Happy Birthday to Wally Pilot! For 75 years Wally Pilot has exemplified the spirit of University of Portland at athletic and campus events. From appearing on textbook covers, student manuals, spirit buttons to t-shirts, actual mascot costumes, and Wally Pilot figures, this most recognized figure on The Bluff was recently feted with a Wally Pilot […]
Archives for March 2023
Library Bookplates
Patrons browsing the shelves at Clark Library may, upon opening a volume to scan the contents, find a decorative bookplate adorning the inside front cover. Obviously the bookplate indicates the Library’s ownership, but also records particular books donated by or added to the library collection as benefactions in remembrance of a person. The history and design […]
New to The Bluff: Tshombé Brown, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
After a national search, the University of Portland has named Tshombé Brown its first Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. A welcoming, well-known presence on campus since his arrival on The Bluff in 2017, Brown will assume his new role on April 17. Since 2021, Brown has supported students and colleagues in a variety of […]
New to The Bluff: Elizabeth Parkman, Associate Director for Student Engagement in the Office of Student Activities
Join us in welcoming Elizabeth Parkman as the new Associate Director for Student Engagement! Parkman previously worked with Docent at the Portland Art Museum and is currently serves as the Vice President of the Board for the Friends of Peninsula Rose Garden.
UPdate
Rebekah Hanson, performing and fine arts, co-published “Chamber Music by Female Composers: A Pedagogical Analysis and Historical Overview” in American String Teacher Journal, 73 (1), 41-48, February 2023. Student co-authors: Amber Shen, Tyler Lawrence, and Corryn Bottenfield. Simon Aihiokhai, theology, is currently serving as a peer reviewer of Exchange: Journal of Contemporary Christianities in Context. […]
Blanchet House Honors UP School of Nursing & Health Innovations with 2023 Service Award
Strengthening a bond that traces back to its founding 71 years ago, Blanchet House has selected University of Portland’s School of Nursing & Health Innovations (UPSONHI) as the recipient of its 2023 Service Award. Blanchet House bestowed the honor on UPSONHI at its annual Lend a Helping Hand Brunch in downtown Portland March 5. In its ongoing […]
PilotsGive Social Media & Communication Training (Mar. 8)
PilotsGive—the most important giving day of the year for UP students and programs—is coming up on March 22–23. Join us for our social media and communication training on Wednesday, March 8, from 1–2 p.m. in Library Classroom 211. You’ll get lots of tips on talking about PilotsGive and learn how to generate more gifts for […]
RESCHEDULED: Learn About Open Educational Resources (Mar. 14)
The Library has rescheduled its OER session, Open Educational Resources: Access, Affordability, Inclusion, & Academic Success, for March 14 at 2 p.m. in the Library Classroom (map). Join UP librarians Christina Prucha and Philip Vue to learn more about OER and how to find them. Also, this week is Open Education Week (March 6–10), and […]
Suicide Prevention Intervention Training (Mar. 16 & 17)
The Wellness Center invites you to participate in a suicide prevention intervention training. We have scheduled an ASIST training to be hosted at Orrico LL on March 16 and 17. ASIST is a layperson training that prepares people to address and intervene with individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts and other mental health problems. The training is robust […]
Stock UP (Mar. 17)
Stock UP is returning for another pop-up event on Friday, March 17, from 1:30–3:30 p.m. at 5516 N. Willamette Blvd. Stock UP is open to all students, staff, and faculty and will have fresh produce, nonperishable goods, menstrual hygiene items, and more. Masks are optional, and bags will be provided for attendees who need them. […]