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.
Researchers at Oregon State University are studying the physics of ember generation and transport to better predict which forest types in different conditions will generate firebrands and where they will rain down. (see also Bend Bulletin)
The Ornamental Plant Breeding Program at Oregon State University is attempting to create a better re-blooming lilac and make it more blight resistant. “We want a really good re-bloomer,” said Ryan Contreras, an associate professor of ornamental plant breeding at OSU.
In the basement of what used to be Oregon State University’s Poultry Building lies a scrappy little organization that is engaged in the battle against climate change. The Post Carbon Institute moved to Corvallis last June from Sonoma County, California. Asher Miller, the executive director, was looking for a new landscape for himself, his wife and two sons — and the institute.
Timber harvested illegally under fraudulent permits is undercutting conservation efforts in the Brazilian Amazon, new research by an international collaboration involving Oregon State University shows.
"Presently, numerous algal lineages, called clades, are lumped into just one genus," said John Parkinson, postdoctoral researcher, Oregon State University in the US. "Using genetic techniques, we provide evidence that the family actually comprises at least 15 genera, including hundreds and possibly thousands of species worldwide."
That's why teams from Canada, the United States, Poland and Bangladesh were in that part of southern Alberta over the weekend, testing their robotic rovers in a friendly competition. "It's sort of Mars-y, I guess," said Ben Davidson, from the Oregon State University contingent. "A little more vegetation than Mars would have, I guess."
But as researchers spend more time investigating the Southern Ocean around Antarctica, they’re realizing its key role in driving the climate, says Jianghui Du, an oceanography doctoral candidate at Oregon State University and lead author of the study. Half to two-thirds of the oceans’ global volume is controlled by processes in the Southern Ocean, he says.
Aaron Wolf, a professor at Oregon State University, has spent most of the last three decades compiling evidence that undermines conventional wisdom: Yes, water causes conflict, especially when two or more countries share it, and especially when it’s running out—but in the majority of cases, conflicts can be mitigated or resolved through mediation and cooperation.
A recently published study by scientists from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and Oregon State University has confirmed that efforts to protect migrating pronghorn by installing wildlife crossing structures over highways have succeeded, in terms of the increased success rate of pronghorn crossings over time.
Todd Jarvis, director of the Institute for Water and Watersheds at Oregon State University, agrees that amendments to such compacts are not unusual and even to be expected. He cites the Colorado River Compact, which dates from the 1920s. That agreement, he says, was signed during a period of abundant water. With the region now under siege by drought, some experts are looking to alter how the compact apportions available water.
A “flushing” within the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean that was ramped up by water circulation patterns around Antarctica caused the release of carbon dioxide from the ocean into the atmosphere at the end of the last Ice Age that’s long stumped researchers, according to new research from Oregon State University.
The cropping systems and watershed management extension position is funded through the special taxing district which raises money to support Oregon State University staff and programs at the Malheur County Extension Office and the Malheur Experiment Station.
The Oregon State University College of Pharmacy led students through its “Mr. Yuk” outreach program. “Years ago, we did poison control and then it kinda disappeared and now they came back this year,” Woosley said in reference to the College of Pharmacy’s program. “So that was a really good presentation for those kids.”
Christian Hagen, a professor of ecology at Oregon State University, said a limited budget for conservation creates tough choices. “Are we better off … trying to make these permanent easements on these small, but ... important properties?” said Hagen, referring to Walker’s conservation banking model. “Or should we be really trying to focus our efforts on maximizing quality over a much broader landscape?”
Research finds that recess can help not only students’ physical health, but also improve their social skills and even their ability to learn. But not all recess is created equal, William Massey, an assistant professor of health and human sciences at Oregon State University, says.
The study, published in the journal Forest Ecology and Management, presents a “droughty” soil index model that can aid land management activities that enhance forest health and productivity, said study lead author Chris Ringo, a senior faculty research assistant at Oregon State University.
“All work was made at the Hatfield Marine Science Center, where I am an artist-in-residence. The work examines and questions knowledge production by using classic and modern scientific instruments/tools as the foundation for each piece. Materials and videos came from the (Science Center), the Marine & Geology Repository, and the Ocean Observing Center.”
When Oregon State University went to pick the new director of its Malheur Experiment Station, it chose someone already well-known in the agriculture and research community.
Large cheesemakers have processing facilities that can convert whey into value-added ingredients like whey protein powder. But the smaller cheesemakers don’t produce enough to have access to those markets, says Lisbeth Goddik, a professor of food science and technology at Oregon State University. “Over the last 15 years we’ve gotten more and more of those artisan cheesemakers and they’ve been left with few options.”
It is fitting then that YInMn blue—the pigment discovered in 2009 by Oregon State University chemist Mas Subramanian—has become a part of new beginnings in northeastern Japan that was rocked by the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. (see also News.ORF.at)
Derrickson and Jordan Ortega, both interns at Oregon State University, are spending the summer tracking 2-year-old Lost River and shortnose suckers. As part of a pilot project, their mission is to determine where the young fish hang out, and more importantly, if they are surviving.
You’ll never forget your first Oregon State University football game. Beaver Football is not necessarily about winning, but it is about making each game day memorable. Whether you’re new to OSU, a student trying to fit in with collegiate athletes, or just someone who’s wondering what that game day hype is all about, you’ve come to the right place. This is your essential guide to Oregon State football.
First place was awarded to Oregon State University Club Rover Club with 287.08 points.
Oregon State University’s Melanie Link-Pérez has been awarded the highest honor for excellence in teaching by the American Society of Plant Taxonomists.
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has awarded a Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) in the amount of $74,779 to Oregon State University (OSU) to promote the establishment of native plant communities on working agricultural lands.
STEM and integrative biology honors.
The Oregon State University Small Farms Program hosted the first mechanical cultivation field day Thursday at the university’s vegetable research farm in Corvallis.
NEW! Dixon Recreation Center Temporary Closure: The Dixon Recreation Center will be temporarily closed from Aug. 20 - Sept. 3, for annual maintenance and facility improvements. Visit the Rec Sports annual maintenance website to learn about this closure, alternative facility hours and programs such as the DAM Fit teaser on Aug. 20, Aug. 22 and Aug. 24 that is free for Rec Sports members.
NEW! Sagers Farewell Reception today: In recognition for her service at OSU, President Ray invites you to a farewell reception for Cynthia Sagers, vice president for Research, on Monday, Aug. 20 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Reser Stadium Founder’s Loge. Program begins at 10:45 a.m. Express your well wishes and send a farewell message to Sagers. For questions, contact University Events at events@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-4717.
ABC+D of Medicare: Medicare choices? Part D? Medigap? Medicare Advantage? Designed for people 63 and older. Presented by Kyle King, CPRC®, APMA®, Associate Financial Advisor, CFS*. Aug. 21, noon, MU 212 RSVP to investmentseminars@mapscu.com
Basics of Fermentation: Lane County Master Food Preservers will offer a class to help you learn the basics of fermentation including pickles, sauerkraut, kim chi and kombucha. Learn what equipment will be needed and how to use it. Tuesday, Aug. 21; 5:30-8 p.m. Workshop is held at the Community of Christ Church, 1485 Gilham Road, Eugene. Cost $35 Register
OSU-Cascades Science Pub: At Oregon State University – Cascades’ next Science Pub, OSU College of Pharmacy researcher Jane Ishmael will present “Marijuana as Medicine,” an exploration of trends in marijuana use and recent progress in understanding how cannabinoids act on the body. The Science Pub will take place on Aug. 21 in Father Luke’s Room at McMenamins Old St. Francis in Bend. Science Pubs take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Free but reservations are required. Register by 5 p.m. the day prior to each Science Pub at www.osucascades.edu/sciencepubs.
NEW! OSUsed Store Clearance: The OSUsed Store is open for its weekly public sales Tuesday 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Friday noon to 3 p.m. at 644 S.W. 13th. Specially marked merchandise will be 75 percent off this week. Personal purchases must be made during public sales, but departments may shop on most weekdays; learn more on our website.
NEW! Common Terminology Confusion for CORE Webinar : Have you ever wondered about the difference between admitted and enrolled? This webinar will look at how data terms cause confusion and ways to explore data terminology. Aug. 22, 2-2:30 p.m. Register: http://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2nQIhusHwNMO5QV. Questions? Contact Logan Bingle.
NEW! Art about Agriculture Curator: The College of Agricultural Sciences invites you to attend open sessions for the four candidates for the directing curator, Art About Agriculture Program position: Karin Clarke, Aug. 23; Owen Premier, Aug. 24; Stephanie Bacon, Aug. 27; and Ann Sinfield, Aug. 29. All sessions will take place 10:10-11 a.m. in Strand Ag 148.
NEW! EcoInformatics Summer Institute Symposium: REU students in the EISI program (https://agsci.oregonstate.edu/eisi) will present their final summer projects based on field work and modeling of plant-pollinator networks and stream networks in the HJ Andrews Forest. Presentations will be from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23 in the Kelley Engineering Center room 1001.
NEW! OSUsed Store Clearance: The OSUsed Store is open for its weekly public sales Tuesday 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Friday noon to 3 p.m. at 644 S.W. 13th. Specially marked merchandise will be 75 percent off this week. Personal purchases must be made during public sales, but departments may shop on most weekdays; learn more on our website.
Meat Center: The Clark Meat Science Center retail store will be open Friday noon to 5:30 p.m. Products include fresh and cooked/smoked sausages, bacon, retail cuts, jerky, snack sticks, and Beaver Classic cheese. The store is located at 3260 S.W. Campus Way, next to the Motor Pool. E-mail Nathan.Parker@oregonstate.edu for any questions regarding the store.
Beaver Classic Cheese Sales: Come purchase your favorite Beaver Classic Cheeses at the Corvallis Farmer’s Market, Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Taste our 10 different varieties including our award-winning smoked cheddar. We have cheddars, Swiss and provolones. Look for announcements in the weekly summer edition of OSU Today for occasional on campus sales this summer. For more information robin.frojen@oregonstate.edu
SAVE THE DATE! University Day: University Day takes place Tuesday, Sept. 11. Michelle Kuo, author of “Reading with Patrick,” a true story of race, inequality and the power of literature, will give the keynote at 10:30 a.m. in The LaSells Stewart Center and will follow a 9:30 a.m. welcome reception for all university employees. Following this keynote presentation, a noon complimentary lunch takes place on 26th Street outside the LaSells Stewart Center followed by the University Day Expo in the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. For more information: University Day 2018 website.
Dean Thomas Maness: A Celebration of His Life and Career: On Tuesday, Sept. 18, the College of Forestry invites all to celebrate the life and achievements of Dean Thomas Maness who died on July 12. Colleagues say Maness was a visionary, as well as a wonderful leader and friend. All are welcome to join us, RSVP in advance here: http://www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/thomas-maness-celebration-life.
Beaver Community Fair: Registration open. Annually the "Beaver Community Fair" draws together the OSU and greater Corvallis communities to celebrate the start of the academic year. This year’s fair will take place on Thursday, Sept. 20, from noon to 4 p.m, in the Memorial Union Quad/SEC Plaza. Additional information, including link to registration is available online at https://sli.oregonstate.edu/bcf. Registration closes on Sept. 13.
Volunteer opportunity: Volunteers are requested to canvas Corvallis neighborhoods to welcome students to the community. The canvassing takes place Sept. 23, 1-3 p.m. Volunteers check-in at Grace Lutheran Church (@ Kings & Harrison), canvas in pairs, and receive canvassing assignments, script and materials to distribute to resident in a nearby neighborhood, [click here] Alternatively, you can pick up door hangers to distribute in your neighborhood at your convenience ( [click here]
NEW! Marketing Course on Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM): Optimize your website and ads to outperform the competition and drive traffic to your site. Find out how here. Online course begins Aug. 27.
NEW! Data-driven Decision Making in HR: This online course will teach you strategies to manage decision-making with effective data mining and reporting. Topics covered include strategic reporting, storytelling through data and tactical analytics-driven strategy. Click here to find out more. Course starts Aug. 27.
NEW! Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) 101 Info Session for Faculty/Staff: The Center for Fraternity & Sorority Life will host an FSL 101 presentation on Tuesday, Aug. 28 at 3 p.m. in the MU Horizon room. During the presentation, five student leaders from each of the councils (Interfraternity Council (IFC), Collective Greek Council (CGC), Unified Greek Council (UGC), Panhellenic Council (PHC), National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)) will provide an overview of the fraternity/sorority community, the six core values that our chapters share, and describe the joining processes for students. This is a great opportunity for anyone who has ever had questions about FSL or wants to learn more about student experiences in our community. For more information visit oregonstate.edu/cfsl or email cfsl@oregonstate.edu
NEW! PERS: Tiers 1 & 2 Simplified. What role will PERS play in your retirement plan? Understand how your PERS retirement works and explore the various choices, advantages/disadvantages you will need to consider when you decide to retire. Designed for people within five years of retirement. Sept. 6, noon to 1 p.m., MU 212. Presented by Barbara Koontz, financial advisor (not an OSU employee), CFS*. RSVP to Investmentseminars@mapscu.com
NEW! Trauma Informed Care Training: Serving Unhoused People & Sustaining Our Natural Areas: There is a demonstrable need to cultivate sensitivity and connect with other resource providers to develop flexible and adaptive approaches that support both unhoused people and natural areas. Join this conversation at a workshop on Oct. 10 at the CH2M Hill Alumni. Cost: $10 (scholarships available by request). Contact Elsa.Curtis@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-1346 for scholarship questions or accommodations requests. Register now: bit.ly/unhoused2018
Monthly Emergency Preparedness training: OSU’s Office of Emergency Preparedness monthly training topic for August is evacuations. The training is Wednesday Aug. 15, in Cascade Hall 141, from 1-2 p.m. The training is open to all who wish to attend. More information about upcoming trainings at emergency.oregonstate.edu/training.
Using Parameters in CORE Webinar: Institutional Analytics and Reporting (IAR) will provide an introduction to using parameters in CORE reports. Aug. 15, 2-2:30 p.m. Register to attend: http://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0O4NnQBlEpSOyNv. Questions? Contact Logan Bingle
Government Contracting Online Course: Investigate case studies in order to understand the basic principles of law that affect government contracting and the ethical considerations this entails. Click here to register today. Register through Aug. 20.
Lean Six Sigma Tools and Techniques Workshop: Increase your ability to recognize waste within a process, develop a customer-driven pull system, and increase efficiency in your process timeline with lean six sigma tools. Click here to find out more. Online course begins Aug. 20.
Social Security: 7 Keys to Enhancing Benefits: How big a role will Social Security play in your overall retirement plan? Designed for people 60 and older. Presented by Kyle King CRPC®, APMA®, Associate Financial Advisor,CFS*. Aug. 30, noon, MU 212. RSVP to Investmentseminars@mapscu.com
Communities, Food, Resilience: College of Agricultural Sciences and Extension Service are hosting an event on the role food systems, community food resilience, and OSU play in thriving communities. Sept. 5, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Portland. No charge for the event (space is limited). Register today. For more information on the event, speakers, and livestream locations, visit the event website.
NEW! Update from Student Leadership & Involvement: The Student Sustainability Initiative (SSI) merged with the Center for Civic Engagement (CCE). This is a result of the two units being part of Student Leadership & Involvement, sharing similar goals and missions, and sharing physical office space in the Student Experience Center Suite 206. Moving forward, CCE is a unit focused on utilizing civic engagement and community-engaged learning as the tool and strategy for students to work towards a more just, sustainable world and develop their leadership capacity to create positive change. SSI’s most impactful and successful programs will continue under the CCE umbrella; this includes Growing Food Security, Waste Watchers, EcoReps, and Adopt-A-Bottle. You can find a listing of our large events and programs on the CCE website and read a summary of the unit on the About Us page.
NEW! Toy donation:The Family Resource Center’s annual Joy Drive, a long-standing initiative helping students provide gifts for their children during the winter holiday season, is changing this year. In creating an inclusive student support program that reaches the greatest number of students with children, we are opening a year round gift closet so student parent families may “shop” for any holiday, or even their child’s birthday. Our Joy Drive is now our Kid’s Gift Closet; spreading the joy throughout the year. We need your help to stock our closet. To find out more about how you can donate gifts, contact erika.woosley@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-4906.
NEW! Fall 2018 Move-in Advertising in UHDS Halls: UHDS Fall Move-in Promotion Opportunities are available for OSU-affiliated departments, student groups, and organizations. To participate, your organization must follow the procedure listed under the “Fall 2018 Move-In Advertising” heading at https://uhds.oregonstate.edu/advertising-and-promotion-uhds-residence-halls#movein. Deadline for required pre-approval is Sept. 6. Deadline for approved materials to be delivered to UHDS is Sept. 7. Contact dave.warneking@oregonstate.edu with any questions.
NEW! Assessment librarian works on funded research project to study what students think about how their library data is used: M. Brooke Robertshaw, Ph.D., of OSU Libraries is one of seven researchers from multiple universities that have received a grant of $514,000. Little research has addressed learning analytics and student privacy issues from a student perspective, and this fully-funded research project can fill the knowledge gap. The grant runs from May 2018 to April 2021.
LGBTQIA+ resources sought: This fall, a new living community for LGBTQIA+ students will open at Oregon State University. As part of the planning process, students asked for identity development resources and to connect with LGBTQIA+ professionals. We are composing a resource library of books and other materials that would be helpful to new and incoming students of the Pride community. We are especially looking for materials that might have been impactful to you. We are looking for recommendations, donations, and connections for students. For more information, visit uhds.link/pridelibrary
Training Days call for presentations: Would your unit like to share innovations, policies, procedures, systems implementation, or other topic relevant to OSU employees? OSU Training Days 2018 will be held Nov. 6 and 7 on the OSU campus for up to 84 mini workshops for employees. Visit the Training Days website for presenter information, submission form and FAQs. Presentations are to be submitted by Sept. 14. Contact Leigh Larkin at 541-737-3207 or email for questions.
Mid-Monthly Emergency Preparedness Topic – Water in Disasters. Humans are made up of 65 percent water and need water after three days or we will perish. Water flows through the blood, carrying oxygen and nutrients to cells and flushing wastes out of our bodies. It cushions our joints and soft tissues. Without water as a routine part of our intake, we cannot digest or absorb food. This month’s poster can be downloaded http://emergency.oregonstate.edu/files/EP-Bulletin/08-15%20%20Water%20in%20Disasters.pdf
Health & Safety: The University Health & Safety Committee wants to promote health and safety, by providing the following link from SAIF on regards to hydration https://saif.adobeconnect.com/twhhydration/. Did you know that 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.
Campus Directions: Learn more from University Facilities, Infrastructure and Operations about how Oregon State's campuses are improving every day. Read the latest issue of Campus Directions to learn more about the new Marine and Geology core repository, how Landscape Services collaborates to build better bioswales and more. Interested in keeping up with projects on campus? Subscribe to our monthly newsletter.
BennyBuy Training: The BennyBuy (eProcurement) team will be offering Shopper/Requestor and Approver trainings through the end of September. See the professional development site at http://oregonstate.edu/training/course_list.php?cat_id=31 under the category Business Affairs training. Classes are titled Benny Buy Shopper/Requestor and BennyBuy Approver training. Registration is required. These sessions are for all units / departments and not department specific. They will focus on the shopper/requestor experience and the approver experience. If you would like us to give a presentation and training for your unit, contact Diana Lindsley to discuss your needs.
Monthly Emergency Preparedness Topic – Waste in Disaster: Natural and man-made disasters such as floods, hurricanes, or warfare that flood the sewer system can cause additional personal and community disasters. You may be unable to flush the toilets or run water for weeks or even months. Failure to properly dispose of human waste can lead to epidemics. This month’s poster can be downloaded at http://emergency.oregonstate.edu/files/EP-Bulletin/08-01%20Waste.pdf
EPA building renovation: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s research laboratory facility in Corvallis is undergoing a renovation. The office at S.W. 35th Street was built in 1965 and needs modernization. Staff at the Goodnight Avenue location will be moved into the updated building. Work is expected to continue over the next few years. Despite the fencing, the office remains open to the public. The lobby has been relocated to the rear wing of the main building. Follow signs from the visitor parking lot to access the lobby. EPA’s office in Newport will remain operational and open to the public throughout the renovations in Corvallis.
University Day Expo Registration is now open: On Tuesday, Sept. 11, from noon to 2 p.m., showcase the work and opportunities provided by units at OSU, to fellow staff and faculty. Deadline to register is Friday, Aug. 24. This year's theme is OSU150. Ideas range from highlighting what your department, college or unit has accomplished in the last 150 years, highlight where you're headed or how your services and programs will continue to help OSU achieve it's mission in the next 150 years. Or, donate an OSU150-themed gift basket for the main session prize drawing. Register today. For more info, contact Mealoha McFadden, Mealoha.mcfadden@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-6522.
Volunteers needed: Volunteers needed for OSU Fall 2018 Move-in. Join OSU and UHDS as a volunteer to welcome thousands of new residents on Sunday, Sept. 16, as they move into their OSU residence halls. Volunteering as an individual: http://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bJmy0uL3eUmoruB. Volunteering your group/organization: http://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cHfQCJWfFFZBTq5. The deadline to sign up as a volunteer is Friday, Aug. 31.
Welcome Week 2018 Submissions Open: Sept.16-23, 2018, is Welcome Week, a time to celebrate and welcome our new and returning students to campus. An outline of events can be found at http://welcome.oregonstate.edu/schedule. A more complete schedule will be available in late August/early September. If you are interested in offering an event during Welcome Week you can submit events online at: http://welcome.oregonstate.edu/submitting-events.
30th Street: Traffic detour from northbound 30th St. from Washington Way to Campus Way. After southbound 30th Street opens on Aug.17, we will begin work on the northbound lane from Aug. 20- Sept. 7. See attached detour map. Detour signs will be in place.
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NEW! Head Academic Advisor – College of Education invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Head Academic Advisor position. Posting #P02394UF. Closes Aug. 26.
NEW! Development Engineer – Department of Chemistry invites applications for a part-time (.49 FTE), 12-month, Development Engineer position. Posting #P01719CT. Closes Sept. 1.
NEW! Executive Support Specialist 2 – School of Public Policy invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Executive Support Specialist 2. Posting #P01716CT. Close Sept. 4.
NEW! Assistant Professor – Department of Chemistry invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 9-month, Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Physical Chemistry. Posting #P02408UF. Full Consideration Nov. 15, 2018. Closes June 30, 2019.
NEW! Assistant Professor – Department of Chemistry invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 9-month, Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Broad Chemistry. Posting #P02407UF. Full Consideration Nov. 15, 2018. Closes June 30, 2019.
OSU150 fun fact: Oregon State oceanographers have helped the West Coast oyster industry adapt to increasing ocean acidification, implementing a seawater monitoring and treatment system to stabilize the pH level in a hatchery’s tanks.
Corvallis: Sunny and hazy, with highs in the 90s at the beginning of the week, dropping into the 80s. Lows will stay in the 50s.
Central Oregon: Hazy and sunny all week with highs in the 80s and lows in the 50s.
Newport: Mostly sunny this week with highs in the upper 60s and lows in the 50s.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/