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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.
‘I support the action of state governments, such as Vermont, to begin the process of identifying uses of PFAS that are not essential,’ Jamie DeWitt, a toxicologist at Oregon State University who has studied the immunotoxicological effects of PFAS, tells Chemistry World. ‘While I do not know of any studies that have been conducted to look at how much of the PFAS reported to be in certain consumer items, such as menstrual products, can get into the bodies of people who use them, the use of PFAS in these products does contribute to human exposure.’
An Oregon State University study shines light on how marine conditions are impacting ecosystems in Northern California, Oregon, Washington coastlines.
At elementary school book fairs, Yesenia Collins would head straight for titles about sharks. She was fascinated by marine biology, a passion that eventually morphed into a dream of becoming a conservationist. Collins, a 2024 graduate of Madras High School in central Oregon, will start on her environmental science degree at Oregon State University in the fall. But the choice didn’t come without friction. (for a PDF version of this article, email [email protected])
Gray whales that spend their summers feeding in the shallow waters off the Pacific Northwest coast have undergone a significant decline in body length since around the year 2000, a new Oregon State University study found.
What was once an outdated football venue, Reser Stadium at Oregon State University underwent a massive transformation and now stands as a beacon of innovation, serving not just athletes but the entire OSU community.
The Oregon State University Extension Service in Union County is warning cherry tree owners of the emergence of the first adult western cherry fruit flies in the county.
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Psychology conference: Regan Gurung, associate vice provost and executive director, Center for Teaching and Learning, says, “Fifteen members of the psychology department including 12 undergrads, three grad students and faculty, presented their research at the Western Psychological Association conference in San Francisco in late April.” We are accepting photo submissions at [email protected]. To view past submissions, visit us on Instagram at @osutoday1.
NEW! Timely Teaching Tips: Getting ready to set up a Canvas course site for a Summer ’24 class? Streamline the process by using the OSU Canvas Template to ensure a clear, navigable course structure employing effective modular course design. The template is easy to import into an empty Canvas course shell prior to adding content. See instructions for importing the template.
Beaver Dads Connections: Come out and bowl with other self-identified OSU dads. Share some snacks and conversation as an early celebration of Father's Day. Noon to 1:30 p.m., June 13, MU Lanes. No registration required. For accommodations and questions, contact [email protected] or 541-737-4906.
Public Seed Library Presentation: "Growing Crops for Fermentation." Fermenting vegetables is a great way to preserve the abundance of your vegetable garden, and to add flavors, textures and healthy probiotics to your diet. Come learn how to create a small garden bed plan for a variety of cool-season veggies, and another for warm-season veggies and herbs, that are wonderful for fermenting because of their characteristics from flavor to shape and length. Presented by Darren Morgan, Shonnard's Nursery manager and educator. Noon to 1:30 p.m., June 13 at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Meeting Room. Learn more here.
HMSC Research Seminar: Scott Heppell with the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences at Oregon State University will give a seminar titled “Decadal change and the abundance of fishes and invertebrates in Yaquina Bay,” at 3:30 p.m., June 13 at the HMSC Carmen Ford Phillips Auditorium in the Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building or online. Zoom link or call +1-971-247-1195 Meeting ID: 971 3707 8566. Click here for more information.
Spring Bike Drop: Give your old bike a new life as a ride for a future Beaver. Donate your bike at Cascade Hall, June 10-14. Learn more. For alternative formats or accommodations related to a disability, please contact Elza Records at 541-737-0673 or [email protected]
NEW! “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.
International Employee and Scholar Coffee Social: International employees, faculty, scholars, families and friends are invited to drop in on the second Friday of the month (June 14) between 10:30 a.m. and noon at the Einerson House, 2638 NW Jackson Ave., for conversation, coffee, tea and light snacks. Hosted by the OSU Folk Club, Crossroads International, the OSU Office of International Services and the Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center.
Naval ROTC Spring Commissioning: OSU NROTC will commission 10 ensigns into the Navy and three 2nd lieutenants into the Marine Corps at 4 p.m. June 14 in LINC 128 and online via Facebook. The ceremony involves the oath of office, assistance into uniform, rendering of the first salute, and remarks from guest speaker Capt. Craig Litty.
Sweet Beginnings: Commencement Celebration. Celebrating a 2024 grad this year? Gather at the CH2M HILL Alumni Center directly after the June 15 Commencement ceremony (approximately 1:30-3 p.m.) to enjoy cookies and refreshments, snap Insta-worthy photos and make final memories with grads, friends, family and faculty. Details, plus additional networking events, celebrations, career advice and more are available at ForOregonState.org/Grad24.
Commencement: Oregon State University will hold its university-wide commencement ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 15, at Reser Stadium. More than 4,100 students are expected to participate in the ceremony that will honor the university’s 155th class. The event is free to attend, open to the public and held rain or shine. Gates will open at 9 a.m., and tickets are not required. The ceremony will be livestreamed in English and Spanish on the commencement website.
NEW! 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.
Preserving Portland History: "Creation of the Parkrose Community Archive." History MA student Jada Krening will present her capstone project, the Parkrose Community Archive, a restorative public history project that aims to rectify the exclusion of Parkrose – a now-industrialized urban corner of Portland nestled between Interstate 205 and 84, now one of the most racially and ethnically diverse areas of the state – from historical and contemporary narratives. Krening’s presentation is open to the public. 2 p.m., June 14 in Bexell 412.
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.
NEW! Faculty Consultation Group Report: 2023 College of Education Matter. A June 2023 Faculty Consultative Group report regarding a decision to pause a program in the College of Education was shared with the Faculty Senate Executive Committee on July 19, 2023 and is now available via the Faculty Senate website.
NEW! 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.
FYI Friday: Office of Human Resources Learning & Development is now accepting FYI Friday presentation proposals for Fall 2024 and Fall 2025. 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 – presentations can be anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours in length, it’s up to you! 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.
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.
Deadline extended for faculty learning communities: The Center for Teaching and Learning and Academic Technologies are offering two Fall ’24 faculty learning communities for teaching faculty. Consider participation in either the Resilient Teaching Faculty Learning Community or the Teaching and AI Faculty Learning Community. Join us on this journey to strengthen teaching excellence. Apply by June 12. Funding provided.
OSU Today summer schedule: OSU Today will switch to weekly publication (Mondays only) starting June 17.
Tumble-Tastic Gymnastics Camps: Does your little one like to flip, roll and tumble? Join KidSpirit tumble-tastic gymnastics camps this summer to refine those skills for better coordination, determination, balance and confidence. Gymnasts of all experience levels are encouraged to register for a camp that will enhance not only their gymnastic abilities, but their social-emotional capacities as well. For more information and to register, visit: https://kidspirit.oregonstate.edu/gymnastics.
Monthly Emergency Preparedness Topic: Wildfire. Increasing numbers of people are making their homes in woodland settings, rural areas or remote mountain sites. Wildfires often begin unnoticed, however they spread very quickly. Reduce your risk by preparing now —before wildfire strikes. Meet with your family to decide what to do and where to go if wildfires threaten your area. English and Spanish versions of this bulletin can be found here: https://emergency.oregonstate.edu/emergency-preparedness/preparedness-topics/wildfire.
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.
NEW! 30th Street: As part of the Withycombe Hall Renovation project, the east sidewalk on SW 30th Street will be closed between SW Campus Way and NW Orchard Avenue June 17-Aug. 30. Pedestrians may use the west sidewalk on 30th Street as a detour.
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! Facilities Services at Oregon State University is seeking a full-time Trades Maintenance Coordinator (Internal Posting Employment Opportunity). Posting #P04852CT. Closes June 19.
“It's amazing what you can get if you quietly, clearly, and authoritatively demand it.” ~ Meryl Streep
Corvallis: Sunny today, high of 76, low of 44. Mostly sunny tomorrow.
Central Oregon: Sunny today, high of 81, low of 44. Mostly sunny tomorrow.
Newport: Mostly sunny today, high of 59, low of 47. Partly sunny tomorrow.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr