Haley Grant
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First ever student Creator's Conference to be held Saturday
It’s probably safe to say that Franz Hall is the last place students want to be on a Saturday afternoon. But an event taking place this Saturday is worth attending if you’re into photography, videography, social media marketing or any other creative pursuit in the digital multimedia world. The 2018 Creators Conference is a student-organized event for student creators to meet like-minded peers, network, learn about multimedia production and hear from recent UP alumni who are working in the creative fields. It will be held this Saturday, April 17, at 10 a.m. in Franz Hall 120.
All of UP's on-campus bathrooms, ranked from worst to best
Students spend a lot of time on campus, and eventually, they all have to use the bathroom. Many of us probably have a short list of favorite places to use the loo as well as bathroom locations we swear we’ll never visit again. The Beacon ranked all of the public campus bathrooms from worst to best. Take a look at our interactive map to see which facilities we love and which ones we try to avoid.
We've got your graduation checklist
Where do I take my senior pictures? When do I order my cap and gown? How am I going to get enough tickets to the graduation ceremony for all of my relatives? These are the questions seniors on The Bluff are asking themselves. In the midst of preparing for final exams, applying for jobs and finishing up capstone projects, many seniors may feel overwhelmed by the extra deadlines and responsibilities of commencement. But worry no more: The Beacon has put together a checklist of things seniors need to do before they graduate.
Staff Opinion: When you need help, ask
As a graduating senior, I’ve realized that making mistakes is a part of life. I’m not perfect, but I try to believe mistakes will help me become a more knowledgeable person. Once I’ve made a mistake, I’m probably never going to make it again. I’ve learned from my mistakes, and I will apply my knowledge to similar situations in the future. Because I’m an old hag a knowledgeable senior, I want to tell Beacon readers something I tell myself all the time: when you need help, ask for help.
Virtual reality now available in the Digital Lab
Is it the future? No, it’s what students can experience today with the Clark Library’s new virtual reality technology. The new technology includes one HTC Vive headset, headphones and corresponding controllers. Students can try them out by reserving them via the Digital Lab’s website, or by walking into the Digital Lab and asking about virtual reality.
QUIZ: What Salt & Straw flavor are you?
If you consider yourself a real Portlander, then you know your way around Salt & Straw. You don’t have to look at the menu while waiting in a line because you already have the classic flavors and seasonal flavors memorized. Last month’s seasonal flavors were all vegan, and February seasonal flavors are all about chocolate.
The Super Bowl, DOD and Valentine's Day: Here's your February events calendar
We put together your February events calendar so you don't have to.
QUIZ: Which Santa are you?
It’s the end of fall semester, which means there are only two more weeks until Christmas! Take a well-deserved study break and find out which iconic Santa you are with this quiz. Are you the Grinch Santa? Miracle on 34th Street Santa? Michael Scott Santa? Take this quiz to find out.
Alternate astrology: Your December horoscopes
What’s in store for December? We’ve got you covered with these totally legit, 100% real (kind of) horoscopes for December. We consulted Cafe Astrology for planetary placements and “The Astrology Bible” by Judy Hall.
E-Scholar finds success in start-up clothing company, Minim
His start-up company, Minim, now has three garments: the hoodie, pants and most recently, the Method Jacket, a waterproof fleece jacket offering greater comfort and flexibility than the hoodie. Between the three products, Williamson has received over $164,000 of investment on Kickstarter and sold between 1,600 and 1,700 units of pants and hoodies. Williamson has traveled to New York City, Sweden, Denmark and China for his business, and he plans on continuing to manage his company full-time after he graduates in December.
