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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.
Today, a string of small to medium-size towns dot the Oregon coast, filled with beach cottages, artisanal bakeries, and art galleries, and it is a popular vacation spot for families and retirees. It was all made possible by the earnest terraforming schemes imported by European settlers more than a century ago, says Sally Hacker, a coastal ecologist at Oregon State University who studies the Oregon dunes.
Soon-to-be sensory scientist Jenna Fryer, a doctoral candidate at Oregon State University, is already marshaling her expertise to solve problems posed by the climate crisis through research exploring the impact of wildfire smoke on the sensory properties of wine.
A piece by OSU's Susan Shaw.
Like many weeds, the thistle does really well in areas where the soil has been disturbed, says Erica Fleishman, an Oregon State University professor and director of the Oregon Climate Research Institute.
Researchers who work with tiny drug carriers known as lipid nanoparticles have developed a new type of material capable of reaching the lungs and the eyes, an important step toward genetic therapy for hereditary conditions like cystic fibrosis and inherited vision loss. The study led by Gaurav Sahay and Yulia Eygeris of the Oregon State University College of Pharmacy and Renee Ryals of Oregon Health & Science University is being published this week in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Just helping: Bobbi Becker, undergraduate progression advisor with INTO OSU, says “During the “ice-pocalypse” my cat, Prudence enjoyed “helping” me get some work done from the couch.” We are accepting photo submissions at osutoday@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Timely Teaching Tips: CTL offers one-on-one teaching consultations (on campus or remotely) on a wide range of research-based pedagogical practices. Consultations are ideal opportunities to talk about teaching whether you have a specific issue or want to explore more effective practices in general.
PFLA Zoom event: Growth Mindset for Success. Join Reese Schmit (trainer, coach and mom) to talk about how mindset frames and shapes the way we talk to ourselves and the people around us that depend on us for growth and guidance. 11 a.m. to noon March 6. Register for the event or follow us on social media via Linktr.ee/OSUPFLA.
OSULP Seminar: The next Classified Staff Association (CSA) and Library Faculty Association (LFA) seminar takes place from 2-3 p.m., March 6, Willamette East Classroom, 3rd floor, Valley Library, or Zoom – details here: https://library.oregonstate.edu/osulp-seminar-series-letitia-carson-legacy-project. Come and learn about one of Oregon’s first Black settlers and how her recently uncovered story is being shared with OSU, local and statewide communities through the Letitia Carson Legacy Project (LCLP). The LCLP honors Leticia Carson on the Benton County land that she settled through storytelling, living history, land stewardship, community building and healing. Retired SCARC director Larry Landis, “co-instigator” of the LCLP and the project’s historical consultant, will share Letitia’s story and discuss the broad range of work of the LCLP since its establishment in 2020.
Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology (EECB) Seminar: Michelle Nijhuis, author of “Beloved Beasts: Fighting for Life in an Age of Extinction,” will give a talk entitled “How to Talk About Conservation So People Will Listen.” Nijhuis is a longtime contributing editor of High Country News and has reported on science and the environment for National Geographic, the Atlantic and the New York Times Magazine. 4-5 p.m., March 6 in LINC 302 or Zoom: beav.es/eecb.
Water Resources Engineering Seminar Series: "Integrated Modeling of C and N Cycling from Batch to Watershed Scales" presented by Xingyuan Chen of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. This seminar occurs from 4-5 p.m. on March 6 in Bexell Hall 328 or on Zoom. This event is free and open to the public. Contact gradwater.support@oregonstate.edu for Zoom details.
Clarence Thomas film screening: Join us for an exclusive viewing of the film, “Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words.” Filmmaker and editor Mark Paoletta will be a guest speaker for a special Q&A about the film. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. The event will be hosted at 5 p.m. March 6 in Memorial Union Room 211. Sponsored by Turning Point USA at Oregon State University.
Science Pub: Does Congressional Outreach Matter? Race, Legislative Output and the Views of the Voters at 6 p.m., March 6. Christopher Stout, associate professor in the OSU School of Public Policy, will review the findings from his book manuscript “Black Voices in the Halls of Power,” to answer how identity shapes the communication strategies of U.S. House Representatives. Free, registration required. Old World Deli, Corvallis, with an online viewing option available.
NEW! Music à la Carte: OSU Percussion Studio: Students from the OSU Percussion Studio, under the tutelage of Justin Preece and Robert Brudvig, present their winter concert on a variety of percussion instruments, from marimba to water gong. Noon March 8 in MU Lounge; admission is free.
NEW! Women’s Day community fair: There will be a community fair for students from noon to 3 p.m. March 8 on the SEC Plaza. Student groups interested in tabling at this event should contact HR.WGC@oregonstate.edu. Visit the website for more information.
NEW! OSU’s 18th annual Empty Bowls: Benefit for Fresh & Local, First! and OSU’s Basic Needs Center. Dinner of soup, bread and dessert, with souvenir ceramic bowl guaranteed for the first 150 attendees. Live raffle during the meal, plus online auction (March 3-9). Tickets on a sliding scale at the door, $5-$20, by cash or check. Kids 5 and under, free. 5-7 p.m, March 9 at McNary Dining Center, 1300 SW Jefferson Way.
International Women’s Day Celebration: Join the OSU community at 5 p.m., March 7 in the Memorial Union Main Lounge for the International Women’s Day Celebration. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The reception co-hosted by President Jayathi Murthy and Provost Edward Feser aims to recognize and celebrate women at OSU.
OSU Theatre Presents: The Learned Ladies: The road to true love never runs smoothly and especially in this satirical comedy by the witty and masterful Molière. Set in 1672, Clitandre seeks the hand of his beloved Henriette, but her mother Philaminte has other plans for her youngest daughter. Trickery and scheming ensues as Molière boldly critiques gender roles and the hypocrisy of intellectual pretention. 7:30 p.m. March 7–9 and 15–16 and 2 p.m., March 17. Tickets can be purchased online; general admission – $12; students and seniors – $10; OSU students with ID – $5.
The Little Gallery Presents – Perseverance: A Tribute to Grace and Resilience: In celebration of International Women’s Day, The Little Gallery presents Perseverance: A Tribute to Grace and Resilience, an exhibition showing a selection of works from regional artist Vicki Idema. This exhibition explores the artist’s use of clay and paper to illustrate and bring awareness to some of the social and environmental issues still affecting women and to highlight those who overcame obstacles to reach their goals. The exhibit runs from March 8 to April 18 in The Little Gallery of Fairbanks Hall. There will be an opening and reception from 3:30 – 5 p.m., March 7. Admission is free.
Dance celebration: Take time to let go, cut loose and honor your movement expression in a welcoming space. We will move to engaging music and close with a meditative cool down. Gently facilitated by Julie Masters from 6:30-7:45 p.m. March 7 and 21 and April 4 and 18 at Marigold. Purchase class passes and register here. Contact: contemplativestudies@oregonstate.edu
Design industry student-alumni networking. Design students, build your career with input from the pros. The annual OSU Innovation & Design Network Industry Connect is Saturday, April 20, at the OSU Portland Center. Hear from a panel of alumni and participate in small-group conversations as you build a positive and supportive network. Free registration with priority to juniors and seniors. Register today.
NEW! Care Talks, Emotional Wellness: Managing Fear & Anxiety: Learn how to talk through our thoughts to realize that our fears and anxieties are manageable and controllable. 10 a.m., March 7, via Zoom. Register today.
NEW! University Budget Committee meeting on Friday: The committee will meet from 9:30-11 a.m. March 8 via Zoom and in B011 Kerr Admin. Bldg. The UBC is OSU’s advisory body to the provost for recommendations on tuition rates, budget priorities and budget policies. For materials associated with this week’s topics, visit the UBC web page. Join the webinar via Zoom. For questions, email brent.gustafson@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! BEE Research Seminar: Ashish Manandhar, The Ohio State University Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering, will give the research seminar "Waste upcycling and Sustainability assessment: Efforts towards creating sustainable food and agricultural systems" at 10 a.m., March 8 in KEC1005.
NEW! Celebrate International Women's Day 2024: Join us in celebrating International Women's Day with the OSU Women Innovators Panel, noon March 8, in MU 208. This panel features three researchers/faculty members who have created companies based on their work at OSU. Speakers include Maude David, assistant professor, microbiology, founder and CEO of Neurobiome; Jenn Amador, co-founder and COO, nexTC Materials; and AnneMarie Hasbrook, chemical engineering graduate student and co-founder of HER Pads. Register in advance to attend via Zoom: https://oregonstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEldO2qpzMjG9fOAUrZVPdVAtHsCk79Pv2p
NEW! OSU Anthropology Lecture Series: Drew Gerkey, associate professor at OSU, will give a lecture titled, "Indigenous Observations of Climate Change in Siberia,” from noon to 12:50 p.m., March 8 in Strand 161. This event is sponsored by the OSU Anthropology Program and the OSU School of Language, Culture & Society. Questions? Contact: Drew Gerkey at drew.gerkey@oregonstate.edu
NEW! FYI Friday – Fall 2023 Student Experience Survey Findings and Recommendations: Since Spring of 2020, OSU has surveyed undergraduate Corvallis campus students to better understand their experience and gather their perspective on key areas. The Fall 2023 Student Experience Survey aimed to capture student employment experiences, communication preferences and perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI). 1-2 p.m., March 8, via Zoom. Registration required.
NEW! The College of Health Friday Research Seminar: Harold Bae, associate professor of biostatistics in the COH, will present “Substance Use Policies and Their Effects on Young Adults” from 1-2 p.m., March 8 in HFC 115/Bray Leadership Conference Room and via Zoom. Co-sponsored by the COH Biostatistics Program.
NEW! Lyra Gatherings. This months featured topics are: Practicing Full Presence, Safety and Inclusion for Women at Work, Caregiving for Someone With a Disability, Single Parenthood, When Hurdles are High: Women of Color at Work, Caring for Aging Loved Ones, Navigating Imposter Syndrome, Women’s Health: Mind, Body, and Soul Connection, Fitting in and Aging Out, Psychological Safety at Work and Managing Multigenerational Households. Sign up for an upcoming gathering in Lyra Learn. If you have not signed up for a Lyra Learn account, you will need to register with your OSU email address and use the customer code #osu445. For questions contact christina.schaaf@oregonstate.edu.
BEE Teaching Seminar: Ashish Manandhar from The Ohio State University Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering will give the teaching seminar "Life Cycle Assessment: Uncovering environmental impacts for informed decision-making" at 1:15 p.m., March 7 in KEC1003.
HMSC Research Seminar: Bryan Black with the Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research at the University of Arizona will be giving a seminar entitled “Multicentennial perspectives on extreme climate and natural disasters in the Pacific Northwest." 3:30 p.m. March 7, in person at the HMSC Carmen Ford Phillips Auditorium in the Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building or online. Zoom Link or call +1-971-247-1195 Meeting ID: 945 5573 115. Click here for more information.
Department of Botany & Plant Pathology Fall Seminar Series: “Controlled protein stability to regulate abiotic stress tolerance and development in plants ” presented by Hanjo Hellmann of Washington State University, 4 p.m., March 7 in ALS 4001 and via Zoom. For complete schedule visit the BPP Seminar website.
IE@OSU Faculty, Food and Fun: Join IE@OSU at our Winter 2024 Faculty, Food and Fun with Lisa Corwin, University of Colorado, Boulder. Corwin will present “Failing (in Order) to Succeed – Building Resilience through Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences.” 4-6 p.m., March 7, MU Journey Room and Zoom. RSVP here.
Sustainability Town Hall: Carly Lettero, associate director of arts integration at PRAx and the director of Spring Creek Project, will be a keynote speaker at the upcoming Sustainability Town Hall, Corvallis's premier sustainability event, hosted by the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition. The theme of this year's Town Hall is "The Arts: A Portal to Sustainability." The free event will be held 7 p.m., March 7 at the Alumni Center. Learn more and register here.
Beats n’ Breath - Yoga Flow by Candlelight: Embrace the winter darkness with movement by candlelight. This class integrates an inspiring playlist and an all-levels flow to energize the body and align the breath. Guided by Jessica Mylan, 5:30-7 p.m., March 8, at Marigold. Purchase 1 Class Pass or $15 for Drop-In. Pre-register here. Contact us.
Provost’s Lecture featuring Diana B. Henriques: Join us for the first Provost’s Lecture of the 2023-24 series, featuring Diana B. Henriques, award-winning financial journalist and author. The lecture will be held at 7 p.m., March 14 in Austin Auditorium at LaSells Stewart Center. 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.
Overcoming Overdose @ OSU: OSU Student Health's Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention team will host a lunch and learn workshop for students and staff on April 4, from noon to 1 p.m., in MU 109. Overdose deaths among youth and young adults have increased in recent years, and the most common drugs involved are synthetic opioids including fentanyl. This workshop will allow the students and staff to actively participate by providing resources (including Narcan kits and face shields for CPR), preventative education related to substance misuse, and an opportunity to positively impact the resiliency of our student population. Lunch provided for the first 50 registered guests.
Lucid Dreaming 8-Week Series: Instruction into the amazing interior adventure of the nighttime world of sleep and dreams, through learning and community. Kate Gallagher will guide weekly topics and instruction. Open to all, held at Marigold. 6:30-7:45 p.m., Tuesdays, April 9- May 28. Registration is open. $200 public; $175 educators. Scholarships are available for OSU undergraduates and graduate students. Contact us.
4-part Social Justice Education Initiative Tier One Platform: Introducing a freshly revised SJEI Tier One Platform series, all sessions 3 hours or less. Join your colleagues to expand your equity and inclusion journey. Open to all faculty, staff and graduate students at OSU. Learn more, see the schedule, and register for remote Tier One Platform & Tier Two Next Level workshops here. Interested in this professional development for your unit? Contact SJEI director Jane Waite: jane.waite@oregonstate.edu
Ocean ecology career webcast. Get ready to make a splash in your career with firsthand insights from researchers, marine biologists and graduate students from the OSU College of Agricultural Sciences. Attend a free interactive webcast, Ask Alumni: Deep Dive into Careers with Whales, Sharks and Ocean Ecology, 4 p.m. April 10. Presented by OSUAA and the College of Agricultural Sciences. Register.
Creating Happiness 8-week program: This program weaves three topics: happiness, flourishing and mindfulness. Michele Ribeiro will guide with concepts that move beyond resilience to those that contribute to flourishing. Open to all, held at Marigold 7-8:15 p.m. Wednesdays, April 3- May 22. Registration is open. $200 public; $175 educators. Scholarships are available for OSU undergraduates and graduate students. Contact us.
AI Global Futures Forum and AI Week: The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce AI Week, April 8-12. The April 12 AI Global Futures Forum will include a conversation between OSU President Jayathi Murthy and special guest Jen-Hsun Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA. The forum will also include a series of panels regarding AI and climate science, AI impact on workforce and the economy and AI and creativity. To learn more, email OSU.Provost@oregonstate or visit this website..
NEW! Dam Proud Day T-shirt voting open. Beavers everywhere: vote on your favorite Dam Proud Day 2024 T-shirt design. Help select the official T-shirt designed by an Oregon State student by placing your vote March 6-7 (ends 11:59 p.m.). The final design will be announced on March 12 and will be printed on 1,000 Dam Proud Day T-shirts worn across Oregon State. For questions, contact damproudtshirtcontest@osufoundation.org.
NEW! Kathleen Dean Moore on "Luminaries": Spring Creek Project's new podcast series, "Luminaries," invites guests to share a story about a piece of writing or art that has illuminated their environmental thinking or work. In the first episode, Kathleen Dean Moore shares a story about the prose poem “Unchopping a Tree” by W. S. Merwin. Follow along on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to this episode.
NEW! Women’s Herstory Month (WHM): Join the Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center during the month of March to celebrate WHM. Visit our Instagram and Linktree for more information about our events and programs.
NEW! Celebrating 30 years: Congratulations to Andrea Marks, professor, for reaching 30 years of service at OSU. You can read more about their time at OSU and others by clicking on their name. Congratulations and thank you for your service.
Open Call Soundbox7 Pulse: Improvising Collective Future(s). May 19-21. This year, Soundbox 7 is excited to feature works, live performances, emergent art(s), and improvisational practices that embody DIY approaches, offer real-time solutions, and utilize improvisation as a vital tool for addressing pressing global issues identified by the United Nations, including environmental and global health, gender equality, humanitarianism and technology and innovation. Call is open to all. For full submission details, visit here. Submissions due by midnight March 24. Cosponsored by CLA, SVPDA and PRAx.
2024 Homecoming Court applications: A valuable, unique and rewarding college experience awaits six undergraduate students who will be chosen as 2024 Homecoming Court Ambassadors to the OSU Alumni Association. Awardees receive a one-time $500 scholarship and get to voice their ideas with alumni and business and university leaders while representing OSU at events throughout the year. Encourage students to apply now through April 22: ForOregonState.org/HC.
Transdisciplinary Research Seed Funds: Up to $100K is available to support OSU faculty as they build a transdisciplinary research team or seek to sustain momentum of an existing team and/or scale-up collaborative research efforts towards the submission of large proposals that directly support Prosperity Widely Shared: The Oregon State Plan. Full details at the Division of Research and Innovation website including links to register for info sessions in early March.
International Travel: All employees, students, and others who engage in university-related international travel are required to register their travel with the university and adhere to OSU's International Travel Policy. The International Travel Policy has been substantially revised and a new International Travel Homepage provides an overview of processes as well as services, insurance, and resources available to travelers. To request a presentation about the changes, policy, or processes, or for questions, please contact the Global Affairs Associate.
Monthly Emergency Preparedness Topic: Medication: Disaster can strike at any time and without warning. By preparing in advance, you can make sure you will have the medications you need and one less thing to worry about in an emergency. English and Spanish versions of this bulletin can be found here: https://emergency.oregonstate.edu/emergency-preparedness/preparedness-topics/medication
OSU In Memoriam: Join us from 5:30 to 7 p.m. May 6 in the Memorial Union Lounge or via livestream broadcast for the annual OSU In Memoriam. This event honors recently deceased students, staff, faculty, alumni, and others associated with the university and features poetry, live music and activities for reflection and healing. If you would like to acknowledge an OSU member who died in 2023, please submit before April 1: beav.es/in-memory.
Host a Family Weekend event: Join us in hosting Parents and Families on campus during Spring Family Weekend May 3-5. Sign up here to host an event by April 10 and see what other events are planned on our Family Weekend website. Send along any questions or ideas to newstudents@oregonstate.edu.
Pet Day 2024: Oregon State University Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine will be hosting its’ annual event, “Pet Day.” This is a student run event that not only brings the entire community together for a day of fun, but also directly supports the Classes of 2026 & 2027 at OSU CCVM! Pet Day is fun for all ages and species, so please stop by from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 4. Register before March 15 if you would like to participate as a club or vendor.
On-line preparedness training: From the comfort of your desk, increase your emergency preparedness knowledge through OSU’s Bridge training management system. We offer short training sessions on many topics: Active Shooter Response, Earthquake/tsunami, Fire Preparedness and more. Take a few minutes to view the videos and join the DAM Ready movement.
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! Senior Business Intelligence Analyst: The University Information and Technology (UIT) is seeking an experienced, skilled, and highly motivated Senior Business Intelligence Analyst to join our Data and Information Architecture team. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. Posting #P07823UF. Closes March 20.
Washington Way: As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, a section of the southbound lane on 26th St. will be closed just north of Washington Way. The west sidewalk will be closed between the crosswalk at Dixon Recreation Center and Washington Way. This closure will take place March 6 and 7. Flaggers will be present to direct traffic in both directions around the closure. Drivers should expect delays.
Parking lots closed: As part of the Jen-Hsun & Lori Huang Collaborative Innovation Complex project, the Park Terrace St. East and Park Terrace St. West (A2) parking lots will be permanently closed, starting Monday, March 18 (view map). SW Park Terrace Place will also be permanently closed north of Plageman Student Health Center. Construction fencing will be placed around the area in preparation for further construction activity.
Intersection closure: As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, the Washington Way and 30th Street intersection will be closed March 4 through April 15.
“March came in that winter like the meekest and mildest of lambs, bringing days that were crisp and golden and tingling, each followed by a frosty pink twilight which gradually lost itself in an elfland of moonshine.” ~ L.M. Montgomery
Corvallis: Frost, then mostly sunny today, high of 46, low of 28. Frost and mostly sunny tomorrow.
Central Oregon: Sunny today, high of 38, low of 17. Sunny tomorrow.
Newport: Frost, then mostly sunny today, high of 46, low of 31. Frost and mostly sunny tomorrow.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr
