2022 EditioN

OUR TEAM IS PROUD TO PRESENT THE 2022 EDITION OF FLUX MAGAZINE. EXPLORE THE STORIES BELOW.

Becoming Portland’s funniest comedian

In 2019, comedian Kelly Ryan won Portland’s Funniest Competition. It wasn’t just a win for her.

STEWARDS OF THE RIVER

Will the Indigenous tribes’ efforts save the Klamath River — and their culture — from ecosystem-threatening dams?

 

ART AND SOUL

Three Eugene artists prove that medium doesn't matter. It’s the message that counts.

NO WINE TO WASTE

Oregon winemakers are seeking ways to save their billion-dollar industry from the effects of wildfires.

 

Between Two Worlds

Three Afghan women, thousands of miles from home, set out to reclaim their dreams.

A recipe for change

About one in 10 Oregonians faces food insecurity. For students, that number is even more daunting.

 

Identity in Newberg

Why are high schoolers in this Oregon town fighting to have their voices heard and demanding their identities be recognized in their schools?

four ways to save money

With inflation taking more cash out of their wallets, college students have spending worries beyond rising tuition rates.

 

Project puppy

The pandemic turned lots of home-bound Oregonians into wide-eyed dog owners — until desperation called.

The Pursuit of Happiness

How are Oregonians navigating the complex journey to find one simple emotion?

 

Any(Body) Can go viral

When Brittani Lancaster arrives home after work, her day is not done. She clocks into her part-time passion.

 

The Perfect Chord

You may not know G major from F minor, but at this Eugene music school, there’s a place for you in the band.

 

On the Basis of Success

In the 50 years since the passage of Title IX, female athletes at UO have made great strides. But the game’s not over.

Listen to this

My brother taught me inclusivity, even before I realized it.

 

Moore for Your Playlist

Meet Audrey Mathilde: a UO student disguised as Tillie Moore — sort of like a modern-day Hannah Montana.

Substituting Ingredients, Staying Rooted

My immigrant mother shares how cooking keeps her connected to her Mexican culture.

 

Take Me to church

UO students discuss how religion shaped who they are and how it affects the relationships they build.

In tune

Kelly McCauley channels her love of music with her advocacy skills to uplift the disabled community.

 

Finding Comfort

How do college students find solace amongst the stress? Some turn to meals that remind them of home.

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

A look back at 50 years of women sports at the University of Oregon.

working with fire

The glass blowing community in Eugene is perhaps one of the most dedicated in the country.

 

Finding Newberg

Originally I had no intention of joining FLUX. But I applied anyway, figuring, “Why not?”