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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.
Paul Thompson, an associate professor of economics at Oregon State University, said before the pandemic, 137 schools in Oregon had opted for a shorter week. He said the study looked at the standardized math test scores of more than 340,000 high school students between 2010 and 2019 who had similar levels of achievement and attended similar schools.
Oregon State University held a grand opening for its newest center on Tuesday on the first day of Black History Month. Many gathered in Memorial Union Room 61 at noon to celebrate the new Griggs Center for Black & Indigenous Student Success.
The Oregon State University Center for Health Innovation recently released a report regarding the health impacts of wildfires on fire survivors. (see also KLCC)
The findings have an intriguing implication for climate policy: “Our results highlight an important mechanism through which a tax on carbon would discourage new development, namely by reducing incentives for people to live relatively far from their place of work,” says study team member David Lewis, an economist at Oregon State University in Corvallis. “We estimate that a $0.03/gallon annual price increase lowers land development rates by about 2.84% per year.”
Oregon State University researchers found little evidence that genetics play a role in some sea stars staying healthy while dealing with a deadly disease and climate change.
The North American group’s head, Xavier Siemens, a radio astronomer at Oregon State University in Corvallis, believes that the red noise is not yet a detection. “But it’s reassuring,” he says.
Oregon State University is also considering changing its professor emeritus policy. Alan Mix, distinguished professor of earth, ocean and atmospheric sciences there, said he shared the idea with colleagues after reading a journal article that Freyd published about the need for gender-neutral titles for retired professors last year. Mix said this wasn’t something he’d given too much thought to prior to seeing the article, but he thought the idea seemed “reasonable.”
Oregon State University will establish 15 new endowed faculty positions distributed across seven colleges, the university announced. Donors to the university committed $13.8 million in an initiative called the Provost’s Faculty Match Program, a joint effort between the OSU Foundation and the Office of the Provost.
The Associated Students of Oregon State University is seeking OSU students in Corvallis to run for a position in student government, and take on an active role in how the campus serves students.
Produced by OSU Extension, each monthly calendar provides reminders of key garden chores, such as fertilizing, pest control, planting, and maintenance.
High Water: Confluence of the Willamette and Marys River in Corvallis, Jan. 6, submitted by Joseph Krause, professor emeritus of French. We are accepting photo submissions at osutoday@oregonstate.edu.
Timely Teaching Tips: Looking for a learning community in which instructors and TAs have agency and are empowered to explore antiracist teaching? The Community for the Advancement of Antiracist Instruction engages instructors and TAs in antiracist work related to their teaching. This professional development opportunity is sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning and Faculty Affairs.
National Signing Day: Join Coach Jonathan Smith, Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Barnes and student-athletes to welcome a new group of student-athletes to Beaver Football on National Signing Day, Feb. 2. Online and in-person guests may participate in the auction and will hear an update about the Completing Reser Stadium project. Register here: https://securelb.imodules.com/s/359/foundation/index.aspx?sid=359&gid=34&pgid=9376&content_id=13154.
NEW! UAOSU Community Masking Event: UAOSU members will be distributing N95 masks to OSU community members at the SEC Plaza from noon to 2 p.m. on Feb. 2 and 3. You can reserve your masks at uaosu.org/masks, but drop-ins are also welcome, so please tell your students and colleagues about this event.
Dad group: Join this bi-monthly get-together for self-identified dads, facilitated by Tarron Anderson Feb. 2, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom. This informal, drop-in event is a great way to meet other dads who are employees or students at OSU. Sponsored by the Family Resource Center Parent Connections Series. For more information, contact robynn.pease@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! HRWGC Crafternoons: HRWGC Crafternoons are back. Beginning week #5, join us Wednesdays from 2-4 p.m. at the Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center for crafting and community. More information and notifications of each week’s craft can be found here.
OSU’s Office of URSA Research Ready Workshop: The Office of Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Arts (URSA) invites undergraduates to learn the steps to getting involved in research or creative work. URSA will show students how to identify a faculty mentor and share other resources available for emerging student researchers. RSVP to attend. Feb. 2, 5-6:30 p.m. in Furman 105. Email stephanie.ramos@oregonstate.edu with questions.
Careers in Economic Development. Students who are interested in a career that focuses on the economic growth and revitalization of local communities in a sustainable way will have a chance to hear from these economic development specialists from throughout Oregon, and learn about the wide variety of professional options that are available today. Free, open to all OSU students. Feb. 2 at 5:30 p.m. Virtual. Register on Handshake to join the livestream.
NEW! SEIU Meeting: Feb. 3, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Memorial Union 109 and via Zoom. Join Zoom meeting: https://seiu503-org.zoom.us/j/92320765954?pwd=TDF2RGFMTzd3UWRwdWE2VDRaTTFtUT09. Questions contact organizer Siobhan Burke at burkes@seiu503.org.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
Crafternoons: The OSU Valley Library is hosting Crafternoons during Winter Term 2022. Crafts will be available in the second floor foyer. All sessions are free for students to participate in and feature the library's loanable equipment. Sessions are 2-3 p.m. on Feb. 3, Feb. 17, March 3 and March 17. Follow us on Instagram @valleylibrary to see pictures of crafts and share your crafts with the hashtag #OSUMakes.
Art Exhibition: "Celebrate Oregon's Diversity" takes the opportunity to celebrate Oregon's diversity through its culture and landscape. Art exhibition runs in the Giustina Gallery at The LaSells Stewart Center through March 18. Reception is Thursday, Feb. 3, 5-7 p.m. in the Giustina Gallery lobby. Proof of vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 test within three days of this event and valid ID, along with face coverings, are required for admission. Learn more including specifics regarding requirements for attending reception and gallery hours.
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.
2022 CSA Culture Show: “The Naga and the Prince.” This is the biggest annual event CSA holds throughout the year. Our goal is to showcase Khmer/Cambodian culture to others on- and off-campus and have students network and connect with CSA. Feb. 26, 6-8 p.m., MU Ballroom.
NEW! FYI Friday – Family Resource Center Programs and Services: 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. Feb. 4, 10-11 a.m. via Zoom. Registration required.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
The Great Resignation: Understanding the Post-Pandemic Job Market. What does it take to succeed in the new normal? Get expert advice and hear from alumni professionals who have been on the same journey as you at the next free virtual Winning in Life event, Feb. 3, at noon. The series is designed to build personal and professional skills. Register for free at fororegonstate.org/Winning.
Department of Botany & Plant Pathology Winter Seminar Series: “Application of Interpretable Machine Learning Methods in Plant Genomics and Phenomics” presented by Song Li of Virginia Tech. Feb. 3, 4 p.m., via Zoom. For complete schedule, see our website.
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 Feb. 3.
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.
Russia and the U.S.: Sarah Henderson, associate professor of political science, will present a lecture as part of the WorldOregon Great Decision Series, Feb. 11, noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom. Russia and the United States have many areas of conflict and some possible areas of mutual interest. How will the new administration in Washington approach these issues? A limited number of free tickets are available to OSU employees via global.affairs@oregonstate.edu. For more information visit https://www.worldoregon.org/great_decisions_series_ticket2022.
Rescheduled Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Keynote Address: Registration is now open for the keynote address to be held on Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. at the LaSells Stewart Center and via livestream. The keynote speaker is LaTosha Brown, nationally recognized as the “go-to” expert in black voting rights and voter suppression, black women’s empowerment and philanthropy. This event is free, but registration is required. For info, contact diversity@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-1063.
Do you have a business idea but need some help? The OSU Advantage Accelerator is offering Iterate, a free virtual class for researchers and prospective entrepreneurs who have a business idea or technology that could become a sellable product or service but aren't sure what to do next. Come learn how to create a value proposition, find and understand your market, and more. Iterate consists of four Thursday workshops that build on each other: Feb. 24, March 3, 10 and 17, all from 3-4:30 p.m. Learn more and register here.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 25 Year Club inductees: Congratulations to Brenda Sallee, assistant head advisor, 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.
Health & Safety: The University Health & Safety Committee wants to promote health and safety by providing 12 months of safety tips from SAIF, which supervisors and department safety coordinators can use to promote safety throughout the year. You can also access OSU’s University Health & Safety Committee online at http://ehs.oregonstate.edu/uhsc, including past meeting minutes, information on how to contact a committee member, and a link to report safety concerns online.
$15K of Funding Available: The OSU Advantage Accelerator is currently seeking applications that describe technology-based projects in any discipline that will move OSU-owned technologies closer to commercialization. Proposals should describe a project that requires $15,000 or less of funding to achieve an important milestone(s) connected to commercialization. Each project may be awarded up to $15,000 and should span nine months or less, beginning in April 2022. Proposals are due by Feb. 28, 5 p.m. Learn more and apply.
Oregon Sea Grant Summer Scholars Undergrad Internships for 2022: The Summer Scholars Program is a paid, 10-week internship that places diverse undergraduate students from around the country with various Oregon-based host organizations (tribal, public agency, non-profit, non-governmental). It provides students with hands-on experience under the mentorship of a career professional. Details here. The deadline is Feb. 14.
Work Life Newsletter: Click here to see the February Work Life Newsletter and to see Work Life, FRC and Wellness events and workshops for the month of February. For questions please contact work.life@oregonstate.edu
Togetherall: A new mental health resource for OSU students. Togetherall is a safe and anonymous online community where students can share about what they are feeling and get support to improve mental health and well-being. Watch this 1-minute video to learn more: https://youtu.be/mEt4dblejNo. Direct students to beav.es/togetherall to join. For questions about this service: tess.websterhenry@oregonstate.edu.
SJEI workshops are open for winter and spring term registration: The Social Justice Education Initiative is open to all faculty, staff and graduate students. SJEI workshops are infused with empathy, humor and expertise 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.
Register now for Think Open Symposium on May 16: Are you ready to "level up" your course materials? Join OSU’s Open Educational Resources Unit and the Center for Teaching and Learning on May 16 for an in-person symposium featuring lively presentations and discussions on OER, open pedagogy and open access. Hear from faculty and education professionals who have firsthand experience with OER and can speak to the positive impact they have on students. View the event schedule and register today.
Valentine fundraiser: The OSU Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Native Americans in Science Chapter is holding a fundraiser to attend their annual conference. All proceeds of the Crumbl Cookies Valentines Day fundraiser will go to supporting student attendance at the conference in the fall. Link: https://forms.gle/ofB9iCuqw2sdRMaG7.
Call for Proposals: Have ideas for redesigning your large-enrollment course but need a little help? Join the Blended Learning Innovations in Pedagogy (BLIP) initiative. The Center for Teaching and Learning is offering structural and financial support to help instructors integrate blended learning strategies and educational technology in their courses. See our Call for Proposals for more details. Deadline: Feb. 14. For questions contact Raechel Soicher.
DPD Podcast Launch: The Difference, Power, and Discrimination Program has launched a new podcast, Transforming the College Classroom. This is a podcast for anyone interested in taking up teaching and learning in higher education from a justice-informed perspective in ways that are centered on a deep commitment to teaching all students. Every episode features interviews that explore teaching and learning for justice from multiple disciplinary, institutional and social positions. More information and episode links here.
Design Industry Connect Feb. 23: OSU students and alumni creatives are invited to come together for an evening of networking during the OSU Design Network’s Industry Connect on Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 5:30 p.m. This virtual event is free to students and alumni in innovation and design management, merchandising management, apparel design, interior design and graphic design. Student applications can be submitted at bit.ly/StudentApp22 by Feb. 7. Alumni interested in becoming a design mentor can register at bit.ly/DesignPros22.
Research compliance: The Research Office at OSU is working to better the compliance experience for our campus partners. As we move through this process we have developed a webpage to provide information. A link to the project progress website can be accessed here.
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.
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! 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.
Furman Hall: For work related to the Community Hall Slope Project, a planned water shutdown at Joyce Collin Furman Hall is scheduled for Feb. 3 from 6 a.m.-3 p.m. (view map). Restrooms will not be usable during the planned water shutdown. For questions or comments about the planned water shutdown, contact Construction Manager Ryan Wilson at 503-779-3488.
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! Fiscal Coordinator 1 positions: The Controller’s Unit invites applications for three full-time, 12-month Fiscal Coordinator 1 positions. Two positions will support the College of Agricultural Sciences and one will support the College of Education. Posting #P03403CT. Full consideration Feb. 21. Closes March 6.
UPDATED! HR Recruitment Specialist: University Human Resources invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month HR Recruitment specialist position. Posting #P05188UF. Full consideration date Feb. 14. Closes Feb. 28.
"Imagination is a funny thing — we sometimes need to see something before we can truly picture it." ~ Tomi Adeyemi
Corvallis: Fog with chance of rain today, high of 44, low of 34. Mostly cloudy Thursday.
Central Oregon: Partly sunny today, high of 40, low of 28. Mostly sunny Thursday.
Newport: Chance of rain with winds up to 21 mph, high of 48, low of 41. Fog then partly sunny Thursday.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/
