Big Ten

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The University of Oregon is officially in the nation’s preeminent academic-athletic conference comprised of some of the world’s leading research institutions. From competing on the field to collaborating on scholarship, this marks the beginning of an untold number of opportunities for our university, our student-athletes, our academic programs, and everyone who calls themselves a Duck fan. Go Ducks!
— Karl Scholz,
UO President

Learn About the Academic Alliance

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Powerful Partners

UO researchers have long partnered with peers at Big Ten schools to make important discoveries in their fields.
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UO Connections

Your new favorite word game where you find the common thread between words about UO and the Big Ten.
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The Duck's Big Trip

Your favorite mascot is headed out on a cross-country road trip to meet all his new friends in the Big Ten.

UO Joins Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium

"We are eager to team up with clinical and scientific researchers at Big Ten member institutions to attack our common enemy. The Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium provides powerful opportunities to drive new scientific discoveries, improve the lives of patients, and mentor our trainees to become the research leaders of tomorrow.”

— Bob Guldberg,
Vice President and Robert and Leona DeArmond Executive Director
Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact 

Learn more

A Message to Our Fans

Our membership in the Big Ten Conference opens a new chapter for Oregon Athletics filled with boundless opportunities and potential. Our student-athletes will now have the chance to compete against the best of the best, and they will be exposed to a broader audience that can create new opportunities for them.
— Rob Mullens,
Director of Athletics

Read the Full Message

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Join Us at a Tailgate or 
Watch Party

If you’re hitting the road to watch our Ducks this season, join us for a Mighty Oregon Tailgate before kickoff. Or find fellow fans near you and watch our Ducks compete against Big Ten teams on the big screen.

TailgatesWatch Parties

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See You at a Game

What do Autzen Stadium, Matthew Knight Arena, and Papé Field all have in common? It’s where we’ll see you this fall cheering on our Ducks. Get ready for a big, new season of Oregon Athletics.

Get Your Tickets

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Gear Up for the Game

Find everything you need for home and away games.

Buy Your Game Day Gear