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. For more about this section, see: https://today.oregonstate.edu/email/submission-guidelines.
 

 

COVID: Beijing residents stock up as city braces for new wave (Deutsche Welle)

"The strict measures only delay the spread of the virus, and if these governments still focus on counting the number of cases, they will have to continue the zero-COVID policy,” said Chunhuei Chi, director of the Center for Global Health at Oregon State University in the United States.
 

How a snapshot of autism neglects the bigger picture (Psychology Today)

A piece by Kathleen Bogart, associate professor of psychology at Oregon State University, and Quinn Becker, an undergraduate student in the School of Psychological Science at Oregon State University.

 

Oregon State University observes Holocaust Memorial Week with free community events (KATU)

Oregon State University observes its 35th annual Holocaust Memorial Week starting Monday, April 25. Seven free community events will be offered. (see also KMTR)
 

OSU robot food delivery service providing more jobs for students (KEZI)

What started as a contact-less way of delivery during the height of COVID-19, has become a favored way to order food for those on  Oregon State University's campus. There are now 80 Starship food delivery robots in full service. 

 

OSU tackles grasshopper infestations in Klamath County (Natural Resources Report)

In response, Ian McGregor, Oregon State University Extension Service livestock faculty and assistant professor in the College of Agricultural Sciences, organized an outreach event for landowners, public land managers and agency employees. Participants learned efficient management strategies that would best promote economic and environmental sustainability. They heard about safety and legal concerns and came away with knowledge of tools that can predict grasshopper outbreaks.
 

Raised bed gardens (Successful Farming)

Brooke Edmunds is a commercial horticulturist with Oregon State University Extension. She says you can just mound up soil and plant into it or use some sort of framing material to hold the soil in place.
 

This IS Kalapuyan Land exhibit: Upcoming discussion panels (Corvallis Advocate)

Starting on Tuesday, April 26, and going through May 9, a series of events and discussion panels will be hosted on the Oregon State University Corvallis campus for the 2022 “This IS Kalapuyan Land” exhibit.
 

OSU alumna, leader of California marine science center to lead Oregon Sea Grant (Cannon Beach Gazette)

Karina Nielsen, the leader of a marine science center at San Francisco State University and an Oregon State University alumna, has been named director of Oregon Sea Grant, an OSU-based program that supports marine science, education and outreach.
 

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Trail pic: Brittany Bernstien shared this photo of the Beazell Memorial forest trail. We are accepting photo submissions at [email protected]

Timely Teaching Tips: Want to be sure your PowerPoint slides are accessible? Check out Five Tips for Making Accessible PowerPoint Slides for steps you can take to benefit your students. And if you haven’t explored Ally, the new accessibility tool integrated with Canvas, check it out. Accessibility supports equity.

Today

Using Kindness to Achieve Personal Success and Happiness: Kindness is an admirable aspiration for anyone, and it also can be an effective way to achieve success. By being concerned about others we can build relationships and gain support. By serving others we can be happier about ourselves. April 26 at noon. Register here.

Adult & Higher Education Info Session: You’re invited to learn about the College of Education’s Adult & Higher Education master’s degree and Instructional Design certificate. Join us for an information session about these two programs, including career possibilities and advice from a recent graduate. This session will include additional details about utilizing the OSU tuition benefit. Tuesday, April 26, noon to 1 p.m. Please RSVP for the Zoom link. Contact [email protected] for questions.

People and Nature Lunch Series: Laura Duffy (Water Resources) presents “Barriers and Pathways to Habitat Restoration on Private Lands.” The lecture is free and open to all. Nash Hall 032 or join online (https://beav.es/pan). April 26 from noon to 12:50 p.m. More information at https://peopleandnatureosu.weebly.com.

Mentoring Indigenous Students in STEM workshop: Featuring keynote Sweeney Windchief, and OSU services supporting Indigenous students. Hosted by OSU's New Beginnings for Tribal Students (NBTS) program. April 26, 1-4:30 p.m., via Zoom. Register for the free workshop here. Open to all faculty, students and individuals interested in mentoring. More information about NBTS is here.

Center for Teaching and Learning: What do we mean by culturally 'relevant', 'responsive' and 'sustaining' pedagogies? This week we are highlighting how culturally sustaining pedagogy can disrupt exclusive and inequitable classroom environments. For Spring, Tuesday Teaching + Tech Talks are recordings allow you to pursue our Non-credit Certificate using this self-paced, asynchronous approach to encourage flexibility and self-care. Each Talk is housed on our website and has accompanying slides, resources and contact information in a Box folder.

Spring ‘22 Resilient Teaching Symposium:  OSU faculty, staff and GTAs are invited to the Center for Teaching and Learning Spring ‘22 Resilient Teaching Symposium via Zoom, April 26 at 3:30 p.m. A faculty/staff panel will address strategies to build and sustain resilience in teaching and learning. Participants will have opportunities to reflect and discuss their perspectives on resilience with colleagues. Register for the symposium.

Tribal histories: Local Tribal histories panel with David Harrelson and Joe Scott, April 26, 4-5:30 p.m. Kaku-Ixt Mana Ina Haws. Hybrid option link: https://beav.es/wjP. Accommodations for disabilities may be made by contacting Luhui Whitebear at: [email protected] or 541-737-9036.


International student event: Join fellow international students in an interactive event to learn more about international student resources. Participate in a Kahoot game for a chance to win $25 in Orange Cash. The event will take place on April 26 from 5-6 p.m. in the ILLC.

Holocaust Memorial Week: "Escaping the Holocaust – A Survivor Story." Talk by Joe Hess. In early 1939, Hess and his older sister were taken to Britain in the famous Kindertransport (“Children’s Transport”) evacuation. This talk will focus on his early life in Fulda, his journey on the Kindertransport and his wartime experiences as a refugee in Britain. April 26 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Free, open to all. Registration is requiredInformation.

Events

NEW! Dam Proud Day is tomorrow, April 27, online and in person in Bend, Corvallis and Portland. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., OSU-Cascades between Tykeson and Obsidian halls: Treats, refreshments and Bend Beaver pride. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Gill Coliseum: Coaches, other university leaders discuss the impact of donor generosity. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., MU Quad: Treats, shirts, a DJ and more. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., in Portland’s living room, the Welcome Dome at Pioneer Square.

NEW! Fulbright US Student Program information session: National and Global Scholarships Advising will be hosting a Fulbright Information Session April 27, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. via Zoom. To register for the session or to receive a link to the recording, follow the link https://apply.iie.org/register/GPS4.27.22. You can also set up an advising appointment with us to see how your goals and interests may align with the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. Contact [email protected] to schedule.

NEW! In Memoriam: In Memoriam will be held on Thursday, April 28 at 5:30 to honor students, faculty, staff and alumni who  died during the 2021 calendar year. The event will take place in the SEC Plaza and via livestream at live.oregonstate.edu and will feature poetry, music and activities for reflection and healing along with guest speakers and representatives from each community to honor the deceased. For more information, email [email protected].  

NEW! All University Sing: Experience a beloved OSU tradition after its two year hiatus. This high-energy singing and dancing competition has over 500 student participants from Oregon State’s fraternities and sororities. The event is family friendly and open to all community members. April 29 at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m., in Gill Coliseum. Tickets are $25 and available for purchase online.

Virtual Spring Career Fair Polish your job skills and get a free professional headshot. Spring Career & Internship Fairs give students a chance to interact with dozens of potential employers all in one spot. In-person. Virtual Spring Career & Internship Fair, 3-5 p.m. April 27. Sign up for group sessions or one-on-one virtual info sessions with 30 companies and organizations recruiting students in all majors. Register for virtual career fair.

Take Back the Night (TBTN) is a survivor-centered event that honors all who are impacted by sexual and interpersonal violence. Join us  April 27, from 7-9 p.m. for this year’s TBTN Survivor Share Out as we work to shatter the silence, affirm survivors and inspire action. More about TBTN and other SAAM events can be found here.

Vaccine clinic: The Beaver Booster Blitz is a free four-day COVID-19 vaccination clinic, open to the public and conveniently located in Student Experience Center 112. Swing by this walk-up-only event, April 28-May 1, noon to 7 p.m. All COVID-19 vaccines are available, including additional boosters and doses for children. No ID, no insurance required. Bring your COVID-19 CDC Card if possible (not required).

Made @ OSU Market: First-year College of Business students have been working hard to bring their inspirations, products and businesses to fruition. Join us during Family Weekend to peruse, order or purchase. All proceeds go directly back to COB students through scholarships and funding. Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Austin Hall Courtyard Area (between Austin Hall and LINC) Questions? Contact [email protected].

Lectures, Workshops, Webinars

NEW! OSU Employee and Labor Relations: The Office of Faculty Affairs is pleased to announce that our spring term academic leadership workshop, “Get to Know OSU Employee and Labor Relations: Be Bold, Correct Early, Save Time, and Move Forward,” will be presented by Heather Horn, Associate Vice Provost Faculty Affairs/Assistant Vice President University Human Resources, Employee & Labor Relations and HR Strategic Partnership. April 27, 9-10 a.m., remote via Zoom. Registration details can be found here.

NEW! HMSC Research Seminar: Matthew Johnston, an associate professor with Electrical & Computer Engineering at Oregon State University, will be giving a seminar titled, “Sensors in the Wild: Packaging, Power Autonomy, and Other Challenges,” April 28, 3:30 p.m. 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! State of Black Affairs: The State of Black Affairs Summit will be held May 25 at the OSU Portland Center. This day-long summit will be an opportunity for faculty, administrators, advocates and community members from across Oregon to learn, network and discuss ideas facing Black professionals, staff and students in the state. In-person and virtual options are available. The event takes place from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and offers concurrent sessions, prominent speakers and a chance to network followed by a happy hour. There are four sessions focused on education and four on other professional areas. Cost is $100 in-person, $75 virtual. Registration is highly encouraged by May 1. To find out more, see https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/pcsbfsa/blacksummit

Water Resources Science Seminar Series: "Water Justice." Alai Reyes-Santos, University of Oregon. Wednesday. April 27, 4-5 p.m., Bexell Hall 328 or on Zoom.

Career Development Event for Economics Majors: Meet OSU economics alumni and special guests to learn about their professional paths in the field of economics, and gain insights into career options, valuable networking tips and internships/jobs that will help you successfully launch after graduation. Wednesday, April 27, 4-6 p.m. in MU Room 109. Free to attend.

Holocaust Memorial Week: "Stalin and Mao, and Two Cataclysms They Engineered." Lecture by Hua-yu Li, School of Public Policy. Li will discuss the role that Stalin’s brand of socialism played in Mao’s thinking and why, in the Terror and the Cultural Revolution, both leaders promoted catastrophe. April 27 at 7 p.m. in the Horizon Room, MU. Livestream also available at https://youtu.be/GkwpuSnjrXQInformation.

Examining White Identity Spring Student Series: An invitation into anti-racist growth. This two-part virtual series is designed for White-identified students to deepen their understanding of and commitment to racial justice work and anti-racism practice. Join us May 10 and 17, 5-7 p.m. Learn more and apply here by Friday, May 6. Applications will be accepted until the series is full. 

Beavers SAVE Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention. We can all help prevent suicide. This workshop will provide the skills you need to effectively help or intervene with a friend or family member who is considering suicide. Open to all OSU community members. May 10, noon to 1:30 p.m.. in MU 211, May 17, noon to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom, Join at https://beav.es/wXR. Questions? Contact [email protected].

Save the date for Think Open Symposium on May 16: You have the ability to lower the cost of learning for students. To learn more, join OSU’s Open Educational Resources Unit and the Center for Teaching and Learning on May 16 for an in-person symposium featuring lively presentations and discussions on OER, social justice and open access. Learn from faculty and education professionals who can speak to the positive impact OER has on students. View the event schedule and register today.

Gerontology conference: The 45th Annual OSU Gerontology Conference will take place on Friday, June 3 at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. Keynote speakers include New York Times reporter John Leland who will present “Resilience in older adults: Lessons from the pandemic and beyond,” and Laughter On Call Founder Dani Klein Modisett who will present “Shared Laugher for Self-Care and Connection.” Twenty breakout sessions on aging with resilience; continuing education credits available. To learn more and to register, visit https://osugero.org/.

Take Note

NEW! HRWGC Awards: The Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center invites nominations for annual awards. Nominations close on Sunday, May 8 and the Awards Celebration will be held on Friday, May 20 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Information about each award and the nomination process can found at: https://beav.es/ik7.
 
NEW! 35 Year Club inductees: Congratulations to Garry Stephenson, director, Center for Small Farms & Community Food Systems, for 35 years of service to OSU. You can read more about their time at OSU and others who have reached this milestone by clicking on their name.

Mark April 27 on your calendar, because that’s Dam Proud Day: Last year, alumni and friends raised $1.3 million to support Oregon State University students, programs and colleges, because our community is unstoppable when we work together. This year’s effort will include more excitement, more surprises and more specific ways to tailor giving and magnify generosity. Share the link (DamProudDay.org) and consider volunteering as a Dam Proud Day Ambassador.

Employee counseling services: Employees can receive free counseling services through Beyond Benefits EAP by calling 1-855-327-4722. Employees can ask for a confirmed appointment if they would like assistance scheduling or they can request a list of EAP network therapists to schedule on their own. The EAP also offers services through BetterHelp if employees would prefer a quicker connection to a therapist by text/chat, phone or video. To access BetterHelp call the EAP and ask to be referred to BetterHelp. More information is also located on the OSU EAP website here

Fresh on OIS’s Website: “In the News." Check out trending cyber news and tips for social media, mobile devices, computing, etc. on our new page at https://uit.oregonstate.edu/infosec/resources/news. Tweets will also be displayed as they happen. Brought to you by the OSU Office of Information Security at [email protected].

Three-Minute Video About Faculty and Student Job Scams: Many students are being targeted by cyber criminals impersonating faculty offering “student jobs.” Then they attempt to get personal information and to steal the student’s money. Please check out our new video about these scams at https://uit.oregonstate.edu/infosec/awareness-training/community-awareness. If you or your students have been the victim of these scams, please contact us at [email protected] at OSU’s Office of Information Security.

PERIOD at OSU Hygiene Product Drive: PERIOD at OSU, a student organization helping to end period poverty and stigma, will be holding a hygiene product drive around Corvallis April 23-May 7. Donation boxes will be located inside Pollen, Natural Grocers, The Book Bin, The Domain Apartments, and Starbucks on 9th Street. Acceptable donations include packaged menstrual and hygiene products, which will be donated to the HSRC, Community Outreach, Inc. and Vina Moses Center.

Recruiting participants for milk protein research: Food Science researchers are seeking participants who have an IBS diagnosis, are 18-30 years old and have a primary health care provider. In the study, adults with IBS will consume a regular serving of a protein shake for three weeks. The study will take seven weeks total, including a one-week baseline, three-week feeding and three-week washout period. Small samples of blood and stool will be collected by subjects at home, and diet and GI function will be recorded. The study will be performed at Oregon State University. Those who complete the study will receive a $300 gift card in Amazon credit. More details and sign-up available at http://www.dallaslab.org/test/2022/1/5/participants-needed-for-milk-protein-research.

Apply now for an Affordable Learning Grant: OSU's Open Educational Resources Unit is accepting proposals for the Affordable Learning Grant through June 1. The grant provides funding to adopt, adapt or author an open educational resource, such as a textbook. An open textbook is one that is published under an open copyright license and made freely available online for students, faculty and the public. All funding is a department-to-department transfer. Please talk to your department head about how this applies to the grant. Questions? Contact Stefanie Buck

Free COVID testsFree iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Tests are available around the Corvallis campus. Each box contains two tests. While supplies last, OSU community members can pick up these self-test kits at the following locations: Residence Hall Service Centers (Arnold, McNary and West); Lab tent outside Plageman Hall; Memorial Union Info Desk and Student Experience Center Info Desk. For questions or accommodations related to disabilities, contact [email protected].

COVID-19 testing: Oregon State University, in collaboration with Willamette Valley Toxicology (WVT), is providing on-site COVID-19 testing for people without symptoms. OSU employees and students, regardless of vaccination status, are welcome to test at one of these locations: Corvallis: Lab tent outside Plageman Hall Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and Cascade Hall 120, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Bend: Outside Obsidian Hall Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-5 p.m. Note: All employees will need a WVT Labdash account prior to testing.

Jobs

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! Extension Family and Community Health (FCH) Program: OSU Extension Service invites applications for an Education Program Assistant 2 position with the Family and Community Health program, serving Umatilla and Morrow County. This position is located in Hermiston, Oregon. Posting #P03546CT. Closes May 2.

Weather

“The difficult I will do right now. The impossible will take a little while." ~ Billie Holiday

Corvallis: Showers likely today, high of 56, low of 37. Partly sunny tomorrow.

Central Oregon: Chance of rain and snow today, high of 50, low of 31. Mostly sunny tomorrow.

Newport: Showers today, high of 51, low of 42. Partly sunny tomorrow.

Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/.