Faculty and staff applications for tuition remission for Fall 2018 are due by Monday, July 2. Forms can be accessed through the human resources website at www.up.edu/hr/. Since deadlines need to match those in student accounts, employees are asked to please keep the following deadlines in mind:
- Fall term: July 2
- Spring term: November 15
- Summer term: April 5
Please note that there are separate tuition remission application forms for undergraduate and graduate course work, and that any graduate level tuition remission benefits will be taxable to the employee on the value above $5,250 for attempted credits and subject to applicable withholdings, and will be reflected on the W-2 form of the tax year the remission was applied. A summary on tuition remission and links to the online forms are available at this link.
Pilot Kids Camp registrations are still being accepted by the recreational services office for all sessions. The ever-popular camps offer games, arts and crafts, sports, and tons of fun for kids who will be in grades 1-6 in fall 2018. Camp runs 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fridays. Forms and more information are available at 
The athletics office has announced all new lowered season ticket prices on top of the usual 5 percent faculty and staff discount. You can now attend all 26 home matches for just $100 for chair seats, $62.50 for bench seats, and $37.50 for bleachers. Secure your seats to the best college soccer experience in the country by visiting 
“Perspectives” is on display through August and celebrates the creative endeavors of Clark Library faculty and staff. The works encompass a broad range of media from paintings to photographs to fiber art, exploring each artist’s view of the natural and human world around us. From bold patterns to the softest of embroidery, the pieces provide insight into the myriad of experiences and interests represented in our library. We invite you to take a summer stroll and drop by to see the exhibit in the gallery on the main floor.
Portland area high schools will be holding their commencement rehearsals and exercises in the Chiles Center through June 13, and parking is likely to be impacted on campus as well as in the surrounding neighborhood.
Mock’s Crest Productions will present The Light in the Piazza, a contemporary musical operetta based on a 1962 film of the same name, on June 9-10, 14-17, and 21-24. Performances will take place at 7:30 p.m. (2 p.m. on Sundays) in Mago Hunt Center Theater. Like Mock’s Crest’s usual Gilbert and Sullivan fare, The Light in the Piazza is about true love. Based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer, the story is set in the 1950s and revolves around Margaret Johnson, a wealthy Southern woman, and Clara, her daughter, who through coincidence and fate sparks an immediate and intense romance with a local young man while traveling in Italy. Margaret, extremely protective of her daughter, attempts to keep Clara and Fabrizio apart.
Saturday Academy is now offering a $15 discount to UP faculty and staff who would like to sign up their children for classes and summer camps. The organization values UP’s partnership and the campus community for its continued support. Register using 
The Congregation of Holy Cross will celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in June, according to Bro. Thomas Giumenta, C.S.C., acting superior, Congregation of Holy Cross. It is the patronal feast of the Priests of Holy Cross, and there will be a celebration on Thursday, June 7
The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce that the 2018-2019 online University Bulletin is now available. You may access the Bulletin on the registrar’s website, or directly at “
After 16 years of faithful service to the University of Portland and Office of Development, Andrea Nelin-Roth will retire on Thursday, June 7, according to Bryce Strang, development. Andrea has spent thousands of hours on research and prospect management in support of development officers, administration leadership, and alumni relations. She has been a steadfast partner with development officers in providing useful information and helping with engagement and solicitation strategies. We offer our sincere gratitude to Andrea for the important role she has played over the years.