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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.

2025 Oregon Legislative Session Recap: Modest Gains, Major Needs Unmet for Higher Education

The Oregon Legislature adjourned its 2025 session on June 27, marking the end of a challenging six months underscored by difficult funding decisions and uncertainty at the federal level. Here’s a look at what the session delivered, where it fell short, and what it means for Oregon’s students and communities.

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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.