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06-08-2020

Course Packs for Fall 2020: Please Submit Now

July 24, 2020

To ensure your classes have course packs on Monday, August 24, please submit your materials to printing services as soon as possible! Packets received after Monday, July 27 cannot be guaranteed completion because of the time it can take to confirm copyright information.

If you have any questions, please contact Kassie Hansen, printing services, at x8101 or printjobs@up.edu.

Filed Under: 06-08-2020, 06-15-2020, 06-22-2020, 06-29-2020, 07-06-2020, 07-13-2020, 07-20-2020, 07-27-2020, Academics, Campus Services, Printing Services Tagged With: Course Packs, Kassie Hansen, Printing and Mailing Services

Summer Offerings From the Learning Commons

June 19, 2020

The Learning Commons invites all students to connect with peer tutors, writing assistants, and speech and presentation consultants as an effective learning strategy for greater success in their college courses. Working with our tutors also makes your online learning experience at UP more social. This summer, we offer students the following online tutoring programs in Microsoft Teams:

  • Math Resource Center: Simply send an email to mathtutor@up.edu to request a math tutoring appointment.Provide two or three good days and times to meet.
  • Writing Center: We have five writing assistants ready to support UP students during the summer term. Students can send an email request to writing@up.edu. Please include two to three good days and times to meet.
  • Language Studio: Students can access language tutor hotlines at frenchtutor@up.edu and spanishtutor@up.edu.
  • Natural Sciences Center: Students can request biology, chemistry, and physics tutoring appointments at biotutor@up.edu, chemtutor@up.edu, or physicstutor@up.edu.
  • Speech & Presentation Lab: Students can improve online presentation skills by requesting an appointment at speech@up.edu.

Students can find strategies for learning online at the college level by clicking here.

The Learning Commons’ virtual tutoring takes place on the Microsoft Teams platform which is available through the University’s Office 365 MyApps at this link.

To support the success of their virtual tutoring appointments student can take the following steps:

  • Use a laptop or tablet with a camera and microphone.
  • Become familiar with the Office 365 MyApps and search for the Teams app. Go to an introductory video on joining a meeting in Teams at this link.
  • If possible, download the Microsoft Teams app on their device.
  • Schedule appointments 48 hours in advance, if possible.

All questions regarding the Learning Commons’ virtual tutoring program can be directed to Jeffrey White, Learning Commons, at white@up.edu.

Filed Under: 05-18-2020, 05-25-2020, 06-01-2020, 06-08-2020, 06-22-2020, Academics, Learning Commons Tagged With: Jeffrey White, Learning Commons

Digital Lab: June Workshops

June 19, 2020

Those who would like to start their summer with some new skills are encouraged to sign up for the Clark Library’s introductory workshops on using iMovie, GarageBand, Audacity, and Canva. Workshops will be offered through Zoom over two weeks (June 15 through June 24). They are free and open to current students, faculty, and staff. Visit the Digital Lab’s site to see the detailed schedule and to register.

Filed Under: 06-08-2020, 06-15-2020, 06-22-2020, Academics, Library Tagged With: Clark Library, Clark Library Digital Lab

2020-2021 University Bulletin Online

June 12, 2020

The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce that the 2020-2021 online University Bulletin is now available. You may access the Bulletin on the registrar’s website, or directly at “University Catalog: The Bulletin.” Smartphone users can also access the Bulletin using its mobile site.

For more information contact Jericho Knight, associate provost’s office, at x7848 or knight@up.edu.

Filed Under: 06-08-2020, 06-15-2020, Academics, Provost's Office, Uncategorized Tagged With: 2020-2021 University Bulleting, Jericho Knight, Provost's Office

Fiscal Year-End Reminders

June 12, 2020

The University’s fiscal year ends on Thursday, June 30, and there are some important dates and reminders to note:

  • Expenses submitted prior to June 30 which are for travel or events occurring in fiscal year 2021 will be accrued, and paid against the fiscal year 2021 budget.
  • Reimbursement and Payment Request forms to be paid against the fiscal year 2020 budget need to be submitted to the Controller’s Office no later than Friday, July 17th.
  • All goods and services purchased must be received by June 30. Any deliveries received after June 30 will be charged to the fiscal year 2021 budget.

For more information on all fiscal year-end procedures see the Fiscal Year-End Policy on the Controller’s Office webpage, or contact Lori Watson at x7393 or duax@up.edu.

Filed Under: 06-08-2020, 06-15-2020, Campus Services, Controller Tagged With: Controller's Office, Fiscal Year End, Lori Watson

2020 Faculty Service Award Winner: Sarina Saturn

June 5, 2020

Congratulations to Sarina Saturn for receiving the University of Portland’s 2019-2020 Service Award. The candidates for the 2020 Faculty Service Award were excellent this year, with three different candidates receiving a first-place vote. After rigorous analysis, discussion, and reflection, the Committee on Committees decided that Saturn’s contributions stood above the rest.

Saturn’s extensive volunteer work with UP faculty and staff, student groups, nonprofit organizations, and professional societies focuses on issues of diversity, nonviolence, training new scientists, and mental health. She is dedicated to helping communities foster social connection, empathy, compassion, resilience, and healing. She has been a key driver behind the implementation of University of Portland’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day. According to committee chair Mark Meckler, “Professor Saturn consistently serves causes of peace, respect, and care. She actively pushes back against violence, scorn and social ignorance. Her colleagues enthusiastically applaud and support her tireless service efforts. She has previously been honored with the athletic department’s “Difference” award and ASUP’s advisor of the year award.  Her service efforts and outcomes are an inspiration to her students and her colleagues.”

For more information contact Meckler at meckler@up.edu.

 

 

 

 

Filed Under: 06-08-2020, Academics, Campus Services Tagged With: Mark Meckler, Sarina Saturn, Service Award

Columbia Sportswear Employee Store: You’re Invited!

June 5, 2020

Columbia Sportswear has reopened their employee store and is offering UP faculty, staff, and families special deals on gear needed to get outside, get some fresh air, and take advantage of Oregon’s outdoor recreational areas as they begin to reopen. The offer is open from May 22 to June 14.

The safety of Columbia Sportwear employees and shoppers is a number one priority. Below are some of the precautions being taken to ensure safety while in the employee  store:

  • Wiping down and sanitizing checkout surfaces between each customer 
  • Sanitizing fitting rooms between each customer 
  • Providing hand sanitizer for shoppers and employees 
  • 6’ marked checkout lines to maintain social distancing 
  • Limiting number of customers allowed in the store at one time 
  • All employees will be wearing face coverings 
  • Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own face coverings to wear while shopping 
  • Contactless payment options like Apple Pay

The Columbia Sportswear Employee Store offers the same discount given to CS employees, which is 40 to 50 percent off regular retail pricing for SOREL, Mountain Hardwear, prAna, and of course Columbia Sportswear products. There will also be clearance items at an additional 30 to 40 percent of employee pricing.

To gain access simply bring the printed invitation (click here) or show it on your mobile phone. Bring UP ID or business card, pay stub, signature of work email, etc. Also have personal photo ID. 

The invitation is valid for UP employees plus four guests; employee must be present. Store access only; offer not valid for online purchases.

 Find store location and hours here or on the invite.  Please note: hours have changed to Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Filed Under: 05-25-2020, 06-01-2020, 06-08-2020, Campus Services Tagged With: Columbia Sportswear Employee Store

New Change of Grade Form Available in Etrieve

June 5, 2020

A new electronic Change of Grade form is now available in Etrieve, according to Abby McMahon, registrar’s office. You can access the new form and instructions for use from the Faculty tab on the Registrar page in Pilots UP. Please reach out to the Office of the Registrar at registrar@up.edu with any questions.

Filed Under: 06-08-2020, Academics, Registrar's Office Tagged With: Abby McMahon, Registrar's Office

A Given Life: Entwined with Learning

June 5, 2020

The early foundation and shaping of the University Library and the University Archives is credited to the efforts of the indomitable Brother David Martin, C.S.C., who served as University Librarian and then as archivist during his long career on The Bluff. As the archives and artifacts unit marks the establishment of the University Archives on June 1, 1966, we return to our “A Given Life” series to focus on Brother David’s work and contributions to the University. Follow this link to learn more.
For more information, contact Carolyn Connolly, museum coordinator, at piatz@up.edu.

Filed Under: 06-08-2020, Academics Tagged With: Br. David Martin C.S.C., Carolyn Connolly, University Museum and Archives

NW Emmy Awards Win for Anna Oberg, Athletics

June 5, 2020

Women’s tennis graduate Anna Oberg ’20 won in the “College Sports” category of the Northwest Emmy Awards for video production. Oberg’s Emmy marks the 5th consecutive year with a Pilots winner in the college awards.

Oberg’s nominated video coincided with the athletic department’s celebration of National Women in Sports Day this spring. The video is available at this link and features various student-athletes representing a wide array of programs at UP writing a letter to their younger selves. The message portrayed is inspiring and powerful for young female athletes to strive for their dreams. Oberg will return to pursue a graduate degree in the fall while continuing to work for the athletic department’s video team.

For more information contact Jason Brough, athletics, at x3460 or brough@up.edu.

Filed Under: 06-01-2020, 06-08-2020, Athletics Tagged With: Anna Oberg, Athletics, Jason Brough, Northwest Emmy Awards

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