Dec. 5, 1997 Contact John R. Crosiar (541) 346-3135 EUGENE--More than 700 University of Oregon students are candidates for degrees at the end of fall term, according to officials in the Office of the Registrar. Among fall term's 726 degree candidates are 565 receiving bachelor's degrees, 108 completing master's degrees and 45 finishing doctoral degrees. In addition, eight candidates are receiving law degrees. No commencement ceremonies will be held. However, several schools, colleges and departments will host informal receptions to honor graduates and their families. Diplomas will be mailed to all who complete graduation requirements by the end of the term on Dec. 13. -30- #H-2079/Local/eb