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News for and about University of Portland faculty and staff.

2024-05-13

A Mindful Reflection: with Karen Eifler, PhD (May 16)

Karen Eifler, PhD, outgoing Director of the Garaventa Center, will share her insights on the value of the work we do at UP and beyond in her talk: “Oui, Whee, We: Or Why Work at a Catholic, Holy Cross Place Like UP?” This 20-minute talk will be recorded for future reference, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage with the topic.

Following the program, celebrate with us as we honor Karen’s many years of service to the university with a reception.

Don’t miss out on this valuable discussion!

Thursday, May 16, 2024

1:00 p.m.

Brian Doyle Auditorium

Please RSVP to Dhara Brown (brownd@up.edu) by Tuesday, May 14 if you would like to attend.

Now Recruiting Faculty: NEH Grant for Ethics and AI

Building on several successful College of Arts and Sciences initiatives that bring together Ethics and Artificial Intelligence in conversation, CAS is now planning an application for a National Endowment for the Humanities funding opportunity, which would fund the creation of a Humanities Research Center on Artificial Intelligence.

We are currently recruiting all interested faculty (Humanities, Social Sciences and beyond) to join a planning committee that will develop this grant. We would like to convene a group of interested faculty as soon as possible to begin discussions.

If you are interested in joining this grant development committee, please email Christi Hancock at hancock@up.edu

Summer 2024 Provost’s Initiative for Undergraduate Research Recipients

The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce recipients of the Summer 2024 Provost’s Initiative for Undergraduate Research awards. These faculty members have been selected to collaborate with and mentor undergraduates on a co-designed research experience during the 2024 summer session: 

  • Lauren Berger, Psychology: “Multicultural Psychology Research: A Mixed Methods Approach” with Malia Kaiser
  • Neil Oculi, Environmental Studies: “Assessing Watershed Vulnerability for the Island of Grenada” with Robin Aughney and Alex Silva
  • Nicole Ralston, Education: “An Asset-Based Approach to Supporting the Sense of Belonging and Leadership Development of Students Identifying as First Generation (FGEN)” with Joann Lee
  • Lizz Schallert, Social Work: “Humane Conditions for Human Service Workers: Merits and Challenges of Worker-Organizing in the Nonprofit Sector” with Valencya Valdez

Student Health Center and Counseling Center Summer Hours

As we head into summer, the Student Health Center will be open on a limited schedule. Information about appointment availability can be found on the SHC Website. Most appointments will be in person over the summer although telehealth is still available when appropriate.

The Counseling center is closed over the summer. Students can access free counseling services through BetterMynd or the Pilot Help Line. Visit the Counseling Center website for details. If you have any questions about this schedule or availability of services, please reach out! Thanks for your collaboration in supporting student health and wellness.

Clark Library: 2023-2024 Year in Review

As the academic year wraps up, we invite you to check out the Clark Library’s 2024 Newsletter! Find out how things have changed with the Digital Lab move and learn about our new platform for online exhibits and scholarly works (now including the Spring semester Liberated Archives exhibit). We also advanced the university’s work in equity and inclusivity through an Inclusive Description cataloging project and an exploration of UP’s history with service and justice in the Museum’s PortLog.

For more information, contact Xan Arch, Dean of Clark Library, at arch@up.edu

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. So, as you clean and recycle, help us preserve and remember too. Materials of historical value describe the purpose, activities, history, values, and character of the University, department, or school; student and faculty milestones and achievements; unusual or outstanding events; annual events and special events (hosted events, outside speakers); and events which shape the University of Portland legacy over time.

Deciding which items are of enduring value can be more an art than a science. When in doubt, let the University Archives sort out the questions and papers by contacting Fr. Jeff Schneibel, C.S.C., at archives@up.edu or x7116.

Faculty/Staff Discount for Alumni Reunion 2024 | June 27–30

It’s time to register for Alumni Reunion 2024! Join us for boatloads of fun as we celebrate class years ending in 4 and 9, and the 60th Anniversary of both Mehling Hall and our Salzburg Study Abroad Program!

Be on the lookout for an email from Alumni Relations this week containing a discount code that unlocks your $25 employee pricing! You must follow the link in that email to receive the discount.

If you do not receive your email by April 8, please contact alumni@up.edu.