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COVID-19 website: To facilitate the ongoing sharing of information about the virus, Oregon State University has added a link on the OSU homepage to a page that provides detailed and up-to-date COVID-19 information; links to OSU, local, state and federal resources; and updates on the latest federal travel restrictions.
TRACE OSU testing: OSU is providing random COVID-19 TRACE OSU testing by invitation for students, faculty and staff Monday-Thursday weekly on the Corvallis campus and Monday-Thursday every other week on the OSU-Cascades campuses and at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport. Free parking will be provided to those working remotely to come to the Corvallis campus for testing. Testing will continue throughout fall term. Here is a link to enroll. For additional information: https://trace.oregonstate.edu/osu
NEW! Timely Teaching Tips: Cyndi Kernahan, author of "Teaching About Race and Racism in the College Classroom" will discuss her book with CTL's “Are You IN(clusive)? Read, Reflect, Reform" group at 11:30 a.m., Friday, Nov. 20. This will be followed by a group discussion of Beverly Daniel Tatum's "Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria." Register now.
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. Content appearing includes timely news and feature stories from broadcast, print and online sources. Occasionally, opinion pieces and first-person columns appearing in mainstream media outlets that are written by faculty members and pertain to their academic or professional expertise may be included based on their unique, informative value, timeliness and space constraints. It is not the policy of OSU Today to include Letters to the Editor.
Oregon State University says it will attempt to test its entire student body for COVID-19 before they head home for the Thanksgiving holiday. (See also KMTR, KVAL)
Darius Northern drove 45 hours from Tennessee to study horticulture at Oregon State University. He wanted to make gardening cool so people would grow healthy food.
Two Oregon State University researchers have discovered a microscopic soil-dwelling nematode on the Corvallis campus that could be an important tool against invasive slugs that cause billions of dollars a year in agricultural damage worldwide.
Redmond is at 143% of average for the water year, which started Oct. 1, and Bend is 144%, according to data from Larry O’Neill, an associate professor at Oregon State University’s College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences.
“It looks to me like the Democrats performed almost exactly as expected but not quite up to their hopes," said Christopher McKnight Nichols, an associate professor at Oregon State University’s School of History, Philosophy, and Religion. “Republicans held just enough seats to not become functionally irrelevant in Salem.”
Housed in a rather nondescript white building off the Lewiston Highway is a place where residents of Wallowa County can get items they can’t get anywhere else in the county — the Oregon State University Extension Service.
TRACE OSU: All OSU students living in the Corvallis, Bend and Newport areas are invited to be tested beginning Monday, Nov. 16, through Thursday, Nov. 19, and do not need to be enrolled in TRACE OSU to participate. Testing results are expected to be available to students within 72 hours and by Tuesday, Nov. 24, at the latest. John Morris, senior instructor with the College of Business, says, “I joined Trace OSU to be an active part of fighting COVID in my community.” https://trace.oregonstate.edu/osu
DFA Risk Appetite and Risk Assessment Tools: Train the Trainer: Insurance and Risk Management Services will facilitate a workshop for unit leaders and supervisors to provide exposure to the DFA Risk Appetite Statements and Risk Assessment Tools. Attendees will gain hands-on practice and develop the skills necessary to assist other employees in understanding and incorporating the DFA Risk Appetite Statements and Risk Assessment Tools into their work. Zoom session Nov. 17, 9-10:30 a.m. Registration required
CTL Tuesday Teaching + Tech Talks: UDL: Providing Multiple Means of Action & Expression and Academic integrity: Weiwei Zhang, Learning Systems Product Manager, AT; and Ashlee Foster, Instructional Design Specialist, Ecampus. Worried you can’t move beyond quizzes and exams? This talk identifies key elements in assessment design that eliminate barriers and biases to improve students’ learning and ensure academic integrity even in a virtual learning environment. Live session Tuesday, Nov. 17, 10-11:50 a.m. https://oregonstate.zoom.us/my/ctl.t4 Password: CTL Recordings of each session will be available the following Friday (beav.es/CTLT4) Handouts, materials and resources: beav.es/BOXT4
The Psychology Behind Saving Monday and Other Good Financial Habits: Beyond Benefits EAP webinar. Most people can honestly say they believe it’s important to spend within their means and to save money for the future. Unfortunately, good intentions are often at odds with how our mind works. For example, many people want to save for the future but have no motivation because they have not imagined that future. This course addresses the psychology behind saving money and adopting good financial habits. It will examine recent research related to how and why people save vs. spend and identify strategies for participants to change their financial mindset and develop new habits. Nov. 17, 11 a.m. to noon. Register Here
Home buying workshop: OSU employees who are interested in learning more about home buying and financing can attend a special workshop with Advantage Home Plus on Nov. 17 at noon. Register here. The workshop will cover: benefits and risks of owning a home, how to qualify for home financing, down payment assistance and other loan programs, how to improve your credit score and how interest rates can impact purchasing power. To learn more about this benefit in general go to the Employee Benefits website here.
Webcast discussion post 2020 election: Writer, researcher and past-government appointee David Bernell of the OSU Political Science Program leads an informative discussion, The 2020 Elections: What happened and why?, Tuesday, Nov. 17, noon to 1 p.m. PST via Zoom, presented by the OSU Alumni Association and College of Liberal Arts. Consider the issues that influenced the results and preview America’s political future. Participants can submit questions when registering.
People and Nature Lunch Series: Ashley Lowe (Applied Economics) presents “The Instagram Effect: Is social media changing our demand for public land?” The lecture is free and open to all. To join the meeting, register at https://peopleandnatureosu.weebly.com/fall-2020.html. Tuesday, Nov. 17, from noon to 12:50 p.m. Sponsored by the Department of Fisheries & Wildlife’s Human Dimensions Lab.
The 2020 Elections: What happened and why? You listened to the debates. You researched the issues. You performed your civic duty. Now it’s time to take perspective with a look back at the 2020 election and a look ahead to the future of politics in America. Join an informative post-election discussion with writer, researcher and past government appointee David Bernell, associate professor of political science. Because a well-informed electorate is a prerequisite for democracy. Have a post-election question? Submit it when you register. Tuesday, Nov. 17, noon. Register with Zoom
Blending Your Teaching with Instructional Media Workshops: Harness the power of instructional media. Discover ways to create media and learn effective practices for remote and blended teaching. CTL and Academic Technology invite instructors and GTAs to a one-hour workshop: Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 2 p.m., or Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 10 a.m. Info: Faculty Media Center. Register: https://beav.es/oRc
Procurement Virtual Training Classes: Procurement is offering three virtual training classes the week of Nov. 16. These Zoom sessions will be presented as follows: Procurement Standards and Resources, Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 3-4 p.m.; Informal Procurements, Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m. to noon; and Federal Purchases Under Uniform Guidance, Friday, Nov. 20, from 10-11 a.m. For more information and to register for the sessions, please visit https://fa.oregonstate.edu/pacs/training-support under Self-Directed Trainings and Virtual Trainings.
Candidate open forums for AVP for Public Safety and Chief of Police: Students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in open forums for the two finalists. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions. Candidate B will be presenting on Nov. 17 from 3-3:50 p.m. https://oregonstate.zoom.us/j/99721091469. Candidate names and bios will be available one day prior to the open forums here.
NEW! Life and career strategies virtual event: A panel of alumni and students reveals how to reach a network of 200,000+ alumni for support and advice in all stages of life at “OSU Now and Forever,” Thursday, Nov. 19, from noon to 1 p.m. Students and alumni can register for free. This event is part of Winning in Life After College, presented by the OSU Alumni Association in partnership with the Career Development Center. osualum.com/winning
NEW! NROTC Beaver Heroes Blood Drive is asking for support from the OSU community to donate blood. It is being held off-campus at the First Presbyterian Church of Corvallis on Nov. 19 from 1-6 p.m. When you donate blood you will be tested for COVID-19 and social distancing and screening will be involved. The drive still has many slots available and they are in great need of donations. Please use this link to sign up for the blood drive; it only takes a couple of seconds but will help so many people.
NEW! Multiracial Connect: Come build community, learn about campus resources and mingle with other Multiracial students and staff at OSU. At this program you will also learn about the upcoming Multiracial Aikido retreat. Multiracial, mixed heritage, multiethnic and transracial adoptee students welcome to join. Thursday, Nov. 19 from 7-8 p.m. on Remo. For accommodations related to disability, please email Brittany Griffin at brittany.griffin@oregonstate.edu.
Fall Career Days: Student registration is now open. Oregon State University Fall Career Days are going all virtual, using Handshake. Click the fair link below to register and sign up for 1:1 and group info sessions with employers like Fast Enterprises, Lucid, Avalon, Lease Crutcher Lewis and many more. Nov. 18: Forestry Career Fair. As you prepare for the fair, it’s important that you register for employer sessions in advance. You can only attend sessions you registered for. Check out this article to learn how to register.
Community Dialogue: How does real change come from protests? Community Dialogues are a series which seeks to cultivate connection and deep learning through the exploration of critical and continuous issues. Nov. 18, 4-5:30 p.m, held on Zoom. Learn more and register to get Zoom details; space is limited. Presented by Community Engagement & Leadership, the Office of Institutional Diversity and University Housing & Dining Services. For more information or accommodations for disabilities, contact 541-737-3041 or cel@oregonstate.edu.
U.S. 20 Safety Upgrades (Albany to Corvallis) Online Open House: ODOT is holding an online open house from Oct. 19-Nov. 15 to share information and gather comments from the public regarding safety improvements along U.S. 20 between North Albany and Corvallis. A U.S. 20 Highway Safety Study recommended a variety of safety improvements along this corridor, which ODOT is planning to construct in phases. More information can be found at the U.S. 20 Safety Upgrades project page.
Corvallis-OSU Symphony Webcast: Excerpts from Antonín Dvořák’s Serenade for Strings, Op. 22, Edvard Grieg's "Holberg Suite" Op. 40, W.A. Mozart's Adagio and Fugue in c minor, KV. 546 and Serenade for Strings, Op. 13, KV. 525 "Eine kleine Nachtmusik." Sunday, Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. Free. Visit mu.oregonstate.edu/live to view the webcast, which is being pre-recorded from the SEC Plaza and the LaSells Stewart Center on Nov. 15 and 16.
NEW! Biochemistry and Biophysics Research Seminar: Hong Liu, assistant professor, Tulane School of Medicine, Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology will speak on “Mechanisms Controlling Stable Kinetochore-Microtubule Interactions during Mitosis.” Virtual research seminar Nov. 18, 3 p.m. Please email Weihong Qiu at weihong.qiu@physics.oregonstate.edu, or Tony Reyna at tony.reyna@oregonstate.edu for Zoom information.
NEW! Measuring Student Learning Outcomes Across Courses: Cross-course rubrics allow undergraduate programs to highlight student learning in multiple courses using one assessment tool. Some programs assess an SLO in different courses across their program, some in different classes of the same course and some in different courses each year. Creating a cross-course rubric can provide more standardized results and enable easier data analysis. Join APA for a Zoom workshop on building a cross-course rubric Thursday, Nov. 19, 10-11 a.m. Sign up via Qualtrics here. (https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_094urRvvERuggXH)
NEW! Ph.D. Defense – Sustainable Forest Management: Martín Uranga will present his dissertation, “Modeling Tree Size Distribution in Young Douglas-fir Plantations to Facilitate Tree List Generation for Growth Model Initiation at Different Ages and under Differing Silvicultural Regimes,” on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. Martín is earning his Ph.D. degree under major professor, Doug Maguire, in the Department of Foresting Engineering, Resources and Management. RSVP for Zoom details.
NEW! University Budget Conversation: The Office of Budget and Resource Planning will hold another University Budget Conversation via Zoom Nov. 19 from noon to 1 p.m. This week’s topic is on State Funding. The Budget Conversation sessions are limited to 60 minutes with the initial 15-20 minutes spent on presentation of the topic, leaving time for discussion and Q&A. To register for this webinar click here. More information about University Budget Conversations is located on the Office of Budget and Resource Planning website. If you have questions, please contact Sherm Bloomer for more information.
NEW! Introduction to Retirement PERS Tier 1 & Tier 2 Webinar: Thursday, Nov. 19, from 5-8:45 p.m. PERS online webinar geared toward faculty and staff who are PERS Tier 1 and Tier 2 members planning to retire in more than three years. Topics covered: Individual Account Program, regular and variable accounts, retirement benefit information and work after retirement limitations. To register, visit the PERS website here. Questions? Contact Retirement@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Milk digestion seminar: CPHHS Assistant Professor David Dallas, Ph.D., will present “Understanding human and bovine milk digestion,” co-sponsored by CPHHS Nutrition Program. The seminar will be presented via Zoom Friday, Nov. 20, 1-2 p.m. Find details at https://health.oregonstate.edu/seminars.
NEW! Discovering Insights for Improvement with Journey Mapping: Journey maps are a helpful tool to understand and improve the experiences of people who interact with our offices and services. During this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to create journey maps and user personas, and then apply these techniques to your work. Whether you work with students, faculty, community members, or others, join us for a hands-on learning experience and leave with templates and additional resources. Part of the Fall 2020 FYI Friday series, Nov. 20, 9-10:30 a.m. via Zoom. Registration required.
NEW! Get to know Zoom with Media Services: Join Media Services for bimonthly workshops focusing on best practices when using Zoom for hosting events/workshops. Short presentations on Zoom Topics will be followed by Q&A with the presenters. All workshop presentations will be recorded and available within a week for those unable to attend. This week, we will start with the advanced settings, review security settings, when to use a passcode, and if participants/attendees need to authenticate before joining. Register here for Friday, Nov. 20, from 2-3 p.m.
Bioinformatics Users Group (BUG): “Tips and tricks to up your game on the CGRB infrastructure, i.e., What you don't know you didn't know.” CGRB Analysts (Center for Genome Research & Biocomputing), Wednesday, Nov. 18, noon via Zoom. Register here. BUG consists of life scientists, bioinformaticians, computer scientists, mathematicians, engineers, statisticians and researchers of all types who meet to discuss topics related to these fields of study. Meetings are generally informal, consisting of discussions, interactive talks, or short workshops. All are welcome. No experience needed to participate. For additional information, see https://cgrb.oregonstate.edu/bug
Investment webinars: The Maps Credit Union CFS investment team is conducting a Weekly Webinar Series on a variety of investment topics that include current market updates. This is one way to educate yourself without leaving the comfort and safety of your own home. Wednesday, Nov. 18, noon, PERS and Retirement Planning (Tier 1 & 2); Wednesday, Nov. 18, 3 p.m., Long Term Care Solutions; Thursday, Nov. 19, noon, Investing With Social Responsibility. These are not OSU events but are tailored to OSU clients and during normal circumstances are held on campus. There is no charge.
Women Talk Money – Conversations with Fidelity and Friends: Weekly on Wednesdays now through March 2021, noon. To help you with your top money questions and the impact of COVID-19 on our lives and finances, this online Fidelity event gives you the opportunity to ask questions to the panelists and they will share ideas on how to get or stay on track with your financial goals. Everyone can benefit from these <30-minute Zoom sessions. To register, visit Fidelity’s website here. Unable to join? Don’t worry. You can listen on demand via www.fidelity.com/wtm at any time. Questions? Contact Retirement@oregonstate.edu.
UPDATED! Water Resources Policy & Management Virtual Seminar Series: “Indigenous water governance: Karuk collaborations for protecting tribal waters (Klamath River)” with Sibyl Diver from the Department of Earth System Science, Stanford University, and Ron Reed from the Karuk Tribe. Presented by the Water Resources Graduate Program. Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 4-5 p.m. Free and open to all. To join, use Zoom meeting ID 919 2424 3079 (or CLICK HERE) with password ‘WRSeminar’.
Virtual Lecture: San Francisco’s Chinatown Through the Lens of Dick Evans. Nov. 18, 6-7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Following his award-winning book on San Francisco’s Mission District, Oregon State University alumnus Dick Evans (’69 B.S., Industrial Engineering) turns his attention to Chinatown, the one-fifth of a square mile that attracts more tourists than the Golden Gate Bridge but where the median household income is a quarter of the citywide average. This virtual lecture, featuring live Q&A with Evans and co-author Kathy Chin Leong, will bring attendees into the process of creating the “Chinatown” book. Details and registration here.
NEW! OSU Press holiday sale: OSU Press has launched its annual holiday sale with 30% off and free shipping for every book on its website. New books include the bestselling memoir, rough house by tina ontiveros; Hops: Historic Photographs of the Oregon Hopscape by Kenneth I. Helphand; and a new history of the Andrews Forest by professor emeritus William G. Robbins, A Place for Inquiry, A Place for Wonder. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or thoughtful reading for quarantine, visit http://osupress.oregonstate.edu to explore new releases and old favorites. Enter the promo code 20HOLIDAY at checkout to receive the discount. The promotion expires Dec. 31.
NEW! Floor Monitor Training: Training for Floor Monitors and Building Managers on roles and responsibilities when evacuating their building. Contact Emergency Management (emergency@oregonstate.edu) to sign up and receive session information.
NEW! Careers in Science Webinar Series: Know a young science enthusiast (grades 6-12) interested in a future career in marine science or STEM? Oregon Sea Grant is offering careers in science webinars where students can connect LIVE with marine science professionals to learn more about career opportunities. Cost is FREE and pre-registration is required. Check out our Career Day website for webinar dates, registration and speaker information.
NEW! Congratulations to Ilene Kleinsorge: The Oregon State University Foundation is pleased to announce the selection of Ilene Kleinsorge as the inaugural recipient of the OSU Foundation’s OSU Loyal Philanthropic Partner Award. Throughout her career and in her personal dedication, Kleinsorge has been an invaluable collaborator and constant champion for OSU, its students and our programs. We thank her for her commitment to supporting philanthropy at OSU.
Call for Proposals: The Center for Teaching and Learning and Academic Technology invite proposals for participation in the Winter ’21 Blended Faculty Learning Community. This learning community will focus on enhancing teaching through the application of effective practices in blended learning and effective uses of educational technology. See Call for Proposals (https://beav.es/oju). Deadline: Friday, Dec. 4.
Friends of Fulbright: Calling all friends of Fulbright: Are you an alum, friend or interested applicant? Curious to know more about the U.S.’s premier exchange program with the rest of the world? You are invited to connect with others who have lived the Fulbright experience. Help us build the OSU Fulbright community by completing this quick survey (https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3w7rJaUtrLneLHv) and receive timely information about events and networking opportunities with other Fulbright fans.
Fiscal policy update: Fiscal policy 03-140-401 Travel has been updated with significant changes, consolidating all related travel policies (FIS 411, FIS 102-08, FIS 410-21, FIS 410-29 & university policy for Air Travel). The new policy, related FAQs and a summary of key changes to this policy are all posted on the FPP website.
Rivalry Week membership challenge Nov. 22-30: The OSU and UO alumni associations face off in a friendly rivalry competition to enroll the most members between Nov. 22-30. Why join? Get a 25% discount on membership, support programs for students and alumni and gain access to exclusive benefits. You don’t have to be a grad to join the OSUAA — invite friends and family or give them the best holiday gift and celebrate together as we beat the Ducks: osualum.com/rivalry
Virtual Mind Spa: The Mind Spa at CAPS is closed during fall term, but you can set up your own Mind Spa at home. Visit our Virtual Mind Spa to experience a variety of ways to relax and recharge including tips on setting up a mini Mind Spa in your house, guided meditations, yoga practices, relaxation techniques, self-care ideas, identity-based resources and more. This site is a work in progress and we would love to hear from you. Email tess.websterhenry@oregonstate.edu your recommendations for content.
Faculty member for the Board of Trustees: The OSU Faculty Senate Executive Committee is soliciting nominations and applications for the Faculty Member position on the OSU Board of Trustees. This is a two-year position beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2023. Those eligible to apply include all faculty who are eligible to be elected to the Faculty Senate (academic, research and professional faculty), with the exception of administrators who hold an Executive Level 1, 2 or 3 position (Dean or above). Applications are due on Nov. 20, 2020. The role, responsibilities, time commitment and application/nomination process are outlined at https://senate.oregonstate.edu/sites/senate.oregonstate.edu/files/bot_letter.pdf. Questions? Contact Faculty Senate President Dwaine Plaza at dplaza@oregonstate.edu.
Updates to University Policies & Standards: Please visit the University Policy & Standards page to learn about recent policy updates: http://policy.oregonstate.edu/whats-new. This page is updated frequently with new developments, so we encourage you to check back regularly. Also, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter here.
Naval ROTC Toys for Tots Drive: For three months each year during the Christmas season, the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation leads communities in collecting and distributing toys for children in need. Unfortunately, NROTC will NOT be collecting donations this year due to current restrictions, but you can still help bring joy and hope to less fortunate children this Christmas season by donating through this link.
Major change to Orchard Avenue: NW Orchard Avenue closed between NW 30th and NW 27th Streets starting Monday, Oct. 26. As part of the Cordley Hall renovation and the construction of the North District Utility Plant, NW Orchard Avenue between NW 30th and NW 27th Streets will be closed starting Monday, Oct. 26, through Friday, Nov. 20. Please view the online map for detailed closure area information. Once it reopens, NW Orchard Avenue will be a one-way street, eastbound only, for the duration of the Cordley Hall renovation. For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Jason Lundy at 541-270-0193.
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 http://oregonstate.edu/jobs unless otherwise specified.
NEW! Fiscal Officer: The Research Office invites internal applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Fiscal Officer supporting Sea Grant. Posting #P03989UF. Closes Nov. 23.
NEW! Accountant 2: The Research Office invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Accountant 2 – Grant Accountants. Posting #P02791CT. Closes Dec. 7.
“Patience attracts happiness; it brings near that which is far.” ~ Swahili proverb.
Corvallis: Rainy and breezy today, high of 56, low of 44. Showers Wednesday.
Central Oregon: Chance of rain and breezy, high of 53, low of 37. Rain likely Wednesday.
Newport: Showers and windy, high of 57, low of 55. Showers and breezy Wednesday.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/
