Today in the News Media
Today in the News Media is a synopsis of some of the most prominent coverage of OSU people and programs. Inclusion of any item constitutes neither an endorsement nor a critique, but rather is intended only to make the OSU community aware of significant items in the media. For more about this section, see: https://today.oregonstate.edu/email/submission-guidelines.
OSU wastewater research funding (Jefferson Public Radio)
An Oregon State scientist is leading a $2.35M study funded by the EPA, to explore what happens to anti-resistant bacteria in wastewater systems across the United States.
Pac-12's comeback is triumphant for two teams and hopeful for others striving to join (Sports Illustrated)
In the zero-sum game of realignment, it’s a triumphant day for Oregon State, Washington State and the withered husk of the Pac-12. After being left for dead a year ago, they have new life. It’s not a return to power-conference status, but it’s a hell of a comeback. (see also Oregonian, Fox Sports, CBS News)
Oregon State's new dairy center nears completion (Farm Progress)
Under construction since 2021, a new $20 million state-of-the-art dairy processing facility at Oregon State University is nearing completion, with production expected to begin in the spring quarter of 2025, campus officials say.
Peace on the roads: Car and bike coexistence (KLCC)
And while many people may think that’s unsafe – today’s show will bring forth scientific evidence from Oregon State Professor, David Hurwitz, which shows that its actually safer for the biker and the car driver, if a bicyclist execute this yield maneuver.
Record fire season costs Central Oregon businesses (OPB News)
Creating more economic resiliency in places with high fire risk is something Erica Fischer investigates as an associate professor of civil engineering at Oregon State University. More intense, frequent burns force trade offs such as prescribed burns that reduce forest fuels, she said, but also generate smoke in the cooler, wetter months.
Caught on camera: Humpback whale sighting in the Columbia River (KOIN)
Oregon State University Stranding Program Manager Jim Rice confirmed that the whale in the video is a humpback. “It’s not uncommon for humpbacks to venture into the mouth of the Columbia River, especially this time of year,” Rice said.
Turning sunlight and water into green energy (Photonics Online)
Oregon State University (OSU) researchers have made a significant breakthrough in developing a metal oxide heterojunction for efficient green hydrogen production. The researchers, led by Kyriakos Stylianou of the OSU College of Science, used metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) as a starting point for creating the heterojunction.
This Portland festival celebrates Earth-friendly gardening (The Oregonian)
“Gardeners can be the first to see the impacts of climate change,” explained LeAnn Locher, the statewide outreach coordinator for Oregon State University’s Master Gardener volunteer program, “and can be part of the solution through collective work.”
Transphobia in women's sports is dangerous for all women (Ms. Magazine)
A piece by OSU's Susan Shaw.
Today's photos
Needles: David Grube says, “I was walking by a tree and I saw this. I was in awe. Now it makes a great screensaver on my computer." We are accepting photo submissions at osutoday@oregonstate.edu. To view past submissions, visit us on Instagram at @osutoday1.
NEW! Timely Teaching Tips: Looking to increase student engagement in the new school year? The Canvas Discussion interface has a fresh look and added functionalities including role labels, flexible viewing options, mentions, quotes and anonymous discussions. Consult the Canvas Instructor Guide for detailed guidance about discussion features.
Tuesday
NEW! University Day: President Mark Becker of the Association of Public & Land Grant Universities (APLU), a research, policy and advocacy organization dedicated to strengthening and advancing the work of public universities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, will speak. In-person attendees will get a chance to win a prize package. 10:30 a.m. to noon, Sept. 17, PRAx Detrick Hall.
NEW! University Day Expo and Lunch: The Expo is the chance to learn about departments, colleges and units who are supporting OSU to achieve its mission of transformation, excellence and impact. Grab some lunch and meander through the booths to learn more about resources and opportunities on campus. Noon to 2 p.m, Sept. 17, PRAx Toomey Lobby and Outdoor Arena.
Open house celebration: University Housing & Dining Services cordially invites you to an open house celebration for OSU’s newest Corvallis campus housing at 1045 SW Madison Ave. Please join us to enjoy opening remarks, light refreshments and an opportunity to see inside community spaces and sample apartments. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sept.17 (opening remarks at 2:30 p.m.). Accommodation requests: meghan.lockwood@oregonstate.edu.
OSUsed Store Public Sales: The OSUsed Store carries furniture, computers, household items, office supplies and more at 644 SW 13th St. Public sales are open to all shoppers this Tuesday, 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Friday, noon to 3 p.m.; details here. Staff may shop for their department Mondays through Thursdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; details here.
TIAA On-Campus Consultations: Employees can meet with Andrew “AJ” Martinez, financial consultant from TIAA, to discuss your financial goals and savings plans for retirement. There is no cost for these consultations and they are available to all employees no matter what stage you are at in your career. Appointments available on the Corvallis campus Sept. 17-18. Schedule online at www.tiaa.org/schedulenow, or by phone at (503) 265-3905.
Oregon Sea Grant Legislative Fellowship 2024-2025: Oregon Sea Grant is accepting applications for the 2024-2025 State Legislative Fellowship. The fellowship is for graduate students or people who have recently completed their graduate degree based in Oregon with a passion for marine and coastal policy issues. The fellowship will occur during the Oregon legislative session, and applications are due by Friday, Oct. 4. Request for application and the OSG Scholars website. A Q&A session takes place from 2-2:30 p.m., Sept. 17. Register in advance here: https://oregonstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEpdOqorzgtGtIr3ea4rAakh_k3U9YLWH7k.
Wednesday
NEW! OSUWelcome 2024: It is not just a single event; it's the beginning of an incredible adventure. Starting with the Corvallis campus move-in on Sept. 18, let's make the first steps of this journey memorable and exciting for every new member of the Oregon State community. Encourage all incoming and transfer students to participate (nearly 80 events this year). Emphasize the benefits of attending, including making new friends, discovering Corvallis campus resources and learning strategies for academic success. #OSUWelcome2024 #YourAdventureAwaits!
Thursday
NEW! DanceLab: Freestyle, experimental movement inspired by a changing selection of evocative and lively music, followed by a meditative cool-down and reflection. Free yourself from the mind’s tyranny of judgment and comparison into a space of joy and plain old fun. There are no steps to learn. Facilitated by Julie Masters at Marigold 6:30-7:45 p.m., Sept 19. Purchase class passes and register here. Contact us.
2024 Mass Timber Research Symposium: The TallWood Design Institute in the College of Forestry is hosting the seventh annual Mass Timber Research and Design Innovation Symposium. Come hear from architecture, wood science and engineering faculty from the University of Oregon and Oregon State University about important mass timber research progress. 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sept. 19 at The LaSells Stewart Center for high-level research presentations, a tour of our MPP workforce housing prototype and a happy hour reception. RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-mass-timber-research-design-innovation-symposium-tickets-921072250897?aff=oddtdtcreator.
2024 Black and Orange Awards celebration: The 2024 Black and Orange Awardees and Alumni Fellows will be honored in Corvallis on Sept. 19 and 20. The most prestigious accolades awarded by OSUAA, these honors celebrate distinguished alumni and friends in our community and spotlight their philanthropy, volunteerism and generosity to OSU. Register today ($75 ceremony and dinner; $40 Alumni Fellows luncheon) at ForOregonState.org/BlackAndOrange.
Friday
OSUsed Store Public Sales: The OSUsed Store carries furniture, computers, household items, office supplies and more at 644 SW 13th St. Public sales are open to all shoppers this Tuesday, 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Friday, noon to 3 p.m.; details here. Staff may shop for their department Mondays through Thursdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; details here.
NEW! Author event with Joe Wilkins: Award-winning author Joe Wilkins will share his new novel, “The Entire Sky.” Sponsored by the Spring Creek Project. 7 p.m., Sept. 20., PRAx’s Toomey Lobby. Free and open to all. Book signing to follow presentation.
Saturday
OSUAA Tailgate Town, presented by OCCU | Home vs. Purdue: Gather with Beaver Nation at a free tailgate with yard games, free swag, student-made ice cream and a $50 Amazon gift card drawing, plus visits from Benny Beaver, OSU Cheer and Marching Band. Food and beverages available for purchase. CH2M HILL Alumni Center, 2:30 p.m. (three hours before kickoff), Saturday, Sept. 21.
Sunday
UAOSU Annual Picnic: The United Academics Oregon State University (UAOSU) annual picnic will be held on from 1-4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 22 at the Thompson Shelter in Avery Park. Grilled meat and vegetarian options will be provided, and we invite you to bring a side dish or dessert to share. Please RSVP at uaosu.org/picnic so we can prepare.
Events
NEW! Cookies and Clubs presented by the Engineering Student Council: Learn about the 50+ clubs and student organizations within the College of Engineering while also snacking on cookies and having the chance to be entered into a raffle. This event is a great opportunity to find clubs that interest you and also find your community at OSU. Noon to 2 p.m., Sept. 24, Valley Library Quad. https://groups.engr.oregonstate.edu/esc/cookies-and-clubs.
NEW! PRAx and the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences present "Rising," at 7 p.m., Sept. 27 in Detrick Hall. Enjoy an evening-length work that brings together the Grammy-nominated Neave Trio, New York City’s Pigeonwing Dance, a score by decorated composer Robert Sirota, detailed choreography by Gabrielle Lamb, and the spoken words of scientists, marine biologists and oceanographers. Tickets $25-35; students $5. Tickets here.
NEW! PERS Expo: Destination Retirement: Want to learn about your PERS benefits and preparing for a secure retirement? Join thousands of other public employees in attending PERS Expo 2024. Expo is PERS’ largest virtual event of the year and offers interactive and on-demand content, including live education presentations and question-and-answer sessions. This year’s event will be available live on Oct. 1, free. It’s open to all PERS members – whether you’re new to public service, midway through your career or nearing retirement. Register for PERS Expo 2024 today.
NEW! 4-H open house: Join us at 6:30 p.m, Oct. 3 at the Benton County Fairgrounds Solar Building (110 SW 53rd St, Corvallis, OR 97333) for our annual 4-H Open House to learn about the Benton County 4-H Program. Come meet our members and volunteers and explore the majority of projects available. 4-H is America's largest youth development organization serving over 6.5 million youth annually. Benton County 4-H serves over 3,000 youth annually through community clubs, school programs and camps. 4-H empowers youth with hands-on learning experiences to help them grow and thrive.
NEW! OSUAA Tailgate Town, presented by OCCU | Home vs. Colorado State: Before Beaver Football locks horns with the Rams, drop by a free tailgate with yard and tabletop games, a family fun zone and swag giveaways, plus visits from Benny Beaver, OSU Cheer and Band. CH2M HILL Alumni Center, 12:30 p.m. (three hours before kickoff), Oct. 5. Wear black for Dark Mode.
NEW! 4-H fundraiser: Join us to raise funds for the Benton County 4-H Program. Dine in or take out food from Papa’s Pizza in Corvallis on Wednesday, Oct. 9. All you have to do is provide the cashier with the Benton County 4-H Papa’s Pizza fundraiser flyer, and Papa’s will donate 50% of the proceeds. Please visit our website or contact our Benton Extension office to receive a flyer.
NEW! Volunteer with 4-H: Discover how you can become involved in 4-H and make a difference for the youth in your community. We are actively searching for adults who want to share their time and talents with our youth members. New volunteers receive a comprehensive orientation and training specific to their role; no knowledge or experience is required. Join us 6 p.m., Oct. 10 at the Benton OSU Extension office for our next training; registration is required (see the flyer for all the details). To learn more please visit our website or contact our Benton Extension office.
Speed Friending: OSU students can make new friends fast. 6-9 p.m., Sept. 25 in the MU Ballroom. Share this link for students to get more info: https://events.oregonstate.edu/event/speed-friending OR host your own Speed Friending event for your college, department or other group. CAPS created a DIY Speed Friending Guide for groups to replicate the event for their communities. Access the guide here: https://counseling.oregonstate.edu/introduction-relationships.
North Willamette Research & Extension Center Annual Harvest Dinner: Connect with local farmers, NWREC faculty, staff, OSU leaders, elected officials and our stakeholders to celebrate agriculture and learn about our various research and extension programs. Sept. 27. Social hour starts at 5 p.m., dinner begins at 6 p.m. For information and tickets: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/nwrec/events/nwrec-2024-annual-harvest-dinner.
Youth Impact Summit: Sign up to attend the inaugural Youth Impact Summit advancing youth care and education and educator/staff development. Check out the summit webpage for details and to register for this event taking place Oct. 7-8 at the OSU Portland Center. Learn how OSU and external youth programs are impacting communities across the state. Sessions are designed to meet the needs of youth program staff, faculty, volunteers, partners and leaders contributing to impact in youth care, education and educator/staff development programs.
Lectures, Workshops, Webinars
NEW! FST Farm 2 Fork Webinar: Would you like to learn about Native food systems and how they link traditional knowledge with modern practices? Noon to 12:45 p.m, Sept. 19. Register today.
NEW! Free classes at Marigold for OSUWelcome Week + Anniversary: Join us at Marigold: The OSU Center for Contemplative Practice for a week of free drop-in classes Sept. 23-28 for OSUWelcome week and Marigold's one-year anniversary. Open to all. Classes include gentle and flow yoga, dance, quiet and guided meditation. Instructors weave contemplative philosophy and movement in classes that strengthen the body and soothe the mind. Pre-registration required. Check out the class schedule and register. Contact us.
NEW! “Energized by Nature” STEM Program at HMSC: Build and test a solar boat, a wave energy device or a windmill and learn how the earth’s natural energy sources can power the future. Events will be at Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) on Sept. 27 and 30; cost is $25 per person and pre-registration is required. Learn more and register today.
NEW! Ask Alumni: Fall Into Productivity with Goal Setting. Noon, Sept. 26. Join OSU alumna and life coach Beth Dittman, Ed.M. ’08, to learn targeted strategies and unlock your potential through goal setting. Register now and take the first step toward achieving your goals. This free Ask Alumni webcast is perfect for students and alumni and open to everyone.
NEW! Psychology of Meditation & Buddhist Philosophy: Based on the popular PSY 495: Psychology of Meditation course, this non-credit class explores the psychological processes and techniques of meditation and Buddhist philosophy. The 10-week curriculum includes mindfulness, compassion practices, wisdom discussions and more. Open to all, at Marigold Tuesdays, Oct. 1-Dec. 3, 6:30-8:30pm. $350 public; $300 educators; $250 students. Contact us.
NEW! MindLab — 10-week series: In this down-to-earth meditation class, we cultivate mindfulness and loving kindness and experiment with bite-sized contemplative themes directly applicable to daily life. All levels welcome. Offered as a 10-session series for $125 or drop-in. Guided by Hemant Bhanoo on Wednesdays noon to 1 p.m.; series from Oct. 2 -Dec. 11. Purchase class passes or register for series here. Contact us.
Oak Creek Watershed Walk and Talk: Sean Fleming will be leading a walk at OSU Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture at noon Sept. 23. Join him to learn how to protect Oak Creek and other watersheds as a gardener. Sponsored by OSU Extension Benton County Master Gardeners. Please contact Sean at fleminsc@oregonstate.edu or Otillia Schreuder Otillia.schreuder@oregonstate.edu for more information or accommodations.
OSU Extension Service Small Farms Program offers livestock webinar series for farmers: The Oregon State University Extension Service Small Farms Program is hosting a monthly livestock webinar series, running Fall 2024 through Spring 2025. This series is ideal for farmers currently raising and caring for livestock in Oregon, as well as those interested in getting started with livestock. Kickoff is 5:30-7 p.m., Sept. 24 with “Nutrition for Ruminants” with speaker Shelby Filley. The cost to attend each webinar is $5. Pre-registration is required. Participants will be sent a link to join the webinar after registration. To register or learn more, visit https://extension.oregonstate.edu/program/all/smallfarms/events or contact Carrie Mack at 541-237-6808 or carrie.mack@oregonstate.edu.
Registration open for OSU Extension’s Tree School Field Day: Oregon’s largest outdoor learning day for woodland caretakers and tree enthusiasts returns to Hopkins Demonstration Forest on Saturday, Oct. 5. The day will include a roster of field-based workshops, demonstrations and self-guided learning stations that students can choose from. Attendees will have five class periods to craft their own unique Tree School Field Day experience. Cost is $35 per adult or $20 per youth. Pre-registration is required. For registration information, visit the website, stop by the OSU Extension office at 200 Warner Milne Road, Oregon City or call 503-655-8631.
OSU Advantage Accelerator: It’s time to accelerate your startup, technology and/or business idea. The OSU Advantage Accelerator is offering a virtual Accelerate program starting this October. In just nine weeks, streamline your value proposition, get to market faster and validate your product-market fit. The Accelerate program is open to OSU researchers, students, staff and the Corvallis community who intend to start or grow an entrepreneurial venture, and can qualify teams to receive NSF I-Corps funds. Begins Oct. 8. Learn more and apply here: https://advantage.oregonstate.edu/advantage-accelerator/programs/accelerate.
40-Minute Flow Yoga Classes: Join us at Marigold for flow yoga, 5:20-6 p.m., Monday-Thursday. Purchase 1-class pass for $20 (community), $18 (educators) and $15 (students) for two 40-minute classes. Flow yoga classes include mindful and more vigorous postures and movements for flexibility and strength, deep breathing and rest. Practice in a beautiful, biophilic space with our community. Register for a class, purchase passes or apply for an OSU Undergraduate Scholarship. Contact us.
Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue: Learn skills for creating alignment and agreement by fostering open dialogue around high-stakes, emotional or risky topics. Discover how to speak and be heard (and how to encourage others to do the same), surface the best ideas, make the highest-quality decisions and act on your decisions with unity and commitment. View dates for summer and fall 2024 in-person and Zoom courses here.
FourSight Mindset Reveal Workshop: How do you approach a challenge? FourSight Mindset Reveal is a new workshop presented by the Office of University Human Resources that dives deep into the way that we solve problems together. This engaging workshop helps people learn more about their own mindset, learn appreciation for how colleagues work, and together be able create a stronger team environment and reach more creative solutions. View upcoming workshops and enroll here.
Take Note
NEW! Constitution Day: To celebrate Constitution Day on Sept. 17, the Schools of Public Policy and History, Philosophy, and Religion invite you to listen to a podcast hosted by the National Constitution Center, a nonpartisan organization. The podcast focuses on core ideas embodied in our Constitution and how these ideas are useful to encourage civil dialogue. This free, informative and thought-provoking podcast is available at https://constitutioncenter.org/news-debate/podcasts/the-state-of-the-american-idea.
NEW! Sustainable campus: Oregon State University has again been recognized in the 2024 Sustainable Campus Index. This year, OSU tops the list for the institution with the most STARS reports of any school, and for a perfect score of 100% for Coordination and Planning. The Index, a publication from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), recognizes top-performing colleges and universities overall and in 17 impact areas, as measured through the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS).
NEW! Apply now for the Ecampus Research Fellows Program: If you’re interested in conducting research about online teaching and learning, the Ecampus Research Unit will help you plan your proposal for the Ecampus Research Fellows Program. The Research Unit annually funds up to three faculty and/or department projects — $25,000 each — to support research on distance and online education. Info sessions will be held at 10 a.m. Oct. 4 and 2 p.m. Oct. 8 via Zoom. Applications are due Nov. 1. To register or ask questions, contact Naomi Aguiar, associate director of research.
NEW! Faculty Classroom Emergency Guide: OSU Public Safety and the Office of the Provost have created an emergency response guide for faculty and instructional leaders to reference if a campus emergency occurs during instruction. A quick reference sheet has been distributed to all classrooms and the full guide is available at: https://beav.es/q27.
NEW! Camp & Activity Leaders Zoom Meetup: OSU youth program leaders are invited to join the Office of Youth Protection to discuss youth safety questions and concerns. Meets the third Tuesday of every month, 2-3 p.m., via Zoom, September-May. Email misha.lind@oregonstate.edu for the calendar invite and Zoom link. Open to all OSU youth program leaders.
NEW! Indigenous Peoples’ Week (Oct. 14-18): Celebrating Indigenous' Peoples Day, honoring the diverse histories and contributions of Indigenous students, faculty, and community. Save the dates and join us throughout the week for events dedicated to decolonizing narratives and histories and showcasing Indigenous people's resilience, creativity and innovation.
Volunteers needed for campus move-in: More than 4,500 new students will be moving onto campus between Sept. 18-20, and volunteers are needed to help welcome them. There are multiple shifts each day during Move-In week: 8-10 a.m., 10 a.m. to noon, noon to 2 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. Roles include helping students unload and interacting with students as they check in. Fill out our survey to participate and learn more at https://uhds.oregonstate.edu/housing/move-guide.
Faculty Staff Fitness: FSF offers classes on campus or online to meet your health and wellness needs. Check out our fall term class schedule so you can reserve time on your calendar to take care of you. Fall registration opens Sept. 1. FSF programming is open to all faculty, staff, GTAs/GRAs, spouse/partners of faculty and staff, OSU retirees and OSU affiliates. Have questions? Call the Physical Activity Office at 541-737-3222.
Make plans "4" Homecoming, Oct. 18-20: Celebrate college reunions for the classes of 2014, 2004, 1994, 1984, 1974 and 1964. Relive favorite traditions and make new memories with alumni and friends at activities across campus and at the game against UNLV. Plan your visit back to campus and check for updates and new events at ForOregonState.org/Homecoming. Email osualum@osualum.com to add your event.
Call for Symposia and Workshops: OSU, Portland State University and the Association for Advancing Participatory Sciences are hosting the 2025 Participatory Sciences Conference in Portland, Oregon on May 27-30, 2025. We are currently accepting symposia and workshop proposals. Guidelines for submissions and more information about attending the conference are available here. The deadline for proposal submissions is Sept. 20.
Monthly Emergency Preparedness Topic: Suspicious Object. Call OSU Public Safety: 541-737-7000 to report a suspicious object or if you receive notice of a bomb threat. Know what to do if you encounter a suspicious object; do not go near it. English and Spanish versions of this bulletin can be found here: https://emergency.oregonstate.edu/emergency-preparedness/preparedness-topics/suspicious-objects-and-bomb-threats.
Health & Safety: The University Health & Safety Committee wants to promote health and safety by reminding employees to report all work-related accidents and near misses/near-hits (almost-accidents) to your supervisor to ensure incidents are investigated to eliminate hazards and improve safety. Supervisors should complete the HR Advocate Public Incident Reporting form online at http://risk.oregonstate.edu/workerscomp/forms to document this process. You can also access OSU’s University Health & Safety Committee online at http://ehs.oregonstate.edu/uhsc, including past meeting minutes, information on how to contact a committee member and a link to report safety concerns online.
Take your product to market: Do you have OSU IP and want to take your product to market? We have $15K of funding available to help. The OSU Advantage Accelerator is currently seeking applications that describe technology-based projects in any discipline that will move OSU-owned technologies closer to commercialization. Proposals should describe a project that requires $15,000 or less of funding to achieve an important milestone(s) connected to commercialization. Each project should span six months or less, beginning in October 2024. Proposals are due by 5 p.m., Sept. 25. Go to https://advantage.oregonstate.edu/advantage-accelerator/funding-opportunities/aid-fund.
Online preparedness training: From the comfort of your desk, increase your emergency preparedness knowledge through OSU’s Bridge training management system. We offer short training sessions on many topics: active shooter response, earthquake/tsunami, fire preparedness and more. Take a few minutes to view the videos and join the DAM Ready movement.
Invest in Richardson and Peavy solar projects: The OSU Sustainability Office, Corvallis Sustainability Coalition and Oregon Clean Power Co-op invite you to invest in rooftop solar on Peavy Forest Science Center and Richardson Hall. Minimum investment is $1,000 and you choose your payback rate (1% to 4% APR), with an Investment Term of just two years. Donations are also welcome. See more info here, or contact us with questions: info@oregoncleanpower.coop or brandon.trelstad@oregonstate.edu.
New University Policy: 08-020 Digital Accessibility. This policy requires the university community to procure and provide information technology (from websites to classroom equipment and beyond) that is accessible to everyone who engages with it, with substantially equivalent ease of use. Please visit the “What’s New” section of the University Policy & Standards Manual for the latest on new, revised and proposed university policies and standards.
Revised University Standard: 07-310 Weapons, Dangerous Chemicals and Destructive Devices. This policy prohibits the possession, use, or threatened use of dangerous chemicals, weapons or destructive devices on university-owned or -controlled property, or at university events held on property not owned or controlled by the university. Exceptions exist for university sanctioned uses, such as classroom activities or ROTC. Please visit the “What’s New” section of the University Policy & Standards Manual for the latest on new, revised and proposed university policies and standards.
Social Justice Education Initiative Tier One Platform: Introducing a freshly revised 4-part SJEI Tier One Platform series, all sessions are 3 hours or less. Join your colleagues to explore equity and inclusion from a unique, community-building perspective. Open to all faculty, staff and graduate students at OSU. Learn more, see the schedule, and register for remote Tier One Platform & Tier Two Next Level workshops here. Interested in professional development for your unit? Contact SJEI director Jane Waite: jane.waite@oregonstate.edu
Jobs
This email only lists new or recently updated job postings. For a full list of current job postings for OSU Today, go to: http://today.oregonstate.edu/email/jobs To apply for the below positions, visit jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified.
NEW! The Office of Budget and Resource Planning invites applications for a Director of Budget Development (Internal Employment Opportunity, 1.0 FTE, 12-month, professional faculty position). The Director leads the development of the university’s annual budget, development and assessment of long-term financial projects, scenario analysis, cost assessments and benchmarking. Posting #P08443UF. Closes Sept. 18.
NEW! The Division of Extension and Engagement and the College of Forestry invite applications for an Extension 4-H and Forestry Natural Resources Program Coordinator position. This is a 12-month, full-time, professional faculty position based at the OSU Extension Service Benton County Office in Corvallis. Posting #P08432UF. Closes Sept. 19.
NEW! The Division of Extension and Engagement’s Extension Outdoor School program invites applications for a Communications Coordinator position. This is a 12-month, full-time, professional faculty position based in Corvallis. Refer to the Working Conditions section of the posting for information on flexible work arrangements. Posting #P08452UF. Full consideration Sept. 23. Closes Oct. 7.
NEW! Administrative Program Specialist – Food Science and Technology: The Department of Food Science and Technology (FST) at Oregon State University is accepting applications for an Administrative Program Specialist. This position is the primary department contact for FST students. Duties include graduate and undergraduate program administration and coordination, oversight of scholarship awards and funding, collection and management of student records and program data, and contributions as a member of a collaborative office team. Posting #P04965CT. Closes Sept. 25.
NEW! The Department of Forest Engineering, Resources and Management (FERM) in the College of Forestry (COF) at Oregon State University (OSU) invites applications for a dual-role (full time) position: Assistant or Associate Professor in Applied Forest Genetics and Director of the Pacific Northwest Tree Improvement Research Cooperative (PNWTIRC). This role combines a 0.75 FTE tenure-track/tenured faculty position with a 0.25 FTE professional faculty position for the PNWTIRC. Posting #P08463UF. Full consideration Oct. 14. Closes Oct. 28.
Traffic and Maintenance
Campus Way: As part of the Kelley District Utility Plant project, SW Campus Way between SW 26th Street and SW Memorial Place will be closed through Friday, Sept. 20. The closure is necessary to allow for crane activity related to the project. The Kelley Engineering Center south entrance will also be closed. The north sidewalk and both bicycle lanes in this section of Campus Way will be closed during this time period. The south sidewalk will remain open for pedestrians. A bicycle detour will be provided.
Weather
"It was a lovely afternoon—such an afternoon as only September can produce when summer has stolen back for one more day of dream and glamour." ~ L.M. Montgomery
Corvallis: A mix of sun and showers this week with highs in the low 70s and lows in the 40s.
Central Oregon: Starting out with showers and then getting sunny by week's end, highs in the 60s and lows in the 40s.
Newport: A mix of sun and showers this week with highs in the 60s and lows in the 50s.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr
