Community Events
Friday May 23rd
Saturday May 24th
Sunday May 25th
Monday May 26th
Tuesday May 27th
The Business Venture Tournament
5:000 amLocation: Rogue River Room, Stevenson Union, SOU Ashland, Oregon
SOU invites entrepreneurs, small business owners, support organizations, and networking groups to join this exciting, community-powered event! Come showcase your resources, share your journey, and cheer on the next generation of innovators as SOU students pitch their business ideas in a supportive, tournament-style showcase.
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Wednesday May 28th
1 Million Cups
9:30 amLocation: The Hive, 164 SE G Street Grants Pass, Oregon
- Entrepreneur Presentations. Two local entrepreneurs share 6-minute presentations about their businesses, challenges, and goals.
- Interactive Q&A. A 20-minute audience-driven discussion follows each presentation, offering feedback, advice, and connections.
- Community Networking. An open and welcoming environment for entrepreneurs, mentors, and community members to connect and collaborate.
- Supportive Ecosystem. A non-competitive space focused on fostering innovation and helping businesses grow.
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Thursday May 29th
AI For Good Conference, Day 1
8:30 am - 5:pmLocation: 1 West Main, Medford Oregon
Day 1 of the AI for Good Conference focuses on making AI simple and useful. Learn how AI can boost efficiency, security, and innovation—plus get tips on using it responsibly in real-world settings.
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Flavors of the Rogue
11:00am-2:00pmLocation: 112 West Main, Medford Oregon
Join us for Flavors of the Rogue on Thursday and Friday, May 29–30, from 11 AM to 2 PM in the Artistic Piano parking lot! Enjoy a variety of local food trucks and the powerful rhythms of the Elbow Room Taiko drummers in this lively lunchtime celebration of community, culture, and cuisine.
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Friday May 30th
AI For Good Conference, Day 2
8:30 am - 5:00pmLocation: 112 West Main, Medford Oregon
Day 2 is packed with hands-on sessions, live demos, and expert insights into using AI for work, creativity, and smarter decisions. Whether you lead a team, run a business, or create content, you'll explore practical tools and strategies for every skill level—and leave with solutions you can use right away.
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Flavors of the Rogue
11:00 am - 2:00pmLocation: 1 West Main, Medford Oregon
Join us for Flavors of the Rogue on Thursday and Friday, May 29–30, from 11 AM to 2 PM in the Artistic Piano parking lot! Enjoy a variety of local food trucks and the powerful rhythms of the Elbow Room Taiko drummers in this lively lunchtime celebration of community, culture, and cuisine.
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