Pilot Kids Day Camp registration for summer 2017 is now open. The camp is for children entering grades 1-6 in fall 2017 and is staffed by University of Portland students, who lead small groups of campers in active games and sports as well as arts and crafts and drama projects. Cost is $155 per session through May 12, $170 per session after May 12. Children […]
04-17-2017
Prost with Profs, April 26: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry!
The Class of 2017 invites faculty and staff to eat, drink, and be merry at Prost with Profs on Wednesday, April 26, 7:45-10 p.m., in the Pilot House. The event is meant to celebrate with seniors and toast their success on the Senior Class Campaign. Food and drink will be provided. Please RSVP by April […]
Mary Oakes Presenting 2017 “Last Lecture”
As the kick-off of Senior Night, Last Lecture is an opportunity for a beloved professor to share photos, stories, and sentimental life advice as seniors prepare for commencement and beyond. Each year, the Senior Class Campaign Committee nominates eight professors and the entire senior class has an opportunity to vote for who will speak. The […]
Seventh UP Student Offered 2017 Fulbright Grant
The Fulbright program has now announced that another student has been named a finalist for the 2017 awards, bringing the total of UP students selected to seven. Ashley Martinez ’17 was offered a Study/Internship to Mexico. The other finalists for the English Teaching Assistantships (ETA) include Jessica Busek ’17 (Luxembourg), Claire Kenneally ’17 (Bulgaria), Alana Laanui […]
All Hands On Deck Crowdfunding Site Open!
As part of All Hands On Deck, the University’s first annual giving campus campaign, the Office of Development has launched a crowdfunding site for the UP women’s rowing team. Crowdfunding is a fast and excellent way to generate support for important projects like the new rowing center on the lower campus. Through the rowing crowdfunding […]
Retiring Faculty Ceremony, April 19
The following faculty members have announced their retirement at the conclusion of the spring 2017 semester, according to Kathleen Staten, provost’s office: Matthew Baasten, associate provost, dean of the Graduate School, theology faculty Carol Craig, nursing Wayne Lu, engineering James Male, engineering Zia Yamayee, engineering The late Fr. Ronald Wasowski, C.S.C., who would have retired […]
In Memoriam: Rev. David Sherrer, C.S.C.
Rev. David Sherrer, C.S.C., who served for many years at the University of Portland in numerous roles — as a member of the English faculty, department chair, dean of the Graduate School, and academic vice president— passed away on Thursday, April 13, at Holy Cross House in Notre Dame, Indiana. Fr. Sherrer had been retired […]
Don’t Miss the Last Thirst Friday of the Year, April 21
Come one, come all, and bring friends! It’s the final Thirst Friday of the year, replete with tasty libations and treats, and as the finale of our tasting menu theme this year, no less than 15 varieties of Lays potato chips from around the world. Stop by for a few minutes or spend a couple […]
2017 Retiring University Faculty Post
Congratulations to our retiring faculty! The University Archives and Museum announces a new post on our blog featuring these five members of the University faculty. Visit our site for a slideshow of the honored retirees and see how they’ve changed over the years. To complement the blog post, the museum also has a photograph display […]
Caring for Aging Parents Workshop: April 19
The Nursing Alumni Chapter and Office of Alumni & Parent Relations invite you to join us for an educational workshop featuring a panel of healthcare and social work professionals. Learn how best to support aging family members and have your questions answered. The Caring for Aging Parents Workshop will take place on Wednesday, April 19, […]