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Today in the News Media is a synopsis of some of the most prominent coverage of OSU people and programs. Inclusion of any item constitutes neither an endorsement nor a critique, but rather is intended only to make the OSU community aware of significant items in the media. For more about this section, see: https://today.oregonstate.edu/email/submission-guidelines.
The university said a record number of students graduated Saturday at more than 7,600. (see also KOIN, KTVZ)
John Bailey, a professor of fire management at Oregon State University, says a warm and wet spring could lead to tough conditions once temperatures climb.
A recent report out of Oregon State University paints a picture of how ocean oxygen levels have decreased in the Pacific Northwest over the years.
In a recent analysis of data from the latest U.S. Census of Agriculture, Oregon State University Economics Professor Dan Bigelow found that the estimated value of Oregon farm real estate grew $10.7 billion between 2017 and 2022. That’s a 23% gain in just five years, and more than triple the 7% gain in total estimated farm real estate value nationwide.
“This could be an early warning sign that the abundance of this population is starting to decline, or is not healthy,” said K.C. Bierlich, co-author on the study and an assistant professor at Oregon State University’s Marine Mammal Institute in Newport, in a statement.
Drivers in rural areas generally oppose the road-user charge, lawmakers say, because they typically drive more than individuals in cities. A 2016 Oregon State University study determined that rural drivers would likely pay marginally higher fees than city drivers if Oregon implemented a road-user charge.
We are a student-led team in the College of Engineering at Oregon State University. This is our first year working on this project, so we are extra excited with the results so far. Setting a record of 87.766mph (141.246kph) on our 2001 Aprilia RS50 was a terrific result for such a young team!”
Springtime views: Photos by Jessie Myers, Dawn Moyer and Bruce Marler. We are accepting photo submissions at [email protected]. To view past submissions, visit us on Instagram at @osutoday1.
NEW! Timely Teaching Tips: Developing or updating a Summer ’24 course syllabus? Check the OSU syllabus requirements and templates for various types of courses. In addition, the Center for Teaching and Learning offers guidance for writing a warm-toned syllabus and the Basic Needs Center provides sample language for a Basic Needs Syllabus Statement.
HMSC Lunch and Learn: At noon on June 17, Valentine Puzenat with the Paris Institute of Planetary Physics will be giving a seminar titled “Exploring the largest submarine eruption on Earth: A trip to Fani Maoré (Indian Ocean).” In person at the HMSC Guin Library Seminar Room or online. Zoom link or call +1-971-247-1195 Meeting ID: 914 9616 1269. Click here for more information.
NEW! Ribeiro retirement: Michele Ribeiro is retiring from Counseling and Psychological Services after 19 years of dedicated service to students and staff. Celebrate her contributions as a counselor, instructor, author/editor and groups coordinator at a farewell reception between 1-3 p.m., June 20, in MU 109. Hors d’oeuvres and cake will be served.
NEW! Public Seed Library Cool Season Crops for Fall Harvest & Overwintering Plant Clinic: The hot months of summer are when it’s time to plant cool-season crops to feed you this fall and winter. Benton County Master Gardeners can help you explore crops and varieties well-suited to seed soon after the summer solstice — greens, brassicas, root crops and onions, each at the time best for their success. 9:30 a.m. to noon, June 22 at the library. Sponsored by the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition and the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. Learn more here.
“Four Thousand Weeks” Book Club: We’ll gather to discuss our reading of Oliver Burkeman's New York Times bestseller. Burkeman invites us to recognize the unsurprising truth of finitude and the more surprising freedom that comes from embracing limitation. Four Tuesday evenings: June 25, July 2, July 9 and July 16 at Marigold. Sliding scale $20-$50. Register here or contact us.
NEW! Acceptance and Commitment Skills Training: ACTr weaves research-based psychological methods with contemplative skills such as compassion, presence and equanimity, as well as inquiries of the self to enhance mental and behavioral health. Scott Mcfee will guide three weekend workshops on Sundays July 14, 21, and 28. Registration open to all and held at Marigold. $180 public; $160 educators. Scholarships available. Contact us.
Supervisor 101: University Human Resources invites supervisors to attend a pilot opportunity to provide feedback on the new Supervisor 101. Supervisor 101 is a 90-minute program designed to give new-to-OSU supervisors the information they need to be successful, highlighting key resources that supervisors need in their first month. This is a chance to experience new training followed by a feedback session to share insights and suggestions. 9 a.m. to noon, June 26, MU 13: Register. 9 a.m. to noon, July 30, Tykeson Hall 111, OSU-Cascades: Register. 9 a.m. to noon, Aug. 5, Zoom (link provided after registration): Register. Contact Carolyn Warfield ([email protected]) with accommodation requests.
Going Deep: A Retreat for Exploring Authenticity, Purpose and Interbeing. We invite you to look within for clarity and inspiration using specific contemplative practices and craft a map for your authentic journey at this moment in your life. Urban retreat held at Marigold, July 26-28, guided by Joseph Bailey. Sliding scale $100-$200; register here or apply for student scholarship. Contact us.
NEW! Monthly Emergency Preparedness Topic: Pets in Disasters. The likelihood that you and your animals will survive an emergency such as a fire, flood, tornado or earthquake is directly related to your level of emergency planning. Whether you decide to stay in place in an emergency or evacuate to a safer location, you will need to make plans in advance for your pets. Keep in mind that what is best for you is also typically best for your animals. English and Spanish versions of this bulletin can be found here: https://emergency.oregonstate.edu/emergency-preparedness/preparedness-topics/pets-disasters.
NEW! Meditation Research Study: The OSU Edwards Social Cognition Lab in the School of Psychological Science is looking for volunteers to take a self-guided, online meditation course for eight weeks and complete some research tasks for a study. The project offers $60 Amazon gift cards for completing the course and tasks. For more information or to sign up, visit: https://scl.liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/active-studies.
NEW! Automated Driving System research: The School of Civil and Construction Engineering and the School of Psychological Science are seeking paid volunteers for research studies. The purpose of this research study is to make Automated Driving System (ADS) vehicles safer for pedestrians with disabilities. To participate in one of the studies, you must identify as having a visual, hearing and/or mobility disability(s) and be at least 18 years old. Volunteers must commit 60 minutes to the research and will wear either a VR headset or a lightweight wearable device. To participate, email Lena Breuer at [email protected] or call or text at 803-457-6630
Togetherall Poster Recall: The Togetherall program sponsored by CAPS will be discontinued at the end of June. Please take down posters advertising this program. For questions email [email protected].
Policy update: Controller’s Unit policy for 03-150-103 Subscription-Based IT Arrangements has been updated. Please see the Controller’s Unit Policy Program website for more information and contact the Policy Steward listed on the policy with any questions.
Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue: Learn skills for creating alignment and agreement by fostering open dialogue around high-stakes, emotional, or risky topics. Discover how to speak and be heard (and how to encourage others to do the same), surface the best ideas, make the highest-quality decisions, and act on your decisions with unity and commitment. View dates for Summer and Fall 2024 In-person and Zoom courses here.
Office of Human Resources Learning & Development is now accepting FYI Friday presentation proposals for Fall 2024 and Fall 2025: Does your unit have a new or existing service, process, system, policy, or research you want to share with the campus community? Consider FYI Friday as your venue! FYI Friday is a program where campus partners are invited to present what they’re working on to a broad audience of professional faculty, academic faculty and classified staff. Learn more about the requirements and application process. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] with any questions, or for assistance with your application.
Graduate opportunities: Oregon Sea Grant is currently accepting applications for its spring graduate-level opportunities, featuring the Oregon Natural Resource Policy Fellowship (NRPF) and the Malouf Marine Studies Scholarship. The NRPF provides hands-on experience in natural resource policy at the state level, while the Malouf Scholarship supports graduate students conducting societally relevant coastal research applicable to Oregon. An informational webinar discussing these opportunities, along with future ones, is scheduled for June 14. To learn more and apply, visit: https://seagrant.oregonstate.edu/osg-2024-spring-fellowship-opportunities.
30th Street: As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, SW 30th Street will be closed in both directions from SW Washington Way to SW Campus Way. The closure will be in effect starting Monday, June 17 through Friday, June 28. The intersections at Jefferson Way and Campus Way will remain open.
Washington Way: The sidewalk closure on 35th Street, approaching the Washington Way intersection, has been extended through Thursday, June 20. Flagging operations and traffic delays will continue intermittently through Thursday, June 20. Sidewalk closure signs and barriers will be in place on 35th Street, on both the east and west sidewalks, approaching the Washington Way intersection. Pedestrians should plan to use Jefferson Way, 30th Street and the multi-use path on Washington Way to detour around the area. No crosswalk access will be available at the intersection of Washington Way and 35th Street The multi-use path on Washington Way will remain accessible from 35th Street.
This email only lists new or recently updated job postings. For a full list of current job postings for OSU Today, go to: http://today.oregonstate.edu/email/jobs To apply for the below positions, visit jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified.
NEW! Radiation Protection Technologist 1: The Radiation Center invites applicants for a full-time Radiation Protection Technologist 1 position. Posting #P04857CT. Full consideration July 7. Closes July 14.
NEW! The College of Engineering is looking for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Program Representative 1. The Program Representative 1 (Student Success & Scholarships Coordinator) is a key advocate for student success and student financing within the College of Engineering (COE), playing a central role in facilitating scholarship disbursements and student support programs, and helping to foster a supportive and inclusive campus environment. Posting #P04854CT. Full consideration July 13. Closes July 20.
“I grow plants for many reasons: to please my eye or to please my soul, to challenge the elements or to challenge my patience, for novelty or for nostalgia, but mostly for the joy in seeing them grow.” ~ David Hobson
Corvallis: Mostly sunny today, high of 66, low of 44. Sunny tomorrow.
Central Oregon: Sunny today, high of 60, low of 35. Sunny tomorrow.
Newport: Mostly sunny today, high of 63, low of 43. Sunny tomorrow.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr