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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.
New research out of Oregon State University is bringing awareness to how the pandemic has impacted those with disabilities. (see also Science Daily)
In addition, Black nurses made up 23% of the poor overall sleep group, although they represented only 7% of the total sample. This could be due to experiences of discrimination, which have been shown to be related to poor sleep health, said co-author Jessee Dietch, Ph.D., an assistant professor of psychology at Oregon State University.
The federal government recently awarded nearly $5 million to Oregon State University to launch a new center that will turn environmental health research into practical applications to protect children from lead, arsenic and other toxins in the environment.
White Christmas: Kok-Meng Lam, analyst programmer with Enterprise Computing Services, sent in this Christmas Day shot. We are accepting photo submissions at osutoday@oregonstate.edu.
Timely Teaching Tips: Looking for ways to give your students more consistent and timely feedback? Find out more about getting started: Using Gradescope at OSU. Gradescope is hosting a workshop series this month that covers various assignment types, course formats and Canvas workflows. Register for Gradescope workshops.
Music à la Carte: Jade Hails, percussion. OSU Music alumnus Jade Hails returns to campus to perform on the Music à la Carte Concert Series. Hails' program will feature transcriptions of hallmark composers juxtaposed against the seemingly avant-garde works of theatrical percussion. Feb. 4 at noon, Memorial Union Lounge. Live audience open to OSU students, faculty and staff. Those from off campus are asked to view the livestream.
Anthropology Lecture Series: Agustín Fuentes of Princeton University will give a lecture on “Challenging the ascription of contemporary normativity to patterns and processes in human evolution.” He will speak on Friday, Feb. 4 from noon to 12:50 p.m. All lectures are accessible via Zoom in real time: beav.es/Uy4.
PFLA Lunch and Learn: Microsoft Excel (presented by Cyndy Kelchner). Join us for an informal shared learning and networking opportunity via Zoom (screensharing is encouraged) to share your favorite Excel features and tricks. Feb. 4, noon to 1 p.m.
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.
Applied Economics Seminar: Prof. Ivan Rudik from Cornell University will present "The Geography of Environmental Regulation: Welfare and Distributional Impacts of the Clean Air Act," Feb. 4, 1-2:30 p.m. via Zoom. Details, including dial-in information, here.
University Budget Committee: The Committee will meet this Friday, Feb. 4 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 and tuition recommendations for 2022-23. If you are interested in joining as an observer, register for the webinar here.
Robert S. Iltis Colloquium Series: Gregg Walker, professor in the School of Communication, will present his work on "Locally-led Climate Adaptation and the Sustainable Development: Best Practices for Collaborative Engagement," via Zoom on Feb. 4 at 4 p.m.
Winter Career Fairs: Feb. 14-17, connect with some of the best employers in the country at one of the 2022 OSU Winter Career Fairs. On-campus events include Feb. 15, Winter Civil and Construction Engineering Fair and Winter Career & Internship Fair; and Feb. 17, Non-Profit & Public Service Fair. Virtual events are Feb. 14, Winter Civil & Construction Engineering Fair, and Feb. 16, Winter Career & Internship Fair.
Greek Life students can “Ask Alumni” for career advice on Feb. 15: Members of OSU’s Greek Life community are invited to register for the next Ask Alumni event on Feb. 15 at 5 p.m. Current students can connect and network with a panel of recent OSU graduates who will share their school, internship and career guidance. Live event. Register here: ForOregonState.org/AskAlumni.
Non-Profit and Public Service Fair: Provides an opportunity to meet representatives from over 50 nonprofit and local government organizations representing a variety of fields who are seeking OSU volunteers, interns and employees. Feb. 17, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the MU Ballroom. Free. Registration via Handshake (optional): beav.es/npsf.
Interim President Johnson to Meet with Faculty: Interim President Johnson and the Faculty Senate Executive Committee are sponsoring small-group faculty conversations with academic, research and professional faculty. Each Zoom conversation will be facilitated by a Faculty Senate Executive Committee member and will consist of up to 12 faculty. Feb. 18, 1-2:30, or March 8, 2-3:30 p.m. Register: https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8wbi3tzlsYtenqe.
Beaver baseball tailgater in the desert on Feb. 19: It's time for baseball fun in the sun as the Beavs take on Gonzaga at Surprise Stadium in Arizona on Feb. 19. Rally before the game and enjoy plenty of food, drinks and fun while mingling with fellow OSU baseball fans, alumni and special guests. Tailgater is from 10 a.m. to noon MST. Game ticket required. bit.ly/OSUAASurprise22.
NEW! Department of Integrative Biology Seminar: The Department of Integrative Biology will present a series of "Enlightening" Talks featuring Christopher Marshall, Molly Burke and Anna Jolles, all of the IB Department, Feb. 7, 3 p.m. in person and via Zoom. The in-person access will be in ALS 4001 and the Zoom meeting can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/ancrx542. For more information go to http://ib.oregonstate.edu/smnrs.
NEW! CTL Tuesday Teaching + Tech Talks: "Make Content Stick!" — Satoris (Tori) Howes and Amy Hunter. In this T4 presentation, we will discuss strategies from the bestselling book "Made to Stick" for making content more memorable. Feb. 8, 10-11:50 a.m. via Zoom at https://beav.es/UJj. For more information see https://ctl.oregonstate.edu/tuesday-teaching-tech-talks.
NEW! Beyond Benefits: Basics of Estate Planning. Estate planning can allow one to make decisions on who receives his or her estate, make arrangements for disability, medical care and guardianship for minor children. Properly done, estate planning can remove many burdens from surviving family members during a stressful time. Feb. 8, 10 a.m. Register here.
NEW! Care.com’s "When the Well is Dry: Reset & Recharge When You’re Depleted." Join us for a candid discussion about how the challenges of the last two years and the stress of living in ongoing uncertainty have impacted our mental health. We’ll talk about strategies to increase self-compassion, have open conversations about one’s needs and the importance of self-care. Feb. 8, noon. Register here.
NEW! Seed starting: The Science and Practice of Seed Starting: Secrets to Success When Growing by Seed will be presented by Dennis Brown, OSU Master Gardener, as part of the Growing Oregon Gardeners: Level Up Series. Feb. 8, noon. All events in this OSU Extension Master Gardeners series are free, online and open to the public.
NEW! Greenfire Revolution: The Ancient/Future Paradigm of Ecological Fire Management." Join Tim Ingalsbee, founder of Firefighters United for Safety, Ethics & Ecology, as he speaks as part of Spring Creek Project's lecture series Lookout: Envisioning Futures with Wildfire on Feb. 8, at 6 p.m. Learn more and register here.
NEW! Women’s Leadership Lecture: The 2022 Susan J. McGregor Memorial Lecture features Georgia Lee Hussey, founder and CEO of Modernist Financial. Hussey’s address traces her path from sculptor and writer to CEO, believing that a company can thrive profitably by challenging conventional business mindsets, centering inclusivity and embracing “beginner’s mind” over traditional expertise. Feb. 8, 6-7 p.m. Registration required.
NEW! Principles of Vineyard Management Course: Patty Skinkis, professor and Viticulture Extension Specialist in the Department of Horticulture at Oregon State University is offering a course to the industry and public who wish to learn about wine grape growing. The course is offered live online with recordings available for all lectures. The course runs from March 29-June 1. Registration is open until March 29, but early registration rates end March 7. Click for more information.
Careers with the Spokane, Wash. Police Department: Oregon State students: Drop in to the Bexell Hall Living Room (211) to meet officers from the Spokane Police Department and learn about opportunities available to work in law enforcement in their city. Hosted by the College of Liberal Arts, Career Development Center. Feb. 8 from 2-4 p.m. Register on Handshake: https://beav.es/wiq. Hosted by the College of Liberal Arts, Career Development Center.
FYI Friday – Consumer Taste Tests: This talk will cover the reasons food companies use the Center for Sensory & Consumer Behavior Research to answer their questions; the different types of testing, sample preparation and test design to minimize bias; and how the local community is intricately involved. Anyone on campus over 18 can participate in the process and get paid to try free food samples. Feb. 11, 11 a.m. to noon via Zoom. Registration required.
Public Health Insider: Refocusing the Picture of Health for Kids March 9. Hear from the College of Public Health and Human Sciences during the Public Health Insider webcast series, March 9 at 5:30 p.m., on how educators and families can improve this generation’s health and be positive advocates for healthful eating and physical activity habits. Register at ForOregonState.org/PHI.
NEW! OSU Volunteer Income Tax Assistance: Need help with your taxes? Not sure if you need to file taxes this year? Come to VITA for free tax preparation. We’re ready to help you. Learn more and schedule your appointment on our website: beav.es/vita. Open Tuesdays 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays 1-5 p.m., Austin Hall 200. Questions: VITA.COB@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Yes, reusable mugs are accepted: Reusable mugs are back after a pandemic pause. They’re accepted at all OSU-run cafés and dining centers for a discount of $.35 every time. Just order, remove the lid, and place your cup in the designated area. This simple routine reduces our collective carbon footprint and your weekly expenses. Check your break room or a thrift store if you need one. For questions, contact lisa.narrow@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! 25 Year Club inductees: Congratulations to Sean SanRomani, research computing systems administrator, for being inducted into the 25 Year club at OSU. You can read more about their time at OSU and others inducted into the club by clicking on their name.
The 34th Annual Provost’s Literary Prize for undergraduate students at OSU is open for submissions. Keith Scribner in the School of Writing, Literature and Film and the screening committee are seeking help from faculty to identify candidates for the prize. The literary work can be fiction, poetry, drama, or creative nonfiction written for a general audience. The winner will be awarded $500 and on-campus publication. Submission details can be found here. Deadline: Tuesday, Feb. 15. The Provost will announce the winner in May 2022.
FISCAL POLICY 03-120-205 Retroactive Pay provides clear guidelines related to delayed payments for employee salary increases and various other types of compensation. Additional information about the new policy can be accessed on the FPP website (Important Information/Notifications).
FISCAL POLICY 03-140-513 Miscellaneous Expenses has been updated to provide guidelines for Royalties and Testing Incentives. Additional information about the new policy can be accessed on the FPP website (Important Information/Notifications).
FISCAL POLICY 03-140-202 Personal Reimbursements has been revised to include guidelines for cash advances. Additional information about the new policy can be accessed on the FPP website (Important Information/Notifications).
Managing Your Social Media, Purchasing and Other Privacy Settings: The Center for Internet Security (CIS) has information to manage your social media privacy settings covering the following: protecting your accounts, reducing your risk, adjusting settings and the risk of posting photos. The article is here: https://www.cisecurity.org/newsletter/new-year-new-privacy-settings/. In addition, the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) has a privacy hub to easily manage your settings for online e-commerce, music streaming and more at https://staysafeonline.org/stay-safe-online/managing-your-privacy/manage-privacy-settings/.
Nominate now for Breaking Barriers Awards: The President’s Commission on the Status of Women, Office of Institutional Diversity, Office of the Provost and OSU Athletics have expanded the Breaking Barriers award eligibility to all OSU community members whose work advances women and gender equity in alignment with the award categories. Categories include Education, Research, Athletics, the PCOSW Community Builder and the Harriet Redmond Award. Learn more and submit nominations at beav.es/w4c. Nominations deadline is Feb. 4. For more information contact pcosw@oregonstate.edu.
TIAA Financial Planning Resources: Representatives from TIAA have appointments available next week for OSU employees. Employees who would like to speak with a TIAA financial advisor can schedule an appointment here: https://shared.tiaa.org/public/publictools/events/meetingAndSeminar?employerId=1-GD6U-1. TIAA also has a new workshop series called Tuesdays at 2 p.m. that employees can register for here: https://www.cvent.com/c/calendar/e9597420-1aa6-455d-b0d7-5871f0054049. TIAA also now has financial webinars in Spanish that employees can access located at this link: http://www.tiaa.org/RecursosEducativos.
Looking for Unsung Heroes: We are looking for submissions from the Oregon State community to highlight OSU employees and students who are not typically in the spotlight but who are going above and beyond in their work or personal lives. Inspired by our COVID-19 Unsung Hero profiles, we want to celebrate those who serve others, whether it be helping colleagues, volunteering in their community or simply living in ways that inspire us. Send your suggestions to osutoday@oregonstate.edu and our staff may contact them for interviews we’d feature in OSU Today and elsewhere.
COVID-19 testing: Oregon State University, in collaboration with Willamette Valley Toxicology (WVT), is providing on-site COVID-19 testing. OSU employees and students, regardless of vaccination status, are welcome to test at one of these locations: Corvallis: Student Experience Center and Cascade Hall 120: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.. (For staff wanting to get a test voluntarily, please make sure to register for a LabDash account prior to arrival: https://labdash.net/.) Bend: Ray Hall 302. Week of Jan. 3: Monday-Wednesday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-6 p.m.
Beaver Battalion Bake Sale: Help support the OSU Food Drive by partaking in a special treat baked just for you by the NROTC Beaver Battalion. Stop by the SEC Plaza from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Feb. 10, 17 or 24 for a mid-day snack. You can also support the Food Drive by donating through their Facebook page. For questions, contact lauri.morris@oregonstate.edu.
School of Public Policy Plant Sale: A plant sale is being held in Bexell Hall 418. There will be a wide variety of plants to choose from and the suggested donations will be printed on the individual plants. Supplies are limited, so be sure to swing by early in the month for the best selection. If you have any questions, please email laura.relyea@oregonstate.edu.
College of Forestry Pet Photo Contest: The FERM Department in supporting the Linn Benton Food Drive by hosting a pet contest and is accepting your photo submissions in five categories: 1. Cutest Creature 2. Super Snoozer (sleeping photos) 3. Best Blep (tongue-out photos) 4. Coolest Costume 5. Best Friends (2 or more pets) Enter your submissions by Feb. 4. All entries will be uploaded to a webpage with a Qualtrics voting system to follow Feb. 14-17. Votes will cost $1 each.
School of Public Policy Bottle/Can Deposit Drive: Each floor of Bexell Hall will have donated Home Depot orange buckets near all the trash bins to receive bottles/cans, or you can leave any large supplies in Bexell Hall 418. All money from the deposited bottles and cans will be donated to the Linn Benton Food Share. Contact jen.edwards@oregonstate.edu with any questions.
Pet Pageant with Amy and Amerie: Here's a chance to showcase your pet, either live via Zoom or by sharing a picture by Feb. 8 at noon. There will be live polls with different categories where attendees can vote on their favorites. Make a donation using Give Butter or Network for Good, or another platform; suggested donation is $5. Note "Pet Pageant" on your donation receipt and email to amy.baker@oregonstate.edu for the Zoom link.
Master Gardener Live Q&A: Bring your gardening questions to be answered by three OSU Master Gardener volunteers on Feb. 16 at noon. Make a donation using Give Butter or Network for Good, or another platform; suggested donation is $5. Note "Garden" to your donation receipt and email to amy.baker@oregonstate.edu for the Zoom link.
College of Forestry 5K/10K Virtual Run: "Race to the Top Banana." You have the option to receive a t-shirt to commemorate your race. Your entry fee of $25 will go to the Linn Benton Food Share to help feed those in need in our community. Complete your registration and email Jenna.Baker@oregonstate.edu with any questions.
Live Cooking Demo with Kelly Strait: Join our live cooking demo with Kelly Streit, Registered Dietician/Senior Instructor, Family & Community Health, Clackamas County on Feb. 28 at noon. Make a donation using Give Butter or Network for Good, or another platform; suggested donation is $5. Note "Cooking Demo" to your donation receipt and email to amy.baker@oregonstate.edu for the Zoom link.
School of Public Policy Giving Tree: Swing by Bexell Hall 300 and pick an apple and/or a leaf from the "giving tree." The items printed on the apples and leaves are from the Linn Benton Food Share's most wanted foods list. By taking an apple or a leaf, you promise to bring in the item(s) to Bexell Hall's Room 309 before Feb. 28 to be donated. Contact jen.edwards@oregonstate.edu with any questions.
Recipes wanted: The OSU Foundation and the OSU Alumni Association are collecting recipes for a cookbook with the theme “Bites & Beverages,” so share recipes befitting the best social hour in 2022. Submit your favorite recipe by Feb. 25 to be included. Order your cookbook today: Digital copies are $10 and printed copies are $15; books will be delivered in April. For more information email Heather Rapp.
NEW! Community Hall Slope Project area updates: The west side of the Pharmacy building will be open starting Monday, Feb. 7. The area between the Pharmacy building, Joyce Collin Furman Hall and Gladys Valley will be closed to all access with the exception of the ADA entrance to the Pharmacy building. The ADA entrance to Joyce Collin Furman Hall will be from the east. Due to the extent of the construction, the exact ADA pathway to the Pharmacy building will vary (view map). These access updates will be in place through Thursday, Sept. 1.
Reser: For work related to the Completing Reser Stadium project, the South Reser parking lot entrance/exit to SW 26th Street will be temporarily moved to the south to allow for construction of the new wellness center (view map). Both entrance and exit will be limited to one lane with a detour in place once in the parking lot. The existing crosswalk will be closed and a new temporary crosswalk will be added across SW 26th Street.
West Greenhouse: As part of the 20 & 21 West Greenhouse project, a portion of sidewalk will be closed to pedestrian traffic between SW 30th and 35th streets on SW Campus Way for ADA access and sidewalk improvement work. The month-long closure is scheduled to start on Friday, Jan. 7 and continue through Feb. 7. Please view the online map, which provides an overview of this location and appropriate detours to take. Direct access to the 20 & 21 greenhouses can be made at their north side doors.
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! Facilities Services at Oregon State University is seeking a full-time Operating Systems - Network Analyst. Posting #P03392CT. Closes Feb. 27.
“The problem isn't to learn to love humanity, but to learn to love those members of it who happen to be at hand.”~ Samuel R. Delany
Corvallis: Slight chance of rain and areas of fog, high of 50, low of 35. Mostly sunny this weekend.
Central Oregon: Partly sunny today, high of 51, low of 28. Sunny this weekend.
Newport: Chance of rain and patch fog, high of 52, low of 40. Mostly sunny this weekend.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/
