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Forming a strong Pilot community around your student is one of our top priorities at UP, and we recognize that this is especially difficult right now. Our Student Affairs departments have come up with creative ways to keep our students engaged and build connections with each other this semester. See below for highlights from Campus Ministry, the Office of Student Activities, and the Career Center!

Campus Ministry

  • The One Body Initiative: This is a great program for students to remain connected while (physically) distant. Campus Ministry will be sharing weekly videos and reflection guides through their newsletter before meeting in small groups. While small groups are already meeting, students can still sign up by emailing ministry@up.edu.      
  • Communal Prayer: The Fish community (non-denominational Christian group at UP) will host a time of prayer via Instagram live on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. Pacific Time. Fish welcomes students to join them for a 20-minute-ish boost to the week, which includes Scripture, prayer over intentions, and worship music. Students can also send their intentions via direct message or to fish@up.edu.          
  • Attending or Streaming Mass: Mass will continue to be live streamed on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and Monday through Friday at 12:05 p.m. Pacific Time. All are invited to participate remotely! Those living near campus are welcome to sign up to attend a Mass in person, but should view the guidelines on the campus ministry website.    
  • Office Hours: Students who are seeking resources, have questions, or simply would like to reach a Campus Minister can contact ministry@up.edu or call 503.943.7131. The office remains open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m. PST. Individual staff members may be operating on a more limited schedule and will respond to direct outreach as soon as possible.

Office of Student Activities

While there are limitations on social gatherings due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Office of Student Activities is adapting and adjusting programs and services to virtual environments.

  • Nearly all the organizations that traditionally plan and implement social and community-building events are transitioning to providing online events. Many of our nearly 100 recognized clubs and student organizations will also be hosting virtual meetings and events throughout the semester. For event listings, we encourage students to log in and visit Engage regularly to get involved. 
  • The Campus Program Board (CPB) is working to provide virtual escape rooms and other fun virtual events.
  • The student leadership team for Pilots After Dark is planning to host evening events on selected Friday nights including Trivia Nights and Bingo.
  • Our campus radio station, KDUP, is transitioning to a new broadcast space, but also plans on hosting online musical performances.
  • The Beacon (online student newspaper), The Log (yearbook), and Advantage (publicity service) are working diligently to provide content for the campus community.
  • Our VoteUP program plans to provide voter registration and education information leading up to the national election in November. The Engage platform also provides an easy way for students to register to vote, regardless of which state they are currently residing.
  • Students can receive the latest news and updates from the Office of Student Activities through their website, Instagram, or Facebook. Students may contact the Office of Student Activities staff by calling 503.943.7470 or by emailing stuact@up.edu.

Career Center

  • Handshake: This online portal is the best point of access for students to schedule appointments, find internship and job opportunities, connect with employers, and attend career events.
  • Open Office Hours: Students can connect with Career Center staff for quick career questions during daily Open Office Hours.   
  • Fall Events: Students can learn more about fall programs and events through their Handshake account. Fall semester highlights include the SHPE STEM Career Expo on Friday, October 23 from 2–5 p.m. and the Fall Internship & Job Expo on Monday, October 26 from 12–3 p.m.  
  • Social Media: Students and their families are encouraged to follow the Career Center on Instagram.