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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
After ‘herculean effort,' UO Portland celebrates grand re-opening at old Concordia campus
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The University of Oregon Portland is beginning a new chapter, celebrating a grand re-opening in a new location in Northeast Portland Thursday evening. After acquiring the former Concordia University campus in June 2022, UO administration made the decision to relocate from its previous space in the White Stag building in Old Town. TriMet to launch new bus line along 148th Ave this weekend Although the university has had a presence in Portland for nearly 150 years, the White Stag building gave it an official home back in 2008, housing programs in business, law, journalism, as well as architecture and design. The new campus will still provide all of the above programs and house six research centers. Further, a gift of $400 million helped launch the new Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health. Further, renovation on the new campus, which holds more than 20 buildings on nearly 400,000 square feet, was completed in 26 months, according to the university. The Portland Pickle chosen as grand marshal of Rose Festival Starlight parade To celebrate, they are holding a , featuring UO President Karl Scholz, UO Portland Vice President Jane Gordon and more. 'This was an ambitious timeline and herculean effort by many to renovate and open this campus in just 26 months,' said Gordon. 'We are excited to celebrate this milestone in our nearly 150-year history in Portland. Those who attend will experience firsthand how UO Portland is boldly and creatively shaping the future and strengthening collaborations that bridge the classroom, industry and community.' The event will take place at the new campus from 4-6 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Urban Outfitters Unveils "UO Haul": The Back-to-Campus Campaign Built for Gen Z's Biggest Moves
From big moves to small spaces, UO's omnichannel campaign supports Gen Z during one of life's biggest transitions—helping them curate their space, style, and sense of self. PHILADELPHIA, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban Outfitters is redefining the back-to-campus experience for Gen Z with the launch of UO Haul: a 360-degree customer experience designed to support students through one of the most defining chapters of their lives. From graduation to first dorms to refreshing a space for a new semester, UO Haul shows up through products that Gen-Z craves, citywide pop-ups, strategic brand partnerships, and surprise giveaways. More than a campaign, it's a platform that inspires their style, energizes their space, and celebrates who they're becoming. 'Back to campus is a pivotal moment for our Gen Z customer. It's about more than just what they need, it's about who they're becoming. With UO Haul, we're proud to celebrate and support them through every step of their journey. We're showing up alongside incredible partners to serve our customers in the moments that matter most. From moving into their first dorm or apartment to refining their personal style, we're here to help make the transition feel effortless and uniquely theirs,' says Cyntia Leo, Head of Brand Marketing at Urban Outfitters. UO Haul kicks off in New York City on May 19th, when Urban Outfitters hits the streets of Manhattan with a citywide scavenger hunt. Participants will follow clues to discover a fleet of glass-walled trucks, each transformed into a Gen Z dorm room and styled to reflect a distinct aesthetic: From the hunt, select winners will be invited to a special experience set to take place the next day featuring KATSEYE. The global girl group, who recently charted on the Billboard Hot 100 with their single 'Gnarly,' have quickly become a rising force in music and style. The event will be complete with live music and an early look at the season's back-to-campus must-haves. KATSEYE shared their excitement about the partnership: 'Urban Outfitters has always been a place where we find pieces that feel true to our styles, vibes, and home. So, teaming up with UO for Back to campus just made perfect sense. This season's all about self-expression, core memories, and the beautiful chaos along the way. We're so excited to get to share that energy with our fans. We've got some fun surprises in the works, and we can't wait for you to see it all!' Phase two of UO Haul launches in June with Special Delivery—a month-long initiative celebrating recent graduates of the UO community, inspired by the thousands of heartfelt letters Urban Outfitters receives each year. UO will honor grads in a variety of ways throughout the season, from thoughtful gestures to unexpected moments of appreciation. In addition, UO is teaming up with Collegeboxes by U-Haul to make college move-in easier than ever. Through a back-to-campus contest launching the week of June 9, three students will win $1,000 in Urban Outfitters products and a move-in experience from Collegeboxes by U-Haul, which includes door-to-door service to handle their move from home to campus- making the transition seamless. Winners will be announced the week of June 23. Later this summer and into fall, Urban Outfitters will roll out a 20-store Campus Essentials pop-up experience in key college markets. These temporary shops will feature university-inspired collections, ranging from graphic apparel and playful accessories to home items like drinkware, lighting, and bath essentials; all designed with the unmistakable UO wink. The assortment will also include stationery, dorm décor, and exclusive campus-themed pieces that help students personalize their space. These immersive retail moments are part of a broader strategy to reimagine back-to-campus shopping by blending function, style, and discovery in a way students won't find anywhere else. From surprise experiences to curated product and community-driven moments, UO Haul reinforces Urban Outfitters' commitment to supporting Gen Z through every step of the college journey- on campus and more information on UO Haul and Special Delivery, please visit To download campaign imagery, click here. About Urban Outfitters: Urban Outfitters is a global lifestyle brand dedicated to fueling the next generation's individuality through a unique blend of product, creativity, music, and youth culture. Founded in 1970 in a small space across from the University of Pennsylvania, Urban Outfitters now operates over 200 stores across the United States, Canada, and Europe, alongside a dynamic digital presence. Empowering bold self-expression, Urban Outfitters leads with its distinctive designs and curated selection of women's, men's, accessories, and home products, and best-in-class brand partnerships. For more information visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Urban Outfitters
Fibre2Fashion
15-05-2025
- Business
- Fibre2Fashion
US' Urban Outfitters unveils 'On Rotation' retail concept with Nike
Urban Outfitters introduces On Rotation, a new retail experience created to fuel discovery, inspiration, and authentic connection through a curated mix of today's most exciting brands, all brought to life with Urban's signature creativity. Launching Wednesday, May 14th, with its first partner, Nike, On Rotation will debut in stores featuring dynamic lounge-style installations in five key cities: New York, Washington D.C., Scottsdale, San Diego, and Manhattan Beach, CA. This new concept builds on Urban's strategy to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z and deliver community-driven, memorable retail experiences. Cyntia Leo, Head of Brand Marketing and Communications at Urban Outfitters , explains the brand's approach to connecting with its audience: "Urban Outfitters has always been a destination for discovery, especially for Gen Z, who are expressive, engaged, and intentional in how they shop and show up. Connecting with this customer requires more than just great product; it demands cultural fluency and inspiring retail moments. That's what On Rotation is all about — transforming product categories into immersive narratives. Nike is the ideal first partner to bring this vision to life. Their cultural credibility is unmatched, and their legacy of innovation continues to set the pace." Urban Outfitters will launch On Rotation with a cross-divisional assortment of Nike apparel and footwear, styled specifically for the UO consumer. Building on the launch, Urban Outfitters will expand its Nike product assortment across both digital and retail experiences, with over 150 choices. Additionally, to spark buzz and foster community, UO will tap into LA's vibrant running culture by releasing a limited capsule to celebrate the Nike After Dark Tour: Los Angeles 13.1, a race bringing together sport and self-expression this June. The collection – with an exclusive color way of the Nike Vomero 18, a maximum cushioned running shoe – will be available across all LA store locations, including the On Rotation destination. Leading up to the race, UO partnered with more than 20 influencers and college-aged community members on a four-month training journey to generate excitement and highlight Nike's presence at UO. Urban Outfitters has launched On Rotation, a new retail concept designed to inspire and connect with Gen Z through curated brand experiences, starting with Nike. Featuring lounge-style installations in five US cities, the initiative includes exclusive Nike products and a special LA capsule collection linked to the Nike After Dark Tour: Los Angeles 13.1 event this June. Brad Desy, Head of Stores and Branch Management at Urban Outfitters , describes On Rotation as a dynamic step forward in experiential store concepts: "On Rotation brings a bold new layer of connection and discovery to our stores. The "rotating" concept serves as a living discovery engine, offering a platform to bring our brands to life- in real time." Future activations will spotlight new partners across fashion, lifestyle, and design, ensuring On Rotation remains a fresh platform shaped by the brands Gen Z knows and loves. Note: The headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RM)
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Schnitzer family donates ‘landmark' $25M to University of Oregon global studies program
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The University of Oregon announced a 'landmark' $25 million donation from the Schnitzer family on Tuesday — aiming to bolster the school's global impact. The donation was led by Portland real estate developer, and UO alumnus, Jordan Schnitzer along with the Harlod & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation — marking the largest-ever commitment to UO's College of Arts and Sciences. With the $25 million, the school is launching advancements in global education and research, while aiming to become one of the top schools for international studies.'The challenges facing our world today are vast and complex,' UO President Karl Scholz said. 'Solutions will require bold ideas, cross-disciplinary collaboration and thoughtful dialogue. This incredible gift from the Schnitzer family will be a powerful catalyst, empowering our faculty, students and staff to address these critical issues. We are deeply grateful for this partnership, which strengthens the UO's role as a trailblazer in fostering critical inquiry, logical reasoning, effective communication, creative action and ethical leadership on a global scale.' In recognition of the investment, University of Oregon's School of Global Studies and Languages will be renamed the Schnitzer School of Global Studies and Languages. The school said the investment will help students 'tackle the world's most challenging problems,' in part, by funding the new Center for Global Futures. The school describes the center as a hub for scholars and experts dedicated to understanding and educating others on ways to address challenges around the world. Other initiatives supported by the Schnitzer donation include lectures from renowned speakers discussing topics of global significance, annual conferences, a visiting scholars-in-residence program for scholars, experts and international journalists to collaborate on 'cutting-edge research' and the Harold Schnitzer Scholar Prize, to honor excellence in global research. 'At this moment of world history, the importance of the school cannot be overstated,' said Aneesh Aneesh, a professor of global studies and executive director of the Schnitzer School. 'Caught between the forces of globalization and still-resilient communal loyalties, every society is facing contradictory pulls on its social fabric. Whether graduates of the Schnitzer School are employed in foreign service, NGOs, think tanks, global businesses or the public sector, they will help light up the path forward in a divided world. They will be our contribution to the global public good.' The NBA's Portland Trail Blazers are going up for sale The donation will additionally help the program create a new major in international relations, offer awards to attract and retain faculty in global studies and languages, and support a tenure-track senior scholar. The funds will also support graduate students' research and teaching and will grow the doctoral student population at the Schnitzer School. The donation from Harold and Arlene Schnitzer — and their son Jordan Schnitzer — adds to the family's philanthropic legacy, including support for UO. Jordan previously gifted a renovation to UO's art museum, which was later renamed the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art. 'We are delighted that the school will be named in honor of the Schnitzer family, given their long commitment to social causes, philanthropy, and business,' said Chris Poulsen, the Tykeson Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. 'Their investment will be transformative for the new school and will make possible new global experiences and engagement for our students and faculty.' 'Today, it does not matter what business you're in or who you work for. It's a global world,' Jordan Schnitzer said. 'This world is facing challenges that we have not seen for decades. I do not have the answers to eliminate hunger or end religious, ethnic or political disputes. What I do know is that we need young leaders who are prepared to make the world a better place.' The Schnitzer School will still be based in Friendly Hall on the university's Eugene campus after a major renovation, which is slated to begin in late summer. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
URBAN OUTFITTERS LAUNCHES IMMERSIVE RETAIL EXPERIENCE WITH NIKE
UO debuts On Rotation, a cultured-driven in-store experience—starting with Nike PHILADELPHIA, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban Outfitters introduces On Rotation, a new retail experience created to fuel discovery, inspiration, and authentic connection through a curated mix of today's most exciting brands, all brought to life with Urban's signature creativity. Launching Wednesday, May 14th, with its first partner, Nike, On Rotation will debut in stores featuring dynamic lounge-style installations in five key cities: New York, Washington D.C., Scottsdale, San Diego, and Manhattan Beach, CA. This new concept builds on Urban's strategy to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z and deliver community-driven, memorable retail experiences. Cyntia Leo, Head of Brand Marketing and Communications at Urban Outfitters, explains the brand's approach to connecting with its audience: "Urban Outfitters has always been a destination for discovery, especially for Gen Z, who are expressive, engaged, and intentional in how they shop and show up. Connecting with this customer requires more than just great product; it demands cultural fluency and inspiring retail moments. That's what On Rotation is all about — transforming product categories into immersive narratives. Nike is the ideal first partner to bring this vision to life. Their cultural credibility is unmatched, and their legacy of innovation continues to set the pace." Urban Outfitters will launch On Rotation with a cross-divisional assortment of Nike apparel and footwear, styled specifically for the UO consumer. Building on the launch, Urban Outfitters will expand its Nike product assortment across both digital and retail experiences, with over 150 choices. Additionally, to spark buzz and foster community, UO will tap into LA's vibrant running culture by releasing a limited capsule to celebrate the Nike After Dark Tour: Los Angeles 13.1, a race bringing together sport and self-expression this June. The collection – with an exclusive color way of the Nike Vomero 18, a maximum cushioned running shoe – will be available across all LA store locations, including the On Rotation destination. Leading up to the race, UO partnered with more than 20 influencers and college-aged community members on a four-month training journey to generate excitement and highlight Nike's presence at UO. Brad Desy, Head of Stores and Branch Management at Urban Outfitters, describes On Rotation as a dynamic step forward in experiential store concepts: "On Rotation brings a bold new layer of connection and discovery to our stores. The "rotating" concept serves as a living discovery engine, offering a platform to bring our brands to life- in real time." Future activations will spotlight new partners across fashion, lifestyle, and design, ensuring On Rotation remains a fresh platform shaped by the brands Gen Z knows and loves. To download high-res imagery, click shop Nike at Urban Outfitters, click here. About Urban OutfittersUrban Outfitters is a global lifestyle brand dedicated to fueling the next generation's individuality through a unique blend of product, creativity, music, and youth culture. Founded in 1970 in a small space across from the University of Pennsylvania, Urban Outfitters now operates over 200 stores across the United States, Canada, and Europe, alongside a dynamic digital presence. Empowering bold self-expression, Urban Outfitters leads with its distinctive designs and curated selection of women's, men's, accessories, and home products, and best-in-class brand partnerships. For more information, visit Urban Outfitters at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Urban Outfitters Sign in to access your portfolio
