Finding Your Way Around Campus
Use the UO Interactive Web Map to locate classrooms, offices, eateries, residence halls, parking, bike routes...and more!
New to campus? Trying to
find your 9 a.m. psych class or the best bike route from Lillis to Millrace
Studios?
Now you can locate precisely what you're looking for using the UO's
new online navigation system, the UO Interactive Web Map at http://map.uoregon.edu.
The map, which was created by the Department of Geography's award-winning
InfoGraphics Lab team, has many dynamic features to help you customize
your search:
- Keyword search. One of the map's handiest features is the keyword search box in the upper left. When you type in the name of a department, building, or office address, results appear in the form of clickable links. When you click on a link, the map automatically zooms to locate that spot and gives you a brief description of it--often accompanied by a photo. You can search for something as specific as "151 McKenzie" or as general as "computer" or "counseling."
- Measuring tool. This tool, located at the top of the map on the right side of the toolbar, allows you to trace your route from point to point and determine the exact distance in miles or number of steps, and the approximate time it would take you to walk there.
- Overlay alternative views. By clicking in the boxes to the right of the map, under "Themes," you can show bus stops, lighted paths, bike routes, parking areas, and air photos from 2002 and 1947. Each new layer of information is color-coded for easy viewing, and some (such as bus stops) display prominent icons.
- Create a web link to your custom map view. If you need to save your customized map view or share it with someone else, you can easily do so by selecting "Link to this View" from the toolbar. The URL is lengthy, but it can easily be shortened by using the free utility at http://www.tinyurl.com.
- Online help. To find some illustrated tips on how to use the interactive map, click the "Help" link at the bottom of the page.
- Feedback. The InfoGraphics Lab team is eager to hear your suggestions for improving their map. Click the "Feedback" link at the bottom of the page, or email your comments to maps@uoregon.edu.