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Retirement Reception for Pamela Potter, Dec. 16
Retirement Reception for Pamela Potter, Dec. 16
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Pamela Potter, associate professor of nursing, will retire at the end of fall semester. She came to the Bluff in 2007 with a BS from Norther… Read More

Retirement Reception for Pamela Potter, Dec. 16
MLK Day Celebration, Jan. 20: A "Day On" at UP
MLK Day Celebration, Jan. 20: A “Day On” at UP
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In 2020 the University of Portland will mark national Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a "day on," not a day off, according to Yuri Hernández O… Read More

MLK Day Celebration, Jan. 20: A “Day On” at UP
Faculty and Staff Giving: Sending A Powerful Message
Faculty and Staff Giving: Sending A Powerful Message
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Each year some 8,000 donors — including more than 300 staff and faculty members — give financially to support UP students and programs. Gift… Read More

Faculty and Staff Giving: Sending A Powerful Message
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This Issue: Dec. 9-15, 2019

You’re Invited: Columbia Sportswear Passes Good Dec. 13-Jan. 5

With the holiday season right around the corner, now is a great time to beat the crowds and get ahead of your holiday shopping at the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store. University of Portland employees are exclusively invited to access the store from December 13 to January 5. UP faculty and staff will receive the Columbia Sportswear employee discount, meaning items are marked with employee pricing of 40 to 50 percent off retail for all of the latest products from the Columbia Sportswear … [Read More...] about You’re Invited: Columbia Sportswear Passes Good Dec. 13-Jan. 5

Retirement Reception for Pamela Potter, Dec. 16

Pamela Potter, associate professor of nursing, will retire at the end of fall semester. She came to the Bluff in 2007 with a BS from Northern Illinois University, an MA from the University of New Mexico, and a DNS from Yale University. Potter is well-known for her work in facilitating the development of the School of Nursing’s new undergraduate degree in integrative health and wellness studies. A farewell reception for Pamela Potter will be held on Monday, December 16, in Franz Hall's Murphy … [Read More...] about Retirement Reception for Pamela Potter, Dec. 16

MLK Day Celebration, Jan. 20: A “Day On” at UP

In 2020 the University of Portland will mark national Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a "day on," not a day off, according to Yuri Hernández Osorio, student activities. As the University community celebrates the legacy of Dr. King, there will be opportunities to engage in events throughout the day and ways to serve the community in the local neighborhood and beyond. Please RSVP and sign up here by Monday December 9. Keynote speaker Walidah Imarisha will share with participants from … [Read More...] about MLK Day Celebration, Jan. 20: A “Day On” at UP

2019 Staff Christmas Luncheon, Dec. 16

The 2019 Staff Christmas Luncheon will take place on Monday, December 16, starting at 11:30 a.m., in the Beauchamp Recreation & Wellness Center. The social will begin at 11:30 a.m., lunch starts at 12:15 p.m., and the formal program begins at 12:45 p.m. This will be a wonderful opportunity to connect with old friends and new, enjoy a delicious holiday buffet, enter to win prizes, and celebrate the achievements of your coworkers. University president Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., will offer … [Read More...] about 2019 Staff Christmas Luncheon, Dec. 16

Advent Visio Divina: A Time of Peaceful Quiet

All members of the community are invited to step aside from holiday madness for 25 minutes of a silent prayer form known as Visio Divina, “sacred seeing,” in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher following the noon Mass, about 12:35-1 p.m., on Thursday, December 12. This ancient contemplative form of prayer asks only our quiet presence as we are guided through an experience of a sacred image from our illuminated Saint John’s Bible. Sponsored by the Office of Campus Ministry and the Garaventa Center. … [Read More...] about Advent Visio Divina: A Time of Peaceful Quiet

TIAA Representative Campus Visits, Dec. 17-18

A representative from TIAA, which administers the University’s retirement accounts, will be on campus the following dates and times: Tuesday, December 17, 2019 - Waldschmidt 3rd floor Conference Room #300 Wednesday, December 18, 2019 - Waldschmidt 3rd floor Conference Room #300 Financial counseling appointments with Rebecca Rohleder are available between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on those days. Schedule your appointment today at www.tiaa-cref.org/schedulenow or by calling call TIAA at … [Read More...] about TIAA Representative Campus Visits, Dec. 17-18

Please Load Scholarly Activity On The Portal

The Scholarly Activity Portal is always live and ready for faculty input on PilotsUP under the “Academics” menu. The data obtained via the portal is used to populate A Community of Scholars (published annually by the Provost’s office), the Clark Library’s annual celebration of UP authors, and annual self-evaluations. Faculty members will send a report from their portal to their respective deans as a part of the annual self-evaluation process, and they can also use the data entered to develop … [Read More...] about Please Load Scholarly Activity On The Portal

Holiday Payday Information: Please Note

Christmas break is around the corner and to ensure the correct payment of employee wages, we ask that you report your timecards correctly and submit them on time. Please follow the holiday policy found under “Payroll Guidance for Non-Exempt Employees on Holidays and Shutdown Days” at this link. Timecards are due on the following schedules: Monthly (exempt) timecards are due by December 17, 2019, for the entire month of December (vacation/sick hours), and will be paid on December 23, … [Read More...] about Holiday Payday Information: Please Note

Anticipation of Christmas: Did You Know?

Did you know about the role of anticipation in preparing for Christmas? “On that day…” is a phrase that features in many of the first readings through the beginning of the Season of Advent. The Season starts with a sense of anticipation. Those using the readings are taken into the Book of Isaiah and the longings of the people of Israel for the coming of the day of the Lord – the day when many of the anxieties and struggles of life are brought to a peaceful resolution. The readings point to a … [Read More...] about Anticipation of Christmas: Did You Know?

Scheduling Library and Digital Lab Sessions for Spring 2020

The Clark Library offers instruction in two areas: information literacy and multimedia skills. Now is a great time to schedule us to meet with your classes before our calendar fills up. Librarians teach information literacy sessions and collaborate with faculty to make sure key concepts are covered. They also create course guides to support students in their academic research and projects. To schedule a class meeting, please email preferred dates and times to reference@up.edu. The Digital Lab … [Read More...] about Scheduling Library and Digital Lab Sessions for Spring 2020

Diversity Dialogues 2020: Jan. 20-31

Mark your calendars now for Diversity Dialogues 2020, coming up January 20-31. Diversity Dialogues is programming designed to engage and educate the student body on issues, topics, and events related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Faculty and staff are encouraged to attend and participate in the many engaging events and topics to be covered. Please also, think about giving out extra credit to encourage student participation. You can check out the line up for this year using this link, … [Read More...] about Diversity Dialogues 2020: Jan. 20-31

TLC Teaching Tip of the Week: Managing YOUR Stress as a College Instructor

The "UP Way" of being here for our students is unparalleled. Done with our whole minds, hearts and souls, it can also take quite a toll on us as teachers. As we head into the amazing perk of Christmas Break, the Tweet version of this TLC teaching tip is TAKE THE BREAK! The longer version is available in this brief article from the American Psychological Association. You've been told countless times on airplanes to put on your own oxygen mask before trying to help others. That goes for college … [Read More...] about TLC Teaching Tip of the Week: Managing YOUR Stress as a College Instructor

Electric Car Charging Station Rule Changes Effective Jan. 13

The University’s ChargePoint electric car charging stations located at the Clark Library and LP Tennis Center parking lots have been well used. The public safety office is updating the station rules to ensure that the charging stations are accessible and rotating effectively for all UP student, faculty, and staff electric car owners. Starting on January 13, 2020, students, faculty, and staff can charge at the stations free for the first four hours, with a fee of $1.75 per hour after four … [Read More...] about Electric Car Charging Station Rule Changes Effective Jan. 13

Looking for Gonzaga Tickets? Or Free Kids’ Tickets?

If you're still looking for Gonzaga tickets the athletics office still has some available, but they're going fast. Click this link to purchase tickets to the biggest Men's basketball game of the season. Don't forget that kids 12 and under get free tickets to men's and women's basketball games over the holiday break: Dec. 13: Men vs. Evergreen State, 7 p.m. Dec. 15: Women vs. PSU, 2 p.m. Dec. 16: Men vs. Florida A&M, 7 p.m. Dec. 19: Men vs. Jackson State, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 9: … [Read More...] about Looking for Gonzaga Tickets? Or Free Kids’ Tickets?

UP Wind Symphony: Blowing Away The Competition

The University of Portland Wind Symphony has been invited to perform at the 2020 Oregon Music Education Association conference in Eugene, OR on Friday, January 17, at 4 p.m., in the Soreng Theatre at the Hult Center. The ensemble was selected through a blind audition process. The concert is free and open to the public. The Wind Symphony consists of 55 members representing every school on campus and is conducted by Patrick Murphy, performing and fine arts. The undergraduate conducting … [Read More...] about UP Wind Symphony: Blowing Away The Competition

A Taste of UP for Friends, Families, Founders

From early years—when Archbishop Alexander Christie would come to campus to celebrate his Name Day, i.e., later becoming Founder’s Day—UP has been privileged to share the life and wonders of its campus with friends and families. For a brief retrospective of the recent Junior & Senior Family Weekend, plus news of a picnic under the pines in 1934, follow this link to read a post from the University Archives and Museum. For more information contact Carolyn Connolly, museum coordinator, … [Read More...] about A Taste of UP for Friends, Families, Founders

Faculty, Staff Fitness Schedule for Finals Week

Finals week will have the following fitness schedule for faculty and staff in the Beauchamp Center: Mon., Dec. 8: No classes. Tue., Dec. 9: Sweaty 20 with Julee, 12:15 p.m., Studio 30 Wed., Dec. 10: Centering Yoga with Karen, 12:05 p.m., Studio 30 Thur., Dec. 11: Rowing with Ryan, 12:05 p.m., Studio 30 Fri., Dec. 12: Zumba with Brady, 12:05 p.m., Studio 30. For more information contact Kaitlin Bourne, recreational services, at bourne@up.edu. … [Read More...] about Faculty, Staff Fitness Schedule for Finals Week

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