Students can earn a scholarship for their sense of humor! No joke — a student could earn one of five $3,333 Brian Doyle Scholarships in Gentle & Sidelong Humor for a proposal on a way to bring some laughs to The Bluff. Let your students know about this scholarship opportunity. Applications are due on April […]
03-22-2021
Brian Doyle Scholarship for Creative Writing: 2021-2022 Applications Welcome
The Brian Doyle Scholarship for Creative Writing was established in 2018 by University of Portland regent Ralph Bliquez in memory of Brian Doyle, who passed away in May 2017. One aspiring writer will receive a $35,000 scholarship award for the 2021-2022 academic year. Applications are being accepted from now until April 9, 2021. Faculty and staff are […]
Faculty Development Day, May 11: Call for Session Proposals
The Committee on Teaching and Scholarship is pleased to announce the return of Faculty Development Day which will be a virtual event on May 11, 2021. The schedule and number of programs are still to be determined. However, the committee is now accepting proposals for 45-minute sessions on topics related to the keynote theme or on a topic of interest to you and your peers. Please email a title, brief program description, whether you prefer […]
PilotsGive, April 7-8: Together we all add UP!
Mark your calendar for April 7-8, noon to noon, for one of the biggest giving days of the year at the University of Portland. PilotsGive is a day of worldwide Pilot pride that raises critical support for scholarships, programs, innovative learning experiences, and student success. There are many ways to show your support and raise […]
Register Now for Wednesday Conversation with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
ReadUP 2021 will conclude this week with the Schoenfeldt Distinguished Writers Series hosting Dr. Ibram X. Kendi as he engages the community in a dynamic conversation on Wednesday, March 31 at 5:15 p.m. via live Zoom webinar. Remember, you must register in advance, though the event is free and open to all. The Zoom webinar […]
A Catholic Look at the Crises of Neoliberal Economics, March 23
If you find something horrifying about politicians suggesting that people just get out and shop and dine during the pandemic—even if it means their grandparents might die from COVID-19 and that is just the regrettable cost of reviving the economy—you have just faced a crisis of neoliberal economics. Want to know more? Join the webinar […]
2021 Orientation Planning: Suggestions & Ideas Welcome
The planning process for Fall 2021 new student orientation programs and activities is underway, according to Jeromy Koffler, student activities. Any suggestions, recommendations, proposals, requests, or other “we should really do that!” ideas will be gratefully accepted by Koffler (koffler@up.edu); Brad Franco, history (franco@up.edu); or Montana Hisel-Cochran, business (hiselcoc@up.edu), by Tuesday, March 30.
Celebrating Local Leaders & Connecting with Future Change-Makers, March 30
Join UP’s I Am Psyched PDX, psychological sciences, social work, and the Career Center to celebrate local organizations serving QT/BIPOC communities working towards social justice and equitable practices in Oregon. The event will take place on Tuesday, March 30 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Learn more about the amazing ways they are serving our community, […]
Humanities Faculty: Deadline Extended For Kate Regan Faculty Development Fund Grants
The Collaborative for International Studies and Global Outreach (CISGO) is pleased to announce the continuation of the Kate Regan Faculty Development grants for 2021 – 2022. A generous donor has created a grant to support faculty in the humanities (English, History, International Languages and Cultures, Performing and Fine Arts, Philosophy, and Theology) whose teaching and […]
¿Que Pasa Con DACA? Moving Forward and Ways to Advocate, March 24
Please join Diversity and Inclusion Programs (DIP) as they host non-profit Immigrants Rising as they facilitate a conversation and information workshop on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). The conversation will take place on Wednesday, March 24 from 10 – 11:30 a.m. over Zoom. In this session you will learn of the origins of DACA, […]