The Committee on Teaching and Scholarship is pleased to announce that the Spring 2026 cycle for Butine Faculty Development grants is now open. Applications are due Feb. 13, 2026 and must be submitted through the Butine Moodle page.
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Grant for Stories of Hope
Through the National Storytelling Initiative on Christian Faith and Life, Lilly Endowment Inc. recently awarded the University a grant of more than $2.86 million, one of the largest private foundation grants in school history, to fund a project called “Hope Works: Stories from The Bluff, Portland, and Beyond.” The story campaign will be with/for a Gen Z audience. Have ideas? The Hope Works team wants to hear from you.
Applications Now Open for the Summer Collaborative Research Grants (fka Provost’s Initiative Awards); Spring 2026 Recipients Announced
The Office of Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement is pleased to announce recipients of the Spring 2026 Collaborative Research Grants!
Applications for Summer 2026 Collaborative Research Grants are available now on Pilots.
Holy Cross Heroes
Who is your Holy Cross Hero? An easy way to celebrate Holy Cross Heritage Week to share about a Holy Cross Hero and his/her impact on your life.
Retreat: MLK and Moreau-UP’s Mission and Hope for Our Society
The University Mission office is offering two additional retreats this semester at Mt Angel Guesthouse. Join a small group of colleagues to reflect upon the vision and enduring hope that the civil rights leader, Martin Luther King, Jr., and the founder of the Congregation of Holy Cross, Blessed Basil Moreau bring our world today.
Join the Lavender Group
All employees — faculty, staff, administration, and adjuncts — are welcome to join the Lavender Affinity Group, our employee resource group for LGBTQIA+ colleagues and allies.
June 2026 Garaventa Center Writing Retreat for Faculty
A three day writing retreat for UP faculty only that is sponsored by the Garaventa Center and held at Mt. Angel Abbey. Participants must apply.
Faith and Intellectual Life Discussion Group (FILDG) at New Location!
Faculty and staff reading and discussion group that is considered regular work time per supervisory approval.
Wondering about Student Health, Counseling, or Wellness Services?
Join the Wellness Promotion Supporting Student Wellness Newsletter! Whether you are new to the Bluff or a seasoned UP community member, this newsletter can keep you up to date on changes to resources, ways to support students, and upcoming events.
Weekly Guided Meditations Spring 2026
Join the Health Center and Wellness Promotion for a guided meditation. This space is open every week to relax and refocus on yourself. We want this space to be welcoming to the full range of beginners to seasoned meditators, so if you have any questions or requests for accommodations, email braun@up.edu.