Stay informed about COVID-19

COVID-19 website: To facilitate the ongoing sharing of information about the virus, Oregon State University has added a link on the OSU homepage to a page that provides detailed and up-to-date COVID-19 information; links to OSU, local, state and federal resources; and updates on the latest federal travel restrictions.

TRACE OSU testing: TRACE OSU is providing random COVID-19 testing by invitation at its Corvallis and Bend campuses and at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport. All faculty, staff and students, regardless of vaccination status, should continue with testing participation in TRACE. Testing will take place in Corvallis in the Memorial Union Ballroom and at Reser ticket booths, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. In Newport, testing will be provided every other week, Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Thursday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. At OSU-Cascades, testing is provided only to students living and working on campus, and employees working on campus. Testing takes place Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Visit the OSU-Cascades Safety and Success website to learn more about testing schedules. Please join the effort to build a safer and healthier Oregon State University community. To enroll and for more information: https://trace.oregonstate.edu/osu.

COVID-19 vaccine clinics: Weekly clinics at Reser Stadium in Corvallis are being collaboratively run by Samaritan Health Services, Benton County and OSU. Visit this website to schedule a vaccine. OSU-Cascades students, faculty and staff can register for the vaccine here. Check your local public health authority websites for more information. You can also visit the Oregon Health Authority: Get Vaccinated Oregon website and the CDC VaccineFinder for vaccinations anywhere in the U.S.

Timely Teaching Tips: Searching for opportunities to increase your finesse with educational technology and advance your teaching? Apply by May 16 to join the Summer ‘21 Blended Faculty Learning Community, a supportive cohort of teaching faculty from across OSU who will explore individual teaching challenges and strategies together. All levels of teaching experience and ed tech skills are welcome. 

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.
 

New OSU interim president, Becky Johnson, takes the reins (KDRV) 

Oregon State University's first woman president is beginning her term as chief of the state's largest university. Rebecca "Becky" Johnson was unanimously appointed by OSU's Board of Trustees in April following the public ouster of former president F. King Alexander. (see also KTVZ)
 

Reactive, reproducible, collaborative: computational notebooks evolve (Nature) 

“Notebooks are messy,” says Anita Sarma, a computer scientist at Oregon State University in Corvallis who studies human–computer interaction. “You write stuff, you keep old crusty code behind, and it’s hard to kind of figure out which cells to execute in which order, because you were trying different things.”
 

Study: 1 in 5 pharmacies blocks access to addiction treatment buprenorphine (Pharmacy Times)

“Buprenorphine is a vital, lifesaving medication for people with opioid use disorder, but improving access has been a problem for a variety of reasons,” said Daniel Hartung, PharmD, MPH, professor in the Oregon State University College of Pharmacy, in a press release. “Although anecdotes and smaller studies have suggested problems, our study is the first to systematically characterize this barrier.” (see also OPB News)
 

The shrinking school week (Education Next)

A piece by Paul N. Thompson, associate professor of economics at Oregon State University and a research affiliate at the Institute for Labor Economics.
 

Experts weigh in on Douglas county drought (KTVZ)

Larry O’Neill, an associate professor at Oregon State University and the state’s climatologist, said he is not surprised by the declaration because there has been a severe lack of rainfall and dry conditions in southern and western Oregon.

 

OSU study: A cold soak lowers the risk of salmonella growth on 'sprouted' foods (KTVZ) 

Soaking “sprouted” foods in cold water, rather than the more common practice of soaking at ambient temperature, lowers the risk of salmonella growth on these increasingly popular healthy snack foods, according to an Oregon State University study.
 

OSU researcher speaks on new ventilator alternative approved by FDA (KATU)

Called the PEEP Alert System, it was developed by a team of engineers, including an Oregon State University researcher. It's a bubble-like helmet that seals at the neck and has a tube that supplies fresh oxygen with a monitor that makes sure there's enough airflow. Creators say this is a huge development.
 

Today's photo


Fragrant lilac: LeAnn Locher, Statewide Master Gardener Outreach Coordinator with OSU Extension, says, "This is our newly planted Syringa vulgaris 'Ludwig Spaeth,' a French hybrid lilac we planted just this year in front of our house in Portland, as a way to compensate for a handful of old lilac shrubs recently lost in our neighborhood due to this winter's storms and through development of old garden lots into housing. We planted it in the front so that everyone who walks by can enjoy the scent of these blooms." Send your own garden pics to [email protected] and if you want, include a little information about the plant. Let's see your spring blooms!

Today

CTL Tuesday Teaching + Tech Talks: UDL: Designing Courses with Accessibility in Mind. Martha Smith, director, Disability Access Services; and Gabe Merrell, director, Access and Affirmative Action, deputy ADA coordinator: "How do you meet the needs of all learners?" This talk introduces ideas to ensure course accessibility through universal design for learning (UDL) and serves as a primer for deeper dives in following weeks. May 4, 10 a.m. via Zoom: Tuesday Teaching +Tech Talks. Handouts, materials and resources: beav.es/BOXT4.

People and Nature Lunch Series: Join us on Tuesday, May 4, from noon to 12:50 p.m. as Brittany King (Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences Department) presents “Ecological & social influences on salmon habitat restoration efforts in the Puget Sound.” The lecture is free and open to all. To join the meeting, register at https://peopleandnatureosu.weebly.com/schedule.html. Sponsored by the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife & Conversation Sciences’ Human Dimensions Lab.

Register for the virtual Ecampus Faculty Forum: Join hundreds of your OSU peers to discuss online teaching excellence, innovative teaching methods and faculty experiences in online course development. Held May 4-5 online via Zoom, the Faculty Forum will showcase faculty members sharing their expertise in interactive panel presentations. Session topics include online lab work, inclusive student supports and establishing your presence while teaching at a distance. Events on May 4 and 5 will begin at noon. View the agenda and register today.

Parent Connections for Employees – Our So-called Pandemic Lives Continue and Fall Resumptions are Underway: Drop in and join an informal discussion about your summer plans, concerns and fall resumption strategies for combining parenting, work and life overall. Break-out sessions per children’s age groups available. Every Tuesday from 1-2 p.m. via Zoom. Can’t join the group? Check out the OSU Community Hub for more opportunities to connect to Beaver families. For more information about these programs, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

EMT Seminar: Sam Samon – Hurricane Harvey & Personal Chemical Exposure, May 4, 3:30-4:30 p.m. The Zoom waiting room will open at 3 p.m. https://oregonstate.zoom.us/j/93603133450.

Art and Science: Lessons learned during the process. May 4 at 4 p.m., David Madison will present "Patterns in the beetle tree of life, and the interweaving of science and art." This seminar series is co-hosted by Biological and Ecological Engineering, ARTS-SCI and The Art Center, Corvallis, and features scientist-artists who discuss how these disciplines are interwoven in their processes. Seminars are Tuesdays at 4 p.m. for 1 credit as BEE 507 but are open to everyone. Zoom link: https://bit.ly/2PGpCWe. Click here: https://artsci.oregonstate.edu/arts-and-science for more information.

Saber es Poder (Knowledge is Power): Latinx Leadership & Advocacy. Saber es Poder is a three-part series focused on Latinx leadership, activism and self-exploration as a way to create social change. Explore both historical and contemporary activism through art by hearing from Latinx leaders, artists, activists and educators from around the nation over three episodes: May 4, 11 and 18,  4-5:30 p.m. While these are designed with students in mind, faculty, staff and community members are welcome to join. The hope is for all participants to take inspiration into their personal lives and leadership. Participants are highly encouraged to attend all three episodes, but not required. Read more about each episode and register on the Saber es Poder webpage (bit.ly/seposu). Questions? Contact [email protected].

Pathway to Fall 2021 Employee and Supervisor Information Sessions: We know there is a lot for employees and supervisors to consider when preparing for the Pathway to Fall 2021. We hope to help individuals begin thinking through this process and available resources. Employee-focused discussions are occurring in Zoom sessions on Tuesday, May 4 from 4-5 p.m. or Tuesday, May 13 from 11 a.m. to noon. Supervisor-focused sessions will be held on Tuesday, May 4 from 3-4 p.m. and Wednesday, May 19, noon to 1 p.m. Sessions are being recorded and will be published to the COVID-19 Resources & Pathway to Fall 2021 webpage for those unable to attend in real time. 

OSU Next Trivia Night May 4: Attend, you must. Celebrate Star Wars Day with "May the 4th Be With You"-themed Trivia Night, Tuesday, May 4, at 5:30 p.m. Hosted by Lindsey Gardner, ’13, trivia categories include Star Wars, OSU and binge-worthy. Students and alumni can form teams of two to four people and compete for prizes. Register or join a team for free here. Recent grads meet regularly to network, support current students and socialize through the OSU Alumni Association’s group OSU Next.

NEW! Marshall Scholarship Alumni Panel: National and Global Scholarships Advising is hosting a panel event in which alumni of the Marshall Scholarship will present on their experiences applying to and completing the prestigious Marshall Scholarship for fully-funded graduate study in the U.K. The event will be on Tuesday, May 4 from 6-7 p.m. via Zoom. Register here.

Virtual Paint Night: Whether you are looking to ease stress, improve confidence or celebrate Mother’s Day with someone special, be prepared to tap into your creativity from the comfort of your own home. Connect with fellow Beavers on Friday, May 7 at 6:30 p.m. as Portland-based artist Kaitlyn Carr-Kiprotich, ’16, guides you through painting a classic red barn scene. You bring the supplies, and we’ll provide the platform for you to flex your artistic muscles. All skill levels are welcome. OSUAA members are free, $10 for non-members. Register here osualum.com/paint-night-may by 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 4. Contact Maureen Nikaido at [email protected] for additional information.

OSU Album Club: "The Times They Are a-Changin'"by Bob Dylan. Director of Popular Music and Performing Arts/rock historian Bob Santelli hosts the OSU Album Club. It's like a book club, only we listen to and discuss the greatest pop and rock albums of all time. Tuesday, May 4 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Register. 

Events

NEW! COVID Vaccine Available: The Corvallis community, including OSU students and staff, are invited to attend a drop-in vaccine clinic at Reser Stadium this week.  Appointments are not required; just show up and get your poke. May 5, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. (Moderna). May 6, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Pfizer). May 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Pfizer).

NEW! 2021 Excellence in Family Business Awards: Join us for our 33rd awards ceremony to honor the achievements of family businesses who are successfully navigating the changing economy, family dynamics and leading in service to their community. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to celebrate the success of local businesses. May 7, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Virtual event: Register here.

2021 Senior Art Exhibitions are being hosted virtually with 3D video exhibits from the West Gallery of Fairbanks Hall. View.

American Strings: Andrew Bird and Jimbo Mathus. Andrew Bird is an internationally acclaimed musician, songwriter and composer who has released sixteen records. He has performed around the world at festivals and at renowned venues including Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House and Walt Disney Concert Hall. A TED Talk presenter, a New Yorker Festival guest, and an op-ed contributor for the New York Times, Bird also made his professional acting debut in the cast of Fargo's fourth installment, which premiered on FX in the fall of 2020. Jimbo Mathus is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist, best known for his work with the gold and platinum-certified swing revival band, Squirrel Nut Zippers. Join us for a live, intimate conversation where Santelli talks to the duo about their friendship and the fun they had together in making their new album "These 13." Bird and Mathus will also share some of their music in a pre-recorded video they made just for American Strings. Wednesday, May 12 at 5 p.m. via Zoom. Register 

Oregon Diversity Career Symposium: It's time to own your story. Registration is open for the 2021 Oregon Diversity Career Symposium (ODCS). Join with hundreds of University of Oregon and Oregon State University students for a free half-day of interactive workshops, alumni panels, a keynote speaker and virtual networking opportunities with employers like NikeAmazonU.S. Department of State and Samaritan Health Services that are intentionally designed to help prepare and inspire students with marginalized identities on your path from college to career. While all students are invited to attend, our goal is to create a space that especially empowers you to explore your identities and experiences within your job search process/development. The symposium takes place May 19. Explore more at https://career.oregonstate.edu/ODCS. Register on Handshake.

Lectures, Workshops, Webinars

NEW! Fulbright U.S. Student Program Information Session: National and Global Scholarships Advising invites OSU undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni to attend this Fulbright U.S. Student Program Information Session on Wednesday, May 5 from 1-2:30 p.m. via Zoom. Register here

NEW! TRIAD: The OSU TRIAD Club’s programs are online and free this term, with all welcome. The next program will be Thursday, May 6 at noon: Monique Udell, Associate Professor, Animal and Rangeland Sciences, “Characterizing the dog-human bond: A comparative investigation of attachment relationships.” Zoom link: https://oregonstate.zoom.us/j/96534027393?pwd=eEF6MVlueU5OMVU4UFRveEtCV0NmQT09.

NEW! The Culture of Gardening with Abra Lee: “The Work is in Our Hands.” Through determination, enthusiasm, and willpower, Black women overcame ugliness in America to cultivate beauty in the landscape. This will be a discussion of how their self-expression and activism through gardening led to a lasting legacy of community pride throughout generations. Online, free and open to the public, Tuesday, May 18, noon. Sponsored by the OSU Extension Master Gardener Program.  

Bioinformatics Users Group (BUG): "Linking transcription factor binding site motifs to biological effect for rhythmic transcript groups in Drosophila melanogaster, i.e., What makes important pathways rhythmic in fruit flies?" Rosalyn Fey (David Hendrix Lab, Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics), Wednesday, May 5, noon via Zoom. Register here. 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. Meetings are generally informal, consisting of discussions, interactive talks, or short workshops. All are welcome. No experience needed to participate. For additional information, see https://cgrb.oregonstate.edu/bug.

Scott Harris Ph.D. defense: Please join us on May 5 at 1 p.m. through Zoom for a presentation of Scott Harris’ dissertation titled: “Balancing timber production and conservation in the Oregon Coast Range: an examination of the response by birds and bird-induced ecosystem services to forest management at multiple scales.” Scott Harris is pursuing his Ph.D. in Forest Ecosystems and Society with Matt Betts. Please contact the FES Department at [email protected] for the Zoom link, with questions, or for accommodations for disabilities.

WIC presents: "Whose language? Inclusive teaching of academic communication across disciplines" on Wednesday, May 5 at 3 p.m. via Zoom. Led by Adam Schwartz (OSU), Sergio Loza (UO), and Devin Grammon (UO), this workshop will describe the need for linguistically inclusive practices in all academic disciplines. It will offer specific tips on how we can value and support students’ use of different languages and varieties/dialects of English, lower barriers to access, and increase learning opportunities for students from all linguistic backgrounds. Registration and list of upcoming WIC spring events.

Distinguished professors: OSU’s 2021 University Distinguished Professors will deliver Zoom lectures on their scholarship. Richard Settersten, University Distinguished Professor of Human Development will give a lecture on May 5 at 5:30 p.m. (register here) and Julia Jones, University Distinguished Professor of Geography will give a lecture on May 6 at 5:30 p.m. (register here). The title of University Distinguished Professor is awarded to current OSU faculty members who have achieved national and international distinction for their contributions in research and creative work, teaching and mentoring, public engagement, and service. Professors Jones and Settersten are outstanding examples of OSU’s highest academic honor.

Do you have a business idea but need some help? The OSU Advantage Accelerator is offering Iterate, a free virtual class for researchers, entrepreneurs and prospective entrepreneurs who have a business idea or technology that could become a sellable product or service but aren't sure what to do next. Come learn how to create a value proposition, find and understand your market, and more. Iterate consists of four workshops on Thursdays that build on each other: May 6, May 13, May 20, and May 27, all from 3-4:30 p.m. Learn more and register: https://advantage.oregonstate.edu/advantage-accelerator/programs/iterate.

Robotic Food Delivery: Delivery food from the future. Chances are you’ve heard the news … Campus dining services offers contactless food delivery services by robots. This session will share the rationale for robotic delivery over other food delivery options. We will explore how this delivery mode aligns University Housing and Dining values, customer demand and food service trends. You will learn how you can access this service and how our customers have responded and their overall engagement with these new campus “friends.” Part of the Spring 2021 FYI Friday series; Friday, May 7, 10-11 a.m. via Zoom. Registration required.

PFLA event: Please join us for a special two-hour PFLA Zoom event, Tuesday, May 11, 10 a.m. to noon. Mandy Davis from Portland State University will provide training on Trauma Informed Care, including an opportunity for questions and discussion. For more information about the event and how to register click here. 

OSU Science on Tap May 11: Join the Quest for Every Kind of Bee in Oregon and learn how you can get involved with pollinator-friendly practices and research. The OSU Alumni Association presents OSU Science on Tap: The Oregon Bee Atlas, Tuesday, May 11, at 5:30 p.m. Join the discussion with Andony Melathopoulos, bee scientist and host of the PolliNation podcast. Find out how you can support Beaver-affiliated establishments by picking up your own drinks for this happy hour learning session when you register for free at osualum.com/SOTbee.

OSU Design Network Entrepreneurial Design webcast May 12: Beaver Nation is invited to hear from a panel of inspirational thought leaders as they honor the achievements and work of designers and creators. You will also enjoy the opportunity to network with fellow design industry professionals, students and alumni in design of all levels while learning how OSUDN supports and connects the Beaver creative community. Register here to save your seat for this motivational event.

OSU-Cascades Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Symposium: A leader on race, religion and contemporary culture and a dynamic civil rights activist will each deliver keynote addresses at the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Symposium hosted by Oregon State University – Cascades May 14 and 15. Michael Eric Dyson, a distinguished professor of African American studies, ethics and society at Vanderbilt University, will present the conference opening address. Tamika D. Mallory will present the keynote closing address in a conversation with Erika McCalpine, founding director of the OSU-Cascades Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Laboratory. The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Symposium is open to the public and the registration fee is $150. For information, to register or apply for a conference scholarship, visit osucascades.edu/dei-symposium or contact [email protected].

Search Advocate Workshop: OSU Search Advocate workshops for Spring term are available for registration. Search advocates are outside process advisors who participate on employee search committees; their goal is to encourage culture and practices that favor equity, validity and diversity. The initial workshop series is a sequence of four 4-hour Zoom workshops. Those who complete the series may choose to have their names added to the Search Advocate Directory and will be eligible to serve as advocates until September 2022. Three-hour continuing education workshops for current advocates are also available. To register, go to the new Search Advocate/Workshops website. Questions? Contact Anne Gillies at [email protected] or 541-760-6160.

Bringing social justice issues into the limelight — May 19 Webcast: Stories connect us and open eyes to new perspectives. Sheila Daniels, ’92, has brought social justice issues to audiences as a theater director and teacher in the Seattle area for over 25 years. Learn about her mindful show selection and directing processes and what it’s like to bring important stories to life onstage. College of Liberal Arts Professor Susan Shaw sits down with Daniels on May 19 at 5 p.m. PT. Join the conversation at osualum.com/Changemakers.

Save the Date: The Department of Integrative Biology and College of Science present the 2021 Robert M. Storm Distinguished Lecture. Kay Holekamp, Distinguished Professor of Zoology, Michigan State University will present a seminar titled "Selective Forces Shaping the Evolution of IntelligenceWednesday, May 26, at 4 p.m. Holekamp’s research focuses on mammalian behavioral development, its physiological substrates and its consequences for the adult phenotype. Additionally, her lab researches the selection processes that have favored the evolution of large brains and great intelligence despite the considerable costs of neural tissue. Finally, the lab works on conservation of large mammalian carnivores in African ecosystems. Registration is required; https://beav.es/Storm21.

Building trust and access in Oregon’s social services — June 23: For communities that have been historically underserved or harmed by federal policies and services, building trust comes first. As program equity manager for the Oregon Department of Human Services, Rebecca Arce, MPP ’14, helps build relationships that create more equitable and accessible social services for all Oregonians. Join her in conversation with College of Liberal Arts Professor Susan Shaw on June 23 at 5 p.m. PT. Register at osualum.com/Changemakers.

Take Note

Faculty Professional Development Opportunity: Join a small, supportive cohort to advance your teaching skills. The Summer ’21 Blended Faculty Learning Community will focus on applying effective practices for skillful use of educational technology and for integrating synchronous and asynchronous learning activities. Apply by May 16. Funding provided.

Updates to University Policies & Standards: Please visit the University Policy & Standards page to learn about recent policy updates: http://policy.oregonstate.edu/whats-new. This page is updated frequently with new developments, so we encourage you to check back regularly. Also, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter here.

Monthly Emergency Preparedness Topic: Fire. Nationally since 2000, 85 fatal fires, claiming 118 lives, have occurred on college campuses, in Greek housing, or in off-campus housing within three miles of the campus. Each year more than 2,500 people die and 12,600 are injured in home fires in the United States, with direct property loss due to home fires estimated at $7.3 billion annually. By preparing in advance, you can know how you will respond if a fire strikes. This month’s poster can be downloaded at https://emergency.oregonstate.edu/emergency-preparedness/preparedness-topics/fire.

Health and Safety: The University Health & Safety Committee wants to promote health and safety by promoting OR-OSHA “Safety Break for Oregon” on May 12, where departments can use the day to remind staff about workplace safety. For information and ideas for safety promotion and to sign up, visit https://osha.oregon.gov/safetybreak/Pages/index.aspx. 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.

Employee recognition: Fiscal Policy-Rule #03-140-507 Employee Recognition as been revised to update and replace FIS 410-08. The new policy and related FAQs can be accessed on the FPP website. Contact the Fiscal Policy Coordinator for your business center or the Policy Steward listed on this policy with any questions.

Miscellaneous expenses: Fiscal Policy-Rule 03-140-513 Miscellaneous Expenses as been revised to update and consolidate related policies (FIS 410-04 Flower Purchases, FIS 410-23 Testing Incentives, FIS 410-28 Greeting Card & FIS 410-31 Utilities for Short Term Field Crew Housing). The new policy and related FAQs can be accessed on the FPP website. Contact the Fiscal Policy Coordinator for your business center or the Policy Steward listed on this policy with any questions.

Trade-in of equipment: Fiscal Policy-Rule 03-160-208 Trade-In of Equipment has been revised to update and consolidate related policies (FIS 406-01 Trade-Ins, PRO 209 Trade Acquisitions & PRO 803 Trade-In of Equipment Disposals). The new policy and related FAQs can be accessed on the FPP website. Contact the Fiscal Policy Coordinator for your business center or the Policy Steward listed on this policy with any questions.

Deadline Extended for 2021-2022 Oregon Sea Grant Industry Fellowship: The Oregon Sea Grant and the Oregon Applied Sustainability Experience (OASE) are soliciting applications for the 2021-22 Environmental and Sustainability Program Coordinator fellowship with The Tofurky Company. This nearly year-long opportunity is open to recent graduates. It offers hands-on experience in the research, design and implementation of an environmental management system and the beginnings of a sustainability program. Full details at the Oregon Sea Grant Scholars website. Deadline extended to April 30.

OSU Exemplary Employee Award nominations are open now through May 31. This award recognizes work performance and service which goes above and beyond the standard expectations held for professional faculty and classified staff. One classified and one professional faculty employee will be honored at the University Day ceremonies with the presentation of a plaque and cash award of $500 each. Please click here to learn about the nomination process and criteria.

New Impact Report for OSU Libraries and Press is available: OSU Libraries and Press' annual Impact Report highlights the challenges and the accomplishments of the previous year. Read the Impact Report for 2019-20 at library.oregonstate.edu/file/2019-2020libraryimpactreportpdf

Award nominations: The Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center invites nominations for annual awards. There are three award categories: Women of Achievement Award, AYA Award and Student Leader Award. Nominations close on Monday, May 3. Information about each award and the nomination process can be found at: https://beav.es/3Zu.

CFP: 2021-22 Humanities Research Clusters. The OSU Center for the Humanities invites proposals for 2021-22 interdisciplinary research clusters. This program offers scholars with expertise in different fields the opportunity to explore a topic of shared interest in common and in depth. Deadline: Tuesday, June 1, 5 p.m. More information and application instructions are available online at: https://humanities.oregonstate.edu/research-clusters.

OSU Community HubFree platform for Beavers to connect, learn and share. Introduce yourself and get to know other Oregon State students and employees through this new resource; ask questions to your peers about child care, caregiving, family events, community resources; and join interest groups to connect with those who share similar professional interests and experiences. For more information, contact the Family Resource Center at [email protected].

STEM Academy: STEM Academy is hosting a broad range of STEM Summer Day Camps from mid-June through early August for students who will be entering grades 3-12 in the fall of 2021. Registration for the summer program is open. Topics include: transportation, coding, invention, engineering, computer graphics and modeling, cybersecurity, biochemistry, computational biology, powered machines, Lego robotics, wildlife science, and the computational mystery of board games. For more information or to register online, please visit http://stemacademy.oregonstate.edu. For questions, call 541-737-8139 or email [email protected]. Needs-based scholarships available for all camps. 

OSU ADA30 Celebratory Symposium: Registration is now open. The symposium is the culmination of a year-long celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act at Oregon State University. This symposium combines poster and paper sessions with community-oriented workshops and facilitated discussions to create opportunities for dialogue across spheres of experience. This is a digital event that will be held on Zoom May 4-27. This symposium is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Visit the OSU ADA30 Blog for more information about symposium accessibility, registration and sessions.

Marine Studies Initiative Photo Contest: Highlight the new Marine Studies degree, which focuses on the relationship between people and the marine environment, by submitting an original photo for our photo contest. Submit at beav.es/Jj4. Must be an OSU student. Three photos can be submitted per person. Winner will receive two tickets to the Oregon Coast Aquarium and be featured on MSI socials, website and newsletter. 

Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2021 University Mentoring and Professional Development Award. This award, presented annually at University Day, recognizes any classified, professional faculty or faculty member who excels in mentoring, supporting and encouraging OSU employees, especially women and those from under-represented groups or non-traditional careers, and making available to them opportunities for professional, educational and personal development. 2021 President’s Commission on the Status of Women believes that mentoring and development are critical to excellent performance and employee satisfaction. The award offers a way of commending individuals who support the learning environment for OSU employees. For more information and a list of past recipients: https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/pcosw/funding-opportunities. Nominations are due May 4. Questions? Contact [email protected].


Traffic and maintenance

NEW! Washington Way: For work related to Pacific Power system upgrades, the multi-use path along SW Washington Way will be temporarily closed between 30th Street and 35th Street for electrical work being performed by Pacific Power. A detour will be in place (view detour map). Work started on Monday, April 26 and will be extended through Monday, May 10.

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! The College of Education invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Executive Assistant to the Dean position. This position is responsible for direct administrative and technical support to the Dean of the College of Education. This position is responsible for planning, scheduling and assisting in the day-to-day and long-term activities of the Dean. Posting #P04315UF. Closes May 30.

Weather

“Never tell me the odds!" ~ Han Solo

Corvallis: Decreasing clouds today, high of 71, low of 42. Partly sunny Wednesday.

Central Oregon: Sunny today, high of 65, low of 38. Mostly sunny tomorrow.

Newport: Mostly sunny today, high of 58, low of 46. Partly sunny tomorrow.

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