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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.
The international collaboration that included Oregon State University’s Jonathon Valente was led by the University of California Santa Barbara’s Kelsey McCune when she was at the University of Washington. Findings were published in Nature Scientific Reports. “Further studies with wild animals are clearly necessary to develop a better understanding of when, where and why intelligence evolved,” said Valente, a postdoctoral scholar in the OSU College of Forestry.
The Oregon Legislature’s 2022 session ended Friday, March 4, with approval of several key Oregon State University initiatives, including conversion of the Elliott State Forest in southwestern Oregon into an OSU-managed research forest.
But Oregon State University forestry professor John Bailey said the choice is between unchecked wildfires raging across the landscape and aggressive steps to at least partially counteract the forces of climate change.
A number of Oregon State University affiliated authors have been named finalists for the Oregon Book Awards. Sponsored by Literary Arts, the Oregon Book Awards program honors the accomplishments of the state’s finest writers who work in genres of poetry, fiction, graphic literature, drama, literary nonfiction and literature for young readers.
Morning snack: Randy Bell, associate dean of academic affairs with the College of Education, says "Anna's hummingbirds winter in the area. It's amazing how these tiny feathered balls of energy are able to find enough food when the days are short and the nights are cold. There are three Anna's hummingbirds that frequent the feeder outside my kitchen window: a female, a male and a juvenile. This is the female who's become quite accustomed to me and my camera, allowing for some close-up shots."
Winter sun: Hossien El-Nashaar submitted this image of a tree and shadow as the sun shone through the clouds near Adams School. We are accepting photo submissions at osutoday@oregonstate.edu.
Timely Teaching Tips: Would you like to share your thoughts on how you kept teaching and coped with the challenges of the past two years? What worked well? You are invited to participate in The Bright Side Project, organized by CTL. The project is compiling the stories of OSU faculty, staff and students for an online public collection.
OSU's 16th Annual Empty Bowls: Food Justice students have been working hard on this year's event. Online auction: https://www.32auctions.com/EmptyBowls2022. Bidding open now through March 10 at 9 p.m. Proceeds split between Fresh & Local, First (supports SNAP match at farmers' markets in Linn and Benton counties) and OSU's campus food pantry.
Changemakers: From Teacher of the Year to a Landmark LGBTQ+ Rights Case. Hear from 2014 Oregon Teacher of the Year Brett Bigham, ’91, the first special education teacher to win the honor. After facing workplace discrimination, his case was reviewed by the U.S. Supreme Court, securing workplace rights for LGBTQ+ employees nationwide. Attend the March 10 webcast: bit.ly/MarchChangemaker.
NEW! HMSC Research Seminar: Ivan Arismendi, associate professor with the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences, will be giving a seminar titled “Understanding scientific collaborations under the lens of diversity and inclusion,” March 10, 3:30 p.m. Zoom link. +1-971-247-1195 Meeting ID: 945 5573 115. Click here for more information.
Water Resource Engineering Ph.D. Defense: Dawn URycki will present “Streamwater Microbial Communities as Hydrologic Observation: Insights Gained from Investigation of a Novel Dataset.” March 10, noon, in Strand 361. URycki is advised under the guidance of major professor Stephen Good of Biological & Ecological Engineering. Join via Zoom.
Beyond Benefits: Moving Through Grief and Loss. Coping with the loss of a loved one can be an emotionally trying experience. Whether it’s a parent, co-worker, friend or relative, the reality of losing someone close to you can feel overwhelming. This workshop will help you understand, identify and accept your feelings as well as provide you with coping techniques to help you through the grieving process. March 10, noon. Register here.
TRIAD: The OSU TRIAD club’s programs are online, free and open to all this term. The next TRIAD program is Thursday, March 10 at noon: Tori Howes, OSU Cascades Business Administration program, “Let’s talk about the narcissists at work – don’t worry, they don’t mind and aren’t listening anyway.” Zoom link: https://oregonstate.zoom.us/j/99726052108?pwd=ajRnMUxmb1daNFBaV2ZvdUduWHkvUT09.
Addressing Microaggressions in Teaching and Learning Environments: An SJEI Tier Two Next Level workshop March 10, 1-3:30 p.m. via Zoom. Microaggressions are deceptively complex. Using insights from current research and the contexts that interest you, we will explore various actions and their potential outcomes. Prior completion of the SJEI Tier One Platform series is recommended and registration is required. See the full SJEI workshop schedule on the registration page or contact SJEI director Jane Waite jane.waite@oregonstate.edu.
Department of Botany & Plant Pathology Winter Seminar Series: “Virus detection in clonally propagated crops” presented by Dimitre Mollov of USDA-ARS, March 10, 4 p.m., ALS 4001 and via Zoom. For complete schedule visit the BPP Seminar website.
"Chess" – a musical: "Chess" is the story of a politically driven, Cold War-era chess tournament between two grandmasters — an American and a Soviet — and their fight over a woman. Music by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus of the pop group ABBA, lyrics by Tim Rice. Directed by Elizabeth Helman. Musical direction by Nick Larson. Performance dates: March 11-12 at 7:30 p.m. and March 13 at 2 p.m. Sign language-interpreted performance March 11. Free. Reserve seats here.
NEW! Science Pub: Investigating how COVID-19 proteins stick to viral RNA and taking research from the lab to the dance floor. March 14, 6 p.m. Register for this virtual event.
FYI Friday – Innovation and Entrepreneurship Opportunities with the OSU Advantage Accelerator: The OSU Advantage Accelerator exists to support the regional innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Our unique three-program approach is designed to assist startups in all stages of their growth. Join us to learn about the programs we offer, our work to promote I&E in academia, and how I&E skills can make you more career resilient. March 11, 10-11:15 a.m. via Zoom. Registration required.
College of Public Health and Human Sciences Friday Research Seminar: “Measuring a movement: Transforming community health worker research and evaluation” will be presented by Kenneth Maes, associate professor, OSU School of Language, Culture and Society; Keara Rodela and Victoria Adewumi, community health workers; and Pennie Jewell, community health representative. Friday, March 11, 1-2 p.m. in HFC 115 and via Zoom. Learn more about upcoming and past seminars on the college website.
Applied Economics Seminar: Friday, March 11, 1-2:30 p.m. Prof. Katie Black from Kenyon College will present "Wildfire Risk, Salience, and Housing Development in the Wildland-Urban Interface" via Zoom. Details, including dial-in information, here.
PFLA Zoom event: “Negotiating in Professional and Personal Situations,” presented by Carolyn Warfield. Negotiating is a useful skill in many situations, from job offers to everyday life. Come get some advice from an HR expert, then join the discussion with your questions and own experiences. March 15, 11-11:50 a.m. For more information about the event and how to register, click here.
FST Farm 2 Fork Webinar: “The Energy Efficient Food System.” Would you like to learn where energy figures into a sustainable food chain? Join us March 18, noon to 12:45 pm. Register today.
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 March 24.
Principles of Vineyard Management Course: Patty Skinkis, professor and Viticulture Extension Specialist in the Department of Horticulture at OSU 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.
Provost’s Lecture featuring Mary Karr: Join us for the next virtual Provost’s Lecture featuring Mary Karr, award-winning, New York Times bestselling memoirist and poet, April 13, 6 p.m., via Zoom. The Provost’s Lecture Series is a partnership of the Office of the Provost and the OSU Foundation which brings renowned thinkers, writers, scientists, artists and leaders to OSU to engage, challenge and inspire. Register here for the free virtual event.
Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue: This 10-hour course teaches skills for creating alignment and agreement by fostering open dialogue around high-stakes, emotional or risky topics at all levels of your organization. Five live, online sessions on Tuesdays 9-11 a.m., April 19 through May 17. There is a $100 fee to attend Crucial Conversations. Learn more and register (before April 8) here.
NEW! NCORE 2022 Scholarship and Activities: The National Conference on Race and Ethnicity (NCORE) will be held in Portland, May 31-June 4. The Office of Institutional Diversity is sponsoring various efforts for this conference, including an employee conference registration scholarship, group registration discount, a conference reception for OSU employees and friends, and information about OSU-led workshops. Application deadline for employee registration scholarships is March 23. Visit Oregon State University at NCORE 2022 for more information about these opportunities.
NEW! STEM Academy is hosting a broad range of STEM Summer Day Camps from June 20-Aug. 5 for students who will be entering 3rd-12th grades in the Fall of 2022. Registration opens March 14 at noon. For more information, or to register, visit http://stemacademy.oregonstate.edu. For questions, call 541-737-8139 or email STEM.academy@oregonstate.edu. Needs-based scholarships available.
UHR Learning & Development is now accepting FYI Friday presentation proposals for Spring 2022: FYI Friday is a weekly program where campus partners are invited to present brief awareness- or skill- building topics intended for a wide audience of professional faculty, academic faculty and classified staff – presentations can be anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours in length, it’s up to you. Learn more about the requirements and application process here. Reach out to hr.training@oregonstate.edu with questions.
Reading Room: The Reading Room in Valley Library will be opening spring term with the Healing Collection. What does healing mean to you? Suggest a book for the collection at: beav.es/wmC.
Call for Applications: Career Champions Program. Applications for the winter 2022 Career Champions program for teaching faculty and instructors are now being accepted. The Career Champions program provides faculty and instructors with tangible ways to incorporate career connection into the classroom, while advancing diversity, equity and inclusion and examining the barriers to access for first-generation, high financial need, and/or students of color. More information can be found here. For questions email Brenna Gomez. To apply, complete the application form by March 25.
Students wanted to travel to DC: Join fellow Beavs in an ASOSU sponsored trip to Washington D.C. to meet with federal lawmakers and lobby for the needs of OSU students. The trip is expense-free and will occur May 9-14. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience, network with federal lawmakers as well as D.C.-based OSU alumni, and represent the ASOSU as an ambassador of the student population. Apply before March 28 by completing the following form: https://forms.gle/Q9Fejz6uuPR6US3d9.
30 Year Club inductees: Congratulations to Jean Hall, professor, small animal internal medicine, physiology, 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.
Art-Sci Fellowship faculty mentors: We are looking for scientists, artists, writers and musicians who are willing to serve as faculty mentors for this year-long student experience. Students selected will develop a creative project informed by active engagement in lab or field research. If you are interested in becoming a mentor contact Jerri Bartholomew by March 15.
Seeking funding proposals: ASOSU is currently in the process of allocating the accumulated balance in the Incidental Fee Clearing Fund. You can fill this form to propose uses for this fund by March 13. Students are especially encouraged to provide feedback. Open forums scheduled for March 9 and March 11 at 3 p.m. in SEC 294 and Zoom. Visit our website for more details or reach out to the ASOSU SFC Chair (asosu.sfcchair@oregonstate.edu) if you have any questions.
Booster clinic: The Beaver Booster Clinic takes place in the SEC Plaza through March 18. All COVID-19 vaccines available, including doses for children. No insurance, ID or appointment required but bring your CDC vaccine card if you have one.
Student board members sought: The Recreational Sports Advisory Board is looking for two at large undergraduate and two at large graduate members to serve for the 2022-23 academic year. This is an opportunity to learn about university budgeting, RecSports, and ASOSU legislative processes. The time commitment is up to two hours a month. Need more information? Email rec.advisoryboard@oregonstate.edu. Ready to apply? Apply here https://recsports.oregonstate.edu/webform/join-us.
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. Monday-Wednesday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-6 p.m.
NEW! Monroe Avenue and 16th Street parking lot: As part of the Graf Hall Renovation, the Monroe Avenue and 16th Street parking lot (lot #3221) will be closed for paving and ground floor entries to the building will be inaccessible starting March 10.
NEW! Power outages for multiple buildings March 22: For work related to the Community Hall Slope Project, a series of planned power outages are scheduled. The planned power outages will impact multiple buildings located along or near SW Jefferson Way in the Community Hall Slope Project work area. Planned outages are scheduled for Tuesday, March 22, from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Buildings include: Callahan Hall, Cauthorn Hall, Hawley Hall, Heckart Lodge, Kerr Administration Building, McAlexander Field House, McNary Dining Hall, McNary Hall, Poling Hall, Reed Lodge, Snell Hall, Weatherford Hall and Wilson Hall.
Graf parking lot: As part of the Graf Hall Renovation, the Monroe Avenue and 16th Street parking lot (lot #3221) will be closed for paving and ground floor entries to the building will be inaccessible. Excavation and forming for the concrete work will start on March 7 and will continue through the paving of the lot starting March 14. The lot and ground floor entries will not be closed during this work (March 7-11) but use caution and watch for workers and equipment in the parking lot during this time.
"I am incapable of conceiving infinity, and yet I do not accept finity. I want this adventure that is the context of my life to go on without end.” ~ Simone de Beauvoir
Corvallis: Frost and then mostly sunny today, high of 50, low of 31. Partly sunny tomorrow.
Central Oregon: Sunny today, high of 51, low of 26. Partly sunny tomorrow.
Newport: Partly cloudy today, high of 50, low of 35. Mostly cloudy tomorrow.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/