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.
As the director of product and process development at the Oregon State University's Food Innovation Center, Sarah Masoni uses her uniquely qualified taste buds as a "food designer." She offered "Sunday Morning" her own take on a holiday staple.
She is the recipient of numerous awards for her writing including a 2015 Whiting Award, and in 2014, she was a finalist for the Oregon Book Award. She lives in Corvallis, Oregon, where teaches at Oregon State University. Since early 2018, she has been the announcer on Live Wire with Luke Burbank from Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Gonorrhea uses a specific protein to defeat the body’s first line of defense, Jerse and colleagues at the Oregon State University’s College of Pharmacy said in July, opening up a new pathway to develop both novel antibiotics and vaccines.
Oregon State University researchers have discovered two key factors behind the intestinal inflammation that plagues people suffering from a disorder that affects their immune system.
A lab at Oregon State University's marine science center in Newport is studying whether society and the marine environment are ready for sea otter reintroduction. Masters student Dominique Kone is examining ocean conditions.
Down the middle aisle is a massive board game display from Corvallis-based Massif Games, which focuses on 3D mountaineering games. Founder and CEO Corey Wright, an Oregon State University chemistry graduate, got the idea when he was backpacking in the French Alps. And a pre-med career path wound up on a new trail, entrepreneurship.
Special recognition was given to County Commissioner Bill Baertlein; Marlene Putman, Public Health Administrator; Tillamook County Wellness Coordinator Michelle Jenck and Jessica (Dusti) Linnell, Oregon State University Extension Family and Community Health.
Today's photo
Thanksgiving 1964: The Associated Women Students (AWS) organization was established in 1924 for the purpose of furthering the educational, social and cultural aims of women. It served as an umbrella group for Oregon State’s women’s living groups, honorary societies and clubs. AWS sponsored a variety of activities, such as war bond and stamp fundraising drives during World War II. The dean of women served as the organization’s adviser and liaison to the college’s administration. The AWS became inactive in June 1970. (courtesy OSU Special Collections & Archives)
Today
Research Office Faculty Orientation: Friday, Nov. 16 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Memorial Union Horizon Room. The Research Office will host a half-day Faculty Orientation. The event will acquaint you with the RO and how staff can help you find funding, submit proposals, manage your awards, ensure compliance and move your research outcomes into commercial space. The agenda includes a panel discussion from former program officers followed by a meet and greet session with units within the RO and other key supportive services available to provide information regarding their areas of expertise. RSVP with your attendance at this link. Questions, please contact Susan Emerson at [email protected]
Grace Gao – Biological & Ecological Engineering Ph.D. Defense: Grace Gao will present her dissertation, “Development of a low-cost cathode material, a novel reactor design, and an accelerated cathode durability test for practical applications of microbial fuel cell technology,” on Friday, Nov. 16, at 10 a.m. in Kelley 1001. Gao is completing her Ph.D. under the guidance of major professor Hong Liu. Free and open to the public.
Cheese sales: 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. Also come see us in front of CH2MHill Alumni Center for three hours before each home game kickoff.
Music a la Carte: OSU Chamber Orchestra. Friday, Nov.16, at noon. Memorial Union Lounge, free.
OSUsed Store Public Sales: The OSUsed Store is open for its weekly public sale Friday noon 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 the OSUsed Store website.
Board of Trustees: The Executive and Audit Committee of the OSU Board of Trustees will hold a telephonic meeting from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 16, to consider a recommendation of potential candidates for an anticipated trustee vacancy, the board’s 2020 calendar, and an audit progress report. The committee also will receive the annual compliance and ethics program report, an annual Office of General Counsel report, and a legislative update. Room 207 within the university’s Memorial Union will be open to the public as a site for listening to this meeting. The public also can listen to the meeting by calling the toll-free number listed on the agenda. An agenda and meeting materials will be posted as they are available at http://oregonstate.edu/leadership/trustees/meetings. If special accommodation is required, please contact Lauren Skousen at (541) 737-3449 or [email protected] at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
Pursuing a Career in Science workshop: Join the College of Science for a career presentation and panel discussion by Young Alumni Awardee Justin Hall, who will present on "Observations and advice for pursuing a career in science” on Nov. 16, 1 p.m., in LPSC 402. The presentation will be followed by a panel discussion with three additional scientists: a portfolio operations analyst, a research professor and an R&D engineer.
Health in the Arab world: The College of Public Health and Human Sciences’ weekly research seminar will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16, in HFC 115, Bray Conference Room. Iman Nuwayhid, professor and dean at American University in Beirut, will present “Health in the Arab world: The social, the political, and identity.”
Tour the Human Services Resource Center: The Human Services Resource Center is more than a food pantry. It’s a one-stop shop to help students get their basic needs met. Advisors, staff and faculty are invited to come get a tour at Champinefu Lodge and learn more about programs like the textbook library, cooking classes and emergency housing. Nov. 16, 2-5 p.m., Dec. 11, 9 a.m. to noon.
OSU Centers and Institutes/Core Research Facilities Fair: Drop by the Memorial Union Horizon Room on Friday, Nov. 16, between 3 and 6 p.m. Come join us as representatives from 30 centers, institutes and other research facilities across campus provide information about their services and instrumentation. Attendance to the event is open to all faculty, staff, students and members of industry. For a list of the centers, institutes and facilities that will be in the MU Horizon room, go to https://research.oregonstate.edu/facilities-fair. Questions? Contact Susan Emerson at [email protected]
Volleyball: OSU vs. Utah, Nov. 16, 7 p.m., Gill Coliseum. It is Faculty/Staff Night. OSU faculty and staff can purchase tickets for $5 with a valid OSU staff ID.
Saturday
Prospective student open house: Beaver Open House, an open house program for prospective students, will be in LaSells Stewart Center and the Memorial Union on Saturday, Nov. 17. There will be approximately 1200+ guests on campus, which may impact parking and retail food locations. Please welcome the guests while they are on campus.
OHSU Medical School Panel: Interesting in learning what med school is about? Five students from the OHSU Medical School form a panel to answer questions on Saturday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Asian & Pacific Cultural Center. There will be a Q&A as well. Refreshments provided.
Rowing: Orange & Black Regatta, Nov. 17, racing begins at 10 a.m., OSU Boathouse.
Vienna Boys Choir: The Vienna Boys Choir will perform two shows, at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m, in Corvallis on Saturday, Nov. 17, in the First United Methodist Church, 1165 N.W. Monroe St. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door for adults, and $10 in advance and $15 at the door for youth through age 18. OSU students are free with ID while there is seating available. Seating is general admission. Advance tickets may be purchased online at http://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/SACevents. OSU students may pick up advanced tickets in Fairbanks Hall 309A or B on the OSU campus. Tickets will be sold at the door starting one hour before each performance.
Women’s Basketball: OSU vs. St. Mary’s, Nov. 17, 6 p.m., Gill Coliseum.
Sunday
Volleyball: OSU vs Colorado, Nov. 18, 11 a.m., Gill Coliseum.
Corvallis-OSU Symphony: "Bernstein 100," Featuring Arthur Honegger's "Pacific 231," Leonard Bernstein's "Serenade for Violin and Orchestra" with soloist Jessica Lambert, and Carl Nielsen's 5th Symphony. Sunday, Nov. 18, at 3 p.m., the LaSells Stewart Center. Tickets are $22 to $32. OSU students free with ID. More info at: cosusymphony.org
Upcoming Events
Clothing swap: A clothing swap is taking place Nov. 1-30 at the Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center on campus. Accepting gently used clothing donations for all gender identities, ages and sizes. No donations necessary to participate. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The 38th Annual Holiday Marketplace: A large and festive arts fair, with over 100 Oregon artisans, featuring fine art, handmade crafts and specialty foods. The event takes place on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Memorial Union Ballroom. There will be live musical performances throughout the two days. This event, sponsored by the OSU Craft Center, is free and open to the public. https://sli.oregonstate.edu/craft/holidaymarket
Retirement Reception for Indira Rajagopal and Kevin Ahern: You are invited to attend a retirement reception for Indira Rajagopal and Kevin Ahern, both currently in biochemistry and biophysics in the College of Science. They are retiring after 29 and 30 years, respectively, of service to OSU. The reception is Friday, Nov. 30, 4:45-6:45 p.m. in the Memorial Union Lounge. A short program will start at 5 p.m.; refreshments will be served. You are invited to send brief well-wishes via a web interface by Wednesday, Nov. 28. For questions, contact Tony Reyna ([email protected]; 541-737-4512)
Lectures, Workshops, Webinars
NEW! Department of Integrative Biology Seminar: Samantha Lewis, senior postdoctoral fellow, UC Davis, will present a seminar, “Regulation of Mitochondrial Genome Distribution within Human Cells,” on Monday, Nov. 19, 3:30 p.m. in ALS 4001. The seminar is free and open to the public, or join via WebEx at https://goo.gl/uiLgie. For more information: http://ib.oregonstate.edu/smnrs.
NEW! Tuesday Teaching Talks: Responding to Student Work: Join colleagues and the Center for Teaching and Learning in a certificated series of teaching workshops. Attend one, some or all. On Nov. 20, join Brooke Howland to consider approaches for responding to student work by providing feedback that feeds forward student learning. 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! E-Learning Instructional Design and Development Certificate: Use instructional technology and apply instructional design theories to develop online curriculum that motivates and engages the learner. Click here to find out more. Courses start Jan. 7.
NEW! Permaculture Design Online Course: Learn how to develop a sustainable landscape for your farm, garden or land in this 10-week online certificate program. Limited space available in this popular Oregon State program. Course starts Jan. 7.
NEW! Now enrolling Oregon State’s exclusive Advanced Permaculture Design: Led by Andrew Millison and his team, you will finish this course with a refined landscape design concept for the site of your choice. Learn more.
NEW! Technical Writing Course Online: Learn how to produce writing that is precise, concise, organized and based on complex information. Find out how here. This online course starts Jan. 21.
Panel Discussion: Transitioning from Grad School to Academia, Government, or Industry: Postdocs and early-career scientists in various career paths will be available for questions related to their transition, including: applications, interviews, starting a new position, etc. This event is hosted by the OSU Postdoctoral Association and Postdoc Mentor Program, open to all OSU members, and will be held Monday Nov. 19 at noon in LPSC room 402.
Faculty-Led Study abroad: Join faculty members in Public Health and Human Sciences to learn about faculty-led options for study abroad and internships. Most programs are open to all colleges/majors and focus on health/global health, nutrition, families and human development, etc. Monday, Nov. 19 in Hallie Ford 115, 4 to 5 p.m. RSVP online or contact Amy Riley with questions.
Psychological Science colloquium: A fall term series of talks by faculty, students, affiliates and guests of the School of Psychological Science at OSU. Anita Cservenka of OSU will speak on “Marijuana use and cognitive functioning in young adult college students,” Nov. 19, 4-5 p.m., Reed Lodge 219. These colloquia offer an informal venue to discuss completed and ongoing research of broad interest. If you have any questions or would like to present your own research in a future term, contact Cservenka ([email protected]) or Kristen Macuga ([email protected]).
Leadership conference: Student Leadership & Involvement is now accepting workshop presentation proposals for the 2019 OSU Leadership Conference (occurring Feb. 16). The theme this year is “Courageous Leadership.” All students and faculty/staff are welcome to submit workshop proposals. The deadline to submit is Thursday, Nov. 22. Contact Jaime Koehler ([email protected]) for more information: Application Link
Bridging the arts and sciences: Carol Ryff will present “Bridging the arts and sciences for human betterment” at 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29, in the MU Horizon Room. Ryff is professor of psychology and director of the Institute on Aging at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She will be visiting OSU as a guest of the provost, the deans of the colleges of Public Health and Human Sciences, Liberal Arts and Engineering. Carol’s visit will highlight the developing partnerships among the three colleges in efforts to build healthier communities through arts and science. A reception will follow.
Leadership Collaborative I: Applications for the winter 2019 Leadership Collaborative (LCI) are now being accepted. The LCI includes six day-long sessions and features engaged, self-directed learning; a collaborative learning approach; practical, effective tools and skills; and on-the-job implementation. All OSU employees are encouraged to apply. Contact Kristen Magis for more information. Submit your application on the LCI webpage by Dec. 7.
Take Note
Help Create a Vision for the Corvallis Campus: Oregon State is embarking on an 18-month process to develop a physical vision for the future of the Corvallis campus. The Physical Development Strategy will reflect the university’s values and vision from the Strategic Plan 4.0. Share your thoughts in an interactive survey. We’re looking to craft a development strategy that supports an environment that enhances your best OSU experiences, and also leads to a more welcoming and inclusive campus. All responses are anonymous and confidential and will only be used for the purposes of this project.
Heroes sought: The Professional Faculty Leadership Association is seeking nominations for the Our Hero Award to recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond while exhibiting leadership skills. PFLA membership is not required of the nominator or the nominee. Visit the PFLA Our Hero webpage to submit a nomination.
Pet owner survey: The Oregon State University Human-Animal Interaction Lab is looking for pet owners to take a survey examining pet behavior and the human-pet relationship. The purpose of the survey is to assess how pet owners perceive the bond they have with their pet. If you are 18+ years old and own a pet you are eligible to participate. For individuals who own more than one pet, the survey can be taken multiple times (once for each pet) or a single time for a pet of your choice. Individuals who own dogs are of particular interest; however, all pet owners are welcome to fill out the survey. The survey can be found here: https://goo.gl/forms/m1oVu0wDtuYaFEFL2
AWSEM clubs: Registration for STEM Academy’s AWSEM (Advocates for Women in Science, Engineering, and Math) Clubs for sixth- through 12th-graders is open. AWSEM clubs are designed to nurture girls’ interest in STEM by providing a program of hands-on activities paired with women STEM role models. Middle School club meets on Tuesdays, 5-6:30 p.m., from Jan. 15 through Feb. 19. High School club meets on Wednesdays, 5-6:30 p.m., from Jan.16 through Feb. 20. To register and for more info, visit http://stemacademy.oregonstate.edu. For questions, call 541-737-8139 or email [email protected]. Cost is $90 for the entire series. Needs-based scholarships available. Anyone is eligible to apply.
Help us grow OSU's Marine Studies Initiative: We are interested in your familiarity with this initiative. Help us by taking a short survey, which should take about three minutes to complete. To begin the survey, simply follow the link: MSI Survey Thank you for your time and input.
Alternative Break: Are you a student who wants to change the world? Apply to participate in an Alternative Break. Alternative Breaks will take place March 23-30, 2019. Applications for participants are due Monday, Nov. 26. Click here for more information.
Staff Art Exhibit: This is the ninth year of the Staff Art Show, and we’re hoping for representation from all parts of OSU in this showcase of creativity. Do you have creative individuals in your area (maybe even you)? Most any medium is accepted in this exhibit, so register your submissions of work by Nov. 26. The benefits, besides showing talent beyond the day-to-day job, are that departments are listed on the artist’s block next to the work. All artists, co-workers and friends are invited to a special reception hosted by President Ray on Jan. 14, 2019. For more information: [email protected] or 541-737-6522.
Recycle Right: Or better yet, reuse! To-go food from many on-campus dining locations comes in an orange, reusable Eco2Go box. Helping the planet was never so easy (or tasty)! Simply enjoy your meal, rinse your container, leave it open to dry and return it to any Eco2Go return location. Beavs, together we’ve saved more than a million single-use containers from going to the landfill – let’s keep it up! For your nearest return location: https://uhds.oregonstate.edu/eco2go.
Request for Proposals: The OSU Advantage Accelerator is seeking proposals to facilitate the further development and commercialization of OSU applied innovations. Proposals can be submitted for OSU-owned innovations developed by OSU faculty, staff, and/or graduate students in any discipline that require up to $25,000. Proposals are due no later than 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018. Read the full RFP here: https://lnkd.in/gdfJFfu
Athletics
Harlem Globetrotters: The Harlem Globetrotters visit Gill Coliseum Sunday, Dec. 2, at 2 p.m. Receive your 25 percent discount ticket price by following this link. Use the promo code BEAVERS
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! Administrative Program Specialist: The Department of Chemistry invites applicants for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month Administrative Program Specialist. This position is responsible for working with faculty and Chemistry Ecampus director to determine and manage the direction of the chemistry Ecampus program. Posting #P01855CT. Closes Nov. 26.
UPDATED! Web Developer/Analyst Programmer: Ecampus invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Web Developer/Analyst Programmer position. Posting #P01845CT. Closes Nov. 28.
Weather
"Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings." ~ William Arthur Ward.
Corvallis: Patchy fog and then mostly sunny, high of 56, low of 39. Sunny and chilly through the weekend with frost likely.
Central Oregon: Mostly sunny, high of 56, low of 29. Sunny and cold this weekend.
Newport: Patchy fog and then partly sunny, high of 56, low of 39. Sunny through the weekend.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/
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