All UP faculty, staff and students are invited to discuss this year’s ReadUP selection, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, in a final discussion group facilitated by Fr. Charlie Gordon, C.S.C., on Thursday, February 22, from noon to 1 p.m., in the Library Conference Room. Philosophy professor Thompson Faller, beloved retired member of our UP community, […]
02-05-2018
Announcing 2018 Commencement Speaker and Honorees
The University of Portland has announced the honorees to be recognized during the 2018 Commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 6. Commencement I begins at 10 a.m. and is for all graduates of the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Education. Commencement II starts at 2 p.m. and is held for undergraduate and […]
Dundon-Berchtold Hall Construction Begins
Construction on Dundon-Berchtold Hall will begin on Monday, February 5, according to Jim Ravelli, university operations. This will be the first construction of a new building in the middle of campus since Franz Hall was built in 1995 and, as with any major building project in such a central location, there will be some impacts […]
Outstanding Educator Award for Jacquie Van Hoomissen
Biology professor Jacquie Van Hoomissen has been selected as the Oregon Academy of Sciences (OAS) Outstanding Educator in Higher Education for 2018. She was cited for her “considerable contributions to life science education at the University of Portland.” She will be presented with the award on Saturday, March 3, at a ceremony at George Fox […]
Women’s Basketball Back at Home, Thursday & Saturday
The women are back in action this week as they look to score two home victories versus San Francisco and Pacific. The first game will take place this Thursday versus San Francisco. The game is set to begin at 7 p.m. Come back again on Saturday as the Pilots take on Pacific at 2 p.m. […]
The Saint John’s Bible: Did You Know?
The Saint John’s Bible is a stunning resource and a too-hidden jewel at UP. To mark the new millennium, the Benedictine monks of St. John’s Abbey in Collegeville Minnesota commissioned this work—the first fully hand-calligraphed, illuminated Bible manuscript to be crafted since the invention of the printing press, which is why it’s called The Saint John’s Bible. […]
UP Hosts National Association of Teachers of Singing Competition
The University recently hosted the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) classical competition for high school and college students from all of Oregon and Southwestern Washington, according to Nicole Hanig, performing and fine arts. UP senior Catherine Jacobs won first place in her division and then won first amongst all college students, earning her a […]
UPCrossroads Discussion, Feb. 14
UPCrossroads continues exploring the intersection of technology and ethics with its first discussion of the spring semester on Wednesday, February 14, at 3 p.m., in the Digital Lab. Rebecca Gaudino, theology, will lead a conversation about “Using Technology for a More Human Classroom.” She will explain her personal philosophy concerning holistic and active learning and will then share […]
Palanca for Encounter With Christ Students, Please
During the February Encounter with Christ (EWC) Retreat, 48 students will be attending along with 26 student leaders from February 9-11. 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 the classroom. Each retreatant will receive an envelope of surprise palanca. […]
Hey, UP Parents! Need a Night Out?
University parents are invited to take the opportunity to enjoy four hours of free time with their significant others while the UP onsite daycare watches their children on Parents Night Out, Friday, February 9, from 6-10 p.m. This service is provided by Vermont Hills Family Life Center daycare/preschool. The cost is $40 for one child […]