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COVID-19 website: To facilitate the ongoing sharing of information about the virus, Oregon State University has added a link on the OSU homepage to a page that provides detailed and up-to-date COVID-19 information; links to OSU, local, state and federal resources; and updates on the latest federal travel restrictions.
TRACE OSU testing: TRACE OSU is providing random COVID-19 testing by invitation at its Corvallis and Bend campuses and at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport. All faculty, staff and students, regardless of vaccination status, should continue with testing participation in TRACE. Testing will take place in Corvallis in the Memorial Union Ballroom and at Reser ticket booths, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. In Newport, testing will be provided every other week, Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Thursday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. At OSU-Cascades, testing is provided only to students living and working on campus, and employees working on campus. Testing takes place Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Visit the OSU-Cascades Safety and Success website to learn more about testing schedules. Please join the effort to build a safer and healthier Oregon State University community. To enroll and for more information: https://trace.oregonstate.edu/osu.
COVID-19 vaccine clinics: Weekly clinics at Reser Stadium in Corvallis are being collaboratively run by Samaritan Health Services, Benton County and OSU. Visit this website to schedule a vaccine. OSU-Cascades students, faculty and staff can register for the vaccine here. Check your local public health authority websites for more information. You can also visit the Oregon Health Authority: Get Vaccinated Oregon website and the CDC VaccineFinder for vaccinations anywhere in the U.S.
Timely Teaching Tips: Want to build skills that will serve you well in all the courses you teach? The Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC) program is offering a valuable series of 50-minute Spring workshops via Zoom. Upcoming topics include inclusive teaching of academic communication and how to design accessible and engaging course material. See the WIC Spring Event Series.
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. Content appearing includes timely news and feature stories from broadcast, print and online sources. Occasionally, opinion pieces and first-person columns appearing in mainstream media outlets that are written by faculty members and pertain to their academic or professional expertise may be included based on their unique, informative value, timeliness and space constraints. It is not the policy of OSU Today to include Letters to the Editor.
Spinrad, a professor of oceanography at Oregon State University, served as chief scientist at NOAA under President Barack Obama and before that led the agency’s research arm and ocean service. He also held ocean leadership positions in the Navy. (see also New York Times, Portland Business Journal, KTVZ)
Deep in the dimly lit recesses of Oregon State University’s Weniger Hall, more than 26,000 garter snakes lie in wait. Coiled and crammed into jar after jar of yellowing alcohol, this assemblage of pickled snakes is more than an ophidiophobe’s nightmare. Part of the university’s reptile and amphibian collection, this is the world’s largest assemblage of garter snakes.
Last year, the College of Forestry at Oregon State University welcomed Peavy Hall and the Advanced Wood Products Laboratory (AWP), two new mass timber buildings that serve as living laboratories for sustainable architecture.
A piece by OSU's Susan Shaw.
According to data published this month by researchers at the Oregon State University College of Pharmacy, policies aimed at curbing opioid misuse might be having an unintended consequence: limiting access to pain-relieving medications for terminally ill patients.
Hidden beauty: Shells are embedded in rocks at Beverly Beach on the Oregon coast. (photo by Tiffany Woods, Oregon Sea Grant). What treasures will you uncover this weekend?
Demonstrating a Culture of Care: Join us as we explain the meaning of a Culture of Care and share the resources at OSU that are available to employees and supervisors to demonstrate a culture of caring and support. This session is geared toward university employees and supervisors. Part of the Spring 2021 FYI Friday series: Friday April 23, 10-10:30 a.m. via Zoom. Registration required.
CTL Sparkshops: Engaging students in Zoom: Attention supports. Do you ever wonder: "How do I grab students’ focus on learning right from the beginning of class and maintain their attention throughout the entire class period?" Funmi Amobi (CTL) and WeiWei Zhang (AT) will discuss how to apply evidence-based pedagogical practices coupled with applicable Zoom and Google tools to engage students in synchronous class sessions. April 23, noon to 12:45 p.m. Login to Zoom: https://oregonstate.zoom.us/my/sparkshop
College of Public Health and Human Sciences research seminar. “Is exercise really medicine? The importance of context,” will be presented by Barry Braun, Ph.D., professor and head of the department of health and exercise science and executive director of the Human Performance Clinical Research Laboratory at Colorado State University, from 1-2 p.m. Friday, April 23. Co-sponsored by the CPHHS kinesiology program. Watch this seminar, live or recorded, on the CPHHS website.
University Budget Committee: The University Budget Committee (UBC) will meet this Friday, April 23 from 2-3:30 p.m. via Zoom. The UBC is OSU’s advisory body to the Provost for recommendations on tuition rates, budget priorities, and budget policies. The committee will discuss projections and planning relevant to developing budget recommendations for 2021-22. Members of the university community are welcome to join the meetings as observers. If you are interested in joining as an observer you may register via Zoom. More information and future meeting times can be found at https://fa.oregonstate.edu/budget/university-budget-committee.
Bring Your Kids to Campus Day: The Family Resource Center is excited to announce that this year’s Bring Your Kids to *Virtual* Campus Day is taking place on Friday, April 23 and registration is now open. In celebration of national Take Our Daughters & Sons to Work Day, OSU's ninth annual Bring Your Kids to Campus Day is designed to promote the value of a college education as well as share with our children the fun and exciting place where we are fortunate to work and study. Register now. Please direct any questions to erika.woosley@oregonstate.edu.
Beaver Classic Cheese Sales: Come see us at the Corvallis Farmer’s Market every Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Corvallis Riverfront on First Street between Jackson and Monroe. Coming soon: the release of our newest cheddar. You won’t want to miss this one. You can also order online for the farmers market and just stop by the booth — no waiting. Start here: https://locallygrown.localfoodmarketplace.com/Index.
NEW! Introducing the Center for Quantitative Life Sciences: On July 1, the CGRB will become the Center for Quantitative Life Sciences. Please join us on April 28 at 3 p.m. to hear more about this exciting development. Link to Zoom.
NEW! Trans Story Circles: Hosted by the HRWGC and the Pride Center. Happening Monday, May 3 from 5-7 p.m., for folx who identify within the trans umbrella to gather in a safe and brave space to share their stories and create connections. There is a mandatory Qualtrics form to participate: https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1ZGJFrP1Ckjq3cO.
Grad Appreciation Week: Join us in celebrating the contributions graduate students make to the university during the week of April 26. Activities include several workshops, a fitness class, CV/resume review and campus walks. Winners of the Graduate Research Photo Competition will also be announced. Most events will be on Zoom. Descriptions and registration links can found at https://gradschool.oregonstate.edu/grad-appreciation-week-2021.
START orientation: START New Student Orientation will occur virtually this summer, but with significant changes from summer 2020. Come to our webinar to learn about the overall structure and the experience will be like for our incoming class. Join us on Zoom for the event, which will take place on April 27 from 2:30-3:30 p.m.
University Press celebration: Since 1961, the Oregon State University Press has been publishing award-winning books on the Pacific Northwest, the American West and the Pacific world. Coinciding with our 60th anniversary, the status of OSU Press as Oregon's preeminent university press was reaffirmed by the judges of the Oregon Book Awards, who named three OSU Press books as finalists in 2021. The winners will be announced on Sunday, May 2, on Oregon Public Radio. To celebrate all three finalists and help take the edge off the suspense, Christopher McKnight Nichols, director of Oregon State University's Center for the Humanities, will moderate a happy hour discussion with the authors. Tuesday, April 27, 6 p.m. Registration link: https://oregonstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwtdeihrDouG9FNfcgoCMF2OBmmP0_wN91y.
NEW! Public Health Webcast April 26 — Manage your growing everyday stress: With the layered and persistent challenges of the pandemic, many are experiencing stress levels at an all-time high. In a Public Health Insider webcast on April 26 at 4 p.m. PT, College of Public Health and Human Sciences faculty share tools for recognizing and managing stress, strengthening resiliency and reducing the toll of long-term stress. Register and explore the series.
NEW! CTL Tuesday Teaching + Tech Talks: Requesting, Receiving & Responding to Student Feedback. Kenton Hokanson, instructor/research associate, College of Science, and Tasha Galardi, instructor, CPHHS, will present “Do you want to know what your students are thinking? This talk will discuss how to collect fair and useful feedback from them, and how to use it to improve your classroom dynamic and course.” This workshop takes place April 27 at 10 a.m. via Zoom. Login to Zoom: Tuesday Teaching +Tech Talks. Handouts, materials and resources: beav.es/BOXT4.
NEW! OSU Design Network Entrepreneurial Design webcast May 12: Beaver Nation is invited to hear from a panel of inspirational thought leaders as they honor the achievements and work of designers and creators. You will also enjoy the opportunity to network with fellow design industry professionals, students and alumni in design of all levels while learning how OSUDN supports and connects the Beaver creative community. Register here to save your seat for this motivational event.
NEW! Getting Big: Essential Ideas for the Contemplative Journey. Contemplative Studies Initiative co-founder Dr. Winston McCullough is soon moving to Colorado; he’ll discuss the essential ideas of his contemplative career, including "getting big" — or expanding one's perspective and sphere of concern. The evening will include discussion and connection. Wednesday, April 28, 5:30-7 p.m. PDT. Free and open to all via Zoom. Registration required.
NEW! Art and Science: Lessons learned during the process. Tuesday, April 27 at 4 p.m., Dr Randall Millstein, Astronomer-in-Residence for the Oregon NASA Space Grant Consortium, will present "The Science of my Art." This seminar series is co-hosted by Biological and Ecological Engineering, ARTS-SCI and The Corvallis Arts Center. It features scientist-artists who discuss how these disciplines are interwoven in their processes. Seminars are Tuesdays at 4 p.m. for 1 credit as BEE 507 but are open to the general public. Zoom link: https://bit.ly/2PGpCWe. Click here: https://artsci.oregonstate.edu/arts-and-science for more information on past recordings and future talks.
Department of Horticulture Seminar: The Horticulture Spring 2021 Seminar Series will take place Monday, April 26, at noon. Register for the Zoom seminar at https://oregonstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJctf-CgqjkqHNLtcaOH-fugRPycyX6WwWJb. The event is free and open to the public. Ozge Yalcin, MS Student in the Department of Horticulture, Oregon State University, will present “Wild small fruits in Turkey.”
Biden’s First 100 Days - April 27 Webcast: On the heels of the popular November webcast, David Bernell, associate professor of political science in OSU’s School of Public Policy, returns to discuss President Biden’s first 100 days in office. Engage with fellow Beavers on Tuesday, April 27, noon to 1 p.m. as we explore the future of American politics, including the new administration’s plans to guide the country out of a global pandemic and move past recent political unrest. This academic enrichment program will also take an in-depth look at filling critical Cabinet positions, foreign policy changes and the COVID-19 response. Have questions on these or other related topics? Submit them when you register at osualum.com/Biden-100-Days.
Engaging Learners with Instructional Media Workshops: See how using media can enhance student learning. Discover ways to make your lecture videos more engaging and effective with in-video quizzing. The Faculty Media Center and CTL invite instructors and GTAs to an interactive one-hour workshop: Wednesday, April 28 at 2 p.m., or Thursday, April 29 at 10 a.m. Register: https://beav.es/Jx7.
UPDATED! Innovation to Market — Funding & Training Opportunities: OSU faculty and graduate student researchers are invited to join the OSU Advantage office on Wednesday, April 28 for a one-hour virtual event (offered once in the morning and once in the afternoon) that will describe funding and training opportunities that support innovation and entrepreneurship at the federal, state and OSU levels. At this event, you will also learn how to apply for a special $5,000 Innovation Award available from the Office for Commercialization and Corporate Development (OCCD). Register here for a Zoom link: https://lnkd.in/g9eCCDA.
NEW! STEM Academy: STEM Academy is hosting a broad range of STEM Summer Day Camps from mid-June through early August for students who will be entering 3rd-12th grades in the fall of 2021. Registration for the summer program is open. Topics include: transportation, coding, invention, engineering, computer graphics and modeling, cybersecurity, biochemistry, computational biology, powered machines, Lego robotics, wildlife science, and the computational mystery of board games. For more information or to register online, please visit http://stemacademy.oregonstate.edu. For questions, call 541-737-8139 or email STEM.academy@oregonstate.edu. Needs-based scholarships available for all camps.
OSU ADA30 Celebratory Symposium: Registration is now open. The symposium is the culmination of a year-long celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act at Oregon State University. This symposium combines poster and paper sessions with community-oriented workshops and facilitated discussions to create opportunities for dialogue across spheres of experience. This is a digital event that will be held on Zoom May 4-27. This symposium is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Visit the OSU ADA30 Blog for more information about symposium accessibility, registration and sessions.
Marine Studies Initiative Photo Contest: Highlight the new Marine Studies degree, which focuses on the relationship between people and the marine environment, by submitting an original photo for our photo contest. Submit at beav.es/Jj4. Must be an OSU student. Three photos can be submitted per person. Winner will receive two tickets to the Oregon Coast Aquarium and be featured on MSI socials, website and newsletter.
Dam Proud Day OSUAA Board Scholarship: With matching gifts from the OSU Alumni Association Board of Directors on Dam Proud Day, a new scholarship to support students experiencing severe financial need is being created. Scholarships reduce financial burdens and allow students to focus their time on their studies and activities. “I've had the freedom and opportunity to explore my interests, both academic and personal, and to grow as a student and person,” a past OSUAA scholarship recipient said. On April 28, make a gift to the OSUAA Board Scholarship and show you’re Dam Proud of our students. bit.ly/OSUAA-DPD.
Protect Yourself from Stimulus Payment Scams: With the upcoming release of stimulus payments, scammers are busy trying to get your money and personal information. If they get your personal information, they can steal your identity and continue to commit crimes against you. Protect yourself by learning how they operate and how you can avoid becoming a victim at https://www.cisecurity.org/newsletter/dont-be-frivolous-with-your-stimulus/. This message brought to you by the OSU Office of Information Security.
Applications for PCOSW scholarships and event co-sponsorships for summer and fall term projects are now being accepted. The President’s Commission on the Status of Women provides funding to faculty, students, and staff who are pursuing professional development, research, outreach or creative projects related to women’s issues. Scholarships average $300 and are paid by reimbursement. Applications are due Friday, April 30. Visit https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/pcosw/funding-opportunities for detailed guidelines, qualification requirements, and application links. Questions? Contact pcosw@oregonstate.edu.
Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2021 University Mentoring and Professional Development Award. This award, presented annually at University Day, recognizes any classified, professional faculty or faculty member who excels in mentoring, supporting and encouraging OSU employees, especially women and those from under-represented groups or non-traditional careers, and making available to them opportunities for professional, educational and personal development. 2021 President’s Commission on the Status of Women believes that mentoring and development are critical to excellent performance and employee satisfaction. The award offers a way of commending individuals who support the learning environment for OSU employees. For more information and a list of past recipients: https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/pcosw/funding-opportunities. Nominations are due May 4. Questions? Contact pcosw@oregonstate.edu.
Noise control: Are you exposed to loud noise at work? Find out more about OSU’s Hearing Conservation Program and Noise Control Plan. The goal of OSU’s Hearing Conservation Program is to monitor and protect employees who have the potential to develop noise-induced hearing loss — a preventable, permanent and progressive health issue. In collaboration with Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health Services provides annual hearing tests for those exposed to loud noise on the job. Training is available through the EH&S website. Contact Occupational Health or Environmental Health and Safety with questions.
Legislative Scholars Program: The OSU Legislative Scholars Program enables students to learn about, and engage in, current public policy issues while also increasing student advocacy in the Oregon State Legislature. We are actively seeking the participation of historically marginalized, under-represented and STEM students who are interested in engaging in the political process. The program is open to undergraduate students attending Corvallis, Cascades and Ecampus, with a preference for students who are in their third and fourth years. Students may enroll for 2 credits/quarter which may qualify for majors across campus. Students may also chose to enroll for the non-credit/tuition-free option that appears on their transcripts. Fall enrollment will be limited to 50 students. Application deadline: Friday, April 30. For information about how to apply: How to Apply to the Program. If you have questions or would like more information contact the program director: jock.mills@oregonstate.edu.
CFP — 2021-22 OSU Humanities Research Fellowships: The OSU Center for the Humanities is now accepting applications for 2021-2022 Faculty Research Fellowships. The deadline to submit proposals is Monday, April 26. Find application forms, instructions and information about awards online at https://humanities.oregonstate.edu/fellowship-program.
UPDATED! Apply for the $5k Innovation Day Award by April 30: OSU faculty members are invited to submit a one-page Idea Pitch to the OSU Advantage office for the chance to receive a $5k award. The Idea Pitch should answer a commercial question in the faculty member’s research such as “With this proof, I can confirm that I have unique innovative technology” or “I can confirm which industry will be interested in the outcome of this research.” Attendance at the April 28 “Innovation to Market” virtual event is required to be eligible to submit. More information is here: https://lnkd.in/g9eCCDA.
Southwest Washington Way: For work related to Pacific Power system upgrades, Pacific Power will perform electrical trenching and drilling work from Monday, April 19 through Monday, May 31. Electrical trenching and drilling work will start at the intersection of 35th Street and SW Washington Way on Monday, April 19, with work occurring on both sides of SW Washington Way between 35th Street and 30th Street through the end of May (view map). Work will progress from west to east along SW Washington Way. This work supports Pacific Power’s power infrastructure and prepares for future upgrades to SW Washington Way.
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! Assistant Professor (Practice): The Extension Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources program invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Assistant Professor of Practice position that will be based at the OSU Extension Service Lake County Office in Lakeview, Oregon. The academic home of this position will be the OSU Department of Animal & Rangeland Sciences. Posting #P04295UF. Closes May 14.
NEW! Student Recruitment Coordinator: College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Student Recruitment Coordinator position. Posting #P04301UF. Closes May 16.
NEW! Office Specialist 2: The Extension Hood River County Office invites applications for a full-time Office Specialist 2 position. This position is located at the beautiful Mid-Columbia Agricultural Research and Extension Center surrounded by orchards and gardens. Posting #P02942CT. Closes May 5.
“Courage is of no value unless accompanied by justice; yet if everyone became just, there would be no need for courage." ~ Agesilaus the Second
Corvallis: Mostly cloudy today, high of 63, low of 43. Rain Saturday, showers Sunday.
Central Oregon: Mostly sunny today, high of 66, low of 39. Chance of showers Saturday, rain and snow likely Sunday.
Newport: Cloudy today, high of 51, low of 45. Rain and breezy Saturday, showers Sunday.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/
