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Southern Oregon University is a regionally-engaged learning community committed to being the educational provider of choice for learners throughout their lives. We focus on a strong curriculum balanced with career-focused preparation. We are committed to making the educational experience outstanding for all of our students. SOU offers WUE, numerous scholarships, and our cost of attendance is incredibly competitive. Our admissions staff can answer any questions you might have and can help you set up an on-campus visit. Call us... find out more about SOU: 541-552-6411 or 800-482-7672.

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10/14/2026

It's Peak Fall at SOU, Raider Fam! 🍁 Have you entered the Pretty Leaves Week Photo Contest yet? We’re giving away gift cards to our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners! 📸 🍂

Want in? Follow these steps:

1️⃣ Follow on Instagram
2️⃣ Drop your fall-themed SOU photos in the comments on Instagram to enter
3️⃣ For a bonus entry, share your photo to your Instagram Story and tag

Winners must be current SOU students and present a student ID number when picking up prizes.

10/13/2026

Congratulations to SOU Board Trustee Dee Anne Everson on receiving the Chamber of Medford & Jackson County’s First Citizen Award!

Recognized as "a leader amongst leaders," Dee Anne is being honored for her exceptional service, leadership, and dedication to Jackson County. 👏🏆

Tap the link to read more! https://news.sou.edu/2026/09/sou-board-member-everson-named-first-citizen/

10/12/2026

We call the third week of October “Pretty Leaves Week” at SOU for a reason. 🍂 To celebrate our gorgeous fall campus, we’re hosting an Instagram photo contest! Show off your photography skills and highlight SOU's fall colors for a chance to win.

📸 How to Enter:
1️⃣ Follow on Instagram
2️⃣ Drop your fall-themed SOU photos in the comments on Instagram
3️⃣ For a bonus entry, share your photo to your Instagram Story and tag

We’ll be awarding 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners with gift cards!

🍁 Contest runs now through Friday, October 16th. Don't miss out!

Winners must be current SOU students and present a student ID number when picking up prizes.

10/08/2026

Big news for Campus Recreation! SOU is one of just four universities nationwide participating in the 2026-27 NIRSA Wellbeing Collaborative. Through personalized coaching, hands-on learning, and a shared learning community, SOU Campus Recreation will test new strategies to embed proactive, systemic health and wellness directly into our campus culture and student experience.

Read the full story on SOU News to learn how we are moving past siloed programs to transform campus life! https://news.sou.edu/2026/09/sou-to-participate-in-exclusive-wellbeing-collaborative/

10/07/2026

Mark your calendars! Don't miss our Fall Career, Job, and Internship Fair on Wednesday, October 21, from 11-2:00 pm in the Stevenson Union. Connect with recruiters from healthcare, education, business, law enforcement, manufacturing, social services, and more.

Dress in business casual or formal attire, and visit the clothing swap outside SU 310 beforehand if you need an outfit. Bring printed resumes, an elevator pitch, and questions for employers. Check the link for more information: https://hawknest.sou.edu/careerconnections/rsvp_boot?id=385578&rel=title

10/06/2026

Carve out time to support our community. 🎃

The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive on campus in the Stevenson Union Building. Stop by the ASSOU Student Lounge tomorrow, October 6th, or Wednesday, October 7, between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to make a donation. Walk-ins are welcome.

10/05/2026

Raider Pride is officially taking over. ❤️🖤

Have you noticed the "Support SOU" signs popping up all over Southern Oregon? We love seeing our community show up and support SOU.

Stop by the SOU Foundation Office at the Plunkett Center to pick up your own sign to display. You can also share the love by sending us a DM with photos of signs you spot around town so we can feature them on our page.

09/29/2026

Congratulations to SOU alumnus Nick Alexander, owner of Nick Alexander Films, for winning Best Small Business at the Excellence in Business Awards hosted by the Chamber of Medford & Jackson County!

We’re also excited to welcome Nick to the Southern Oregon University Alumni Association Board, where he’ll continue to bring his experience, perspective, and passion for the Rogue Valley to the SOU community. Interested in joining? Visit https://giving.sou.edu/affiliate-organizations/. We’re proud to see our Raiders building successful businesses, making an impact across the region, and staying connected to the SOU community. ❤️🖤

09/26/2026

The Raiders are back at Raider Stadium this Saturday. 🏈

SOU Football takes on No. 25 Dakota State at 1 p.m. as the Raiders return home for their fourth game of the season.

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 1 p.m.
📍 Raider Stadium

Come out, bring your Raider spirit and cheer on SOU.

Get the game details and see what else is happening at SOU:
https://events.sou.edu/

09/25/2026

Friday night plans? Glow Fest has you covered. ✨

EPIC is bringing Glow Fest to the Stevenson Union Arena and Diversions tonight from 8 p.m. to midnight.

It’s one of the Week of Welcome events designed to help students get out, meet people and have some fun during the first week of classes.

📅 Friday, September 25
⏰ 8 p.m.–midnight
📍 Stevenson Union Arena & Diversions

Get the full Week of Welcome schedule:
https://studentlife.sou.edu/new-student-programs/orientation/fall/

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