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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.
“Any stressor will likely have more of an impact on early life stages than later life stages,” says Susanne Brander, a toxicologist at Oregon State University who is studying how plastics might affect the growth of fish.
The problem is that during the past five years, Detroit Lake has struggled to reach its traditional summertime water level; when it doesn't get there, the local economy takes an $11 million economic hit, according to a study by Oregon State University.
Spring has sprung and gardeners can hardly wait to get their hands in the soil. Got questions before you get started? Get answers from Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service.
“We are starting to realize that because of what we’ve done in the past, if we don’t intervene we will jeopardize what we take to be ecosystem health,” said Michael Nelson, a professor of environmental ethics at Oregon State University who analyzed public comments on the National Park Service’s wolf reintroduction plan.
“Caring on whole is good, but for some youth it is possible to care too much, which can lead to over-investment in others’ lives and problems,” said John Geldhof, an assistant professor in Oregon State University’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences and the study’s lead author.
Members of the Oregon State University men’s basketball program visited Liberty Elementary School in Albany on Tuesday morning expecting to punch tickets for the school’s mileage club but ended up signing more autographs.
Braaten and former Oregon State gymnast Taylor Ricci shared their stories dealing with mental health in short documentaries for Dam Worth It, a campaign the two started in January 2018 to help end the stigma surrounding mental health and athletes.
Trek Theatre: Trek Theatre of Eugene presents its only Corvallis performance of the classic Star Trek episode: "Space Seed." The crew of the Enterprise encounters a sleeper ship that contains one of the most dangerous and renowned villains of the Star Trek universe - the genetically enhanced, super-tyrant Khan Noonian Singh. With this performance, Trek Theatre continues to perform science fiction community theater that raises important questions about the role of science and technology in contemporary culture and society. Admission is free and open to the public. Monday, April 15, from 7-8 p.m., MU Ballroom. (photo features actor from previous OSU performance by Trek Theatre in 2016)
Invitations to Attend Accreditation Open Forums: Classified staff, faculty (academic and professional) and students are invited to attend their respective open forums on Monday, April 15, or Tuesday, April 16, during the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) visit to OSU. For details visit the University Accreditation Website. OSU has published its Year Seven Self-Evaluation Report as well as an Executive Summary in preparation for the site visit.
Monks, Mystical Diaries, and Queer Kinship: Join us at the Center for the Humanities for a talk by Tekla Bude, assistant professor in the School of Writing, Literature, and Film. Bude’s research focuses on ways medieval writers were influenced by and influenced the study of music, arithmetic, geometry, and astronomy. Her new book project investigates forms of "silent" or "metaphysical" music from 1300 to 1550. In this talk, she’ll discuss how the diaries of two 15th-century Carthusian monks manifest musical expressions of their affection and desire for one another. Monday, April 15, 4 p.m., Autzen House, 811 S.W. Jefferson.
NEW! Author and editor reception: Join us at the Center for the Humanities for a night of readings, discussion and a reception focusing on history, politics and ethnic studies at the 2019 Authors and Editors Recognition. On April 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. featured authors include Nicole von Germeten for her book "Profit and Passion: Transactional Sex in Colonial Mexico" and Ron Mize for his book "Latina/o Studies." More information on this event is at https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/provost/2019-osu-authors-and-editors-recognition.
NEW 6K and Kid Run: The Oregon State track and field program and the Heart of the Valley (HOTV) Run Club has partnered to offer a community 6K and kid run immediately prior to the Oregon State High Performance Meet on Saturday, April 27. The 6K starts at 8:15 a.m. and finishes at the Whyte Track and Field Center. Register here.
NEW! Hackathon 4 is Here: The OSU Hackathon is a day-long event where team members work together to solve a problem or build something new. All OSU employees are invited to participate. The registration deadline is Tuesday, April 23, so form a team and do it soon – space is limited. Projects are not limited to coding or technology, we welcome projects of all kinds. The Hackathon will be held on Friday, May 3. Ready to get hacking or have more questions? Learn more and register your team at beav.es/hack.
NEW! Food and Fermentation Science trivia and silent auction: Test your knowledge on food, wine and beer in an event hosted by OSU Vitis club and OSU College Bowl team on May 4, from 1-3 p.m., in Oldfield Animal Pavilion. $30 per team. For more information and to register go here.
Mariachi music: The OSU Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) Chapter will host a mariachi band from Woodburn High School during Ag Day (Tuesday, April 16), with music at 11 a.m. on the quad in front of the MU. There will be a Krispy Kreme fundraiser selling a dozen original glazed donuts for $12 or one donut for $1. Pick-up will be at the OSU MANRRS booth in the SEC PLAZA April 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
OSU Day at the Capitol: OSU Day at the Capitol 2019 is on Wednesday, April 17. We’ll be talking about important issues such as keeping OSU affordable and accessible for all Oregonians and encouraging legislators to invest in innovative new spaces on our campuses in Corvallis and Bend. Oregon legislators need to hear why these issues are important to you. We're counting on you to show up on April 17 on behalf of the Beavers across the state, nation and world. Sign-up with the following link: https://goo.gl/forms/BEZv6m0oX80ekzw23 Contact Claire McMorris ([email protected]) with any questions.
Funding for International Research: US Student Fulbright Program: LeAnn Adam, OSU’s coordinator for prestigious scholarships, will present two information sessions on Fulbright opportunities. Fulbright offers grants for individually designed study/research projects or English Teaching Assistantships for one academic year in a participating country outside the U.S. Applicants for the Fulbright US Student Program include graduating seniors, recent graduates and master’s and doctoral candidates in all disciplines. Join us to learn more about Fulbright, hear from past Fulbright recipients and current semifinalists, and start your own Fulbright journey. April 18, 5-6 p.m. in MU 109; April 25, 2-3 p.m. in Heckart Lodge 110.
Artwork of Shelley Jordon: The artwork of Oregon State University professor of art Shelley Jordon is on display in the Fairbanks Gallery of Art through April 25. Jordon, who teaches painting and drawing in the School of Arts and Communication in the College of Liberal Arts, is a painter and moving image artist who explores interior and exterior worlds and connections between past and present experiences. Fairbanks Gallery is in Fairbanks Hall, 220 S.W. 26th St., on the OSU main campus. It is open 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
NEW! OSU Accreditation Site Visit: OSU employees who are not located on the Corvallis campus can participate online in the accreditation open forums and exit meeting. For information on how to access these sessions remotely, go to the university accreditation website: https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/provost/university-accreditation. Individuals located on the Corvallis campus are encouraged to participate in person. Questions regarding accessing these online sessions can be directed to Sara Daly.
NEW! Center for Genome Research and Biocomputing Seminar (CGRB): Melissa Haendel, OHSU/OSU, will present a seminar “The Yellow Brick Road of Open Science: Barriers to bringing data to its highest valued use” on Wednesday, April 17, at 3 p.m., in the Agricultural & Life Sciences Bldg. 4001. There will be a short reception following the seminar (refreshments served).
NEW! Artist talk: The School of Arts & Communication’s Visiting Artists and Scholars Lecture Series presents Cassils on Wednesday, April 17, at 6 p.m. in C&E Hall at the LaSells Stewart Center. A light reception with the artist will take place prior at 5:30 p.m. in the myrtle tree alcove. Cassils is a performance artist, body builder and transgender icon. They make their body the protagonist of their performances, contemplating the history of violence, representation, struggle and survival. Cassils will speak about past works and their starting points, development processes and historical contexts. Free, open to the public. Seating limited to 200. https://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/sac/art-and-art-history/visiting-artists-and-scholars-vas-lecture-series.
NEW! An Evening with Oregon Poet Laureate Kim Stafford: In his talk "Earth Verse: Writing for the Good Earth," Stafford will explore how poetry and stories have long provided solace, clarity, and a chance to make peace with ourselves, each other, and the Earth. Wednesday, April 17, at the OSU Valley Library rotunda, 7 p.m. Free and open to everyone. Sponsored by the Spring Creek Project, OSU Press, and OSU's School of Writing, Literature and Film. Learn more.
NEW! Critical Questions Series: Amy D. Propen, assistant professor of writing at UC Santa Barbara, will examine the value systems that inform decision making in the Anthropocene. She asks, how might we best act with compassion and advocacy for vulnerable species while remaining mindful of their own agency and autonomy? Lecture takes place at Autzen House on April 17, from 4-5:30 p.m.
NEW! WRGP Water Resources Science Spring Seminar Series.Kevan Moffett, Washington State University"s School of the Environment, will present “Urban Ecohydrology: Tackling the Nexus of Heat-Water-Vegetation-Land Cover-Human Relations” on Wednesday, April 17, from 4 to 5 p.m. in BEXL 328. Free and open to the public.
NEW! Sports, equality and careers: On April 20, former Beavers and other professional athletes will speak about sports, equality, education, and transitioning into new careers. Featured panelists include former Beavers, NBA All-Star/Blazer Steve Johnson and Super Bowl champion Josh Andrews, as well as MLB All-Star Gary Matthews Jr. and WNBA champion Kara Braxton. Program begins after the spring football game from 3-4:30 p.m. in the CH2M HILL Alumni Center Ballroom. Limited tickets available at blaqathlete.eventbrite.com. For questions, contact [email protected] or 541-737-4181.
NEW! Advancing Women in Leadership: On April 25, the Center for the Advancement of Women in Leadership and OSU Athletics will host the second Advancing Women in Leadership event at Reser Stadium at 5 p.m.. Join us for engaging conversations with our speakers: Valerie Cleary, Diane Penny, and Beth Mowins. We encourage you to RSVP today to save your spot.
Duo Sign Up Events: The Duo team will have walk-up events for employees to sign up for Duo, get questions answered, and obtain a token if needed. This is a drop-in event, no registration needed. Signup takes less than five minutes. There will be two signup events on Tuesday, April 16. The first event is at Milam Hall 119, from 9 a.m. to noon; the second event is at Richardson Hall, in "the knuckle," from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information about Duo, see https://is.oregonstate.edu/duo.
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 April 16, 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.
STEAM Speaker: The annual da Vinci Days STEAM Speaker Series will offer the public opportunities to explore the art and science of waves, from the depths of the ocean to the haunting tones of a one-of-a-kind musical instrument and the intersections of art and water. Following the theme of “Making Waves,” the free, family-friendly presentations will be held every Tuesday in April at the Hilton Garden Inn, 2500 S.W. Western Ave. in Corvallis. April 16, “Marine Energy: What, Where, Why, How and OSU” will be given by Bryson Robertson, director of the Pacific Marine Energy Center and an assistant professor in the OSU College of Engineering. The talks begin at 6 p.m. and are free and open to the public. More information about the STEAM speaker series and the annual festival at the Benton County Fairgrounds is available online at davincidays.org.
IMPACT STUDIO SESSIONS: Join Rich Duncombe, Impact Studio director, on April 18 from noon to. 1 p.m., in MU 215 Thought Lab for a conversation about the 2019 Impact Studio initiatives. Duncombe will open with a summary of the three new initiatives being pursued in 2019 and an overview of the Impact Studio development process. This will be the first studio session of a series being offered every three months to discuss the active initiatives in our portfolio and broader topics relating to how to lead adjacent innovation inside of Oregon State and other successful institutions.
OSU Supplier Showcase and Expo: The OSU Supplier Showcase & Expo is brought to you by Procurement, Contracts and Materials Management and University Conference Services. The Showcase & Expo is designed to provide educational and business value to both campus attendees, as well as participating suppliers. The goal for the event is to connect OSU staff and faculty in the market for goods and services with suppliers doing business, or interested in doing business with OSU. April 25, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., CH2M Hill Alumni Center. For more information: https://osuexpo.org/.
NEW! Library services: Help improve library services. Go here: https://bit.ly/2Cp1LAY to take a survey and enter for a chance to win a gift card. It will take less than 10 minutes. For more information or questions, contact Brooke Robertshaw, [email protected].
NSF Science and Technology Centers: Integrative Partnerships limited submission funding opportunity: The Science and Technology Centers: Integrative Partnerships program supports innovative, complex research and education projects. STCs focus on creating new scientific paradigms, establishing new scientific disciplines and developing transformative technologies that have the potential for broad scientific or societal impact. Instructions on how to submit a letter of intent are here. [email protected]
NEW! National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is April 14-20. Chief Suzy Tannenbaum, OSP Lt. Craig Flierl, public safety officers, troopers, and staff wish to thank our campus dispatchers for their service and dedication, grace under pressure, and compassion when people are most in need. Thank you for working nights, holidays, and weekends, and the amazing job you do. We encourage the OSU community to learn more about the dispatch center and public safety department by visiting our website at https://publicsafety.oregonstate.edu/.
Funding Database: OSU has an institutional subscription to GrantFoward. Questions on how to sign up? Email [email protected].
Limited submission: A limited submission proposal is a type of broad agency announcement, request for proposal, or other funding opportunity, in which the sponsor restricts the number of applications or proposals that can be submitted by an institution or a unit within an institution. The Research Office works to keep track of these opportunities on the Office for Research Development Website.
OSU Health and Safety Committee - The University Health and Safety Committee invites campus members interested in health and safety to attend our open meetings, held semi-annually in May and October. Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 2:30 to 4 p.m.. Anyone can access OSU’s University Health & Safety Committee online at http://oregonstate.edu/ehs/casc, including past meeting minutes, information on how to contact a committee member, and a web link to report safety concerns. If you are interested in attending the meeting or would like additional information about the Safety Committee, contact Kay Miller at [email protected] to RSVP and request the meeting location.
Scheduled: Campus Wide Steam Shutdown: Each year Facilities Services performs necessary maintenance on the university’s steam system, which requires shutting off the steam throughout campus, to complete maintenance services at the plant, throughout the steam tunnels and in each building. This process affects hot water supply, heating, and all equipment that uses steam, campus wide. The steam shutdown for 2019 will occur from 6 p.m. on June 16 to 5 p.m. on June 20. For questions or comments on this closure contact Facilities Services at 541-737-2969.
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! This is an Internal Employment Opportunity: The Office of Admissions is seeking an Admissions Advisor. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term professional faculty position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Director. Posting # P02891UF. Closes April 19.
NEW! Student Information Technology (ECS Student Worker)- The Office Enterprise Computing Services in Corvallis. Invites applications for two part-time (a maximum of 20 hours per week), 12-month Student Accounts Student Information Technology (ECS Student Worker) post # P05043SE. Closes April 24.
Newport Business Office Manager, AMBC, Oregon State University. The position is located in Newport. This is a working manager position responsible for the accounting and fiscal activities for the Newport units served by AMBC. Position is a full-time, 12-month, fixed-term professional faculty position. Starting salary range is $56K-77K, commensurate with education and experience. Posting # P02922UF. Full consideration date May 1. Closes May 8.
NEW! Regional Director - The Division of University Outreach and Engagement Extension Service at Oregon State University invites applications for a full-time 1.0 FTE, 12-month fixed-term professional faculty position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the vice provost of University Outreach and Engagement and the Director of Extension Service. The region assigned will be southern Oregon, which will cover Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and Lake counties. The office location will be in Klamath Falls. Posting# P02913UF. Closes May 10.
"Sometimes you'll have some things, and sometimes you'll have other things. And you do not need it all at once; it's not good for you." ~ Dame Emma Thompson, who turns 60 today.
Corvallis: Rain Monday, high of 51, low of 42. Chance of showers Tuesday.
Central Oregon: Rain and snow Monday followed by rain, high of 47, low of 32.
Newport: Rain Monday, high of 51, low of 43. Showers Tuesday.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/