News for and about University of Portland faculty and staff.
We are very excited to welcome TJ Buckley to The Bluff. TJ joins us from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa where he graduated with his Master of Library & Information Science in May of 2024. We are grateful to have him as a part of our University Relations division. Welcome TJ!
Greg is an accomplished leader in fundraising and advancement for Catholic and educational institutions. Most recently, Greg was working as an Associate Vice-President for Advancement with The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. He views university relations work as essential to ensuring that students, staff, and faculty have the resources they need to thrive and advance UP’s Catholic Holy Cross mission. Along with the teams he will lead in Development, University Events, and Alumni & Parent Relations, we look forward to Greg doing great things in service of our institution.
All faculty, staff, and their families are invited to attend Anchors Away on Thursday, May 2, from 4 to 7 p.m., on the bluff behind Bauccio Commons. Campus Program Board and the Division of University Relations invite the entire UP community to gather together and celebrate the conclusion of the academic year with food, drinks, live music, and a variety of activities.
Faculty and staff can get their free tickets by contacting Jake Murphy, student activities, at murphyja@up.edu or x7577 to make arrangements. Additional tickets for partners or family members can be purchased at the Bauccio Commons during the event and the week before for $10. Children under 10 years do not need a ticket.
If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact Jake Murphy via murphyja@up.edu.
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).
To access the store, please bring the official invitation, printed or digital versions. Also bring your UP ID or business card, paystub, signature of work email, as well as a personal ID. This invitation is valid for each employee plus four guests (you must be present for guests).
Find store location and hours here or on the invitation. To find out more contact Columbia Sportswear at portlandemployeestore@columbia.com or Hannah Pick, university relations, at pick@up.edu.
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.
On Thursday, May 10, faculty and staff are invited to join members of the Board of Regents and the Holy Cross community for a Mass held in honor of D. Allen Lund and Joseph B. Allegretti. The Mass will take place at 5 p.m. in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. All are welcome to join in this celebration of the lives and legacies of these two individuals who have served, supported, and shaped this University in countless ways.
Any questions about the Mass can be directed to the Office of University Relations (pick@up.edu).
All faculty, staff, and their families are invited to Anchors Away on Thursday, May 3, on The Bluff behind Bauccio Commons, from 4-7 p.m. Campus Program Board and university relations invite the entire UP community to gather together to celebrate the conclusion of the academic year with a barbecue, bar, live music, and lots of fun activities for kids. Staff and faculty members will receive a free ticket in campus mail. Additional tickets for partners and family members will be available for $5 at the Commons during the event and the week before the event. Children under 10 do not need a ticket. If you have questions or ADA accommodation requests, please email Tyler Zimmerman at zimmerma@up.edu.
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?
INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
LOCATION, PHONE & HOURS:
Columbia 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.
Columbia 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. All invitees must bring a form of work ID listed below.
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 in an earlier e-mail) with you to the store reception desk, or show the invite letter to the receptionist on your mobile device. Bring your photo ID along with work ID (badge, business card, or pay stub are acceptable forms). This invite is non-transferrable 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.