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. 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.
A handful of transnational corporations in key sectors such as agriculture, forestry, seafood, minerals and fossil energy have a significant environmental impact but also possess the ability to influence important industry changes to ensure long-term sustainability, and these features of change underscore that, said James Watson, a co-author of the paper and an assistant professor who specializes in sustainability science at Oregon State University.
Oregon State University and Virginia Commonwealth University are two institutions that lead the way in inclusivity through these dialogue programs. Both universities have made strides through their diversity offices and continue to exemplify the hard work that goes into providing a comfortable campus climate for students, faculty and staff.
“Saving seed can be really fun and is a great way to learn about plants,” said Weston Miller, a horticulturist with Oregon State University Extension Service. “If you choose the right types of vegetables, you can keep them going year after year without buying them again.” (See also Statesman Journal)
While raising cattle on restored grassland is certainly more eco-friendly than doing it on fragile ecosystems, our hunger for beef and the industrial chain developed to feed means raising cattle in a completely environmentally benign way is difficult, says Oregon State University agriculture sciences professor Boone Kauffman.
Oregon State University has had a banner year in research grant funding—nearly $440 million in 2019. (Only in 2017 did the institution bring in more research grants and contracts in a fiscal year.) Their research has potential impacts in Oregon, across the country and around the globe.
Now, with oceanographers warning that a new Blob could be forming in the Pacific Ocean, Fisher is again preparing for strange encounters when she heads out on a research cruise later this month. “This is a very similar situation,” says Fisher, who works at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport.
With September being national preparedness month, Oregon Sea Grant is encouraging people on the coast to practice tsunami evacuation using tsunami quests.
Steve Renquist, extension agent for Oregon State University in Douglas County, said the bulk of newly planted acres in the Umpqua Valley do not appear to be coming from new growers, but rather existing businesses that are expanding their capacity.
Before she moved into Finley Hall on the Oregon State University campus, incoming freshman Maddie Thompson did as much research as she could about the building to reduce her stress about moving into a residence hall. (see also KEZI)
Oregon State University’s bid to build a new dormitory at the east end of the campus won another tough battle Monday night before the Corvallis City Council.
“The lake records are the missing link,” Oregon State University marine geologist Chris Goldfinger said. “We don’t know very well how hard it is going to shake as you move inland. We have models, which are great, but we don’t have very much direct evidence.” (See also OPB)
Fall is just a few days away, but gardening season isn’t over yet. We’re still getting plenty of questions to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service.
Oregon State University says the number of women on the faculty of its engineering school has rapidly increased and is now among the highest in the nation.
Oregon’s public university workers voted to authorize a strike late Sept. 17 if the union and universities’ representatives can’t reach an agreement on a new contract in negotiations by Monday, Sept. 23. Classified workers for the state’s seven public universities would officially start the strike Sept. 30, according to an announcement from their union SEIU 503, which represents 4,500 public university workers. (see also KEZI, Statesman Journal, Gazette-Times)
Oregon State University-Cascades moved 176 students into its residence building Sunday, the largest number of students living on campus in the campus’ short history.
Oregon State University sports broadcaster Mike Parker was returning to Corvallis from Portland on Monday when his car spun out on southbound Interstate 5 near Jefferson. (see also Oregonian).
The Society of Women Engineers has honored Oregon State University’s dean of the College of Engineering for his work in promoting women in engineering fields.
A Corvallis man reportedly became lost in Oregon State University’s Dunn Research Forest overnight last week after fleeing an aggressive cougar.
A Pacific Northwest bat that that migrates south for the winter faces a serious threat from wind turbines, according to a study by Oregon State University-Cascades. (see also Oregonian, US News & World Report)
In between the stands of lavender lemonade and heirloom tomatoes, eight students from Linn-Benton Community College and Oregon State University were striking up conversations with strangers.
Fulbright for Karl Haapala, INL graduate fellowships.
Today's photo
First day of school: Children in Marion County on their first day of school in the early 1950s. Photo courtesy OSU Special Collections & Archives Research Center.
Today
Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine Ribbon Chewing: The Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine will be celebrating the expansion of Magruder Hall on Monday, Sept. 23 at 1 p.m. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, there will be self-guided tours of the expansion and refreshments. For questions regarding the ceremony, contact [email protected].
Valley Library GameNite+: What’s your game? Come to the Valley Library for a free night of board and card games, compete in the video game tournament, try out virtual reality headsets, check out the latest in 3D printing, and enjoy some pizza. Come learn more about library and community resources through gaming, technology, and maker spaces. OSU ID required. Monday, Sept. 23, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Green New Deal: Panel Discussion on what it is and why we need it: Join the OSU Sunrise Club and Corvallis High School Green Club for this educational presentation and panel discussion on the Green New Deal. Panelists will speak about what the GND is, its historical context, intersections with social justice, and the ambitions and challenges of this bold resolution. Monday, Sept. 23, 7-8:30 p.m., at Corvallis High School Theater. Free and open to all.
Events
NEW! SEIU gathering: All classified staff invited to a bargaining update, Sept. 24 and 25, 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., noon and 12:30 p.m., Valley Library, third floor, Willamette East Seminar room. Update on Bargaining, strike details, focus on financial planning for the strike and financial assistance. Lunch served. Another meeting will be held Sept. 24, at 5 p.m., 6 p.m, and 7 p.m., at Old World Deli, 341 S.W. Second St. Dinner available. More info: Siobhan Burke at 630-699-0281 or [email protected].
NEW! New Student Walk and Convocation: Faculty and staff are invited to join in welcoming new students Tuesday, Sept. 24, during the New Student Walk and Convocation. We invite you to participate in cheering on the incoming class as they proceed down 26th Street to Gill Coliseum from 3 to 3:30 p.m. If you are cheering on the students, line 26th Street on the sidewalks leading down to Gill Coliseum. The New Student Convocation will take place at 3:30 p.m.
NEW! Singu-hilarity: A Robot Comedy Variety Show: Join Jon the Robot (a robotic standup comedian) and some of the area's top nerdy, scientific and autonomous performers for an evening of standup comedy, improv and visual art cosponsored by OSU. This show will take place Friday, Oct. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in The Majestic Theatre's Community Room. Tickets are $10.
NEW! To coincide with OSU Welcome Week, the 41st annual Fall Festival Run welcomes all students, families and friends to a 5K or 10K through Oregon State’s campus Sept. 29. Register online to take advantage of savings.
OSUsed Store Public Sales: The OSUsed Store is open for its weekly public sales Tuesday 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and 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 our website.
Art sale: An art sale that runs through Sept. 26 at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport will benefit the conservation of Oregon’s estuaries. Thirty-three pieces, created by Northwest artists, are on display at the Oregon Sea Grant-operated Visitor Center at Hatfield. A portion of the sale of each piece of art will support The Wetlands Conservancy’s efforts to protect the state’s estuaries. The art is part of the 175-piece Ode to the Tides art show and sale, which debuted at OSU in May. Oregon Sea Grant is one of the sponsors. Learn more: bit.ly/305F6Ds
Art faculty show: Oregon State University’s Fairbanks Gallery of Art is hosting an exhibit of work by members of the art faculty throughout August and September. The exhibit includes art by Evan Baden, Michael Boonstra, Julia Bradshaw, Anna Fidler, Julie Green, Yuji Hiratsuka, Shelley Jordon, Andrew Myers, Kerry Skarbakka, Felix Oliveros, Mazdak Shadkam and Lorenzo Triburgo and Sarah Van Dyck. Fairbanks Hall, 220 SW 26th St., Corvallis. Gallery hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. For information on the walk go to www.corvallisartswalk.com.
International Friendship Program: Invitation to all OSU and Corvallis community members to participate in the International Friendship Program. The program pairs you up with OSU International students and scholars for monthly social activities focused on community, culture and support. Register by Oct. 15, at https://bit.ly/2M1t8be. For more information, see https://international.oregonstate.edu/ois/international-friendship-program. Contact [email protected] with any questions.
Save the date: Research Office Faculty Orientation: Research Office Faculty Orientation: Connecting Faculty to Research Office Resources, will be held Oct. 23, 9 a.m.to noon, MU Horizon Room. Additional information on the way in the next couple of weeks. For more information: [email protected]
Lectures, Workshops, Webinars
NEW! Gouri Mahadwar – Water Resource Engineering M.S. Defense: Gouri Mahadwar will present her dissertation, “Microbial communities as drivers of in situ chemical transformation in streams and wastewater,” on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 3 p.m. in Strand 260. Gouri is completing her M.S. under the guidance of major professor Gerrad Jones. Free and open to the public.
NEW! Bioinformatics Users Group (BUG): “CGRB’s new DFS for one and all. Don’t know what a Distributed File System is? Come find out. Christopher Sullivan and Ken Lett, Center for Genome Research & Biocomputing, Wednesday, Sept. 25, noon, ALS 3005. 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. No experience needed to participate. For additional information, see https://cgrb.oregonstate.edu/bug
NEW! FROM LAB to MARKET: Badass Women Increasing Research Impact Through the Market: Co-hosted by the OSU Advantage Accelerator and VertueLab Sept 30 at 5:30 p.m. in MU 104. There will be two panels: one of women entrepreneurs and researchers that will provide insights into fundraising, grant management, scaling and managing a startup, and another of funding experts that will talk about SBIR federal funding, state matching dollars, and other funds. Refreshments will be provided. RSVP at http://bit.ly/OSUBadassWomen
NEW! Accessibility Basics for the Web: Learn how to make websites accessible to people with disabilities and also learn about the OSU Policy on Information Technology Accessibility. All are welcome; employees with website responsibilities are encouraged if they have not attended yet. Register for a session, offered Oct. 3, Dec. 5, Feb. 7, April 15 or June 4.
NEW! Visiting Writers Series: Jia Tolentino, author of "Trick Mirror: Reflections on Self-Delusion," will read at The Black Box Lab Theater in Withycombe Hall on Oct. 4, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
NEW! Search Advocate workshops: Register now for the fall, winter or spring search advocate workshop series. Search advocates are external process advisors for employee search committees, working to enhance equity, validity and diversity. Become a search advocate by completing the two-part workshop series, which introduces the search advocate role and strategies, provides an overview of implicit bias, diversity and the legal environment for hiring, and does a deep dive into early stages of the search process.. For more information, see http://searchadvocate.oregonstate.edu or contact Anne Gillies, Search Advocate Program Director in Faculty Affairs.
REGISTER NOW! New2OSU: New2OSU is focused on impacting student success by accelerating the effectiveness of newer teachers. This certificated program is intended for newer faculty and for those looking for teaching renewal. Registration is now open. The CTL will accept 20 applicants on a first-come, first-served basis. New2OSU launches Monday, Sept. 30. Free. Details and registration here.
Portland Business Roundtable: Chi Nguyen, executive director at APANO, will discuss the history, current impact and future of the census as well as local repercussions that a citizenship question would have on Oregon specifically. Join us at Andina restaurant on Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Price is $10 for OSUAA members and $20 for non-members.
Become a Master Recycler: Act soon to secure your spot. This eight-week class will cover all aspects of waste reduction, reuse and recycling. It will be hosted on the OSU campus on Tuesday nights, Oct. 1 through Nov. 19, plus field trips. This non-credit class is free to those who agree to pay back what they learned by completing 30 hours of volunteer service within one year of course completion. Visit http://tiny.cc/recycclass for more details and to register.
OMSI Communication Fellowship Info Session: Attention STEM students and faculty, OMSI will give a presentation and answer questions about the OSU-OMSI spring science communication program. Student participation fulfills broader impact and outreach goals for OSU grant-funded research. Bring your lunch and join us on Oct. 10 from noon to 1 p.m. in LPSC 402 to learn more and see demo presentations from current fellows. See https://www.science.oregonstate.edu/omsi-partnership for more information.
Take Note
NEW! Proposed Updates to University Policies & Standards: Visit the University Policy Program’s What’s New page (http://policy.oregonstate.edu/whats-new) to view three pending policy amendments. Proposed University Standard 07-025 Vehicle Use and Parking governs the use of vehicles on university property. Proposed University Standard 07-020 Smoking and Tobacco Use on University Property prohibits the use of tobacco products on university property. Proposed University Policy 07-040 Safety of Minors outlines roles and responsibilities of individuals who engage in programs, activities or events involving minors. This page is updated frequently with new developments so we encourage you to check back frequently. Comments or questions may be submitted to [email protected]
NEW! New Graduate Student Commons on the Valley Library’s sixth floor: The Graduate Student Commons replaces and expands the Graduate Student Success Center previously located in the Memorial Union. The Grad Commons features a variety of spaces and services to support graduate student needs, including a reading room, group study room, classroom, computer work stations and more. For more info, go to library.oregonstate.edu, come by the graduate assistant office in Valley Library room 6559, or contact [email protected].
NEW! Get There: New carpooling tool for OSU: Get There is carpooling made easy; just click on the link below to join the OSU-Corvallis Get There network. Type in your regular commute info and find other Beavers who take a similar route. Email [email protected] if you have a question. Register at: getthere.oregonstate.edu
NEW! Faculty field trip series to the Oregon coast: Hosted by the Marine Studies Office and Hatfield Marine Science Center. Starting in October, join us in touring coastal locations and explorin Hatfield Marine Science Center, including the new Marine Studies Building; experiential learning opportunities for your students; resources at the coast for teaching and research. Several dates are available fall term. Sign up here or on our website: https://beav.es/Zh5
Health & Safety: The University Health & Safety Committee wants to promote health and safety by providing access to the SAIF Online Learning Center, which is available online at https://www.saif.com/trainings/learning-center-information.html and can be accessed using OSU’s policy number (790684). You can also access OSU’s University Health & Safety Committee online at http://ehs.oregonstate.edu/uhsc, including past meeting minutes, information on how to contact a committee member, and a link to report safety concerns online.
New Safety Awards, nominations being accepted: The University Health & Safety Committee desires to recognize OSU members who are taking extra steps to promote health and safety, and to reduce accidents, incidents and injuries to employees, students or visitors. The new Safety Recognition Program provides a medium to recognize faculty, staff and student employees for their positive behaviors and actions. Examples might include actions, programs, safety achievements or an approach that places safety at its forefront. Nominations will be open for submissions via online at https://ehs.oregonstate.edu/announcement/safety-award-nominations
and reviewed once per term (excluding summer.)
Mindful After Cancer (MAC) study: At least half of breast and gynecologic cancer survivors face sexual difficulties, and there are few resources to help. Prior research suggests that mindfulness training along with education can make a positive difference in cancer survivors’ well-being, body image, relationships and sexual well-being. Women who were diagnosed with stage 1-4 breast or gynecologic cancer at least two years ago are invited to participate in the free MAC program online, from the privacy of their homes. The program is eight weeks long, with an online group meeting each week for 1½ to 2 hours. Participants will fill out an online survey before and one month after the program ends, and will get $20 for each survey completed. To find out more, go to health.oregonstate.edu/research/projects/survivorship/mac, or email [email protected] for more information. This study is being conducted by the College of Public Health and Human Sciences. The principal investigator is Jessica R. Gorman.
Launch Academy nominations and new scholarship: Faculty and staff are invited to nominate creative, problem-solving, critically thinking students to join Launch Academy, a course for students of all majors who have ideas for services, products or community change. Launch Academy students have access to funding, mentorship, co-working space, travel grants and prototyping support. New this year is our tuition scholarship. Nominate students here and contact [email protected] with any questions. Launch Academy is a program of InnovationX, OSU's Center of Excellence for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
Apply now for the OSU Ecampus Research Fellows Program: If you are interested in conducting research about online teaching and learning, the OSU Ecampus Research Unit will help you plan your proposal for the Ecampus Research Fellows Program. The OSU Ecampus Research Unit annually funds up to five faculty and/or department projects, $20,000 each, to support research in the areas of distance and online education, including hybrid delivery. Info sessions will be held Oct. 1 at 1 p.m. and Oct. 4 at 11:30 a.m. at the 4th floor of The Valley Library, Drinkward Conference Room. Applications are due Nov. 1. For more information, contact Mary Ellen Dello Stritto, [email protected].
Momentum: Materials science has long been a signature research area of the College of Engineering and an important tenet of its recently refreshed Strategic Plan 2020-2025: Creating a Better Future. Whether the goal is improving existing processes or creating something entirely new, materials science brings together expertise in mechanical, electrical, optical, magnetic and chemical properties to build things smarter, safer and stronger. In the fall 2019 issue of Momentum, the college highlights a few of the innovative approaches Oregon State Engineers are taking to precisely tweak critical properties of the materials used to power our lives.
Rec Sports Membership: Rec Sports memberships are now available for purchase. To enjoy membership benefits, individuals must have a direct relationship with Oregon State University. (This includes faculty, staff, associates, affiliates, e-campus students and OSU alumni). Faculty and staff may register for payroll deduction through Friday, Nov. 1. Students who have paid the full OSU Incidental fees for the Corvallis campus automatically receive membership.
Rec Sports Fall Program Sales and Locker Rentals: Rec Sports members are now able to register for fall DAM Fit High-Intensity Interval Training classes as well as purchase Group Fitness and Intramural Sports passes. In addition, members are now able to purchase locker rentals for various durations by visiting Dixon’s Rec Services desk. Members with pre-existing rentals are able to renew locker rentals online.
Student Support at the Undergrad Research & Writing Studio: The Undergrad Research & Writing Studio, located in the Valley Library, encourages faculty to hold class meetings in the studio and take advantage of its flexible workspaces, including modular tables and large display monitors suitable for collaboration. Studio consultants (peer mentors who specialize in research and writing support) are available to work with students during the visit. Faculty may reserve studio time by completing a reservation form. Call 541-737-2776 for more information.
PFLA open to all university employees: The Professional Faculty Leadership Association welcomes anyone who works at the university and provides a forum for those currently in or aspiring to a leadership role. PFLA supports Professional Faculty at OSU through education, connection, recognition and advocacy. PFLA members strive to be the best leaders, managers and colleagues possible. To join, complete the online application form.
Traffic and Maintenance
Water shutdown in Gilbert Addition: Sept. 23, 8 a.m. to noon. The water will be shut down in the Gilbert Addition for plumbing repairs. This will affect the domestic water in restrooms, custodial closets, sinks and drinking fountains. For questions or comments on this notice contact, Facilities Services at 541-737-2969.
Agricultural and Life Sciences supply fans shutdown: Sept. 24, 6 to 11 a.m. The fans will be shut down one at a time to perform preventive maintenance and change air filter. Building occupants may notice slight pressure flow changes throughout the building. For questions or comments on this closure contact Facilities Services at 541-737-2969.
Jobs
This email only lists new or recently updated job postings. For a full list of current job postings for OSU Today, go to: jobs.oregonstate.edu
To apply for the below positions, visit unless otherwise specified.
NEW! INTO OSU is recruiting for an Arabic Language and Culture Advisor: This position is designed to enhance the student experience at INTO OSU by offering proactive support to students and staff. The Arabic Language and Culture Advisor provides cultural adjustment and translation support to ensure students’ success at OSU. This position supports the center by providing feedback on the student experience to improve processes and programming, as well as providing cross-cultural education and perspectives. Link to apply: https://beav.es/ZhT. Closes Sept. 29.
NEW! Ecampus is seeking a Lecture Media Coordinator (Information Technology Consultant 3) This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) classified position. This position provides media support for Ecampus course developments. Closing date Sept. 29. Posting #P02361CT
Weather
"I ask the rights to pursue happiness by having a voice in that government to which I am accountable." ~ Suffragette and the first female nominee for U.S. President Victoria Woodhull, born today in 1838.
Corvallis: Mostly cloudy today, high of 74, low of 49. Patchy fog and then sunny Tuesday.
Central Oregon: Sunny, high of 68, low of 50. Mostly sunny Tuesday.
Newport: Mostly sunny, high of 67, low of 52. Chance of rain and then mostly cloudy Tuesday.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/
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