The Wellness Center will be sending out a monthly Student Wellness newsletter with answers to frequently asked questions, updates about campus resources, and timely information on how to support students as staff/faculty. We encourage any faculty or staff to subscribe to this excellent support resource for everyone. (Read More).
Issues
Heat and Wildfire Smoke Training Course Reminder
It is time for the University of Portland’s annual Heat Safety and Wildfire Smoke Training as required by Oregon OSHA (Occupations Safety and Health Administration). This training is required for ALL employees, including those who work indoors. (Read More).
New to The Bluff—Cassie Wonderlick ’23–Donor Services Specialist, University Relations
We are very excited to welcome Cassie Wonderlick back to The Bluff! She has joined the Office of Advancement as a Donor Services Specialist. Cassie graduated from the University of Portland in May of 2023. On campus, she served as an RA in Fields Hall and was an Events Student Coordinator. She also worked in the University Relations department for three years as a Student Representative for the Office of Advancement. (Read More).
Stay Fit with Beauchamp—Summer Hours and Classes
Beauchamp offers a variety of ways to stay active and engaged, even during the summer months! Check out our summer schedule for classes, hours, and more.
2024-2025 Cybersecurity Training Reminder
The Cybersecurity Training Course for 2024-2025 is now available for all faculty, staff, and student workers in the Moodle dashboard. This annual training program is focused on educating users on computer security best-practices and reducing cyber risk to the University. The training is required by the Department of Education to maintain our ability to provide student loans and it is strongly encouraged for student workers. (Read More).
Oregon Suzuki Institute Performances (Jun. 24-28)
UP faculty, staff, and families are welcome to attend performances by the Oregon Suzuki Institute students and faculty in Buckley Auditorium. This is an international summer program with over 200 students of all ages, taking classes and performing music on bass, cello, piano, viola, and violin. You might even see some of your colleagues’ kids on stage—we hope you can join us! (Read More).
New to The Bluff—Ken Struckmeier—Director of Student Placements, School of Education
Ken Struckmeier has joined the School of Education as Director of Student Placements. Ken was previously an Adjunct Professor at Lewis and Clark College and has 20 years of leadership experience in the Beaverton School District where he served as Executive Administrator for Middle Schools, Administrator for Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment, Principal, and Assistant Principal. Ken started his educational career as a high school social studies teacher and taught for 12 years in Florence, Oregon, and Hillsboro, Oregon. (Read More).
June 2024 Zoom Update
We hope that you are enjoying the (sometimes liquid) sunshine! Check out our monthly Zoom update, including information on Zoom’s new rebrand, on Techtalk.
2024-2025 University Bulletin Now Online
The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce that the 2024-2025 online University Bulletin is now available. A mobile friendly version of the Bulletin is also available for smartphone browsing. (Read More).
Outdoor Pursuits Wilderness Emergency Training Course (Sept. 28-29)
The Outdoor Pursuits Program will host a wilderness first aid and first responder training course on September 28-29. This course will give you the medical skills, technical skills, and decision-making skills to respond to an incident in the backcountry. We will cover topics such as wilderness anaphylaxis, dislocations, genitourinary issues, calling for a rescue, environmental medicine, and more! (Read More).