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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
“What’s rule number one?” veterinarian Charles “Chuck” Estill asks a room full of students attending Oregon State University’s Extension Service calving school.
And researchers from Oregon State University have found that the way you parent your pup can not only influence their behavior, but also their cognition and problem-solving skills.
We often take seeds for granted. We expect that we can plant them, they will grow, and produce a crop – or flower bed if that’s your goal. But seeds don’t always germinate. And if they do, the plant might not grow as expected. The May 22nd Sustainable, Secure Food Blog looks at work being done by Erik Augerson, Oregon State University, to improve hemp crops by studying ways to improve seed vigor and viability.
This insect station, staffed by Katie Hauser of the OSU Extension Service, was one of 10 stations organized for Outdoor School at Camp Elkanah for sixth graders from Baker School District.
Triple corgi goodness: Renee Johnson says “This is Penelope. She lives with Hatfield Marine Science Center Visitor Center volunteer Annie. Meeting her on campus at Hatfield was the highlight of my day and I'm certain she'll bring others joy too! Hard to say which photo is cutest so please choose for me if you decide to include her.” We couldn’t decide either. We are accepting photo submissions at [email protected].
NEW! Timely Teaching Tips: Wondering what college students find most valuable in learning experiences? Students value being treated with trust and respect, having a strong sense of belonging, and seeing clear connections between course content and real life. To learn more, see What Our Best College Instructors Do from Every Learner Everywhere.
Board of Trustees: The Oregon State University Board of Trustees will meet June 1-2 to consider approving a budget and advancing to the construction phase a research complex in Corvallis and a housing project in Newport to serve the university’s Hatfield Marine Science Center. The board will meet from 9:15 a.m.-4 p.m. June 2 in the Horizon Room of the Memorial Union on the Corvallis campus. Board committees will meet June 1 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. in the same location. All meetings are open to the public and can be attended in person, on Zoom or on the phone by calling 1-888-475-4499 (meeting ID: 655 466 888). Meeting agendas and materials are posted as they become available on the board’s website. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made by May 31 to [email protected] or Stacy Jeffries at 541-737-3449.
NEW! Department of Integrative Biology Seminar: George James Kenagy, emeritus professor of biology and curator of mammals, University of Washington, will present a seminar, “Mammalian Reproduction: Female and Male Allocations of Time and Energy, Alternating Capital and Income Investments,” at 10 a.m. June 1 in Gilbert 224. Available on Zoom at https://beav.es/SCa. You may also view it on the Integrative Biology YouTube channel.
Dissertation defense: Department of Microbiology Ph.D. candidate Grace Deitzler will present her Ph.D. dissertation defense, "Of Mice and Bees: Examining the Impact of Multiple Stressors on Host Physiology, Behavior, and Gut Microbiome," at noon June 1 in Linus Pauling Science Center Room 402. Committee: Maude David, Kathy Magnusson, Ramesh Sagili, Benjamin Philmus and David Maddison. Email [email protected] for Zoom link.
David Sweeney Master of Public Policy defense: Title: "Restrictive Police Pursuit Policies," 1 p.m., June 1. Committee: Scott Akins, Michelle Inderbitzen, Rorie Solberg. Contact [email protected] for the Zoom link.
Salgado thesis: History MA student Sharon Salgado will give a presentation based on her thesis, “Oaxaqueñas: Placemaking and Resistance among Indigenous Mixtec and Zapotec Mexican Women Migrants in Oregon,” 2 p.m., June 1, Memorial Union 208. Salgado’s research traces the migration journeys of three women from small rural communities in Oaxaca to northern Mexico, California, and ultimately Oregon.
HMSC Research Seminar: Maria Winters with the Coastal Flood Lab at the University of California, Los Angeles will be giving a seminar titled “Observations and Modeling of Anthropogenic Dune Evolution and Erosion in Southern California,” at 3:30 p.m., June 1. In person at HMSC’s GVMSB Auditorium or online. Zoom link or call +1-971-247-1195 Meeting ID: 945 5573 115. Click here for more information.
NEW! Education lecture: Join Tenisha Tevis and the College of Education for her presentation, "Criticality and Praxis: Disrupting Dominant Ideologies and Biased Institutional Practices." The one-hour lecture will be held from 4-5 p.m. in Furman Hall, Room 405 or via Zoom: https://beav.es/SvP.
Department of Botany & Plant Pathology Spring seminar series: “Exploring the multiple evolutions of sex chromosomes in plants,” presented by Sarah Carey of HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology, 4 p.m., June 1, ALS 4001 and via Zoom. For complete schedule visit the BPP Seminar website.
Summer Kickoff: Join OSU Community Engagement & Leadership from 4-6 p.m., June 1 at the Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., for the ultimate Summer Kickoff event. Embrace the sun and enjoy field games, board games and music. This free event is open to all ages, so bring your friends and family for a day of unforgettable fun.
Ideas Matter Lecture Series: "The Importance of Myth as Soul-Making." Professor Marta D. Kunecka in a conversation with ethnographer and translator Vincent Stanzione, 5-7 p.m. June 1 at The Bière Library, 151 NW Monroe Ave., Suite 102, Corvallis. Free, open to all. Presented by the School of History, Philosophy and Religion.
Changemakers: A Conversation with Amber Coyne. Join CPHHS graduate Amber Coyne, MPH ’15, 5:30-6:30 p.m., June 1 to learn about how her roots in public health and special interests in LGBTQ+ health equity, harm reduction and language justice propel her to find innovative ways to address public health risks and keep our most vulnerable populations safe. Register at ForOregonState.org/Changemakers.
NEW! Storm Distinguished Lecture: The Department of Integrative Biology and College of Science present the 2022 Robert M. Storm Distinguished Lecture. George James Kenagy, professor emeritus of biology and curator of mammals, University of Washington will present a seminar titled “Survival in the Desert: Coping with Heat, Aridity, and Scarce Resources,” at 7 p.m. June 1 in the Construction and Engineering Hall of the LaSells Stewart Center. Immediately after the lecture, Kenagy will sign copies of his book, “Everyday Creatures – A Naturalist on the Surprising Beauty of Ordinary Life in Wild Places.” You can also join via Zoom or via YouTube channel.
University Theatre Spring One Acts: Original plays written and directed by OSU students. 7:30 p.m., June 1-3 and 2 p.m., June 4 at the Arts Center, 700 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. Tickets: $5 OSU students, $8 youth and seniors, $10 GA. Available in advance, through the OSU Theatre Box Office, 541-737-2853, and at the door (cash or check only please). Presented by the School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts with support from the Arts Center.
NEW! OSU Center for the Humanities presents Ballet Folklórico South Texas College: Baile folklórico, "folkloric dance," is a type of traditional cultural dance originating from Mexico and emphasizing folk culture and Indigenous dance with elements of Western ballet, tap and modern dance techniques. Join us for a short "pop-up" performance Noon, June 5, in the MU Quad and a full performance at 7 p.m. at Corvallis High School Theatre. Open seating. Free, open to all.
NEW! Art competition winners celebrated: The winners of the annual Graduate Students' Visualize Your Bibliography Competition will be honored 3-4 p.m., June 5, on the second floor/main floor of Valley Library near the Java II stairs (Goddard Memorial Lobby & Gallery). Visit with the artists, meet with library staff and have refreshments during the reception. The exhibit is ongoing all summer. Accommodations related to a disability for this event should be made a day before the event to OSU Libraries & Press via [email protected], 541-737-1350 or via [email protected].
NEW! Diffusions: An Electronic Music Concert. Presented by students in the OSU music production and technology program, directed by Jason Fick. 7:30 p.m., June 5 in Milam Auditorium. Free, open to all.
NEW! University Chorale Spring Concert: UC features OSU students, staff and community members in a lab choir conducted by OSU music education and conducting students. The theme of this concert is movie and television theme songs. 7 p.m., June 6 at the First Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Rd, Corvallis. Free, open to all.
NEW! Cascadia Field Guide poetry event: Join us for an evening celebrating the beautiful new collection Cascadia Field Guide, which brings together art, poetry and ecology. Several poets will be in Corvallis to share work featured in the collection. 5:30 p.m., June 8, at the Corvallis Public Library main meeting room. Co-sponsored by the Spring Creek Project. Free and open to all.
Music à la Carte: Cascadia Clarinet Quartet and the OSU Clarinet Mafia perform at noon, June 2 in the MU Lounge. Free, open to all. This is the final noon concert of the school year.
University Budget Committee: The committee will conduct its last meeting for the academic year from 2-3:30 p.m. June 2 via Zoom. The UBC is OSU’s advisory body to the provost for recommendations on tuition rates, budget priorities and budget policies. For materials associated with this week’s topics, visit the UBC web page. Join the webinar via Zoom. For questions, email [email protected].
Love, equality and health: During PRIDE OSU, from 4-7 p.m., June 2, in the MU Quad, Student Health Services, in partnership with Oregon Health Authority, will provide free mpox vaccines and free confidential HIV testing for all. Learn more about the mpox vaccines.
Spring Sing! OSU's annual celebration of song, featuring the OSU Meistersingers and Bella Voce. 7:30 p;.m., June 2 at the First Presbyterian Church, 114 SW 8th St., Corvallis. Free to OSU students. $10 GA. Purchase tickets in advance. Also available at the door -- cash or check only please.
National Get Outdoors Day at Peavy Arboretum Join OSU Research Forests in a free family bi-lingual event celebrating outdoor recreation and environmental education. Over 20 interactive exhibitors from the community, including free fishing for youth disc golf, logging sports, nature art and other fun activities for the whole family with Spanish interpretation. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 3. Information at https://cf.forestry.oregonstate.edu/outreach-education/go-day
My People’s Market: Oregon State is a sponsor for My People’s Market June 3-4 at The Redd on Salmon Street in SE Portland. It brings together more than 120 BIPOC-owned businesses — artisans, makers and food innovators, including several vendors receiving entrepreneurial support from OSU’s Food Innovation Center — to create pathways for entrepreneurs of color to connect with the travel industry and new market opportunities. Looking for a deeper opportunity? Volunteer.
APCC Night Market: Celebrate APIDA Heritage Month through food, arts, performances and activities of different APIDA cultures. The Night Market aims to illuminate the intersectionality within and beyond the APIDA community. 5-8 p.m., June 3, SEC Plaza.
NEW! Department of Integrative Biology M.S. defense seminar: Lauren K. Borland will present “Seismic survey vessel noise pollution in nearshore Southern Oregon: spatial and temporal analysis of demersal fish movements,” 8:30 a.m., June 5 in LINC 268 and via Zoom. Borland is completing their M.S. in Integrative Biology under the guidance of Sarah Henkel. https://beav.es/Borland.
NEW! Aerospace engineering: Come and hear "Early Career Advice For Aspiring Aerospace Engineers," featuring Chase Jones, mechanical engineering alumnus with experience at SpaceX and Blue Origin. 6 p.m., June 5, Rogers 226. Pizza provided. Register on Handshake: https://oregonstate.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1310488.
NEW! Research Office Campus Conversation (ROCC): "Research Computing: 2030." A forward-looking conversation with OSU research computing faculty, University IT and the Research Office into what research computing needs and capability will be in 2030. With researchers increasing their collaborations to solve large transdisciplinary challenges, the university will need to dramatically expand the scope and capability of our research computing enterprise. Noon to 1:30 p.m., June 7, MU 213. Register here to attend in person (MU213) or register here to attend via Zoom.
NEW! “The Complex World of Networks: The Implications on Business." Franziska (Franzi) Schmid, assistant professor of marketing in the College of Business, will be the featured faculty member in the upcoming College of Business Thought Leadership Series virtual event at noon June 7. Register here: https://beav.es/Sj5. Questions? Contact [email protected].
Gerontology conference: The 47th annual OSU Gerontology Conference will be held June 2 at CH2M HILL Alumni Center. The conference provides contemporary and applicable gerontological education from a variety of disciplines and perspectives across the nation and world. There are 15 speakers this year and the keynote speakers are Rawle Andrews Jr., executive director of the American Psychiatric Association, who will discuss mental health; and Larry S. Sherman, OHSU, who will discuss music and the aging brain. CEUs are available. Learn more and register at osugero.org.
First Aid Kits: This presentation will provide the OSU community with information on what should form the basics of their home/car first aid kit. Participants can expect to learn about the differences between trauma kits and simple inexpensive first aid kits, and how to build their own first aid kit. Part of the Spring 2023 FYI Friday series, 1-2 p.m., June 2, via Zoom. Registration required.
Increasing youth physical activity: The College of Public Health and Human Sciences research seminar, “Increasing youth physical activity: Translating research to policy and practice,” will be presented by Julie McCleery, University of Washington, 1-2 p.m. June 2, in HFC 115 or via Zoom. Learn more, see all spring seminars and watch past seminars on the college’s website. Co-sponsored by the CPHHS Kinesiology Program.
Charles Wright M.S. Water Resource Science Defense: Charlie will present his thesis, titled, “Effects of forest harvest, floods, and wildfire on bedload export from headwater catchments in the H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest, 1957-2022,” 3 p.m., June 2, Burt 193 and on Zoom. Julia Jones of Geography advises Charlie. Reach out to [email protected] for Zoom details.
NASA talk: NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center chief technologist is coming to Oregon State University to give a seminar about innovation and technology at NASA, nuclear propulsion and Moon to Mars missions. 4 p.m., June 2, in LINC 200.
UPDATED! Pedagogical support presentations: Zoom presentation by finalists for the position of Assistant Director for Pedagogical Support and Development will be held in June. The assistant director will provide faculty pedagogical support and consultation for the new Gen Ed curriculum. Finalists presentations are as follows: Matthew Winslow, psychology, Eastern Kentucky University, 3:30 p.m., June 6; Winslow presentation. Kara Clevinger, English and composition program, University of Oregon, 10:30 a.m., June 9; Clevinger presentation.
Center for Teaching and Learning Fellows Program 2023 showcase & discussion: Hear highlights from CTL Fellows in the Colleges of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences; Engineering; Science; and Cascades. Then, join a discussion on what’s next in strengthening teaching and learning. 10-10:50 a.m., June 12. Register now. Contact [email protected].
FourSight Mindset Reveal Workshop: FourSight Mindset Reveal is a new workshop presented by University Human Resources that dives deep into the way that we solve problems together. This engaging workshop helps people learn more about their own mindset, learn appreciation for how colleagues work, and together be able create a stronger team environment and reach more creative solutions.These two-hour workshops are offered to employees on a monthly basis. View upcoming workshops and enroll here. A $40 fee covers materials.
NEW! Survey on Human Perception of Cat Emotion: The Human-Animal Interaction lab at OSU is currently researching human perception of cats. Participants will view images of cats in different settings and respond to questions related to the cat’s emotional state and their own emotional response. Anyone over 18 is able to participate. Contact Amanda Puitiza at [email protected] with any questions. Take the survey here: https://beav.es/TZu/.
Faculty Staff Fitness: Keep moving this summer with Faculty Staff Fitness. View our summer class offerings as registration opens June 1. Not sure of your plans yet? You can purchase a Flex Pass which will allow you to attend any Flex Pass-designated class. Online FSF runs from June 1-Sept. 11 for $35. Visit the FSF website for schedules, more information and to register.
Spring 2023 Update from Vice President for Finance and Administration: Want to be an insider? Find out what Division of Finance and Administration units have been doing to help advance OSU’s goals in this update to DFA employees: https://fa.oregonstate.edu/vpfa-update-spring-2023. Each quarter, Vice President Mike Green and DFA senior leaders share project milestones, unit news, highlights, updates and coming events. While targeted to division employees, the VPFA quarterly updates are a great way for anyone to get an overview of the broad and varied work of DFA units.
Health and Safety: The University Health & Safety Committee wants to promote health and safety by sharing an article from SAIF with tips to help delivery drivers avoid painful injuries. For more information on Safety at OSU, visit OSU’s University Health & Safety Committee online at http://ehs.oregonstate.edu/uhsc, which includes past meeting minutes, information on how to contact a committee member and a link to report safety concerns online.
The Valley Library Circulation and Info Desks Combining: Beginning in Fall 2023, all borrowing and information services will be available from a combined service point close to the Valley Library main entrance. While we get our space ready to offer you single-stop services, visit us all summer at the entry to the Learning Commons.
Mary Evelyn Tucker and Dekila Chungyalpa on Inner Nature: The latest episode of the Inner Nature podcast series features Mary Evelyn Tucker, co-director of the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology, in conversation with Dekila Chungyalpa, founder and director of the Loka Initiative. Listen here on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Inner Nature is produced by the Spring Creek Project and the Contemplative Studies Initiative.
Call for Blended Learning Fellowship Nominations: CTL is accepting nominations and self-nominations for a 2023-24 Blended Learning Faculty Fellow. The Fellow will have opportunities to be involved in faculty development around blended learning and will support CTL’s strategic goals of enhancing student success while developing a culture of teaching innovation. Apply by May 31. See call for blended fellowship nominations.
Call for Applications: Career Champions Program. Applications are now being accepted for the fall 2023 Career Champions cohort. The Career Champions program provides faculty and instructors with tangible ways to incorporate career connection into the classroom, while advancing diversity, equity and inclusion and examining the barriers to access for first-generation, high financial need, and/or students of color. More information can be found on the Center for Teaching and Learning website. Please direct questions to Director of Career Integration, Brenna Gomez. To apply, complete the application form by June 9.
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! Food Service Worker 2: University Housing & Dining Services invites applications for multiple Food Service Worker 2 positions. These are full-time, 10-month, classified positions, with the possibility of being extended over the summer months. Posting #P04228CT. Full consideration June 5. Closes June 12.
“In June, as many as a dozen species may burst their buds on a single day. No man can heed all of these anniversaries; no man can ignore all of them.” ~ Aldo Leopold
Corvallis: Sunny today, high of 71, low of 43. Sunny tomorrow.
Central Oregon: Sunny today, high of 69, low of 42. Sunny tomorrow.
Newport: Sunny today, high of 65, low of 43. Sunny tomorrow.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr