coe-staff: The Weekly Vol. 5 #29

[Laura Lee McIntyre]

Dear COE Community,


Amidst the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the University of Oregon community acknowledge the profound impact of recent events in Gaza and Israel. President Scholz has reaffirmed<https://president.uoregon.edu/addressing-free-speech-safety-and-current-events> his commitment to fostering an environment where diverse viewpoints are heard while ensuring the safety and well-being of all members. Upholding principles of free speech<https://president.uoregon.edu/addressing-free-speech-safety-and-current-events> and peaceful dissent, the President emphasized the university's dedication to advancing knowledge and preparing students for impactful lives. Together, we can continue to engage in constructive dialogue and uphold our shared values of compassion and respect. I appreciate being a part of our College of Education community – one that deeply cares about our students, our community, and the world.



With gratitude,

Laura Lee





Updates and Reminders:



Demonstration Update | Reminders, Resources, Guidelines, and Expectations 

Last week, Interim Provost Karen Ford outlined expectations to maintain a respectful, inclusive, and safe environment for all university community members during the ongoing tent encampment demonstration. Instructors should address campus and national issues respectfully<https://hr.uoregon.edu/respectful-workplace-notice>, while ensuring classes and office hours remain consistent and accessible. Meanwhile, various campus resources<https://freespeech.uoregon.edu/> and information<https://freespeech.uoregon.edu/frequently-asked-questions> are available to support those in need. The Office of the Provost also offers teaching-related support to instructors through the Teaching Engagement Program<https://teaching.uoregon.edu/>, including Trauma Informed Pedagogy<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/4o9ydi/83nj8g/wmunu6__;!!C5qS4YX3!CODQf7SCC0i8arD68Ljt_RyXYQNLfT3YBF-vxp4XdVEwsOH_C893HfICBmmZpNKcvGGQ_FDXgabxLK1-YQH1mQ$>, the Student Well-being Toolkit<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/4o9ydi/83nj8g/cfvnu6__;!!C5qS4YX3!CODQf7SCC0i8arD68Ljt_RyXYQNLfT3YBF-vxp4XdVEwsOH_C893HfICBmmZpNKcvGGQ_FDXgabxLK0H_zBg8Q$>, and the Teaching in Turbulent Times Toolkit<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/4o9ydi/83nj8g/s7vnu6__;!!C5qS4YX3!CODQf7SCC0i8arD68Ljt_RyXYQNLfT3YBF-vxp4XdVEwsOH_C893HfICBmmZpNKcvGGQ_FDXgabxLK3tRjvPfw$>.



Ducks Give

Mark your calendars for Ducks Give on Thursday, May 16, 2024. On the University of Oregon’s annual day of giving, the College of Education has several scholarships, funds, and challenge gifts aimed at supporting student success! Help us reach our goal of 150 gifts by participating when our site goes live at https://ducksgive.uoregon.edu/coe

There is still time to sign up as a Ducks Give ambassador. As an ambassador you'll receive a personalized link to the Ducks Give page to share and track the difference you’re making in real-time. To become a Ducks Give ambassador, sign up with your email using the link below.

Ducks Give 2024 | Sign Up (uoregon.edu)<https://ducksgive.uoregon.edu/giving-day/87168/signup>



University Commencement 2024 | Volunteers Needed

This year's University Commencement festivities take place on Sunday, June 16 and Monday,  June 17. Around 200 volunteers are needed to ensure smooth operation and safety during related events. Please remind colleagues, ask supervisors to encourage participation, and direct interested individuals to the Workplace<https://around.uoregon.edu/content/volunteer-opportunity-connects-employees-graduation-experience> story for details. Volunteers are asked to sign up<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=jxkLj0f0_ky6A1JrRsZh-ATwYuN-dQtFvP4ou3EpTfdUN0g3VVVGU08zQzVXTDNIREtLSEgzV09DTC4u__;!!C5qS4YX3!BLYfaph-WERXg1jefx--rMnWAD8Qgwuoh68e8F1dDfcaGKhxMYoI_41Iln1RveUPyHqKaqWr46OhDHNvxFvLxw$> online by 6/3 with assignments and a mandatory one-hour training to follow. Thank you for supporting our mission to educate future leaders and guide students to degree completion.



COE Career Faculty | Promotion Info Session

Career faculty are invited to attend an information session about the promotion process for COE career faculty on Wednesday 5/22 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Learn about the promotion process and timelines for AY 2024-25, elements of the career faculty promotion file, and resources for preparing promotion materials. Although information will be targeted to career faculty who are eligible for promotion review in 2024-25, all interested COE career faculty are welcome to attend. Please RSVP<https://oregon.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1Uerr0ZbUg0RvRY> to receive the Zoom link and/or request a link to a recording of the session.





Spotlights and Recognition:      



2024 Faculty and Staff Awards | Nominations Open

Nominations are open for outstanding faculty, officers of administration, and staff who excel in teaching, service to students, administration, research or outreach, and diversity. Submit your nominations by 5/17 via the online nomination form, accompanied by a brief letter outlining specific achievements. Please be detailed in your submissions. Recipients will be announced on 6/7. Let's celebrate the remarkable work of our COE community members!     



Graduate Spotlight | Esmeralda Castro, PhD Graduate

Esmeralda Castro, a graduate of the Prevention Science program, is dedicated to promoting physical activity and preventing chronic diseases. In addition to her academic contributions, she coaches high school soccer and participates in the Dean's Student Advisory Board. Throughout her university journey, Esmeralda has excelled both academically and professionally, shining in research and mentorship roles. Learn more about her transformative experience in our Graduate Spotlight<https://education.uoregon.edu/esmeralda-castro-prevsci> series.



Alumni Spotlight | Jennifer Chabriel-Amara

Jennifer Chabriel-Amara, a UOTeach alumna, shares how her nearly decade-long teaching experience has been shaped by the UOTeach program, emphasizing collaborative group work and facilitator teaching over traditional lecture methods. Her passion for instilling 'math confidence' in students shines through as she discusses her favorite moments in the classroom and addresses the challenges students face in learning and understanding mathematics. Read more about Jennifer’s transformative path to becoming an inspiring teacher in our Alumni Spotlight<https://education.uoregon.edu/alumni-jennifer-chabriel-amara> series.



Research Briefly Video Series | Explore COE Research

Discover the College of Education's latest insights through the video series, Research Briefly<https://education.uoregon.edu/research#research-briefly>. In the latest episode, join Education Studies Professor Jenefer Husman<https://www.youtube.com/shorts/chjmcOmZpv0> as she examines the formation of transfer students' identities within the realms of engineering and science.





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

              

Job Listings/Opportunities:              

   

New Employee Learning Series | FYI Fridays  

The UO Learning and Development team introduces FYI Fridays<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/czadkj/gqe9tbxd/87md28__;!!C5qS4YX3!FZ2uQQoHlBQSy-nR7tC6GVXPVdFe_xjYnwgUYEJEQd63xNYEhYohqKUQF3Jhexuc7u7sTQsFSL_tiKzn6tdYnV_-$>, an engaging opportunity for university employees to connect and learn from each other. These 45- to 90-minute presentations will cover a wide range of topics, from situational awareness to sustainability initiatives, research findings, and more. Whether in person on the Eugene campus or via Zoom, participants will gain insights into university resources, projects, and research while fostering collaboration across units and functions. Registration is open for spring sessions, and proposals<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/czadkj/gqe9tbxd/o0nd28__;!!C5qS4YX3!FZ2uQQoHlBQSy-nR7tC6GVXPVdFe_xjYnwgUYEJEQd63xNYEhYohqKUQF3Jhexuc7u7sTQsFSL_tiKzn6gn85eoX$> for fall 2024 presentations are encouraged. Join the conversation and share your expertise at FYI Fridays!  

    

HEDCO Institute seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar to collaborate on evidence syntheses projects that support the immediate decision-making needs of education leaders across the country. Competitive candidates will have experience participating in evidence synthesis research projects (such as authoring or co-authoring a published systematic review), training in quantitative methods (particularly meta-analysis and data science), and proficiency with statistical analysis software (particularly R, RStudio, and Shiny) and evidence synthesis software (particularly DistillerSR). For full consideration, please apply to our open pool by May 24, 2024<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/532160/pro-tem-research-assistantassociatepostdoc-open-pool>.   

   

 College of Education seeks an Executive Assistant<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/533747/executive-assistant-to-the-dean> to provide high-level administrative and project management support for the Dean of the College of Education.



  
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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