During the month of November, the Catholic Church traditionally remembers our beloved departed. We pray for the souls of our family and friends and give thanks for how we were blessed by their lives. Here at UP, we celebrate a Mass of Remembrance for all deceased members of the University community, particularly those who passed away in the last year. This year’s Mass of Remembrance will be celebrated on Sunday, November 17, at 10:30 a.m., in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. May the souls of … [Read More...] about November Mass of Remembrance: Sunday, Nov. 17
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This Issue: Nov. 11-17 3, 2019
Prayers for Peace, Nov. 11
All are invited to come together on Monday, November 11, at 2 p.m., at the International Peace Garden by Buckley Auditorium as students, faculty, staff, and religious from our UP community offer prayers for peace in multiple languages and faith traditions. The event is co-sponsored by the Garaventa Center and international student services. For ADA accommodations or more information: garaventa@up.edu or x7702. … [Read More...] about Prayers for Peace, Nov. 11
TLC Brownbag Lunch Session, This Tuesday, Nov. 12
The Teaching & Learning Collaborative will offer a bring-your-own-brownbag lunch conversation around “Navigating Worrying Conversations and Troubling Nonverbal Behaviors with Students” in the Murphy Room from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., this Tuesday, November 12, facilitated by Sarina Saturn, psychological sciences. This session will contain information about real-life experiences of students and the Academic Network for Mental Health (ANMH). The ANMH is a collaborative effort by staff and … [Read More...] about TLC Brownbag Lunch Session, This Tuesday, Nov. 12
Your 2019 ACUBE Excellence in Teaching Award Winner: Tara Prestholdt
Tara Prestholdt, biology, won the 2019 Excellence in Teaching Award at the 63rd Annual Meeting of the Association of College and University Biology Educators (ACUBE). The award is offered annually to honor faculty who both practice and promote effective, innovative teaching in the biology classroom. While the entire campus is no doubt aware of Prestholdt's polymathic proficiency, mathematics professor Stephanie Salomone explains it best: "Tara is a true mentor to her undergraduates. Tara’s … [Read More...] about Your 2019 ACUBE Excellence in Teaching Award Winner: Tara Prestholdt
UP Benefits Open Enrollment Open Now to Nov. 22
The Open Enrollment period for UP employee benefits is happening now and will end on Friday, November 22, at 11:59 p.m. All benefited employees are required to confirm or elect changes to their healthcare benefits during this time. During open enrollment, benefited employees can elect new flexible spending amounts, add or change supplemental life insurance, as well as add or drop dependents from healthcare. Employees who use the Share the Savings plan will need to submit new forms for 2020 … [Read More...] about UP Benefits Open Enrollment Open Now to Nov. 22
NIKE Employee Store Access: Sign Up By Nov. 15
University employees will have the opportunity to shop in the Nike Company Store in Beaverton during one visit between November 18–December 15. You must be signed up by 4 p.m. on Friday, November 15 in order to access the store during this period. Register here for your pass and more information. Brought to you by the alumni and parent relations office and Pilot athletics. … [Read More...] about NIKE Employee Store Access: Sign Up By Nov. 15
2019 Silent Auction: Donations Welcome!
The annual Silent Auction fundraiser will benefit the Tanzania and Peru Immersions in early December. The Moreau Center for Service & Justice needs faculty and staff to help them out. Donations are the backbone to the success of this fundraising event. People may donate individually or as a group. We appreciate a wide range of items, from inexpensive to expensive, purchased or handcrafted, gifts of time or services, gently used items in great condition, or gift cards large or small. We … [Read More...] about 2019 Silent Auction: Donations Welcome!
Veterans Day Vigil, Ceremony: Nov. 10-11
The University of Portland will host its annual Veterans Day commemoration ceremony on Saturday, November 11, at 11 a.m., at the Praying Hands/Broken Wall Memorial. The ceremony will commence at the close of a 24-hour vigil at the Praying Hands, and is sponsored by the University’s Air Force and Army ROTC programs. It will recognize campus members who have served during times of war, including World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, and Gulf War veterans. The ceremony will include a … [Read More...] about Veterans Day Vigil, Ceremony: Nov. 10-11
St. Joseph & The Holy Cross Brothers: Did You Know?
St. Joseph is the foster father of Jesus. He was engaged to Mary when, by the Holy Spirit, she became pregnant with Jesus – see the Gospel of Matthew 1:18-25. Not much is known about St. Joseph beyond the fact that he remained committed to raising Jesus alongside Mary and that he is named as a carpenter. Scriptures relay that several times he received dreams that helped him to know how to help Mary care for Jesus. From these few bits of information, St. Joseph has become the patron of many … [Read More...] about St. Joseph & The Holy Cross Brothers: Did You Know?
IGNITE Grants Information Session, Nov. 22
The development office and academic technology services & innovation will offer an IGNITE Grant information session on Friday, November 22, at 11:15 a.m., in Franz Hall room 33. The event is open to any staff or faculty member (or students working with faculty of staff), and topics will include: Why you should apply Tips on interpreting the request for proposal (RFP) Grant-writing strategies Other key steps A Q& A session will include a former IGNITE grantee. The … [Read More...] about IGNITE Grants Information Session, Nov. 22
Public Research Fellows Project Update
The Public Research Fellows Program, sponsored by CAS and the Humanities Collaborative, has lots of news to share on what we've been up to so far this inaugural year, as we engage with the Centennial of U.S. Women's Suffrage. Have a look at our newsletter to learn more, or contact Molly Hiro, English, at hiro@up.edu. … [Read More...] about Public Research Fellows Project Update
Honors Program Mentors Needed
Faculty members are invited to serve as Honors Program mentors. Faculty mentors assist with selecting the incoming honors class, are assigned two incoming honors student mentees, and are encouraged to meet with them on a regular basis during the students’ first two years at the University. Those who would like to learn more about being a mentor for fall 2020 are asked to contact John Orr (orr@up.edu). … [Read More...] about Honors Program Mentors Needed
You’re Invited: Columbia Sportswear Employee Store Access, Now to Dec. 1
All UP employees are welcome to stock up on winter outdoor gear and potential Christmas presents at the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store from now until Sunday, December 1. Be sure to register here in order to be sent the official invitation and further instructions. Brought to you by the alumni and parent relations office and Pilot athletics. … [Read More...] about You’re Invited: Columbia Sportswear Employee Store Access, Now to Dec. 1
STEM Center Joy of Teaching Lunch, Nov. 14
Join the STEM Education and Outreach Center and the Garaventa Center for their Joy of Teaching brown bag lunch on Thursday, November 14, noon to 1 p.m., in Franz Hall 120. The theme of this lunch is "Hope." Time to gather with like-minded joyful teachers for sharing of information, impressions, and the ends and pieces of leftover Halloween candy. For more information please email salomone@up.edu or childs20@up.edu. … [Read More...] about STEM Center Joy of Teaching Lunch, Nov. 14
“The Penelopiad” Pre-Play Panel and Reception, Nov. 16
All ticket holders for the Saturday, November 16 performance of The Penelopiad are invited to enjoy wine, cheese, and desserts as campus experts highlight what to look and listen for in this play based on a novella by Margaret Atwood. Sponsored by the Garaventa Center and the Rumpakis Chair for Hellenic Studies. For ADA accommodations or more information contact the Garaventa Center at garaventa@up.edu or x7702. For theater tickets call the Hunt Center box office at x7287. … [Read More...] about “The Penelopiad” Pre-Play Panel and Reception, Nov. 16
Free Theater Tickets for Staff and Faculty
UP’s Theater Program offers every staff and faculty member two complimentary tickets for each mainstage show they produce in Mago Hunt Center. When tickets go on sale, just call the box office at x7287, tell them you are an employee, and let them know which performance you’d like to see. Tickets will be held for you in the box office; just show your UP ID to claim them. Use this benefit to see Margaret Atwood’s The Penelopiad, playing on campus November 14-17. … [Read More...] about Free Theater Tickets for Staff and Faculty
Embedded Travel Component Courses: An Exciting Opportunity
CISGO wants faculty to know about an exciting opportunity to develop and lead a course that includes an embedded travel component, according to CISGO chair Lisa Reed, business. The Provost Council recently approved Guidelines for Courses with Embedded Travel Components and a Proposal Form to guide faculty in preparing proposals for these types of courses. CISGO is accepting proposals for courses to be offered in spring 2021 (deadline for proposal submissions is January 13, 2020) and fall … [Read More...] about Embedded Travel Component Courses: An Exciting Opportunity
“How Are You Teaching, Researching, Learning About Race?,” Nov. 12
Clinical professor Jann Murray-García of the UC-Davis Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing will present “How Are You Teaching, Researching, and Learning About Race?” on Tuesday, November 12, at 3 p.m., in the Brian Doyle Auditorium. Murray-García will visit as part of the School of Nursing’s 85th Anniversary Speaker Series. In 1998, with Melanie Tervalon, Murray-García introduced the now foundational concept of Cultural Humility in her most-oft cited publication, “Cultural Humility versus … [Read More...] about “How Are You Teaching, Researching, Learning About Race?,” Nov. 12
CISGO International Education Week Session: Diversity, Inclusion, Internationalization Grants
Faculty, staff and students who are interested in learning more about CISGO’s diversity, inclusion, and internationalization seed grants are invited to attend their session during International Education Week. The session takes place on Tuesday, November 19, from 4 to 6 p.m., in the Terrace Room. A group of 2019-2020 grant recipients will share their projects and discuss the ways in which their funding can (or did, or will) infuse a greater sense of internationalization, diversity and inclusion … [Read More...] about CISGO International Education Week Session: Diversity, Inclusion, Internationalization Grants
Jann Murray-Garcia, “Cultural Humility & Interrupting Scripts of Inequality,” Nov. 11
In celebration of the School of Nursing's 85th anniversary, our first guest speaker, Jann Murray-Garcia, will be visiting campus on Monday, November 11, 2019, to discuss "Cultural Humility and Interrupting Scripts of Inequality." Murray-García is a pediatrician and a founding faculty member and associate health sciences clinical professor at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis. For event details and to RSVP please click here. … [Read More...] about Jann Murray-Garcia, “Cultural Humility & Interrupting Scripts of Inequality,” Nov. 11
ReadUP Companion Guide Available Now
Want to learn more about the ReadUP book selection, The Leavers? The Clark Library has created a companion guide with author interviews, reviews, awards, and other resources. Visit the ReadUP site for the latest on upcoming events and opportunities to discuss the book. Faculty, staff, and commuter students can now pick up their pre-reserved copy of The Leavers from the Clark Library service desk. … [Read More...] about ReadUP Companion Guide Available Now
UP Wind Symphony Concert, Nov. 16: “The Legend of Maracaibo”
The Wind Symphony will celebrate the music of Spain, Portugal, and Mexico in a free concert, "The Legend of Maracaibo," at 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 16, in Buckley Center Auditorium (this is a venue change from the original location of Roosevelt High School). The Wind Symphony is conducted by Patrick Murphy, performing and fine arts, and undergraduate conducting associates Mike Cleary and Bianca Salazar. … [Read More...] about UP Wind Symphony Concert, Nov. 16: “The Legend of Maracaibo”
TLC Teaching Tip of the Week: Designing Courses That Enhance Learning
Just in time to start thinking about your spring course planning, Jeffrey White, Learning Commons, offers 7 minutes of advice answering the question“What Course Design Principles Enhance Student Learning?” in this IGNITE-funded video. … [Read More...] about TLC Teaching Tip of the Week: Designing Courses That Enhance Learning
Spring 2020 Moodle Courses: Timing, What’s New, and Support
Spring 2020 courses will be available in Moodle starting Friday, November 15 to allow instructors to get an early start in preparing courses for the upcoming semester, according to Ben Kahn. If you don’t see your courses right away, don’t press the panic button. It takes a few days to get all of the courses into the system. Yours will be there soon if you don’t see them right away. The first thing you’ll notice when you access your spring 2020 courses is the fresh new experience of the … [Read More...] about Spring 2020 Moodle Courses: Timing, What’s New, and Support
Provost’s Initiative for Undergrad Research: New Deadline
Faculty members are invited to apply for one of ten spring 2020 Provost’s Initiative grants for support to collaborate with an undergraduate on a co-designed research project during the spring semester 2020. Students are expected to meet and work with the faculty member weekly. Students will enroll in a 493 course and will earn a minimum of 1-credit for their work on the project and produce an artifact (research paper, lit review, or presentation etc.) appropriate to the discipline. (Note 1 … [Read More...] about Provost’s Initiative for Undergrad Research: New Deadline
New Faculty Profiles: Welcome Aboard!
This week the Office of the Provost is pleased to introduce: Cynthia Backer, Instructor, School of Nursing Jose Reyna, Visiting Instructor, Biology Lucy Shanno, Visiting Instructor, Performing and Fine Arts Visit the 2019 New Faculty Profiles page and get to know all our new faculty members. … [Read More...] about New Faculty Profiles: Welcome Aboard!
Climbing Wall Friends & Family Event, Nov. 23
All UP employees are welcome to bring family and friends to the Beauchamp Center climbing wall for a few hours of climbing and fun on Saturday, November 23, 1-3 p.m. Other activities include making rugs and doormats with retired climbing ropes and painting/designing coffee mugs. The ratio of adults to minors is 1:2 and an adult/guardian must be present at all times while minors are climbing. There is no age or weight requirement; however, a climber must be big enough to fit into either adult … [Read More...] about Climbing Wall Friends & Family Event, Nov. 23
Jazz Faculty Recital, Nov. 15
Members of the University of Portland jazz faculty will present a recital on Friday, November 15, at 5 p.m., in Mago Hunt Center Recital Hall. The program will feature original compositions by the faculty as well as jazz standards, with Don Norton on saxophone, Ryan Meagher on guitar, Bill Athen on bass, Tyson Stubelek on drums, and Dan Harvey on piano. This event is free and open to the public. For ADA accommodations or other questions, please contact the PFA office at x7228 or pfa@up.edu. … [Read More...] about Jazz Faculty Recital, Nov. 15
2019 Flexible Spending Accounts Information
Human resources would like to remind employees who signed up for a 2019 medical or childcare flexible spending account offered by UP that services must be incurred in 2019 to be eligible for reimbursement. You will have until March 30, 2020 to submit reimbursement requests for elgible expenses incurred in 2019 to Allegiance. In April 2020, any unused medical FSA balances between $20 and $500 will rollover into a 2020 flexible spending account. Dependent care balances are not eligible for … [Read More...] about 2019 Flexible Spending Accounts Information
Basketball Back on The Bluff, By Golly
Basketball is back on The Bluff, with action-packed matchups this week: Women’s Basketball vs. Warner Pacific, Wednesday Nov. 13, 11 a.m., Chiles Center Men’s Basketball vs. Maine, Saturday, November 16, 7 p.m., Chiles Center Women’s Basketball vs. Fresno State, Sunday, November 17, 1 p.m., Chiles Center. Followed by Parent-Daughter Clinic--if you are interested in attending please RSVP to Fishera@up.edu For more information contact athletics at x7117 or go to … [Read More...] about Basketball Back on The Bluff, By Golly
Free Screening: “Trans Dudes with Lady Cancer,” Nov. 18
The School of Nursing's International Education, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee (IEDI) will offer a free screening of "Trans Dudes with Lady Cancer," a short film documenting the journey of two transmasculine people, their families, and communities as they navigate breast cancer and ovarian cancer within the medical system. The screening will be on Monday, November 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the Bauccio Commons. Find out more at the film's Eventbrite and Facebook pages. A Q&A with Erin … [Read More...] about Free Screening: “Trans Dudes with Lady Cancer,” Nov. 18
TIAA Representative Campus Visits Coming Up
A representative from TIAA, which administers the University’s retirement accounts, will be on campus the following dates and times: Monday, November 25, 2019 - Waldschmidt 3rd floor Conference Room #300 Tuesday, November 26, 2019 - Dundon Berchtold Conference Room #132 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 … [Read More...] about TIAA Representative Campus Visits Coming Up
UP Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Watch Party, Nov. 15
All faculty, staff, students, and the public are welcome to come watch the Pilot men’s and women’s cross country teams compete live in the West Regionals from Colfax, WA, in the Pilot House on Friday, November 15. The women will run at 11:30 a.m., and the men will take off a 12:30 p.m. For more information contact athletics at x7117 or go to portlandpilots.com. … [Read More...] about UP Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Watch Party, Nov. 15
Inaugural CAS Colleagues Mixer, Nov. 14
The first CAS Colleagues event will take place on Friday, November 15, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., in Franz 120. All are welcome to come mingle, sip, and chat and get to know their campus colleagues. "At the heart of it, the thread that weaves us together is our intellectual curiosity; the drive of a hungry mind to reach out and explore the world." Come learn more about your intellectually-curious colleagues, Nicole Leupp Hanig and Jeff Meiser. For more information contact Jacqueline Van Hoomissen, … [Read More...] about Inaugural CAS Colleagues Mixer, Nov. 14