coe-staff: The Weekly Vol. 5 #20

[Laura Lee McIntyre]

Dear COE Community,



Winter term is winding down and I feel incredibly grateful to be a part of our College of Education community. Friday March 1st marks my “2-year anniversary” in the Dean role (inclusive of my time as interim) and I am reminded of all the work we’ve accomplished together on behalf of students, programs, research, and community engagement. We’ve had our share of tough times too and I’m certain that there will be plenty of challenges in our future, but we’re moving the needle together and I thank each of you for your role in our collective work.



Thank you for being a part of our special community.



Warmly,

Laura Lee

          

Updates and Upcoming:    



Meal Drive | Update: COE Exceeds $2,000 Goal

Big thanks to all who donated to our meal drive! We've surpassed our $2,000 goal, raising $12,553 on GiveGab and $19,097 through payroll deductions, providing a total of 94,950 meals - 73% of our 130,000 meals target! You can still contribute through our online site<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.givegab.com/teams/college-of-education__;!!C5qS4YX3!H9HZUnVbLZ6EXw5NTQ40B_M2NiX-2sF5gawoPj5UjcdHpn1qmg_W2IyB6LDUlth6BjVB6EwaPpW0vD2MO1435g$> or payroll deductions<https://forms-b.uoregon.edu/form/launch/governor-state-employee-food-drive>. Only two days left for non-perishable food donations, drop them off in HEDCO 130. Every donation enters you into a drawing for a $30 Sweet Life gift card and COE Swag! Thanks for your incredible generosity!



Sexual Misconduct Training Mandate | Ensure Timely Completion

The "Understanding Sexual Misconduct, Resources, and Employee Responsibilities<https://hr.uoregon.edu/understanding-sexual-misconduct-resources-and-employee-responsibilities>" module, accessible on MyTrack, launches on 2/22. Current employees are kindly urged to complete the training by 5/22, while new hires have a 90-day window. This brief 30-minute session complements the biannual Workplace Harassment and Discrimination Prevention training, aiming to nurture a secure and respectful environment. Please help raise awareness and ensure timely completion within your units to collectively contribute to fostering a safe workspace and promoting a positive learning atmosphere. For more details, visit the HR Learning & Development webpage<https://hr.uoregon.edu/understanding-sexual-misconduct-resources-and-employee-responsibilities>.



Campus Safety Training | Open to All Faculty and Staff on 5/3

Join us on Friday, 5/3 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm in HEDCO 220 for a campus safety and security training. This informative session is a collaborative effort by Safety and Risk Services, UOPD, and Counseling Services. Topics include responses to active threats, de-escalation techniques, and emergency preparedness. Access safety videos, materials, and guidance here<https://safety.uoregon.edu/>.





Spotlights and Accolades:       



COE Classified Staff Appreciation Luncheon | Celebrating our Success

Thank you to those who attended today’s Classified Staff Appreciation Luncheon! Your unwavering dedication, insightful contributions, and tireless efforts are essential to achieving our goals and preparing for the future. As we celebrate, we'd like to acknowledge some of our incredible employees on their university employment anniversaries:



5 Years of Service

Mary Tharp, Oregon CIS

Carina Kelson, Special Education & Clinical Services

Kayla Shaffer, Early Childhood CARES

Richard Edwards, Early Childhood CARES

Landon Veitch, Education & Community Supports

Lingya Liao, IntoCareers

Carmen Cybula, Special Education & Clinical Sciences



10 Years of Service

Alex Schumann, Behavioral Research & Teaching

Avery Wilkins, Early Childhood CARES

Tel Woolsey, Center on Human Development

Keith Legg, Early Childhood CARES



15 Years of Service

Ivan Polk, Education & Community Supports

Jody Parrish, Early Childhood CARES

Sarah Duke, Early Childhood CARES

Maria Moreno Smith, Early Childhood CARES

Steven Nordby, Early Childhood CARES



20 Years of Service

Andrea Olson, College of Education Development



25 Years of Service

Raina Megert, Behavioral Research & Teaching

Leslie Stephenson, Center on Teaching & Learning



Thank you for your years of service and invaluable contributions. Here's to the continued success and growth we achieve together!



Food Stereotypes | UO Study Reveals Insights on Children's Eating Habits

Groundbreaking research led by Nichole Kelly<https://education.uoregon.edu/directory/cpsy/all/nicholek>, Evergreen Associate Professor in Counseling Psychology and Human Services, Prevention Science unveiled a link between social desirability bias and food choices. The study, supported by a grant from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development, informs crucial aspects of children's eating behaviors. Read more here<https://around.uoregon.edu/content/study-finds-potential-gender-stereotypes-kids-food-choice>.    



P.R.I.D.E Award for Indigenous Devotion to Education | Emma Bjorngard Basayne, PhD

Join us in congratulating Emma Bjorngard Basayne (one of our fabulous COE advisors) in her nomination for this year’s Proudly Recognizing Indigenous Devotion to Education (P.R.I.D.E) Award. The P.R.I.D.E. award was originally conceptualized by Leilani Sabzalian in her role as the Native American Retention Specialist at CMAE in 2014 and celebrates the outstanding work being done by our Native students, faculty, staff, and community members both on and off campus. Emma and other nominees will be celebrated with a dinner and award ceremony at the Many Nations Longhouse. Congratulations, Emma!



Student Spotlight | Gauri Bharadwaj

Meet Gauri Bharadwaj, a student in our School Psychology program at the Portland campus! In this Student Spotlight<https://education.uoregon.edu/gauri-bharadwaj-spsy>, Gauri shares her journey, revealing a passion for supporting child and adolescent development. Her choice of the School Psychology program reflects a commitment to enhancing education and mental health in schools. As part of the first cohorts at the Northeast PDX campus, she's thrilled to contribute to its vibrant growth and imagines a buzzing community next year.

  

Reminders:



Winter Faculty and Staff Meeting | Connect with President Karl Scholz

Our Winter faculty and staff meeting will be held on Friday, March 15 from 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm in CSB 250 and via Zoom<https://uoregon.zoom.us/j/92912311549?pwd=OExibHJVdkZQS2ZKMzk3bnJVUjJSZz09>. This meeting offers a special opportunity to share updates and connect with President Karl Scholz<https://president.uoregon.edu/incoming-president-biography>. Please plan to come in person and bring your questions for the president. Mark your calendars!



UO Senate | Calling on Tenured Faculty for Active Engagement

The UO Senate calling on tenured faculty to contribute to shaping the university's future and addressing faculty recruitment challenges by participating in the senate and senate committees. Your thoughtful engagement is greatly valued as we work together to cultivate a collaborative and vibrant academic environment. The senate interest survey<https://oregon.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6X2Ju8Ar5VDG8uO> will close this Friday, 3/1. Senate president, Gerard Sandoval<https://pppm.uoregon.edu/directory/profiles/all/gsando> encourages tenured faculty to apply. For more information, please reach out to Sandy Weintraub<http://sandymw@uoregon.edu/>.



Showcasing Faculty Excellence | Share Your Published Books

Have you authored a book recently? Send your book links to coesocial at uoregon.edu<mailto:coesocial at uoregon.edu> for a feature in the Faculty Books<https://education.uoregon.edu/faculty-books> section of the COE website, where the latest publications by College of Education faculty and scholarly contributions can be explored and celebrated. Your work deserves to be highlighted!



More on the Dean’s Blog<https://blogs.uoregon.edu/collegeofeducationdean/updates-and-upcoming/>.                                  

 

Job Listings/Benefits:  



Early Childhood CARES seeks an Analyst Programmer II<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/533412/analyst-programmer-2> to develop, design, maintain, and support forms and web applications to meet the needs of Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education programs across the state of Oregon.

 

Employee Benefits Overview

Join an overview of UO employee benefits open to all employees. This informational session, led by the University Human Resources Benefits team, will cover benefit eligibility, plan reviews, and retirement information. To expand your understanding of available benefits, register<https://uomytrack.pageuppeople.com/learning/3786/timeslot/283683> today for the session on 3/13 from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. For inquiries, contact hrbenefits at uoregon.edu<mailto:hrbenefits at uoregon.edu>.




Laura Lee McIntyre | Dean & Castle-McIntosh-Knight Professor (she/her)
University of Oregon | College of Education
230 Hedco Education Building | Eugene, OR 97403-1215
llmcinty at uoregon.edu<mailto:email at uoregon.edu> |  https://education.uoregon.edu<https://education.uoregon.edu/>
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