Author Archives: Ashley Brandt

Important Dates for Spring Semester

Paideia drew to a close less than 48 hours ago with a group massage session in the SU, and now second semester classes are well underway (I can’t be the only one already neck deep in reading assignments). That being … finish reading Important Dates for Spring Semester

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Feria Hispana Gastronómica Extravagante

This weekend (tomorrow, in fact) be sure to check out the Spanish House’s “Extravagant Hispanic Gastronomic Fair”! Food will be served from various Spanish speaking countries, and there will be much music, dancing, and merriment to be had.   The … finish reading Feria Hispana Gastronómica Extravagante

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Rainy Day Activities: The Kennedy School

While perusing the internet for all things Portland, as one is wont to do, I recently came across an adorable little blog called Rainy Day Portland: Things to Do With Your Parents and Guests When It Rains. It’s a problem … finish reading Rainy Day Activities: The Kennedy School

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French House event: La Maison Macabre!

Saturday, November 16th at 6.30 p.m. at Winch => LA MAISON MACABRE – French semester event: Experience a showing of sinister paintings, eerie films, and readings of dark poetry. Food and drinks will be provided. Knowledge of French not required!

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Portland Juggling Festival Returns to Reed

This weekend the Portland Juggling Festival, an annual event that is considered to be the largest regional gathering of jugglers, will return to Reed! More specifically, the Sports Center. Portland Jugglers describes the event as follows: “The Portland Jugglers are … finish reading Portland Juggling Festival Returns to Reed

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The Reed Plague: What It Is And How to Survive It

It’s only the second week of classes and the Reed Plague is already sweeping campus. Students, faculty, and staff alike have been out of class and at the health center, citing the Plague as the cause of their maladies. Which … finish reading The Reed Plague: What It Is And How to Survive It

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“I Thought It Was Supposed to Be Rainy Here!”: Your Guide to Portland Weather

Greetings freshmen, transfers, exchange students, and those otherwise unfamiliar with Portland’s unique climate! Many of you may be wondering, or may find yourself wondering over the course of the next month, “what did I buy all of this rain gear … finish reading “I Thought It Was Supposed to Be Rainy Here!”: Your Guide to Portland Weather

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Portland on a Budget: Portland Art Museum

Whether you’re an incoming student making a pre-Orientation trip up to PDX or a current student exploring the city over the summer, there’s always something to do in Portland on a student’s budget.

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Portland on a Budget: OMSI

Whether you’re an incoming student making a pre-Orientation trip up to PDX or a current student exploring the city over the summer, there’s always something to do in Portland on a student’s budget.

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Portland in the Media: Books, Movies, and TV Shows set in Portland

Just because you’re spending the summer at home, reading Gilgamesh and waiting for O-Week to start doesn’t mean you can’t start familiarizing yourself with the City of Roses now. For the eager soon-to-be Reedies, here’s a list of books, movies, … finish reading Portland in the Media: Books, Movies, and TV Shows set in Portland

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