Dear University of Portland Community Members, Approximately four months ago, the University of Portland established a COVID-19 Vaccination Task Force comprised of students, staff, and faculty and chaired by Dr. Casey Shillam, Dean of the School of Nursing. Among many other goals, the Task Force was asked to study whether UP community members should be […]
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Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., to Finish Tenure as University of Portland President in June After Nearly a Decade on Campus; Rev. James M. Lies, C.S.C., Named Interim President Effective July 1
After 10 years with the University of Portland (UP), including the last seven as its 20th president, Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., is stepping away from the presidency on June 30, 2021. Poorman made the announcement last Thursday in a message to UP community members. It was also announced by the UP Board of Regents that Rev. James […]
Latest Community Message From Fr. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C.
Dear University of Portland Community Members, I write today with several important updates regarding plans for a primarily in-person Fall 2021 Semester, our mode of instruction for the Summer Sessions, a freeze on tuition and academic fees for the 2021–22 academic year, and this May’s Commencement exercises. But first, I offer my gratitude to all […]
UP Pandemic Response: Looking Back, Looking Forward
It was not the fall semester that first-year students alongside sophomores, juniors and seniors hoped would happen just a few months ago. The same could also be said of faculty, staff, and even parents of students. But as final exams and a term gripped by the COVID-19 pandemic come to an end, leaders at UP […]
Update From Fr. Mark: Cost-Saving Adjustments, COVID Testing, Pilots Prevent Dashboard
Dear Colleagues, As always, I pray that this message finds you and your loved ones healthy and well. Preparations for our Spring 2021 Semester are well underway, and I write now to provide an update on our work and preview some important communications that you will receive in the coming weeks. Adjustments to Cost-Saving Strategies […]
2021 Commencement Honorees: Nominations Welcome
The University of Portland invites nominations for the 2021 Commencement speaker(s), Christus Magister Medal recipient, and honorary degree recipients. All nominations should be emailed to University Provost Herbert Medina (medinah@up.edu) and Evan Leadem, President’s Office (leadem@up.edu) and should contain the following information: Name of nominee. A paragraph or two answering the following questions: If a […]
Latest COVID Updates From Fr. Mark
University president Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., sent the following message to the UP community on Friday, October 2, with updates on the University’s COVID response and plans: I begin this message with a sentiment that I have expressed often in emails to the UP community: gratitude. I am grateful for your flexibility and understanding […]
Outside Workers Take Note: Stay Home Tuesday, Sept. 15
The following message was shared by University president Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., concerning working conditions on Tuesday, September 15: I pray that this message finds you and your families safe. Due to continued poor air quality in Portland, our modified campus operations will remain in effect on, Tuesday, September 15. With limited exception, any employee […]
A Message From Fr. Mark Poorman, C.S.C.: Gratitude, Interdependence, Hope
Dear UP Community Members, For many years, University of Portland faculty, staff, and students have marked the beginning of a new academic year with our annual Convocation. This year, out of concern for the health and safety of UP community members and because of important restrictions on large gatherings, we are unable to come together […]
Fall Semester 2020 to Take Place Online: A Difficult Decision
University president Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., shared the following message with the UP community on Thursday, July 30: Dear Members of the University of Portland Community, I write to share a very important update with you regarding our Fall 2020 Semester. As you know, our goal has been to resume in-person instruction and on-campus […]