2022 EditioN
OUR TEAM IS PROUD TO PRESENT THE 2022 EDITION OF FLUX MAGAZINE. EXPLORE THE STORIES BELOW.
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My brother taught me inclusivity, even before I realized it.
Becoming Portland’s funniest comedian
In 2019, comedian Kelly Ryan won Portland’s Funniest Competition. It wasn’t just a win for her.
Will the Indigenous tribes’ efforts save the Klamath River — and their culture — from ecosystem-threatening dams?
STEWARDS OF THE RIVER
Three Eugene artists prove that medium doesn't matter. It’s the message that counts.
ART AND SOUL
Oregon winemakers are seeking ways to save their billion-dollar industry from the effects of wildfires.
NO WINE TO WASTE
Three Afghan women, thousands of miles from home, set out to reclaim their dreams.
Between Two Worlds
About one in 10 Oregonians faces food insecurity. For students, that number is even more daunting.
A recipe for change
Why are high schoolers in this Oregon town fighting to have their voices heard and demanding their identities be recognized in their schools?
Identity in Newberg
With inflation taking more cash out of their wallets, college students have spending worries beyond rising tuition rates.
four ways to save money
The pandemic turned lots of home-bound Oregonians into wide-eyed dog owners — until desperation called.
Project puppy
How are Oregonians navigating the complex journey to find one simple emotion?
The Pursuit of Happiness
Any(Body) Can go viral
When Brittani Lancaster arrives home after work, her day is not done. She clocks into her part-time passion.
You may not know G major from F minor, but at this Eugene music school, there’s a place for you in the band.
The Perfect Chord
Take Me to church
In the 50 years since the passage of Title IX, female athletes at UO have made great strides. But the game’s not over.
On the Basis of Success
Meet Audrey Mathilde: a UO student disguised as Tillie Moore — sort of like a modern-day Hannah Montana.
Moore for Your Playlist
Substituting Ingredients, Staying Rooted
My immigrant mother shares how cooking keeps her connected to her Mexican culture.
UO students discuss how religion shaped who they are and how it affects the relationships they build.
Kelly McCauley channels her love of music with her advocacy skills to uplift the disabled community.
In tune
How do college students find solace amongst the stress? Some turn to meals that remind them of home.
Finding Comfort
What I learned from writing ‘Between Two worlds’
What was it like for Afghans starting over in Eugene? What sort of challenges were they still up against?
Capturing Changing Competitors
working with fire
Finding Newberg
A look back at 50 years of women sports at the University of Oregon.
The glass blowing community in Eugene is perhaps one of the most dedicated in the country.
Originally I had no intention of joining FLUX. But I applied anyway, figuring, “Why not?”