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Rev. Gerry Olinger C.S.C.

New Role for Fr. Gerry Olinger, C.S.C.

June 29, 2018

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 20.  Bryce Strang, Senior Associate Vice President for Development, will serve as interim Vice President for University Relations while a search is conducted for Fr. Gerry’s replacement.

At the Provincial Chapter meeting of the United States Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania earlier this month, Fr. William Lies, C.S.C. was elected as the new Provincial Superior. Following his election, Notre Dame president Fr. John Jenkins, C.S.C., invited Fr. Gerry to consider succeeding Fr. Lies in his position at Notre Dame.

Fr. Gerry’s new role will offer him opportunities to grow in his priesthood and to further explore Holy Cross spirituality. In addition to deepening the Catholic and Holy Cross mission of his alma mater, he will also serve as the liaison to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and the Vatican. The move also allows him to be closer to his parents and family in Pennsylvania during a critical time for them.

As Vice President for University Relations, Fr. Gerry has been responsible for the Offices of Alumni and Parent Relations, Development, Marketing & Communications, and University Events.  He is a concurrent assistant professor of political science in the University’s College of Arts and Sciences. He also serves as a pastoral resident in Schoenfeldt Hall.

Please make time in the next few weeks to wish him well on this new path of his journey.

Filed Under: 07-02-2018, 07-09-2018, Campus Services, University Relations Tagged With: Rev. Gerry Olinger C.S.C., University Relations

2017 Red Mass, Sept. 18

September 11, 2017

The Garaventa Center invites all faculty and staff to this year’s Red Mass, which celebrates those entrusted with the law in our nation, on Monday, September 18, at 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. The Mass is also open to the public. University president Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., will be the principal celebrant and Rev. Gerry Olinger, C.S.C. university relations, will offer the homily.

The Red Mass is an ancient tradition in the Catholic Church, going back to medieval times, wherein the Holy Spirit is invoked at the beginning of the legal season to guide all those administer the law. The red vestments worn by the priests symbolize the Holy Spirit who descended on the Apostles in the form of tongues of fire on Pentecost and whose wisdom is implored to guide the Church and the Nation.

For ADA accommodations or more information: garaventa@up.edu or x7702.

Filed Under: 09-11-2017, 09-18-2017, Campus Services, Garaventa Center Tagged With: Garaventa Center, Red Mass, Rev. Gerry Olinger C.S.C., Rev. Mark L. Poorman C.S.C.

UP Faculty and Staff Invited to Columbia Employee Store, Aug. 18 to Sept. 10

September 1, 2017

All University of Portland faculty and staff are invited to shop at the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store from August 18 to September 10, according to Rev. Gerry Olinger, C.S.C., university relations. Each employee can bring four guests with them to shop and use the invitation multiple times during that date range. Click this link to access or print the invitation.

There is also is an end-of-season sale happening at the Employee Store from August 18-August 20.

The below provides more details on what you will receive:

WHAT’S THERE AND WHAT ARE MY SAVINGS?

  • Items in the store are at employee pricing. Tags are marked with prices. Discounts can vary.
  • Includes all brands in the Columbia Sportswear family of brands: Columbia Sportswear, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear, and prAna.
  • 50,000 sq. feet of each brand’s newest and most popular styles.

INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

  • Bring the invitation with you to the store reception desk, or show to the receptionist on your mobile phone.
  • Show your work/organization ID (options listed on invite).
  • This invitation is non-transferable but you can bring your family and friends with you (up to 4 guests per person, per visit).
  • You are welcome to visit multiple times during the invitation period.

LOCATION, PHONE & HOURS:

  • Columbia Sportswear Employee Store, 14100 NW Science Park Drive, Portland OR 97229
  • Store phone: 503.985.4125
  • Store hours: M-SAT: 10a-7p / SUN: 10a-6p.

Filed Under: 08-07-2017, 08-14-2017, 08-21-2017, 08-28-2017, 09-04-2017, Campus Services, University Relations Tagged With: Columbia Sportswear, Rev. Gerry Olinger C.S.C., University Relations

Columbia Sportswear Employee Store Open to UP Faculty, Staff

April 15, 2016

olinger copyColumbia Sportswear has generously provided University faculty and staff access to their employee store from April 8 through May 8, according to Fr. Gerry Olinger, C.S.C., vice president for University relations. This invitation offers UP employees the same pricing as Columbia Sportswear employees; all products are up to 50% off suggested retail price, including all brands in the Columbia Sportswear family of brands, in fully stocked size runs with new spring season products.

To participate, bring the invite letter sent to all faculty and staff in an earlier e-mail with you to the store reception desk, or show the invite letter to the receptionist on a mobile device. Bring photo ID along with work ID (badge, business card, or pay stub are acceptable forms). This invite is non-transferable but you are welcome to bring your family and friends with you (up to 4 guests per person). The store is located at 14100 NW Science Park Drive, Portland, OR 97229, M-Sat 10-6 and Sunday 11-5.

Filed Under: 04-18-2016, University Relations Tagged With: Columbia Sportswear, Rev. Gerry Olinger C.S.C., University Relations

Community Engagement on Racial Inclusion, March 22

March 18, 2016

welcome dreamstime copyAll University community members are invited to meet in Mehling Ballroom on Tuesday, March 22, from 7-8:30 p.m., for an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to come together, share personal experiences, and collaborate about how to make UP a more racially inclusive community. This event is co-sponsored by the Presidential Advisory Committee on Inclusion (PACOI), Black Lives Matter@UP, The Student Association of Social Workers and the Office of Student Activities.

For more questions or ADA accommodations, contact PACOI chairs Rev. Gerry Olinger, C.S.C., at olinger@up.edu, or Joane Moceri at moceri@up.edu.

Filed Under: 03-14-2016, 03-21-2016, Campus Services Tagged With: Community Engagement on Racial Inclusion, Joane Moceri, Rev. Gerry Olinger C.S.C.

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