OSU’s Open Education Resources Unit has a goal to lower the cost of learning for students. Open educational resources (OER) aim to increase the world’s access to knowledge through low- and no-cost open textbooks and reusable, digital learning materials. Through the use of OER, OSU students have saved nearly $10 million since the winter of 2019. 

This spring, the Open Educational Resources Unit — a part of the division of Ecampus —  is hosting several professional development opportunities for faculty to learn more about OER and how to implement them in their courses. 

Open Education Week — March 7-11

This weeklong, online event gives educators and students an opportunity to learn more about open educational practices and be inspired by the work being developed around the world, including by Oregon State faculty. View the schedule of events and register »

Think Open Symposium — May 16 

Join us for an in-person symposium in OSU’s CH2M HILL Alumni Center that will feature lively presentations and discussions on OER, open pedagogy and open access. Hear from faculty and education professionals who have firsthand experience with OER and can speak to the positive impact they have on students.

Here is a list of the day’s events. You can join us for the full day or as your schedule allows:

• 8:30-9 a.m. — Registration and coffee
• 9-9:45 — The State of OER at Oregon State (Stefanie Buck, director of the Open Educational Resources Unit)
• 10-10:45 — Why Open Education Matters to Social Justice (Amanda Coolidge, Director of Open Education, BCcampus)
• 11-11:45 — Breakout sessions
• Noon-12:45 p.m. — Lunch and keynote presentation (Robert Biswas-Diener of Positive Acorn)
• 12:45 p.m. — Prize drawing 

Preview the schedule of events and register today. 

We hope to see you and members of your college there!

All the best,

Lisa

Lisa L. Templeton, Associate Provost

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Chemical Technician (Ink Lab)

Corvallis, Oregon

Responsibilities:

Use excellent wet bench chemistry skills to create solutions, perform dilutions, and formulate and reformulate inks. Perform testing of inks and solutions by filling printer pens and printing on a variety of printer types.

Perform analysis of materials and components utilizing standard chemical/laboratory instrumentation for R&D, product development and manufacturing activities.

Perform standard physical analysis of solutions and inks and report results quickly and accurately.

Work with chemists to perform experiments and communicate results. Work on assignments that are complex in nature and require considerable judgment, initiative, and technical/specialized knowledge to resolve problems and/or develop recommended solutions.

Work is completed with minimal supervision and assignments may be completed without established procedures. May determine methods and procedures for new assignments.

Desired Skills:

• Expert knowledge of routine chemical laboratory procedures, equipment, chemical nomenclature, chemical handling and safety.

• Thorough knowledge of the theory and operation of simple analytical testing (pH, conductivity, viscosity, etc.) and/or routine chemical formulation procedures.

• Working knowledge of the theory and operation of more complex analytical instrumentation (particle size, contact angle, etc.).

• Working knowledge of general chemistry and/or materials analysis theory.

• Basic knowledge of advanced analytical instrumentation theory and operation (chromatography, spectroscopy, etc.).

• Basic knowledge of chemical synthesis techniques.

• Has sufficient chemical and/or materials analysis knowledge to recommend testing procedures for technologies supported.

• Ability to perform advanced, standard lab practices (titration, filtration, purification, etc.).

• Ability to perform data analysis.

• Ability to perform literature and patent searches.

• Ability to work with equipment vendors for new tool research, purchasing, and set up as required.

• Ability to author and review technical reports as required.

REU Site: Advancing Chemistry Research by Integrating Green Chemistry and Science Policy

Our NSF sponsored REU program provides a unique interdisciplianry research experience for undergraduates that combines environmental and green chemistry with science policy.  Students will conduct research projects with a focus on solving fundamental problems related to either green and environmental chemistry or sustainability, targeting applications in renewable energy, water, renewable feedstocks and healthcare.  Over the course of the summer, students will also participate in a series of technical and professional development workshops ranging from K-12 education to understanding the role of government in science and technology. Application Deadline – February 28, 2022 Program Details 10-week program: May 30 – August 5, 2022 $6,000 stipend Travel and accommodation provided Academic, professional development, and social programs Summer research in the nation’s capital!! If there are questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at chemistryreu@gwu.edu. Thank you for your time! Warm regards, Stephen Boyes and Adelina Voutchkova-KostalREU Site Co-Directors

The Department of Chemistry at Vanderbilt University welcomes applications from undergraduates to participate in our REU in Chemical Biology, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF REU). Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors are encouraged to apply, with a deadline of March 15, 2022 to join us in Nashville May 31-August 5, 2022. Students receive a stipend of $6000 for the 10-week program, and the program will assist with housing arrangements.Apply to Vanderbilt NSF REU athttps://www.vanderbilt.edu/reu/admission.php

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The Difference, Power, and Discrimination Program has launched a new podcast, Transforming the College Classroom. This is a podcast for anyone interested in taking up teaching and learning in higher education from a justice-informed perspective in ways that are centered on a deep commitment to teaching all students. Every episode features interviews that explore teaching and learning for justice from multiple disciplinary, institutional and social positions. More information and episode links here.

Have ideas for redesigning your large-enrollment course but need a little help? Join the Blended Learning Innovations in Pedagogy (BLIP) initiative. The Center for Teaching and Learning is offering structural and financial support to help instructors integrate blended learning strategies and educational technology in their courses. See our Call for Proposals for more details. Deadline: Feb. 14. For questions contact Raechel Soicher.

Students, join the OSU Alumni Association Tuesday, Jan. 25, from 6-7 p.m. for the Ask Alumni virtual event. Get insights and advice from a panel of recent OSU graduates who have entered the workforce and are excited to share what they’ve learned about classes, internships, career options and more. Register for this free event:ForOregonState.org/AskAlumni.

Discover all the media tools available at the Faculty Media Center and learn from chemistry instructor Jia Zhang about her experience using the Lightboard and Kaltura Analytics. The Faculty Media Center and CTL invite faculty and GTAs to a one-hour Zoom workshop. Register for Wednesday, Jan. 26 at 2 p.m., or register for Thursday, Jan. 27 at 10 a.m. Info: Faculty Media Center.

OSU Community,

Please join us for our first seminar of winter term with Dr. Zoë Ayres on the topic of “Managing Mental Health During Your PhD”. Dr. Ayres’ seminar will focus on managing mental health throughout the PhD process, identifying common stressors with tips and tricks to manage them, and a discussion of systemic issues in academia. 

Thursday, January 13 | Webinar

If outside the College of Pharmacy, please register here.

Please note the special time of 11:00am.

Repperger Research Intern Program

Now accepting applications for summer 2022!

Deadline: January 24, 2022

https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/AFRL-711HPW-2022-Repperger

The Repperger Research Intern Program is a 10-week educational experience, providing summer research opportunities for college students at an Air Force research facility under the mentorship of an Air Force scientist. The program posthumously honors Dr. Daniel W. Repperger, who mentored many young people during his 35-year research career with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).

Eligibility

Applicants need to meet the following eligibility criteria at the time of application:

• Be a U.S. citizen. 
• Be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited institution of higher education during the 2021-2022 academic year. Applicants must provide proof of enrollment during the Fall 2021 term at the time of application. Candidates selected for an internship appointment will be required to provide proof of enrollment during Spring 2022 at the time appointment is accepted. Please note, preference will be given to applicants who intend to be a student in the Fall of 2022.
• Be pursuing a degree in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) discipline.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher on a 4.00 scale as of Fall 2021.

Research Locations

·       Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, OH, with options for AFRL Collaborative Labs at Wright State University

·       Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX

Program Dates

June 6 – August 12, 2022 

Stipend

~$12,000 for 10-week period

How to Apply

Submit your application at the following link: https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/AFRL-711HPW-2022-Repperger

Learn More

For additional information, visit the Repperger Research Intern Program website. If you have any questions, please contact AFRL-Summer@orise.orau.gov.

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