coe-staff: The Weekly Vol. 7 #23

Wed Mar 18 15:50:06 PDT 2026

The Weekly Vol. 7 #23

Dean’s Message

Dear COE Community,

Thank you for the many notes of congratulations in response to today’s announcement. I am stepping into the role of Dean of the College of Education with deep gratitude and genuine excitement. It is an honor and privilege to serve this college, surrounded by people who care so deeply about our students and about each other.

Over the coming weeks and months, I look forward to continuing to learn more about the programs, partnerships, and innovations that make this place so special. I am eager to champion your work and support our continued growth in ways that reflect our shared values and mission.

Thank you again for the warm welcome. I am excited about the great things we will accomplish together and grateful for the opportunity to serve this remarkable community. Wishing you all a restful and rejuvenating spring break.

In gratitude,

Emily

Updates and Upcoming

Call for Award Nominations: UO Outstanding Research Awards

Together, the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation, the Office of the Provost, and the Division of Graduate Studies annually host and sponsor the UO Achievement Awards. The Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation is pleased to announce this year’s call for nominations for the Outstanding Research Awards<https://research.uoregon.edu/about/research-excellence>.

The Outstanding Research Award has six, themed categories with varied eligibility. Awardees of these categories receive commendation from the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation, including $1,000 (or $2,500 for a team) in research support, a recognition memento, and highlighting of their work in internal and external communications.

Nominations are made through the online Nomination Submission Form<https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/3b254b4fbcef4be687bbefec4f445059> and must include a nomination letter and CV. The deadline for nominations is April 17, 2026

For more information about this award, please see the Outstanding Research Award<https://research.uoregon.edu/about/research-excellence> webpage. Questions can be directed to Research Development Services at rds at uoregon.edu<mailto:rds at uoregon.edu>.

Research Resilience Critical UO Investments and Priorities Funding Program<https://research.uoregon.edu/plan/find-funding/internal-funding-opportunities/research-resilience-Critical-Investments-and-Priorities>: Updated Submission Deadline

The deadline for submissions has been extended to May 11.

Spotlights and Recognition

EdSource: Reclassification Reform for English Learners<https://edsource.org/2026/california-english-learners-bill/753660>

Many California students remain classified as English learners despite demonstrating fluency. A new study by Associate Professor Ilana Umansky, PhD, and QRME doctoral student Havisha Khurana provides key evidence supporting reforms to California’s English learner reclassification policies.

Words of Wisdom: Yvonne Fasold's Story<https://www.chronicle1909.com/2024/11/14/riveting-memories-saluting-the-rosie-women-who-made-a-difference/>

Yvonne Fasold, a three‑time UO graduate in English, Interdisciplinary English and Education, and Curriculum and Instruction (’67, ’69, ’92), built a 40‑year career as a creative, student‑centered educator before retiring and continuing her service as an active community volunteer. A College of Education donor for over twenty years, Yvonne has helped future teachers prepare to meet the diverse learning needs of students through scholarship support.

Submit Achievements to be Featured in future Weekly newsletters: Celebration, Accolades, Kudos, and Excellence (CAKE) Survey<https://oregon.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6VRZUU99jDOx6NE>

Reminders

Call for Nominations: Graduate Student Features
The COE Communications Team is looking for outstanding Graduate Students to highlight during Graduate Student Appreciation Week! Please fill out this form to nominate a student(s): Graduate Student Appreciation Week Submissions – Fill out form<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/forms.office.com/r/rt1KuhrYXa__;!!C5qS4YX3!By3wXAg9mtd_y5Ik9kFwHvb6QiuOjdr1iALhIgqrJ84Qpr1cqaca03KqQr5lqXmfuxelMqStqqXjednMzRQRXX5Vu94$>.

UO’s Week of Research and Innovation:<https://research.uoregon.edu/research-highlights/research-innovation-week> April 6-10

Please join the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI) for an exciting week of events to celebrate the diversity, creativity, and impact of research and innovation at the University of Oregon. This campus‑wide celebration will highlight the breadth, creativity, and impact of our research and innovation enterprise. Throughout the week, we’ll showcase the extraordinary work happening across our institution while creating opportunities to spark new conversations, collaborations, and connections. Please review the full Week of Research and Innovation schedule here<https://research.uoregon.edu/research-highlights/research-innovation-week>.

Digital Accessibility: Help Make UO Inclusive

The new Americans with Disabilities Act Title II rule<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/8vd6kl/cn93mj/cv3sofb__;!!C5qS4YX3!DhvQ6QLi5PBzu2D_fOHbj8zP0-OZuGsy1OxKuSkNNYTVDcK5RHO5kHA_dVHZ8CVcXVwYWw8uGj1TRi1lri1WJg$>, which requires accessibility in the web-based content produced by public universities, takes effect in April.

The Office of the Provost has created a number of resources to help faculty understand and apply digital accessibility principles in course content. We encourage you to:

  *   Take the Digital Content Accessibility Training<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/8vd6kl/cn93mj/sn4sofb__;!!C5qS4YX3!DhvQ6QLi5PBzu2D_fOHbj8zP0-OZuGsy1OxKuSkNNYTVDcK5RHO5kHA_dVHZ8CVcXVwYWw8uGj1TRi0hWB4nRg$>, designed for faculty and instructors with faculty input.
  *   Visit the Digital Accessibility at UO<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/8vd6kl/cn93mj/8f5sofb__;!!C5qS4YX3!DhvQ6QLi5PBzu2D_fOHbj8zP0-OZuGsy1OxKuSkNNYTVDcK5RHO5kHA_dVHZ8CVcXVwYWw8uGj1TRi1fXjVb1w$> website and bookmark the quick tips for making content accessible<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/8vd6kl/cn93mj/o85sofb__;!!C5qS4YX3!DhvQ6QLi5PBzu2D_fOHbj8zP0-OZuGsy1OxKuSkNNYTVDcK5RHO5kHA_dVHZ8CVcXVwYWw8uGj1TRi0pmMTxCA$> webpage for an overview you can return to.

If you need support enacting digital accessibility in your courses, visit the Digital Accessibility in Teaching<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/8vd6kl/cn93mj/406sofb__;!!C5qS4YX3!DhvQ6QLi5PBzu2D_fOHbj8zP0-OZuGsy1OxKuSkNNYTVDcK5RHO5kHA_dVHZ8CVcXVwYWw8uGj1TRi3w8E4L0g$> page for an overview of resources, such as Pope Tech, an automated accessibility checker for Canvas<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/8vd6kl/cn93mj/kt7sofb__;!!C5qS4YX3!DhvQ6QLi5PBzu2D_fOHbj8zP0-OZuGsy1OxKuSkNNYTVDcK5RHO5kHA_dVHZ8CVcXVwYWw8uGj1TRi3-lHdRrQ$>, and accessible course templates<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/8vd6kl/cn93mj/0l8sofb__;!!C5qS4YX3!DhvQ6QLi5PBzu2D_fOHbj8zP0-OZuGsy1OxKuSkNNYTVDcK5RHO5kHA_dVHZ8CVcXVwYWw8uGj1TRi07-VN_uA$> from the Teaching and Engagement Program (TEP) and UO Online.

DROP-IN Digital Accessibility and Teaching Support Hours<https://teaching.uoregon.edu/events/digital-accessibility-teaching-support-hours-drop>: Thursdays 1-3pm on Zoom through March 26th and offered in Spring.

For faculty members who maintain a UO blog, the UO Service Portal provides tips for creating accessible content<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t.e2ma.net/click/8vd6kl/cn93mj/ge9sofb__;!!C5qS4YX3!DhvQ6QLi5PBzu2D_fOHbj8zP0-OZuGsy1OxKuSkNNYTVDcK5RHO5kHA_dVHZ8CVcXVwYWw8uGj1TRi25HTdsxQ$> on that platform.

Job Openings

  *   Business Operations Coordinator, Educational & Community Supports<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536436/business-operations-coordinator>: Application review begins March 24.
  *   Visiting Lecturer, Communication Disorders and Sciences<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536466/visiting-lecturer-communication-disorders-and-sciences>: Application review begins April 9.
  *   Pro Tem Research Assistant/Associate- Prevention Science Institute<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536388/pro-tem-research-assistassoc-prevention-science-institute-open-pool>: Open pool; applications reviewed as needs arise.
  *   Pro Tem Research Asst/Assoc/Postdoc, Center for Equity Promotion<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536417/pro-tem-research-asstassocpostdoc-open-pool>: Open pool; applications reviewed as needs arise.
  *   Pro Tem Research Asst/Assoc/Postdoc, Oregon Education Science Laboratory (OESL)<https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536439/pro-tem-research-asstassocpostdoc-open-pool>: Open pool; applications reviewed as needs arise.

Emily Tanner-Smith | Interim Dean & Thomson Professor (she/her)
University of Oregon | College of Education
230 HEDCO Education Building | Eugene, OR 97403-1215
https://education.uoregon.edu<https://education.uoregon.edu/> | https://hedcoinstitute.uoregon.edu/
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