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This Issue: April 29, 2024
Don’t Miss PilotTalks on April 18!
Join us for a lively night of engaging storytelling from our own UP community in the Buckley Center Auditorium. Fr. Peter Walsh, professor Karen Eifler, and UP regent Janice Burger will share thought-provoking stories of hope, renewal, and transformation. Afterward, President Kelly will lead them in a panel discussion to unpack some of the night’s themes. Come early for the wine and cheese social in Dundon-Berchtold Lounge—the food and festivities are free, but we encourage donations of non-perishable food items to help replenish the StockUP food bank. (Read More).
Student Applications Open: Brian Doyle Scholarship for Creative Writing (Apr. 22)
The Brian Doyle Scholarship for Creative Writing was established in 2018 in memory of long-time Portland magazine editor Brian Doyle. We encourage all aspiring writers to apply for this scholarship award of $18,704 for the 2024-2025 academic year! (Read More).
Earth Day Tour: Shiley-Marcos Center for Design and Innovation (Apr. 22)
Come celebrate Earth Day with a tour UP’s newest and most sustainable building on campus. This tour with the architects will focus on LEED Gold certification design elements, innovative carbon-reduction strategies and energy reduction measures. The tour is open to all students, faculty and staff, and reservations are required. (Read More).
Stryker Chair Training (Apr. 25)
EHS will host a Stryker chair training on April 25, at 2 p.m. for those interested in learning how to use the Stryker chair in their building for safe evacuation for disabled or injured persons. (Read More)
Thirst Friday: It’s Been a Bærry, Bærry Good Career (Apr. 26)
Garaventa Center invites all staff and faculty to join us for some toasts at the final Thirst Friday of the year. Come and enjoy laughter, libations, great conversation and thematic snacks to celebrate a Bærry, Bærry good career, indeed. Stay for 10 minutes or till last call! 17 extra credit points for anyone who is attending their first Thirst Friday, brings a newbie or brings their own cup. (Read More).
Public Research Fellows “Engaging Portland” Showcase and Open House (Apr. 26)
Please join the Public Research Fellows in marking the end of another successful year of public-facing engaged humanities research at the 2024 Showcase from 3-5 p.m. at the Franz Patio and Lobby. This is an open-house style event open to all UP-community members with food, drinks, and a UP jazz trio with a special appearance by the bike-powered library from Street Books. We look forward to celebrating the humanities and Portland with you. (Read More).
Baccalaureate Mass Choir—All Are Welcome! (May 4)
It’s hard to believe, but the University’s celebration of the Baccalaureate Mass is coming up quickly! Campus Ministry invites all members of the UP community to join us in the Chiles Center as we celebrate our graduating class of 2024 and all their remarkable achievements! (Read More).
Spring 2024 Student Art Show
The Spring 2024 Student Art Show will be on display through finals week in the Buckley Center Gallery. Be sure to stop by and see the beautiful work created by our talented students this semester.
N. Willamette Blvd April-May Campus Impact: Update
PBOT started work on the first phase of Willamette upgrades with ADA ramp work at the intersections to the northwest of Portsmouth. Three intersections are impactful to campus. Of those, one is complete, one is in process, and the last is set to be completed prior to commencement weekend. (Read More.)
Spring Cleaning? Give to the University Archives!
Are you spring cleaning your office? The University Archives aims to retain materials that relate to the University’s story. Materials of historical value describe the purpose, activities, history, values, and character of the University. So, as you clean and recycle, help us preserve and remember too. (Read More).
New Tech News on Techtalk!
The past couple of weeks have been busy for the Techtalk blog, featuring four new posts on frequently used platforms and services such as Cascade and Wordpress. Have a look at our blog to see what is going on in the UP Tech world and come back again soon to check for more! (Read More).
Carrying the Mission Beyond Campus
Our most recent post from Archives & Artifacts explains the PACE program by diagramming the acronym, letter by letter. Students participating in graduate programs at UP’s School of Education through PACE have been extending the University’s mission since 1994. PACE students bring each of these elements directly to underserved Catholic school children across the Pacific region. (Read More)
Spring 2024 Butine Faculty Development Fund Awards
On behalf of the Committee on Teaching and Scholarship (TAS), committee chair Bonnie Parks is pleased to announce the recipients of the Spring 2024 Butine Faculty Development Fund Awards. (Read More).
New to The Bluff—William Atkinson, Associate Director for Housing Operations, Office of Residence Life
William is from Philadelphia and has worked in residence life for over a decade. He was previously the Interim Director of Residence Life at Manhattan College, a Catholic institution in NYC. Before that, he served in roles there including Assistant Director for Housing Operations, Area Coordinator, and Resident Director. (Read More).
New to The Bluff—Rebecca Tangman, Housing Coordinator, Office of Residence Life
Rebecca Tangman joined the Office of Residence Life in February as Housing Coordinator, after moving to Portland from the Bay Area, CA with her family. Rebecca received her BS in Human Services and Psychology from Notre Dame de Namur University. (Read More.)
UP Theater Presents: The Prom (Apr. 11-21)
Join your friends at UP Theater for the hit musical The Prom! This funny and heartwarming production follows Emma, an Indiana high schooler barred from bringing her girlfriend to the prom. Special bonus: patrons attending The Prom can wear their prom best and take their own prom pics at our selfie station and use the hashtag #UPTheaterProm to be included in the daily contest to be crowned Prom Royalty for that performance! (Read More).
Pre-Play Reception and Panel for The Prom (Apr. 13 & 20)
All show ticket holders for The Prom are invited to enjoy a complimentary small bites and wine reception as campus experts highlight what to look and listen for, courtesy of the Garaventa Center. (Read More).
In Recognition of Our Retiring Faculty (Apr. 17)
The Provost’s Office has announced the list of faculty members who will retire at the conclusion of the Spring 2024 semester. A ceremony and reception for all 2024 retirees will take place in the Bauccio Commons Board Room. (Read More).
Candidate Forum for Environmental Justice and Policy at UP! (Apr. 20)
All candidates running to replace the congressional seat currently held by Rep. Earl Blumenauer have been invited to participate in a candidate’s forum cosponsored by Portland Harbor Community Coalition, University of Portland (UP), 350PDX, NAYA Family Center, Unite Oregon, and many other partners. All students, staff, faculty, and community members are invited to attend. (Read More).
A Beckman Humor Project Concert Event: Music That Makes You Laugh (Apr. 25)
You’re invited to enjoy an evening of music meant to make us smile, chuckle, and sometimes subvert the status quo performed by vocalists and instrumentalists from UP’s Music faculty and selected students. (Read More).
Pilots Mental Health Promotion Toolkit Lunch & Learn (Apr. 29)
The Pilots Mental Health Promotion toolkit is a new resource for students to use. Join friends and colleagues from IHW and SONHI for a pizza lunch to help us as we review the toolkit and seek feedback to improve it. All faculty, staff, and students that are interested in mental health are welcome! (Read More).
Faculty/Staff Discount for Alumni Reunion 2024 | June 27–30
It’s time to register for Alumni Reunion 2024! Join us for boatloads of fun as we celebrate class years ending in 4 and 9, and the 60th Anniversary of both Mehling Hall and our Salzburg Study Abroad Program! (Read More).
Announcing “Possibilities in Palliative Care” A Fall Elective for All Majors
“Possibilities in Palliative Care: Interprofessional Perspectives” is a 2-credit course introducing students across disciplines to care within the context of serious illness and end-of-life. Students will develop skills in interdisciplinary coordination and communication using diverse learning strategies while exploring concepts surrounding humanities, spirituality, grief, and more. (Read More).