RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

For those of you that missed Debbie’s email yesterday…here is the bittersweet news. Congrats to you, Debbie…you will be missed!:

It is with excitement and sadness that I would like to announce that after a long period of contemplation, I have decided to retire effective July 1, 2016. I have truly enjoyed working in the Research Office and getting to know each and every one of you. It is time for me to head out on my next adventure – lots of travels, spending time with family – especially our granddaughter, Grace and I will probably drive my husband crazy by being home all the time Best wishes to everyone and I have let Cindy and Rich know that I am available to help with the transition. You are all wonderful people to work with, THANKS!
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FUNDING OPPORTUNITY (URISC)

The Research Office is accepting applications for the Undergraduate Research, Innovation, Scholarship and Creativity (URISC) program for Fall, Winter and/or Spring term(s) 2016-17. This program supports undergraduate research activities from all academic disciplines within the university. Program description and application: http://research.oregonstate.edu/incentive/undergraduate-research-innovation-scholarship-creativity-urisc. Information: Debbie Delmore at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu. Deadline: April 18.

EPA NEWSLETTER PIECE FROM CINDY’S TRIP TO THE CORVALLIS WESTERN ECOLOGY DIVISION (WED)

Dr. Cynthia Sagers, Vice President for Research at OSU, and Dr. Craig Marcus (Head of OSU’s Dept. of Envi-ronmental and Molecular Toxicology), visited WED on Tuesday, February 16. The purpose of their visit was to discuss the new NHEERL trainee cooperative agreement which is meant to facilitate pre- and post-doctoral students’ involvement in EPA research. “Craig’s department was one of five nationwide to have won the award,” said WED Quality As-surance Manager Jim Mark-wiese, who is on OSU’s Envi-ronmental and Molecular Toxi-cology faculty. Dr. Sagers visited WED several times over the last decade while an ecologist at the Univer-sity of Arkansas. Much of that collaborative work was with WED/EEB and its gene flow research team. Sagers’ re-search of genetically modified canola was featured on NPR in 2010. Right: Jim Markwiese, Cynthia Sagers and Marcus Craig visit the WED greenhouses.

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HAILS! NO FAREWELLS…

I’m happy to announce that Carolyn Moir has accepted the Executive Assistant position in OCCD supporting Brian and will be starting Monday, February 29th. For those who did not get a chance to meet Carolyn, she has executive support experience in Oregon’s employment office, as well as in the legislature, supporting the Senate Business, Transportation, and Economic Development Committee. I’m sure she will make a great addition to the OCCD team and the Research Office.

RO RESERVED PARKING LOCATION CHANGE

Our guest parking spaces (Research Office, OCCD Shared) have moved from the lot located at the corner of 15th and Jefferson, to a parking area across Jefferson near Callahan/McNary. If any questions, please ask Mimi.

PROFESSIONAL FACULTY MEETING W/ THE PROVOST AND PRESIDENT

President Ray and Provost Randhawa extend an invitation to all of the professional faculty of the OSU community, to attend a conversational meeting on Monday, February 29, 2016, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM LOCATION: MU Journey Room. They will make a few general introductory comments, and then spend the rest of the time listening to your comments, taking questions, etc. The meeting is scheduled for 60 minutes with the intent of participating as your schedule allows. Please feel free to come in late or leave early if necessary. There is no need to respond about your attendance. If you have questions or suggestions for discussion, please send them to: Andrea.McDaniel@oregonstate.edu.

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RO STAFF VOLUNTEERS NEEDED- B308
A couple of volunteers from the B308 office are needed to serve on the Emergency Evac team. Lesley and Julie were the contacts and we both are now in B306. Julie/Lesley will continue in B306.It would be nice to have someone from the front of B308 and someone in the back that would scan each office, put an “Evacuated” sign on the door, and take roll after following people out the door in the case of an emergency. What think, B308ers? Who is game? Please let Julie Meier know!
SAVE THE DATE! MARINE SCIENCE DAY AT HMSC- 4/9/16
Join the OSU Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) in Newport for Marine Science Day HMSC will open its doors for a behind-the-scenes peek at the cutting-edge research, education and outreach in marine sciences that makes this marine laboratory unique. Meet researchers from Oregon State University and six government agency partners. Explore with interactive science displays presented by marine scientists and special family-friendly activities by Oregon Sea Grant, the Oregon Coast Aquarium and US Fish and Wildlife. Don’t miss it! Come learn what’s new on the Oregon Coast’s most dynamic marine science campus. For more information, a flyer and Schedule of Events, see hmsc.oregonstate.edu/marinescienceday. For accommodation requests related to a disability or other questions, email maryann.bozza@oregonstate.edu or call 541-867-0234.

UPCOMING EVENTS

2.15.16- CLASSIFIED STAFF MEETING WITH THE PRESIDENT AND PROVOST. President Ray and Provost Randhawa are scheduled to hold an informal conversational meeting with classified staff of OSU on Monday, 2/15 from 200-300 PM. This type of meeting only happens once a year, and all  classified employees are highly encouraged to attend. Your supervisors are aware of this request and will do whatever they can to accommodate your schedule so that you can attend this meeting. Location is Autzen room in Valley Library.
2.16.16 – Accelerate Seminar with Mike Brown. Financials and Cap Tables. This seminar will be at the OSU Foundation at 5PM.

2.18.16 – The OSU Advantage Accelerator is also pairing up with TiE Oregon for Mentor Connect Corvallis at 3 PM and Pitch Club Corvallis at 5PM.

2.23.16– RO Monthly Seminar- OSRAA, 3-4pm (for Research Faculty and Staff) The session will be held from 3-4pm in Linus Pauling Science Center LPSC, Room 402 (main campus). A video conferencing link will be available as well at Cascades campus (Bend) in Graduate Research Center GRC 108A and at Hatfield Marine Science Center (Newport) in the HMSC Barry Fisher Room.Please RSVP to Pat Hawk: patricia.hawk@oregonstate.edu by Friday, February 19.This session will not only discuss the background on OSRAA’s creation, but also discuss the new organizational and functional structure. Please encourage folks to attend!

2.23.16- RO ALL STAFF MANDATORY MEETING – Unconscious Bias Training, 10am-12pm, MU 206. Be sure to complete the pre-test before 2/23! Please contact Jane Cigarran if you have any questions/concerns.

2.26.16- February OSRAA training/outreach session (for business center/staff) will take place on Friday, February 26. The session will be held from 9:30am-10:30am in Room 402 in the Linus Pauling Science Center. We will have capability for a video link for both the Cascades campus and HMSC, but we have not reserved rooms at either of these locations. I appreciate your help in distributing this e-mail message to staff in your units. We will start off the meeting with “what’s new on the website” and then discuss budgeting and expending funds for building/space rental (it’s not always simple!). We’ll also talk about the F&A charges associated with those types of expenses. We also want to leave time for your questions.Since seating will be limited to about 100 campus-wide, I am asking that attendees RSVP to osraa@oregonstate.edu. Thanks for your help in sharing this document with staff in your units associated with sponsored projects.

3.1.16 – Accelerate Seminar with Caroline Cummings. Pitching. This seminar will be at the OSU Foundation at 4PM. A great opportunity to prep for WiN’s Shark Tank!

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VICE PROVOST AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE NOMINATIONS & POSTER SUBMISSIONS SOUGHT

On April 12, beginning at 11:30 a.m. at the CH2M HILL Alumni Center, OSU faculty and staff will be recognized at the University Outreach and Engagement Colloquium for outstanding contributions that significantly advance the university’s mission of outreach and engagement.

VICE PROVOST AWARDS
The Division of University Outreach and Engagement is seeking nominations for the 2016 Vice Provost Awards for Excellence. These annual awards recognize outstanding contributions by faculty and staff that significantly advance the mission of outreach and engagement. Award winners receive $1,000 provided as OSU funds in a services and supplies index and a commemorative plaque. Nominate peers across the university and/or yourself for exceptional outreach and engagement work. Award nominations are submitted online and due February 17. Award categories include:

Service – significant service by an individual to the institution, the profession, or the public
Strategic Impact – significant accomplishments by an individual or team in a program or project relevant to the signature areas of the OSU Strategic Plan
Program Support – Classified staff or professional faculty that have furthered the mission of outreach and engagement by going above and beyond their job expectations
Innovation – Candidates that have pioneered a new innovative approach to the design or execution of (1) online credit-based teaching; (2) online non-credit teaching; (3) partnerships with other public or private organizations or individuals; or (4) open educational resources
Diversity – accomplishments by an individual or team in achieving organizational changes that support diversity, pluralism and innovation in programs that enhance the outreach and engagement mission of the university

POSTER SESSION
Showcase outreach and engagement programs and community engaged scholarship to peers, university leadership and potential collaborators with a poster at the 2016 Outreach and Engagement Colloquium on April 12, 2016.The poster session is a new feature of the colloquium. Poster submissions are due February 29. In process or completed programs and community engaged scholarship by faculty, staff and OSU students are encouraged to apply for the competitive poster session. Learn about poster guidelines here.Contact Ann.Murphy@oregonstate.edu with any questions.
HUMAN LIBRARY FEB. 9-10

Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover. A Human Library functions similarly to a regular library, however the Books are real, human beings, who teach others about themselves and their experiences through interpersonal dialogue, creating opportunities for conversation and learning between two people who may normally not interact. Feb 9 (noon-5 p.m.) and Feb 10 (10 a.m.-3 p.m.) in the Valley Library, 4th Floor Rotunda. Event details.

OSU-RELATED EPISODE OF OREGON FIELD GUIDE- 2/18/16
An episode of Oregon Field Guide will air on PBS Feb 18th featuring Chris Goldfinger’s work in Bull Run Lake. Entitled “Bull Run Seismic Science” the air date: February 18, 2016 at 8.30pm on OPB/ Oregon Field Guide. The story runs around 9 minutes long. The sediment cores were collected by OSU scientific divers!

KITCHEN COMPOST BIN FOR RO?

If this sounds like something you think the RO would benefit from please let Mimi know. We’d need YOUR support as a team to make this work, however! There is a compost bin on the back loading dock.

FACILITIES provides:
1. An outdoor compost cart (which we service once per week)
2. A lidded bucket you use indoors and empty into the outdoor cart (which the department will be responsible for washing and emptying)
3. Instructional sign(s)
RO provides:
1. Help communicating with and engaging your department/building so the bin is utilized (via emailing, signage, presentations, word-of-mouth, etc)
2. A designated person to maintain the indoor bucket (empty about 2 times per week, wash container periodically)
What is accepted: All food waste (including animal products), fibers (napkins, coffee filters, paper towels, pizza boxes, etc), and (labeled as such)compostable serving ware

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