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.
The bittering agents called hops have enzymes that chew up starch and unleash more fermentable sugar—which can boost alcohol and CO2 in the finished brew. Christopher Intagliata reports. OSU research is featured.
There are two big issues facing parents in Corvallis who need child care. One is access - there simply aren’t that many child care facilities in town, and strict city limits on where new facilities can be built. The second is cost.
Dominique Bachelet, a climate scientist at Oregon State University, praises the team’s efforts, though she suggests there may be more subtle ways of analysing another factor assessed by the study: housing density. You might think that the risk of fire is directly proportional to how many humans and houses live in an area – but it also depends on what vegetation is available to burn. Perhaps just a small settlement, in a very fire-prone place with lots of flammable vegetation, could become associated with more frequent combustion.
Katie McConnell, a marine biologist at Oregon State University, was working on a research team to identify and catalogue marine invertebrate species in Golfo de Penas when they discovered the dead whales.
In keeping with the for-the-community spirit of Oregon State University’s founding 150 years ago, Oregon State University-Cascades is bringing the classroom to Central Oregon with Discovery Day on Oct. 13.
Researchers found that a city's flu season is apt to last longer as its population increases and workplaces become more focused within a few key spots, said lead researcher Benjamin Dalziel, a population biologist with Oregon State University. (see also PBS)
The Fairbanks Gallery at Oregon State University will present the exhibition “Paraphrase the Invisible,” from Oct. 8 to Nov. 1, featuring work by Seattle sculptor Erin Meyer.
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Artificial intelligence is becoming more and more prevalent in the daily lives of people around the world. From cell phones and personal assistants to internet searches and photo sharing, AI helps power the systems at the foundation of these tools. Terra writer Annie Athon Heck recently interviewed Tom Dietterich, professor emeritus in computer science at Oregon State University and a leading expert on the topic of artificial intelligence about artificial intelligence, its relationship to robotics and its future. To explore the topic further, be sure to attend “The Promise and Perils of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics” on Oct. 23.
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World Mental Health Week: World Mental Health Week will be celebrated at OSU Oct. 8 – 12. The week will feature events and trainings to help students de-stress, make new friends, learn about campus resources that support mental health, reduce stigma around seeking mental health support and learn how to help friends or family members struggling with mental health issues. View the week’s calendar here: https://events.oregonstate.edu/department/counseling_and_psychological_services_caps.
Accessibility Basics for the Web: Learn how to make websites accessible to people with disabilities. We’ll also discuss the OSU policy on Information Technology Accessibility. All are welcome, employees with website responsibilities are encouraged if they have not attended yet. Register for a session, offered Oct. 8, Nov. 15, Dec. 14, and Jan. 22.
Faculty Conversations with President Ray: In an ongoing effort to improve communication lines between the faculty and administration, the Faculty Senate Executive Committee is sponsoring several small group conversations with President Ray and faculty (academic, research and professional) during fall term. Each conversation will be facilitated by a Faculty Senate Executive Committee member and will consist of up to 12 faculty. This is an opportunity for the president to hear what faculty are thinking and experiencing; faculty are encouraged to speak freely. If you wish to participate, access the registration form at http://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cHGiwzVwSEFSRuZ to register for the below sessions. Session requests will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis. Oct. 8, 1-2:30 p.m.; Nov. 6, 1-2:30 p.m.
New art exhibit: Oregon State University’s Little Gallery presents “Reverence,” an exhibition of selected works by Ka’ila Farrell-Smith, Natalie Ball and Rick Bartow, Oct. 8 through Dec. 13. An opening reception will be held from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Oct. 8 in the gallery. Oct. 8 also is Indigenous People’s Day. Ball and Farrell-Smith plan to attend the opening. The Little Gallery, 210 Kidder Hall on the OSU campus in Corvallis, is open 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
Cathy Hasenpflug Welcome Reception: A reception welcoming Cathy Hasenpflug, new chief human resources officer with the Office of Human Resources, will be held from 3:30 - 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 8, in the Memorial Union Lounge. All members of OSU and the broader community are invited to enjoy desserts, beverages, and to meet Hasenpflug. For more information or questions, contact University Events events@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-4717.
Indigenous People’s Day: Join us from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Memorial Union Horizon Room and SEC Plaza on Monday, Oct. 8, for several activities including a flag-raising of the Nine Tribes of Oregon and performance by OSU Aztec Dance. This event is part of OSU’s 150th anniversary.
Statistics Department Research Seminar: Monday’s seminar speaker will be Bryon Aragam. Aragam is a postdoc at Carnegie Mellon in the Machine Learning department. His research interests are in the intersection of high-dimensional statistics and machine learning, with a focus on developing algorithms, theory, and software for applications in computational biology and precision medicine. You can learn more about him here: http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~naragam/. He will speak Oct. 8, 4-4:50 p.m. in Kelly Engineering 1003. This seminar is open to the public.
Department of Integrative Biology Seminar: Joshua Miller, assistant professor, University of Cincinnati, will present a seminar entitled "Ghosts on the Landscape: Bones Offer New Insights for Understanding, Conserving, and Managing Modern Ecosystems." Miller studies naturally occurring bone accumulations on landscape surfaces (death assemblages) to recover high-quality historical population and geographic-use data on modern mammal communities. Monday, Oct. 8, 4 p.m., ALS 4001. For more information and to view the entire Integrative Biology Department Fall Seminar Series lineup, go to http://ib.oregonstate.edu/smnrs.
Diversity and Inclusion—What, Why, and ROI: Creating A LGBTQ+ Friendly Environment for Staff, Clients, and Students: The Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine will host Mike Chaddock from Michigan State University on Monday, Oct. 8, 5:30-7 p.m. in Magruder Hall M 102. This presentation will include basic information on diversity and inclusion, the business case for diversity and inclusion, and provide take-home ideas and tips on how to create a LGBTQ+ friendly environment. This is a free lecture open to students, staff, and faculty. For questions or accommodations contact Sara.k.smith@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-6779.
Science Pub: At the Corvallis Science Pub on Oct. 8, Chad Higgins will discuss the farms of the future and related technology in the fields. Higgins’ research explores the intersection of farming and technology. He is testing the idea that radio-frequency identification (RFID) devices, which are commonly used to track inventory in retail stores, can generate a round-the-clock, area wide picture of soil moisture. Science Pub begins at 6 p.m. in the Old World Deli, 341 2nd St. in Corvallis and is free and open to the public. Due to the continuing popularity of Science Pub, attendance will be limited and advance registration will be required. Registration is available online or by calling University Events at 541-737-4717. People who arrive without a ticket are welcome but will not be admitted to the reserved seating area until 6 p.m. Podcasts of previous Corvallis Science Pub events on topics such as the roadside geology of Oregon and the bond between people and dogs are available at http://communications.oregonstate.edu/podcast
Upcoming Events
NEW! Celebrate #AdaLovelaceDay: OREGON STATE ADVANCE and 500womenscientists Corvallis have partnered to host a Science Salon to celebrate Ada Lovelace Day on Oct. 9 from 5-7 p.m. at the Centro Cultural César Chávez, 691 S.W. 26th St. Corvallis. Help celebrate women and other under-represented groups in STEM. http://bit.ly/2xR4bpz
NEW! OSU Global Opportunities Fair: Faculty and staff are encouraged to send their students to the SEC plaza from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 10 to learn all about study abroad options, including short term faculty-led programs, study abroad programs, and international internships. Program representatives and advisers will be on hand to speak with students about best options for all majors.
NEW! Open house: Visit the Agricultural Resource Foundation Open House on Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 2 to 5 p.m. This event is part of the OSU150 Land Grant Festival.
NEW! Prospective student open house: Fall preview, an open house program for prospective students, will be in LaSells Stewart Center and the Memorial Union on Friday, Oct. 12. There will be approximately 800 to 1,000 guests on campus, which may impact parking and retail food locations. Welcome the guests while they are on campus.
NEW! 80s OSU Film Footage Fest: Rewind to a simpler time and watch films shot in OSU and Corvallis during the 80s! Clips include art professor Harrison Branch talking about sculpture, early DaVinci Days activities, random student conversations, and aerial views of campus. Friday, Oct. 12, noon to 1 p.m., OSU Library, Willamette East Room, third floor.
NEW! OSU Innovation Showcase: Join the Oregon State University Advantage team for the fifth biannual Innovation Showcase, a celebration of technology and entrepreneurship, on Thursday, Nov. 8, from 5–8 p.m. At this showcase, learn about advances in natural material applications and nuclear energy and listen to startup pitches. The showcase is followed by a hosted networking reception. Registration is free: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/osu-advantage-innovation-showcase-tickets-50385059068.
Celebrating Campus Children’s Centers: Oct. 9, 12:30-3 p.m. MU Quad. For more information visit: https://familyresources.oregonstate.edu/celebration
Tour the O.H. Hinsdale Wave Research Lab: Located at 3550 SW Jefferson Way, Tuesday, Oct. 9, from 4–6 p.m. This event is part of the OSU150 Land Grant Festival.
Benny’s Virtual Run and Walk: All of Beaver Nation is invited to take part in Benny’s Virtual Run and Walk, no matter where in the world you are. Your participation will test your endurance and directly supports a student success area of your choosing here at OSU. Participants sign up to run, walk, swim or bike at a distance of their choosing on Oct. 13, and pledge to raise money for a student success initiative of their choosing. To register and learn more: http://bit.ly/2zOpnOy
Urban Horticulture open house: Saturday, Oct. 13, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Urban Horticulture Open House. There will be wood-fired pizza for sale. James Cassidy will be on hand to talk about soil. Amy Garrett will share information on Dry Land Farming. OCCUH buzzes with activity, and you can get to know the bees with Andony Melathopoulos and learn about backyard bee keeping with Carolyn Breece. Come taste the honey. Cody Buckman and Alan Shay will speak about vegetable production and riparian zone exploration. You can even play croquet on the low input fine fescue plot. This event is part of the OSU150 Land Grant Festival.
Treaty discussion: We are All Treaty People, Monday, Oct. 15, 1:30 p.m. "Tribal Sovereignty 101: Tribes, Treaties and Contemporary Contours" and 4 p.m. “Stoking the Fire: Nationhood in Century Cherokee Writing, 1907-1970” in the Native American Longhouse Eena Haws. This event is part of OSU’s 150th anniversary.
Celebrating global impact: Join us on Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. for Celebrating Global Impact – a selection of stories about impact by Beavers will be presented, plus after the program food will be served. This event is part of the OSU150 Land Grant Festival. Reserve your spot today.
Lectures, Workshops, Webinars
NEW! Trauma Informed Care Training: Serving Unhoused People and Sustaining Our Natural Areas: There is a need to cultivate sensitivity and connect with other resource providers to develop flexible and adaptive approaches that support both unhoused people and natural areas. Join this conversation at a workshop on Oct. 10, 9 a.m., at the CH2M Hill Alumni. Cost: $10 (scholarships available by request). Contact Elsa.Curtis@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-1346 for scholarship questions or accommodations requests. Register now: bit.ly/unhoused2018
NEW! Foster Parents @ OSU: Are you an OSU employee or student and fostering children through DHS? Come meet with other foster parents and learn about the organization, Every Child, on Wednesday, Oct. 10, from noon-1 p.m. in MU 207. A representative from Every Child Linn Benton will be available to tell you more about what they have to offer you and your family. For more information, contact the Family Resource Center at 541-737-4906 or familyresources@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! The Rebirth of East-Germany since 1990: The development of east-Germany since reunification in 1990 has been a unique experiment of social engineering at unprecedented financial cost. This multi-media presentation will outline the economic and environmental changes since 1990 as well as discuss developments in agriculture and villages, show how the architectural heritage has been restored and try to answer the question why right-wing populism is particularly strong in east-Germany. Free & open to all. Lightly catered. Wednesday, Oct. 10, 4 p.m., MU Asian Pacific, Room 206.
NEW! WRGP Fall Seminar Series. Professor Derek Godwin, OSU Extension, will present “Working with Watersheds” on Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 4 to 5 p.m. in Owen 106. Free and open to the public. See Fall Seminar Flyer for the schedule of upcoming seminars.
NEW! TRIAD meeting: Randal Milstein, OSU instructor and astronomer-in-residence, will discuss his photography of cosplay character portraits on Thursday, Oct. 11, noon-1 p.m. in MU 213. The public is welcome to attend free of charge. An optional catered lunch is available for $13. Contact Kathy DeBellis, Kathy.DeBellis@oregonstate.edu to reserve a lunch. TRIAD provides faculty, staff, students and community members with an opportunity to network, discuss events of the day, and learn something new. See triad.oregonstate.edu
NEW! Speech Communication Colloquium: Trischa Goodnow, professor of speech communication, will present her talk, “Enough is Enough: Visualizing School Violence” on Friday, Oct. 12 at 4 p.m. in STAG 113. This presentation will contain graphic/offensive images. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.
NEW! Sea Grant symposium: Oregon Sea Grant is holding its biennial Scholars Day Symposium, Friday, Oct. 19, 1 to 4:15 pm, in Memorial Union Room 109. Students currently supported by Oregon Sea Grant's marine and coastal science programs will present talks and posters that link research, education, extension, fellowship and communication. The public is welcome.
Tuesday Teaching Talks: Supporting Diverse Learners & Inclusive Excellence. Join colleagues and the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) in a certificated series of teaching workshops. Attend one, some, or all. On Oct. 9, join Jeff Kenney (OID) to explore the theory and practice of culturally responsive teaching. This two-hour workshop will be facilitated twice in Milam 215 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. No need to register – just come on by. Learn more here. Contact us here.
Beaver Family Connections: Preparing Your Teen for Life After High School: Tuesday, Oct. 9, noon to 1 p.m., MU 207. For more information visit: https://familyresources.oregonstate.edu/bfc.
Digital Community Meeting: Join OSU’s community of digital workers to learn how and when to use the new Paragraphs Accordion bundle, the latest on OSU’s efforts complying with GDPR, and how OSU Extension used content strategy to prioritize during their latest redesign (also: Drupal 8). Also, there will be a preview of the new Site Owner policy. Oct. 9, 2-4 p.m., Cascade Hall 136. Learn more at Drupal@OSU. We welcome all who work on the internet at OSU.
OSU-OMSI Science Communications Spring Training: OSU and OMSI have partnered once again to host the Science Communication Fellows Program on campus in Spring 2019. Join the College of Science and OMSI for a brown bag information session on Oct. 11, at noon in LPSC 402. There is no cost to attend the info session. https://www.science.oregonstate.edu/OMSI2019.
DEADLINE: CGRB 2018 Fall Conference: A conference/poster session for individuals who have interest in molecular biosciences. Registration ends Friday. This year’s one-day conference is on Friday, Oct. 12, at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. Undergrad students can attend free. See website for details: cgrb.oregonstate.edu/fall-conference
The Promise and the Peril of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics: Save the date of Oct. 23, 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join us for all or part of this symposium that culminates Oregon State University’s 150th anniversary and explores the benefits, risks, ethics and uncertainties of the emerging technologies of artificial intelligence and robotics. Registration is free but required.
Entrepreneurs and wanna-be entrepreneurs: So you have a business idea. Now what? Time to join Iterate, our two-week free program starting Monday, Oct. 29, where we walk you through a focused approach to the next step. The program includes four workshops from 4 - 5:30 p.m. held at OSU’s Advantage Accelerator in Corvallis. Tech-based startups welcome. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gRsn7GS.
Autism spectrum talk: Come to a presentation, "Living and Learning on the Autism Spectrum," by Corey Stump from Footprints Behavioral Interventions in Portland. Their programs are designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals with autism and related disorders by helping them achieve their full potential while empowering families, educators, and caregivers through consultation and training. Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. at Hallie Ford Center 115.
Take Note
NEW! Applications for PCOSW scholarships and event co-sponsorships for Winter 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 $500 and are paid by reimbursement. Applications are due Friday, Oct. 26, with notification in Week 7. Visit http://leadership.oregonstate.edu/pcosw/awards-scholarships for detailed guidelines, qualification requirements, and application links. Questions? Contact Joy Jorgensen at joy.jorgensen@oregonstate.edu
NEW! OWHE Conference Scholarship: OSU's President's Commission on the Status of Women (PCOSW) is offering funds to cover registration costs for OSU tenure line and non-tenure line faculty, staff, and students to attend the 2018 Oregon Women in Higher Education (OWHE) Conference in Lincoln City, Salishan Resort, Feb. 1-2, 2019. In order to apply, complete and submit the online form by Friday, Oct. 26. Notification of awards will be sent by Friday, Nov. 9. Apply through the following link: http://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bJaR38NZhLVJdqJ Questions? Contact Joy Jorgensen at joy.jorgensen@oregonstate.edu
Readers needed: A staged reading of Lynda Radley’s “The Interference,” will take place at Oregon State on Oct. 25. Readers are being sought for the performance. Rehearsals will take place Oct. 23-24, 7 p.m. Ten to 14 readers are needed, including male and female college-aged readers and some community or faculty readers. “The Interference” is a play about campus rape.The reading is part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and is sponsored by Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, the Survival Advocacy Resource Center and the Office of Student Affairs. For more information, contact Kryn.Freehling-Burton@oregonstate.edu or cheadrick@oregonstate.edu.
Records retention: Oregon State University will accept written comments on a proposed university standard: 04-010 Records Retention. Comments will be accepted through the end of business on Oct. 25. The purpose of the comment period is to receive public feedback on this proposed standard, which is a scheduled update of the current policy. The proposed amendments are minor, based on ongoing legal review in this area, and in line with those being adopted by other Oregon public universities. The proposed standard is available for review upon request as an electronic pdf document. Questions, comments or requests should be directed to Chris Viggiani at: christopher.viggiani@oregonstate.edu.
Fall Family Weekend: Fall Family Weekend is taking place on Nov. 2-4. If your department or organization is planning on hosting an event and would like this information to be included in the master program fill out this form by Tuesday, Oct. 9,at 5 p.m. All events that are recorded after the deadline will only be placed on the online schedule. If you have questions regarding Family Weekends, they can be directed to New Student Programs & Family Outreach or Jess Tallant, Parent and Family Programs coordinator, at Jessica.Tallant@oregonstate.edu.
BennyBuy Training: The BennyBuy (eProcurement) team will offer Shopper/Requestor and Approver trainings through the end of the year. See the Professional Development site at http://oregonstate.edu/training/course_list.php?cat_id=31under the category Business Affairs training. Classes are titled Benny Buy Shopper/Requestor and BennyBuy Approver training. Registration is required. These sessions are for all units / departments and not department-specific. They will focus on the shopper/requestor experience and the approver experience. If you would like us to give a presentation and training for your unit, contact Diana Lindsley to discuss your needs.
Health and Safety: The University Health & Safety Committee wants to promote health and safety by providing links to SAIF resources available on accident/incident analysis to help managers getting to the root cause of workplace incidents, including videos and forms available online at https://www.saif.com/safety-and-health/topics/be-a-leader/accident-and-incident-analysis.html. You can also access OSU’s University Health & Safety Committee online at http://ehs.oregonstate.edu/uhsc, including past meeting minutes, information on contacting a committee member, and a link to report safety concerns online.
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 http://oregonstate.edu/jobs unless otherwise specified.
NEW! Laboratory Assistant: The Department of Chemistry at Oregon State University invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month Laboratory Assistant. The Laboratory Assistant provides support to the Science Laboratory Preparator, the Laboratory Director, the instructors, and the graduate teaching assistants by assisting with routine duties in the undergraduate chemistry teaching labs. Posting # P01801CT. Closes Oct. 22.
Weather
“Humanity has advanced, when it has advanced, not because it has been sober, responsible, and cautious, but because it has been playful, rebellious, and immature.” ~ Tom Robbins.
Corvallis: Chance of rain, high of 62, low of 52. Chance of showers tomorrow.
Central Oregon: Slight chance of showers, high of 56, low of 41. Chance of rain tomorrow.
Newport: Chance of rain, high of 58, low of 52. Chance of showers tomorrow.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/ |
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