in his office.

The UO is named an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University

In recognition of its strong commitment to economic engagement, the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities has designated the University of Oregon as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University.The national designation recognizes public research universities that collaborate with public and private sector partners in their states and regions to support economic development through activities that include innovation and entrepreneurship, technology transfer, talent and workforce development, and community development.

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Community Relations

Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson speaks to an audience at the University of Oregon.

UO Community Connection

Community Relations focuses on building strong, lasting relationships between the UO, neighbors, and local governments through proactive communication and engagement. Check out the latest UO Community Connection newsletter for updates on events and activities near campus, and visit our Community Relations page to learn more about current projects and resources available to our neighbors.

UO Advocates

Students hold signs and advocate for the Public University Support Fund

UO Advocates: Join Us!

University of Oregon supporters have an effective way to engage with federal, state, and local elected officials about legislation that affects the university and students. UO Advocates is a one-stop-shop digital tool alumni and all fans of the UO across the state and nation can use to take action and ask elected officials to support the work the UO does to serve people and create tomorrow’s leaders.