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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.
For more perspective on the history of this type of violence in America, KXL’s Annette Newell asked O.S.U. History Professor, Dr. Chris Nichols, whether history shows that we’re seeing an increase. “Absolutely, we are seeing more and more of them, mass shootings in the U.S.,” said Nichols. “We’re seeing more worldwide. But we’re seeing way more in the U.S. The U.S. rates are just astonishing in world historical comparison.”
Oregon State University will mark the anniversary by hosting its inaugural State of Black Affairs Summit. The summit will feature speakers and panel discussions on topics including supporting Black mental health, DEI work in the current climate, and recruiting and retaining Black talent (OSU currently has fewer than 100 Black employees).
A multi-million dollar renovation project could be coming to Oregon State University for its mental health services. “I think OSU has started talking more in recent years about having a culture of care, both for staff and for students,” said Ian Kellems, Executive Director of OSU’s Counseling and Psychological Services.
More than 98% of U.S. waters outside the central Pacific Ocean are not part of a marine protected area, and the ones that are tend toward “lightly” or “minimally” protected from damaging human activity, research led by Oregon State University shows.
Data from the trials were also used by Oregon State University in a newly released study comparing the cost of ownership for battery-powered electric tractors to their diesel counterparts. Early results indicate the cost might be comparable, depending on several factors, including the purchase price, fuel prices and maintenance costs.
Bewitching peony: Professor of Philosophy Flo Leibowitz says, "This is my newly opened paeonia mlokosewitschii, often nicknamed 'Molly the Witch,' presumably by those unused to Slavic names." We are accepting photo submissions at osutoday@oregonstate.edu.
Timely Teaching Tips: Many students experience anxiety before and during tests. During Week 10, share the Academic Success Center’s Taming Your Test Anxiety: TIPS packet with students. Taking time in class to talk through what students can expect on/during the final and giving students space to share successful prep strategies can help students feel more prepared heading into finals week.
Pilot Program for Disability Cultural Center: ASOSU is currently working on establishing a pilot program for the Disability Cultural Center. This center will be a welcoming space for all students with disabilities and their allies to connect with each other and build stronger communities. It will help provide support for the largest minority group in the country and improve their experience at OSU. For more details, read this brief memo, visit the website or attend the open forums at 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. on May 26 or noon or 4 p.m. May 27 (SEC 294 or Zoom). Fill out this form to show your support for this program and for this community at OSU.
Pilot Program for International Student Center: ASOSU is currently working on establishing a pilot program for the International Student Center. Envisioned as an open lounge space, this center will be open to all international students and domestic students interested in intercultural activities. For more details, read this brief memo, visit the website or attend the open forums at 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. on May 26 or noon or 4 p.m. May 27 (SEC 294 or Zoom). Fill out this form to show your support for this program and for this community at OSU.
HMSC Research Seminar: Will Hemstrom with the Department of Evolution and Ecology at the University of California, Davis, will be giving a seminar titled “Should I stay or should I go: The genetics of migration vs residency in Australian and Pacific Monarch Butterflies, Steelhead, and Masu salmon.” May 26, 3:30 p.m. Zoom link or call +1-971-247-1195 Meeting ID: 945 5573 115. Click here for more information.
Pandemic Politics: The impact of COVID on American politics. Speakers will discuss why COVID became so partisan, and how the politicization of COVID impacted policy responses and public health in America. Speakers: Samara Klar, associate professor in government and public policy, University of Arizona; and Sara Wallace Goodman, associate professor of political science at University of California, Irvine. Moderated by Alison Johnston, U.G. Dubach Chair in Political Science, School of Public Policy, OSU. May 26, 4 p.m., Memorial Union Journey Room.
Department of Botany & Plant Pathology Spring Seminar Series: “Blending Extension and Research to Serve the Nursery Industry: The Journey of My Bilingual Program,” presented by Luisa Santamaria of Oregon State University, May 26, 4 p.m., ALS 4001 and via Zoom. For complete schedule visit the BPP Seminar website.
Art About Agriculture 2022 Reception: All are welcome to the in-person reception for the College of Agricultural Sciences’ Art About Agriculture Competition and Touring Exhibition 2022: The Sustainable Feast. Thursday, May 26, 5-7:30 p.m. at Giustina Gallery, The LaSells Stewart Center. More information for this event can be found at: https://lasells.oregonstate.edu/exhibit/art-about-agriculture-competition-and-touring-exhibition-2022-sustainable-feast.
Disabled Students Union: Disability Etiquette Conference "Ableism in Academia." Student panel of persons with disabilities will share experiences of prejudice and advice on being an ally to our community through basic proprieties and advocacy. Thursday, May 26, 5:30-8 p.m. at MU 109 with live stream Zoom option. Open event. Dinner for in-person guests and raffle for all attendees. Registration and accommodations: https://beav.es/iq4.
WorldOregon presents the 2022 International Speaker Series: Intersections: WorldOregon’s International Speaker Series puts you virtually in the room with the global leaders, visionaries and inspiring voices that are changing our world. There are a limited number of tickets to see Fiona Hill, senior fellow in the Center on the United States and Europe in the Foreign Policy program at the Brookings Institution. Hill will give a virtual lecture for WorldOregon May 26, 6:30 pm titled “Balancing Act: Russia, the U.S., & the World.” To potentially secure a ticket, email Global.Engagement@oregonstate.edu.
American Strings on the Plaza: An Evening with Curtis Salgado. Join host Bob Santelli in getting to know the Pacific Northwest's own blues legend Curtis Salgado and his longtime guitarist Alan Hagar in an evening of conversation and live performance outdoors on the Student Experience Center Plaza on Thursday, May 26 at 7 p.m. Free, open to all. A livestream will also be available to watch at beav.es/wCf.
NEW! CMLC Bazaar: The Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center will be hosting an international Bazaar on Saturday, June 18, from noon to 5 p.m. outside of the Einerson House, 2638 NW Jackson Ave. This community-wide event is open to all and will have cultural items from around the world for sale including décor, textiles, accessories, collectibles and art. For more information, visit https://fb.me/e/2NA9ClyVq.
Board of Trustees meetings: The OSU Board of Trustees will meet May 27 to consider approving the university’s fiscal year 2022-23 operating budget and two construction projects on the Corvallis campus. The meeting is scheduled from 9:15 a.m.-2 p.m. to be held in the Horizon Room of the Memorial Union on the Corvallis campus. It is open to the public. Board committees will meet beginning at 8 a.m. Thursday, May 26 in the Horizon Room. These meetings are also open to the public. Board and committee agendas and meeting materials will be posted as they are available at http://oregonstate.edu/leadership/trustees/meetings. Members of the public may attend the May 26 and 27 meetings in person or view the meetings at https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/trustees/osu-board-trustees-video-stream. For accommodations, please contact 541-737-3449 or brigitte.graham@oregonstate.edu at least 48 hours in advance.
Music à la Carte: Seeking Light, University Chorale. University Chorale performs their final concert of school year, with music reflecting themes of safety and refuge, peace, hope, awakening. Students studying choral conducting will share the podium. University Chorale is a lab choir, directed by Sandra Babb. This concert represents the culmination of the students' learning throughout the term. May 27 at noon in the Memorial Union Lounge. Free, open to all. A livestream will also be available at https://youtu.be/SnZF6FaODNA.
Spring Sing! The OSU Meistersingers, directed by Steven Zielke and Bella Voce and presented by Sandra Babb, perform this annual concert on Friday, May 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Corvallis. The program will feature the West Coast Premiere of "To Repair," a movement work by Tefsa Wondemajejnehu, a leading figure in the justice choir movement, and "Fire Dance of the Luna," by Darious Kim. Six OSU students will be featured conductors. Free and open to all but seating is limited. A livestream will be available at: https://beav.es/ik3.
Army ROTC Silent Auction: The OSU Army ROTC program is holding an online silent auction to raise funds for the Cadet budget. If you are interested in supporting them please visit https://fundraiser.support/OSUROTC. Bidding closes at midnight on Friday, May 27. For more information feel free to contact Cadet McKenna at mckennco@oregonstate.edu.
John Williams Birthday Celebration: The Oregon State University Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony and Campus Band will perform selections from Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Superman, Jurassic Park and more. Two performances on May 31 at noon and 6 p.m. on the Memorial Union Quad. Free, open to all. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or picnic blankets and food. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be held in the LaSells Stewart Center.
OSU Faculty Staff Fitness summer class registration opens June 1. Take a fitness class on campus (click here for schedule) or remotely through Online FSF. Some highlights include the return of the rehabilitative Adaptive Exercise Clinic (formerly MS Clinic; click here for information) Tuesday/Thursday 2-3 pm, Open Gym Monday/Wednesday 5:15-6:05 p.m., and personal training services. Contact PAC.FSF@oregonstate.edu to help find your fitness plan today.
Vamos OSU’s Evento Social June 1: You’re invited to celebrate the return of in-person gatherings at Vamos OSU’s Evento Social. Join Oregon State Latino/a/x, Latine, Chicano/a/x alumni and friends for an evening of networking on Wednesday, June 1 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Xicha Brewing in Salem. Learn more about supporting DEI efforts, visit Latine community vendors and reminisce about your time at OSU. Space is limited — secure your spot today: bit.ly/VamosOSUEvento22.
Grad Night 2022: Casino-themed party June 2. Don’t miss out on prizes, free food and drinks, music, dancing and games. The OSU Alumni Association invites the Class of 2022 to a casino-themed party Thursday, June 2, 7:30-10 p.m. at the CH2M HILL Alumni Center. Arrive early to receive a commemorative pint glass, then enjoy a live DJ and giveaways, including gift cards and a grand prize. Graduates free; one guest $10. Register.
Johnson celebration: Provost Edward Feser invites the Oregon State University community to a celebration in honor of Interim President Rebecca Johnson, who has served as colleague, mentor, and friend to many during her more than thirty-year career at the university. Please join us as we thank and honor Becky for her extraordinary leadership and service. June 9, 1:30 – 2:45 p.m, Student Experience Center Plaza. Program at 2:15 pm.
NEW! Doug Turk, M.S. Defense: Join us on May 31, 1 p.m. on Zoom for a presentation of Doug Turk’s thesis, titled: “The Interaction of Fire Refugia and Climate Refugia: A Case Study within California’s Diablo Mountain Range.” Turk is earning his M.S. in Forest Ecosystems and Society with Meg Krawchuk and Dana Warren. Contact the FES Department at FES.Workbox@oregonstate.edu with questions or for accommodations for disabilities, or for the Zoom link.
NEW! Water Resource Science M.S. Defense: Grace Goldrich-Middaugh will present, “A new lens on historical data: Machine learning approaches for analyzing regional stream water chemistry,” May 31 from 2:30-4 p.m. in Bexell 415 or Zoom. Goldrich-Middaugh is advised under the guidance of major professor Pam Sullivan of CEOAS. Please reach out to the department for further information or room accommodations at least a week in advance.
NEW! The Dharma in DNA: Insights at the Intersection of Biology and Buddhism. A panel and author event discussing Dee Denver's new book and featuring the OSU classical guitar quartet. Tuesday, May 31, 7-8 p.m. LInC 210. Free and open to all.
Water Resource Policy & Management M.S. Defense: Josiah J. Shaver will present, “Scoring Water Stewardship at Academic Institutions: A Water Resources Management Scoring Framework for Future Sustainability, Resilience and Innovation,” on May 27, from 9-9:50 a.m. in Strand Agricultural Hall Room 113 or on Zoom. Shaver is advised under the guidance of major professor Aaron Wolf of CEOAS.
Water Resource Engineering Ph.D. Defense: Kyle Proctor will present “Harvesting Sunshine: A Modular Integrated Framework for Modeling the Agrivoltaic System,” on Friday, May 27 at 9 a.m. in STAG 262 or on Zoom. Proctor is advised under the guidance of major professor Ganti Murthy of Biological & Ecological Engineering.
SJEI workshops still have openings for Spring term – secure your spot now: The Social Justice Education Initiative is open to all faculty, staff and graduate students. SJEI workshops are infused with expertise, empathy, and humor while embracing a guiding principle of “more curiosity, less judgement” to achieve robust learning objectives. Learn more, see the workshop schedule and register on the SJEI website registration page or contact SJEI director Jane Waite: jane.waite@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! OSU Today reminder: Starting June 13, OSU Today will switch to a weekly Monday-only schedule through the end of summer term. Please submit your items to osutoday@oregonstate.edu as early as possible so they can be included in the correct edition.
NEW! Exemplary Employee Award: Do you know a classified staff or professional faculty member who goes above and beyond? University Human Resources is accepting nominations for the 2022 Exemplary Employee Award. To recognize someone on campus who exemplifies great service to OSU, you can find out more information about the award and nomination process online. For questions, email christina.schaaf@oregonstate.edu. Submit hard copy nomination packets to the Office of Human Resources, Attn: Christina Schaaf, 236 Kerr Administration Building, or email your digital submissions to Christina, no later than May 31. Nomination packets may be submitted in either hard copy OR digital formats, not both.
NEW! Carbon Offsets for OSU Funded Travel: The Sustainability Office can help you reduce the greenhouse gas impact of your OSU-funded air and ground travel. With basic information about travel itineraries, we calculate the amount of carbon offsets needed and combine our purchasing power to make it easy for you and your department. One bulk purchase of offsets will occur in June. For more info or to contact the Sustainability Office visit: https://fa.oregonstate.edu/sustainability/carbon-offsets-osu-funded-travel.
Resilient Teaching Faculty Learning Communities: Funded summer professional development opportunity for OSU instructors and tenure-track faculty who regularly teach credit-based Corvallis and Cascades campus courses. Join a cohort of faculty exploring solutions for teaching challenges, strategies to build resilience in teaching, and techniques for integrating in-class and online learning activities. See the Call for Participation and apply by May 31. Information: Center for Teaching and Learning.
Participants wanted for OSU Research Study: Taste Perception of Carbohydrates. Potential subjects must be healthy, non-smokers between 18 and 60 years old. Studies will involve tasting carbohydrate samples and may involve saliva collection. Studies conducted at the Corvallis campus, compensation $10 per hour. Please email taste.study@oregonstate.edu for more details. Principal Investigator: Juyun Lim.
Information about Fee-Funded Unit: As a student at OSU, you pay the incidental fee each term ($455.31 for fall, winter, and spring; $235.10 for summer). The budgeted revenue of more than $27.36 million provides everyone with access to a variety of programs and services. Come learn about how ASOSU allocates this budget and what all of this buys you. There are multiple ways to learn more and get involved; simply fill out this form. For questions, contact the ASOSU Student Fee Committee Chair at asosu.sfcchair@oregonstate.edu.
Community Climate Survey: The 2022 Faculty and Staff Community Climate Survey launched on May 10 with an invitation from Interim Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer Scott Vignos. Please check your email to access the survey link; the survey is open through June 3. The survey is administered every two years to gauge the opinions and perceptions of employees regarding their experience at OSU. It is one part of OSU’s broader efforts to create and sustain an inclusive and equitable university climate. To hear from as many people as possible, a $25 incentive will be provided to 50 randomly selected survey participants. The information participants enter for the incentive will not be linked to responses to the survey to ensure responses remain anonymous. Questions about the survey can be directed to OID at diversity@oregonstate.edu.
Call for Applications: Career Champions Program. Applications for the fall 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 on the Center for Teaching and Learning website. Please direct questions to the director of Career Integration, Brenna Gomez. To apply, please complete the brief application form by June 3.
OSU Health and Safety Committee: The University Health and Safety Committee would like to invite campus members interested in health and safety to attend our open meetings, held semi-annually in May and October. Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 2:30-4 p.m. Anyone can access OSU’s University Health & Safety Committee online at https://ehs.oregonstate.edu/UHSC. To attend, contact Marcus Silkbaron at Marcus.Silkbaron@oregonstate.edu to RSVP and request the meeting location.
Lavender Celebration Awards: Do you know an outstanding leader in the LGBTQIA2s+ community who is graduating in 2022? If so, please consider nominating them for a Lavender Celebration Award. You can choose from the SOL: LGBTQ+ Multicultural Support Network Sunshine Award; the Marilyn Gorski Award for Excellence, Integrity, and Outstanding Contributions to OSU; or the SOL & Pride Distinguished Alumni Award. Visit https://beav.es/Zpq to learn more and fill out a nomination. Due Sunday, June 6.
Apply for a grant to make student learning more affordable: OSU's Open Educational Resources Unit is accepting proposals for the Affordable Learning Grant before the June 1 deadline. The grant provides funding to adopt, adapt or author an open educational resource, such as a textbook. An open textbook is one that is published under an open copyright license and is made freely available online for students, faculty and the public. All funding is a department-to-department transfer. Please talk to your department head about how this applies to the grant. Questions? Contact Stefanie Buck.
Sigma Alpha raffle: Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom is an organization that helps Oregon K-12 schools incorporate agriculture-related activities into their curriculums to inform students about ag. We are raffling off a Yeti cooler as well as other fun things. The raffle will be on May 31 and tickets are one for $5 or three for $12. Our Venmo is: Sigma-Alpha-Xi-Chapter (please include your full name and phone number with your payment).
World Oceans Day: World Oceans Day is June 8. The OSU Marine Studies Initiative is compiling OSU-led events and resources to recognize this day and help raise awareness about the importance of a healthy ocean. We invite you to join this celebratory effort. Is your college or unit hosting or involved with seminars or other special events at the end of May through mid-June that raise awareness about issues of the coasts and ocean? If yes, send the information to us at Marine.Studies@Oregonstate.edu.
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 for people without symptoms. 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. Note: All employees will need a WVT Labdash account prior to testing.
Washington Way: For work related to the Washington Way Improvement Project, a closure is planned for the western portion of the sidewalk and driveway access south of Dixon Recreation Center and Goss Stadium along SW Washington Way (view map). A contractor will be onsite excavating a trench to install new conduit for future relocated power.
Utility tunnel: May 11-June 3. For work related to the Community Hall Slope Project, an access hatch to the utility tunnel will be removed and relocated. The current hatch is located on Jefferson Avenue across from Kerr Administration Building. Additional access hatches can be found west, north and east of this location. Communication lines in the tunnel in this area are temporarily supported and impede movement. Staff should avoid this area of the tunnel, if possible.
Washington Way: For work related to the Washington Way Improvement Project, a planned sidewalk closure along the north side of SW Washington Way is scheduled to run from 8 a.m. Friday, May 6 through 5 p.m. Monday, June 13. Pacific Power will be on site performing work related to the project (view map).
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! 4-H/Family & Community Health Program Coordinator: OSU’s Extension Service 4-H Youth Development and Family & Community Health programs invite applications for a 4-H/FCH Program Coordinator based at the Extension Service office in Burns, OR. This is a 12-month, F/T, professional faculty position. Posting #P05631UF. Closes June 8.
NEW! Director of Industry Engagement: OSU’s Division of Extension & Engagement, Center for the Outdoor Recreation Economy program invites applications for a Director of Industry Engagement based in Portland, OR. This is a 12-month, F/T, professional faculty position. Posting #P05634UF. Closes June 8.
“I am old enough to know only too well my good and bad qualities, which were often one in the same.” ~ Lisa See
Corvallis: Slight chance of showers today, high of 72, low of 52. Chance of showers Friday.
Central Oregon: Mostly cloudy today, high of 77, low of 50. Chance of showers tomorrow.
Newport: Slight chance of showers today, high of 63, low of 48. Chance of showers tomorrow.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/.
