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05-10-2021

Leadership in Organizations: The Role of the Board, May 25 at 4 p.m.

May 7, 2021

All nonprofits have two things in common: a need for good governance and a board of directors that provides the governing direction. This Learning Labs session will help deepen your understanding of governance, the role of the board, and general board operations. We will also delve into related issues such as DEI, group dynamics and […]

Filed Under: 05-10-2021, 05-17-2021, 05-24-2021, Academics, Pamplin School of Business Tagged With: Learning Labs

May Zoom Updates

May 7, 2021

Zoom has released a couple of exciting new features for the month of May, as well as standard monthly bug and security fixes. For more information on the newest features and how to ensure that your Zoom client has the most recent updates, visit ATSI’s monthly Zoom article on the Techtalk Blog.

Filed Under: 05-10-2021, Academic Technology Services, Academics Tagged With: Academic Technology Services & Innovations

Moment of Beauty With The Saint John’s Bible: Fulfillment of Creation

May 4, 2021

As the academic year draws to a close, enjoy this final installment from The Saint John’s Bible, Fulfillment of Creation, from Romans 8. Bits of computer code, football plays, galaxies viewed through the Hubble Telescope and calligraphy are among the images artist Thomas Ingmire uses to communicate the idea that humanity participates in the ongoing work of creation […]

Filed Under: 05-10-2021, Campus Services, Garaventa Center Tagged With: The Saint John's Bible

Faculty Development Day (May 11) Program is Available

April 30, 2021

The Committee on Teaching and Scholarship is pleased to announce that the virtual Faculty Development Day program is ready! We hope this helps you plan your schedule so you can get the most out of it and support your colleagues who are presenting. The day begins at 8:45 a.m. with a welcome and keynote, followed by […]

Filed Under: 05-03-2021, 05-10-2021, Academics Tagged With: Faculty Development Day, Teaching and Scholarship

Clark Library: Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

April 29, 2021

May is Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and pays tribute to the history, accomplishments, and contributions of people with Asian and Pacific Islander heritage in the United States. We invite you to visit our latest guide to discover more through the Clark Library’s books, eBooks, and streaming videos. Want us to add an item? Send suggestions […]

Filed Under: 05-03-2021, 05-10-2021, 05-17-2021, Campus Services, Library Tagged With: Clark Library, Heidi Senior

Clark Library: Contribute to the All Together Project

April 29, 2021

Challenging times can inspire creative reflection! The library continues to collect creative works that capture your experience of the events of 2020-2021 for the All Together project. Examples of creative works are photographs, videos, essays, poems, drawings, paintings, etc. Visit the site to see some submissions and consider adding yours!  Questions? Please contact José Velazco, Clark Library, at velazco@up.edu.

Filed Under: 05-03-2021, 05-10-2021, 05-17-2021, Campus Services, Library Tagged With: All Together Project, Jose Velazco

Move-Out Donations to help UP Students, Faculty, and Staff

April 28, 2021

At the end of each year, we see many perfectly re-usable items and non-perishable food get thrown away by students during move-out. This semester, Residence Life, Printing & Mailing Services and several other UP community members have worked together to coordinate opportunities for students to donate their unwanted items and share them with our UP […]

Filed Under: 05-03-2021, 05-10-2021, Campus Services, Mail Services, Printing Services, Residence Life Tagged With: Joshua Bode, Renee Byrd

NIKE Company Store: Faculty & Staff Welcome April 24-May 23

April 22, 2021

All University of Portland faculty and staff are welcome to shop at the NIKE Company story from April 24-May 23, according to Karina Handeland, athletics. More information about store rules and invite updates can be found here.

Filed Under: 04-26-2021, 05-03-2021, 05-10-2021, 05-17-2021, Athletics Tagged With: Nike Company Store

Join OIEDI for their Summer 2021 Community Conversation Series

April 21, 2021

Thank you to all who joined us for Part 1 of our Summer 21 Community Conversations. We are looking forward to Part 2: the Story Circle. No preparation or RSVP is necessary, simply email oiedi@up.edu or visit the this page in Pilots UP for the Zoom link to access the June 24 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. conversation where we will […]

Filed Under: 04-26-2021, 05-03-2021, 05-10-2021, 05-17-2021, 05-24-2021, 06-07-2021, 06-21-2021, Campus Services, Diversity & Inclusion Tagged With: Office of International Education Diversity & Inclusion

RSVP for DEI Check-UP, May 21

April 21, 2021

A time and space to dream big, start small, or report out– let’s check up on the health of DEI work in our spheres. DEI Check-UP will happen on Friday, May 21 from 1-4 p.m. Learn more and RSVP on Eventbrite. Please email questions, suggestions, or other feedback to oiedi@up.edu

Filed Under: 04-26-2021, 05-03-2021, 05-10-2021, 05-17-2021, Campus Services, Diversity & Inclusion Tagged With: DEI Check-UP

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Larry Larsen, Performing and Fine Arts, designed the scenery for the production of In Clay for the Broadway Rose Theatre Company. The one woman musical tells the story of French ceramics artist Marie Berthe Cazin and is playing at the theater’s new stage space in downtown Tigard from January 23 – February 15, 2026.

Nicole Harvey, Nursing & Health Innovations, presented “Leveling Up Music History: Teaching Video Game Music in Online and Classroom Settings.” Co-presenter: Tellock, J. Presented at the Music and Gaming Symposium: Super MAGFest 2026. National Harbor, Maryland. January, 2026.

Simon Aihiokhai, Theology, published “‘Ordinary Time is a Period of Altruistic Living.’ Reflections on the Readings for the Second Sunday of Ordinary Time. January 18, 2026.” VoiceAfrique.org. January 17, 2026.

Corey S. Pressman, Public Health & Wellness, will be the featured artist in a solo exhibition of works entitled Aletheia. Presented by Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, the exhibition will be on view from January 30 through April 27, 2026. An artist reception will be held on Sunday, February 8 at 11:30 a.m. and is open to the public.

Naveen Gudigantala, School of Business, presented “Beyond zero-shot: Enhancing LLM financial complaint classification with relevancy-driven RAG-based few-shot prompting.” Presented at the 59th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences, January 9, 2026.

Susan McDaniel, Performing & Fine Arts, performed as the pianist for the visual album GILGAMESH, now available on all streaming platforms and YouTube. GILGAMESH is the contemporary retelling of an ancient tale and explores themes of friendship and mortality, incorporating song, dance, and film. Featuring music by J. Scott Brubacher and libretto by David James Brock, with direction and production by Four/Ten Media, the project is the result of a decade-long, interdisciplinary collaboration. The performers are baritone Stephen Lancaster, pianist Susan McDaniel, and dancer/choreographer Kyle Marshall (as Enkidu), with additional artistic collaborators Edo Tastic (creative designer), Daniel Stein (audio producer), and Bill Maylone (audio engineer). View the Visual Album, Behind the Scenes footage, and learn more About the Project.

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