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.
 

10 essential questions about Oregon's 5th District, the state's most unpredictable congressional race (OPB News)

Meanwhile, Oregon State University-Cascades political science instructor Judy Stiegler pointed to Central Oregon’s recent track record of bucking candidates with the most money. In the 2020 GOP primary for the 2nd District, the leading fundraiser did not win the nomination, and in Bend, a 2020 Oregon House race ousted Republican incumbent Cheri Helt, despite a significant fundraising advantage.

 

A psychedelic surprise may be thriving in your local garden (National Geographic)

The most straightforward answer is the natural one, explains Jessie Uehling, a fungal biologist at Oregon State University: The spores get carried by wind. “Spores are like the seeds of a mushroom,” she says. “Air comes in and physically swirls underneath the cap, collects spores, and then goes on its way.” Those spores then land on an uncolonized patch of wood chips and, if conditions are right, begin to grow. “They’re poised to colonize a resource as soon as it becomes available.”
 

Here's who won the 2022 Oregon Book Awards (Oregonian)

Frances Fuller Victor Award for General Nonfiction: Jacob Darwin Hamblin of Corvallis, for “The Wretched Atom: America’s Global Gamble With Peaceful Nuclear Technology,” a historical narrative about the United States’ pursuit of civilian atomic energy. “The leading question that I get asked about this book is, ‘Is this a pro-nuclear book or anti-nuclear book?’” Hamblin said. “And I say, ‘No, it’s a history book. It’s OK to read it without having a pro or con view.’" Hamblin is a history professor at Oregon State University.
 

Working to keep oysters healthy (News-Times)

Chris Langdon, professor of fisheries in the Coastal Oregon Marine Experiment Station at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center, knows a lot about oysters. He and his team of researchers at Hatfield are working to keep oysters healthy and sustainable.
 

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Still waters: John del Bando, a buyer at OSU, submitted this photo of Calapooya Spring. We are accepting photo submissions at [email protected]

Timely Teaching Tips: Giving your students a team project assignment for the last half of the term? Share the Academic Success Center’s Teamwork Makes the Dream Work packet. Consider reserving class time for students to plan a positive and collaborative approach to their work including communication strategies, a shared understanding of the project, and the timeline.

Today

NEW! It’s Dam Proud Day: Get loud for OSU students, faculty and programs. Visit the website to support and share your excitement about a wide variety of OSU causes. Learn how to amplify your generosity with contests, donation matches and other incentives. One example: In the President’s Challenge, Interim President Becky Johnson and her wife Lori Elkins, ’03, M.S. ’06, invite you to vote on the amount they’ll donate to five student support programs.

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.

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! Disability Rally: Join us this Wednesday, April 27 at the Valley Library Quad (east) between noon and 2 p.m. Raise your voice for disability inclusion, equity and access. Come make a sign, enjoy a snack and support our need for cultural space. Hosted by the Disabled Students Union; Drive, Support, Unite.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Events

NEW! University Budget Committee: The Committee will meet this Friday, April 29 from 2-3:30 p.m. via Zoom. The UBC is OSU’s advisory body to the Provost for recommendations on tuition rates, budget priorities and budget policies. The committee will discuss projections and planning relevant to developing budget and tuition recommendations for 2022-23. If you are interested in joining as an observer, register for the webinar here.

NEW! University Budget Conversation: The Office of Budget and Resource Planning will hold a University Budget Conversation via Zoom April 28, noon to 1 p.m. This week’s topic is “Overview of State Funding Request Process” with guest speaker, Jan Lewis. The initial 15 minutes is spent on presentation of the topic, followed by discussion and Q&A. To register, click here. More information is on the website or contact Sherm Bloomer

NEW! Music à la Carte: Ken Saul, trumpet and Lauren Servias, piano. Program includes music by Alexander Aruntunain, Alexander Glazunov, Sergei Rachmaninoff, N. Rimsky-Korsakov and Jules Levy. Friday, April 29 at noon in the Memorial Union Lounge. Free, open to all. Livestream available at https://youtu.be/-5OowHGz75A.

NEW! Parent and Family Spring Social on April 29: During Spring Family Weekend, Beaver parents and families are invited to enjoy VIP treatment for free at Reser Stadium’s Toyota Club on Friday, April 29 from 4-6 p.m. The Parent and Family Spring Social is a chance for parents and families to casually meet, connect, mingle and learn all about how to support students and get more involved at OSU. Open to all current OSU parents, families and students. Register in advance here: bit.ly/OSUParentFamilySocial22.

NEW! Live concert: KBVR-TV is holding a live concert on April 29, 6-8 p.m., in the Student Experience Center Plaza to showcase student talent here at OSU. The concert features some staple sounds of Eugene and Corvallis. KBVR-TV will be broadcasting the performance live from the SEC Plaza to channel 26 and online at kbvrtv.orangemedianetwork.com.

NEW! Talk & tour at the John Inskeep Environmental Center (Oregon City): Join the OSU Extension Service Master Naturalist Program for a talk and tour at the Clackamas Community College John Inskeep Environmental Learning Center (ELC) on Saturday, April 30 from 9-11 a.m. Join us to learn more about the history of the ELC, its programs for youth and adults, and volunteer opportunities. Space is limited; RSVP by April 29 to [email protected].

NEW! Night Market: The Asian & Pacific Cultural Center, in collaboration with the Office of Institutional Diversity & OSUPC, is hosting a Night Market. The event will celebrate the start of Asian & Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month at OSU with student performances, food and prizes. Sunday, May 1, from 4-8 p.m. in the SEC Plaza.

NEW! "The Boy Out the Trailer:" A Reading by Justin St. Germain: Award-winning writer and OSU Creative Writing professor Justin St. Germain will discuss and read from his new essay collection that explores defining aspects of the rural working-class experience. Hosted by the OSU Center for the Humanities via Zoom on Monday, May 2, at 4 p.m. Learn more and register here.

NEW! Steinway Piano Concert Series: Sergei Babayan. Corvallis-OSU Piano International presents Armenian-American pianist Sergei Babyan in recital in Austin Auditorium at The LaSells Stewart Center. Sunday, May 16 at 4 p.m. in The LaSells Stewart Center. Tickets $25 in advance, $28 at the door. OSU students free with ID. Tickets and more information.

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).

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].  

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.

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! Department of Botany & Plant Pathology Spring Seminar Series: “Evolution of Development and Anatomy in Nematodes” presented by Nathan Schroeder of University of Illinois, April 28, 4 p.m. ALS 4001 and via Zoom. For complete schedule visit the BPP Seminar website.

NEW! Leadership: Effective Leading in a Hybrid Work Culture. Beavers are workplace leaders. A panel of alumni experts shares insights from the new hybrid work culture at "Winning in Life," April 28, at 5:30 p.m. This free, interactive virtual webcast gives you tips and tools to cultivate your leadership skills. Register for free at ForOregonState.org/Winning.

NEW! Holocaust Memorial Week: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Talk by Luhui Whitebear, School of Language, Culture and Society and Center Director of the Kaku-Ixt Mana Ina Haws. Just as Holocaust Memorial Week often includes presentations on comparative genocide, so does it include events on major episodes of human rights abuse. April 28 at 7 p.m. in the Horizon Room of the Memorial Union. Free, open to all. Livestream also available at https://youtu.be/rzwR3cIhaPoInformation.

NEW! Holocaust Memorial Week: Sixth HMW Social Justice Student Conference: "The Return of History? The Continuous Challenge to Democracy and Universal Human Rights." Seven students will present on research regarding comparative genocide, war and peace studies, and history, as well as political, cultural, social and educational theory and praxis with regards to civil and human rights. April 29 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free, open to all via Zoom. Registration is required. https://beav.es/wRkInformation.

NEW! Register now for the Ecampus Faculty Forum: Take part in discussions about online teaching excellence and discover techniques you can use to enhance your online courses at the Ecampus Faculty Forum next month. The event at the CH2M HILL Alumni Center features pre-conference workshops on the afternoon of May 3, followed by a series of interactive presentations May 4 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Engage with your colleagues as they share their innovative teaching methods and experiences in online course development. See the agenda and a list of presenters, and register today.

NEW! Center for Teaching and Learning Sparkshop: Engaging students in cooperative learning in STEM classes. Want to know evidence-based conditions and strategies for engaging students in productive cooperative learning experiences? Participate in the cooperative learning workshop. May 10, noon to 12:45 p.m. Registration required.

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.

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.

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

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

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.
 
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].

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! Financial Aid Advisor: The Office of Financial Aid invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Financial Aid Advisor positions. Posting #P05454UF. Closes May 3.

Weather

“You know you've done enough, When every bone is sore. You know you've prayed enough, When you don't ask any more. You know you're coming to some kind of understanding, When every dream you've dreamed has passed, And you're still standing.” ~ Patty Griffin

Corvallis: Partly sunny with a slight chance of showers, high of 59, low of 40. Showers likely tomorrow.

Central Oregon: Partly sunny today, high of 54, low of 43. Chance of rain tomorrow.

Newport: Slight chance of showers, high of 54, low of 40. Showers likely Thursday.

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