We will be honoring Jim Kuffner ’88, the visionary leader who planned the purchase and rehabilitation of 35 acres along the Willamette River, now known as the Franz River Campus. Please join us in celebrating Jim, at the Franz River Campus, on August, 19, at 3:00 p.m. (Read More)
2025-08-18
Speak Like a Pro: Public Speaking & Presentation Skills (Aug. 20)
Gain confidence and learn practical techniques to deliver compelling presentations and communicate with impact. (Read More)
Call For Staff & Faculty Move In Day Volunteers (Aug. 21)
UP staff and faculty are encouraged to sign up to help with New Student Move In Day, which is Thursday, August 21st. Volunteers are needed to greet new students and families, help them unload their cars and move items into their dorm rooms, and provide them with a welcoming and unforgettable experience. All volunteers will receive a purple Pilot Movers t-shirt! (Read More)
Notice: Upcoming Fire Drills (Aug. 25-Sept. 5)
Fire drills will occur in all campus buildings at the beginning of the fall 2025 semester. Academic Building fire drills will be held the second week of school. Residence Hall drills will occur the first week of school, and non-academic buildings will have drills the first or second week of school. (Read More)
Learning Commons Open House (Aug. 27)
Swing by the Learning Commons Open House for free coffee & donuts while you learn about tutoring at UP! You can see the space, learn how to make a tutoring appointment, and meet the Learning Commons staff! (Read More)
Thirst Friday! A New Location for an Old Favorite! (Sept. 12)
We have a new location for this no-agenda social event, open to all UP staff and faculty. Enjoy laughter, libations, small bites and great conversations courtesy of the Garaventa Center. Bring someone who’s never been for extra credit!
2025 Zahm Lecture: “The Future of Human Engagement: A Guide for Real People Living Through Unreal Times” (Sept. 16)
In a world shaped by artificial intelligence, accelerating complexity, and synthetic interactions, staying human is no longer just a virtue, it’s a skill. In his lecture, UP professor of media and technology and author of the forthcoming book Keep Evolving and Stay Human, Eric Anctil will explore how we design for empathy, trust, and real connection in an increasingly automated world. (Read More)
Faith and Intellectual Life Discussion Group (FILDG) Begins in September! (Sept. 19)
All faculty and staff are welcome. Participation in the FILDG will be considered regular work time for staff, per supervisory approval. Refreshments will be served. (Read More)
Boathouse Beats – LAST CALL!
Join us for the final Boathouse Beats event of the year on September 18, 2025, from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Open to faculty, staff, students, and the community. BYO instruments, NA drinks, blankets, and chairs. Enjoy music, poetry, comedy, and storytelling. (Read More)
Classroom Computers Now Running Windows 11
We’re excited to announce that all classroom computers have been upgraded to Windows 11 in preparation for the upcoming semester. This transition brings a refreshed interface and new features designed to enhance performance and usability. However, you may notice that the look and feel differ significantly from Windows 10. (Read More)