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.
GCR Blog
White House releases FY2026 “skinny budget” with significant cuts to science and research
On May 2, 2025, the White House released the Administration’s FY2026 President’s Initial Budget Request (PBR), or “skinny budget.” The $1.691 trillion request includes $1.011 trillion in total discretionary defense spending and $601 billion in total non-defense discretionary spending, including resources made available through reconciliation and other emergency funding.
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Community Relations
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 above 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
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.