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News for and about University of Portland faculty and staff.

06-25-2018

Early Arrival Requests Due by July 20

All departments that will be sponsoring students to arrive on campus prior to the standard move-in dates (August 23 for new students, August 25 for returning students) are asked to complete a Department Early Arrival Request, according to Jessica Wode, residence life. Templates for making this request were sent via email on June 20; please […]

Clark Library Guide to Diversity & Pedagogy Resources

Are you exploring diversity and inclusion themes in your work? The Clark Library has a Diversity & Pedagogy Resources topic guide that can get you started or supplement your understanding. This guide launched in 2016 to provide readings in support of faculty workshops about diversity. Books suggested by this year’s Faculty Development Day keynote presenters have been […]

Fourth of July Holiday: Classes Out, Offices Closed

The Independence Day holiday will be observed for University employees on Wednesday, July 4, according to the 2018 University holiday schedule. All University offices will be closed and classes will not be held. For more information, contact human resources at x8981 or hr@up.edu. Contact the provost’s office at x7105 or staten@up.edu for more information regarding classes.

TIAA Representative On Campus July 10, 11, 12

A representative from TIAA, which administers the University’s retirement accounts, will be on campus on Tuesday, July 10, Wednesday, July 11, and Thursday, July 12 in the Career Center located in Orrico Hall lower level, according to Laura Barnard, human resources. Financial counseling appointments with Rebecca Rohleder (pictured) are available during work hours on those […]

Now’s The Time for Stationery Orders

Now is the time to submit orders for letterhead, envelopes, business cards, and forms for the upcoming academic year, according to Reneé Byrd, printing services. This allows the publications team to schedule production throughout the summer. Please estimate usage for the next academic year and order accordingly. Letterhead is available by the ream (500 sheets) […]

First UP Holy Cross Pilgrimage: June 23-July 2

From June 23 to July 2, a group of 12 senior faculty members will be walking in the footsteps of Blessed Basil Moreau and other figures crucial to the founding of the Congregation of Holy Cross in Basse-Normandie, France. For the first few days, they will be steeped in the history of the order, then […]

Bill Reed Mass, Reception, June 26: You’re Invited!

You are cordially invited to Mass and a reception honoring Bill Reed on the occasion of his retirement from University of Portland on Tuesday, June 26, at 3:30 p.m., in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. University president Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., will preside, and Rev. Edwin Obermiller, C.S.C., will serve as homilist. Mass […]

Goodbye to Beth Barsotti and Anthony Paz

Anthony Paz and Beth Barsotti both joined Campus Ministry during the summer of 2012, and they are both leaving UP this summer for new adventures in other states. Please join their colleagues to wish them well on Wednesday, June 27, from 4-6 p.m., in the Pilot House. Snacks will be provided and a no-host bar. For more […]