EHS will host a Stryker chair training in September for those interested in learning how to use the chair in their building for safe evacuation for disabled or injured persons. A course date will be scheduled pending input from interested participants. (Read More)
2024-04-15
Don’t Miss PilotTalks on April 18!
Join us for a lively night of engaging storytelling from our own UP community in the Buckley Center Auditorium. Fr. Peter Walsh, professor Karen Eifler, and UP regent Janice Burger will share thought-provoking stories of hope, renewal, and transformation. Afterward, President Kelly will lead them in a panel discussion to unpack some of the night’s themes. Come early for the wine and cheese social in Dundon-Berchtold Lounge—the food and festivities are free, but we encourage donations of non-perishable food items to help replenish the StockUP food bank. (Read More).
Student Applications Open: Brian Doyle Scholarship for Creative Writing (Apr. 22)
The Brian Doyle Scholarship for Creative Writing was established in 2018 in memory of long-time Portland magazine editor Brian Doyle. We encourage all aspiring writers to apply for this scholarship award of $18,704 for the 2024-2025 academic year! (Read More).
Earth Day Tour: Shiley-Marcos Center for Design and Innovation (Apr. 22)
Come celebrate Earth Day with a tour UP’s newest and most sustainable building on campus. This tour with the architects will focus on LEED Gold certification design elements, innovative carbon-reduction strategies and energy reduction measures. The tour is open to all students, faculty and staff, and reservations are required. (Read More).
Thirst Friday: It’s Been a Bærry, Bærry Good Career (Apr. 26)
Garaventa Center invites all staff and faculty to join us for some toasts at the final Thirst Friday of the year. Come and enjoy laughter, libations, great conversation and thematic snacks to celebrate a Bærry, Bærry good career, indeed. Stay 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. (Read More).
Public Research Fellows “Engaging Portland” Showcase and Open House (Apr. 26)
Please join the Public Research Fellows in marking the end of another successful year of public-facing engaged humanities research at the 2024 Showcase from 3-5 p.m. at the Franz Patio and Lobby. This is an open-house style event open to all UP-community members with food, drinks, and a UP jazz trio with a special appearance by the bike-powered library from Street Books. We look forward to celebrating the humanities and Portland with you. (Read More).
Baccalaureate Mass Choir—All Are Welcome! (May 4)
It’s hard to believe, but the University’s celebration of the Baccalaureate Mass is coming up quickly! Campus Ministry invites all members of the UP community to join us in the Chiles Center as we celebrate our graduating class of 2024 and all their remarkable achievements! (Read More).
Spring 2024 Student Art Show
The Spring 2024 Student Art Show will be on display through finals week in the Buckley Center Gallery. Be sure to stop by and see the beautiful work created by our talented students this semester.
N. Willamette Blvd April-May Campus Impact: Update
PBOT started work on the first phase of Willamette upgrades with ADA ramp work at the intersections to the northwest of Portsmouth. Three intersections are impactful to campus. Of those, one is complete, one is in process, and the last is set to be completed prior to commencement weekend. (Read More.)
Spring Cleaning? Give to the University Archives!
Are you spring cleaning your office? The University Archives aims to retain materials that relate to the University’s story. Materials of historical value describe the purpose, activities, history, values, and character of the University. So, as you clean and recycle, help us preserve and remember too. (Read More).