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03-30-2020

Prayers For Amy Dundon-Berchtold

March 27, 2020

University of Portland regent and longtime benefactor Amy Dundon-Berchtold passed away on Monday, March 16. A visionary real estate entrepreneur and investor, Amy, along with her husband Jim Berchtold ’63, gave generously to the University of Portland. In 2011, Amy and Jim created the Dundon-Berchtold Institute for Moral Formation and Applied Ethics, which offers classes, public events, and student-faculty research support. From the success of that endeavor, Amy and Jim provided the lead gift for the University’s first new academic building in 25 years, Dundon-Berchtold Hall. This new academic building has transformed the University of Portland campus, with classrooms, faculty offices, formal and informal gathering areas, and state-0f-the-art teaching resources.

After earning her bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California and a master’s degree from the University of California Irvine, Amy went on to a remarkably successful 40-year career buying, selling, and renovating properties. A dedicated philanthropist, Amy Dundon-Berchtold has also contributed to other endeavors, including the Boys & Girls Club of Garden Grove, the University of Southern California, the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, and many, many other worthy causes. Amy was elected to the University of Portland’s Board of Regents in 2013 and received an honorary doctorate from UP in 2019.

Please keep her husband Jim and their family in your thoughts and prayers.

 

 

Filed Under: 03-23-2020, 03-30-2020, University Relations Tagged With: Amy Dundon-Berchtold

Please Check for Coronavirus Resources, FAQs

March 27, 2020

All faculty and staff are asked to please remember that the University is uploading Coronavirus resources and FAQs at www.up.edu/coronavirus and in the Human Resources section of PilotsUP.

Filed Under: 03-30-2020, Campus Services, Human Resources Tagged With: Human Resources

#PilotsGive Has Been Postponed, But Watch for #PilotsGiveBack!

March 27, 2020

In light of growing concerns around Covid-19, development has made the difficult decision to postpone #PilotsGive, originally scheduled for April 1-2 , until a future date.

For the last two years, #PilotsGive has been a truly special occasion, bringing together worthy causes on campus with supportive donors from the greater Pilot community. We look forward to the day, hopefully not far off, when we will be able to announce that #PilotsGive is back on the calendar.

With the move to online learning last week at UP, everyday life on our campus has changed tremendously. However, it’s still very important for Pilots near and far to feel connected and a part of a positive and hopeful community. For this reason, we have decided to transition #PilotsGive into something more responsive to the current global situation.

In the days ahead, we will be sharing #PilotsGiveBack, an online movement for collecting stories, words of inspiration, connections to faith, and ways to provide impact. Near or far—all Pilots will be able to participate! Stay tuned!

Filed Under: 03-23-2020, 03-30-2020, Development, University Relations Tagged With: #PilotsGive 2020, Development

New Shiley School of Engineering Dean: Brian Fabien

March 27, 2020

Following a comprehensive search, the University of Portland has named Dr. Brian Fabien as the new dean of the Donald P. Shiley School of Engineering, effective July 1. Fabien joins UP from the University of Washington in Seattle, where he was most recently associate dean of academic affairs for the College of Engineering and professor of mechanical engineering.
“I am thrilled that Brian will be joining the University of Portland,” said Fr. Poorman.  “His sharp intellect, extraordinary leadership acumen, and steadfast commitment to UP’s Catholic and Holy Cross missions will not only benefit the Donald P. Shiley School of Engineering, but indeed our entire University community.”

Fabien is now the permanent successor to former engineering dean Sharon Jones, who left UP in June 2019 for the University of Washington’s Bothell campus. Matthew Kuhn has served as interim dean at the Shiley School for the past nine months.

“I am delighted and honored to be a member of the University of Portland community,” said Dr. Fabien. “It’s clear to me that everyone at UP is committed to educating the whole student, not just the mind and the hands, but also the heart.”

Fabien holds a Ph.D., master of philosophy, and master of science degree in mechanical engineering from Columbia University in New York; and a bachelor of engineering with honors degree from the City College of New York. Prior to his arrival in the University of Washington system in 1993, Fabien held prior professorships at the University of the West Indies and Ohio University. A corporate career in engineering preceded academia, highlighted by his role as the lead mechanical engineer overseeing the guidance sensors for the famed Hubble Space Telescope. Other industry posts include Xerox Corporation, PerkinElmer, and Textron, Inc. (Lycoming Engines Division).

For more information contact the provost’s office at x7105 or staten@up.edu.

 

Filed Under: 03-30-2020, Academics, Shiley School of Engineering Tagged With: Brian Fabien, Rev. Mark L. Poorman C.S.C., Shiley School of Engineering, Thomas Greene

A Women’s First in Engineering

March 27, 2020

Religious sisters have been part of life on The Bluff since the early days of the University, as caretakers, students, and professors. While most student-nuns enrolled in nursing and education courses, one did not, opting instead to enroll in an engineering course. The story of this nun and her interesting background is the subject of our latest post from the University Museum and Archives. Click this link to read more.

For more information contact Carolyn Connolly, museum coordinator, at piatz@up.edu.

Filed Under: 03-30-2020, Campus Services, University Museum Tagged With: engineering, Museum

UP Writing Center Offering Virtual Writing Assistance

March 27, 2020

The UP Writing Center has transitioned to an online/virtual service for as long as classes are not meeting in person. Writing assistants have completed training on using MS Teams for videoconferences, and the Writing Center Scheduler has been updated to indicate to students seeking writing assistance that their conferences will now be virtual rather than in-person. We have many open spots on our scheduler, and since students will overall have less contact with their professors and peers, a one-on-one conference with a writing assistant could be a great way for them to find support in this strange time. Please consider encouraging your students to meet virtually with a writing assistant for any writing project they have still to complete this semester. From brainstorming ideas to putting finishing touches on a paper, we can help!

Appointments can be made at: https://up.mywconline.net/

Feel free to contact Writing Center Director Molly Hiro with any questions: hiro@up.edu

Filed Under: 03-23-2020, 03-30-2020, Academics, Campus Services Tagged With: Integrated Writing Center, Molly Hiro

Online Teaching Resources: Navigating Online Learning 

March 27, 2020

As our campus community continues to navigate the transition to online learning, the Academic Technology Services and Innovation team would like to take a moment to highlight some great resources for getting more familiar with our online instruction tools. 

Introduction to UP Moodle Guides 

Take Five: Online Synchronous Sessions  

For additional resources or help with your online learning activities, please contact atsi@up.edu. 

Filed Under: 03-30-2020, Academic Technology Services, Academics Tagged With: Academic Technology Services & Innovations, Information Services

New UP Virtual Programming & Activities Resource

March 27, 2020

Student activities has launched the University of Portland’s Virtual Programming and Activities page for people who are looking for something to do, thanks to the efforts of Samantha Trunkett. From National Park tours to the KDUP Live Stream, there are many things that people can use to pass the time. Please use this link to open up your exploration opportunities.

For more information contact Trunkett at x7577 or trunkett@up.edu.

Filed Under: 03-30-2020, Academics, Campus Services, Student Activities Tagged With: Samantha Trunkett, Student Activities

AV Services Office: Online Collaboration Available

March 27, 2020

Beginning March 23, the AV Services office in BC 018 has reduced staffing and will close daily at 5 p.m. However, AV Services staff remain available to assist you by phone (x7774), email (av@up.edu), or video chat (via Teams) during all of our regular hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need assistance with:

  • Connecting and operating web cameras, microphones, document cameras, or other equipment to off-site computers for remote instruction, lecture capture, or video conferencing
  • Hosting or joining a meeting in Microsoft Teams
  • Producing, editing, and converting original video/audio files
  • Embedding video/audio files in Moodle
  • Accessing video/audio files in MediaSpace or any other topic where we may be able to be of service.

We are happy to support you any way we can during this time of transition to online collaboration and distance learning.

Filed Under: 03-30-2020, Academics, Campus Services Tagged With: AV Services, Information Services

Learning Commons Online Resources: Encourage Students to Utilize Peer Tutors

March 27, 2020

The Learning Commons is now running all programs online, and student usage is up from the first week of online instruction, according to director Jeffrey White. By encouraging your students to connect with a peer tutor, you might help them to connect more deeply to learning and studying online while engaging socially with our peer tutors. Use this link to find out more.

Filed Under: 03-30-2020, Academics, Campus Services, Learning Commons Tagged With: Jeffrey White, Learning Commons

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