The BIG Read honors and celebrates neurodivergence by sharing the stories of neurodivergent individuals in an exhibit from April 3-May 3 in the Heritage Hall lounge.
The 2026 Student Art show runs April 10-May 8 in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. An opening exhibit reception will be held from 6-8 p.m. on April 10.
Students in the skilled trades programs and graduating tradespeople can get discounts on gear during the Tool Expo. Vendors in attendance include: Mac Tools; Matco Tools; Napa Auto; OEMeyer; Snap-On; and Tekton. Sonic Tools and Fleetpride will have information available.
Jeremy Meier, chair of Fine and Performing Arts, will share a free preview of his one-man show, “Toward Splendid Misery,” which presents Thomas Jefferson reflecting upon the American Revolution and the writing of the Declaration of Independence. Sampling from portions of the show, the presentation will be part performance and part discussion, as Meier talks about the research, writing and acting components.
Join us for a DIY Bath Bomb Workshop and learn the satisfying, simple science behind creating your own luxurious, fragrant fizzies from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Thursday, April 23 in College Hall 153. All ingredients will be supplied, including baking soda, citric acid, essential oils and bolds. Take home your creations for a relaxing spa experience.
Join us as next year’s BIG Read theme is revealed and stay for a movie double feature and an engaging conversation to kick things off. This event is more than just an announcement; it’s your first glimpse into the ideas, questions, and conversations that will shape our campus experience in the coming year. Through film and dialogue, we’ll begin exploring the themes that will connect our community across classrooms, events, and shared reading.
The Accent on the Arts free concert series welcomes Chloe and the Steel Strings to the Center for Fine and Performing Arts theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 23.
End the semester with some well-intentioned and well-deserved relaxation at the De-Stress Sesh from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28 in College Hall Lounge. Sign up for a soothing guided meditation, refreshing teas and dedicated stations featuring chair massages and reflexology to melt away stress. Plus, you can participate in a small, relaxing craft activity to gently refocus your mind.
The Owens Pop Music Ensemble, directed by Eric Wallack, will perform at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28 in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Theatre. Experience our high-energy ensemble performing iconic hits across the decades, brought to life by our talented student performers with style, passion and unforgettable sound. Admission is free.
The Oregon Road Film Series will award the films created during the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 film challenges.