Author: Jillian Hoefer

Nestled in a small farming community in Oregon, the history of Oregon’s Rural University can be told through generations of graduates, historic buildings, and even a set of memorable steps upon which many graduates once stood to share in the joys of completing college and earning a degree. Eastern Oregon University is a beloved campus;…

If a student is experiencing frequent interruptions in concentration, lack of organization, trouble completing tasks, issues with multitasking, and hyperactivity, then they may have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); usually diagnosed well before college-age.  For college students who have ADHD, it may be challenging to focus during class, which is vital to one’s success during their academic…

On October 27, 2021, The Voice published an article on student loan forgiveness and the promises made by the new presidential administration, which took office a year ago. As a major part of his campaign, Joe Biden vowed that if he was elected, most (if not all) student loans would be forgiven for every borrower.…

On June 9, 2021, Union County declared a drought for Oregon’s Grande Ronde Valley. Six days later, on June 15, fire regulations began two weeks ahead of the normally scheduled date. As farmers started to worry about the lack of rain and the scorching heat, snowpack levels were measured and found to be nonexistent in…