The Brian Doyle Scholarship for Creative Writing was established in 2018 by University of Portland regent Ralph Bliquez in memory of Brian Doyle, who passed away in May 2017. One aspiring writer will receive a $35,000 scholarship award for the 2019-2020 academic year. Applications are being accepted from now until April 1, 2019. Faculty and staff are […]
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University Ranks High in 2018-2019 Fulbrights
The University of Portland is one of the top producers of Fulbright awards in the nation among master’s level institutions, according to an annual study just released by the Chronicle of Higher Education. The University was ranked 4th nationally in student Fulbright awards for the academic year 2018-2019, with five students who have received the prestigious […]
Together We All Add UP!
Mark your calendar for April 3-4, noon to noon, and get ready for one of the biggest days of the year for the University of Portland! #PilotsGive is a day of worldwide Pilot pride that raises critical support for scholarships, programs, innovative learning experiences, and student success. Will you help the University set a record with $1M in annual […]
Rowena Bramlette Retirement Reception: March 1
Please join the Office of Financial Affairs as we say goodbye to Rowena Bramlette, assistant vice president for budgeting. We will honor Rowena for her contributions to the University of Portland in a retirement reception to be held at the Pilot House on Friday, March 1, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. All University employees are […]
“Angel of the Amazon,” A New American Opera, Feb. 23
All are invited to a free performance of Angel of the Amazon, a new American opera by Evan Mack, on Saturday, February 23, at 7:30 p.m., in Buckley Center Auditorium. The opera presents the riveting story of Sr. Dorothy Stang and her 2005 martyrdom as she worked to help the poor in the Brazilian rainforest, and […]
Upcoming Thirst Friday, Feb. 8
All staff and faculty are warmly invited to enjoy tasty food, drinks, and good company at the next Thirst Friday on February 8 from 4-6 p.m. in the Garaventa Center (Franz 330). Celebrate friendships old and new, discover potential cross-campus collaborations, and try this month’s tasting menu. Accompanying our usual array of snacks and beverages […]
Stephanie Salomone: An Outstanding Educator
The Oregon Academy of Science has selected Stephanie Salomone, mathematics, as a winner of the OAS 2019 Outstanding Educator: Higher Education award. Nominees for this award have a demonstrated record of outstanding teaching in any of the subject areas encompassed by the Academy; nominees are judged on the unique contributions made by the candidate to […]
Remembering MLK: Interpretations of Change, Jan. 21
The University will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Day on Monday, January 21, featuring Diversity Dialogues at 4:15 p.m. in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. The guest speaker will be Erin Jones, a longtime educator and former administrator with Tacoma Public Schools, who will speak about her experience as a black woman in her […]
Please Help Chapel Choir Represent UP
A UP Pilot Funder campaign with a goal to raise $12,000 for a first-ever UP Chapel Choir tour to the University of Notre Dame is live right now, according to Maureen Briare, Campus Ministry. The UP Chapel Choir will visit the University of Notre Dame over spring break (March 2-8), and will serve as ambassadors […]
Last Chance! Donate To The Roosevelt High School Clothing Closet
The human resources office will be collecting new or gently used donations of warm winter clothing for the Roosevelt High School (RHS) Clothing Closet through January 18, 2019. The clothing closet is in dire need of winter items such as coats, hats, gloves, scarves, and sweaters. The RHS Clothing Closet is open to the entire […]