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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.
NuScale, founded in 2007 with technology developed at Oregon State University, says its reactor design is safer to operate and less expensive than conventional nuclear reactors. Now headquartered in Portland, the company hopes to capitalize on renewed enthusiasm for nuclear energy as a carbon-free alternative to coal and natural gas.
"Out of an abundance of caution, the university issued a public safety alert at 8:32 p.m. Monday and again Tuesday at 8:40 a.m. to inform community members about the call to 911 and threat," said university spokesperson Steve Clark. "Overnight, police and public officers from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, Corvallis Police Department and OSU Public Safety systematically searched the OSU Corvallis campus and remained vigilant."
Bird species that live in wooded areas are under stress from human-caused changes to forest composition, according to new research led by Oregon State University that quantifies the effects of forest degradation on bird habitat.
Oregon State University’s Science Pub on Monday, May 9, will focus on the perspectives and complexities associated with responsible wind energy generation off the Oregon Coast.
Nik Wiman, an orchard specialist at Oregon State University, said newer varieties of hazelnut trees proved more resilient in the ice storm as well as to diseases. Farmers who had to replant old orchards destroyed by the ice will need to wait for the harvest as the trees mature slowly.
Chris Adams, an entomologist at Oregon State University, urged growers not to cut corners on trapping, either. “Trapping is really the foundation of IPM,” said Adams, chair of the codling moth task force. Trapping allows growers to confirm model predictions, inform accurate spray timing, estimate size of later generations and detect patterns in the population.
David Rothwell, Associate Professor, Barbara E. Knudson Endowed Chair in Family Policy, College of Public Health and Human Sciences at Oregon State University, also advocated for state and local governments to step in when the federal level policies fail working parents.
In 2022, Oregon State University’s new hiking club was selected as one of American Hiking Society’s Alternative Break Scholarship recipients. Students contributed to a week-long trail maintenance service project at Moran State Park located on Orcas Island, Washington. Yan Yan, the president of the hiking club and group leader, reflects on the student’s experience below.
Impromptu pond: Marion Beers says, “A pair of ducks turn a bad situation into something beautiful.” We are accepting photo submissions at osutoday@oregonstate.edu.
Timely Teaching Tips: Wondering how to provide flexibility in assignment deadlines while still promoting student accountability and not significantly increasing your workload? For a solution you can customize to fit your courses, see A “Form” of Flexibility by Raechel Soicher, CTL Blended Learning Faculty Fellow and instructor in the School of Psychological Science.
Hort Club Plant Sale at Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture (OCCUH), 843 SW 35th St., Corvallis, featuring fuchsia baskets and geraniums from Peoria Gardens. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. May 2-4 p.m. or until sold out. If an after-hours pickup is required, call or email Al Shay and he will meet you out there. Al.Shay@oregonstate.edu, 541-207-8951.
Bioinformatics Users Group (BUG): “The OpenPower HUB - i.e., an open, community driven, sandbox for next-gen HPC.” Maximilian Schmidt, Center for Quantitative Life Science. May 4 at noon via Zoom, https://oregonstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAvfuioqT8iHdDRksio4mqupQZ3STExFhY8. BUG is a community open to everyone. For additional information, see https://cgrb.oregonstate.edu/bug.
Water Resources Science Seminar Series: Riverscape approaches in practice: perspective and applications. Christian Torgersen, USGS FRESC/UW. Wednesday, May 4, 4-5 p.m., Bexell Hall 328 or on Zoom.
Prism meet and greet: Interested in art or literature? Then Prism, OSU’s premier creative magazine, is the perfect outlet for you. Swing by the SEC Plaza on May 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. to meet the members of the Prism team responsible for creating a magazine highlighting and celebrate the release of their upcoming issue.
NEW! Star Wars bowling: Star Wars-themed cosmic bowling and burgers night on May 4 at MU Lanes from 6-9 p.m. Bring your lightsaber for some burgers and hotdogs, Yoda cupcakes and Wookie cookies (provided by OSU catering). We will also have prizes for the highest score winner, best costume/dress-up, and one lucky random draw. Hosted by the Disabled Students Union. Registration and accommodations: beav.es/w6G.
NEW! The Oregon State University Board of Trustees will meet virtually Thursday: The Oregon State University Board of Trustees will hold a public meeting on Thursday, May 5, to discuss matters related to the search for the university’s next president. The meeting will be held remotely at 1 p.m. Trustees will discuss general compensation and benefits for the position of president and will consider an action item regarding reimbursing finalist candidates for certain professional advisors’ fees that may be related to contract negotiations. Immediately following this public session, the Board of Trustees will hold an executive session to consider a slate of semifinalist candidates to be invited for interviews with the Board. The executive session will be held in keeping with Oregon law – ORS 192.660(2)(a) that allows a public body to meet in executive session to consider the employment of a public officer, employee, staff member or individual agent. Members of the public can join the public portion of the meeting through the remote conferencing service Zoom. Options for joining the meeting and instructions for providing comment during a testimony period held before the board votes on the action item are located under “Meeting Details” at this webpage. Agenda and meeting materials will be posted as they are available on the Board of Trustees meetings web page.
NEW! Music à la Carte: Oregon Symphony Trio. OSO Principal Clarinetist James T. Shields, clarinet; Trevor Fitzpatrick, cello; and Yoko Greeney, piano, perform a program of music by Kenji Bunch, Xenakis and Brahms. Friday, May 6 at noon in the Memorial Union Lounge. Free, open to all. Livestream available.
NEW! OSU Rainbow Connect Welcome Social: Join the OSU Rainbow Connect alumni network for a casual Friday evening meetup in downtown Corvallis with food and drinks (no-host bar), a great view and the company of friends, new and old. Friday, May 6 at 6 p.m. at Sky High Brewing. RSVP now.
NEW! Sakumuna Concert: The Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center will be hosting a concert on Saturday, May 7, from 3 p.m.-4 p.m. outside of the Einerson House (2638 NW Jackson Ave., Corvallis). This community-wide event is free and includes food, drinks and raffle prizes. For more information, visit https://fb.me/e/1A1Qg2ygA.
NEW! LGBTQIA+ alumni reunion: Build and renew connections with friends of the OSU Pride Center as it celebrates 20 years on campus, plus celebrate new milestones, such as the OSU Rainbow Connect Alumni Network’s first in-person gathering. Join the fun on Saturday, May 7 from 6-8 p.m. at the Memorial Union Lounge. Register today.
NEW! Tour of historic OSU: OSU is Corvallis' most recent historic district with more than 80 contributing structures, and it’s the only Oregon campus listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Learn about the development of campus structures, and early Olmsted and Taylor campus plans, quads, and viewsheds. OSU’s Larry Landis will lead the tour on May 8 from 2-4 p.m., starting on the south side of Community Hall. The tour is limited to 25 people, so an RSVP is required. Contact tro2005@gmail.com.
NEW! What To Fix at Oregon State University: ASOSU is hosting an end-of-the-year event that welcomes students to share their thoughts and concerns regarding their experiences at OSU in a safe space. May 19, 2-5 p.m., in the Memorial Union Quad. Share your thoughts, eat free pizza and enter into a raffle for the chance to win a few large prizes.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
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 our website or attend the open forum May 5, 11 a.m. (details on the website). 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 our website or attend the open forum May 5, 11 a.m. (details on the website). Fill out this form to show your support for this program and for this community at OSU.
Celebrating Undergraduate Excellence: Register today to attend the 2022 Celebrating Undergraduate Excellence (CUE) Symposium on May 19 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Memorial Union Ballroom and online via Canvas for those who are unable to join us in Corvallis. Register to attend by May 17. Students will present in person (posters) or virtually (pre-recorded 3-minute talk in Canvas). For more info, visit https://beav.es/wLP or contact OfficeofURSA@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Department of Integrative Biology Ph.D. Defense Seminar: Kelsey Swieca will present “Influence of regional oceanography on the distributions, trophic interactions, growth, and survival of the early life history stages of fishes,” May 6, 10 a.m. via hybrid format: in person in Marine Studies Building Auditorium at Hatfield Marine Science Center, Newport; or virtual via Zoom. Swieca is completing her Ph.D. in integrative biology under the guidance of Su Sponaugle.
NEW! Applied Economics Seminar: Prof. Simanti Banerjee from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will present "Role of Gender Identity on Conservation Effort and Leasing Contract Choice on Rented Farmland: A Lab Experiment," via Zoom. Friday, May 6, 12:30-2: p.m. Details, including dial-in information, here.
NEW! Summer Spreadsheet Help Session: Angela Williamson, support services manager with University Human Resources, will be offering a Help Session for Summer Academic Wage hiring via the spreadsheet process. May 6, 3-5 p.m., in University Plaza, Suite 150. Zoom available; email hrsupportservices@oregonstate.edu. Free parking.
NEW! The Robert S. Iltis Colloquium Series: Yanni Ma, associate professor of organizational and environmental communication, will present "Are You Threatening Me? Identity Threat, Resistance to Persuasion, and Boomerang Effects in Environmental Communication," on Friday, May 6, 4-5 p.m. in Shepard Hall, Room 106.
NEW! SWLF Visiting Writers Series Reading with Venita Blackburn: Celebrated writer and educator Venita Blackburn will host a free reading and Q&A in the Valley Library Rotunda on Friday, May 6, at 7:30 p.m. Learn more about the event and SWLF’s Visiting Writers Series on our VWS Events page.
NEW! April Research Integrity Forum: This month’s Research Integrity Forum is titled “Research COI Made Easier: Using Cayuse to Disclose Outside Interests,” presented by Christopher Viggiani, Associate Vice President for Research Integrity and colleagues in the Research Office. Learn more about managing research COI and your responsibilities to disclose. May 12, 1 p.m. Register here. For more information, email gretchen.cuevas@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! OSU Design Network’s Industry Talk on May 17: The next OSU Design Network’s Industry Talk is May 17 at 4:30 p.m. Jung Yoon, divisional vice president of accessories & footwear — production and sourcing at Michael Kors Inc., will share her career journey in design and production for global fashion brands and highlight her experience navigating trends in footwear and accessories. https://bit.ly/IndustryTalk0517.
NEW! SAVE THE DATE: OSU’s contracted travel agency, CTP (Corporate Travel Planners), will be conducting a virtual presentation and training via Zoom on May 25, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Link to the Zoom meeting will be provided closer to the event. Email inquiries to the Travel and Expense Office at: travel@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Gerontology conference: The 45th Annual OSU Gerontology Conference will take place on Friday, June 3 at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. Keynote speakers include New York Times reporter John Leland, who will present “Resilience in older adults: Lessons from the pandemic and beyond;” and Laughter On Call Founder Dani Klein Modisett, who will present “Shared Laugher for Self-Care and Connection.” Twenty breakout sessions on aging with resilience; continuing education credits available. To learn more and to register, visit https://osugero.org/.
Managing Worry and Anxiety: Worries are thoughts we have about the future that generate fear. They arrive in the form of a “what if?” and generate dire warnings about terrible consequences that await us. Unfortunately, these warnings we give ourselves are generally overblown and focused on hypothetical problems that probably won’t happen. This training will address how worry habits develop and methods of intervening with worry and anxiety. May 5, noon. Register here.
HMSC Research Seminar: On Thursday, May 5, at 3:30 p.m., Leigh Torres, Kim Bernard, Susanne Brander, Sarah Henkel and Lisa Hildebrand of the COZI team from OSU will be giving a seminar titled “Zoop to Poop: a collaborative effort to assess the caloric value and microparticle load in zooplankton prey of Oregon gray whales.” Attend in person at HMSC’s GVMSB Auditorium or online. Zoom link. Click here for more information.
Department of Botany & Plant Pathology Spring Seminar Series: “Giving the Trees Tongues: Using DNA From Wood to Help Solve Timber Poaching Crimes,” presented by Rich Cronn of the USDA Forest Service. May 5, 4 p.m., ALS 4001 and via Zoom. For complete schedule visit the BPP Seminar website.
PFLA Lunch and Learn: "Effective Email Communication," presented by Jeannine Cropley. Bring your best practices and lessons learned to this interactive, informal event. May 6, noon to 1 p.m. Join in person (Covell 139) or via Zoom.
WIC Workshop: Writing consultants are trained to support their peers across all majors through one-on-one conversations about the writer’s process and draft. On Friday, May 6 at 3 p.m. via Zoom, a panel of writing consultants will describe assignment features that writers often find confusing, as well as assignment features that help students understand their writing tasks. Register here.
Beavers SAVE Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention: We can all help prevent suicide. This workshop will provide the skills you need to effectively help or intervene with a friend or family member who is considering suicide. Open to all OSU community members. May 10, noon to 1:30 p.m. in MU 211 and May 17, noon to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom. Join at https://beav.es/wXR. Questions? Contact tess.websterhenry@oregonstate.edu.
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 workshops on Wednesdays that build on each other: May 11, 18, 25 and June 1, all from 3-4:30 p.m. Learn more and register here.
PFLA Zoom event: "Communication Stance," presented by Rachael Weber, assistant director, Office of International Services. This session will examine how communication stances affect success and impact. May 16, 1-2 p.m. For more information about the event and how to register, click here.
Core Curriculum for OSU Managers and Supervisors: The Core Curriculum for Managers and Supervisors is a training program for all OSU managers, supervisors, and lead workers. Learners will have a solid understanding about the principles and policies that apply to our employees; know how to navigate within the space of talent management activities and more. May 17-20, 8:15 a.m. to noon each day via Zoom. Learn more and register before May 13.
The Great Resignation: Four New Post-Pandemic Work Shifts. The pandemic changed how we work. What are the trends and which ones are likely to stay? Get expert advice and hear from alumni professionals at winning in life, Thursday, May 19, at 5:30 p.m. The OSU Alumni Association’s free interactive virtual webcast series is designed to help students and alumni build personal and professional skills for success in life, career and beyond. Register for free at ForOregonState.org/Winning.
Honors College Thesis Research Conference: Explore the diversity of Honors College research and engage with honors students on May 19-20. Come listen to students give lightning talks in LInC 228 on May 19, 4-5:30 p.m., and May 20, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A selection of students will display research posters in LInC hallways from 1-3 p.m. on May 20.
Changemakers: A Rising Tide Lifts All Ships, May 31 webcast. Join an inspiring and uplifting conversation with Tonga Hopoi, ’12, during the Changemakers live webcast on May 31 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. A leader who remains true to her cultural upbringing, Topoi will discuss the value of service and encourage those still finding their voices as leaders of change. Register: bit.ly/RisingTide22.
State of Black Affairs: The State of Black Affairs Summit will be held May 25 at the OSU Portland Center. This day-long summit will be an opportunity for faculty, administrators, advocates and community members from across Oregon to learn, network and discuss ideas facing Black professionals, staff and students in the state. In-person and virtual options are available. The event takes place from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost is $100 in-person, $75 virtual. To find out more, see https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/pcsbfsa/blacksummit.
NEW! Volunteers needed for the Great Move Out: Each year, OSU has the opportunity to offer students an easy way to donate the items they no longer need while moving out, redistributing those reusable goods to nonprofits in our community — usually over 10 tons. It takes the hard work of both OSU staff and volunteers to make this happen. The Great Move Out is sponsored by OSU Surplus Property, Campus Recycling, and University Housing & Dining Services. For more information, contact Andrea Norris of Campus Recycling at Andrea.Norris@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-5398. To volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040544a5a62d6-2022.
NEW! CFP: Humanities Research Clusters: The OSU Center for the Humanities invites proposals for 2022-2023 interdisciplinary research clusters. This program offers scholars with expertise in different fields the opportunity to explore a topic of shared interest in common and in depth. Deadline: Friday, June 3, 5 p.m. More information and application instructions are available here.
NEW! Recruiting participants for virtual reality study: We are seeking participants for a study evaluating the efficiency and usability of different navigation tools for exploring virtual cities in VR. You are eligible to participate if you are at least 18 years old, fluent in English, have normal or corrected-to-normal vision, and not suffering from epileptic seizures or other medical conditions related to digital screens. For more information please visit beav.es/wFb.
NEW! 35 Year Club inductees: Congratulations to David Williams, Helen P. Rumpel Professor for Cancer Prevention, for 35 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.
Monthly Emergency Preparedness Topic: Recreational Water Safety. Whether a tiny trickle of a creek, enough to cool your toes, or the vast expanses of beaches, water provides an exciting element to outdoor recreation. Even the most seasoned of water enthusiasts can be surprised by changing water conditions. Don’t let good times turn very bad because you didn’t follow some basic water safety guidelines. This month’s poster can be downloaded at: https://emergency.oregonstate.edu/emergency-management/preparedness-topics/recreational-water-safety.
Information about Fee-Funded Units: 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. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the ASOSU Student Fee Committee Chair at asosu.sfcchair@oregonstate.edu.
Upcoming OSHA Safety Break for Oregon: Managers and supervisors, please visit OSHA's website for information on OSHA’s Safety Break for Oregon, coming up on May 11. Oregon OSHA coordinates this one-day event, designed to raise awareness and promote the value of workplace safety and health. The event is flexible to meet an employer's needs, and health and safety activities are determined by individual employers. For ideas on how to participate, see the tools page.
Interim President Johnson to Meet with Faculty: Interim President Johnson and the Faculty Senate Executive Committee are continuing the longstanding tradition of 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. To register for the last session in AY2021-2022, which is scheduled for May 4 from 2-3:30 p.m., access the registration form at https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8wbi3tzlsYtenqe.
HRWGC Awards: The Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center invites nominations for annual awards. Nominations close on Sunday, May 8 and the Awards Celebration will be held on Friday, May 20 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Information about each award and the nomination process can found at: https://beav.es/ik7.
Apply now for an Affordable Learning Grant: OSU's Open Educational Resources Unit is accepting proposals for the Affordable Learning Grant through June 1. 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 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.
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.
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! Seeking Mentorship Coordinator and Peer Mentor undergrad intern to serve the New Beginnings for Tribal Students (NBTS) program May-September 2022. This remote position will help coordinate existing mentorships and serve as an advocate and peer mentor for other interns enrolled in NBTS. This paid position is sponsored by Sea Grant’s Community Engaged Internship program. More information and intern position description is here. The target start date for the position is May 16-20.
NEW! The OSU Foundation is hiring a full-time Editor for the Oregon Stater magazine. The magazine is published by the OSU Alumni Association three times a year and mailed to more than 185,000 households. The Editor leads the magazine’s strategy, planning and production and serves as the university’s unofficial alumni storyteller-in-chief. The Editor researches and writes short- and long-form pieces for each issue and assigns and edits the work of a cadre of content contributors. The work location for this position is Corvallis, Ore., and the successful candidate will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the first day of employment. Link to full job description and application: https://www.fororegonstate.org/about/jobs/career-opportunities?p=job%2FoGEojfwL.
NEW! The OSU Foundation is hiring a full-time Senior Coordinator for the OSUF Foundation Portland Office. Reporting to the Foundation’s Vice President, Donor Engagement and Chief Marketing Officer (VP), this position supports the Foundation’s fundraising and engagement mission by providing administrative support to the VP and direct assistance to fundraising and engagement activities, including legislative advocacy and Portland-area strategies to engage alumni, donors, and friends. Position is located in the OSU Foundation Portland, Oregon, office and the successful candidate will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the first day of employment. Link to full job description and application: https://www.fororegonstate.org/about/jobs/career-opportunities?p=job%2Fopdzjfwe.
NEW! The OSU Foundation is hiring a full-time Assistant Director of Development for Scholarships and Student Initiatives. Duties include: Working closely with assigned foundation and academic leadership to advance the philanthropic priorities of the college, raising $250,000-$500,000 dollars per year, conducting 120-140 face-to-face visits per year with potential donors, collaborating with college/university external relations colleagues to broaden and deepen the engagement of alumni, parents and friends, travel from Corvallis/Portland frequently, and performing related administrative duties. Position located in Corvallis, Oregon, and the successful candidate will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the first day of employment. Link to full job description and application: https://www.fororegonstate.org/about/jobs/career-opportunities?p=job%2FoLKfjfwN.
NEW! The OSU Foundation is hiring a full-time Assistant Director of Development of Foundation Relations. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Development, Foundation Relations, the Assistant Director of Development, Foundation Relations helps plan, develop, implement, and oversee the activities of the Foundation Relations program. This position is also responsible for a portfolio and will work collaboratively with other development directors on their portfolios, as well as provide other key services, including individual and team training, prospect research, work as a liaison with grant-making organizations, and report administration. Position located in Corvallis, Oregon, and the successful candidate will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the first day of employment. Link to full job description and application: https://www.fororegonstate.org/about/jobs/career-opportunities?p=job%2Fo2AhjfwW.
"I heard someone say once that many of us only seem able to find heaven by backing away from hell. And while the place that I've arrived at in my life may not precisely be everyone's idea of heavenly, I could swear sometimes — I hear angels sing." ~ Carrie Fisher
Corvallis: Partly sunny today, high of 72, low of 45. Rain tomorrow.
Central Oregon: Mostly sunny today, high of 77, low of 47. Showers likely Thursday.
Newport: Partly sunny today, high of 59, low of 46. Rain Thursday.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/.