Oregon, My Oregon

I spent most of the afternoon exploring MySpace, looking for OSU students or OSU related sites. I found lots of students and student groups, not a surprise.

Something I didn't expect was to find a profile for the state of Oregon, which is apparently a 100 year old female. Fun facts about my state:

* The state park system has 159 yurts located in 19 parks.

* Tillamook is home to Oregon's largest cheese factory.

* The small village of Bickelton is filled with bluebird houses seen on the posts of every house.

* The Nike "swoosh" logo was designed by University of Oregon student Carolyn Davidson in 1964 -- four years after business undergrad Phil Knight and track coach Bill Bowerman founded the company they originally called Blue Ribbon Sports. Ms. Davidson was paid $35 dollars for her design.

Oh, and Oregon is a single Aquarius. 

All good to know.