News for and about University of Portland faculty and staff.
Bring the kids to The Bluff for an afternoon in Santa’s Workshop! Everyone will be able to write a letter to Santa and have a photo taken with him. There will also be craft building activities and opportunities to participate in service projects for our community. Help celebrate the spirit of the season!
The Workshop will be hosted in Bauccio Commons from 2-5 p.m.
Please RSVP at the link below if you would like to attend.
RSVP link: https://uportland.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2smVdIBDGP5XxrM
As our campus community prays for a swift and enduring end to the suffering and violence in the Holy Land, this 90-second visual contemplation of the text “Are Any Among You Suffering?” may bring individuals solace, as well as a glimpse into the visual beauty of one of UP’s great treasures, our illuminated Saint John’s Bible.
If you would like to see more of these brief videos, which require only your presence and breathing, check out this portal to Moments of Beauty from The Saint John’s Bible, part of the Garaventa Center website.
University of Portland is hosting the annual Oregon Science Olympiad again this year. On March 16, 2024, our campus will host hundreds of middle school and high school students collaborating and competing in STEM activities.
More information is available here: https://oregonscienceolympiad.org/
If you, your family, or your colleagues are interested in getting involved, we are still seeking volunteers.
No prior experience necessary! Contact Molly Matty (matty@up.edu) with questions.
The Garaventa Center invites all UP staff and faculty to enjoy laughter, libations and tasty bites inspired by the theme: Just Like Grandma Used to Make. Join us for 10 minutes or till last call! 17 extra credit points for anyone who is attending their first Thirst Friday, brings a newbie or brings their own cup.
Friday, December 8, 4-6 p.m. Franz Hall 3rd Floor. Hope to see you! Questions? Contact Karen Eifler at eifler@up.edu. An ADA compliant event
Join us for a contemplative prayer practice using a sacred image from The Saint John’s Bible on Wednesday, December 13, 12:45 p.m. (directly following the noon Mass), Chapel of Christ the Teacher.
Info at up.edu/garaventa or 503-943-7702. Co-sponsored by Campus Ministry. ADA compliant event
On behalf of the Committee on Teaching and Scholarship (TAS), committee chair Bonnie Parks announces the recipients of the Fall 2023 Butine Faculty Development Fund Awards:
Due to an error, previous submissions for the CTL Innovation Grant Program via Qualtrics were not saved. We apologize for the issue and respectfully request that you please resubmit your grant application materials to the updated application link.
Please use the updated link below to resubmit your grant.
https://uportland.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a5Ut1vwgF9LlH9k
You may also email a DOC or PDF of your application to Terry Favero (favero@up.edu).
Previous information about the grants can be found here:
https://sites.up.edu/upbeat/call-for-applications-teaching-innovation-grant/
If you have questions, please email Terry Favero (favero@up.edu).
Curious about inclusive teaching and the positive effects it can have on your students and classroom environment? Consider joining the Inclusive Teaching Community book group, where we will delve into the enriching strategies for promoting equity in the classroom outlined in Inclusive Teaching, by Kelly Hogan and Viji Sathy.
Faculty members who try out and document one of several inclusive practices will be supported by a $500 stipend courtesy of the HHMI Inclusive Teaching Grant program. Weekly discussions will be led by Gordon Williamson (SONHI) and Tamar More (PHY).
Visit the link below for detailed information and applications (Click Here)
Contact Gordon Williamson at williamg@up.edu for questions.
The Committee on Teaching and Scholarship (TAS) is accepting nominations for the 2024 Teaching Award and Scholarship Award. Self-nominate or nominate someone by sending a simple “I nominate X person” to tas@up.edu by January 26.
Nominees will be contacted, and their supporting materials will be due March 18. Visit the Teaching and Scholarship Awards site on Moodle for more info regarding the nomination process, award criteria, and supporting materials required for nomination.
Please contact TAS chair Bonnie Parks at tas@up.edu with questions.
After much discernment, Bobbi Lindahl, University of Portland’s Registrar, will retire on December 31. Bobbi is a longtime member of the UP community, having been in the Registrar’s Office since 1996 and serving as Registrar since 2000. Bobbi is also one of UP’s own graduates; she earned both her BS (Organizational Communication) and MBA degrees here. Bobbi has guided the Registrar’s Office through several periods of transition, adapting to times of rapid enrollment growth as well as the unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic. Her legacy includes the strong team in the Registrar’s Office that she has recruited and mentored. Bobbi cares deeply for the University of Portland community and its students, and we will miss her leadership and service.
Many, many thanks to Bobbi for her long, dedicated commitment to UP and many blessings to her in retirement! An announcement will be forthcoming regarding transition plans in the Registrar’s Office.