Oregon State University research aims to give an old grain new prominence in food and beer.

OSU students to walk 100 miles during pilgrimage from Corvallis to Northeast Portland’s The Grotto (Oregonian)

Oregon State University students involved in the Newman Center Catholic community on campus are planning to walk 100 miles, from Corvallis to Northeast Portland, over the Memorial Day weekend.

Breaking up physicians and pharma ties could lead to improved health care (Houston Business Journal)

Although the relationship between pharmaceutical companies and doctors is widely accepted, researchers from Oregon State University, Oregon Health & Science University and the University of Washington suggest breaking those ties is beneficial to patients. (see also Columbus Dispatch, Daily Herald, Financial Content)

Portland fluoride: For the fourth time since 1956, Portland voters reject fluoridation (Oregonian)

“There’s a libertarian component to Oregon politics … a kind of opposition to what the establishment might want,” said Bill Lunch, a political science professor at Oregon State University. “Those who have more money, despite the kind of popular presumptions in this regard, don’t always win elections.”

Canned peaches may be as good for you as fresh ones (ABC Fresno)

Researchers with Oregon State University say they have found canned peaches contain the equivalent amount of nutrition as fresh peaches. Researchers say in some cases, the canning process may even increase certain nutritional values.

50th anniversary of historic Everest climb (LIFE@OSU)

Fifty years ago this spring, the first American mountaineers to scale the world’s tallest mountain accomplished that feat in a manner that still has the climbing world in awe today. The ascent of Mt. Everest by Willi Unsoeld and Tom Hornbein is considered one of the greatest climbing achievements in history. Recreational Sports at OSU is holding a Willi Unsoeld Celebration Wednesday, May 22 from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. in the Adventure Leadership Institute Lounge (Dixon East Entry).

Benton County jobless rate dips (Gazette-Times)

In the public sector, state government has added 140 jobs since April 2012, driven by hiring at Oregon State University. In the same period, local government is down 80 jobs and federal government down 40.

Interview with Kaci Buhl (DugDug)

This week, we have the privilege of speaking with Kaci Buhl, Senior Faculty Research Assistant at Oregon State University and a Project Coordinator for the National Pesticide Information Center.

Oregon students going to Cuba to see ‘a country lost in time’ (KVAL)

Also on board for the unique experience are 14 other students from Portland State, University of Oregon and Oregon State.

OSU jazz musicians to perform (Gazette-Times)

Oregon State University jazz musicians will return to the Majestic Theatre, 115 S.W. Second St., in downtown Corvallis, for a pair of concerts at 7:30 tonight and Thursday night.

Naturalist to speak at Campus Creative Census Celebration (Gazette-Times)

Naturalist and author Robert Michael Pyle will be the featured guest at the Campus Creature Census Celebration, to be at 7 p.m. Thursday in the International Living and Learning Center at Oregon State University.

Today

Divine Nine Greek Week: Cook Out Kick Off: May 22, noon to 3 p.m., MU Quad. In collaboration with the Black Student Union, Black Cultural Center, Center for Fraternity and Sorority life and a host of other organizations we are bringing a taste of the Divine Nine Fraternity and Sorority traditions to OSU. Free Food, strolling and knowledge. Contact: divine9.oregonstate@gmail.com or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/638257842855322/

Africa Initiative – Climate-Smart Agroforestry in Ethiopia and Kenya.  Join the next  Africa Initiative meeting, Wednesday, May 22, noon to 1 p.m. in Heckart Lodge where College of Forestry’s Badege Bishaw will present a recently completed synthesis paper carried out in partnership with the World Agroforestry Center.  All are welcome.  If you would like to receive future email announcements to Africa Initiative activities and events, please be sure to subscribe to our new listserv.

Recreational Sports Willi Unsoeld Celebration Wednesday, May 22: From 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. in the Adventure Leadership Institute Lounge (Dixon East Entry), Recreational Sports will be celebrating the 50^th anniversary of OSU alumnus, Willi Unsoeld, and his historic ascent of Mount Everest. Drop in and see how the spirit of Unsoeld lives on at the OSU Adventure Leadership Institute.

OSUsed Store May Dot Sale: Come by our public sale Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at 644 SW 13th St where all dotted merchandise will be 75 percent off, and white tag items (housewares) will all be 50 percent off. Personal purchases must be made during public sales, but departments may shop on most weekdays; learn more on our website.

Climate Club Sandwich Lunch: Conversations Across Disciplines series will focus on how other disciplines study climate change, present the latest findings in climate change research and scholarship, and provide an opportunity to meet colleagues interested in interdisciplinary collaboration.  This session will feature Jacob Darwin Hamblin , Jeff Bethel, and  Dominique Bachelet .   May 22, noon to 1 p.m., StrandAg 348. RSVP’s appreciated: 541-737-5705

Editorial festival: OSU Visiting Writers Series Presents the 3rd Annual Editorial Festival May 22, Valley Library, Autzen Classroom. 4 p.m. (Graduate and Undergraduate Students) Q&A and discussion geared toward online literary editing and publishing, submitting work, and establishing and maintaining literary ventures in electronic forms. 7:30 p.m. (Open to the Public) Panelists will give guided tours of their own electronic ventures and discuss and debate the current opportunities and limitations of digital platforms relative to their experiences as online writers and publishers. Autzen Classroom computers will showcase panelists’ favorite magazines and presses during an open time for circulation and conversation.

Water Resources Seminar Series: Dennis Baldocchi, professor in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy and Management at the University of California-Berkeley, will speak about “Evaluating Evaporation Everywhere, All of the Time: Lessons Learned about Ecosystem Evaporation from Long-term, Global Flux Networks.” He will speak on May 22 from 4 to 5 p.m. in Agricultural & Life Sciences Room 4000.

Department of Fisheries and Wildlife seminars: Keith Aubry, USDA Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station, Olympia, WA: The Wolverine in Washington: Extirpation, Recolonization, and Current Status. May 22, Nash 206, 4 p.m.

Psychological Science series: “Uncertainty about the Causes of Health-Related Events.”  The fourth talk of the School of Psychological Science spring colloquium series, given by John Edwards. May 22, 4 to 5 p.m. Willamette West Room in the Valley Library. Admission is free and open to all OSU researchers.  For more information on the colloquium series and a schedule of future talks, please see the SPS homepage: http://oregonstate.edu/cla/psych_science

NEW! OSU Jazz at the Majestic I: The Large Jazz Ensemble, directed by Ryan Biesack will perform on Wed., May 22, at 7:30 p.m. at the Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd Street. Admission is $10 at the door. OSU students, staff, and faculty are free with their ID card. Youth under 18 also free.

Upcoming Events

NEW! OSU Jazz at the Majestic II: The Jazz Combos, directed by Neal Grandstaff will perform on Thurs., May 23, at 7:30 p.m. at the Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2^nd Street. Admission is $10 at the door. OSU students, staff, and faculty are free with their ID card. Youth under 18 also free.

NEW! Jan’s retirement celebration: May 24, 1 to 3 p.m., Nash 032.

NEW! Divine Nine Step Show: The 11th Annual Step Show will be Saturday, May 25 at the LaSells Stewart Center. There will be a BBQ (included in ticket price), starting at 2 p.m., and the show will start 3:30 p.m.. Tickets are $8 in advance at MU 103, or $10 at the door. For questions or for accommodations related to disability, contact: OregonStateBSU@gmail.com.

NEW! Corvallis Young Pros Event: Upcoming graduates and OSU faculty/staff are invited to join Corvallis Young Pros for its  monthly networking event. This will be an ideal opportunity for new graduates to network with local professionals and learn of job opportunities in Corvallis. When: Tuesday, May 28 from 5-7 p.m. Where: CH2M HILL Alumni Center, Willamette Room. OSU Catering will be provided, alcohol for cash purchase.

NEW! Well Water testing: Sustainable Living Clinic: Thursday, June 6, 1 to 5 p.m. Bring 1/2 cup of well water in a clean container for screening, groudwater educator will be on hand to answer questions about groundwter, septic systems, and wells. Benton County Sunset Building Lobby, 4077 SW Research Way. Free and open to the public

Divine Nine Greek: YARDFEST, May 23, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m, MU Quad. See what the various organizations within the Divine Nine have to offer. The D9 organizations represented at OSU will be tabling in the quad providing information on the achievements and goals of their specific organizations. Contact: divine9.oregonstate@gmail.com or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/638257842855322/

Come to Dancing with the OSU Stars: Come see “Stars” from your Oregon State campus compete for the coveted Mirror Ball Trophy. Check it out on May 30, 7:30 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center. Admission costs $5 for OSU students and $8 for general admission. For complete event details (including a list of stars and ticket information) visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/489520944446855/?fref=ts

Donna Thwing’s retirement reception: The department of Procurement and Contract Services in the division of Campus Operations will celebrate the career and retirement of Construction Contracts Supervisor Donna Thwing. Donna’s career at OSU has spanned over 30 years. The open-house reception will be held in the Ag Production Room at La Sells Stewart Center from 2 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 6.

Retirement Reception for Barbara Cusimano and Ann Asbell:  The School of Biological and Population Health Sciences in the College of Public Health and Human Sciences will celebrate the careers of Barbara Cusimano and Ann Asbell.  The reception will be held in the Women’s Building Lobby from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 7.  Remarks will start at 3:30.

Lectures and webinars

NEW! Brown-bag session on Professional Faculty Issues: May 31. The Faculty Senate is hosting a brown-bag listening session to hear concerns from professional faculty. Because these colleagues are major constituents of the Faculty Senate, the Executive Committee needs to understand their unique issues in order to better advocate on their behalf. You are invited to participate in the May 31 session from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in Kidder Hall 202.

“Boys, men, fathers: A 30-year intergenerational study of how fatherhood impacts men and their families:” A talk by David Kerr, with the School of Psychological Science at Oregon State University, at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 23, in the Hallie Ford Center, room 115, on the OSU campus. The talk is part of Oregon Parenting Education Week: http://health.oregonstate.edu/hallie-ford/oregon-parenting-education-week

RecSports Wellness Workshop: Relaxation; participate in a 50 minute muscle relaxation exercise and guided imagery session. Thursday May 23, 13 from noon to 1 p.m. or 5 to 6 p.m.; Dixon Lower Classroom.  Free to OSU community. Register here!

LinkedIn’s Higher Education Leader: John Hill, LinkedIn higher education evangelist, is leading an exclusive session with advisors and staff to share best practices and strategies on how you can advise students to utilize LinkedIn to brand and market themselves online, network with alumni and professionals in their field, and leverage their brand and network in the job and internship search.  Thursday, May 23, 11 a.m. to noon, CORD 2113 (Limited seating/room capacity 77). Students are invited to a separate LinkedIn session on May 22 from 6-7 p.m. – ILLC 155

Discourse on Climate: At the May 23 meeting of Triad, OSU’s faculty and staff club, Gregg Walker of Speech Communications will discuss his research on discourse at negotiations of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change . Triad meets in the MU, room 109A, from noon to 1 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend free of charge and pay $11 if they have lunch. Contact Larry Pribyl, 541-737-3817, to save a seat.

“Latinos in Oregon: Current Issues and Future Challenges:” A seminar sponsored by The Center for Latin@ Studies and Engagement (CL@SE), will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, May 23, in the Memorial Union Journey Room on the Oregon State University campus. Panelists will include Laura Isiordia (CAPACES Leadership Institute), Erlinda Gonzales-Berry (Casa Latinos Unidos), Marcela Mendoza (Centro LatinoAmericano), and Consuelo Saragoza (Oregon Latino Agenda for Action). Info: http://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/centers-and-initiatives/center-latin-studies-and-engagement

Campus Creature Census Celebration: Master naturalist and prize-winning author Robert Michael Pyle will be the featured guest at the Campus Creature Census Celebration, Thursday, May 23, 7 p.m., in International Living and Learning Center 155, 1701 SW Western Blvd. Winning artwork and photography will be on display, and prose and poetry winners will share their entries. http://springcreek.oregonstate.edu/

Environmental & Molecular Toxicology Special Seminar: Michael S. Denison, PhD, Fellow ATS, RKGAAGS, Professor of Environmental Toxicology, University of California, Davis  –“Translation of Toxicological Mechanisms into Bioassays for Chemical Detection and Site Characterization: Dioxins and Related Chemicals”  at noon on Friday, May 24, in 4001 Ag Life Sciences .

Brown Bag Discussion: Why Social Media? Climbing the Mountain and Seeing the Light. A grant-funded science center perspective. Facilitator: Naomi Hirsch. May 29, noon to 1 p.m., Marketplace West Dining Large East Room. The is the first of a series of events sponsored by a new group on campus, OSU Science Communicators.

News for Employees

NEW! Bard in the Quad auditions: Open auditions for Bard in the Quad will take place May 28-29, beginning at 6 p.m. at Withycombe Hall’s main stage, 30th and Campus Way, Corvallis. This summer, Bard in the Quad will present Shakespeare’s “Comedy of Errors.” This tale of comic misunderstanding, mistaken identity, and love lost and found will be transported to the wild world of the reality television show “Jersey Shore.” Performance dates for “Comedy of Errors” are Aug. 8-11 and Aug. 15-18. Rehearsals will begin on June 16. For more information, go to http://oregonstate.edu/dept/theatre/auditions or contact director Elizabeth Helman at Elizabeth.helman@oregonstate.edu

New voicemail platform: On Tuesday, May 28, OSU will be migrating to a new voicemail platform called Microsoft Exchange Unified Messaging. If you access your voice messages only by calling the 7-7111 access number, you are a “voicemail-only” user. Please contact your department telephone coordinator to receive your temporary PIN for the new system.If you receive your voice messages in your email, you are a “converged” voicemail user. You will receive an email on May 28 from the system welcoming you to Unified Messaging; the welcome message will contain your new PIN. For more information: http://oregonstate.edu/helpdocs/microsoft-exchange-unified-messaging

Undergraduate internship opportunities: Applications are now open for two paid undergraduate internships in the OSU Libraries and Press.  See the application Web page for full descriptions and requirements. Colegio César Chávez Collection Online and Physical Dual Language Exhibits.  This intern will create a dual language (English and Spanish) online exhibit of the Colegio César Chávez Collection and a dual language physical exhibit. Ellie’s Log Web Site. This intern will create, update and moderate content on the Ellie’s Log Web site and may contribute content to other Libraries or Press Web sites.

U-Fit Faculty/Staff Series with Rec Sports: Join Rec Sports this summer for a faculty/staff beginners exercise program. U-Fit is for individuals who want to build skills and confidence to become regularly physically active. Learn more here!

PaCS Presents Merchant Expo 2013:  There is still time to sign up to attend the Merchant Expo at LaSells Stewart Center on Thursday, May 30^th!  Find out additional information and register online to attend at http://pacs.oregonstate.edu/merchantexpo/. Registrations received by May 23 will have a chance to win a $50 Fred Meyer gift card. Get your photo taken with Benny Beaver, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Traffic and Maintenance

Valley Library: Due to elevator cable replacement, elevators 4 & 5 will be temporarily shut down in the Valley Library while contractors complete repairs May 22, 9 a.m. to May 28, 5 p.m.  All other elevators will remain open.  Signage will be in place.

Langton Place: Due to constructed related activities, Langton Place will be closed May 24 from 7 a.m. to noon.

Washington Ave NE: Due to the Greek Week Bonfire, the far east section of the Washington Ave. NE lot will be closed May 23-24 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

Oregon State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital seeks a Full time Animal Attendant for employment in the Large Animal Hospital.  The hospital is part of OSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine and provides excellent benefits and a competitive salary.  Posting #0010604.  Closes May 24.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Extended to May 24.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Extended to May 24.

Office Specialist II, School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering, F/T, starting at $2170/month plus benefits. Major duties include website management, event planning, and newsletter & publication preparation. Posting # 010684. Closes May 24.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

Office Specialist 2 – full-time position for the School of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering. Posting #0010684. Closes May 25.

Accountant 1, Arts and Sciences Business Center at Oregon State University.  F/T, starting at $3048/monthly + benefits.  Posting # 0010681.   Closing Date: May 26.

The Marion County Extension Services are accepting applications for one part-time, intermittent (approximately 4 hours per week as needed) Office Specialist 1 position. This position will be located in Salem, Oregon. Posting # 0010691. Closes May 27.

This recruitment will be used to fill one part time (approximately 18 hours per week) appointment as an Education Program Assistant 2 for the Oregon Open Campus Program in Crook County at Oregon State University (OSU). This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 2 years from the appointment begin date. This position will be located in Prineville, Oregon. Posting # 0010695. Closes May 27.

The Extension Morrow County Office invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term 4-H Program Coordinator position.  Reappointment is at the discretion of the 4-H/FCH Program Leader and the Columbia Plateau Regional Administrator.  This position is located in Heppner, Oregon. Posting #0010666. Closes May 27.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

Administrative Program Specialist – International Degree and Education Abroad (IDEA) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Administrative Program Specialist position. Posting #0010727. Closes May 30.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

E-Campus Instructor.  Department of Zoology invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, E-campus instructor.  Posting # 0010647. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

Professional and Non-Credit Education (PNE) is accepting applications for one full-time Analyst Programmer, competency level 1. Posting # 0010697. Closes June 2.

Extended Campus invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE),  12-month, fixed-term Print/Interactive Design Manager position. Posting # 0010693. Closes June 2.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Accountant 1 position. Posting #0010706.  Closes June 3.

Quality Assurance Program Manager – Business Affairs invites applications for a part-time (.50 FTE), 12-month, limited duration (two years) Quality Assurance Program Manager position.  Posting #0010670. Closes June 3.

Education Abroad Advisor – International Degree and Education Abroad (IDEA) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Education Abroad Advisor position. Posting #0010728. Closes June 6.

Oregon State University (OSU) – Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for a part-time (.49 FTE), 12-month, Associate Professor Senior Researcher position. The person in this position will be special Advisor to the VP for Program Development and Strategy. Posting # 0010719. Closes June 7.

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 12-month, professorial faculty position in the College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences at Oregon State University. This position will serve Malheur County. Malheur County is located in the southeastern portion of Oregon and almost 10,000 square miles of primarily rangeland. This position is 0.75 FTE tenure-track and 0.25 FTE recurring fixed-term funding. Posting #0010665. Closes June 10.

Oregon State University Extension Service – Marion County is looking for an AmeriCorps member to recruit and train college students as mentors to youth grades 7 through 12. The Mentor Development & Youth Retention Project Coordinator would work in Salem. For more information: Dan Hoynacki,  503-551-3455, Dan.hoynacki@oregonstate.edu.

The Department of Pre-College Programs invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Coordinator position. Posting #0010678. Closes June 14. Full consideration date is May 31.

Be Well Today

My Plate: Basically, we human beings are “supposed” to eat five servings of fruits and vegetables a day.  Unless coffee beans count as a veggie this is one tough challenge.  However, here are 10 tips for eating healthy and getting closer to recommended daily allowances.  (Note:  Currently at OSU, approximately 6 percent of faculty, staff and students meet the “five a day” requirement)

Weather

Corvallis:

“If there is no struggle, there is no progress. Those who profess to favor freedom, and deprecate agitation, are men who want crops without plowing up the ground, they want rain without thunder and lightning.” Frederick Douglass. Cold and rainy again today. Showers expected with a high of 51 and a low of 45. Tomorrow similar but slightly warmer.

Central Oregon: Scattered snow showers before 11 a.m., then rain and snow. High of 46, low of 27.

Newport: Showers and temperatures hovering around 50.

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

Harvard is no longer the most popular business school. At least, not when you look at the school’s conversion rate. Five other public business schools jumped onto the most-popular list this year, pushing out programs such as Columbia Business School and the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Those schools include Oregon State University, which enrolled 81.5 percent of its accepted students for fall 2012

Needed: Breakup of physician, drug company relationship (Science Blog)

In one of the first reports of its type – titled “Breaking Up is Hard to Do” – researchers from Oregon State University, Oregon Health & Science University and the University of Washington outlined the deliberate process that one central Oregon medical clinic went through to remove drug company representatives from their practice. (see also Science Daily, KTVZ, World Pharma News)

Entrepreneurs need to balance risk of persisting with payoff of succeeding (Phys.Org)

OSU Dean of Students Mamta Accapadi departs for Florida (LIFE@OSU)

Dean of Students Mamta Accapadi has been named vice president of student services at Rollins College in Florida. She will begin her new job in August.

Food as medicine: Four nutrients to boost your diet for optimal health (Statesman Journal)

Research and clinical studies presented last week at Oregon State University Linus Pauling Institute’s Diet for Optimum Health by experts from around the globe continue to reinforce a diet high in nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin D, folic acid and omega 3s to promote health.

Students showcase their projects at OSU Engineering Expo (Gazette-Times)

People who visited the Engineering Expo 2013 at Oregon State University on Friday might have learned it is not that easy for a small country with research nuclear reactors to create plutonium for a nuclear bomb. They could have smelled coffee that had been brewed using solar power or observed an artificial intelligence software program win a strategy game. (see also KVAL)

Women’s group surpasses $500,000 milestone in money raised for OSU (Albany Tribune)

At Oregon State University, participants in the Women’s Giving Circle not only know how their gifts make an impact – they get to decide how their dollars are spent through an annual voting process. Over the years, these gifts have added up in a big way.

Scott is highest paid commissioner (ESPN)

“Larry is the go-to guy that pulled all this together,” said Ed Ray, the Oregon State University president and head of the committee that approved Scott’s compensation package. “I would say he had a hell of a year.”

Cherry fruit fly emerges; controls required (The Dalles Chronicle)

Cherry Fruit Fly models developed by Oregon State University indicate that the cherry fruit fly emerged in The Dalles Wednesday, May 15. According to Lynn Long, Oregon State University Extension Agent, the emergence of the fly signals the beginning of the very important control program against this insect, which is the sweet cherry industry’s chief insect pest.

Today

Distinguished Professor Lecture: Joseph Beckman, Ava Helen Pauling Chair and Margaret W. Terrill Linus Pauling Research Innovator Faculty Scholar, Distinguished Professor, Biochemistry and Biophysics will speak Tues., May 21, 9 a.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “The Linus Pauling Institute and the Environmental Health Sciences Center:  Why study ALS at OSU?” The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Celebrating Undergraduate Excellence: OSU Undergrads will be presenting the projects they’ve created, the research they’ve conducted, and the things they’ve invented in the MU Quad on Tues, May 21 from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Come see their creative accomplishments!   This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

NEW! Disability Studies Conversation Series: Research at OSU, May 21, 10 to 11 a.m., Women’s Center. Please join us for the third of four conversations focused on disability and disability studies. Tuesday’s topic will focus on the relationship between sense of disability identity, self-esteem, and well-being.  “Disability Identity and Well-Being,” Kathleen Bogart, Psychological Sciences. For more information, contact Michelle Bothwell: bothwell@engr.orst.edu

Weight Watchers Information:  A 13 week session of WW begins May 28. WW Open House meetings will be held on May 21 at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm at Student Health Services room 322.  The next 13-week session begins May 28. Complete a Health Risk Assessment on the PEBB website (required). Next, call the WW/Pebb number 866-454-2144 and ask for a confirmation code.  Present that confirmation code at the first meeting of the 13 week session.  For more information, call 541-737-3106.

NEW! F&A Lunch Tour: Clark Meat Center; May 21, noon to 1 p.m. Please join us in touring the Clark Meat Center at 3260 Campus Way, an experimental learning center where OSU students get the chance to learn the skills of meat processing and sales. Drop-ins welcome.

RecSports Functional Tour: Join us for a 45-minute functional tour of RecSports facilities & services Tuesday, May 21 at 12:10 p.m. The tour includes the basics about building entry, equipment check-out, court reservations, cardio machines, weight machines, personal training services and more! Tours depart from the RecServices lobby, just inside of Dixon’s West Entry. Drop-in on a tour or RSVP here.

Parent education: “Supporting Children’s First Teachers: Promoting School Readiness Through Parent Education,” a free, public talk by Katherine Pears with the Oregon Social Learning Center, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, in the Hallie Ford Center, room 115, on the OSU campus. The talk is part of Oregon Parenting Education Week: http://health.oregonstate.edu/hallie-ford/oregon-parenting-education-week

Distinguished Professor Lecture: Thomas Dietterich, Distinguished Professor, Computer Science will speak Tues., May 21, 2 p.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “Computer Science, Machine Learning, and the Pursuit of Knowledge”. The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Corvallis Climate Change Impacts Community Seminar Series: Harold Zahl of OSU will speak on “Reconstructing and Modeling Tree Invasion of Subalpine Meadows in the Oregon Cascades,” May 21, 2 to 2:50 p.m., ALS 4000.

US Student Fulbright Program: Informational meetings for the US Student Fulbright program will be held during spring term. Deadline: Monday Sept. 30, 2013 for 2014-15 academic year abroad. All applications of students currently enrolled at Oregon State must apply through the Campus Fulbright Program Adviser (FPA) LeAnn Adam. The application cycle for the 2014-15 Fulbright U.S. student program will open in May. Meetings are May 21, 3 to 4 p.m.; and June 3, noon to 1 p.m., all at Heckart Lodge 205. More Info: LeAnn Adam (leann.adam@oregonstate.edu) OSU Fulbright Program Adviser, and see the US Student Fulbright Web site: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/

AAUP End-Of-The-Year Meeting:  All Students, Staff and Faculty (tenured and non-tenured, adjunct, professional, and research) are invited to the OSU chapter of the AAUP informational meeting. Come hear what OSU-AAUP has been doing across campus and statewide.  Invited speakers include Professor Michael Dreiling, who will share the story of why the University of Oregon faculty decided to organize a union.  Tuesday, May 21, MU Room 208, 4:30-6 p.m.

Divine Nine Greek Week: D9 Sorting Party: May 21, 5:30-7 p.m., OSU Native American Longhouse. Looking for a way to give back and have fun? Please join the Divine Nine in collecting and sorting toiletries for Community Outreach, Inc. We ask that each participant bring travel sized toiletries to donate. For more information: divine9.oregonstate@gmail.com or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OsuDivine9

MBA Info Session: With new tracks available (Global Operations, Marketing and Wealth Management) and a new online/in-person degree, there are more options than the the Commercialization, Clean Technology and Research tracks, that will also continue to be offered. Find out more: Tuesday, May 21 from 6-7 p.m. in Bexell Hall – Room 207, hosted by the College of Business Graduate Programs.

Alternative Spring Break Reunion/Celebration: Join us and invite other staff, students or faculty who want to learn about the AB program or possibly participate in a future trip! Hear from 30 trip participants from 3 separate trips! Tuesday, May 21, 7 p.m., MU 109A. http://oregonstate.edu/cce/alternative-break-spring-break-report-out-2013

Mahler symphony: The Fifth Symphony by Gustav Mahler will be featured in the final concert of the season by the Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra on May 21 at 8 p.m. in the LaSells Stewart Center.  Tickets are $18, $25, and $30 in advance, available online at cosusymphony.org. Free to OSU students. Tickets may also be purchased at the door for $20, $27 and $32. For information: cosusymphony.org

Upcoming Events

NEW! Editorial festival: OSU Visiting Writers Series Presents the 3rd Annual Editorial Festival May 22, Valley Library, Autzen Classroom. 4 p.m. (Graduate and Undergraduate Students) Q&A and discussion geared toward online literary editing and publishing, submitting work, and establishing and maintaining literary ventures in electronic forms. 7:30 p.m. (Open to the Public) Panelists will give guided tours of their own electronic ventures and discuss and debate the current opportunities and limitations of digital platforms relative to their experiences as online writers and publishers. Autzen Classroom computers will showcase panelists’ favorite magazines and presses during an open time for circulation and conversation.

NEW! Divine Nine Greek: YARDFEST, May 23,11 a.m. to 2 p.m, MU Quad. See what the various organizations within the Divine Nine have to offer. The D9 organizations represented at OSU will be tabling in the quad providing information on the achievements and goals of their specific organizations. Contact: divine9.oregonstate@gmail.com or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/638257842855322/

NEW! Donna Thwing’s retirement reception: The department of Procurement and Contract Services in the division of Campus Operations will celebrate the career and retirement of Construction Contracts Supervisor Donna Thwing. Donna’s career at OSU has spanned over 30 years. The open-house reception will be held in the Ag Production Room at La Sells Stewart Center from 2 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 6.

Divine Nine Greek Week: Cook Out Kick Off: May 22, noon to 3 p.m., MU Quad. In collaboration with the Black Student Union, Black Cultural Center, Center for Fraternity and Sorority life and a host of other organizations we are bringing a taste of the Divine Nine Fraternity and Sorority traditions to OSU. Free Food, strolling and knowledge. Contact: divine9.oregonstate@gmail.com or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/638257842855322/

Recreational Sports Willi Unsoeld Celebration Wednesday, May 22: From 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. in the Adventure Leadership Institute Lounge (Dixon East Entry), Recreational Sports will be celebrating the 50^th anniversary of OSU alumnus, Willi Unsoeld, and his historic ascent of Mount Everest. Drop in and see how the spirit of Unsoeld lives on at the OSU Adventure Leadership Institute.

OSUsed Store May Dot Sale: Come by our public sale Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at 644 SW 13th St where all dotted merchandise will be 75 percent off, and white tag items (housewares) will all be 50 percent off. Personal purchases must be made during public sales, but departments may shop on most weekdays; learn more on our website.

Come to Dancing with the OSU Stars: Come see “Stars” from your Oregon State campus compete for the coveted Mirror Ball Trophy. Check it out on May 30, 7:30 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center. Admission costs $5 for OSU students and $8 for general admission. For complete event details (including a list of stars and ticket information) visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/489520944446855/?fref=ts

Retirement Reception for Barbara Cusimano and Ann Asbell:  The School of Biological and Population Health Sciences in the College of Public Health and Human Sciences will celebrate the careers of Barbara Cusimano and Ann Asbell.  The reception will be held in the Women’s Building Lobby from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 7.  Remarks will start at 3:30.

Lectures and webinars

NEW! Water Resources Seminar Series: Dennis Baldocchi, professor in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy and Management at the University of California-Berkeley, will speak about “Evaluating Evaporation Everywhere, All of the Time: Lessons Learned about Ecosystem Evaporation from Long-term, Global Flux Networks.” He will speak on May 22 from 4 to 5 p.m. in Agricultural & Life Sciences Room 4000.

NEW! “Boys, men, fathers: A 30-year intergenerational study of how fatherhood impacts men and their families:” A talk by David Kerr, with the School of Psychological Science at Oregon State University, at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 23, in the Hallie Ford Center, room 115, on the OSU campus. The talk is part of Oregon Parenting Education Week: http://health.oregonstate.edu/hallie-ford/oregon-parenting-education-week

NEW! Discourse on Climate: At the May 23 meeting of Triad, OSU’s faculty and staff club, Gregg Walker of Speech Communications will discuss his research on discourse at negotiations of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change . Triad meets in the MU, room 109A, from noon to 1 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend free of charge and pay $11 if they have lunch. Contact Larry Pribyl, 541-737-3817, to save a seat.

NEW! “Latinos in Oregon: Current Issues and Future Challenges:” A seminar sponsored by The Center for Latin@ Studies and Engagement (CL@SE), will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, May 23, in the Memorial Union Journey Room on the Oregon State University campus. Panelists will include Laura Isiordia (CAPACES Leadership Institute), Erlinda Gonzales-Berry (Casa Latinos Unidos), Marcela Mendoza (Centro LatinoAmericano), and Consuelo Saragoza (Oregon Latino Agenda for Action). Info: http://liberalarts.oregonstate.edu/centers-and-initiatives/center-latin-studies-and-engagement

NEW! Campus Creature Census Celebration: Master naturalist and prize-winning author Robert Michael Pyle will be the featured guest at the Campus Creature Census Celebration, Thursday, May 23, 7 p.m., in International Living and Learning Center 155, 1701 SW Western Blvd. Winning artwork and photography will be on display, and prose and poetry winners will share their entries. http://springcreek.oregonstate.edu/

NEW! Environmental & Molecular Toxicology Special Seminar: Michael S. Denison, PhD, Fellow ATS, RKGAAGS, Professor of Environmental Toxicology, University of California, Davis  –“Translation of Toxicological Mechanisms into Bioassays for Chemical Detection and Site Characterization: Dioxins and Related Chemicals”  at noon on Friday, May 24, in 4001 Ag Life Sciences .

NEW! Brown Bag Discussion: Why Social Media? Climbing the Mountain and Seeing the Light. A grant-funded science center perspective. Facilitator: Naomi Hirsch. May 29, noon to 1 p.m., Marketplace West Dining Large East Room. The is the first of a series of events sponsored by a new group on campus, OSU Science Communicators.

Africa Initiative – Climate-Smart Agroforestry in Ethiopia and Kenya.  Join the next  Africa Initiative meeting, Wednesday, May 22, noon to 1 pm. in Heckart Lodge where College of Forestry’s Badege Bishaw will present a recently completed synthesis paper carried out in partnership with the World Agroforestry Center.  All are welcome.  If you would like to receive future email announcements to Africa Initiative activities and events, please be sure to subscribe to our new listserv.

Department of Fisheries and Wildlife seminars: Keith Aubry, USDA Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station, Olympia, WA: The Wolverine in Washington: Extirpation, Recolonization, and Current Status. May 22, Nash 206, 4 p.m.

Psychological Science series: “Uncertainty about the Causes of Health-Related Events.”  The fourth talk of the School of Psychological Science spring colloquium series, given by John Edwards. May 22, 4 to 5 p.m. Willamette West Room in the Valley Library. Admission is free and open to all OSU researchers.  For more information on the colloquium series and a schedule of future talks, please see the SPS homepage: http://oregonstate.edu/cla/psych_science

LinkedIn’s Higher Education Leader: John Hill, LinkedIn higher education evangelist, is leading an exclusive session with advisors and staff to share best practices and strategies on how you can advise students to utilize LinkedIn to brand and market themselves online, network with alumni and professionals in their field, and leverage their brand and network in the job and internship search.  Thursday, May 23, 11 a.m. to noon, CORD 2113 (Limited seating/room capacity 77). Students are invited to a separate LinkedIn session on May 22 from 6-7 p.m. – ILLC 155

RecSports Wellness Workshop: Relaxation; participate in a 50 minute muscle relaxation exercise and guided imagery session. Thursday May 23, 13 from noon to 1 p.m. or 5 to 6 p.m.; Dixon Lower Classroom.  Free to OSU community. Register here!

Climate Club Sandwich Lunch: Conversations Across Disciplines series will focus on how other disciplines study climate change, present the latest findings in climate change research and scholarship, and provide an opportunity to meet colleagues interested in interdisciplinary collaboration.  This session will feature Jacob Darwin Hamblin , Jeff Bethel, and  Dominique Bachelet .   May 22, noon to 1 p.m., StrandAg 348. RSVP’s appreciated: 541-737-5705

News for Employees

NEW! New voicemail platform: On Tuesday, May 28, OSU will be migrating to a new voicemail platform called Microsoft Exchange Unified Messaging. If you access your voice messages only by calling the 7-7111 access number, you are a “voicemail-only” user. Please contact your department telephone coordinator to receive your temporary PIN for the new system.If you receive your voice messages in your email, you are a “converged” voicemail user. You will receive an email on May 28 from the system welcoming you to Unified Messaging; the welcome message will contain your new PIN. For more information: http://oregonstate.edu/helpdocs/microsoft-exchange-unified-messaging

NEW! Undergraduate internship opportunities: Applications are now open for two paid undergraduate internships in the OSU Libraries and Press.  See the application Web page for full descriptions and requirements. Colegio César Chávez Collection Online and Physical Dual Language Exhibits.  This intern will create a dual language (English and Spanish) online exhibit of the Colegio César Chávez Collection using the web publishing software Omeka; the intern will also curate a small, dual language physical exhibit. Ellie’s Log Web Site. This intern will create, update and moderate content on the Ellie’s Log Web site and participate in usability testing of the site with various audiences.  The intern may also contribute content to other Libraries or Press Web sites.

U-Fit Faculty/Staff Series with Rec Sports: Join Rec Sports this summer for a faculty/staff beginners exercise program. U-Fit is for individuals who want to build skills and confidence to become regularly physically active. Learn more here!

PaCS Presents Merchant Expo 2013:  There is still time to sign up to attend the Merchant Expo at LaSells Stewart Center on Thursday, May 30^th!  Find out additional information and register online to attend at http://pacs.oregonstate.edu/merchantexpo/. Registrations received by May 23 will have a chance to win a $50 Fred Meyer gift card. Get your photo taken with Benny Beaver, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Requests for Service of Alcohol at University Events: Risk Management Reminder: Patrick Hughes, Chief Risk Officer at OSU, reminds the campus community that all events where alcohol is served must be registered through the Office of Risk Management. Request must be submitted using the online registration form: http://risk.oregonstate.edu/alcohol-service. Requests must be submitted at least 21 days prior to the event date.

Day of Caring Service Projects: Friday May 31 Students, staff, and faculty and their children/partners/family members are invited to participate! 10 different service projects are available. Check in will occur between 1 and 1:15 p.m., at Dixon Lower Courts. Projects will run from 2 to 4:30 p.m., May 31. Transportation will be provided. Projects are a collaboration between United Way, HandsOn Willamette, and the Center for Civic Engagement. Pre-registration is required: http://oregonstate.edu/cce/day-caring-2013-service-projects.

Traffic and Maintenance

Valley Library: Due to elevator cable replacement, elevators 4 & 5 will be temporarily shut down in the Valley Library while contractors complete repairs May 22, 9 a.m. to May 28, 5 p.m.  All other elevators will remain open.  Signage will be in place.

Langton Place: Due to constructed related activities, Langton Place will be closed May 24 from 7 a.m. to noon.

Washington Ave NE: Due to the Greek Week Bonfire, the far east section of the Washington Ave. NE lot will be closed May 23-24 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Parking lots near Goss: Oregon State University will no longer cover the cost of repairs for damages caused to vehicles parked in the faculty/staff and student lots near Student Legacy Park, Goss Stadium, the Softball Complex, or Patrick Wayne Valley Stadium.  As a result, damage caused by fly/foul balls should be reported to private insurance carriers beginning June 1, 2013.  Signs identifying these parking areas as “park at your own risk” lots will be installed in the coming weeks.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy change, please contact the Office of Risk Management at (541) 737-7252.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Office Specialist 2 position for the Polk County office of OSU Extension Service at Oregon State University (OSU). This position is located in Dallas. Posting #0010652. Closes May 21.

Receptionist – Radiation Center invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Office Specialist 1 position. Position will be filled utilizing the OS1 pool applicants. Posting #0010378. Closes May 21.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Trades/Maintenance Coordinator position. Posting #0010615. For full consideration apply by May 7.  Closes May 21.

Oregon State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital seeks a Full time Animal Attendant for employment in the Large Animal Hospital.  The hospital is part of OSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine and provides excellent benefits and a competitive salary.  Posting #0010604.  Closes May 24.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Extend to May 24.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Extended to May 24.

Office Specialist II, School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering, F/T, starting at $2170/month plus benefits. Major duties include website management, event planning, and newsletter & publication preparation. Posting # 010684. Closes May 24.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

Office Specialist 2 – full-time position for the School of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering. Posting #0010684. Closes May 25.

Accountant 1, Arts and Sciences Business Center at Oregon State University.  F/T, starting at $3048/monthly + benefits.  Posting # 0010681.   Closing Date: May 26.

The Marion County Extension Services are accepting applications for one part-time, intermittent (approximately 4 hours per week as needed) Office Specialist 1 position. This position will be located in Salem, Oregon. Posting # 0010691. Closes May 27.

This recruitment will be used to fill one part time (approximately 18 hours per week) appointment as an Education Program Assistant 2 for the Oregon Open Campus Program in Crook County at Oregon State University (OSU). This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 2 years from the appointment begin date. This position will be located in Prineville, Oregon. Posting # 0010695. Closes May 27.

The Extension Morrow County Office invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term 4-H Program Coordinator position.  Reappointment is at the discretion of the 4-H/FCH Program Leader and the Columbia Plateau Regional Administrator.  This position is located in Heppner, Oregon. Posting #0010666. Closes May 27.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

E-Campus Instructor.  Department of Zoology invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, E-campus instructor.  Posting # 0010647. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

Professional and Non-Credit Education (PNE) is accepting applications for one full-time Analyst Programmer, competency level 1. Posting # 0010697. Closes June 2.

Extended Campus invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE),  12-month, fixed-term Print/Interactive Design Manager position. Posting # 0010693. Closes June 2.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Accountant 1 position. Posting #0010706.  Closes June 3.

Quality Assurance Program Manager – Business Affairs invites applications for a part-time (.50 FTE), 12-month, limited duration (two years) Quality Assurance Program Manager position.  Posting #0010670. Closes June 3.

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 12-month, professorial faculty position in the College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences at Oregon State University. This position will serve Malheur County. Malheur County is located in the southeastern portion of Oregon and almost 10,000 square miles of primarily rangeland. This position is 0.75 FTE tenure-track and 0.25 FTE recurring fixed-term funding. Posting #0010665. Closes June 10.

Oregon State University Extension Service – Marion County is looking for an AmeriCorps member to recruit and train college students as mentors to youth grades 7 through 12. The Mentor Development & Youth Retention Project Coordinator would work in Salem. For more information: Dan Hoynacki,  503-551-3455, Dan.hoynacki@oregonstate.edu.

The Department of Pre-College Programs invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Coordinator position. Posting #0010678. Closes June 14. Full consideration date is May 31.

Weather

Corvallis: “Most of the shadows of life are caused by standing in our own sunshine.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson. Unfortunately there won’t be much external sunshine this week. Showers today with a high of 55 and a low of 43.

Central Oregon: Showers today and a high of 54. Possible snow tonight as the low dips to 31. More snow possible tomorrow.

Newport: Showers and possible thunderstorms with heavy rain today. High of 50, low of 45.

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

“There is no silver bullet,” said Bruce Webber, who directs the Center for Rural Studies at Oregon State University. “It sort of happens job by job and idea by idea. That is how change happens.” (see also San Francisco Chronicle, Statesman Journal, ABC News)

Powwow teaches traditions (Gazette-Times)

The second and last day of Oregon State University’s 37th annual Klatowa Eena Powwow began on a solemn note, but there was plenty of fun to be had through traditional and competitive dance performances, drum circles, vendors and a hoop dancer exhibition.

Parenting education the foundation of healthy families (Register-Guard)

“Of all the things that influence a child’s growth and development, the most critical is reliable, responsive and sensitive parenting,” says Denise Rennekamp, parenting education program coordinator in the College of Public Health and Human Sciences at Oregon State University.

Portlanders add bee crisis to honey-do list (KOIN)

Scientists at the Oregon State University Honey Bee Lab have been focusing on two factors in particular. They’re studying the impact of a honeybee pest called the invasive varroa mite, as well as poisoning by pesticides applied to crops or to hives to control insects, mites and other pests.

Making students feel at home (Gazette-Times)

 After 40 years of meeting in a prefab Quonset hut, Oregon State University’s Native American Student Association has a new home it can really be proud of.

Speaking up for science (e! Science News)

In a visit to Harvard Thursday, Jane Lubchenco described four difficult years in Washington as administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).  Lubchenco recently left NOAA to return to the faculty at Oregon State University.

New lab to give scientists underwater access (Columbian)

Oregon State University will help build the lab and set up land components at Pacific City, Ore. Rutgers University, the University of Maine and the Raytheon company are working on education and public engagement. (see also Spokesman-Review)

 Turning the peach can on its head (Business Journal)

Oregon State University study concludes California cling peaches are nutritionally on par with fresh.

‘Breaking Chains’ review (Oregonian)

Rich with historical fact, fascinating characters, and often shocking personal narratives, “Breaking Chains” is an excellent telling of Oregon’s convoluted flirtation with “our peculiar institution.”  By R. Gregory Nokes  with Oregon State University Press.

Food and disease prevention topic of OSU event (Statesman Journal)

Food and disease prevention will be the topic of an event co-sponsored by Oregon State University’s Linus Pauling Institute and its Moore Family Center for Whole Grain Foods, Nutrition and Preventive Health.

Sherman Experiment Station holds field day (The Dalles Chronicle)

Oregon State University and USDA Agricultural Research Service are co-hosting this field day for the agricultural community. Anyone with an interest in agriculture is encouraged to attend.

Tektronix Foundation donates to advanced engineering programs at OSU (Sacramento Bee)

Tektronix, Inc., a leading worldwide provider of test, measurement and monitoring instrumentation, today announced that the Tektronix Foundation has made a sizeable donation totaling $75,000 to fund three advanced laboratory and engineering programs at Oregon State University. This most recent gift continues the decades-long partnership between Tektronix and OSU.

S. Oregon rabies case prompts pet shots reminder (KTVZ)

Oregon health officials are reporting that a bat found dead inside a residence in Medford on Sunday tested positive for rabies, according to Oregon State University’s Veterinary Diagnostics Laboratory in Corvallis.

Today

Research Development Director Candidate Open Campus Forum:  Janet Nelson, Monday, May 20, 11 a.m., LPSC 402.

LL Stewart Scholars Lecture: Susan Shaw, Professor, Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies will speak today from 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. in the MU Journey Room. Her lecture is titled, “How to Build a School or 10 Things I Learned from Realignment”.  This LL Stewart Scholars Lecture demonstrates the accomplishments of the L.L. Stewart Faculty Scholar Program.   This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Nurturing on the coast: “Cultivating a Community-wide Culture of Nurturing along the Southern Oregon Coast,” a free, public talk by Stephen Bavolek of the Family Nurturing Centers, International, will be held at noon on Monday, May 20, in the Hallie Ford Center, room 115, on the OSU campus. The talk is part of Oregon Parenting Education Week: http://health.oregonstate.edu/hallie-ford/oregon-parenting-education-week

2nd Annual Open Forums on Graduate Education at OSU: Current graduate students are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Open Forums on Graduate Education at OSU project. Two ways to provide feedback, concerns and ideas: 1) Online Survey: www.tinyurl.com/OSUgraduateforum or 2) In-person Forum: Monday, May 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in MU 109. Light refreshments and door prizes provided.

How to Create a Successful Hybrid Course: Effective Practices and Support - The Center for Teaching and Learning invites faculty to attend this workshop to learn effective practices for hybrid (“blended”) course design and delivery, and to find out how to receive instructional design support and funding from the OSU Center for Teaching and Learning to develop a hybrid course.  Monday, May 20, 3 to 4 p.m., in Milam 215.  For information and registration:   http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/83301/

Chinese graffiti: “Elegant Graffiti: Art of Public Writing in Traditional China,” a Center for the Humanities talk by Lei Xue, associate professor of art at Oregon State University, will be held Monday, May 20, at 4 p.m. Xue traces the origin of elegant Chinese graffiti and will discuss their significance in visual/literary culture. The free, public talk will take place at the Autzen House, 811 S.W. Jefferson Ave.

Upcoming Events

NEW! Divine Nine Greek Week: Cook Out Kick Off: May 22, noon to 3 p.m., MU Quad. In collaboration with the Black Student Union, Black Cultural Center, Center for Fraternity and Sorority life and a host of other organizations we are bringing a taste of the Divine Nine Fraternity and Sorority traditions to OSU. Free Food, strolling and knowledge. Contact: divine9.oregonstate@gmail.com or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/638257842855322/

NEW! Recreational Sports Willi Unsoeld Celebration Wednesday, May 22: From 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. in the Adventure Leadership Institute Lounge (Dixon East Entry), Recreational Sports will be celebrating the 50^th anniversary of OSU alumnus, Willi Unsoeld, and his historic ascent of Mount Everest. Drop in and see how the spirit of Unsoeld lives on at the OSU Adventure Leadership Institute.

NEW! OSUsed Store May Dot Sale: Come by our public sale Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at 644 SW 13th St where all dotted merchandise will be 75 percent off, and white tag items (housewares) will all be 50 percent off. Personal purchases must be made during public sales, but departments may shop on most weekdays; learn more on our website.

NEW! Come to Dancing with the OSU Stars: Come see “Stars” from your Oregon State campus compete for the coveted Mirror Ball Trophy. Check it out on May 30, 7:30 p.m., LaSells Stewart Center. Admission costs $5 for OSU students and $8 for general admission. For complete event details (including a list of stars and ticket information) visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/489520944446855/?fref=ts

NEW! Retirement Reception for Barbara Cusimano and Ann Asbell:  The School of Biological and Population Health Sciences in the College of Public Health and Human Sciences will celebrate the careers of Barbara Cusimano and Ann Asbell.  The reception will be held in the Women’s Building Lobby from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 7.  Remarks will start at 3:30.

Celebrating Undergraduate Excellence: OSU Undergrads will be presenting the projects they’ve created, the research they’ve conducted, and the things they’ve invented in the MU Quad on Tues, May 21 from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Come see their creative accomplishments!   This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Weight Watchers Information:  A 13 week session of WW begins May 28. WW Open House meetings will be held on May 21 at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm at Student Health Services room 322.  The next 13-week session begins May 28. Complete a Health Risk Assessment on the PEBB website (required). Next, call the WW/Pebb number 866-454-2144 and ask for a confirmation code.  Present that confirmation code at the first meeting of the 13 week session.  For more information, call 541-737-3106.

RecSports Functional Tour: Join us for a 45-minute functional tour of RecSports facilities & services Tuesday, May 21 at 12:10 p.m. The tour includes the basics about building entry, equipment check-out, court reservations, cardio machines, weight machines, personal training services and more! Tours depart from the RecServices lobby, just inside of Dixon’s West Entry. Drop-in on a tour or RSVP here.

US Student Fulbright Program: Informational meetings for the US Student Fulbright program will be held during spring term. Deadline: Monday Sept. 30, 2013 for 2014-15 academic year abroad. All applications of students currently enrolled at Oregon State must apply through the Campus Fulbright Program Adviser (FPA) LeAnn Adam. The application cycle for the 2014-15 Fulbright U.S. student program will open in May. Meetings are May 21, 3 to 4 p.m.; and June 3, noon to 1 p.m., all at Heckart Lodge 205. More Info: LeAnn Adam (leann.adam@oregonstate.edu) OSU Fulbright Program Adviser, and see the US Student Fulbright Web site: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/

Divine Nine Greek Week: D9 Sorting Party: May 21, 5:30-7 p.m., OSU Native American Longhouse. Looking for a way to give back and have fun? Please join the Divine Nine in collecting and sorting toiletries for Community Outreach, Inc. We ask that each participant bring travel sized toiletries to donate. For more information: divine9.oregonstate@gmail.com or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OsuDivine9

Alternative Spring Break Reunion/Celebration: Join us and invite other staff, students or faculty who want to learn about the AB program or possibly participate in a future trip! Hear from 30 trip participants from 3 separate trips! Tuesday, May 21, 7 p.m., MU 109A. http://oregonstate.edu/cce/alternative-break-spring-break-report-out-2013

Mahler symphony: The Fifth Symphony by Gustav Mahler will be featured in the final concert of the season by the Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra on May 21 at 8 p.m. in the LaSells Stewart Center.  Tickets are $18, $25, and $30 in advance, available online at cosusymphony.org. Free to OSU students. Tickets may also be purchased at the door for $20, $27 and $32. For information: cosusymphony.org

Lectures and webinars

NEW! Disability Studies Conversation Series: Research at OSU, May 21, 10 to 11 a.m., Women’s Center. Please join us for the third of four conversations focused on disability and disability studies. Tuesday’s topic will focus on the relationship between sense of disability identity, self-esteem, and well-being.  “Disability Identity and Well-Being,” Kathleen Bogart, Psychological Sciences. For more information, contact Michelle Bothwell: bothwell@engr.orst.edu

NEW! Parent education: “Supporting Children’s First Teachers: Promoting School Readiness Through Parent Education,” a free, public talk by Katherine Pears with the Oregon Social Learning Center, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, in the Hallie Ford Center, room 115, on the OSU campus. The talk is part of Oregon Parenting Education Week: http://health.oregonstate.edu/hallie-ford/oregon-parenting-education-week

NEW! MBA Info Session: With new tracks available (Global Operations, Marketing and Wealth Management) and a new online/in-person degree, there are more options than the the Commercialization, Clean Technology and Research tracks, that will also continue to be offered. Find out more: Tuesday, May 21 from 6-7 p.m. in Bexell Hall – Room 207, hosted by the College of Business Graduate Programs.

NEW! Africa Initiative – Climate-Smart Agroforestry in Ethiopia and Kenya.  Join the next  Africa Initiative meeting, Wednesday, May 22, noon to 1 pm. in Heckart Lodge where College of Forestry’s Dr. Badege Bishaw will present a recently completed synthesis paper carried out in partnership with the World Agroforestry Center.  All are welcome.  If you would like to receive future email announcements to Africa Initiative activities and events, please be sure to subscribe to our new listserv.

NEW! Department of Fisheries and Wildlife seminars: Keith Aubry, USDA Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station, Olympia, WA: The Wolverine in Washington: Extirpation, Recolonization, and Current Status. May 22, Nash 206, 4 p.m.

NEW! Psychological Science series: “Uncertainty about the Causes of Health-Related Events.”  The fourth talk of the School of Psychological Science spring colloquium series, given by John Edwards. May 22, 4 to 5 p.m. Willamette West Room in the Valley Library. Admission is free and open to all OSU researchers.  For more information on the colloquium series and a schedule of future talks, please see the SPS homepage: http://oregonstate.edu/cla/psych_science

NEW! LinkedIn’s Higher Education Leader: John Hill, LinkedIn higher education evangelist, is leading an exclusive session with advisors and staff to share best practices and strategies on how you can advise students to utilize LinkedIn to brand and market themselves online, network with alumni and professionals in their field, and leverage their brand and network in the job and internship search.  Thursday, May 23, 11 a.m. to noon, CORD 2113 (Limited seating/room capacity 77). Students are invited to a separate LinkedIn session on May 22 from 6-7 p.m. – ILLC 155

NEW! RecSports Wellness Workshop: Relaxation; participate in a 50 minute muscle relaxation exercise and guided imagery session. Thursday May 23, 13 from noon to 1 p.m. or 5 to 6 p.m.; Dixon Lower Classroom.  Free to OSU community. Register here!

Distinguished Professor Lecture: Joseph Beckman, Distinguished Professor, Biochemistry and Biophysics will speak Tues., May 21, 9 a.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “The Linus Pauling Institute and the Environmental Health Sciences Center:  Why study ALS at OSU?” The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Climate Club Sandwich Lunch: Conversations Across Disciplines series will focus on how other disciplines study climate change, present the latest findings in climate change research and scholarship, and provide an opportunity to meet colleagues interested in interdisciplinary collaboration.  This session will feature Jacob Darwin Hamblin , Jeff Bethel, and  Dominique Bachelet .   May 22, noon to 1 p.m., StrandAg 348. RSVP’s appreciated: 541-737-5705

Distinguished Professor Lecture: Thomas Dietterich, Distinguished Professor, Computer Science will speak Tues., May 21, 2 p.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “Computer Science, Machine Learning, and the Pursuit of Knowledge”. The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Corvallis Climate Change Impacts Community Seminar Series: Harold Zahl of OSU will speak on “Reconstructing and Modeling Tree Invasion of Subalpine Meadows in the Oregon Cascades,” May 21, 2 to 2:50 p.m., ALS 4000.

AAUP End-Of-The-Year Meeting:  All Students, Staff and Faculty (tenured and non-tenured, adjunct, professional, and research) are invited to the OSU chapter of the AAUP informational meeting. Come hear what OSU-AAUP has been doing across campus and statewide.  Invited speakers include Professor Michael Dreiling, who will share the story of why the University of Oregon faculty decided to organize a union.  Tuesday, May 21, MU Room 208, 4:30-6 p.m.

Conflict Management Basics: May 29, noon to 1:30 p.m., Autzen Classroom, Valley Library. In this brown bag session presented by the University Ombuds Office, participants will learn the basic skills needed to manage day-to-day conflicts and address difficult dialogues. Attendees will learn conflict concepts and theory, active listening skills, managing anger, and a collaborative model for identifying options and solutions. Please sign up early by sending an email to d.sheffold@oregonstate.edu

Spring Colloquium: OSU’s Center for Genome Research and Biocomputing will host a Spring Colloquium on June 3, in the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. This Colloquium will highlight the computational toxicology and genomic research being done on campus with the goal of developing new collaborations. Attendance is free.  There will be a poster session open to students, postdoc and research staff/faculty with cash prizes! Learn more about the Colloquium and register online at http://springconference.cgrb.oregonstate.edu/Program

News for Employees

NEW! U-Fit Faculty/Staff Series with Rec Sports: Join Rec Sports this summer for a faculty/staff beginners exercise program. U-Fit is for individuals who want to build skills and confidence to become regularly physically active. Learn more here!

NEW! PaCS Presents Merchant Expo 2013:  There is still time to sign up to attend the Merchant Expo at LaSells Stewart Center on Thursday, May 30^th!  Find out additional information and register online to attend at http://pacs.oregonstate.edu/merchantexpo/. Registrations received by May 23 will have a chance to win a $50 Fred Meyer gift card. Get your photo taken with Benny Beaver, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Requests for Service of Alcohol at University Events: Risk Management Reminder: Patrick Hughes, Chief Risk Officer at OSU, reminds the campus community that all events where alcohol is served must be registered through the Office of Risk Management. Request must be submitted using the online registration form: http://risk.oregonstate.edu/alcohol-service. Requests must be submitted at least 21 days prior to the event date.

Day of Caring Service Projects: Friday May 31 Students, staff, and faculty and their children/partners/family members are invited to participate! 10 different service projects are available. Check in will occur between 1 and 1:15 p.m., at Dixon Lower Courts. Projects will run from 2 to 4:30 p.m., May 31. Transportation will be provided. Projects are a collaboration between United Way, HandsOn Willamette, and the Center for Civic Engagement. Pre-registration is required: http://oregonstate.edu/cce/day-caring-2013-service-projects.

OSU Adopts Eduroam for Roaming Wireless: Information Services is pleased to announce that OSU has joined eduroam, a federated roaming access service for the academic community that enables mobility and collaboration. In plainer terms, eduroam is like a large, worldwide wireless hotspot for higher education. Learn how the OSU community and our peers visiting OSU can use eduroam at oregonstate.edu/is/osu-adopts-eduroam-roaming-wireless.

Traffic and Maintenance

Parking lots near Goss: Oregon State University will no longer cover the cost of repairs for damages caused to vehicles parked in the faculty/staff and student lots near Student Legacy Park, Goss Stadium, the Softball Complex, or Patrick Wayne Valley Stadium.  As a result, damage caused by fly/foul balls should be reported to private insurance carriers beginning June 1, 2013.  Signs identifying these parking areas as “park at your own risk” lots will be installed in the coming weeks.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy change, please contact the Office of Risk Management at (541) 737-7252.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

The Extension 4-H Youth Development program (4-H), affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences  is accepting applications for one part-time (approximately 16 hours per week), Education Program Assistant 1 position for. This position will be located in Grants Pass, Ore. Posting # 0010635. Closes May 20.

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Office Specialist 2 position for the Polk County office of OSU Extension Service at Oregon State University (OSU). This position is located in Dallas. Posting #0010652. Closes May 21.

Receptionist – Radiation Center invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Office Specialist 1 position. Position will be filled utilizing the OS1 pool applicants. Posting #0010378. Closes May 21.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Trades/Maintenance Coordinator position. Posting #0010615. For full consideration apply by May 7.  Closes May 21.

Oregon State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital seeks a Full time Animal Attendant for employment in the Large Animal Hospital.  The hospital is part of OSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine and provides excellent benefits and a competitive salary.  Posting #0010604.  Closes May 24.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Extend to May 24.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Extended to May 24.

Office Specialist II, School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering, F/T, starting at $2170/month plus benefits. Major duties include website management, event planning, and newsletter & publication preparation. Posting # 010684. Closes May 24.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

Office Specialist 2 – full-time position for the School of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering. Posting #0010684. Closes May 25.

Accountant 1, Arts and Sciences Business Center at Oregon State University.  F/T, starting at $3048/monthly + benefits.  Posting # 0010681.   Closing Date: May 26.

The Marion County Extension Services are accepting applications for one part-time, intermittent (approximately 4 hours per week as needed) Office Specialist 1 position. This position will be located in Salem, Oregon. Posting # 0010691. Closes May 27.

This recruitment will be used to fill one part time (approximately 18 hours per week) appointment as an Education Program Assistant 2 for the Oregon Open Campus Program in Crook County at Oregon State University (OSU). This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 2 years from the appointment begin date. This position will be located in Prineville, Oregon. Posting # 0010695. Closes May 27.

The Extension Morrow County Office invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term 4-H Program Coordinator position.  Reappointment is at the discretion of the 4-H/FCH Program Leader and the Columbia Plateau Regional Administrator.  This position is located in Heppner, Oregon. Posting #0010666. Closes May 27.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

E-Campus Instructor.  Department of Zoology invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, E-campus instructor.  Posting # 0010647. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

Professional and Non-Credit Education (PNE) is accepting applications for one full-time Analyst Programmer, competency level 1. Posting # 0010697. Closes June 2.

Extended Campus invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE),  12-month, fixed-term Print/Interactive Design Manager position. Posting # 0010693. Closes June 2.

Quality Assurance Program Manager – Business Affairs invites applications for a part-time (.50 FTE), 12-month, Quality Assurance Program Manager position. Posting #0010670. Closes June 3.

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 12-month, professorial faculty position in the College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences at Oregon State University. This position will serve Malheur County. Malheur County is located in the southeastern portion of Oregon and almost 10,000 square miles of primarily rangeland. This position is 0.75 FTE tenure-track and 0.25 FTE recurring fixed-term funding. Posting #0010665. Closes June 10.

Oregon State University Extension Service – Marion County is looking for an AmeriCorps member to recruit and train college students as mentors to youth grades 7 through 12. The Mentor Development & Youth Retention Project Coordinator would work in Salem. For more information: Dan Hoynacki,  503-551-3455, Dan.hoynacki@oregonstate.edu.

The Department of Pre-College Programs invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Coordinator position. Posting #0010678. Closes June 14. Full consideration date is May 31.

Weather

Corvallis: If you’re feeling the need for some outdoor cooking, today’s the day. It will be sunny with a high of 79 and a low of 47. The rest of the week looks pretty rainy.

Central Oregon: Sunny and 71 today with a low tonight of 41, but we could see some snow by midweek.

Newport: Sunny today with a high of 60 and a low tonight of 47. Rain expected by tonight.

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

The fuel cell was developed by professor Hong Liu and researcher Yanzhen Fan in Oregon State University’s Department of Biological and Ecological Engineering. They’ve been working on it for years, but the Widmer pilot fuel cell will be the first one they’ve ever tested in the field. If it works and can be scaled up, it could save $400,000 a year.

OSU program preps Madras Latinos for college (KTVZ)

Oregon State University’s Open Campus spearheads Juntos (“together” in Spanish), working in partnership with Madras High School with the support of several other community organizations.

New Longhouse opens on campus (LIFE@OSU)

Native American students, staff and faculty at Oregon State University have a new home-away-from home, the new Native American Longhouse, Eena Haws, (Beaver House in Chinook jargon) nestled in a grove of trees in the heart of campus.

Native American Student Association hosts events (Gazette-Times)

Drew Pennington of Warm Springs tosses a log on the fire as a long line of students wait to pick up their food at the annual Native American Student Association salmon bake Wednesday afternoon on the Oregon State University Memorial Union quad.

The Power of Plot (Huffington Post)

Associate professor of English Evan Gottlieb talks about the differences between narrative and plot.

Breaking the chains of history (Portland Tribune)

An OSU Press book explores the history of slavery in Oregon.

Lake Oswego company releases first professional microscope for iPhones and iPads (Oregonian)

While Bodelin is working with national and international distributors to sell its microscope, Baker, who grew up in Gladstone, attended Oregon State University and now lives in Lake Oswego, focuses on Oregon when it comes to production.

Senate okays bill that requiring prevailing wage (Statesman Journal)

The Senate passed a bill Tuesday that will require contractors who do business with the Oregon University System to follow prevailing wage laws. House Bill 2646 received a 27-2 vote and will head to the House for approval. Oregon is one of 32 states to have a state-level prevailing wage, which is required on all state and local building projects. House Bill 2646 adds universities projects to the list.

Fuels of the future. Neither dream nor whim, but necessity (Industry Leaders Magazine)

Electricity can be produced from wastewater, at least according to scientists from Oregon State University. In a paper issued in the renowned scientific journal, they trotted out that they had found a method which allowed them to get energy from biodegradable components of sewage with help of special bacteria.

Indigo Rose tomatoes are blue and mine aren’t ripe yet (Orange County Breeze)

Another is Indigo Rose, developed by Oregon State University to collect a natural anti-oxidant in the skins of its fruit — the tomatoes turn a deep purplish blue wherever sunlight hits them.

Reasons to grow heirloom vegetables and fruit in your garden (Living Green)

But according to one report from Oregon State University, 90 percent of the crops that were grown in the U.S. a century ago are no longer grown commercially or maintained by major seed companies. More than 400 pea varieties were listed in seed catalogs in 1903; today, just two varieties account for nearly the entire domestic commercial crop.

Beauty queen gets her gaming face on (KVAL)

The now 28-year old is not only a beauty, but also a bright young woman who graduated magna cum laude from Oregon State University with dual degrees in International Studies and Speech Communication with a minor in Spanish. What you may not see is her “gaming” face, as in video gaming.

Today

Purple Up: OSU Classified Workers:  Local 083 / SEIU bargaining team would like to remind you that we are in bargaining negotiations at Portland State University in Portland, on May 16-17.  We will be continuing to try to negotiate a fair contract for classified workers.  Please show your support by wearing and or displaying purple.

Diet and health conference: The Linus Pauling Institute invites you to the  Diet & Optimum Health Conference  May 16, 17, 18. Public Session:  Whole-Food Approaches to Disease Prevention, Saturday May 18.

TEK conference: “Resilient Relationships across Cultural and Ecological Landscapes,” Friday, May 17, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. OSU Native American Longhouse. A Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) conference, featuring many tribal wisdom keepers and native scientists.  Full schedule: http://springcreek.oregonstate.edu/

TAC Webinar: TAC.FM,  with Mark Dinsmore (TAC) and Stevon Roberts (TAC/CTL).  Drop in on our Friday morning TAC webinars. Each week we will take a look at technologies of interest to teaching faculty at OSU. Check out our program offerings, topics and show notes at http://blogs.oregonstate.edu/tacfm. Fri. May 17, 10-10:50 a.m.. Do drop in: http://oregonstate.adobeconnect.com/tac  (Enter as a guest.)

Engineering Expo: The 14th annual Engineering Expo, featuring student projects that range from across all engineering disciplines, will be held Friday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kelley Engineering Center. The senior design showcase with more than 150 student-built projects is combined with a “Robo*Palooza,” and the event is free and open to the public.

The University Honors College Thesis Fair is scheduled for Friday, May 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Gallery and Rotunda on the main floor of the Valley Library. This annual spring event celebrates the research accomplishments of graduating Honors students.  Free refreshments are provided with many students on hand to discuss their thesis work, whether complete or still in progress. For more information visit: http://honors.oregonstate.edu/thesis-fair

Eating-to-Learn WIC Spring Lunch: “Cultural Rhetoric in the Writing Classroom.”  Rebecca Valdovinos (INTO OSU) will discuss how the culture in which students grow up influences their writing.  Rebecca will address this sensitive subject as fundamental to all students’ development as writers in a diverse world.  Register for this seminar here.  May 17, noon to 1 p.m. in Milam 215.

Faculty Staff Fitness 4^th annual TRY-Athlon: Run, walk or swim on your college tag team. Just pass the baton.  25 yards in the Langton Pool, 40 yards walking or 50 yards running, both at Reser Stadium. May 17, noon to 1:30.  To form a team, call 7-3222 or 7-6786.  Forms for registration can be found at: http://health.oregonstate.edu/faculty-staff-fitness

Grand Opening for the Native American Longhouse – Eena Haws:  Please join us Friday, May 17; the main program begins at 4 p.m. followed by tours and refreshments.  Learn more at http://oregonstate.edu/urm/events/nal

Free health coaching session: Are you interested in improving your overall health, wellness, and nutrition?  Dedra Demaree (OSU faculty), Bob Kerr (OSU staff) and Heidi Neuffer (certified health coach) invite you to join us from 4-5 p.m. May 17 in Weniger 212 for a free session focusing on weight loss help including diet, movement, and healthy habits.  Sponsored by the Argentine Tango Club.

Dance performance: The OSU Ballroom Dance Company will present “Ballroom in Black,” featuring Cool Shoes and New Shoes, at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 17-18, at the Corvallis High School Auditorium. Tickets are $10, $8 for students and seniors, and may be purchased at the door.

“The Misanthrope:” The Oregon State University Theatre will present Molière’s wild and witty comedy classic “The Misanthrope.” Performances are scheduled May 17-18 at 7:30 p.m. and May 19 at 2 p.m. at OSU’s Withycombe Hall Theater. Tickets for the production are $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors, $8 for students/youth, and $5 for OSU students. For more information or ticket purchases, contact OSU Theatre Box Office 541-737-2784 or purchase tickets online at http://oregonstate.edu/dept/theatre/

Saturday

OSUAA Community Day of Service, May 18: Join the OSU Alumni Association in giving back to OSU’s hometown during our annual community day of service. On Saturday, May 18 from 9 to noon we will be cleaning various sites around Corvallis. Visit www.osualum.com/service for more information and registration.

Upcoming Events

NEW! RecSports Functional Tour: Join us for a 45-minute functional tour of RecSports facilities & services Tuesday, May 21 at 12:10 p.m. The tour includes the basics about building entry, equipment check-out, court reservations, cardio machines, weight machines, personal training services and more! Tours depart from the RecServices lobby, just inside of Dixon’s West Entry. Drop-in on a tour or RSVP here.

NEW! Divine Nine Greek Week: D9 Sorting Party: May 21, 5:30-7 p.m., OSU Native American Longhouse. Looking for a way to give back and have fun? Please join the Divine Nine in collecting and sorting toiletries for Community Outreach, Inc. We ask that each participant bring travel sized toiletries to donate. For more information: divine9.oregonstate@gmail.com or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OsuDivine9

NEW! Alternative Spring Break Reunion/Celebration: Join us and invite other staff, students or faculty who want to learn about the AB program or possibly participate in a future trip! Hear from 30 trip participants from 3 separate trips! Tuesday, May 21, 7 p.m., MU 109A. http://oregonstate.edu/cce/alternative-break-spring-break-report-out-2013

NEW! Mahler symphony: The Fifth Symphony by Gustav Mahler will be featured in the final concert of the season by the Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra on May 21 at 8 p.m. in the LaSells Stewart Center.  Tickets are $18, $25, and $30 in advance, available online at cosusymphony.org. Free to OSU students. Tickets may also be purchased at the door for $20, $27 and $32. For information: cosusymphony.org

Celebrating Undergraduate Excellence: OSU Undergrads will be presenting the projects they’ve created, the research they’ve conducted, and the things they’ve invented in the MU Quad on Tues, May 21 from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Come see their creative accomplishments!   This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

US Student Fulbright Program: Informational meetings for the US Student Fulbright program will be held during spring term. Deadline: Monday Sept. 30, 2013 for 2014-15 academic year abroad. All applications of students currently enrolled at Oregon State must apply through the Campus Fulbright Program Adviser (FPA) LeAnn Adam. The application cycle for the 2014-15 Fulbright U.S. student program will open in May. Meetings are May 21, 3 to 4 p.m.; and June 3, noon to 1 p.m., all at Heckart Lodge 205. More Info: LeAnn Adam (leann.adam@oregonstate.edu) OSU Fulbright Program Adviser, and see the US Student Fulbright Web site: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/

Weight Watchers Information:  A 13 week session of WW begins May 28. WW Open House meetings will be held on May 21 at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm at Student Health Services room 322.  The next 13-week session begins May 28. Complete a Health Risk Assessment on the PEBB website (required). Next, call the WW/Pebb number 866-454-2144 and ask for a confirmation code.  Present that confirmation code at the first meeting of the 13 week session.  For more information, call 541-737-3106.

Lectures and webinars

NEW! Nurturing on the coast: “Cultivating a Community-wide Culture of Nurturing along the Southern Oregon Coast,” a free, public talk by Stephen Bavolek of the Family Nurturing Centers, International, will be held at noon on Monday, May 20, in the Hallie Ford Center, room 115, on the OSU campus. The talk is part of Oregon Parenting Education Week: http://health.oregonstate.edu/hallie-ford/oregon-parenting-education-week

NEW! Chinese graffiti: “Elegant Graffiti: Art of Public Writing in Traditional China,” a Center for the Humanities talk by Lei Xue, associate professor of art at Oregon State University, will be held Monday, May 20, at 4 p.m. Xue traces the origin of elegant Chinese graffiti and will discuss their significance in visual/literary culture. The free, public talk will take place at the Autzen House, 811 S.W. Jefferson Ave.

NEW! AAUP End-Of-The-Year Meeting:  All Students, Staff and Faculty (tenured and non-tenured, adjunct, professional, and research) are invited to the OSU chapter of the AAUP informational meeting. Come hear what OSU-AAUP has been doing across campus and statewide.  Invited speakers include Professor Michael Dreiling, who will share the story of why the University of Oregon faculty decided to organize a union.  Tuesday, May 21, MU Room 208, 4:30-6 p.m.

NEW! Corvallis Climate Change Impacts Community Seminar Series: Harold Zahl of OSU will speak on “Reconstructing and Modeling Tree Invasion of Subalpine Meadows in the Oregon Cascades,” May 21, 2 to 2:50 p.m., ALS 4000.

NEW! Climate Club Sandwich Lunch: Conversations Across Disciplines series will focus on how other disciplines study climate change, present the latest findings in climate change research and scholarship, and provide an opportunity to meet colleagues interested in interdisciplinary collaboration.  This session will feature Jacob Darwin Hamblin , Jeff Bethel, and  Dominique Bachelet .   May 22, noon to 1 p.m., StrandAg 348. RSVP’s appreciated: 541-737-5705

NEW! Conflict Management Basics: May 29, noon to 1:30 p.m., Autzen Classroom, Valley Library. In this brown bag session presented by the University Ombuds Office, participants will learn the basic skills needed to manage day-to-day conflicts and address difficult dialogues.  For more information click here. RSVP: d.sheffold@oregonstate.edu

NEW! Spring Colloquium: OSU’s Center for Genome Research and Biocomputing will host a Spring Colloquium on June 3, in the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. This Colloquium will highlight the computational toxicology and genomic research being done on campus with the goal of developing new collaborations. Attendance is free.  There will be a poster session open to students, postdoc and research staff/faculty with cash prizes! Learn more about the Colloquium and register online at http://springconference.cgrb.oregonstate.edu/Program

Research Development Director Candidate Open Campus Forum:  Janet Nelson, Monday, May 20, 11 a.m., LPSC 402.

2nd Annual Open Forums on Graduate Education at OSU: Current graduate students are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Open Forums on Graduate Education at OSU project. Two ways to provide feedback, concerns and ideas: 1) Online Survey: www.tinyurl.com/OSUgraduateforum or 2) In-person Forum: Monday, May 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in MU 109. Light refreshments and door prizes provided.

How to Create a Successful Hybrid Course: Effective Practices and Support - The Center for Teaching and Learning invites faculty to attend this workshop to learn effective practices for hybrid (“blended”) course design and delivery, and to find out how to receive instructional design support and funding from the OSU Center for Teaching and Learning to develop a hybrid course.  Monday, May 20, 3 to 4 p.m., in Milam 215.  For information and registration:   http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/83301/

Oregon Parenting Education Week seminar series: Join the College of Public Health and Human Sciences’ Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families May 20, 21 and 23 in this year’s seminar series to learn more about parenting education. Schedule: http://health.oregonstate.edu/hallie-ford/oregon-parenting-education-week The events, held in Hallie Ford Center room 115, are free and open to the public.

Distinguished Professor Lecture: Joseph Beckman, Distinguished Professor, Biochemistry and Biophysics will speak Tues., May 21, 9 a.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “The Linus Pauling Institute and the Environmental Health Sciences Center:  Why study ALS at OSU?” The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Distinguished Professor Lecture: Thomas Dietterich, Distinguished Professor, Computer Science will speak Tues., May 21, 2 p.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “Computer Science, Machine Learning, and the Pursuit of Knowledge”. The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

News for Employees

Requests for Service of Alcohol at University Events: Risk Management Reminder: Patrick Hughes, Chief Risk Officer at OSU, reminds the campus community that all events where alcohol is served must be registered through the Office of Risk Management. Request must be submitted using the online registration form: http://risk.oregonstate.edu/alcohol-service. Requests must be submitted at least 21 days prior to the event date.

Day of Caring Service Projects: Friday May 31 Students, staff, and faculty and their children/partners/family members are invited to participate! 10 different service projects are available. Check in will occur between 1 and 1:15 p.m., at Dixon Lower Courts. Projects will run from 2 to 4:30 p.m., May 31. Transportation will be provided. Projects are a collaboration between United Way, HandsOn Willamette, and the Center for Civic Engagement. Pre-registration is required: http://oregonstate.edu/cce/day-caring-2013-service-projects.

OSU Adopts Eduroam for Roaming Wireless: Information Services is pleased to announce that OSU has joined eduroam, a federated roaming access service for the academic community that enables mobility and collaboration. In plainer terms, eduroam is like a large, worldwide wireless hotspot for higher education. Learn how the OSU community and our peers visiting OSU can use eduroam at oregonstate.edu/is/osu-adopts-eduroam-roaming-wireless.

Traffic and Maintenance

Memorial Street closure: Due to the Engineering Expo and Robo Palooza event, Memorial Place will be closed May 17, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

26th Street closure: Due to the opening of the new Native American Cultural Center, 26^th street from Intramural and Jefferson street will be closed May 17 from noon to 5 p.m.

Parking lots near Goss: Oregon State University will no longer cover the cost of repairs for damages caused to vehicles parked in the faculty/staff and student lots near Student Legacy Park, Goss Stadium, the Softball Complex, or Patrick Wayne Valley Stadium.  As a result, damage caused by fly/foul balls should be reported to private insurance carriers beginning June 1, 2013.  Signs identifying these parking areas as “park at your own risk” lots will be installed in the coming weeks.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy change, please contact the Office of Risk Management at (541) 737-7252.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Education Program Assistant 2 position for the Extension Family and Community Health Program (FCH) at Oregon State University (OSU). This position will be located in Oregon City. Posting #0010683. Closes May 17.

The Extension 4-H Youth Development program (4-H), affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences  is accepting applications for one part-time (approximately 16 hours per week), Education Program Assistant 1 position for. This position will be located in Grants Pass, Ore. Posting # 0010635. Closes May 20.

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Office Specialist 2 position for the Polk County office of OSU Extension Service at Oregon State University (OSU). This position is located in Dallas. Posting #0010652. Closes May 21.

Receptionist – Radiation Center invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Office Specialist 1 position. Position will be filled utilizing the OS1 pool applicants. Posting #0010378. Closes May 21.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Trades/Maintenance Coordinator position. Posting #0010615. For full consideration apply by May 7.  Closes May 21.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Extend to May 24.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Extended to May 24.

Office Specialist II, School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering, F/T, starting at $2170/month plus benefits. Major duties include website management, event planning, and newsletter & publication preparation. Posting # 010684. Closes May 24.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

Office Specialist 2 – full-time position for the School of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering. Posting #0010684. Closes May 25.

Accountant 1, Arts and Sciences Business Center at Oregon State University.  F/T, starting at $3048/monthly + benefits.  Posting # 0010681.   Closing Date: May 26.

The Marion County Extension Services are accepting applications for one part-time, intermittent (approximately 4 hours per week as needed) Office Specialist 1 position. This position will be located in Salem, Oregon. Posting # 0010691. Closes May 27.

This recruitment will be used to fill one part time (approximately 18 hours per week) appointment as an Education Program Assistant 2 for the Oregon Open Campus Program in Crook County at Oregon State University (OSU). This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 2 years from the appointment begin date. This position will be located in Prineville, Oregon. Posting # 0010695. Closes May 27.

The Extension Morrow County Office invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term 4-H Program Coordinator position.  Reappointment is at the discretion of the 4-H/FCH Program Leader and the Columbia Plateau Regional Administrator.  This position is located in Heppner, Oregon. Posting #0010666. Closes May 27.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

E-Campus Instructor.  Department of Zoology invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, E-campus instructor.  Posting # 0010647. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

Professional and Non-Credit Education (PNE) is accepting applications for one full-time Analyst Programmer, competency level 1. Posting # 0010697. Closes June 2.

Extended Campus invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE),  12-month, fixed-term Print/Interactive Design Manager position. Posting # 0010693. Closes June 2.

Quality Assurance Program Manager – Business Affairs invites applications for a part-time (.50 FTE), 12-month, Quality Assurance Program Manager position. Posting #0010670. Closes June 3.

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 12-month, professorial faculty position in the College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences at Oregon State University. This position will serve Malheur County. Malheur County is located in the southeastern portion of Oregon and almost 10,000 square miles of primarily rangeland. This position is 0.75 FTE tenure-track and 0.25 FTE recurring fixed-term funding. Posting #0010665. Closes June 10.

Oregon State University Extension Service – Marion County is looking for an AmeriCorps member to recruit and train college students as mentors to youth grades 7 through 12. The Mentor Development & Youth Retention Project Coordinator would work in Salem. For more information: Dan Hoynacki,  503-551-3455, Dan.hoynacki@oregonstate.edu.

The Department of Pre-College Programs invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Coordinator position. Posting #0010678. Closes June 14. Full consideration date is May 31.

Weather

Corvallis: It seems only yesterday it was all sunny skies and warm temperatures, but don’t look back!  Slight chance of showers today with a high of 65 and a low of 48. Rain tomorrow and showers on Sunday.

Central Oregon: Isolated showers today, high of 59, low of 40. Showers tomorrow, clearing Sunday.

Newport: Chance of showers through the weekend. High today 56, low of 50.

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

Portland’s Widmer Brothers Brewing is partnering with a Corvallis startup company, Water2Watergy, that is working on a fuel cell that could simultaneously clean the brewery’s wastewater, reduce the amount of water it sends to the city sewage treatment plant and generate renewable energy. Water2Watergy, created by a pair of Oregon State University researchers, recently won a grant from the Oregon Built Environment & Sustainable Technologies Center to help commercialize its invention.

Marbled murrelet in steep decline (Portland Tribune)

“With a decline of 10 percent in Washington state, it doesn’t look good for the species,” says Kim Nelson, a research wildlife biologist at Oregon State University’s Department of Fisheries and Wildlife. “The protections in place don’t seem to be helping.”

Proclamation can’t replace state funding for weed control (Capital Press)

Under a directive to cut $1.2 million in lottery funding, the department has proposed cutting $518,896 from its weed program, or about 25 percent of its state funding. If sustained, the cut will cost the department three of its 11-member staff, including two field staff and a grant coordinator, ODA Director Katy Coba said.  Andy Hulting, extension weed specialist at Oregon State University, characterized the loss as “pretty devastating.”

Tiny nematode, big losses to Eastern Oregon’s wheat (Corvallis Advocate)

Researchers at Oregon State University have discovered the cause behind $51 million annual losses in the Northwest’s wheat industry. Five times smaller in diameter than a human hair and half a millimeter long, the root-lesion nematode has been found in 90 percent of fields. In 60 percent of fields in Oregon and Washington, it exists in numbers large enough to reduce crop yields.

Single-payer activists keep dream of universal healthcare alive (Lund Report)

Chunhuei Chi, a professor at Oregon State University’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences, told The Lund Report the study would aim for transparency, be replicable and available for peer review. The Oregon Health Authority could either choose Oregon State or another entity to conduct the study.

Distractions increase surgeons potential for mistakes (23ABC News)

Another study, published last year by researchers at Oregon State University and the Oregon Health and Sciences University, showed that young surgeons in their second, third or research year of residency made mistakes nearly half the time when they were distracted during a simulated gall-bladder removal.

Integrated pest management committee closer to reality (Capital Press)

The bill stipulates that Paul Jepson, Oregon’s IPM coordinator, will lead the effort. Jepson is an Oregon State University professor and director of the College of Agricultural Sciences Integrated Plant Protection Center.

Video of OSU Kenya trip now available (LIFE@OSU)

A team of five Oregon State students, plus a technical mentor, traveled in July 2012 to the Kenyan village near Lake Victoria. The team oversaw drilling of a well and construction of a rainwater catchment system, culminating three years of work and planning.

Benefits of goji (Huffington Post)

Camu camu berries are the world’s richest source of vitamin C. The antioxidant properties of vitamin C and its role in collagen synthesis make it a vital molecule for skin health. An Oregon State University study demonstrated that vitamin C may help prevent and treat UV damage.

OSU students make an impression at Portland Startup Weekend (LIFE@OSU)

Three Oregon State computer science students sacrificed sleep to test their entrepreneurial skills at the Portland Startup Weekend on April 26-28.

Today

NEW! Purple Up: OSU Classified Workers:  Local 083 / SEIU bargaining team would like to remind you that we are in bargaining negotiations at Portland State University in Portland, OR on May 16-17.  We will be continuing to try to negotiate a fair contract for classified workers.  Please show your support by wearing and or displaying purple.

Diet and health conference: The Linus Pauling Institute invites you to the  Diet & Optimum Health Conference  May 16, 17, 18. Public Session:  Whole-Food Approaches to Disease Prevention, Saturday May 18.

Strategic plan forums: OSU Strategic Plan steering committee will be conducting seven open forums over the next few weeks to solicit input for Strategic Plan III.  The first forum will be for the Division of Systems Science.  It will be held this Thursday May 16, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the Memorial Union Journey Room.  Click here for discussion questions and dates of other forums.

TEK conference: “Resilient Relationships across Cultural and Ecological Landscapes,” Thursday May 16, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Friday, May 17, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. OSU Native American Longhouse. A Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) conference, featuring many tribal wisdom keepers and native scientists.  Full schedule: http://springcreek.oregonstate.edu/

Printing and Mailing Services morning closure: Printing and Mailing Services (100 Cascade Hall) will be closed from 9 to 11 a.m. May 16, for an all-staff meeting. We will be open before and after the meeting. Please email Lindsay.middleton@oregonstate.edu if you have any questions.

Wearable sensors: At the May 16 meeting of Triad, OSU’s faculty and staff club, Patrick Chiang of the College of Engineering will discuss sensors that he has developed for non-invasive health-care monitoring. Triad meets in the MU, room 109A, from noon to 1 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend free of charge and pay $11 if they have lunch. Contact Nick Houtman, 541-737-0783, to save a seat.

Research Development Director Candidate Open Campus Forum:  Jennifer Marcy, Thursday, May 16, 1:30 pm, LPSC 402

Plant sale: OSU’s Pi Alpha Xi (Horticulture Honor Society) is hosting a plant sale from 2:30 to 6 p.m. underneath the Cordley-ALS bridge on May 16. Ornamental plants of all shapes, colors and prices (free to $30). Sale includes blackspot resistant roses, bonsai juniper, herbaceous perennials and more.

Starker Lecture: “Oregon’s Biomass Experience: An Integrated Approach to Forest Biomass,” part of the Oregon State University Starker Lecture series, which is focused this year on the topic: Forest Biomass — Energy and Beyond, will be held Thursday, May 16 at 3:30 p.m. Matt Krumenauer, senior policy analyst with the Oregon Department of Energy, will speak in Richardson Hall, room 107, on the OSU campus. Info: http://starkerlectures.forestry.oregonstate.edu/

WiN Pub Talk: “Do This, Don’t Do That” – Panelists are 3 mobile app/game developers Patrick Thompson or Inkstone Mobile, Chris Skaggs of Soma Games & Code Monkey, and Chris Vanderschuere creator of the iPhone and iPad application Moon+. May 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Corvallis Country Club, $10 at the door or $5 with student ID. http://www.willametteinnovators.com/events

Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013: Critically acclaimed slam poet and performer Carlos Andrés Gómez, will provide the keynote May 16 at 6 p.m. in the MU for OSU’s two day “Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013” May 16-17 in the MU. Join Carlos and other OSU members in “Exploring Masculinities,” and discovering how healthy masculinity can improve our lives. Register for free here to be entered into a drawing for a signed copy of Carlos’ book.

TEK conference keynote address: Robin Kimmerer and Gregory Cajete will speak May 16, 7:30 p.m., in the Linus Pauling Science Center room 125.

Upcoming Events

Engineering Expo: The 14th annual Engineering Expo, featuring student projects that range from across all engineering disciplines, will be held Friday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kelley Engineering Center. The senior design showcase with more than 150 student-built projects is combined with a “Robo*Palooza,” and the event is free and open to the public.

The University Honors College Thesis Fair is scheduled for Friday, May 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Gallery and Rotunda on the main floor of the Valley Library. This annual spring event celebrates the research accomplishments of graduating Honors students.  Free refreshments are provided with many students on hand to discuss their thesis work, whether complete or still in progress. For more information visit: http://honors.oregonstate.edu/thesis-fair

Engineering Expo: The 14th annual Engineering Expo, featuring student projects that range from across all engineering disciplines, will be held Friday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kelley Engineering Center. The senior design showcase with more than 150 student-built projects is combined with a “Robo*Palooza,” and the event is free and open to the public.

Faculty Staff Fitness 4^th annual TRY-Athlon: Run, walk or swim on your college tag team. Just pass the baton.  25 yards in the Langton Pool, 40 yards walking or 50 yards running, both at Reser Stadium. May 17, noon to 1:30.  To form a team, call 7-3222 or 7-6786.  Forms for registration can be found at: http://health.oregonstate.edu/faculty-staff-fitness

Grand Opening for the Native American Longhouse – Eena Haws:  Please join us Friday, May 17; the main program begins at 4 p.m. followed by tours and refreshments.  Learn more at http://oregonstate.edu/urm/events/nal

Free health coaching session: Are you interested in improving your overall health, wellness, and nutrition?  Dedra Demaree (OSU faculty), Bob Kerr (OSU staff) and Heidi Neuffer (certified health coach) invite you to join us from 4-5 p.m. May 17 in Weniger 212 for a free session focusing on weight loss help including diet, movement, and healthy habits.  Sponsored by the Argentine Tango Club.

Dance performance: The OSU Ballroom Dance Company will present “Ballroom in Black,” featuring Cool Shoes and New Shoes, at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 17-18, at the Corvallis High School Auditorium. Tickets are $10, $8 for students and seniors, and may be purchased at the door.

“The Misanthrope:” The Oregon State University Theatre will present Molière’s wild and witty comedy classic “The Misanthrope.” Performances are scheduled May 17-18 at 7:30 p.m. and May 19 at 2 p.m. at OSU’s Withycombe Hall Theater. Tickets for the production are $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors, $8 for students/youth, and $5 for OSU students. For more information or ticket purchases, contact OSU Theatre Box Office 541-737-2784 or purchase tickets online at http://oregonstate.edu/dept/theatre/

OSUAA Community Day of Service, May 18: Join the OSU Alumni Association in giving back to OSU’s hometown during our annual community day of service. On Saturday, May 18 from 9 to noon we will be cleaning various sites around Corvallis. Visit www.osualum.com/service for more information and registration.

Celebrating Undergraduate Excellence: OSU Undergrads will be presenting the projects they’ve created, the research they’ve conducted, and the things they’ve invented in the MU Quad on Tues, May 21 from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Come see their creative accomplishments!   This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

US Student Fulbright Program: Informational meetings for the US Student Fulbright program will be held during spring term. Deadline: Monday Sept. 30, 2013 for 2014-15 academic year abroad. All applications of students currently enrolled at Oregon State must apply through the Campus Fulbright Program Adviser (FPA) LeAnn Adam. The application cycle for the 2014-15 Fulbright U.S. student program will open in May. Meetings are May 21, 3 to 4 p.m.; and June 3, noon to 1 p.m., all at Heckart Lodge 205. More Info: LeAnn Adam (leann.adam@oregonstate.edu) OSU Fulbright Program Adviser, and see the US Student Fulbright Web site: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/

Weight Watchers Information:  A 13 week session of WW begins May 28. WW Open House meetings will be held on May 21 at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm at Student Health Services room 322.  The next 13-week session begins May 28. Complete a Health Risk Assessment on the PEBB website (required). Next, call the WW/Pebb number 866-454-2144 and ask for a confirmation code.  Present that confirmation code at the first meeting of the 13 week session.  For more information, call 541-737-3106.

Recreational Sports Willi Unsoeld Celebration Wednesday, May 22: From 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. in the Adventure Leadership Institute Lounge (Dixon East Entry), Recreational Sports will be celebrating the 50^th anniversary of OSU alumnus, Willi Unsoeld, and his historic ascent of Mount Everest. Drop in and see how the spirit of Unsoeld lives on at the OSU Adventure Leadership Institute.

Albany Garden Tour: OSU Extension Linn County Master Gardeners will be hosting the Albany Garden Tour on Saturday, June 15. Seven private gardens will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Master gardeners will be available to answer questions. Cost is $10. Tickets are available at Tom’s Garden Center, Nichols Nursery, Albany Visitor’s Association, U & D Nursery and Garlands.

Lectures and webinars

NEW! Research Development Director Candidate Open Campus Forum:  Janet Nelson, Monday, May 20, 11 a.m., LPSC 402.

TAC Webinar: TAC.FM,  with Mark Dinsmore (TAC) and Stevon Roberts (TAC/CTL).  Drop in on our Friday morning TAC webinars. Each week we will take a look at technologies of interest to teaching faculty at OSU. Check out our program offerings, topics and show notes at http://blogs.oregonstate.edu/tacfm. Fri. May 17, 10-10:50 a.m.. Do drop in: http://oregonstate.adobeconnect.com/tac  (Enter as a guest.)

The University Honors College Thesis Fair: Friday, May 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Gallery and Rotunda on the main floor of the Valley Library. This annual spring event celebrates the research accomplishments of graduating Honors students.  Students will be on hand to discuss their thesis work, whether complete or still in progress. Information: http://honors.oregonstate.edu/thesis-fair

Eating-to-Learn WIC Spring Lunch: “Cultural Rhetoric in the Writing Classroom.”  Rebecca Valdovinos (INTO OSU) will discuss how the culture in which students grow up influences their writing.  Rebecca will address this sensitive subject as fundamental to all students’ development as writers in a diverse world.  Register for this seminar here.  May 17, noon to 1 p.m. in Milam 215.

2nd Annual Open Forums on Graduate Education at OSU: Current graduate students are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Open Forums on Graduate Education at OSU project. Two ways to provide feedback, concerns and ideas: 1) Online Survey: www.tinyurl.com/OSUgraduateforum or 2) In-person Forum: Monday, May 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in MU 109. Light refreshments and door prizes provided.

How to Create a Successful Hybrid Course: Effective Practices and Support - The Center for Teaching and Learning invites faculty to attend this workshop to learn effective practices for hybrid (“blended”) course design and delivery, and to find out how to receive instructional design support and funding from the OSU Center for Teaching and Learning to develop a hybrid course.  Monday, May 20, 3 to 4 p.m., in Milam 215.  For information and registration:   http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/83301/

Oregon Parenting Education Week seminar series: Join the College of Public Health and Human Sciences’ Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families May 20, 21 and 23 in this year’s seminar series to learn more about parenting education. Schedule: http://health.oregonstate.edu/hallie-ford/oregon-parenting-education-week The events, held in Hallie Ford Center room 115, are free and open to the public.

Africa Initiative – Climate-Smart Agroforestry in Ethiopia and Kenya.  Join the next  Africa Initiative meeting, Wednesday, May 22, noon to 1 pm. in Heckart Lodge where College of Forestry’s Dr. Badege Bishaw will present a recently completed synthesis paper carried out in partnership with the World Agroforestry Center.  All are welcome.  If you would like to receive future email announcements to Africa Initiative activities and events, please be sure to subscribe to our new listserv.

NIH SBIR: Applying to the NIH SBIR Phase I Program for First-Time Applicants, June 3 and 4, 5 p.m., PT. RSVP or questions please contact Jianbo at jianbo.hu@oregonstate.edu 7-2366. The NIH SBIR Phase I Program for First-Time Applicants is a very practical step-by-step, four-hour online “How-To” workshop over two evenings to help researchers, faculty members, graduate students, post-docs and entrepreneurs create a SBIR company and apply to the NIH SBIR program in August of 2013.

News for Employees

Requests for Service of Alcohol at University Events: Risk Management Reminder: Patrick Hughes, Chief Risk Officer at OSU, reminds the campus community that all events where alcohol is served must be registered through the Office of Risk Management. Request must be submitted using the online registration form: http://risk.oregonstate.edu/alcohol-service. Requests must be submitted at least 21 days prior to the event date.

Day of Caring Service Projects: Friday May 31 Students, staff, and faculty and their children/partners/family members are invited to participate! 10 different service projects are available. Check in will occur between 1 and 1:15 p.m., at Dixon Lower Courts. Projects will run from 2 to 4:30 p.m., May 31. Transportation will be provided. Projects are a collaboration between United Way, HandsOn Willamette, and the Center for Civic Engagement. Pre-registration is required: http://oregonstate.edu/cce/day-caring-2013-service-projects.

OSU Adopts Eduroam for Roaming Wireless: Information Services is pleased to announce that OSU has joined eduroam, a federated roaming access service for the academic community that enables mobility and collaboration. In plainer terms, eduroam is like a large, worldwide wireless hotspot for higher education. Learn how the OSU community and our peers visiting OSU can use eduroam at oregonstate.edu/is/osu-adopts-eduroam-roaming-wireless.

Rulemaking hearing: Oregon State University will hold a rulemaking hearing on May 28 at 1 p.m., MU 206. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment regarding changes to the University’s Fee Book, as well as updates to the process for requesting use of tables, carts, booths and similar structures for free speech activities.  For more information, including copies of all of the proposed rules, and to make arrangements for accommodations, please contact Beth Giddens at beth.giddens@oregonstate.edu.

Traffic and Maintenance

Memorial Street closure: Due to the Engineering Expo and Robo Palooza event, Memorial Place will be closed May 17, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

26th Street closure: Due to the opening of the new Native American Cultural Center, 26^th street from Intramural and Jefferson street will be closed May 17 from noon to 5 p.m.

Parking lots near Goss: Oregon State University will no longer cover the cost of repairs for damages caused to vehicles parked in the faculty/staff and student lots near Student Legacy Park, Goss Stadium, the Softball Complex, or Patrick Wayne Valley Stadium.  As a result, damage caused by fly/foul balls should be reported to private insurance carriers beginning June 1, 2013.  Signs identifying these parking areas as “park at your own risk” lots will be installed in the coming weeks.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy change, please contact the Office of Risk Management at (541) 737-7252.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Education Program Assistant 2 position for the Extension Family and Community Health Program (FCH) at Oregon State University (OSU). This position will be located in Oregon City. Posting #0010683. Closes May 17.

The Extension 4-H Youth Development program (4-H), affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences  is accepting applications for one part-time (approximately 16 hours per week), Education Program Assistant 1 position for. This position will be located in Grants Pass, Ore. Posting # 0010635. Closes May 20.

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Office Specialist 2 position for the Polk County office of OSU Extension Service at Oregon State University (OSU). This position is located in Dallas. Posting #0010652. Closes May 21.

Receptionist – Radiation Center invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Office Specialist 1 position. Position will be filled utilizing the OS1 pool applicants. Posting #0010378. Closes May 21.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Trades/Maintenance Coordinator position. Posting #0010615. For full consideration apply by May 7.  Closes May 21.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Extend to May 24.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Extended to May 24.

Office Specialist II, School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering, F/T, starting at $2170/month plus benefits. Major duties include website management, event planning, and newsletter & publication preparation. Posting # 010684. Closes May 24.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

Accountant 1, Arts and Sciences Business Center at Oregon State University.  F/T, starting at $3048/monthly + benefits.  Posting # 0010681.   Closing Date: May 26.

The Marion County Extension Services are accepting applications for one part-time, intermittent (approximately 4 hours per week as needed) Office Specialist 1 position. This position will be located in Salem, Oregon. Posting # 0010691. Closes May 27.

This recruitment will be used to fill one part time (approximately 18 hours per week) appointment as an Education Program Assistant 2 for the Oregon Open Campus Program in Crook County at Oregon State University (OSU). This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 2 years from the appointment begin date. This position will be located in Prineville, Oregon. Posting # 0010695. Closes May 27.

The Extension Morrow County Office invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term 4-H Program Coordinator position.  Reappointment is at the discretion of the 4-H/FCH Program Leader and the Columbia Plateau Regional Administrator.  This position is located in Heppner, Oregon. Posting #0010666. Closes May 27.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

E-Campus Instructor.  Department of Zoology invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, E-campus instructor.  Posting # 0010647. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

Professional and Non-Credit Education (PNE) is accepting applications for one full-time Analyst Programmer, competency level 1. Posting # 0010697. Closes June 2.

Extended Campus invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE),  12-month, fixed-term Print/Interactive Design Manager position. Posting # 0010693. Closes June 2.

Quality Assurance Program Manager – Business Affairs invites applications for a part-time (.50 FTE), 12-month, Quality Assurance Program Manager position. Posting #0010670. Closes June 3.

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 12-month, professorial faculty position in the College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences at Oregon State University. This position will serve Malheur County. Malheur County is located in the southeastern portion of Oregon and almost 10,000 square miles of primarily rangeland. This position is 0.75 FTE tenure-track and 0.25 FTE recurring fixed-term funding. Posting #0010665. Closes June 10.

Oregon State University Extension Service – Marion County is looking for an AmeriCorps member to recruit and train college students as mentors to youth grades 7 through 12. The Mentor Development & Youth Retention Project Coordinator would work in Salem. For more information: Dan Hoynacki,  503-551-3455, Dan.hoynacki@oregonstate.edu.

The Department of Pre-College Programs invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Coordinator position. Posting #0010678. Closes June 14. Full consideration date is May 31.

Weather

Corvallis: Now that the clouds have returned, Adrian Gombart of the Linus Pauling Institute reminds us that when we’re not getting our vitamin D3 from the sun, intake of vitamin D is essential. Showers are likely today and throughout the rest of the week. Today’s high will be 65 with a low of 49.

Central Oregon: Scattered showers today with a high of 59 and a low of 41.

Newport: Showers likely. High of 58, low of 49.

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

The Guard is the only entity that can currently fly drones out of the airport. But it could soon become a hotbed for flights by drone manufacturers and researchers if the FAA in December approves Oregon State University to use the same 100-square-miles as the guard, said Carter Kerns, who helped write the application. The FAA would use information from those flights to develop rules to integrate drones into the general airspace.

Most Creative People 2013: Darrin Crescenzi (Fast Company)

Now, as a senior designer at global brand consultancy Prophet, Crescenzi works with companies ranging from Samsung to Visa. Crescenzi is  an OSU graphic design program alum, past MU designer and past MUPC coordinator. He is the creator of OSU’s Battle of the Bands.

Forest Grove high school graduate travels to Antarctica to study seals (Oregonian)

Monnin graduated in 2008 and started attending Oregon State University on a full scholarship as a biology major.

Bug boom bothering growers (KTVL) 

Experts are predicting an increase in an invasive insect in southern Oregon. The ideal weather may be to blame. Right now the fruit fly is the biggest threat to growers. ”Everywhere you look we can pretty much find them,” entomologist Rick Hilton with OSU said.

Sierra Club selects two young adults to travel across the country and document their adventure (Equities.com)

Daniel Cespedes is a rising senior at Oregon State University, where he is studying visual storytelling. An avid videographer and photographer, Daniel is combining his interests in the natural world with film production and travel. He is also a bagpiping instructor.

Can you overdose on Vitamin E? (Examiner)

But according to an expert at the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University, you don’t need to worry about how much vitamin E you get in your food or even from normal use of supplements.

Universities now have to follow prevailing wage laws (Oregon Capitol Watch)

The Senate passed a bill this morning that will require contractors who do business with the Oregon University System to follow prevailing wage laws.

Today

NEW! CPHHS fair: The 1^st annual College of Public Health and Human Sciences’ Majors/Programs Fair will help guide students along their journey. The event, held from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. May 15, in the Women’s Building lobby, is free and open to all Oregon State students. http://health.oregonstate.edu/synergies/2013/are-you-career-ready/

Annual Salmon Bake: On Wednesday, May 15, the 15th annual Salmon Bake will be held in the MU Quad from noon to 3 p.m.

Environmental & Molecular Toxicology Special Seminar: Peter S. Spencer, PhD, FANA, FRCPath, Professor of Neurology, Oregon Health & Science University –“Genotoxic Triggers of Neurodegenerative Disease”  at noon on Wednesday, May 15, in 4001 Ag Life Sciences.

Afternoon Public Sale at the OSUsed Store: The OSUsed Store is open for its public sale Wednesday, noon to 3 p.m. at 644 SW 13th Street. Personal purchases must be made during public sales. Departments may shop 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, or during public sales on Wednesdays. For more information, visit our website.

TAC Webinar: Using Social Media in the Classroom, with Kimmy Hescock (TAC). Social media (Facebook, Twitter, G+, etc.) permeates many aspects of our daily lives, so why not the classroom as well? This webinar touches on the use of social media in higher education today and offers some ideas of how you might utilize it in your own classes.  Wed. May 15, 2-2:50 p.m.  Register here:  http://is.gd/9yBC0q

NEW! Lunch and Conversation with Best-Selling Author Jennifer Boylan: May 15, 2 to 3 p.m., Pride Center.

Center for Genome Research and Biocomputing Seminar:  Eric Selker, The Institute of Molecular Biology, University of Oregon, will present a seminar “Genome defense, gene silencing and epigenetic dynamics in Neurospora” on Wednesday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. in Agricultural & Life Sciences Bldg 4001.

Department of Fisheries and Wildlife seminars: Stephanie Green, David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellow, Department of Zoology, OSU, will speak on “Reconciling invasion processes and conservation action: Functional eradication as a framework for invasive species control in marine protected areas.” May 15, Nash 206, 4 p.m.

Transgender discussion: Transgender Awareness as a Component of an Inclusive Community.  Reading and Open talk with Jennifer Finney Boylan, author of best-selling memoir “She’s Not There.” May 15, 7 to 9 p.m., C&E, LaSells Stewart Center. Free to the public.  https://www.facebook.com/events/183530985129636/

“Please Don’t Talk About Me When I’m Gone” A Farewell Concert of Cabaret and Musical Theatre, featuring Dr. Brad Townsend, OSU Director of Athletic Bands. The free, public event will be held at the Memorial Union, on Wednesday, May 15, 8 p.m.

Upcoming Events

NEW! Plant sale: OSU’s Pi Alpha Xi (Horticulture Honor Society) is hosting a plant sale from 2:30 to 6 p.m. underneath the Cordley-ALS bridge on May 16. Ornamental plants of all shapes, colors and prices (free to $30). Sale includes blackspot resistant roses, bonsai juniper, herbaceous perennials and more.

NEW! Faculty Staff Fitness 4^th annual TRY-Athlon: Run, walk or swim on your college tag team. Just pass the baton.  25 yards in the Langton Pool, 40 yards walking or 50 yards running, both at Reser Stadium. May 17, noon to 1:30.  To form a team, call 7-3222 or 7-6786.  Forms for registration can be found at: http://health.oregonstate.edu/faculty-staff-fitness

NEW! Engineering Expo: The 14th annual Engineering Expo, featuring student projects that range from across all engineering disciplines, will be held Friday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kelley Engineering Center. The senior design showcase with more than 150 student-built projects is combined with a “Robo*Palooza,” and the event is free and open to the public.

NEW! Free health coaching session: Are you interested in improving your overall health, wellness, and nutrition?  Dedra Demaree (OSU faculty), Bob Kerr (OSU staff) and Heidi Neuffer (certified health coach) invite you to join us from 4-5 p.m. May 17 in Weniger 212 for a free session focusing on weight loss help including diet, movement, and healthy habits.  Sponsored by the Argentine Tango Club.

NEW! Dance performance: The OSU Ballroom Dance Company will present “Ballroom in Black,” featuring Cool Shoes and New Shoes, at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 17-18, at the Corvallis High School Auditorium. Tickets are $10, $8 for students and seniors, and may be purchased at the door.

NEW! Recreational Sports Willi Unsoeld Celebration Wednesday, May 22: From 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. in the Adventure Leadership Institute Lounge (Dixon East Entry), Recreational Sports will be celebrating the 50^th anniversary of OSU alumnus, Willi Unsoeld, and his historic ascent of Mount Everest. Drop in and see how the spirit of Unsoeld lives on at the OSU Adventure Leadership Institute.

NEW! Albany Garden Tour: OSU Extension Linn County Master Gardeners will be hosting the Albany Garden Tour on Saturday, June 15. Seven private gardens will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Master gardeners will be available to answer questions. Cost is $10. Tickets are available at Tom’s Garden Center, Nichols Nursery, Albany Visitor’s Association, U & D Nursery and Garlands.

Strategic plan forums: OSU Strategic Plan steering committee will be conducting seven open forums over the next few weeks to solicit input for Strategic Plan III.  The first forum will be for the Division of Systems Science.  It will be held this Thursday May 16, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the Memorial Union Journey Room.  Click here for discussion questions and dates of other forums.

Engineering Expo: The 14th annual Engineering Expo, featuring student projects that range from across all engineering disciplines, will be held Friday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kelley Engineering Center. The senior design showcase with more than 150 student-built projects is combined with a “Robo*Palooza,” and the event is free and open to the public.

The University Honors College Thesis Fair is scheduled for Friday, May 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Gallery and Rotunda on the main floor of the Valley Library. This annual spring event celebrates the research accomplishments of graduating Honors students.  Free refreshments are provided with many students on hand to discuss their thesis work, whether complete or still in progress. For more information visit: http://honors.oregonstate.edu/thesis-fair

Grand Opening for the Native American Longhouse – Eena Haws:  Please join us Friday, May 17; the main program begins at 4 p.m. followed by tours and refreshments.  Learn more at http://oregonstate.edu/urm/events/nal

“The Misanthrope:” The Oregon State University Theatre will present Molière’s wild and witty comedy classic “The Misanthrope.” Performances are scheduled May 17-18 at 7:30 p.m. and May 19 at 2 p.m. at OSU’s Withycombe Hall Theater. Tickets for the production are $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors, $8 for students/youth, and $5 for OSU students. For more information or ticket purchases, contact OSU Theatre Box Office 541-737-2784 or purchase tickets online at http://oregonstate.edu/dept/theatre/

OSUAA Community Day of Service, May 18: Join the OSU Alumni Association in giving back to OSU’s hometown during our annual community day of service. On Saturday, May 18 from 9 to noon we will be cleaning various sites around Corvallis. Visit www.osualum.com/service for more information and registration.

Lectures and webinars

NEW! TEK conference: “Resilient Relationships across Cultural and Ecological Landscapes,” Thursday May 16, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Friday, May 17, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. OSU Native American Longhouse. A Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) conference, featuring many tribal wisdom keepers and native scientists.  Full schedule: http://springcreek.oregonstate.edu/

NEW! Research Development Director Candidate Open Campus Forum:  Jennifer Marcy, Thursday, May 16, 1:30 pm, LPSC 402

NEW! TEK conference keynote address: Robin Kimmerer and Gregory Cajete will speak May 16, 7:30 p.m., in the Linus Pauling Science Center room 125.

NEW! TAC Webinar: TAC.FM,  with Mark Dinsmore (TAC) and Stevon Roberts (TAC/CTL).  Drop in on our Friday morning TAC webinars. Each week we will take a look at technologies of interest to teaching faculty at OSU. Check out our program offerings, topics and show notes at http://blogs.oregonstate.edu/tacfm. Fri. May 17, 10-10:50 a.m.. Do drop in: http://oregonstate.adobeconnect.com/tac  (Enter as a guest.)

NEW! 2nd Annual Open Forums on Graduate Education at OSU: Current graduate students are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Open Forums on Graduate Education at OSU project. Two ways to provide feedback, concerns and ideas: 1) Online Survey: www.tinyurl.com/OSUgraduateforum or 2) In-person Forum: Monday,May 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in MU 109. Light refreshments and door prizes provided.

NEW! How to Create a Successful Hybrid Course: Effective Practices and Support - The Center for Teaching and Learning invites faculty to attend this workshop to learn effective practices for hybrid (“blended”) course design and delivery, and to find out how to receive instructional design support and funding from the OSU Center for Teaching and Learning to develop a hybrid course.  Monday, May 20, 3 to 4 p.m., in Milam 215.  For information and registration:   http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/83301/

NEW! Oregon Parenting Education Week seminar series: Join the College of Public Health and Human Sciences’ Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families May 20, 21 and 23 in this year’s seminar series to learn more about parenting education. Schedule: http://health.oregonstate.edu/hallie-ford/oregon-parenting-education-week The events, held in Hallie Ford Center room 115, are free and open to the public.

NEW! Africa Initiative – Climate-Smart Agroforestry in Ethiopia and Kenya.  Join the next  Africa Initiative meeting, Wednesday, May 22, noon to 1 pm. in Heckart Lodge where College of Forestry’s Dr. Badege Bishaw will present a recently completed synthesis paper carried out in partnership with the World Agroforestry Center.  All are welcome.  If you would like to receive future email announcements to Africa Initiative activities and events, please be sure to subscribe to our new listserv.

NEW! LinkedIn’s Higher Education Leader: John Hill, LinkedIn higher education evangelist, is leading an exclusive session with advisors and staff to share best practices and strategies on how you can advise students to utilize LinkedIn to brand and market themselves online, network with alumni and professionals in their field, and leverage their brand and network in the job and internship search.  Thursday, May 23, 11 a.m. to noon, CORD 2113 (Limited seating/room capacity 77). Students are invited to a separate LinkedIn session on May 22 from 6-7 p.m. – ILLC 155

Diet and health conference: The Linus Pauling Institute invites you to the  Diet & Optimum Health Conference  May 16, 17, 18. Public Session:  Whole-Food Approaches to Disease Prevention, Saturday May 18.

Wearable sensors: At the May 16 meeting of Triad, OSU’s faculty and staff club, Patrick Chiang of the College of Engineering will discuss sensors that he has developed for non-invasive health-care monitoring. Triad meets in the MU, room 109A, from noon to 1 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend free of charge and pay $11 if they have lunch. Contact Nick Houtman, 541-737-0783, to save a seat.

Starker Lecture: “Oregon’s Biomass Experience: An Integrated Approach to Forest Biomass,” part of the Oregon State University Starker Lecture series, which is focused this year on the topic: Forest Biomass — Energy and Beyond, will be held Thursday, May 16 at 3:30 p.m. Matt Krumenauer, senior policy analyst with the Oregon Department of Energy, will speak in Richardson Hall, room 107, on the OSU campus. Info: http://starkerlectures.forestry.oregonstate.edu/

WiN Pub Talk: “Do This, Don’t Do That” – Panelists are 3 mobile app/game developers Patrick Thompson or Inkstone Mobile, Chris Skaggs of Soma Games & Code Monkey, and Chris Vanderschuere creator of the iPhone and iPad application Moon+. May 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Corvallis Country Club, $10 at the door or $5 with student ID. http://www.willametteinnovators.com/events

Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013: Critically acclaimed slam poet and performer Carlos Andrés Gómez, will provide the keynote May 16 at 6 p.m. in the MU for OSU’s two day “Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013” May 16-17 in the MU. Join Carlos and other OSU members in “Exploring Masculinities,” and discovering how healthy masculinity can improve our lives. Register for free here to be entered into a drawing for a signed copy of Carlos’ book.

The University Honors College Thesis Fair: Friday, May 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Gallery and Rotunda on the main floor of the Valley Library. This annual spring event celebrates the research accomplishments of graduating Honors students.  Students will be on hand to discuss their thesis work, whether complete or still in progress. Information: http://honors.oregonstate.edu/thesis-fair

Eating-to-Learn WIC Spring Lunch: “Cultural Rhetoric in the Writing Classroom.”  Rebecca Valdovinos (INTO OSU) will discuss how the culture in which students grow up influences their writing.  Rebecca will address this sensitive subject as fundamental to all students’ development as writers in a diverse world.  Register for this seminar here.  May 17, noon to 1 p.m. in Milam 215.

Save the date: Latinos in Oregon: current issues and future challenges: Panelists and community leaders Laura Isiordia, Erlinda Gonzales-Berry, Marcela Mendoza and Consuelo Saragoza will discuss some of the Latin@ community’s issues and challenges. We hope this event to engage students and faculty about research and outreach/engagement opportunities to promote Latin@ well being. This event is sponsored by the Center for Latin@ Studies (CL@SE). May 23, 12:30-1:30 p.m., MU Journey Room. Light refreshments will be served.

NIH SBIR: Applying to the NIH SBIR Phase I Program for First-Time Applicants, June 3 and 4, 5 p.m., PT. RSVP or questions please contact Jianbo at jianbo.hu@oregonstate.edu 7-2366. The NIH SBIR Phase I Program for First-Time Applicants is a very practical step-by-step, four-hour online “How-To” workshop over two evenings to help researchers, faculty members, graduate students, post-docs and entrepreneurs create a SBIR company and apply to the NIH SBIR program in August of 2013.

News for Employees

NEW! Requests for Service of Alcohol at University Events: Risk Management Reminder: Patrick Hughes, Chief Risk Officer at OSU, reminds the campus community that all events where alcohol is served must be registered through the Office of Risk Management. Request must be submitted using the online registration form: http://risk.oregonstate.edu/alcohol-service. Requests must be submitted at least 21 days prior to the event date.

NEW! Day of Caring Service Projects: Friday May 31 Students, staff, and faculty and their children/partners/family members are invited to participate! 10 different service projects are available. Check in will occur between 1 and 1:15 p.m., at Dixon Lower Courts. Projects will run from 2 to 4:30 p.m., May 31. Transportation will be provided. Projects are a collaboration between United Way, HandsOn Willamette, and the Center for Civic Engagement. Pre-registration is required: http://oregonstate.edu/cce/day-caring-2013-service-projects.

NEW! OSU Adopts Eduroam for Roaming Wireless: Information Services is pleased to announce that OSU has joined eduroam, a federated roaming access service for the academic community that enables mobility and collaboration. In plainer terms, eduroam is like a large, worldwide wireless hotspot for higher education. Learn how the OSU community and our peers visiting OSU can use eduroam at oregonstate.edu/is/osu-adopts-eduroam-roaming-wireless.

Rulemaking hearing: Oregon State University will hold a rulemaking hearing on May 28 at 1 p.m., MU 206. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment regarding changes to the University’s Fee Book, as well as updates to the process for requesting use of tables, carts, booths and similar structures for free speech activities.  For more information, including copies of all of the proposed rules, and to make arrangements for accommodations, please contact Beth Giddens at beth.giddens@oregonstate.edu.

Printing and Mailing Services morning closure: Printing and Mailing Services (100 Cascade Hall) will be closed from 9 to 11 a.m. May 16, for an all-staff meeting. We will be open before and after the meeting. Please email Lindsay.middleton@oregonstate.edu if you have any questions.

Motorcycle Visibility Day: The 7th Annual OSU Motorcycle Visibility Day is scheduled for Wednesday, May 29 (parking from 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.) (event from 10 a.m. -4 p.m.) Pre-register to participate at http://tinyurl.com/osumoto2013.  This is your opportunity to park on the Memorial Union Brick Mall without a parking permit and display your ride for others on campus to see. For more information: Rick.DeBellis@oregonstate.edu

Call for 2013 Exemplary Employee Award Nominations:  Do you have a professional faculty or classified employee co-worker who goes above and beyond the call of duty? If you would like to recognize someone in your unit or elsewhere on campus who exemplifies great service to OSU, please review nomination information at:  http://oregonstate.edu/admin/hr/recognition/exemplary.html.  Nomination packets must be submitted to the Office of Human Resources by Friday, May 31.

Reminder: Faculty Senate committees: Submission of Committee Interest Forms are due Monday, May 13 at Noon. The form is online at http://oregonstate.edu/senate/committees/forms/cif/2013/. If you wish to resign from current committee membership, please either contact your committee chair or e-mail vickie.nunnemaker@oregonstate.edu and include your name, the name of the committee from which you wish to resign and your date of resignation. Faculty whose Faculty Senate committee/council terms extend beyond June 30, and are either retiring at the end of spring term or whose 1039-hour appointments end spring term, are no longer eligible to continue serving. If you are not filling a specified emeritus/retired position on the committee/council on which you serve, or if you are unsure, please email vickie.nunnemaker@oregonstate.edu so a determination may be made and/or a replacement identified.

New children’s health center: OSU is considering pursuing an NIEHS/EPA funded Children’s Environmental Health and Disease Prevention Center. The proposed focus is “Interactions between dietary factors and environmental stresses in modulating disease susceptibilities”. The scope of studies will ideally range from mechanistic, model-based systems through population-based studies. Interested persons should write one paragraph that briefly describes i) chemical exposures of interest, ii) children’s health outcome of interest and iii) your area of expertise. Submit to Emily Ho emily.ho@oregonstate.edu by May 29, 9 a.m.

Extended Deadline—Faculty Funding Opportunity:  Apply by May 28.  Funding from the Center for Teaching and Learning of $2,000 per course is available to faculty to participate in a faculty learning community in Fall 2013 and redesign an existing on-campus course in hybrid format with both online and classroom components.  Download request for proposals at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl/grants.

Fixed Term Faculty Survey: We are seeking input from non-administrative faculty members who are unclassified and not on a tenure-track. This includes instructors, research faculty, and professional faculty. Results will provide important information regarding the general climate and working conditions for non-tenure track faculty at OSU. Eligible faculty members should receive an e-mail linking to the confidential survey this week. This survey is sponsored by the Faculty Status Committee of the Faculty Senate and the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). For more information email lcramer@oregonstate.edu.

Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity: The Research Office is accepting applications for the Undergraduate Research, Innovation, Scholarship and Creativity (URISC) program for Fall, Winter and/or Spring term(s) 2013-14. This program supports undergraduate research activities from all academic disciplines within the University. Program description and application: http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/urisc. Information: Debbie Delmore at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu. Submission Deadline: May 13.

Get There! Corvallis 2013: No matter how you get to campus, and beyond, sign up at www.DriveLessConnect.com so you can win prizes! May 4-17, the City of Corvallis and Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments are giving away dozens of gift cards to local favorites like American Dream Pizza, McMenamins, Squirrel’s Tavern, and more, plus a bike, an iPad, and an overnight Coast trip! Track just one trip to be eligible for gift cards, and five to be eligible for grand prizes. Contact: Gregory Wilson, Gregory.Wilson@corvallisoregon.com

Traffic and Maintenance

Memorial Street closure: Due to the Engineering Expo and Robo Palooza event, Memorial Place will be closed May 17, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

26th Street closure: Due to the opening of the new Native American Cultural Center, 26^th street from Intramural and Jefferson street will be closed May 17 from noon to 5 p.m.

Parking lots near Goss: Oregon State University will no longer cover the cost of repairs for damages caused to vehicles parked in the faculty/staff and student lots near Student Legacy Park, Goss Stadium, the Softball Complex, or Patrick Wayne Valley Stadium.  As a result, damage caused by fly/foul balls should be reported to private insurance carriers beginning June 1, 2013.  Signs identifying these parking areas as “park at your own risk” lots will be installed in the coming weeks.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy change, please contact the Office of Risk Management at (541) 737-7252.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Education Program Assistant 2 position for the Extension Family and Community Health Program (FCH) at Oregon State University (OSU). This position will be located in Oregon City. Posting #0010683. Closes May 17.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Closes May 17.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Closes May 17.

The Extension 4-H Youth Development program (4-H), affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences  is accepting applications for one part-time (approximately 16 hours per week), Education Program Assistant 1 position for. This position will be located in Grants Pass, Ore. Posting # 0010635. Closes May 20.

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Office Specialist 2 position for the Polk County office of OSU Extension Service at Oregon State University (OSU). This position is located in Dallas. Posting #0010652. Closes May 21.

Receptionist – Radiation Center invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Office Specialist 1 position. Position will be filled utilizing the OS1 pool applicants. Posting #0010378. Closes May 21.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Trades/Maintenance Coordinator position. Posting #0010615. For full consideration apply by May 7.  Closes May 21.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

Accountant 1, Arts and Sciences Business Center at Oregon State University.  F/T, starting at $3048/monthly + benefits.  Posting # 0010681.   Closing Date: May 26.

The Marion County Extension Services are accepting applications for one part-time, intermittent (approximately 4 hours per week as needed) Office Specialist 1 position. This position will be located in Salem, Oregon. Posting # 0010691. Closes May 27.

This recruitment will be used to fill one part time (approximately 18 hours per week) appointment as an Education Program Assistant 2 for the Oregon Open Campus Program in Crook County at Oregon State University (OSU). This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 2 years from the appointment begin date. This position will be located in Prineville, Oregon. Posting # 0010695. Closes May 27.

The Extension Morrow County Office invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term 4-H Program Coordinator position.  Reappointment is at the discretion of the 4-H/FCH Program Leader and the Columbia Plateau Regional Administrator.  This position is located in Heppner, Oregon. Posting #0010666. Closes May 27.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

E-Campus Instructor.  Department of Zoology invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, E-campus instructor.  Posting # 0010647. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

Quality Assurance Program Manager – Business Affairs invites applications for a part-time (.50 FTE), 12-month, Quality Assurance Program Manager position. Posting #0010670. Closes June 3.

Professional and Non-Credit Education (PNE) is accepting applications for one full-time Analyst Programmer, competency level 1. Posting # 0010697. Closes June 2.

Extended Campus invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE),  12-month, fixed-term Print/Interactive Design Manager position. Posting # 0010693. Closes June 2.

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 12-month, professorial faculty position in the College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences at Oregon State University. This position will serve Malheur County. Malheur County is located in the southeastern portion of Oregon and almost 10,000 square miles of primarily rangeland. This position is 0.75 FTE tenure-track and 0.25 FTE recurring fixed-term funding. Posting #0010665. Closes June 10.

Oregon State University Extension Service – Marion County is looking for an AmeriCorps member to recruit and train college students as mentors to youth grades 7 through 12. The Mentor Development & Youth Retention Project Coordinator would work in Salem. For more information: Dan Hoynacki,  503-551-3455, Dan.hoynacki@oregonstate.edu.

The Department of Pre-College Programs invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Coordinator position. Posting #0010678. Closes June 14. Full consideration date is May 31.

Be Well Today

Overindulging isn’t always a good thing, but when it comes to physical activity, some is better than none, and more is even better.  And if we’re going to do more of something, shouldn’t it be fun? On campus, there are plenty of ways to make activity fun. Here are a few: Beaver Strides, Faculty/Staff Fitness and Dixon Recreation Center .

Weather

Corvallis: It’s Wednesday and we’re all feeling a little spacey. But the weekend’s coming, and so is rain. Chance of rain today, with a chance of showers for the rest of the week. High today of 67 with a low of 49.

Central Oregon: Mostly cloudy today with a high of 65 and a low of 41. Chance of showers tomorrow.

Newport: Rain today. High of 57, low of 42. Chance of showers tomorrow.

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

A new study out of Oregon State University suggests that overgrazing could be helping an invasive grass to flourish. That differs from previous studies that have found grazing can better manage that plant — cheatgrass — which threatens rangeland habitat. (see also LA Times)

OSU Pres. Ed Ray challenges you to support OSU-Cascades (Portland Business Journal)

Edward Ray, president of Oregon State University, announced that the OCF has committed $500,000 in the form of two challenge grants to support the campus expansion if private supporters contribute an equal amount by the end of 2013. Ray made the announcement during his State of the University address in Bend. (see also KTVZ)

Experts in diet, nutrition, convene at Oregon State University (Oregonian)

The session, from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 18, atCH2M Hill Alumni Center at Oregon State University, is part of the ”Diet and Optimum Health” conference, sponsored by the Linus Pauling Institute at OSU. (see also Statesman Journal)

Starting business knowledge (Gazette-Times)

Akili King wishes he had been equipped with business knowledge back in 1997 when the San Francisco 49ers signed him as an undrafted free agent. He left Oregon State University without a degree in pursuit of a professional football career and a fat paycheck. He was dumbfounded when he didn’t make the final cut at training camp and wasn’t named to the team roster.

Oregon crops may be at greater risk this year from invasive fruit fly (Oregonian)

Remember spotted wingDrosophila, the crop-killing fruit fly that showed up in Oregon about four years ago? Researchers at Oregon State University, who’ve been trying to kill it or control it ever since,say a mild winter and sunny spring may have laid the groundwork for severe problems this summer.

Story Next Door: Cuba bound (Gazette-Times)

This summer a new study abroad program will send 15 students from Oregon State University, the University of Oregon and Portland State University to Cuba for two weeks. For Tawny Garcia, the experience will will have a special significance. Garcia is a Cuban-American and an OSU senior. She will visit Cuba for the first time as a part of the Oregon University System program.

Agencies prepare for intense Oregon wildfire season (Statesman Journal)

Kathie Dello, deputy director of the Oregon Climate Service at Oregon State University, said most of Oregon is under severe fire danger for wildfire season because of the drought. The western part of the state, with its lush climate, is not always at a high risk, but lack of precipitation has led to a combination of dry ground and low snowpack levels.

OSU Beavers across nation gear up for day of service this Saturday (Albany Tribune)

Oregon State University volunteers from across the nation will gather in their communities this Saturday to show their Beaver spirit through the annual OSU Community Day of Service.

How to land a fundraising job in today’s market (Chronicle of Philanthropy)

Jeff Comfort is vice president for principal gifts and gift planning for the Oregon State University Foundation. He joined the foundation earlier this year, after overseeing university-wide gift planning at Georgetown University. During his tenure at Georgetown, the university took in more than $500-million in cash and pledges.

Insight: Long-term nitrogen trends in pristine streams (Environmental Research Web)

Researchers at Oregon State University, US, have analysed over 500 years’ worth of nitrate and ammonium data from a number of streams across the US. Even near-pristine streams can be affected by nitrate pollution, the study revealed – a finding that will be important for better managing and protecting water resources in the future.

Today

“Letting God In To The Public Sphere: On The Dangers Of ‘Covenant Theology’ In Judaism:” A talk by Martin Kavka of Florida State University, will be held Tuesday, May 14 at noon in Milam Hall, room 301. Kavka will show that the Jewish tradition contains strands in its sacred writings that show a way past contemporary battles about the proper place of religion in public.

Corvallis Climate Change Impacts Community Seminar Series: Brad St. Clair of the USDA FS will speak on “Adaptation of Forest Trees to Climate Change,” May 14, 2 to 2:50 p.m., ALS 4000.

“Bricks and Mortar Optional:  21^st Century Laboratory Learning” STEM seminar:  Laboratory Learning is an iconic component of secondary and collegiate level science courses, but practice and instruction in this arena are changing. One of the most dramatic transitions in laboratory instruction is the use of distance delivery (a.k.a. e-learning) approaches which present unique challenges and require innovation to match and potentially exceed learning outcomes of a bricks and mortar lab with the added benefit of improving accessibility of science education. May 14, 4 to 5 p.m., Kidder 202 and live streaming at http://live.oregonstate.edu. More info at http://stem.science.oregonstate.edu/events

Upcoming Events

NEW! Annual Salmon Bake: On Wednesday, May 15, the 15th annual Salmon Bake will be held in the MU Quad from noon to 3 p.m.

NEW! Strategic plan forums: OSU Strategic Plan steering committee will be conducting seven open forums over the next few weeks to solicit input for Strategic Plan III.  The first forum will be for the Division of Systems Science.  It will be held this Thursday May 16, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the Memorial Union Journey Room.  Click here for discussion questions and dates of other forums.

NEW! “Please Don’t Talk About Me When I’m Gone” A Farewell Concert of Cabaret and Musical Theatre, featuring Dr. Brad Townsend, OSU Director of Athletic Bands. The free, public event will be held at the Memorial Union, on Wednesday, May 15, 8 p.m.

NEW! Grand Opening for the Native American Longhouse – Eena Haws:  Please join us Friday, May 17; the main program begins at 4 p.m. followed by tours and refreshments.  Learn more at http://oregonstate.edu/urm/events/nal

Afternoon Public Sale at the OSUsed Store: The OSUsed Store is open for its public sale Wednesday, noon to 3 p.m. at 644 SW 13th Street. Personal purchases must be made during public sales. Departments may shop 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, or during public sales on Wednesdays. For more information, visit our website.

Save the date! Celebrating Undergraduate Excellence- OSU Undergrads will be presenting the projects they’ve created, the research they’ve conducted, and the things they’ve invented in the MU Quad on Tues, May 21 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Come see their creative accomplishments!   This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Engineering Expo: The 14th annual Engineering Expo, featuring student projects that range from across all engineering disciplines, will be held Friday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kelley Engineering Center. The senior design showcase with more than 150 student-built projects is combined with a “Robo*Palooza,” and the event is free and open to the public.

The University Honors College Thesis Fair is scheduled for Friday, May 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Gallery and Rotunda on the main floor of the Valley Library. This annual spring event celebrates the research accomplishments of graduating Honors students.  Free refreshments are provided with many students on hand to discuss their thesis work, whether complete or still in progress. For more information visit: http://honors.oregonstate.edu/thesis-fair

Lectures and webinars

NEW! Center for Genome Research and Biocomputing Seminar:  Eric Selker, The Institute of Molecular Biology, University of Oregon, will present a seminar “Genome defense, gene silencing and epigenetic dynamics in Neurospora” on Wednesday, May 15, 3:30 p.m. in Agricultural & Life Sciences Bldg 4001.

NEW! Wearable sensors: At the May 16 meeting of Triad, OSU’s faculty and staff club, Patrick Chiang of the College of Engineering will discuss sensors that he has developed for non-invasive health-care monitoring. Triad meets in the MU, room 109A, from noon to 1 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend free of charge and pay $11 if they have lunch. Contact Nick Houtman, 541-737-0783, to save a seat.

NEW! WiN Pub Talk: “Do This, Don’t Do That” – Panelists are 3 mobile app/game developers Patrick Thompson or Inkstone Mobile, Chris Skaggs of Soma Games & Code Monkey, and Chris Vanderschuere creator of the iPhone and iPad application Moon+. May 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Corvallis Country Club, $10 at the door or $5 with student ID. http://www.willametteinnovators.com/events

NEW! Eating-to-Learn WIC Spring Lunch: “Cultural Rhetoric in the Writing Classroom.”  Rebecca Valdovinos (INTO OSU) will discuss how the culture in which students grow up influences their writing.  Rebecca will address this sensitive subject as fundamental to all students’ development as writers in a diverse world.  Register for this seminar here.  May 17, noon to 1 p.m. in Milam 215.

NEW! Diet and health conference: The Linus Pauling Institute invites you to the  Diet & Optimum Health Conference  May 16, 17, 18. Public Session:  Whole-Food Approaches to Disease Prevention, Saturday May 18.

NEW! Save the date: Latinos in Oregon: current issues and future challenges: Panelists and community leaders Laura Isiordia, Erlinda Gonzales-Berry, Marcela Mendoza and Consuelo Saragoza will discuss some of the Latin@ community’s issues and challenges. We hope this event to engage students and faculty about research and outreach/engagement opportunities to promote Latin@ well being. This event is sponsored by the Center for Latin@ Studies (CL@SE). May 23, 12:30-1:30 p.m., MU Journey Room. Light refreshments will be served.

Environmental & Molecular Toxicology Special Seminar: Peter S. Spencer, PhD, FANA, FRCPath, Professor of Neurology, Oregon Health & Science University –“Genotoxic Triggers of Neurodegenerative Disease”  at noon on Wednesday, May 15, in 4001 Ag Life Sciences.

TAC Webinar: Using Social Media in the Classroom, with Kimmy Hescock (TAC). Social media (Facebook, Twitter, G+, etc.) permeates many aspects of our daily lives, so why not the classroom as well? This webinar touches on the use of social media in higher education today and offers some ideas of how you might utilize it in your own classes.  Wed. May 15, 2-2:50 p.m.  Register here:  http://is.gd/9yBC0q

SPEAKER CHANGE! Department of Fisheries and Wildlife seminars: Stephanie Green, David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellow, Department of Zoology, OSU, will speak on “Reconciling invasion processes and conservation action: Functional eradication as a framework for invasive species control in marine protected areas.” May 15, Nash 206, 4 p.m.

Transgender discussion: Transgender Awareness as a Component of an Inclusive Community.  Reading and Open talk with Jennifer Finney Boylan, author of best-selling memoir “She’s Not There.” May 15, 7 to 9 p.m., C&E, LaSells Stewart Center. Free to the public.  https://www.facebook.com/events/183530985129636/

Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013: Critically acclaimed slam poet and performer Carlos Andrés Gómez, will provide the keynote May 16 at 6 p.m. in the MU for OSU’s two day “Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013” May 16-17 in the MU. Join Carlos and other OSU members in “Exploring Masculinities,” and discovering how healthy masculinity can improve our lives. Register for free here to be entered into a drawing for a signed copy of Carlos’ book.

Starker Lecture: “Oregon’s Biomass Experience: An Integrated Approach to Forest Biomass,” part of the Oregon State University Starker Lecture series, which is focused this year on the topic: Forest Biomass — Energy and Beyond, will be held Thursday, May 16 at 3:30 p.m. Matt Krumenauer, senior policy analyst with the Oregon Department of Energy, will speak in Richardson Hall, room 107, on the OSU campus. Info: http://starkerlectures.forestry.oregonstate.edu/

Distinguished Professor Lecture: Joseph Beckman, Distinguished Professor, Biochemistry and Biophysics will speak Tues., May 21, 9 a.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “The Linus Pauling Institute and the Environmental Health Sciences Center:  Why study ALS at OSU?” The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Distinguished Professor Lecture: Thomas Dietterich, Distinguished Professor, Computer Science will speak Tues., May 21, 2 p.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “Computer Science, Machine Learning, and the Pursuit of Knowledge”. The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

News for Employees

Printing and Mailing Services morning closure: Printing and Mailing Services (100 Cascade Hall) will be closed from 9 to 11 a.m. May 16, for an all-staff meeting. We will be open before and after the meeting. Please email Lindsay.middleton@oregonstate.edu if you have any questions.

Motorcycle Visibility Day: The 7th Annual OSU Motorcycle Visibility Day is scheduled for Wednesday, May 29 (parking from 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.) (event from 10 a.m. -4 p.m.) Pre-register to participate at http://tinyurl.com/osumoto2013.  This is your opportunity to park on the Memorial Union Brick Mall without a parking permit and display your ride for others on campus to see. For more information: Rick.DeBellis@oregonstate.edu

Call for 2013 Exemplary Employee Award Nominations:  Do you have a professional faculty or classified employee co-worker who goes above and beyond the call of duty? If you would like to recognize someone in your unit or elsewhere on campus who exemplifies great service to OSU, please review nomination information at:  http://oregonstate.edu/admin/hr/recognition/exemplary.html.  Nomination packets must be submitted to the Office of Human Resources by Friday, May 31.

Reminder: Faculty Senate committees: Submission of Committee Interest Forms are due Monday, May 13 at Noon. The form is online at http://oregonstate.edu/senate/committees/forms/cif/2013/. If you wish to resign from current committee membership, please either contact your committee chair or e-mail vickie.nunnemaker@oregonstate.edu and include your name, the name of the committee from which you wish to resign and your date of resignation. Faculty whose Faculty Senate committee/council terms extend beyond June 30, and are either retiring at the end of spring term or whose 1039-hour appointments end spring term, are no longer eligible to continue serving. If you are not filling a specified emeritus/retired position on the committee/council on which you serve, or if you are unsure, please email vickie.nunnemaker@oregonstate.edu so a determination may be made and/or a replacement identified.

New children’s health center: OSU is considering pursuing an NIEHS/EPA funded Children’s Environmental Health and Disease Prevention Center. The proposed focus is “Interactions between dietary factors and environmental stresses in modulating disease susceptibilities”. The scope of studies will ideally range from mechanistic, model-based systems through population-based studies. Interested persons should write one paragraph that briefly describes i) chemical exposures of interest, ii) children’s health outcome of interest and iii) your area of expertise. Submit to Emily Ho emily.ho@oregonstate.edu by May 29, 9 a.m.

Extended Deadline—Faculty Funding Opportunity:  Apply by May 28.  Funding from the Center for Teaching and Learning of $2,000 per course is available to faculty to participate in a faculty learning community in Fall 2013 and redesign an existing on-campus course in hybrid format with both online and classroom components.  Download request for proposals at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl/grants.

Fixed Term Faculty Survey: We are seeking input from non-administrative faculty members who are unclassified and not on a tenure-track. This includes instructors, research faculty, and professional faculty. Results will provide important information regarding the general climate and working conditions for non-tenure track faculty at OSU. Eligible faculty members should receive an e-mail linking to the confidential survey this week. This survey is sponsored by the Faculty Status Committee of the Faculty Senate and the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). For more information email lcramer@oregonstate.edu.

Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity: The Research Office is accepting applications for the Undergraduate Research, Innovation, Scholarship and Creativity (URISC) program for Fall, Winter and/or Spring term(s) 2013-14. This program supports undergraduate research activities from all academic disciplines within the University. Program description and application: http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/urisc. Information: Debbie Delmore at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu. Submission Deadline: May 13.

Get There! Corvallis 2013: No matter how you get to campus, and beyond, sign up at www.DriveLessConnect.com so you can win prizes! May 4-17, the City of Corvallis and Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments are giving away dozens of gift cards to local favorites like American Dream Pizza, McMenamins, Squirrel’s Tavern, and more, plus a bike, an iPad, and an overnight Coast trip! Track just one trip to be eligible for gift cards, and five to be eligible for grand prizes. Contact: Gregory Wilson, Gregory.Wilson@corvallisoregon.com

Call for 2013 Commencement Volunteers: Over 50 volunteers are needed to serve as information specialists and assist guests during this year’s Commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 15 at Reser Stadium. Commencement volunteers play an important service and public relations role. Sign up online at https://conferences.bus.oregonstate.edu/Conference/commencement-volunteer/registration Additional information can be found online at http://oregonstate.edu/events/commencement/volunteers

2013 Commencement Human Interest Stories: In an attempt to personalize the Commencement Ceremony, President Ray has requested that we include 3-4 human interest stories of personal achievement of our graduating students in his Commencement address. There are many untold stories of personal achievement and great accomplishments of our students. Please submit these stories no later than Monday, May 13, to Kavinda Arthenayake at Kavinda@oregonstate.edu

RecSports Half Term Memberships: Purchase your Half-Term RecSports Memberships beginning Monday, May 13! Memberships are valid through June 28. A Half-Term Membership costs only $41 for Faculty, Staff, Domestic Partners, Spouses and Dependents and $34 for Student Affiliates/Dependents. Contact Ali Casqueiro, Membership Coordinator, for more information. 

Traffic and Maintenance

Memorial Street closure: Due to the Engineering Expo and Robo Palooza event, Memorial Place will be closed May 17, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

26th Street closure: Due to the opening of the new Native American Cultural Center, 26^th street from Intramural and Jefferson street will be closed May 17 from noon to 5 p.m.

Parking lots near Goss: Oregon State University will no longer cover the cost of repairs for damages caused to vehicles parked in the faculty/staff and student lots near Student Legacy Park, Goss Stadium, the Softball Complex, or Patrick Wayne Valley Stadium.  As a result, damage caused by fly/foul balls should be reported to private insurance carriers beginning June 1, 2013.  Signs identifying these parking areas as “park at your own risk” lots will be installed in the coming weeks.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy change, please contact the Office of Risk Management at (541) 737-7252.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Education Program Assistant 2 position for the Extension Family and Community Health Program (FCH) at Oregon State University (OSU). This position will be located in Oregon City. Posting #0010683. Closes May 17.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Closes May 17.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Closes May 17.

The Extension 4-H Youth Development program (4-H), affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences  is accepting applications for one part-time (approximately 16 hours per week), Education Program Assistant 1 position for. This position will be located in Grants Pass, Ore. Posting # 0010635. Closes May 20.

Receptionist – Radiation Center invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Office Specialist 1 position. Position will be filled utilizing the OS1 pool applicants. Posting #0010378. Closes May 21.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Trades/Maintenance Coordinator position. Posting #0010615. For full consideration apply by May 7.  Closes May 21.

Quality Assurance Program Manager – Business Affairs invites applications for a part-time (.50 FTE), 12-month, Quality Assurance Program Manager position. Posting #0010670. Closes May 24.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

The Extension Morrow County Office invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term 4-H Program Coordinator position.  Reappointment is at the discretion of the 4-H/FCH Program Leader and the Columbia Plateau Regional Administrator.  This position is located in Heppner, Oregon. Posting #0010666. Closes May 27.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

E-Campus Instructor.  Department of Zoology invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, E-campus instructor.  Posting # 0010647. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

Extended Campus invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE),  12-month, fixed-term Print/Interactive Design Manager position. Posting # 0010693. Closes June 2.

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 12-month, professorial faculty position in the College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences at Oregon State University. This position will serve Malheur County. Malheur County is located in the southeastern portion of Oregon and almost 10,000 square miles of primarily rangeland. This position is 0.75 FTE tenure-track and 0.25 FTE recurring fixed-term funding. Posting #0010665. Closes June 10

The Department of Pre-College Programs invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Coordinator position. Posting #0010678. Closes June 14. Full consideration date is May 31.

Weather

Corvallis: “Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds, wake in the day to find that it was vanity: but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act on their dreams with open eyes, to make them possible.”- T.E. Lawrence. We’ll have partly sunny skies today and a high of 70, with clouds gathering tonight as the low dips to 46. Slight chance of rain tomorrow.

Central Oregon: Mostly sunny today with a high of 63 and a low tonight of 36. A little cloudier tomorrow.

Newport: Foggy and then sunny with a high of 59. Slight chance of rain tonight with a low of47.

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

Oregon State University President Ed Ray is in Central Oregon Monday for the opening of a new state-of-the-air biomechanics laboratory. The facility will help researchers study human movement and improve strategies for treating injuries.

Drought monitor: 91 percent of Oregon abnormally dry (KVAL)

“We’ve seen some pretty drastic swings from very wet to very dry over the past year,” said Oregon State University’s Kathie Dello, who is the deputy director of the Oregon Climate Service at OSU. “The whole West Coast has been abnormally dry. We’ve had some strong high pressure ridging, which means the storm track is sent to our north. (see also KTVZ)

Trees looking a little haggard? Blame it on drought stress (KATU)

“My best explanation is drought stress,” said Brad Withrow-Robinson, a forester with the Oregon State University Extension. “We had a pretty hard end of summer last year – no rain until mid-October – then boom! It was winter.” (see also OregonLive)

Climber’s spirit lives on at OSU (Statesman Journal)

A graduate of Oregon State University, Unsoeld later served on the faculty of the Department of Religion and Philosophy at Oregon State before taking a leave of absence to join the Peace Corps and embarking upon his historic trek.

‘One World. One humanity.’ (Gazette-Times)

Maitripa College in Portland — where Oregon State University philosophy associate professor James Blumenthal is a founding faculty member — is the host of the Dalai Lama’s visit to Oregon.

Fruit fly predictions have farmers anxious (Spokesman-Review)

Researchers at Oregon State University are predicting record levels of the invasive pest, which wreaks havoc on blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, cherries, peaches, prunes and other popular fruits. (see also KGW, NW Cable News)

Oregon lawmakers seem receptive to OSU-Cascades expansion plan (Republic)

Oregon State University-Cascades has the authority to expand into a four-year school, but it still needs the money.

Predator and prey, a delicate dance (New York Times)

An opinion piece by Michael P. Nelson, an environmental ethicist at Oregon State University, and John A. Vucetich population biologist and Rolf O. Peterson wildlife ecologist, both at Michigan Tech.

OSU President Ed Ray, PSU’s Wim Wiewel both made more than half a million dollars, study says (Oregonian)

A new study says Oregon State University President Ed Ray was the nation’s 20th highest-paid public university president in 2011-12, with total compensation topping $700,000. But that finding, released Sunday evening by the Chronicle of Higher Education, is wrong, university officials say.

Lesser-known Pauling legacy is Science Pub topic (Gazette-Times)

Linus Pauling’s research into vitamin C might be what the public remembers most about his legacy, but the Oregon State University graduate and two-time Nobel Prize winner is better known among scientists for his insights into chemistry and its application to medicine.

Oregon chancellor worries about affordability (Mail Tribune)

The interim chancellor of the Oregon University system says she’s worried that continuous tuition increases are going to stop enrollment growth at Oregon’s public universities.

Gary Payton named Grand Marshall of Seafair Torchlight Parade (Seattle Times)

Payton, an Oregon State University graduate, was the second overall pick in the 1990 NBA Draft and played 13 years for the Sonics.

Today

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“The Ecology of Plastic Marine Debris: Life in the ‘Plastisphere’:” A talk by Erik Zettler from Sea Education Association and Woods Hole, will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, May 13. The free, public event will be held in Burt Hall, room 193.

Julie Green lecture: “The Last Supper,” a lecture by Oregon State University art faculty Julie Green, will be held on Monday, May 13, at 4 p.m. in the Autzen House, 811 S.W. Jefferson Ave. Green will discuss her ongoing art project to paint last meal requests of death row inmates.

Fantasy & Religion: The Religious Studies group will be hosting a casual discussion about religious themes in fantasy literature for OSU students and faculty.   The conversation will include the Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, Harry Potter, His Dark Materials, Hunger Games, etc.  Milam Hall, Room 301, Mon. May 13, 4 p.m.

Corvallis Science Pub: Chris Petersen of the Valley Library and Steve Lawson of the Linus Pauling Institute on the Pauling legacy and current research. May 13, 6 to 8 p.m. in the Old World Deli, 341 2nd St. in Corvallis.

Publication party: Join Judy Li and Peg Herring for an evening of discovery as we celebrate the publication of  Ellie’s Log: Exploring the Forest Where the Great Tree Fell, a new book for children published by OSU Press.  May 13, 7 p.m., Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe. The forest and animals in the book are based on those found at the H. J. Andrews Experimental Forest, where stream ecologist Judy Li has conducted much research.

“Why Does J.K. Rowling Quote The Bible?:” A talk by Martin Kavka of Florida State University, will argue that J.K. Rowling offers her readers a more worldly and life-affirming sort of Christianity than previous British fantasy literature had provided. The free, public event will be held at the International Living Learning Center, room 155, on Monday, May 13 at 7 p.m.

Upcoming Events

NEW! Afternoon Public Sale at the OSUsed Store: The OSUsed Store is open for its public sale Wednesday, noon to 3 p.m. at 644 SW 13th Street. Personal purchases must be made during public sales. Departments may shop 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, or during public sales on Wednesdays. For more information, visit our website.

NEW! Save the date! Celebrating Undergraduate Excellence- OSU Undergrads will be presenting the projects they’ve created, the research they’ve conducted, and the things they’ve invented in the MU Quad on Tues, May 21 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Come see their creative accomplishments!   This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Engineering Expo: The 14th annual Engineering Expo, featuring student projects that range from across all engineering disciplines, will be held Friday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kelley Engineering Center. The senior design showcase with more than 150 student-built projects is combined with a “Robo*Palooza,” and the event is free and open to the public.

The University Honors College Thesis Fair is scheduled for Friday, May 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Gallery and Rotunda on the main floor of the Valley Library. This annual spring event celebrates the research accomplishments of graduating Honors students.  Free refreshments are provided with many students on hand to discuss their thesis work, whether complete or still in progress. For more information visit: http://honors.oregonstate.edu/thesis-fair

Lectures and webinars

NEW! Corvallis Climate Change Impacts Community Seminar Series: Brad St. Clair of the USDA FS will speak on “Adaptation of Forest Trees to Climate Change,” May 14, 2 to 2:50 p.m., ALS 4000.

NEW! Environmental & Molecular Toxicology Special Seminar: Peter S. Spencer, PhD, FANA, FRCPath, Professor of Neurology, Oregon Health & Science University –“Genotoxic Triggers of Neurodegenerative Disease”  at noon on Wednesday, May 15, in 4001 Ag Life Sciences.

NEW! TAC Webinar: Using Social Media in the Classroom, with Kimmy Hescock (TAC). Social media (Facebook, Twitter, G+, etc.) permeates many aspects of our daily lives, so why not the classroom as well? This webinar touches on the use of social media in higher education today and offers some ideas of how you might utilize it in your own classes.  Wed. May 15, 2-2:50 p.m.  Register here:  http://is.gd/9yBC0q

NEW! Department of Fisheries and Wildlife seminars: John Schmidt, USGS, Grand Canyon: A Watershed Perspective on Restoring the Colorado River. Subject to federal budget sequestration constraints. May 15, Nash 206, 4 p.m.

NEW! Starker Lecture: “Oregon’s Biomass Experience: An Integrated Approach to Forest Biomass,” part of the Oregon State University Starker Lecture series, which is focused this year on the topic: Forest Biomass — Energy and Beyond, will be held Thursday, May 16 at 3:30 p.m. Matt Krumenauer, senior policy analyst with the Oregon Department of Energy, will speak in Richardson Hall, room 107, on the OSU campus. Info: http://starkerlectures.forestry.oregonstate.edu/

“Letting God In To The Public Sphere: On The Dangers Of ‘Covenant Theology’ In Judaism:” A talk by Martin Kavka of Florida State University, will be held Tuesday, May 14 at noon in Milam Hall, room 301. Kavka will show that the Jewish tradition contains strands in its sacred writings that show a way past contemporary battles about the proper place of religion in public.

STEM seminar:  Laboratory Learning is an iconic component of secondary and collegiate level science courses, but practice and instruction in this arena are changing. One of the most dramatic transitions in laboratory instruction is the use of distance delivery (a.k.a. e-learning) approaches which present unique challenges and require innovation to match and potentially exceed learning outcomes of a bricks and mortar lab with the added benefit of improving accessibility of science education. May 14, 4 to 5 p.m., Kidder 202 and live streaming at http://live.oregonstate.edu. More info at http://stem.science.oregonstate.edu/events

Transgender discussion: Transgender Awareness as a Component of an Inclusive Community.  Reading and Open talk with Jennifer Finney Boylan, author of best-selling memoir “She’s Not There.” May 15, 7 to 9 p.m., C&E, LaSells Stewart Center. Free to the public.  https://www.facebook.com/events/183530985129636/

Distinguished Professor Lecture: Joseph Beckman, Distinguished Professor, Biochemistry and Biophysics will speak Tues., May 21, 9 a.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “The Linus Pauling Institute and the Environmental Health Sciences Center:  Why study ALS at OSU?” The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

News for Employees

NEW! Printing and Mailing Services morning closure: Printing and Mailing Services (100 Cascade Hall) will be closed from 9 to 11 p.m. May 16, for an all-staff meeting. We will be open before and after the meeting. Please email Lindsay.middleton@oregonstate.edu if you have any questions.

NEW! Motorcycle Visibility Day: The 7th Annual OSU Motorcycle Visibility Day is scheduled for Wednesday, May 29 (parking from 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.) (event from 10 a.m. -4 p.m.) Pre-register to participate at http://tinyurl.com/osumoto2013.  This is your opportunity to park on the Memorial Union Brick Mall without a parking permit and display your ride for others on campus to see. For more information: Rick.DeBellis@oregonstate.edu

NEW! Call for 2013 Exemplary Employee Award Nominations:  Do you have a professional faculty or classified employee co-worker who goes above and beyond the call of duty? If you would like to recognize someone in your unit or elsewhere on campus who exemplifies great service to OSU, please review nomination information at:  http://oregonstate.edu/admin/hr/recognition/exemplary.html.  Nomination packets must be submitted to the Office of Human Resources by Friday, May 31.

Reminder: Faculty Senate committees: Submission of Committee Interest Forms are due Monday, May 13 at Noon. The form is online at http://oregonstate.edu/senate/committees/forms/cif/2013/. If you wish to resign from current committee membership, please either contact your committee chair or e-mail vickie.nunnemaker@oregonstate.edu and include your name, the name of the committee from which you wish to resign and your date of resignation. Faculty whose Faculty Senate committee/council terms extend beyond June 30, and are either retiring at the end of spring term or whose 1039-hour appointments end spring term, are no longer eligible to continue serving. If you are not filling a specified emeritus/retired position on the committee/council on which you serve, or if you are unsure, please email vickie.nunnemaker@oregonstate.edu so a determination may be made and/or a replacement identified.

New children’s health center: OSU is considering pursuing an NIEHS/EPA funded Children’s Environmental Health and Disease Prevention Center. The proposed focus is “Interactions between dietary factors and environmental stresses in modulating disease susceptibilities”. The scope of studies will ideally range from mechanistic, model-based systems through population-based studies. Interested persons should write one paragraph that briefly describes i) chemical exposures of interest, ii) children’s health outcome of interest and iii) your area of expertise. Submit to Emily Ho emily.ho@oregonstate.edu by May 29, 9 a.m.

Extended Deadline—Faculty Funding Opportunity:  Apply by May 28.  Funding from the Center for Teaching and Learning of $2,000 per course is available to faculty to participate in a faculty learning community in Fall 2013 and redesign an existing on-campus course in hybrid format with both online and classroom components.  Download request for proposals at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl/grants.

Fixed Term Faculty Survey: We are seeking input from non-administrative faculty members who are unclassified and not on a tenure-track. This includes instructors, research faculty, and professional faculty. Results will provide important information regarding the general climate and working conditions for non-tenure track faculty at OSU. Eligible faculty members should receive an e-mail linking to the confidential survey this week. This survey is sponsored by the Faculty Status Committee of the Faculty Senate and the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). For more information email lcramer@oregonstate.edu.

Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity: The Research Office is accepting applications for the Undergraduate Research, Innovation, Scholarship and Creativity (URISC) program for Fall, Winter and/or Spring term(s) 2013-14. This program supports undergraduate research activities from all academic disciplines within the University. Program description and application: http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/urisc. Information: Debbie Delmore at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu. Submission Deadline: May 13.

Get There! Corvallis 2013: No matter how you get to campus, and beyond, sign up at www.DriveLessConnect.com so you can win prizes! May 4-17, the City of Corvallis and Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments are giving away dozens of gift cards to local favorites like American Dream Pizza, McMenamins, Squirrel’s Tavern, and more, plus a bike, an iPad, and an overnight Coast trip! Track just one trip to be eligible for gift cards, and five to be eligible for grand prizes. Contact: Gregory Wilson, Gregory.Wilson@corvallisoregon.com

Call for 2013 Commencement Volunteers: Over 50 volunteers are needed to serve as information specialists and assist guests during this year’s Commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 15 at Reser Stadium. Commencement volunteers play an important service and public relations role. Sign up online at https://conferences.bus.oregonstate.edu/Conference/commencement-volunteer/registration Additional information can be found online at http://oregonstate.edu/events/commencement/volunteers

2013 Commencement Human Interest Stories: In an attempt to personalize the Commencement Ceremony, President Ray has requested that we include 3-4 human interest stories of personal achievement of our graduating students in his Commencement address. There are many untold stories of personal achievement and great accomplishments of our students. Please submit these stories no later than Monday, May 13, to Kavinda Arthenayake at Kavinda@oregonstate.edu

RecSports Half Term Memberships: Purchase your Half-Term RecSports Memberships beginning Monday, May 13! Memberships are valid through June 28. A Half-Term Membership costs only $41 for Faculty, Staff, Domestic Partners, Spouses and Dependents and $34 for Student Affiliates/Dependents. Contact Ali Casqueiro, Membership Coordinator, for more information. 

Traffic and Maintenance

Parking lots near Goss: Oregon State University will no longer cover the cost of repairs for damages caused to vehicles parked in the faculty/staff and student lots near Student Legacy Park, Goss Stadium, the Softball Complex, or Patrick Wayne Valley Stadium.  As a result, damage caused by fly/foul balls should be reported to private insurance carriers beginning June 1, 2013.  Signs identifying these parking areas as “park at your own risk” lots will be installed in the coming weeks.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy change, please contact the Office of Risk Management at (541) 737-7252.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

College of Veterinary Teaching Hospital invites applications for 1.0 FTE Veterinary Animal Attendant.  Posting # 0010636. Closes May 13.

The Office of Admissions is accepting applications for one full-time Office Specialist 2 position. Posting #0010616. Closes May 13.

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Education Program Assistant 2 position for the Extension Family and Community Health Program (FCH) at Oregon State University (OSU). This position will be located in Oregon City. Posting #0010683. Closes May 17.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Closes May 17.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Closes May 17.

The Extension 4-H Youth Development program (4-H), affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences  is accepting applications for one part-time (approximately 16 hours per week), Education Program Assistant 1 position for. This position will be located in Grants Pass, Ore. Posting # 0010635. Closes May 20.

Receptionist – Radiation Center invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Office Specialist 1 position. Position will be filled utilizing the OS1 pool applicants. Posting #0010378. Closes May 21.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Trades/Maintenance Coordinator position. Posting #0010615. For full consideration apply by May 7.  Closes May 21.

Quality Assurance Program Manager – Business Affairs invites applications for a part-time (.50 FTE), 12-month, Quality Assurance Program Manager position. Posting #0010670. Closes May 24.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

The Extension Morrow County Office invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term 4-H Program Coordinator position.  Reappointment is at the discretion of the 4-H/FCH Program Leader and the Columbia Plateau Regional Administrator.  This position is located in Heppner, Oregon. Posting #0010666. Closes May 27.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

The College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 12-month, professorial faculty position in the College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences at Oregon State University. This position will serve Malheur County. Malheur County is located in the southeastern portion of Oregon and almost 10,000 square miles of primarily rangeland. This position is 0.75 FTE tenure-track and 0.25 FTE recurring fixed-term funding. Posting #0010665. Closes June 10

The Department of Pre-College Programs invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Coordinator position. Posting #0010678. Closes June 14. Full consideration date is May 31.

Weather

Corvallis: ”Yes, I will spend the livelong day With Nature in this month of May; And sit beneath the trees, and share My bread with birds whose homes are there.” – William Henry Davies. Showers today and tonight. Partly cloudy tomorrow. High of 66 today and 45 for a low tonight.

Central Oregon: Showers expected today. High of 67, low tonight of 34. Mostly sunny tomorrow.

Newport: Showers today with some clearing tomorrow. High of 56, low of 46.

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

No wonder the folks at Oregon State University-Cascadesdecided it was ideally situated to open a new operation aimed at the studying the successes and missteps of active lifestyles. The Functional Orthopedic Research Center of Excellence, known as FORCE Laboratory, opens this month.

Study traces origin of cirrus clouds (R&D Magazine)

“Cirrus clouds are complicated but the important message is that dust and certain metals provide the seeds for a majority of the ice crystals that form the clouds,” says Cynthia Twohy, an Oregon State University atmospheric scientist and co-author on the study. “Other particle types—including bacteria and soot from human-produced combustion or natural sources—don’t seem to contribute much to the nuclei of cirrus crystals.

Oregon public colleges could start asking students about their sexual orientation (Statesman Journal)

Oregon State University graduate student Steven Leider told lawmakers Thursday that he’s researched lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer students who are seeking funding after they were dispossessed by their parents after coming out or being outed. But during the course of his graduate research in the university’s Master’s in Interdisciplinary Studies Program he realized there wasn’t much data in higher education literature about LGBTQ college students.

Teamwork at core of new Bend biomechanics lab (KTVZ)

A new biomechanics laboratory opening this month in Bend will provide cutting-edge research and intervention strategies for injuries – especially knees, ankles and hips – creating a perfect match with Central Oregon’s population of elite and recreational athletes, OSU-Cascades announced Thursday.

Tackling the high cost of child care (LIFE@OSU)

The OSU Child Care Center Program Fund dispersed its first subsidy in 1998  to assist OSU faculty and staff with a demonstrated need for assistance in paying for their child care costs.

Women’s Center celebrates Women of Achievement, student leaders (LIFE@OSU)

The 28^th annual Women’s Center awards takes place today, May 10, at 3 p.m. in the MU Lounge. This year’s Women of Achievement Awardees are Pat Ingram, Julia Jones and Candy Pierson Charlton.

OSU Extension, 4-Partner for Wildlife Stewards Youth Summit (Gazette-Times)

Margaret Livesay, 4-H outreach leader with the Oregon State University Extension Service, said students begin to learn about wildlife and participate in outdoor learning in the six weeks leading up to the summit, where the posters demonstrate what they’ve learned for judges.

Suspicious package found not dangerous at Forest Service Building (Barometer)

Oregon State Police investigated a suspicious package that was found in the Siuslaw National Forest Headquarters on the west side of the Oregon State University campus at 3200 SW Jefferson Way on Thursday afternoon. The package was determined to be a laptop and not dangerous.

Today

Research Development Director Candidate Open Forum:  Robert Eisler, Friday, May 10, 9 a.m., LPSC 402

TAC Webinar: TAC.FM,  with Mark Dinsmore (TAC) and Stevon Roberts (TAC/CTL).  Drop in on our Friday morning TAC webinars. Each week we will take a look at technologies of interest to teaching faculty at OSU. Check out our program offerings, topics and show notes at http://blogs.oregonstate.edu/tacfm. Fri. May 10, 10-10:50 a.m. Do drop in: http://oregonstate.adobeconnect.com/tac  (Enter as a guest.)

Exercise talk: Stasi Kasianchuk will speak on “Initiating and Sticking to an Exercise Program,” May 10, noon to 12:50 p.m., Langton Hall 127. Come learn simple ways to increase physical activity and exercise in your day and the resources at OSU that are here to support these healthy habits.

OSU Horticulture Club plant sale: May 8-10, noon to 5 p.m., The East Greenhouses. Fuchsias $15 and geraniums $5 or five for $20.

Drag Race: If you need a last minute chance to get tickets for the Drag Show, come compete in an obstacle course while navigating getting into drag!  Noon to 1:30 p.m., May 10, in the MU Quad.

Science International:  Universalism and National Interest in the Industrial Age: Robert Fox, an emeritus in the History of Science from Oxford University will present “The Legacy of a Fractured World” – Friday, May 10 at noon in the MU Journey Room.

Women’s Center awards: Please join us for the 28th annual OSU Women’s Center awards. This year we will honoring eight inspirational women of our community, of whom four are OSU students. Ceremony begins at 3 p.m., May 10 in the MU Lounge, to be followed by light refreshments. For more information: womenscenter@oregonstate.edu

Visiting Writer event: Antonya Nelson and Robert Boswell will read from their work on Friday, May 10, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the rotunda of the Valley Library at Oregon State University. A book signing will follow. The event is part of the OSU School of Writing, Literature, and Film’s Visiting Writers Series.

PCOSW general meeting: The President’s Commission on the Status of Women (PCOSW) welcomes all to a general meeting on Friday, May 10 at noon in Women’s Center. As a direct link to President Ray, PCOSW actively helps women on campus to succeed, creates awareness of women’s issues, and investigates and advocates against sexism and institutional sexism. Please visit http://oregonstate.edu/leadership/pcosw/home

Carmen Steggell’s retirement reception: The School of Design and Human Environment in the College of Business will celebrate the career and retirement of Dr. Carmen D. Steggell. The reception will be held in the Hawthorne Suite, room 119 of Milam Hall from 3 to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 10. Remarks will start at 3:30 p.m.

“The Misanthrope:” The Oregon State University Theatre will present Molière’s wild and witty comedy classic “The Misanthrope” starting May 9. Performances are scheduled May 9-11 and May 17-18 at 7:30 p.m. and May 19 at 2 p.m. at OSU’s Withycombe Hall Theater. Tickets for the production are $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors, $8 for students/youth, and $5 for OSU students. For more information or ticket purchases, contact OSU Theatre Box Office 541-737-2784 or purchase tickets online at http://oregonstate.edu/dept/theatre/

Sunday

OSU Walking Tour, Mothers’ Day: 2 p.m., May 12. Meet east side of Benton Hall, 14th St near Monroe. Tour limited to 20 persons; for reservations (541) 737-0540. OSU is Corvallis’ newest historic district with more than 80 contributing structures and the only Oregon Campus listed in the National Register of Historic Places. OSU Archivist Larry Landis will share the history of campus structures, and early Olmsted and Taylor campus plans, quads, and view sheds.

NEW! Korean Night: Join the Korean Students Association this Sunday, May 12 for rice cakes and a variety of traditional and modern performances featuring drums, dancing, and music! Korean Night is in Milam Auditorium at 4 p.m. Contact sksaosu@gmail.com for more information or requests for accommodations related to ability.

Upcoming Events

NEW! Fantasy & Religion: The Religious Studies group will be hosting a casual discussion about religious themes in fantasy literature for OSU students and faculty.   The conversation will include the Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, Harry Potter, His Dark Materials, Hunger Games, etc.  Milam Hall, Room 301, Mon. May 13, 4 p.m.

NEW! Engineering Expo: The 14th annual Engineering Expo, featuring student projects that range from across all engineeringdisciplines, will be held Friday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kelley Engineering Center. The senior design showcase with more than 150 student-built projects is combined with a “Robo*Palooza,” and the event is free and open to the public.

Corvallis Science Pub: Chris Petersen of the Valley Library and Steve Lawson of the Linus Pauling Institute on the Pauling legacy and current research. May 13, 6 to 8 p.m. in the Old World Deli, 341 2nd St. in Corvallis.

Publication party: Join Judy Li and Peg Herring for an evening of discovery as we celebrate the publication of  Ellie’s Log: Exploring the Forest Where the Great Tree Fell, a new book for children published by OSU Press.  May 13, 7 p.m., Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe. The forest and animals in the book are based on those found at the H. J. Andrews Experimental Forest, where stream ecologist Judy Li has conducted much research.

Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013: Critically acclaimed slam poet and performer Carlos Andrés Gómez, will provide the keynote May 16 at 6 p.m. in the MU for OSU’s two day “Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013” May 16-17 in the MU. Join Carlos and other OSU members in “Exploring Masculinities,” and discovering how healthy masculinity can improve our lives. Register for free here to be entered into a drawing for a signed copy of Carlos’ book.

Faculty Staff Fitness 4^th annual TRY-Athlon: Run, walk or swim on your college tag team. Just pass the baton.  25 yards in the Langton Pool, 40 yards walking or 50 yards running, both at Reser Stadium. May 17, noon to 1:30.  To form a team, call 7-3222 or 7-6786.  Forms for registration can be found at: http://health.oregonstate.edu/faculty-staff-fitness

Lectures and webinars

NEW! “The Ecology of Plastic Marine Debris: Life in the ‘Plastisphere’:” A talk by Erik Zettler from Sea Education Association and Woods Hole, will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, May 13. The free, public event will be held in Burt Hall, room 193.

NEW! Julie Green lecture: “The Last Supper,” a lecture by Oregon State University art faculty Julie Green, will be held on Monday, May 13, at 4 p.m. in the Autzen House, 811 S.W. Jefferson Ave. Green will discuss her ongoing art project to paint last meal requests of death row inmates.

NEW! “Why Does J.K. Rowling Quote The Bible?:” A talk by Martin Kavka of Florida State University, will argue that J.K. Rowling offers her readers a more worldly and life-affirming sort of Christianity than previous British fantasy literature had provided. The free, public event will be held at the International Living Learning Center, room 155, on Monday, May 13 at 7 p.m.

NEW! “Letting God In To The Public Sphere: On The Dangers Of ‘Covenant Theology’ In Judaism:” A talk by Martin Kavka of Florida State University, will be held Tuesday, May 14 at noon in Milam Hall, room 301. Kavka will show that the Jewish tradition contains strands in its sacred writings that show a way past contemporary battles about the proper place of religion in public.

NEW! STEM seminar:  Laboratory Learning is an iconic component of secondary and collegiate level science courses, but practice and instruction in this arena are changing. One of the most dramatic transitions in laboratory instruction is the use of distance delivery (a.k.a. e-learning) approaches which present unique challenges and require innovation to match and potentially exceed learning outcomes of a bricks and mortar lab with the added benefit of improving accessibility of science education. May 14, 4 to 5 p.m., Kidder 202 and live streaming at http://live.oregonstate.edu. More info at http://stem.science.oregonstate.edu/events

LL Stewart Scholars Lecture: Susan Shaw, Professor, Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies will speak Mon., May 20, 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. in the MU Journey Room. Her lecture is titled, “How to Build a School or 10 Things I Learned from Realignment”.  This LL Stewart Scholars Lecture demonstrates the accomplishments of the L.L. Stewart Faculty Scholar Program.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

News for Employees

NEW! Reminder: Faculty Senate committees: Submission of Committee Interest Forms are due Monday, May 13 at Noon. The form is online at http://oregonstate.edu/senate/committees/forms/cif/2013/. If you wish to resign from current committee membership, please either contact your committee chair or e-mail vickie.nunnemaker@oregonstate.edu and include your name, the name of the committee from which you wish to resign and your date of resignation. Faculty whose Faculty Senate committee/council terms extend beyond June 30, and are either retiring at the end of spring term or whose 1039-hour appointments end spring term, are no longer eligible to continue serving. If you are not filling a specified emeritus/retired position on the committee/council on which you serve, or if you are unsure, please email vickie.nunnemaker@oregonstate.edu so a determination may be made and/or a replacement identified.

NEW! New children’s health center: OSU is considering pursuing an NIEHS/EPA funded Children’s Environmental Health and Disease Prevention Center. The proposed focus is “Interactions between dietary factors and environmental stresses in modulating disease susceptibilities”. The scope of studies will ideally range from mechanistic, model-based systems through population-based studies. Interested persons should write one paragraph that briefly describes i) chemical exposures of interest, ii) children’s health outcome of interest and iii) your area of expertise. Submit to Emily Ho emily.ho@oregonstate.edu by May 29, 9 a.m.

Extended Deadline—Faculty Funding Opportunity:  Apply by May 28.  Funding from the Center for Teaching and Learning of $2,000 per course is available to faculty to participate in a faculty learning community in Fall 2013 and redesign an existing on-campus course in hybrid format with both online and classroom components.  Download request for proposals at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl/grants.

Fixed Term Faculty Survey: We are seeking input from non-administrative faculty members who are unclassified and not on a tenure-track. This includes instructors, research faculty, and professional faculty. Results will provide important information regarding the general climate and working conditions for non-tenure track faculty at OSU. Eligible faculty members should receive an e-mail linking to the confidential survey this week. This survey is sponsored by the Faculty Status Committee of the Faculty Senate and the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). For more information email lcramer@oregonstate.edu.

Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity: The Research Office is accepting applications for the Undergraduate Research, Innovation, Scholarship and Creativity (URISC) program for Fall, Winter and/or Spring term(s) 2013-14. This program supports undergraduate research activities from all academic disciplines within the University. Program description and application: http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/urisc. Information: Debbie Delmore at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu. Submission Deadline: May 13.

Get There! Corvallis 2013: No matter how you get to campus, and beyond, sign up at www.DriveLessConnect.com so you can win prizes! May 4-17, the City of Corvallis and Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments are giving away dozens of gift cards to local favorites like American Dream Pizza, McMenamins, Squirrel’s Tavern, and more, plus a bike, an iPad, and an overnight Coast trip! Track just one trip to be eligible for gift cards, and five to be eligible for grand prizes. Contact: Gregory Wilson, Gregory.Wilson@corvallisoregon.com

Call for 2013 Commencement Volunteers: Over 50 volunteers are needed to serve as information specialists and assist guests during this year’s Commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 15 at Reser Stadium. Commencement volunteers play an important service and public relations role. Sign up online at https://conferences.bus.oregonstate.edu/Conference/commencement-volunteer/registration Additional information can be found online at http://oregonstate.edu/events/commencement/volunteers

2013 Commencement Human Interest Stories: In an attempt to personalize the Commencement Ceremony, President Ray has requested that we include 3-4 human interest stories of personal achievement of our graduating students in his Commencement address. There are many untold stories of personal achievement and great accomplishments of our students. Please submit these stories no later than Monday, May 13, to Kavinda Arthenayake at Kavinda@oregonstate.edu

RecSports Half Term Memberships: Purchase your Half-Term RecSports Memberships beginning Monday, May 13! Memberships are valid through June 28. A Half-Term Membership costs only $41 for Faculty, Staff, Domestic Partners, Spouses and Dependents and $34 for Student Affiliates/Dependents. Contact Ali Casqueiro, Membership Coordinator, for more information. 

Synergies newsletter: Learn what’s going on in the College of Public Health and Human Sciences by reading its latest edition of the monthly Synergies e-newsletter. This month’s features include a video highlighting Public Health Assistant Professor Molly Kile’s research studying health effects of arsenic exposure in contaminated water in Bangladesh, the LIFE Registry – what it is and who it benefits, a video highlighting National Public Health Week events and features on Nutrition and Public Health Associate Professor Norm Hord and Hallie Ford Administrative Assistant Patty Jackson. http://bit.ly/10gpplR

Calling all Volunteers: The Native American Student Association will be hosting their 37^th Annual Klatowa Eena Powwow “Honoring Native Youth”, Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19 and need your help. The Native American Student Association will also be holding a 5k Fun Run the morning of May 18 and will need volunteers from 8 a.m. to noon. For more information stop by MU 103 or contact Nadia Alradhi at alradhin@onid.orst.edu

Next Generation Learning Technologies: A new task force has been charged with exploring a wide range of innovative tools that can more effectively assist faculty in the classroom instruction. The task force will make recommendations for innovative instructional technologies for Oregon State University that enable faculty to accomplish their teaching and learning goals. Information and updates can be found at http://oregonstate.edu/admin/itsc/initiatives-projects/nglt-taskforce

 Poles and Pedometers: Come joint Poles and Pedometers and set your goals for 5 weeks include Weight Training 101 or Pilates for a well-rounded fitness program. $25 for 2days/wk or $35 for 3 days/wk mix up the classes for more cross training experience. M/W 5:15-6:15 Poles and Pedometers, outside of Langton 013. T/Th 11:15-12:00 Poles and Pedometers, outside of Langton 013. T/Th 5:15-6:15 Pilates, Women’s Building 118. F 12-12:50 Weight Training 101, Langton 06. Sign up in Langton 123.

Fall 2013 On-campus Housing Move-In:  This coming Fall 2013 move-in for the residence halls and co-operative houses will take place on Tuesday Sept. 24 and Wednesday Sept. 25. Much of campus will experience some impact including limited parking, street closures, and other delays. A taskforce is meeting monthly to evaluate these impacts and help reduce disruption to campus activities at those times. To see the Housing Move In schedule please visit: http://oregonstate.edu/uhds/move-in-guide.  Questions: Brian.Stroup@oregonstate.edu

OSUAA Community Day of Service, May 18: Join the OSU Alumni Association in giving back to OSU’s hometown during our annual community day of service. On Saturday, May 18 from 9 to noon we will be cleaning various sites around Corvallis. Visit www.osualum.com/service for more information and registration.

Traffic and Maintenance

Parking lots near Goss: Oregon State University will no longer cover the cost of repairs for damages caused to vehicles parked in the faculty/staff and student lots near Student Legacy Park, Goss Stadium, the Softball Complex, or Patrick Wayne Valley Stadium.  As a result, damage caused by fly/foul balls should be reported to private insurance carriers beginning June 1, 2013.  Signs identifying these parking areas as “park at your own risk” lots will be installed in the coming weeks.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy change, please contact the Office of Risk Management at (541) 737-7252.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

The College of Liberal Arts invites applications for the position of Associate Dean. This is a 12-month, 1.0 FTE position.  The appointee to this position must be a tenured Associate or Full Professor at Oregon State University at the time of appointment. To apply for this position, please submit your resume/CV and a statement of interest to the search chair: Susana Rivera-Mills (Susana.Rivera-Mills@oregonstate.edu).  Deadline for full consideration of applicant materials is May 10 at 5 p.m.  Position will remain open until filled.  Email subject line for your submission should be Associate Dean.

The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards (SCCS) is seeking a Coordinator, Community Conduct. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed term professional faculty position. Posting # 0010569. Closes May 10.

College of Veterinary Teaching Hospital invites applications for 1.0 FTE Veterinary Animal Attendant.  Posting # 0010636. Closes May 13.

The Office of Admissions is accepting applications for one full-time Office Specialist 2 position. Posting #0010616. Closes May 13.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Closes May 17.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Closes May 17.

The Extension 4-H Youth Development program (4-H), affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences  is accepting applications for one part-time (approximately 16 hours per week), Education Program Assistant 1 position for. This position will be located in Grants Pass, Ore. Posting # 0010635. Closes May 20.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Trades/Maintenance Coordinator position. Posting #0010615. For full consideration apply by May 7.  Closes May 21.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

Weather

Corvallis: Happy Mother’s Day weekend. Today will be beautiful with a high of 85, and a low tonight of 51. Tomorrow will be sunny with a high of 81. Sunday rain is likely with a high of 72. 

Central Oregon: Slight chance of thunderstorms with a high of 85. Same tomorrow, with a high of 80, and rain possible Sunday.

Newport: Mostly cloudy today with a high of 62. Patchy fog tomorrow and rain on Sunday. Highs in the low 60s.

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

A piece by OSU’s Christopher McKnight Nichols on when, where, why, and how American power should be used.

Hello, Dalai! (Eugene Weekly)

James Blumenthal, who teaches Buddhism at Maitripa College and Oregon State University, says it’s not that big of a surprise that the Red Hot Chili Peppers would offer to come and play for the Dalai Lama — they’ve been supportive of the Tibetan cause, of the Dalai Lama himself and of the need to work to protect and preserve our environment, which is the theme of the Dalai Lama’s Portland trip.

Intel makes Doug Fisher new software chief (Oregonian)

Fisher, the new software manager, is a graduate of Oregon State University and Stanford University.

Oregon college students to take part in study abroad program to Cuba (KLCC)

The Oregon University System is sponsoring its first official study abroad program in Cuba. The relaxing of regulations for academics entering Cuba has made the trip a bit easier to plan. To get prepared, students from Oregon State, Portland State and the University of Oregon are taking a spring class together to learn about Cuban history, politics and culture. Michele Justice is the Associate Director for the Oregon University System International Program.

OSU shows off its ag side (Gazette-Times)

Logan Carleton and Ray Rohrbacker were strolling through the quad at Oregon State University on Tuesday afternoon when the Forestry Club timber sports display caught their eye.

Tall tale but true: Six fish survive two-year Pacific drift in bucket (Sail World)

John Chapman, who specializes in aquatic biological invasions at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center, came up with the likely theory. ‘Certainly they weren’t trapped in the bait box the whole time,’ he said. ‘More likely, the small, dinghy-like boat was partially submerged for most of the voyage, and the fish swam in and out of the box for shelter.

Mulling the microbe (Eugene Weekly)

“The domestication of yeast was an unknown process to the ancient winemakers,” says Alan Bakalinsky, an associate professor in Food Science and Technology at Oregon State University. “They didn’t know yeast was required for making wine, but they knew that when these grapes were harvested and broken open, this transformation would occur.”

Trapping the spotted wing drosophila (Good Fruit Grower)

Oregon State University entomologist Dr. Peter Shearer, speaking to growers at the Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention, said the favored trap has been a clear plastic deli-cup, with a cover, filled about halfway with apple cider vinegar and water, with a bit of soap added to make sure the surface tension is broken and the insect sinks.

Clackamas County engAGE in Community program wins award from Oregon State University (OregonLive)

Clackamas County’s engAGE in Community, a community-campus partnership for health aimed at creating “age-friendly” Clackamas County, was awarded the Jean M. Priester Award from Oregon State University.

Water woes delay growing season (Herald and News)

“Everybody is worried about the water situation, whether there will be enough water for the whole season,” said Richard Roseberg, research agronomist at the Oregon State University Klamath Basin Research and Extension Center. “I know people have been delaying things as long as they could. We’re to the point now where everyone has been out.”

Faculty, staff and student honors (LIFE@OSU)

OSURA scholarships, research awards and more.

OSU celebrates Barley Days (Corvallis Advocate)

On Friday, May 17, Oregon State University invites the community to the fifth annual Barley Days to celebrate and learn about one of the world’s oldest grains.

Today

Workshop on coaching: Space is still available in “You Don’t Have To Go It Alone: The essence of coaching,” a follow-up workshop presented by Paul Axtell scheduled for May 9, 8 to 10 a.m. This workshop is designed for faculty and staff who have attended “Conversational Skills” in previous years. This workshop will explore coaching as a way create more possibility for you. Visit http://oregonstate.edu/training/course_list.php?cat_id=32 for workshop details and to register by May 7.

OSU Horticulture Club plant sale: May 8-10, noon to 5 p.m., The East Greenhouses. Fuchsias $15 and geraniums $5 or five for $20.

US Student Fulbright Program: Informational meetings for the US Student Fulbright program will be held during spring term. Deadline: Monday Sept. 30, 2013 for 2014-15 academic year abroad. All applications of students currently enrolled at Oregon State must apply through the Campus Fulbright Program Adviser (FPA) LeAnn Adam. The application cycle for the 2014-15 Fulbright U.S. student program will open in May. Meetings are May 9, noon to 1 p.m; May 21, 3 to 4 p.m.; and June 3, noon to 1 p.m., all at Heckart Lodge 205. More Info: LeAnn Adam (leann.adam@oregonstate.edu) OSU Fulbright Program Adviser, and see the US Student Fulbright Web site: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/

In hot water: At the May 9 meeting of Triad, OSU’s faculty and staff club, Adam Schultz of the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences will discuss what electromagnetic currents in the Earth’s crust tell us about continental collisions and volcanoes. Triad meets in the MU, room 109A, from noon to 1 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend free of charge and pay $11 if they have lunch. Contact Nick Houtman, 541-737-0783, to save a seat.

Provost’s CORE Initiative: A presentation about the future of business intelligence and reporting at OSU takes place May 9, 1 to 2:30 p.m., in the CH2M Hill Alumni Center, Room 111. This will be an introduction to the OSU Community on the Cooperative Open Reporting Environment (CORE) initiative. CORE is a collaborative project, with development focusing on the needs of the user community and the use of best practices in analytics and business intelligence.

Faculty senate meeting (New location): The May 9 Faculty Senate agenda is available online at http://oregonstate.edu/senate/agen/2013/0509/. The meeting begins at 3 p.m. in 102 Furman Hall (formerly Education Hall). Action items include two Category I proposals and a vote to determine when to close eSET responses; scheduled reports include a proposed student bereavement policy, graduate issues, First-Year Experience Initiative, INTO OSU, and Strategic Plan 3.0. A special report from President Ed Ray pertains to state level governance issues. For those unable to attend the meeting, it will be webcast from http://live.oregonstate.edu/ beginning at 3 p.m.

Native American storyteller: Noted Native American author and storyteller Joseph Bruchac will perform in Corvallis on Thursday, May 9, and then give a talk the following day at Oregon State University’s new Native American Longhouse. Both events are free and open to the public. Bruchac will perform “Keepers of the Earth: Native American Stories and Music,” on May 9 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. His talk at the longhouse on Friday, May 10, “Seeing Nature through a Native American Language,” begins at 3 p.m.

Crossroads Within: Performances at the Intersections of Identity An exploration of intersections of identity and the role they play in  our lives through multimedia performance and art. May 9, 7 to 9 p.m., in the Native American Longhouse. Part of Pride Week.

Game Night: Come to the Pride Center for a night of fun, games, and food! May 9, 7 to 10 p.m., in the Pride Center.

“The Misanthrope:” The Oregon State University Theatre will present Molière’s wild and witty comedy classic “The Misanthrope” starting May 9. Performances are scheduled May 9-11 and May 17-18 at 7:30 p.m. and May 19 at 2 p.m. at OSU’s Withycombe Hall Theater. Tickets for the production are $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors, $8 for students/youth, and $5 for OSU students. For more information or ticket purchases, contact OSU Theatre Box Office 541-737-2784 or purchase tickets online at http://oregonstate.edu/dept/theatre/

Ava Helen presentation: “Ava Helen Pauling: Wife, Mother, Gadfly, Activist”: A presentation by Mina Carson, OSU history professor. Thursday, May 9, 8 p.m. Oregon Historical Society, 1200 SW Park Avenue, Portland.

Queer Camp Out: Sleepover in the Quad! Bring your tents, jammies, games, snacks, and friends to have fun and camp out. Begins at 10 p.m. May 9, ends Friday morning in the MU Quad.

Upcoming Events

NEW! Corvallis Science Pub: Chris Petersen of the Valley Library and Steve Lawson of the Linus Pauling Institute on the Pauling legacy and current research. May 13, 6 to 8 p.m. in the Old World Deli, 341 2nd St. in Corvallis.

NEW! Publication party: Join Judy Li and Peg Herring for an evening of discovery as we celebrate the publication of  Ellie’s Log: Exploring the Forest Where the Great Tree Fell, a new book for children published by OSU Press.  May 13, 7 p.m., Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe. The forest and animals in the book are based on those found at the H. J. Andrews Experimental Forest, where stream ecologist Judy Li has conducted much research.

NEW! Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013: Critically acclaimed slam poet and performer Carlos Andrés Gómez, will provide the keynote May 16 at 6 p.m. in the MU for OSU’s two day “Healthy Masculinity Conference 2013” May 16-17 in the MU. Join Carlos and other OSU members in “Exploring Masculinities,” and discovering how healthy masculinity can improve our lives. Register for free here to be entered into a drawing for a signed copy of Carlos’ book.

Drag Race: If you need a last minute chance to get tickets for the Drag Show, come compete in an obstacle course while navigating getting into drag!  Noon to 1:30 p.m., May 10, in the MU Quad.

Science International:  Universalism and National Interest in the Industrial Age: Robert Fox, an emeritus in the History of Science from Oxford University will present “The Legacy of a Fractured World” – Friday, May 10 at noon in the MU Journey Room.

Women’s Center awards: Please join us for the 28th annual OSU Women’s Center awards. This year we will honoring eight inspirational women of our community, of whom four are OSU students. Ceremony begins at 3 p.m., May 10 in the MU Lounge, to be followed by light refreshments. For more information: womenscenter@oregonstate.edu

Visiting Writer event: Antonya Nelson and Robert Boswell will read from their work on Friday, May 10, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the rotunda of the Valley Library at Oregon State University. A book signing will follow. The event is part of the OSU School of Writing, Literature, and Film’s Visiting Writers Series.

PCOSW general meeting: The President’s Commission on the Status of Women (PCOSW) welcomes all to a general meeting on Friday, May 10 at noon in Women’s Center. As a direct link to President Ray, PCOSW actively helps women on campus to succeed, creates awareness of women’s issues, and investigates and advocates against sexism and institutional sexism. Please visit http://oregonstate.edu/leadership/pcosw/home

Carmen Steggell’s retirement reception: The School of Design and Human Environment in the College of Business will celebrate the career and retirement of Dr. Carmen D. Steggell. The reception will be held in the Hawthorne Suite, room 119 of Milam Hall from 3 to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 10. Remarks will start at 3:30 p.m.

OSU Walking Tour, Mothers’ Day: 2 p.m., May 12. Meet east side of Benton Hall, 14th St near Monroe. Tour limited to 20 persons; for reservations (541) 737-0540. OSU is Corvallis’ newest historic district with more than 80 contributing structures and the only Oregon Campus listed in the National Register of Historic Places. OSU Archivist Larry Landis will share the history of campus structures, and early Olmsted and Taylor campus plans, quads, and view sheds.

Faculty Staff Fitness 4^th annual TRY-Athlon: Run, walk or swim on your college tag team. Just pass the baton.  25 yards in the Langton Pool, 40 yards walking or 50 yards running, both at Reser Stadium. May 17, noon to 1:30.  To form a team, call 7-3222 or 7-6786.  Forms for registration can be found at: http://health.oregonstate.edu/faculty-staff-fitness

Weight Watchers Information:  A 13 week session of WW begins May 28. WW Open House meetings will be held on May 21 at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm at Student Health Services room 322.  The next 13-week session begins May 28. Complete a Health Risk Assessment on the PEBB website (required). Next, call the WW/Pebb number 866-454-2144 and ask for a confirmation code.  Present that confirmation code at the first meeting of the 13 week session.  For more information, call 541-737-3106.

Lectures and webinars

NEW! Research Development Director Candidate Open Forum:  Robert Eisler, Friday, May 10, 9 a.m., LPSC 402

TAC Webinar: TAC.FM,  with Mark Dinsmore (TAC) and Stevon Roberts (TAC/CTL).  Drop in on our Friday morning TAC webinars. Each week we will take a look at technologies of interest to teaching faculty at OSU. Check out our program offerings, topics and show notes at http://blogs.oregonstate.edu/tacfm. Fri. May 10, 10-10:50 a.m. Do drop in: http://oregonstate.adobeconnect.com/tac  (Enter as a guest.)

Exercise talk: Stasi Kasianchuk will speak on “Initiating and Sticking to an Exercise Program,” May 10, noon to 12:50 p.m., Langton Hall 127. Come learn simple ways to increase physical activity and exercise in your day and the resources at OSU that are here to support these healthy habits.

 Distinguished Professor Lecture: Thomas Dietterich, Distinguished Professor, Computer Science will speak Tues., May 21, 2 p.m. in the MU Journey Room. His lecture is titled, “Computer Science, Machine Learning, and the Pursuit of Knowledge”. The title of Distinguished Professor is the highest designation and academic honor that OSU bestows on faculty.  This event is part of Recognizing Excellence.

Africa Initiative – Climate-Smart Agroforestry in Ethiopia and Kenya:  Join the next  Africa Initiative meeting, Wednesday, May 22, noon to 1 p.m. in Heckart Lodge where College of Forestry’s Badege Bishaw will present a recently completed synthesis paper carried out in partnership with the World Agroforestry Center.  All are welcome.  If you would like to receive future email announcements to Africa Initiative activities and events, please be sure to subscribe to our new listserv.

News for Employees

NEW! Extended Deadline—Faculty Funding Opportunity:  Apply by May 28.  Funding from the Center for Teaching and Learning of $2,000 per course is available to faculty to participate in a faculty learning community in Fall 2013 and redesign an existing on-campus course in hybrid format with both online and classroom components.  Download request for proposals at http://oregonstate.edu/ctl/grants.

NEW! Fixed Term Faculty Survey: We are seeking input from non-administrative faculty members who are unclassified and not on a tenure-track. This includes instructors, research faculty, and professional faculty. Results will provide important information regarding the general climate and working conditions for non-tenure track faculty at OSU. Eligible faculty members should receive an e-mail linking to the confidential survey this week. This survey is sponsored by the Faculty Status Committee of the Faculty Senate and the American Association of University Professors (AAUP). For more information email lcramer@oregonstate.edu.

NEW! Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity: The Research Office is accepting applications for the Undergraduate Research, Innovation, Scholarship and Creativity (URISC) program for Fall, Winter and/or Spring term(s) 2013-14. This program supports undergraduate research activities from all academic disciplines within the University. Program description and application: http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/urisc. Information: Debbie Delmore at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu. Submission Deadline: May 13.

NEW! Get There! Corvallis 2013: No matter how you get to campus, and beyond, sign up at www.DriveLessConnect.com so you can win prizes! May 4-17, the City of Corvallis and Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments are giving away dozens of gift cards to local favorites like American Dream Pizza, McMenamins, Squirrel’s Tavern, and more, plus a bike, an iPad, and an overnight Coast trip! Track just one trip to be eligible for gift cards, and five to be eligible for grand prizes. Contact: Gregory Wilson, Gregory.Wilson@corvallisoregon.com

Call for 2013 Commencement Volunteers: Over 50 volunteers are needed to serve as information specialists and assist guests during this year’s Commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 15 at Reser Stadium. Commencement volunteers play an important service and public relations role. Sign up online at https://conferences.bus.oregonstate.edu/Conference/commencement-volunteer/registration Additional information can be found online at http://oregonstate.edu/events/commencement/volunteers

2013 Commencement Human Interest Stories: In an attempt to personalize the Commencement Ceremony, President Ray has requested that we include 3-4 human interest stories of personal achievement of our graduating students in his Commencement address. There are many untold stories of personal achievement and great accomplishments of our students. Please submit these stories no later than Monday, May 13, to Kavinda Arthenayake at Kavinda@oregonstate.edu

RecSports Half Term Memberships: Purchase your Half-Term RecSports Memberships beginning Monday, May 13! Memberships are valid through June 28. A Half-Term Membership costs only $41 for Faculty, Staff, Domestic Partners, Spouses and Dependents and $34 for Student Affiliates/Dependents. Contact Ali Casqueiro, Membership Coordinator, for more information. 

Synergies newsletter: Learn what’s going on in the College of Public Health and Human Sciences by reading its latest edition of the monthly Synergies e-newsletter. This month’s features include a video highlighting Public Health Assistant Professor Molly Kile’s research studying health effects of arsenic exposure in contaminated water in Bangladesh, the LIFE Registry – what it is and who it benefits, a video highlighting National Public Health Week events and features on Nutrition and Public Health Associate Professor Norm Hord and Hallie Ford Administrative Assistant Patty Jackson. http://bit.ly/10gpplR

Calling all Volunteers: The Native American Student Association will be hosting their 37^th Annual Klatowa Eena Powwow “Honoring Native Youth”, Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19 and need your help. The Native American Student Association will also be holding a 5k Fun Run the morning of May 18 and will need volunteers from 8 a.m. to noon. For more information stop by MU 103 or contact Nadia Alradhi at alradhin@onid.orst.edu

Next Generation Learning Technologies: A new task force has been charged with exploring a wide range of innovative tools that can more effectively assist faculty in the classroom instruction. The task force will make recommendations for innovative instructional technologies for Oregon State University that enable faculty to accomplish their teaching and learning goals. Information and updates can be found at http://oregonstate.edu/admin/itsc/initiatives-projects/nglt-taskforce

 Poles and Pedometers: Come joint Poles and Pedometers and set your goals for 5 weeks include Weight Training 101 or Pilates for a well-rounded fitness program. $25 for 2days/wk or $35 for 3 days/wk mix up the classes for more cross training experience. M/W 5:15-6:15 Poles and Pedometers, outside of Langton 013. T/Th 11:15-12:00 Poles and Pedometers, outside of Langton 013. T/Th 5:15-6:15 Pilates, Women’s Building 118. F 12-12:50 Weight Training 101, Langton 06. Sign up in Langton 123.

Fall 2013 On-campus Housing Move-In:  This coming Fall 2013 move-in for the residence halls and co-operative houses will take place on Tuesday Sept. 24 and Wednesday Sept. 25. Much of campus will experience some impact including limited parking, street closures, and other delays. A taskforce is meeting monthly to evaluate these impacts and help reduce disruption to campus activities at those times. To see the Housing Move In schedule please visit: http://oregonstate.edu/uhds/move-in-guide.  Questions: Brian.Stroup@oregonstate.edu

OSUAA Community Day of Service, May 18: Join the OSU Alumni Association in giving back to OSU’s hometown during our annual community day of service. On Saturday, May 18 from 9 to noon we will be cleaning various sites around Corvallis. Visit www.osualum.com/service for more information and registration.

PaCS Presents Merchant Expo 2013: Just a reminder that Merchant Expo is happening at LaSells Stewart Center on Thursday, May 30.  Find out additional information and register online to attend at http://pacs.oregonstate.edu/merchantexpo/. Register by May 23 to have a chance to win a $50 Fred Meyer Gift Card! Get your photo taken with Benny Beaver, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Communication Tools and Techniques: A Professional Development Day hosted by PMI’s Willamette Valley Chapter in association with OSU College of Business, Business Solutions Group. May 31 from 8 a.m.  to 5 p.m. at the LaSells Stewart Center. Student PMIWV members Free; members $99; non-members $249; non-member Students $37 (for non-members price of admission includes membership). Details and Registration

Traffic and Maintenance

Parking lots near Goss: Oregon State University will no longer cover the cost of repairs for damages caused to vehicles parked in the faculty/staff and student lots near Student Legacy Park, Goss Stadium, the Softball Complex, or Patrick Wayne Valley Stadium.  As a result, damage caused by fly/foul balls should be reported to private insurance carriers beginning June 1, 2013.  Signs identifying these parking areas as “park at your own risk” lots will be installed in the coming weeks.  If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy change, please contact the Office of Risk Management at (541) 737-7252.

Jobs

To apply for the below positions, visit http://jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified:

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 20 hours per week), academic year (9 month) Education Program Assistant 2 position for the Clackamas County Extension Office at OSU. This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately (2 years) from the appointment begin date. This position will be located in Oregon City, Oregon. Posting # 0010617. Closes May 9.

Cook 1 – University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS) invites current OSU employees to apply for an internal recruitment, full-time, 10-month, Cook 1 position.  Posting # 0010639.  Closes May 9.

The College of Liberal Arts invites applications for the position of Associate Dean. This is a 12-month, 1.0 FTE position.  The appointee to this position must be a tenured Associate or Full Professor at Oregon State University at the time of appointment. To apply for this position, please submit your resume/CV and a statement of interest to the search chair: Susana Rivera-Mills (Susana.Rivera-Mills@oregonstate.edu).  Deadline for full consideration of applicant materials is May 10 at 5 p.m.  Position will remain open until filled.  Email subject line for your submission should be Associate Dean.

The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards (SCCS) is seeking a Coordinator, Community Conduct. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed term professional faculty position. Posting # 0010569. Closes May 10.

College of Veterinary Teaching Hospital invites applications for 1.0 FTE Veterinary Animal Attendant.  Posting # 0010636. Closes May 13.

The Office of Admissions is accepting applications for one full-time Office Specialist 2 position. Posting #0010616. Closes May 13.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP)  seeks a Communication and Outreach Manager, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting #0010601. Closes May 17.

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Collaborative Research Support Program (AquaFish CRSP) seeks a Faculty Research Assistant (Training, Gender, and Capacity Building Coordinator), full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. Posting # 0010602. Closes May 17.

The Extension 4-H Youth Development program (4-H), affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences  is accepting applications for one part-time (approximately 16 hours per week), Education Program Assistant 1 position for. This position will be located in Grants Pass, Ore. Posting # 0010635. Closes May 20.

The Health Sciences Business Center (HSBC) invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, Trades/Maintenance Coordinator position. Posting #0010615. For full consideration apply by May 7.  Closes May 21.

Outreach and Engagement invites applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Oregon Open Campus Education Coordinators. One position will serve the Mid-Columbia Region and the second position will service the South West Region. The job location for each of these positions will depend upon the Region. Posting # 0010607.  Closes May 24.

The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center is recruiting to fill one full-time, 12-month, classified Accountant 1 position.  Apply to posting #0010651.  Closes  May 27.

International Scholar Advisor – International Scholar and Faculty Services invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, International Scholar Advisor position. Posting #0010489. Closes May 31.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30.  Applications will continue to be accepted after the “for-full consideration” date, until the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Statistics position. Posting #0010598. Closes June 1.

The College of Business invites applications for a 1.0 FTE 9-month, Instructor – Business Law position. Posting #0010600. Closes June 1.

Weather

Corvallis: Beautiful weather continues, with bees buzzing in the flowers and bird song filling the air. Mostly sunny today with a high of 80. Low tonight of 48.

Central Oregon: A chance of thundersorms with a high of 81 and a low of 44.

Newport: Mostly cloudy with a high of 60 and a low of 50.

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