Category Archives: Just for Fun

Meet Your New Bloggers: Carly

Hello there, this is Carly Goldblatt, your newest blogger for Res Life. I’ve been working in the office since Fall 2012, my freshman year. I’m a little late to the game, but better late than never. I am studying Psychology with … finish reading Meet Your New Bloggers: Carly

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S’mores!

This Monday our dorms Ladd and Abington took some time out of our studying to break in our gorgeous common room fireplace and make some good old fashioned s’mores! It was great to catch up with people after their first … finish reading S’mores!

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Stay Calm! It’s Only Snowing

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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Looking Back to a Warm September

As Spring semester beckons, we in Sequoia look back to the warm and wonderful days of September. Our House went to the Oregon Coast for some sun and ice cream right at the start of the year.

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Live Music in Chittick’s Music Appreciation Society

Last Friday the Music Appreciation Society (MAS) showed their musical talents with a common room show in Chittick. Five different bands played on the impromptu stage, in what proved to be a night of awesome music and rocking times! The … finish reading Live Music in Chittick’s Music Appreciation Society

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Reed Co-op’s debut: Thanksgiving Hootenanny!

On November 23rd, the Reed College Co-ops collectively made their campus debut with a party and feast! The two houses (Garden and Farm) worked together to show off our culinary talents with a huge Thanksgiving meal (along with our dedicated … finish reading Reed Co-op’s debut: Thanksgiving Hootenanny!

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A Poetic Evening Chez President Kroger

On November 21, President Kroger graciously received 13 kindred book-loving souls (the residents of Random House, Reed’s literature theme dorm) for dinner at his home in Eastmoreland. Tacos and pie were on the menu, which the group enjoyed in the … finish reading A Poetic Evening Chez President Kroger

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Tea with Rose in Sullivan 3

Sullivan 3 Northside had the pleasure of getting to know their custodian, Rose. We shared introductions and stories over hot tea. Rose is from Vietnam and was sweet enough to teach us how to make Vietnamese spring rolls.  We soaked … finish reading Tea with Rose in Sullivan 3

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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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