The human resources office has set up Zoom workshops for UP employees this week, according to Sandy Chung, HR. Because these workshops are voluntary, they can be done during your work time as approved by a supervisor or outside your work time if you wish to participate voluntarily for your own enrichment. Employees with any […]
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Clark Library: New Multimedia Guide
Want to learn more about graphic design, photography, film, or audio? The Clark Library’s Digital Lab has a new guide for anyone interested in creating and using multimedia. The Multimedia guide provides a wealth of information including self-paced online courses and eBooks, as well as links to image collections and professional organizations for each discipline. […]
Latest COVID Updates From Fr. Mark
University president Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., sent the following message to the UP community on Friday, October 2, with updates on the University’s COVID response and plans: I begin this message with a sentiment that I have expressed often in emails to the UP community: gratitude. I am grateful for your flexibility and understanding […]
New UP Policy: Workplace Fairness Act
The State of Oregon passed a law called the Workplace Fairness Act, and the President’s Leadership Cabinet has implemented a new University policy consistent with this law, according to Sandy Chung, human resources. This new policy is called the Addendum to Harassment and Discrimination Policies. All University employees are encouraged to review this policy. This […]
Latinx Heritage Month Speaker: Walter Thompson-Hernández, Oct. 8
The Diversity and Inclusion Programs will team with Portland Magazine to bring New York Times writer and UP alumnus Walter Thompson-Hernández to campus through a virtual presentation on Thursday, October 8, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The event will consist of an hour-long presentation, followed by a 30-minute Q&A session. The talk will be free […]
Last Call For Friday’s QPR Suicide Prevention Training
On Friday, October 2, from 3:15-4:30 p.m., the Health and Counseling Center is offering a QPR suicide prevention workshop to navigate ways to help others in crisis during these challenging times of remote instruction and advising. Whether you have already been a part of the Academic Mental Health Network (AMHN) or hope to become a […]
“All Together” Project: A Record of Our Times
The Clark Library is collecting works to show what life is like during these challenging times. We invite students, faculty, staff, and alumni to submit creative works (photos, essays, poetry, or drawings) and share your experiences of this historic moment. All are welcome to submit works through the All Together website. For more information contact the Clark Library at x7111 or library@up.edu.
Tuition Exchange Benefit Information: Fall 2021
Faculty and staff who would like to use the University’s tuition exchange benefit (TES or CCCTE) for dependent children for the fall 2021 semester need to visit the HR website and fill out a request for approval, according to Jason McDonald, Dean of Admissions. The deadline is December 1. For more information contact Jason at […]
Student Flu Shot Clinic Tuesday, September 29
The Health & Counseling Center & UP School of Nursing will be hosting a flu shot clinic for students on Tuesday, September 29, from 1-4 p.m., on the Clark Library patio. Flu shots cost $20 or are free for students with coverage under Pacific Source student health insurance. Students can pay cash or charge the […]
Ben Kahn, Information Services: Say It Isn’t So!
According to information services CIO Curt Pederson, Ben Kahn (pictured) from academic technology services and innovations will be leaving his position at UP on October 8. “Ben will be extremely missed at UP,” says Pederson. “He has done a fantastic job during his time here in both his prior Moodle role and as interim director […]