Author Archives: Luanne Johnson
Message of Care from the College of Science
Dear colleagues,
Even as we go on with business as usual, many of us are processing and absorbing the implications of national and world events. Opinions vary significantly across OSU regarding all of these events, and we as faculty and staff need to ensure that we are supportive of the needs of all of our colleagues and students across the political spectrum(s). The work we are doing to educate the next generation of scientists is more important than ever, but please take the time to take care of your own needs, those of your colleagues, and those of your students. The resources below may be useful.
Mental Health Resources
Corvallis-based students:
https://counseling.oregonstate.edu
Cascades-based students:
https://osucascades.edu/student-health-and-wellness/mental-health
Ecampus-based students:
https://counseling.oregonstate.edu/main/ecampus-students
Employees:
https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/culture-care/mental-health-resources
Community Connections
Cultural Resource Centers in Corvallis:
https://see.oregonstate.edu/dce/cultural-resource-centers
Employee Affinity Groups:
Association of Faculty and Staff for the Advancement of People of Color (AFAPC)
President’s Commission on Indigenous Affairs (PCIA)
President’s Commission on the Status of Black Faculty and Staff Affairs (PCSBFSA)
President’s Commission on the Status of Women (PCOSW)
QueerPros: Please email the Office of Institutional Diversity at diversity@oregonstate.edu
to connect with QueerPros
Sincerely,
Eleanor
Eleanor Feingold
Dean
128E Kidder Hall, Corvallis, OR 97331
(541) 737-3886
Apply for funding
The OSU Women’s Giving Circle is excited to announce the opening of grant applications for OSU programs and student groups to fund innovative projects with funding needs up to $10,000. It is easy to apply: Learn more about the grant application process and eligibility criteria on our website, drop in on our virtual office hour from 11 a.m. to noon Nov. 12, or contact Celina Anderson at the OSU Foundation for details. Apply for a WGC grant by Jan. 14.
Annual Notification of Alcohol and Other Drug Information
Dear OSU Employees,
Oregon State University is committed to creating a campus environment that supports the wellbeing of our community. Decisions about the use of alcohol and other substances remain a pressing concern for those on our campus, in our state, and across the nation. The information and resources provided in the attached annual university notification include offerings that may assist in the decision making process. The notification attached provides information about alcohol and substance use prevention and education resources, recovery and harm reduction resources for those who may be struggling with substance abuse or misuse, information regarding short and long-term health risks, as well as federal, state, local, and institutional sanctions.
OSU provides prevention and education programs related to the use of alcohol and other substances to help community members with responsible use, including:
- Student Health Services: The Health Equity & Wellness team supports the health and well-being of students through a variety of services, including alcohol and substance use prevention, education, counseling, and recovery support.
- OSU-Cascades Student Wellness: Student Wellness supports the emotional, social and physical well-being of OSU-Cascades students to help them reach their academic and personal goals and make the most of their educational experience.
- Lyra Health: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive mental health and wellbeing benefit for employees through Lyra Health. This is a confidential and no-cost service for employees and their household members. Lyra Health offers a range of services, including access to a network of experienced and culturally responsive mental health professionals, therapists, and counselors who are available for in-person and virtual appointments. The Lyra platform also provides resources for self-guided support and emotional well-being tools to help members manage stress and improve their overall mental health. Employees have access to online resources and eight coaching or therapy sessions per a calendar year.
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, help is available. Please see below for supportive resources. A more extensive list can be found in the attached report.
- Student Health Services Substance Use Counseling: Short-term substance use counseling is available on the Corvallis campus through Student Health Services to students who have paid the health fee. Student Health offers individual sessions with a substance use counselor. These sessions are confidential and can help students create a personalized plan to meet their goals related to reducing or eliminating substance use. To make an appointment, call 541-737-9355.
- The Joan and Tom Skoro Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP): The CRP seeks to engage and support the OSU community seeking recovery from substance use and those who are contemplating entering into recovery. For more information, call 541-737-9355, send an email to Recovery@oregonstate.edu, or visit https://studenthealth.oregonstate.edu/alcohol-drug-prevention-education#recovery
- Recovery meetings: Recovery meetings are currently offered in person at the Memorial Union on the Corvallis campus each week. For more information, please email recovery@oregonstate.edu or visit https://studenthealth.oregonstate.edu/alcohol-drug-prevention-education#recovery
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is available on the Corvallis campus to students who have paid the health fee. CAPS is dedicated to addressing the challenges and difficulties students face. To schedule an appointment or learn about services, please visit: http://counseling.oregonstate.edu/ or call 541-737-2131.
- OSU-Cascades Counseling: Counseling services are free for OSU-Cascades students. Please email Studentwellness@osucascades.edu to make an appointment with a counselor.
- Lyra Health: This is a confidential and no-cost service for employees and their household members to use. Substance use treatment is built into the Lyra offerings. During intake Lyra screens for substance abuse concerns using evidence-based measures. Lyra providers use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to treat substance use disorders to help members develop coping skills, prevent relapses, and reduce harmful behaviors. If members need in-patient or long-term care, Lyra’s Care Navigator Team offers high touch, concierge support to help to locate resources through the Advanced Care Coordination program. This includes finding, vetting, and obtaining spots in treatment facilities. Lyra can also give resources and support to family members as they go through the process. Lyra’s Care Navigators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and can be reached via phone at or 1-877-235-7812 or e-mail care@lyrahealth.com. Detailed information about how to sign up with Lyra Health is located here: https://beav.es/lyra-health.
- Employee health insurance coverage for treatment: PEBB HealthInsurance plans (PEBB Statewide, Providence, Moda, and Kaiser) providecoverage for substance abuse treatment. For questions or assistance with reaching insurance navigators for each medical plan please contact Employee Benefits in University Human Resources at 541-737-2805 or email employee.pebbbenefits@oregonstate.edu.
- Time off work: Employees seeking treatment for substance abuse may be eligible for time off from work through the federal Family and Medical Leave Act(FMLA) and/or Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA). Contact the Protected Leave Team in University Human Resources at 541-737-5964 or email fmla@oregonstate.edu for more information.
UCLA Chemistry & Biochemistry Asst. Professor of Teaching
The UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Teaching. The Professor of Teaching series emphasizes excellence and innovation in teaching and other instruction-related activities. We seek candidates who can teach effectively using evidence-based approaches, engage in service activities benefiting the teaching mission of the department and university, and pursue research in the scholarship of teaching and learning in chemistry and/or biochemistry. The successful candidate will be expected to seek external funding for research and other activities that enhance instruction, thereby helping to produce the leaders needed both statewide and nationally to work in the rapidly evolving STEM fields. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to publish the results of their research in peer-reviewed sources.
We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, and/or community service has prepared them to contribute to our highest
standards of scholarship and professional activities, and to the development of a campus climate that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Application reviews will start on December 2, 2024.
Apply here: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09898
Please share this email and the attached flyer with members of your department, alumni, and others who may be interested.
Assistant Instructional Professor at U of Florida Dept of Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Florida invites applications for a 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track position at the rank of Lecturer (working title of Assistant Instructional Professor) in the areas of Physical and Biophysical Chemistry to begin May16, 2025.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and be responsible for upper- and lower-level laboratories in Physical and Biophysical chemistry, develop and contribute to the implementation of effective pedagogical materials and course curriculum at the undergraduate level (including electronic course management and online material), managing and training graduate teaching assistants, maintaining and sustaining an appropriate safety culture, and mentorship of undergraduate students. Submission of proposals focused on chemistry education will be encouraged, as will participation in department, university, and professional service activities (e.g., through participation in professional societies). Candidates with experience or willingness to engage in activities that contribute to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.
We are seeking outstanding candidates with a background in Chemistry or in a closely related discipline. Applicants must have an excellent record of teaching as well as academic accomplishments, and a strong interest in undergraduate teaching in chemistry. The successful candidate will be expected to teach chemistry undergraduate laboratory courses and collaborate with faculty in and outside the department.
UF aspires to provide an exceptional academic environment that reflects the breadth of thought essential to preeminence and manifests through a community of students, faculty, and staff of diverse experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable culture and employing a diverse community. UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners.
We seek candidates with a record of creativity in chemistry education and a commitment to pursue a career educating exceptional undergraduate students in one of the largest chemistry departments in the country.
For detail information please go to https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/533461/assistant-instructional-professor-in-physical-and-biophysical-chemistry
The search committee will begin reviewing applications on November 15th and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled.
New Winter Course – Multivariate Stats for Grads
Applied Multivariate Analysis for Scientists & Engineers
Attached please find a flyer advertising a new course for graduate students. Gerrad Jones will be offering this as a special topics course (BEE 599), with intent to make this an annual offering.
Schedule: Winter 2025 (CRN 39474, MW: 10-11:20a)
The course is designed to help students understand common analyses, best practices, and emerging tools/techniques in multivariate statistics. A goal of the course is for students to bring their own data sets and analyze them using a new toolbox.
Please considering encouraging your students to enroll – a larger and more diverse student group will lead to better learning for everyone, as discussions will be more rich as students explore best practices and appropriate applications of data analysis.
Positions open at U of North Texas
Registration Open for OSU Engagement Conference
Greetings!
The second OSU Engagement Conference will be held on Friday, December 6th at the LaSells Stewart Center. Registration is free and open through November 29th.
This year’s conference features a fantastic range of presentations, panel discussions, workshops, and posters from faculty, students, and community partners on topics across multiple disciplines, all in the context of community engagement.
We will also present the winners of the 2024 OSU Engagement Awards of Excellence.
To improve accessibility for participants located around the state, most of the presenters have graciously agreed to livestream their session. As such, there will be both in-person and virtual ticket options. Virtual participants will be able to livestream the sessions via Whova on their smartphone or desktop computer.
I encourage you to attend for the learning, the networking, and the support of your colleagues!
If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Rebecca Symons, Administrative Assistant to the Associate Vice Provost for Engagement.
Stay curious, stay engaged!
ACS Portland Section November 13 Dinner Meeting
| To: Portland Section Members and Friends From: Martha Dibblee, email administrator Dinner Reservations Meeting Notice Join us for our monthly lecture series at Helioterra Winery in Portland, featuring a dinner and talk by Prof. Gonzalo Campillo-Alvarado,Reed College. This event includes a catered dinner from a local Portland eatery, a short talk by Isabella Jupiter, an undergraduate student who works in Prof. Campillo-Alvarado’s lab, and finally, the lecture from Prof. Campillo-Alvarado.This event is all ages welcome and encouraged.For any questions related to this or future monthly dinner lectures, please contact Irving Rettig at irvdrettig@gmail.com Of note: November and December Portland ACS meetings will be held at the Helioterra Winery, 2025 SE 7th Avenue, Portland, OR 97214. (info@helioterrawines.com; (971) 229-1445). Upcoming meeting dates are 2nd Wednesdays at Nov. 13 and Dec. 11. Thereafter, starting January 2025, meetings will revert to 2nd Thursday at venue TBD. |
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