The John Burroughs Association has announced that Portland Magazine editor and novelist Brian Doyle has been selected as the winner of the 2017 John Burroughs Medal for Distinguished Nature Writing for his book, Martin Marten, published by Macmillan Publishers in 2015. The John Burroughs Medal will be presented, and the finalists recognized, on April 3 at the Annual […]
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IRS Form 1095-C On Its Way
In the next few days, employees of UP who worked full-time during any month in calendar year 2016 will be receiving a form called Form 1095-C via U.S. mail. This is an IRS form that UP is required to send to employees. Employees who did not work full-time during any month in 2016 will not […]
Celebrate Thirst Friday at the Garaventa Center, Feb. 10
Ready to celebrate surviving the snow and ice (fingers crossed) and the start of the new semester? Join us in the Garaventa Center for Thirst Friday on February 10, from 4-6 p.m., in Franz Hall room 330 for lively conversation and tantalizing treats, including our not-to-be-missed M&Ms tasting menu. (Cheesecake M&Ms, anyone?) Come for 10 […]
Nominate Students For 2017 Gerhardt Award
The Office of Alumni Relations is accepting nominations for the 2017 Thomas A. Gerhardt Award for Student Leadership. Criteria for selection include: Student must be a graduating senior; Student must have demonstrated leadership throughout his or her undergraduate career; Student must demonstrate consistent dedication to the University and the community through service to God and neighbor. […]
“Humor In Nursing” Talk with Hob Osterlund: Feb. 7
Writer, photographer, and advanced practice nurse Hob Osterlund will present “Humor in Nursing: How to Find Time to Laugh When There’s Zero Time for Lunch” on Tuesday, February 7, at 7:15 p.m., in the Bauccio Commons. Osterlund’s talk is sponsored by the Garaventa Center, the School of Nursing, and the Beckman Humor Project and is […]
Who Put Sol in the Solar System? The Muse of Math Knows
The University museum poses the following Jeopardy answer: “What is a thousand-sided polygon?” Question: “A mathematical model that can be expressed, but not modeled; for the sake of example, a Chiliagon.” For those who notice that the Museum blog leans towards the Muse of History (Clio) and seems neglectful of the other liberal arts, our […]
“Why Aren’t Comics Funny Anymore?,” Feb. 9
Charles Brownstein, Executive Director of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, moderates an all-star panel of experts to discuss the question of humor in comics from a variety of professional perspectives on Thursday, February 9, at 7:15 p.m., in Franz Hall room 120. Panelists include Diana Schutz (editor of Sin City, Grendel, and Usagi Yojimbo), Mark Russell (God is […]
Palanca, Please, by Feb. 2
A group of 39 students will be attending the October Encounter with Christ Retreat along with 22 student leaders from February 3-5, according to Beth Barsotti, Campus Ministry. Would you consider writing a note (palanca) to the students you know on the list? This is an opportunity to encourage students and express appreciation for them outside […]
“Why Theology Needs the Simpsons,” Feb. 1
Mike Wode and Brendan Ryan, C.S.C., will present “Why Theology Needs the Simpsons” at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday, February 1, in Franz Hall room 120. The event is free and open to all. Wode and Ryan are members of the residence life staff. They posit: “The Simpsons TV show has defined a generation. Because of […]
UP Ski Team: Yes, We Really Had One
Inspired by recent adventures and misadventures when over a foot of fresh powder snow blanketed campus, the University Museum and Archives turn back time to the 1940s and 1950s, when UP had an actual Ski Team. Travel to our blog to read more about the short-lived ski program, witness the cool alpine clothing, snow lodge life with tea […]