Each month, the marketing and communications office schedules a photographer to take a small number of head shots for our online directory. The January session is Tuesday, January 30, from 11 a.m. to noon. To set up an appointment, please contact Suzanne Frey at freys@up.edu or x8676 no later than 3 p.m. on Monday, January 29. Photos will be taken […]
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Graydon Royce, “Writing About the Arts,” January 31
The Garaventa Center invites you to a free talk by acclaimed theater critic Graydon Royce, “Writing About the Arts: Going Beyond ‘Great!’ or ‘Lousy!’” on Wednesday, January 31, at 7:15 p.m., in Franz Hall room 120. In his talk, Royce will explore how we can restore arts criticism from passing snarky judgement to its own […]
“The Ritual of Archaeology,” Jan. 30
Dundon-Berchtold fellows David Turnbloom, theology, and student Jonathan Wiley will present “Formed in the Dirt: The Ritual of Archaeology” on Tuesday, January 30, at 7:15 p.m., in the Bauccio Commons Terrace Room. Turnbloom and Wiley will discuss whether scientific research is a ritual, what effects research and ritual have on those who practice them, and […]
Happy 98th Birthday, Donald Shiley
Friday, January 19, 2018 marks the 98th anniversary of the birth of Donald Pearce Shiley (pictured at left with his wife, regent Darlene Shiley), namesake and benefactor of the Shiley School of Engineering. Donald Shiley was a 1951 University of Portland alumnus who studied mechanical engineering. In his honor, Aziz Inan, engineering, has prepared the following […]
January Cybersecurity Focus: New Year’s Resolutions and Data Privacy
It’s the new year and time to make some resolutions. Why not resolve to be more secure by taking steps to protect your personal information? Like millions of people across the globe, you may be unaware how your personal information is being used, collected, or shared in our digital society. In this month’s cybersecurity newsletter, learn simple steps you can take […]
Women’s Basketball at Home This Saturday
Come out this Saturday to cheer on the women in their match-up versus Saint Mary’s! The game is set to begin at 2 p.m. For tickets and more information, go online to PortlandPilots.com/Tickets, visit the Pilots Box Office, or call (503) 943-GoUP. Go Pilots!
Attention Phi Beta Kappa Members
The Provost’s office is exploring the possibility of a UP chapter of Phi Beta Kappa (PBK). In order to apply, the University must have a critical mass of faculty members who are themselves PBK members. If you are a member, please email scholars@up.edu and share that information. Phi Beta Kappa is the oldest honor society for the […]
Men’s Basketball vs. Gonzaga: It’s This Thursday!
Pilot fans, join us this Thursday to cheer on the Pilots as they take on Gonzaga! The game is set to begin at 8 p.m. For the first time, friends and family of employees can purchase a discounted ticket to the big game at $10 off. Simply enter the promo code “PILOTPRIDE” at checkout. For tickets […]
HR Asking for Updates to Employee Info
The Office of Human Resources has begun a project is to update staff job information and job related qualifications and experiences, according to Sandy Chung, HR. The projects is being implemented because Oregon recently passed legislation that requires employers to gather and update certain types of information to remain in compliance with Oregon employment law. As […]
Jan. 24 Music at Midweek: Duo Odéon
Violin-piano team Duo Odéon, formed in 2014 by violinist Hannah Leland and pianist Aimee Fincher, will perform for Music at Midweek on Wednesday, January 24, at 12:30 p.m., in Mago Hunt Center Recital Hall. All are welcome. Leland and Fincher were completing their doctoral studies at Arizona State University when their mutual passion for twentieth […]