Author Archives: Ashley Brandt

Housing Assignments for Incoming Students

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

They’re out! We had originally planned to send out housing assignments during the first week of August, but when assignments were finalized ahead of schedule we couldn’t think of a good reason to keep you waiting. So, first year and … finish reading Housing Assignments for Incoming Students

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Sequoia’s Trip to the Painted Hills

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

Last weekend, Sequoia ventured East to explore the Painted Hills! After a close encounter with private property rights, we finally arrived at the John Day beds. The Painted Hills are named after the colorful layers of its hills corresponding to … finish reading Sequoia’s Trip to the Painted Hills

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Bal-Folk Was Bananas

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

The German and French Language Houses collaborated on the Spring Bal-Folk Event which took place on April 19th in the Quad. We provided some authentic German cuisine in the form of Otto’s Sausages, bayerischer Kartoffelsalat (Bavarian Potato Salad), a selection … finish reading Bal-Folk Was Bananas

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Sullivan Gets Informed

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

This semester, residents of Sullivan 2 have become strangely aware of the goings-on inside and outside of the Reed Bubble. As it turns out, Reedies tend to forget that there’s anything but the dorm, the library, and Commons. To remedy … finish reading Sullivan Gets Informed

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Reminder: summer housing applications are due tomorrow, April 25th, by 5pm

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

The summer housing application can be accessed through the housing portal. Students will be informed of their application status via email by May 2nd, and if accepted into summer housing must confirm their acceptance with our office by May 9th. … finish reading Reminder: summer housing applications are due tomorrow, April 25th, by 5pm

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Old Dorm Block gets BAKED: Pottery and Pastries!

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

Alaïa and I, both HAs in Old Dorm Blocks, brought our dormies on a day trip to the Pearl district downtown. After a quick drive across the river, our first stop was the Museum of Contemporary Craft. On display was This … finish reading Old Dorm Block gets BAKED: Pottery and Pastries!

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Portland: Essential Day Trips

Posted on March 11, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

With spring break just around the corner and fair weather theoretically in our future, it’s time to start thinking about taking advantage of the Pacific Northwest’s best natural features. Whether you’re a senior taking your final spring break or a … finish reading Portland: Essential Day Trips

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Rose City Yarn Crawl: Unravel Portland

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

In “Portland Would” news, the fifth annual Rose City Yarn Crawl is underway this weekend! During the next four days fiber enthusiasts (“knitters, crocheters, spinners, and felters”) will disperse throughout the city to check out eighteen separate yarn and craft stores … finish reading Rose City Yarn Crawl: Unravel Portland

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Shanghaiers, Saloons & Skullduggery: A Walking Tour of Portland’s Sinful Past

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

A 21+ event with a bit of an academic twist: Doug Kenck-Crispin, historian for orhistory.com, will be hosting a walking tour of the Portland of yesteryear this Saturday. Before Portland was branded as “quirky” by the Independent Film Channel, it had … finish reading Shanghaiers, Saloons & Skullduggery: A Walking Tour of Portland’s Sinful Past

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Stay Calm! It’s Only Snowing

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Ashley Brandt

It’s flurrying in Portland today, which means that all the Southern California transplants and Portland natives are in a state of awe and/or panic. If you’re from the Northeast or the Midwest then you already know the drill, but since … finish reading Stay Calm! It’s Only Snowing

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