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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.
Preschool for All program is aimed at addressing a lack of childcare openings — a statewide problem that preceded COVID-19, according to research by Oregon State University. Researchers and state officials say the shortages got worse during the pandemic.
The study, a collaboration between Oregon State University, Portland State University, the University of Oregon, Oregon Health and Science University, the California Institute for Rural Studies and dozens of community care organizations, follows up on a survey conducted between August and September of 2020, and goes into greater depth on the personal experiences farmworkers face. The study documents lack of workforce COVID protections, food insecurity, wage loss, the child care crisis and lack of access to information for medical, social and economic support.
A new paper recently published in the journal Fungal Biology summarizes centuries of psilocybin use among shamans and guides who treated people for a host of ailments, from anxiety and rheumatism to toothaches and stomach pain. The paper, by nine researchers including senior author Jessie Uehling, assistant professor of fungal biology at Oregon State University, fills a knowledge gap for the state Psilocybin Advisory Council.
"There is agricultural development, livestock grazing, non-native grasses grow in the area where they like to breed, bullfrogs eating them, it's not just climate change. They are getting hit by a lot of things," said Andrew Blaustein, biology professor emeritus at Oregon State University. "But when the climate changes, the entire ecosystem is screwed up."
“There’s a process by which those names are chosen,” said study co-author and Oregon State University associate professor Natchee Barnd. “And if we’re operating within a system that has been grounded in white supremacy, it’s probably going to reflect that — some really explicitly and vehemently, and some by default or accidentally, such as the fact that a name is in English.” (see also KEZI)
In Oregon, Larry O’Neill, state climatologist and professor at Oregon State University, said the statewide average snow-water equivalent April 11 was at 69% of normal, compared to 57% of normal last week.
Following an extensive national search, Oregon State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences has named Dr. Surendra Dara as the director of the North Willamette Research and Extension Center (NWREC).
Fulbright opportunity: Raymond Malewitz, assistant professor of English, is currently on a Fulbright at the University of Warsaw's American Studies Center, where he serves as a Distinguished Chair of American Studies. The ASC and the US Embassy invited him to President Biden's address in late March at the Royal Castle in Warsaw.
Forest hike: Julia Lounsberry took this photo while hiking on a trail in the Elizabeth Starker Cameron Demonstration Forest for Oregon State University College of Forestry. We are accepting photo submissions at osutoday@oregonstate.edu.
Timely Teaching Tips: Do your students seem intimidated by the prospect of attending faculty office hours? Office hours are a beneficial space for students to openly communicate, ask questions and share what they need for success. Discussing Using Office Hours Effectively with your students helps them understand how your office hours work and how to prepare for a productive visit.
Speech Communication Career Event: Meet Speech Communication alumni and employers. The event will include an alumni panel answering your questions about their professional fields and employers who will discuss internships and careers for Speech Communication majors at their companies/organizations. The event will be hosted in MU Multipurpose Room #13 on April 14 from noon to 3 p.m. Free.
Virtual Career Meetup Day April 14: Join the global Beaver community-building event Thursday, April 14, at noon. Engage in deeper conversations and make authentic connections at the Oregon State Alumni Association’s annual Career Meetup Day. Meet OSU professionals and graduating students to develop your skills and confidence, learn about support and resources and find out how alumni Career Services can help you achieve your goals. Register for free.
Research integrity forums: The Research Office is introducing a series of monthly Zoom Research Integrity Forums. The series begins April 14, 1 p .m. with “Research Conflicts of Interest: A New Electronic System for Submitting Disclosures,” presented by Christopher Viggiani, AVP for Research Integrity, and Rebecca Henry, Research COI Coordinator. Register here for the April 14 session. For more information: gretchen.cuevas@oregonstate.edu.
HMSC Research Seminar: Kyle Newton, a research associate with the Big Fish Lab at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center, will be giving a seminar titled “The Cryptic Senses of Fishes: Using Wildlife, Model Species, and Machine Learning to Address Super Rad Ecological Questions,” April 14 at 3:30 p.m. Zoom link or call +1-971-247-1195 Meeting ID: 945 5573 115. Click here for more information.
Careers in law: ASOSU is hosting an event with Judge Larry Blake, a local Corvallis judge, to speak about careers in law and how to navigate the courtroom. Stop by before midterms begin. April 14, 3:30 p.m., in MU Room 109.
Department of Botany & Plant Pathology Spring Seminar Series: “Understanding The Basis Of Host Adaptation In A Stealthy Plant Pathogenic Bacterium, Xanthomonas,” presented by Neha Potnis of Auburn University, Thursday, April 14, 4 p.m. via Zoom. For complete schedule visit the BPP Seminar website.
A State of Immigrants: A New Look at the Immigrant Experience in Oregon. This live remote panel talk features authors of the recently released report of the same name. The report documents the actions of immigrants and the adoption of public policies and community-level strategies in Oregon that are helping immigrants and refugees achieve social, civic, cultural and economic integration. The report includes contributions by an interdisciplinary group of scholars from the UO, PSU and OSU. April 14 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Register.
NEW! University Budget Committee: The Committee will meet this Friday, April 15, 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.
NEW! Mark April 27 on your calendar, because that’s Dam Proud Day: Last year, alumni and friends raised $1.3 million to support Oregon State University students, programs and colleges, because our community is unstoppable when we work together. This year’s effort will include more excitement, more surprises and more specific ways to tailor giving and magnify generosity. Share the link (DamProudDay.org) and consider volunteering as a Dam Proud Day Ambassador.
NEW! All University Sing: Experience a beloved OSU tradition after its two-year hiatus. This high-energy singing and dancing competition has over 500 student participants from Oregon State’s fraternities and sororities. The event is family friendly and open to all community members. April 29 at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m., in Gill Coliseum. Tickets are $25 and available for purchase online.
Disabled Students Union spring bake sale: We will have cute carrot cakes, Easter-shaped sugar cookies, jelly bean popcorn (GF), furikake Chex mix, M&M Rice Krispies (GF), lavender lemonade and other treats yet to hatched. Friday, April 15, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the SEC Plaza.
Hawaiian event: The 67th annual Hō‘ike (formerly known as the Lūʻau), an event that celebrates Hawaiian dance and culture, takes place April 16 at The LaSells Stewart Center on the Oregon State University Corvallis campus. The title of this year’s hō‘ike is “Ke Au O Ka Hula, Hula Over the Years.” It will focus on the history of hula and Hawaii. Doors open at 3 p.m. The show begins at 4 p.m. Guests will be provided with a bento box dinner after the show. Student tickets are $10. Public tickets are $15. The menu includes vegetarian options. To purchase tickets: https://oregonstate.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1343.
Earth Day event: Climate crisis, climate hope. Alumni on the cutting edge. April 20, 6 p.m., virtual event via Zoom. Join three alums who are furthering the climate conversation through research, advocacy and storytelling to create hope and resiliency in a warming world. Panelists will be Guido Corno, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Julia Rosen, freelance journalist; and Jeremy Hoffman, Science Museum of Virginia. More info and registration at https://ceoas.oregonstate.edu/earth-day-2022.
International student event: Join fellow international students in an interactive event to learn more about international student resources. Participate in a Kahoot game for a chance to win $25 in Orange Cash. The event will take place on April 26 from 5-6 p.m. in the ILLC.
Vaccine clinic: The Beaver Booster Blitz is a FREE four-day COVID-19 vaccination clinic, open to the public and conveniently located in Student Experience Center 112. Swing by this walk-up-only event, April 28-May 1, noon to 7 p.m. All COVID-19 vaccines are available, including additional boosters and doses for children. No ID, no insurance required. Bring your COVID-19 CDC Card if possible (not required).
Parent and Family Spring Social on April 29: During Spring Family Weekend, Beaver parents and families are invited to enjoy VIP treatment for free at Reser Stadium’s Toyota Club on Friday, April 29 from 4-6 p.m. The Parent and Family Spring Social is a chance for parents and families to casually meet, connect, mingle and learn all about how to support students and get more involved at OSU. Enjoy great company, food, drinks, music and a conversation with OSU leadership. Hosted by the Oregon State University Alumni Association and the Office of Student Orientation, this event is open to all current OSU parents, families and students. Register in advance here: bit.ly/OSUParentFamilySocial22.
Capital Projects Town Hall: Sustainability at OSU. May 10 from 2-3 p.m. via Zoom. Register here: https://beav.es/waq. Join experts within the Division of Finance and Administration in a conversation about the university's efforts to reduce OSU's carbon footprint. This webinar will provide an overview of sustainability upgrades made to buildings during renovations and on new building projects at the Corvallis and Bend campuses; an update on OSU’s Path to Carbon Neutrality; information about OSU’s sustainable transportation strategy; and a brief overview of the capital projects funding model.
NEW! Department of Integrative Biology Seminar: W. Chris Funk, professor, Colorado State University and director, Global Biodiversity Center, will present a seminar, “Adaptive Divergence and Climate Change: Why an Evolutionary Perspective Matters for Predicting Sensitivity to Increasing Temperatures,” on April 15, 10 a.m. in ALS 4001. The seminar is free and open to the public. If you are unable to attend in person, it is on Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/IBGSASem. For more information: http://ib.oregonstate.edu/smnrs.
NEW! Center for Teaching & Learning: Sparkshop: Demystifying Peer Observation of Teaching: Formative and Evaluative Models and Processes. Do you want to know how to harness the benefits of peer observation of teaching to improve the quality of teaching and promote student learning success? Join Funmi Amobi, Weiwei Zhang, Cub Kahn and Cheridy Aduviri for an enlightening discussion of best approaches to implementing formative and summative peer observations. April 15, noon to 12:45 p.m. Registration required: https://beav.es/w2G.
NEW! Women of Forestry: Inspiring Leadership Lecture. Part of the 2022 Starker Lecture Series. "The Road Less Traveled: How women in forestry can save the world." Speaker: Edie Sonne Hall, founder and principal, Three Trees Consulting. April 20, 3:30-5 p.m., 117 Peavy Forest Science Center. Registration required; register here. Lectures are free and open to the public and will be live streamed. For disability accommodations, call (541) 737-3161.
RAFWE Symposium: Research Advances in Fisheries, Wildlife, and Ecology. Join us April 15 at The LaSells Stewart Center (or online) for a free full day of research presented by students in the department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Science. Info and registration can be found here: https://fwcs.oregonstate.edu/fisheries-and-wildlife/research-advances-fisheries-wildlife-and-ecology-symposium-rafwe-0.
FYI Friday – Family Resource Center Programs and Services: Join us as we review the many programs and services that the Family Resource Center has to offer faculty, staff and students who have dependent care needs. We’ll discuss how these services and programs might be used to support you while you manage your work and dependent care. Part of the Spring 2022 FYI Friday series; April 15, 10-11 a.m. via Zoom. Registration required.
FST Farm 2 Fork Webinar: “The Future of Hemp Utilization and Its Role in the Food Industry.” Would you like to learn about the future of hemp utilization? Join us April 15, noon to 12:45 p.m. Register today.
PFLA Zoom event: Wikipedia Editathons (presented by Laurie Bridges, OSU Valley Library). Did you know OSU hosts an annual Wikipedia editathon focused on black history of the Pacific Northwest? Learn more about editathons and this important annual event. April 15, 1-2 p.m. For more information about the event and how to register click here.
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 April 18.
Dawn Wright seminar: Dawn Wright, aka Deepsea Dawn, OSU affiliate professor and ESRI scientist will be speaking on April 21, 4 p.m. on Zoom. Her talk is titled "The Courage to Escape.” She will speak on her experiences as a woman of color within the geosciences. The seminar is hosted by the CEOAS Association of Graduate Students Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity committee. Register here: tinyurl.com/ppujmjuu.
Register now for the Ecampus Faculty Forum: Take part in discussions about online teaching excellence, and discover techniques you can use to enhance your online courses at the Ecampus Faculty Forum next month. The event at the CH2M HILL Alumni Center features pre-conference workshops on the afternoon of May 3, followed by a series of interactive presentations May 4 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Engage with your colleagues as they share their innovative teaching methods and experiences in online course development. See the agenda and a list of presenters, and register today.
Core Curriculum for OSU Managers and Supervisors: The Core Curriculum for Managers and Supervisors is a training program for all OSU managers, supervisors, and lead workers. Learners will have a solid understanding about the principles and policies that apply to our employees; know how to navigate within the space of talent management activities; recognize when, and how, to provide equal opportunity & access to employees and more. May 17-20, 8:15 a.m. to noon each day via Zoom. Learn more and register before May 13.
NEW! Spring Creek Project Faculty Residency: OSU faculty members working on projects aligned with Spring Creek Project's mission are invited to apply for a week-long summer residency at Shotpouch Cabin. Projects at the intersection of environmental science and writing, art, music, social science, and/or humanities would be a good fit. Applications due May 15. Learn more and apply.
NEW! Graduate Student Research and Writing Residency: Spring Creek Project is accepting applications for graduate student residencies at Shotpouch Cabin this summer. We invite students who are engaged in writing and/or research projects aligned with the mission of the Spring Creek Project to apply. Applications due May 15. Learn more and apply.
NEW! Art-Science Student Fellowship Applications Due May 9: This one-year fellowship offers OSU students the opportunity to explore the intersection of the arts and sciences. Fellows will develop a creative project informed by engagement with lab or field research, be awarded a $1,000 stipend, have ongoing mentorship, and receive a residency at the Cabin at Shotpouch Creek. Visual, literary, performing and mixed-media artists are welcome to apply. Learn more and apply.
NEW! 30 Year Club inductees: Congratulations to Janna Thorp, Medical Laboratory Technician II, for 30 years of service to OSU. You can read more about their time at OSU and others who have reached this milestone by clicking on their name.
Human-robot interaction: The Human-Machine Teaming Laboratory in Oregon State University's Collaborative Robotics and Intelligent Systems Institute is conducting a research experiment to study human-robot interaction for simulated supervisor-based environments. Participants will complete a series of tasks that require controlling and monitoring a simulated remotely-piloted vehicle and will complete anonymous questionnaires. The experiment requires participants to complete one two-hour session. Participants who complete the entire evaluation will receive $30. Contact Prakash Baskaran at HMTLabOSU+TRWL@gmail.com to schedule your experiment time.
Eat Free: @eatfreeosu is a Twitter account managed by the Human Services Resource Center student team. This account broadcasts information about open events on campus that also have food available. If your event is closed, but you have extra food, a message can be crafted asking students to show up at the end of your event. Event organizers can tag @eatfreeosu or call 541-737-3747 during business hours to request their event be posted on the account.
How Has the Pandemic Impacted Your Cat? We are looking for cats and their owners to help us understand how cat behavior and human-animal bonds were impacted by the pandemic. This OSU Human-Animal Interaction Lab research study will take place on the Oregon State University Corvallis campus (Withycombe Hall) and will include two behavioral attachment tests with your cat (taking approximately 20-30 minutes). To learn more or schedule participation, please email Hallie Shean at: sheanh@oregonstate.edu.
CFP-CFTH Summer 2022 Teaching Innovation Fellowships: The OSU Center for the Humanities is now accepting applications for Summer 2022 Teaching Innovation Fellowships. Tenure-stream faculty and instructors at .5 FTE+ are eligible to apply. The deadline to submit proposals is June 3, 5 p.m. Find information and application instructions online at https://humanities.oregonstate.edu/teaching-innovation-fellowships.
Free COVID tests: Free iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Tests are available around the Corvallis campus. Each box contains two tests. While supplies last, OSU community members can pick up these self-test kits at the following locations: Residence Hall Service Centers (Arnold, McNary and West); Lab tent outside Plageman Hall; Memorial Union Info Desk and Student Experience Center Info Desk. For questions or accommodations related to disabilities, contact coronavirus.health@oregonstate.edu.
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: Lab tent outside Plageman Hall Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and Cascade Hall 120, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Bend: Outside Obsidian Hall Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-5 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sidewalk closure on Jefferson: For work related to the Community Hall Slope Project, a sidewalk closure on the north side of Jefferson Avenue from 15th Street to Benton Place is scheduled (view map). The sidewalk closure is scheduled for Monday, April 4, through Sunday, May 15. Pedestrian detour signs will be in place throughout the closure.
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! Fiscal coordinator 1 (3 positions): The Controller’s Unit invites applications for three full-time, 12-month Fiscal Coordinator 1 positions in Financial Strategic Services. These three positions will support the College of Agricultural Sciences, the College of Education/Honors College, and the College of Public Health and Human Sciences. Posting #P03520CT. Full consideration April 30. Closes May 16.
NEW! Financial services manager: The Controller’s Unit invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Financial Services Manager in Financial Strategic Services for the College of Agricultural Sciences. This position manages and supervises Financial Strategic Services team members with a lot of grant and contract post-award accounting responsibilities. Posting #P05440UF. Full consideration April 30. Closes May 16.
NEW! Extension 4-H Youth Development Assistant Professor of Practice: OSU Extension 4-H Youth Development program invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month 4-H Youth Development Assistant Professor of Practice position. This search is internal to OSU. The position will be based at the OSU Extension Service Center Yamhill County Office in McMinnville, Oregon. Posting #P05447UF. Closes May 1.
NEW! Food Service Worker 1: University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS) invites applications for multiple Food Service Worker 1 positions. These are full-time, 10-month, classified positions. Posting #P03509CT. For full consideration, apply by April 18. Closes May 9.
“We need to live through each day. Do not wait for the cherished date. Burn like fire today, because later may never come." ~ Lina Kostenko
Corvallis: Chance of showers today, high of 49, low of 31. Slight chance of rain Friday.
Central Oregon: Chance of snow today high of 43, low of 20. Slight chance of snow tomorrow.
Newport: Chance of showers today, high of 49, low of 36. Slight chance of showers tomorrow.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/.
