University of Oregon — Restaurant in Eugene

Last week I received my ACT scores and found out that my scores were not sent to the UofO like I requested. So I called the UofO to see if they would accept my copy of the scores as a temporary file until they received my official scores. They told me no and that they wouldn't be able to admit me in time for fall and they wouldn't make any exceptions even though I'm retiring from the Air Force next week. I had my supervisor call and then all of a sudden they were saying they denied me because of my grades in high school, which they failed to tell me, and which doesn't make any sense because I passed all of my classes. I called to talk to them and then the story changed. I was told that I was denied because I was missing core credit classes. But I'm applying for my freshman year and passed all my high school classes. Well I called this morning to talk to someone in charge and I ended up talking to this guy named Kirk Koenig in admissions. Kirk kept cutting me off when I was talking and told me he denied me because I received a D in English both my junior and senior year which I'm fairly certain isn't true but that's besides the point. The fact that I was denied admittance isn't the issue here. Kirk talked down to me through our whole conversation and I was nothing but respectful. He basically told me that I was too dumb to attend the UofO and that I should apply at Lane Community College. I decided to call the VA Representative at the school to see if there is any sort of waiver that I could get and use my ACT scores to prove that I'm competent enough to attend the UofO. I was told I would receive a call back once she had an answer for me. I got a call back from Kirk Koenig who sounded rather irritated but asked what was going on because it sounded to him like I was confused. I tried explaining to him that I was curious about a waiver and that I had been told three different things by admissions as to why I was denied admittance but he cut me off saying "first of all, I'm the senior admissions officer here at the University of Oregon and I make the decisions. I denied you because your grades do not meet the minimum standards set by the UofO." Then continued to talk down to me, again, and basically called me stupid the whole time but without actually saying it. Whenever I would try to say something he would just talk louder and then pretty much hung up on me after I thanked him for his time. As a United States service member who is about to become a veteran, and even as a civilian, I have never been treated so poorly by anyone. This is supposed to be a professional establishment. The lack of integrity and respect that I've seen from this school is appalling. Normally I just turn the other cheek when I'm treated poorly but this is unacceptable due to the fact that the University of Oregon is such a high praised school. I certainly hope that you don't treat all of your applicants like this. I grew up in Eugene and I've always been a huge fan of Oregon but you've lost all of my respect. Now I have absolutely no desire to attend the...

Hey High Schooler: Don’t Go to College. Escape the Trap. 🔓🎓

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College isn’t about education. It’s about obedience. It’s training for a world that no longer exists. The real power comes when you walk away, bet on yourself, and choose a path that lets you actually live.

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You don’t need a degree to be great. You don’t need permission to succeed. You don’t need a dorm room to start your legacy.

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That’s how real lives are built. That’s how freedom starts. College will delay your dreams. Skip it—and build...

I attended the University of Oregon for my freshman and sophomore years, and while UO has many strengths, it’s important to consider certain challenges, especially for those pursuing a business degree. If you're planning to major in business, you might find it beneficial to complete your general education courses at a different institution first. Many required classes, such as Economics and Statistics, are taught in lecture halls with over 500 students, making it harder to receive personalized attention.

Another challenge is the job market in Eugene. Many networking events bring companies from cities like Portland, but securing opportunities from Eugene remains difficult. For students in fields like accounting, the largest firms are based in Portland, offering winter and summer internships. Naturally, students who attend universities in major cities have greater access to these opportunities compared to those in Eugene. For students from rural areas, relocating to Portland for an internship can be a logistical and financial hurdle.

The University of Oregon itself has acknowledged the difficulties in providing job opportunities locally and is gradually expanding its departments in Portland. While this is a step in the right direction, it doesn't change the fact that students investing a significant amount in tuition might feel frustrated when their earning potential is comparable to that of graduates from more affordable universities.

Despite these challenges, UO offers a beautiful campus, strong school spirit, and vibrant student life. However, prospective students should carefully consider how location affects their professional growth. If career opportunities and networking are major priorities, attending a university in a larger city might be the more...