University of Portland faculty and staff are invited to shop at the Columbia Sportswear Company Employee Store from April 5 to 28. The Columbia employee store has discounted items marked at 40-50 percent off regular retail pricing, with all of the latest product from the Columbia Sportswear family (SOREL, Mountain Hardwear, prAna, and, of course, Columbia […]
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Together We All Add UP!
Mark your calendar for April 3-4, noon to noon, and get ready for one of the biggest days of the year for the University of Portland! #PilotsGive is a day of worldwide Pilot pride that raises critical support for scholarships, programs, innovative learning experiences, and student success. Will you help the University set a record with $1M in annual […]
New Grants & Gifts for UP
The development office reports that UP recently received a $700,000 grant from the E.L. Wiegand Foundation to create the E.L. Wiegand Environmental Laboratory, which will be a part of the Franz Campus Boat House. The University also secured a commitment in the amount of $500,000 to the recreation fields on the Franz Campus. This grant […]
Columbia Sportswear Employee Store: You’re Invited!
University of Portland faculty and staff are invited to shop at the Columbia Sportswear Company Employee Store from November 30 through December 24. The Columbia employee store has discounted items marked at 40-50 percent off regular retail pricing, with all of the latest product from the Columbia Sportswear family (SOREL, Mountain Hardwear, prAna, and, of course, Columbia Sportswear). […]
#UPGives Campaign: Every Gift Matters on Tuesday, Nov. 27
Giving Tuesday, a global day of philanthropy, is coming on November 27, and the University of Portland will take part through the #UPGives Campaign, according to Marie Jobes, development. The UP Giving Tuesday website allows people to donate to any fund of their choice, including colleges, schools, clubs, centers, teams, scholarships, and more. This year […]
UP Makes US News Top 10 for 24th Consecutive Year
For the 24th consecutive year, the University of Portland has received a top-ten ranking by U.S. News & World Report, according to its 2019 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. The University is 6th out of 127 institutions listed in the “Regional Universities – West” classification. The full rankings can be seen on […]
Fr. Gerry’s Going Away Party: All Welcome!
All UP community members are invited to bid Fr. Gerry Olinger, C.S.C., a fond farewell at a reception on Wednesday, August 8, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., in the Pilot House. A program will begin at 4:30 p.m., and refreshments, featuring a selection of summer beverages, will be provided. Fr. Gerry has accepted the position […]
New Role for Fr. Gerry Olinger, C.S.C.
Fr. Gerry Olinger, C.S.C., Vice President for University Relations, has accepted the position of Vice President for Mission Engagement and Church Affairs at the University of Notre Dame. Fr. Gerry’s last day at the University of Portland will be Friday, August 10, and he will begin his new role at Notre Dame on Monday, August […]
Joseph Erceg, An Extraordinary Man
Joe Erceg ’55, who served as designer and art director extraordinaire on Portland magazine from 1986 until his retirement in 2017, passed away peacefully at his Portland home on Saturday, June 16, his sons Matt and Milan by his side. Joe’s longstanding service to the University of Portland took many forms, but his biggest influence […]
Come Say Farewell to Andrea Nelin-Roth, June 7
After 16 years of faithful service to the University of Portland and Office of Development, Andrea Nelin-Roth will retire on Thursday, June 7, according to Bryce Strang, development. Andrea has spent thousands of hours on research and prospect management in support of development officers, administration leadership, and alumni relations. She has been a steadfast partner with […]