Today in the News Media
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.
Jay Noller is stepping down as head of Oregon State University’s Crop and Soil Science Department to concentrate on hemp.
What makes dogs aggressive? Three Oregon State University researchers say the key might — emphasis on might — have something to with microbes in the guts of canines. (see also KAIT)
“Water they rely on from rain just isn't there,” said Oregon State University climate scientist Kathie Dello. “Two years in a row would be tough and water rights may become regulated.”
Kidjo had an answer: "I looked at her and I said, 'I don't want to hear that word, 'fear,' out of your mouth ever again,'" she told the student. "Don't ever think that you are alone." That's a message that the three-time Grammy winner likely will emphasize Saturday night, when she speaks at Oregon State University as part of the university's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.
Her exhibit is on display at Oregon State University's Woodshop Projects, Fairbanks Basement 004, 220 SW 26th St.
Of course, the age of accidental discoveries of new colours has not passed us by yet. In 2009, Mas Subramanian – a chemist at Oregon State University – heated manganese oxide and other chemicals to over 1,200°C (2200°F), with one of the reactions accidentally yielding the nearest-perfect blue pigment to date, nicknamed YInMn blue.
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Celebrating Dr. King: In 2017, internet celebrity, actress, comedian and activist Franchesca Ramsey was the keynote speaker at the OSU celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This year, Trayvon Martin's mother, Sybrina Fulton, will speak. Her talk is sold out, but you can register to view the livestream here: https://www.osufoundation.org/mlk
Today
Board of Trustees: The OSU Board of Trustees will meet from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18, in the Horizon Room of the Memorial Union, 2501 S.W. Jefferson Way in Corvallis. The board will consider Strategic Plan 4.0 metrics, the university’s 10-year capital forecast, an amendment to the board’s investment policy, and the issuance of OSU revenue bonds. The board will discuss risks in today’s higher education landscape, and will hear reports from the OSU Foundation and OSU Alumni Association and a report on the close of the university’s OSU150 celebration. Other committees of the board will meet from 8 – 8:45 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 18 in the Horizon Room of the Memorial Union. The agendas and meeting materials will be posted as they are available at http://oregonstate.edu/leadership/trustees/meetings. For accommodations: (541) 737-3449 or[email protected] at least 48 hours in advance.
Cheese sales: Welcome Back Beavs! Time to restock your fridge and your bellies with Beaver Classic Cheese. Friday Sales begin today from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Creamery. Come try our five cheddars, two Swiss and two Provolones…plus our amazing cheese curds. Creamery is located in 159 Withycombe Hall.
OSU Anthropology Lecture Series: Tobin Hansen, Doctoral Candidate in Anthropology at the University of Oregon, will give a lecture titled, "We Find Each Other Down Here: Transnational and Local Care after Deportation." Hansen will speak on Jan. 18 from noon to 12:50 p.m. in LINC Room 302. This event is part of the OSU Anthropology Program's Lecture Series. Questions? Contact: Joan Gross at [email protected]
Music a la Carte: Doug Detrick (trumpet), Michael Gamble (guitar), Ryan Biesack (drums). Friday, Jan. 18, noon. MU main lounge, free.
OSUsed Store Public Sales: The OSUsed Store is open for its weekly public sales Friday noon to to 3 p.m. at 644 SW 13th. Personal purchases must be made during public sales. Staff may shop for their department 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. More information on our website
Meat Center: The Clark Meat Science Center retail store will be open Friday from noon-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 SW Campus Way, next to the Motor Pool. Contact [email protected] for questions regarding the store.
Faculty/Staff FREE Nutrition Counseling: The OSU dietetic interns are offering free nutrition counseling sessions to faculty and staff this winter. Appointments are available Friday Jan. 18 at noon or 1 p.m. There are also have openings Feb. 8 and March 1 at 11 a.m. or noon. These sessions can count toward your HEM requirement. Email [email protected] to schedule your appointment.
The College of Public Health and Human Sciences’ weekly research seminar will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18, in HFC 115. Katie McLaughlin, Ph.D., assistant professor of statistics, adjunct assistant professor of biostatistics in the CPHHS, will present “Estimating the Size of Hidden Populations Using Respondent -Driven Sampling.” Co-sponsored by the Biostatistics Program.
Faculty Grant Training: The OSU Foundation is presenting a faculty training, “Budgets and Budget Narratives,” at the new OSU Foundation Office, 4238 S.W. Research Way on Friday, Jan. 18, from 2-3:30 p.m. Zach Gill of OSRAA will co-present on strategies and considerations for compelling proposal budgets. Contact Elizabeth Ocampo at [email protected] to attend.
UPDATED! Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story Documentary & Discussion, Episode: Et Tu, America:Facilitated by Allison Davis-White Eyes, Director of Community Diversity Relations and Daniel López-Cevallos, Associate Professor of Latina/o/x Studies, Ethnic Studies, and Health Equity. Helmed by executive producer Shawn Carter (aka Jay-Z), "Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story" examines the life and legacy of Trayvon Martin. The six-part, unscripted documentary series looks at one of the most talked-about and controversial events of the last decade, including the worldwide Black Lives Matter movement that grew after Martin’s death. Viewings are free and will be followed by a moderated discussion. Friday, Jan. 18, 3-4:30 p.m., LINC 228.
Tuition Forums: The University Budget Committee has begun meeting to discuss recommendations for tuition rates for the 2019-20 academic year. As part of developing recommendations for the Board of Trustees, representatives of the Budget Committee and the Office of Budget and Fiscal Planning are offering a series of weekly open forums to discuss tuition and proposals for tuition increases and to answer any questions about tuition and the university budget. The first forum is this Friday, Jan. 18, from 3 to 4 p.m. in Memorial Union 213. The schedule for subsequent forums and a short discussion of common questions about tuition are available on the Budget website. The committee welcomes questions, comments, and ideas. For more information, to provide an idea or opinion, or to ask a question, contact Kayla Campbell.
Women’s Basketball Faculty/Staff Fridays: Arizona at OSU, Jan. 18, 7 p.m. OSU Faculty and Staff can show their OSU ID at the Gill Coliseum box office on Friday home games to receive $5 general admission.
Poetry/novel reading: Poet Clemens Starck and novelist Peter Nathaniel Malae will read at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18, in the Valley Library Rotunda on the Oregon State University campus in Corvallis. A book signing will follow. The event is free and open to the public
Saturday
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service: Students, faculty, staff, and their partners and children are all invited to participate in OSU’s largest day of service of the year. See a full list of projects and to register, visit https://sli.oregonstate.edu/cce/dos. Saturday, Jan. 19, various times and locations.
Gymnastics: OSU vs. Utah, Jan. 19, 2 p.m., Gill Coliseum.
SAC Presents: An Evening with Angelique Kidjo: The College of Liberal Arts' SAC Presents series hosts three-time GRAMMY Award winner Angélique Kidjo in a special talk and solo music performance. One of the greatest artists in international music today, Kidjo is a creative force with 13 albums to her name. Time Magazine has called her "Africa's premier diva". Saturday, Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m., The LaSells Stewart Center Austin Auditorium.
Sunday
Women’s Basketball: OSU vs. Arizona State, Jan. 20, 2 p.m., Gill Coliseum.
Wrestling: OSU vs. Arizona State, Jan. 20, 6 p.m., Gill Coliseum.
Monday
SOLD OUT! MLK Keynote address: Sybrina Fulton is the mother of Trayvon Martin, advocate and author of "Rest in Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin." At 17, her son died during a violent confrontation. The publicity surrounding Martin’s death in 2012 and the ensuing trial catapulted the country into a national debate. Despite the intense struggle of losing a child, Fulton has become a role model to many by turning her grief into advocacy. Today, she lends her voice to speak against violence toward children and on the need to build better, safer communities for all. This event is sold out, but you can register to view the livestream here: https://www.osufoundation.org/mlk Monday, Jan. 21, 11 a.m.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace March: The peace march is an opportunity to join in solidarity with community members and reflect on Dr. King's legacy of creating transformative change through non-violence. We will gather on the LaSells Stewart Center front patio. The march path takes us north on 26th street, east on Monroe and west on Memorial Way, ending at the steps of the Memorial Union. At the end of the march, there will be a time to reflect and hear from community speakers. The march will take place at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21.
Community Panel on the Immigrant Experience: The Corvallis community is invited to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the King Legacy Advisory Board at the Majestic Theatre in downtown Corvallis. The event will feature a community panel discussion on immigrant experiences. Monday, Jan. 21, 5:30-7 p.m., Majestic Theatre, 115 SW Second St.
Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story Documentary & Discussion, Episode: The Elephant in the Room: Facilitated by Jamaal May, Student-Athlete Development Coordinator. Helmed by executive producer Shawn Carter (aka Jay-Z), "Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story" examines the life and legacy of Trayvon Martin. The six-part, unscripted documentary series looks at one of the most talked-about and controversial events of the last decade, including the worldwide Black Lives Matter movement that grew after Martin’s death. Viewings are free and will be followed by a moderated discussion. Monday, Jan. 21, 5:30-7 p.m., Reser Stadium, Toyota Club.
Upcoming Events
NEW! Visiting Artists & Scholars: Composer Bill Whitley presents a workshop on writing and composing vernacular music for voice. Hosted by MUS 443 and Dana Reason. Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. Community Hall 303, free and open to the public.
NEW! Circle of Support: The Survivor Advocacy & Resource Center and Counseling & Psychological Services are hosting a weekly free and confidential support group for student survivors of interpersonal violence (sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, and sexual harassment) on Wednesdays, 4-5:30 p.m., in 311 Plageman Building. For more information, please contact SARC at [email protected] or 541-737-2030.
Black Excellence 2019: The Lonnie B Harris Black Cultural center invites you to attend the 2019 Black Excellence Celebration, “The Great Gatsby.” The Black Excellence Celebration is an opportunity to acknowledge black faculty, staff, students and community members for the work and support they have shown to the BCC and the greater OSU community. This celebration will be Wednesday, Jan. 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Reser Stadium, Club Level. Click here to RSVP for the event. Registration will be open from now and until Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 5 p.m. For more information contact [email protected].
China Night: China Night at Oregon State is around the corner, just in time to celebrate the Lunar New Year. The event features various performances and food. Jan. 27, 5 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center. Tickets are $8 general admission and $5 for students, and are available at the Student Experience Center or https://www.universe.com/events/china-night-tickets-corvallis-3GNS46?ref=universe-discover.
Glass Room Exhibit in Valley Library: The Glass Room is a pop-up exhibit about personal data and digital privacy. Explore the implications of the Internet of Things, and pick up a Data Detox kit to shift your data habits in the new year. The exhibit will be up on the main floor of Valley Library through Jan. 29 and is a collaboration between Mozilla and Tactical Technology. Contact [email protected] with questions.
Traditional Asian dress and culture exhibit: The Little Gallery presents “Celebrating Traditional Asian Dress and Culture, a special exhibition organized around private loans from the Asian Program at Oregon State University. The installation includes dress worn for ceremonial occasions and cultural objects, including a painting of bamboo by Zheng Yie, Bizen pottery from Okayama Prefecture, a Janggu (drum) for traditional Korean music, and traditional Korean masks. Jan. 22 to March 22, Kidder Hall 210.
GO Global – Summer and Beyond: Students are invited to drop in for a series of roundtable discussions focused on summer opportunities, faculty-led programs, study abroad in general, and international internships. Student will also have a chance to meet representatives from the Office of Global Opportunities, scholarship and financial aid offices, and colleges across campus who are engaged in sending their students abroad. Tuesday, Jan. 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the MU Horizon Room | If you plan to attend, complete this quick survey. To view the flyer for this event, click here.
PFLA Winter Luncheon: Professional Faculty Leadership Association (PFLA) invites you to attend the annual PFLA winter luncheon on Thursday, Jan. 24, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The LaSells Stewart Center Giustina Gallery, as well as a special invitation to all TRIAD members and guests. The OSU Staff Art Show is displayed in the Guistina Gallery and will be open for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy a catered lunch by OSU Catering showcasing new and favorite menu items. Enjoy guest speaker Helen Wilhelm, manager of “The Little Gallery” in Kidder Hall, School of Language, Culture and Society. She will tell us about her process for organizing an art exhibit. Cost $15, RSVP at RSVP PFLA Winter Luncheon by Tuesday, Jan. 22.
MLK Celebration
NEW! Untold Stories: Brother Martin Luther King, Jr. – The Alpha Man: The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s contributions to his beloved fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., are often left alongside the margins. The presentation will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 23, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in room 354 Student Experience Center. You’ll have an opportunity to hear untold stories of Dr. King as an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., engage with members of the fraternity and hear how members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. are keeping the dream alive.
NEW! Dr. King’s Legacy Lives On: Student Activism at OSU: A panel of OSU student activists will highlight recent experiences of Oregon State University students leveraging their voices to initiate change on campus. The student panel represents diversity across time, strategy and social justice issues. This moderated panel will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 23, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Student Experience Center lobby.
NEW! Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story Documentary & Discussion Episode: Justice for George: Facilitated by José-Antonio Orosco, professor of Philosophy. Helmed by executive producer Shawn Carter (aka Jay-Z), "Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story" examines the life and legacy of Trayvon Martin. The six-part, unscripted documentary series looks at one of the most talked-about and controversial events of the last decade, including the worldwide Black Lives Matter movement that grew after Martin’s death. Viewings are free and will be followed by a moderated discussion. Wednesday, Jan. 23, 4-5:30 p.m., Learning Innovation Center 228
NEW! Speaking Justice: Speaking Justice is a space for students, staff, and community members to unite our powerful voices as spoken art performers and social justice community members inspired by the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Speaking Justice 2019 will host Kavi Ade, an activist, arts educator and nationally recognized spoken-word poet of Afro & Indigenous Caribbean descent. This event will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m in the MU Lounge.
Lectures, Workshops, Webinars
NEW! What is going on with the federal government shutdown? The current federal government shutdown is the longest in history. There seems to be no end in sight. How did we get here? What is going on? How will it end? What does this mean for politics and society? What have been the impacts at OSU, in Oregon, in the nation and beyond? This “flash” panel conversation brings together expert faculty and staff from across OSU to discuss the history, politics, and economics of the shutdown. We’ll focus most sharply on the latest developments and the effects the shutdown is having on students, and on advanced research projects and programs. Jan. 22, 4 p.m., MU 213. Lightly catered; open to all.
NEW! Tuesday Teaching Talks: Supporting Diverse Learners through Culturally Responsive Teaching: Join colleagues and the Center for Teaching and Learning in a certificated series of teaching workshops. The workshops are every Tuesday. Attend one, some or all. On Jan. 22, join Jeff Kenney to explore the theory and practice of culturally responsive teaching. This two-hour workshop will be facilitated twice in Milam 215 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. No need to register – just come on by. Learn more here. Contact us here
NEW! OSU-Cascades board: The Oregon State University-Cascades Advocacy and Advisory Board will meet on Jan. 23. The meeting will provide updates on strategic initiatives at the campus, including long-range development planning, community relations, academic programs and student success. The meeting will take place from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. in Obsidian Hall, Room 210, on the OSU-Cascades campus in Bend. The board meeting is open to the public. For information visit osucascades.edu/leadership/advocacy-and-advisory-board or contact [email protected] or 541-322-3100.
NEW! WRGP Water Resources Engineering Winter Seminar Series: Gerrad Jones, Oregon State University Biological and Ecological Engineering, will present “Environmental Change Drives Global Soil Element Fluxes” on Wednesday, Jan. 23, from noon to 1 p.m. in STAG 111. Free and open to the public.
Using Student Ad Hoc Reports in CORE: In CORE, Student Ad Hoc reports provide a powerful tool to query on a large, student data set and build a variety of reports. This session is designed to give employees in the STU3 or higher security levels an introduction to student ad hoc reports, what they can do with student ad hoc reports, how to use student ad hoc reports and some common use cases for student ad hoc reports. Note: This session is restricted to employees with an STU3 or higher CORE security level.Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2-3 p.m., Cascades 118. Register Here. Direct questions to [email protected]
Ecampus Teaching Online - Pedagogical Seminars (TOPS): If you are an advanced online faculty member or Ecampus advisor, take part in 30-minute virtual seminars over lunch where you can learn about, discuss and consider practical applications for emerging strategies and ideas in online education. Seminars run on Wednesdays from 12:15-12:45 p.m., and the first session on Jan. 23 will cover "Brain Science, Neuromyths, and Online Learning." Registration required to obtain the web-conference link.
Wikipedia Editathon: “Writing African American History into Wikipedia.” No experience necessary. Organizers give you everything you need to help add to the historical record in Wikipedia: topics, information and a Wikipedia account. Register now and find out more at tinyurl.com/WikiEditOSU. All are welcome. Hosted by the OSU Libraries in partnership with AfroCROWD. Feb. 8, 2 p.m., Valley Library, Autzen Classroom.
Leadership conference: Student Leadership & Involvement presents the OSU Leadership Conference: Exploring Courageous Leadership on Feb. 16 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This event is free and open to all OSU students held in the Memorial Union. Registration is required by Feb. 8 at https://sli.oregonstate.edu/ld/leadershipconference.
2019 Undergraduate Student Success Summit: Learn how you can support and engage with undergraduate students, and share your own research, discoveries, innovations and interventions that bolster student success at the 2019 Undergraduate Student Success Summit. Thursday, March 7, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Memorial Union, Corvallis campus. Register to attend HERE.
Take Note
AEELab: Sign up to take part in economics experiments for cash at the Applied Experimental Economics Lab in the Applied Economics department. No affiliation with OSU is required for participation, and anyone is invited to register through our website at https://oregonstate-aeelab.sona-systems.com/. Find more information about us at our FB page.
Join a Community of Teaching Colleagues: The OSU Hybrid Initiative invites instructors to participate in the Hybrid Faculty Learning Community starting in February and to design a Corvallis campus hybrid course. Professional development funding is provided. Short proposals are due Jan. 22. See Call for Hybrid Proposals; apply now.
Volunteers needed: Volunteers are needed for the Jan. 21 Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration keynote with Sybrina Fulton and the Jan. 31 Provost’s Lecture with W. Kamau Bell. Volunteers will be checking in lecture attendees through an app that must be downloaded on volunteer’s smart phone. This requires that volunteers possess a smart phone and are willing to download the Eventbrite Organizer App. Volunteers will be standing or walking for up to two hours. Volunteers will be provided tickets to the event for which they volunteer. To volunteer, contact Mealoha McFadden at 541-737-6522 or [email protected].
Search Advocate workshops: Register now for Winter and Spring search advocate workshops. Search advocates are external members of search committees who serve as process advisers to advance diversity, validity, and equity in OSU search and selection. You can become a search advocate by completing the foundational two-part workshop series. Topics include current research, theory, and practical strategies to help search committee members test their thinking, address complex process concerns, improve search validity and equity, understand and promote diversity, mitigate conflicts of interest, and anticipate/help address a variety of potential bias risks. For more information, see http://searchadvocate.oregonstate.edu or contact Anne Gillies.
FIS Policy 411-08 Receipt Requirements has been revised to provide clarity and improve the efficiency of processing travel reimbursements. This revised policy will now only require receipts for travel-related expenses over $75, other than those items specifically listed in the policy. This policy is now a section of Fiscal Policy – Rule 03-140-407 Travel Reimbursements, and can be access on the FPP website by clicking on that link.
Updates to University Policies & Standards: Please visit the University Policy & Standards page (http://policy.oregonstate.edu/whats-new) to learn about recent and pending policy amendments. The following policies have been amended: 04-010 Records Retention (link), 07-005 Alcoholic Beverages (link), 03-010 Procurement Thresholds and Methods (link), and 03-015 Procurement Solicitations and Contracts (link).
Jobs
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! Facilities Services at Oregon State University is seeking one full-time General Maintenance Mechanic. Posting #P01935CT. For full consideration apply on or before Jan. 31. Closes Feb. 7.
NEW! The University Administrative Business Center at Oregon State University is seeking a Finance Coordinator. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term professional faculty position. Posting #P02680UF. Closes Feb. 3.
NEW! Facilities Services at Oregon State University is seeking one full-time Co-Generation Engineer. Posting #P01937CT. Closes Feb. 7.
NEW! Acquisitions Editor: Oregon State University Press seeks an acquisitions editor. Posting #P02687UF. Closes Feb. 8.
NEW! INTO OSU is recruiting for an Academic Success Advisor. This position provides academic coaching and advising to an assigned cohort of Pathway students. The Pathway program combines intensive language study, academic skills development, and academic coursework in a carefully structured program equivalent to the first year of university undergraduate study. The Advisor assists students in understanding academic policies and requirements, learning about tools and resources available to them at OSU, registering for courses and identifying academic skills and strategies for success. For more information or to apply, follow this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=784f8d56-cd0b-4d3e-a1ac-d483f8f0a37e&jobId=49514&lang=en_US&source=CC3&ccId=19000101_000001 Apply by Feb. 3
Weather
“In this universe we are given two gifts: The ability to love and the ability to ask questions. Which are, at the same time, the fires that warm us and the fires that scorch us.” ~ Mary Oliver.
Corvallis: Heavy rain and breezy today, high of 49, low of 44. Rain expected through the weekend.
Central Oregon: Rain and snow expected today, high of 44, low of 36. Rain Saturday, rain and snow Sunday.
Newport: Heavy rain and breezy, high of 53, low of 46. Chance of rain Saturday, rain Sunday.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/
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