All University community members are welcome to join University president Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., as he presents the 2018 State of the University address on Tuesday, February 27, at the Sentinel Hotel in downtown Portland. He will share his vision on how our work shapes lives on and beyond The Bluff. Kathy Perko ’84 will also speak about […]
02-19-2018
TLC From The TLC: Faculty-Led Abroad Experiences & Planning for Accessibility
Participation in faculty-led study abroad courses, programs and experiences provides outstanding ways for UP students to deepen their understanding of discipline-specific content in an international context. Are you thinking of creating a faculty-led study abroad program or course (or have you already created one)? It is important to plan for accessibility while creating your course […]
STEM Innovation Fellows Wanted: Apply by Feb. 25
The National Science Foundation (NSF) Improving Undergraduate Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education team is asking for applications for STEM Innovation Fellows to participate in the 2017 institute, according to Stephanie Salomone, mathematics. Those interested need to apply at this link by Sunday, February 25, 2018. The UP team will develop new, evidence-based methods for teaching classes, […]
Pilots Baseball is Back! Tickets On Sale Now
Pilots baseball is back on The Bluff this week! Join us on Wednesday to see the first pitch of the season as the Pilots take on Oregon. The game is set to begin at 6 p.m. Come back again on Friday to watch the first of the Pilots’ three-game series versus Saint Joseph’s. Both games […]
Episode 223 “Portside With The Pilots” Online Now
The latest episode of “Portside With The Pilots,” no. 223, is available now at this link, according to Jason Brough, athletics. Dropbox links are provided here for direct downloading, embedding, and posting. Individual segments include: UP Men’s Soccer Lands Top-Ranked Recruiting Class in the Country UP Men’s Basketball Freshman Tahirou Diabate Embraced By Christie Hall […]
Congregation of Holy Cross Wine & Cheese Social: You’re Invited!
University faculty and staff are asked to save the date for the next Congregation of Holy Cross Wine and Cheese Social on Friday, March 9, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The social will take place at the Holy Cross Court lounge, located at the lower level of 5410 N. Strong St. Be our guest, and join us […]
Student-Athletes Choose 2018 Difference Award Faculty Winners
The athletics department would like to acknowledge this year’s winners of the Difference Award. Each year, student-athletes nominate professors who they feel have made a difference in their lives. The definition is left intentionally vague, allowing students to reflect on the many ways a professor may have made a difference to them. This year, four […]
“Women of the Book: A Concert with Words,” Feb. 22
All are invited to enjoy world premieres of sacred art songs inspired by the feisty, faithful women of the Bible on Thursday, February 22, at 7:30 p.m., in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. “Women of the Book: A Concert with Words” is free and open to all; a reception with artists and composers will […]
Final ReadUP Discussion Group, Feb. 22
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, […]
Announcing New Ignite Grants for Faculty Innovation in Teaching & Learning
The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce the Ignite Grants for Faculty Innovation in Teaching and Learning. With up to $5,000 per grant, Ignite will support new ideas and approaches for course, curriculum, and program development that make an innovative contribution to UP’s teaching and learning future. Proposals will also advance Vision 2020 and […]