Profiles see more at uoalumni.com
Creating housing solutions through sustainable mass timber
Date: 1/14/2025
Mark Fretz, MArch, ’13 (architecture), is working to solve Oregon’s housing crisis through sustainable solutions.
Eugene's new mayor has strong UO ties
Date: 1/14/2025
Learn more about Kaarin Knudson's experience at Oregon, how she thrived as a student-athlete, and her journey to civic leadership.
UO alumni and friend authors to add to your 2025 reading list
Date: 1/14/2025
Discover eight books written by UO alumni to kick off a new year of reading.
Class Notes see more at uoalumni.com
In Memoriam see more at uoalumni.com
In Memoriam: Thomas Munkres (1943-2024)
Date: 11/7/2024
Thomas Munkres, BS ’81, had long-lasting ties with the University of Oregon, studying advanced mathematics, working in the Registrar’s Office, and earning a degree in Computer Science. He worked as an Information Technology Specialist at Oregon Judicial Department, Lane County, was an advocate for alternate transportation, a runner, bicyclist, and a walker. Fond memories of his kind nature and gentle humor will endure.
In Memoriam: Peter Buxtun (1939–2024)
Date: 9/23/2024
Peter Buxtun, BA ’59, was a former venereal disease investigator with the Public Health Service who exposed and helped end the Tuskegee syphilis study.
In Memoriam: Betty Miller Simonds (1933–2024)
Date: 7/29/2024
Betty Miller Simonds, BS '55, was proud to be an Oregon Duck, especially being a woman graduating from college in 1955. She was a member of the Tri Delta sorority and made many friends there. Betty was a lifetime Oregon Duck football fan, in their good or bad years!