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From campus happenings to fascinating news from around the world, consider the UOAA your source for news about our alumni chapters and networks, updates about on-campus activities and milestones.

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General News
UOAA Book Club January Read

Resolve to read more with the UO Alumni Book Club

December 5, 2024
Make 2025 a year of great books and meaningful alumni connections with the UO Alumni Book Club! Starting January 3, we'll be reading Pets and the City: True Tales of a Manhattan House Call Veterinarian by Dr. Amy Attas.
2024 holiday gift guide from the Duck Store and UOAA

Holiday gift guide for alumni

December 5, 2024
We've partnered with The Duck Store to bring you a list of holiday gift ideas for the special Ducks in your life.
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Media Mentions
Minot native’s music featured with MSU choir

Minot native’s music featured with MSU choir

March 6, 2025
Visual artist and photographer Rosanne Olson, MS ’81, will be featuring her original pieces in the Minot State University Concert Choir’s performance of “Crossings: Toward the Light” this week. The concert explores the rich heritage of Norwegian-American music.
Two candidates named for Lewiston superintendent position

Two candidates named for Lewiston superintendent position

March 3, 2025
The Lewiston School Board had a special meeting Thursday in executive session to discuss the applicants, and after the executive session, the board announced Lisa Fenter, BS ’91, and Tim Sperber as the two candidates.
How Craft Lake City’s Scholarship Helped One Artist Reclaim Her Craft

How Craft Lake City’s Scholarship Helped One Artist Reclaim Her Craft

February 27, 2025
What if the biggest obstacle to becoming an artist wasn’t talent, but money? For Steph Alpizar, BS ’19, a local painter and crochet artist, financial limitations dictated everything from the materials she used to the way she shared her work. But a scholarship from Craft Lake City helped her overcome financial roadblocks and reconnect with her purpose — creating art that connects with others.
Small-town Skagit ‘Theatre School’ Supports Big Imaginations

Small-town Skagit ‘Theatre School’ Supports Big Imaginations

January 10, 2025
Under the helm of Executive Director Damon Morris, CG ’13, PHD ’13, Lincoln Players continues the theater’s “long tradition of providing educational opportunities and community support to the residents of the Skagit Valley and beyond.”
Career News
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Inspiring Minds: Megan Perdue

February 5, 2025
This school year, KLCC is celebrating educators through our series Inspiring Minds: Spotlighting inspiration through education. In this installment, we hear from Sheldon High School parent Liz Bruno, who shares her appreciation for her daughter's choir teacher at Sheldon High School, Megan Perdue, BA ’07 (music).
uoaa news

Gentle Chiro Welcomes Dr. Jared Urbach to the Team

February 5, 2025
Gentle Chiro is thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. Jared Urbach, BS ’20 (human physiology), to its chiropractic care team. A native of Sherwood, Oregon, Dr. Urbach brings a wealth of experience and a compassionate approach to patient care, making him a perfect fit for Gentle Chiro’s patient-first philosophy.
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Beyond the Classroom with Will Fleming

February 5, 2025
Will Fleming, MFA ’09 (creative writing), has been teaching writing at Linn-Benton Community College (LBCC) for over a decade, but his journey to becoming an educator has been anything but conventional.
Video Highlights
Do Good, Work Local: Impactful Career Pathways

Do Good, Work Local: Impactful Career Pathways

March 5, 2025

This webinar features inspiring UO alumni who have turned their passion for positive change into impactful careers. These alumni share their journeys into roles that directly benefit their local communities, offering insights into the challenges and rewards of their work. Whether you’re looking to start a community-focused career or seeking ways to incorporate purpose into your current role, this webinar will provide actionable takeaways and inspiration to guide your path.

Ducks in Tech

Ducks In Tech Presents Get Hired in Tech Today: Expert Advice for Landing a Job in 2025

November 13, 2024

Are you looking to break into the tech industry or simply grow where you’re at? Perhaps you're wondering if your non-technical background could lead to a career in tech? This webinar features a panel of UO alumni currently working at top tech companies. Our panelists will discuss their career journeys, guide you through steps to land a job in tech and share valuable insights on how to stand out in this competitive field.

OEMBA webinar

What Your CFO Wants You To Know

October 31, 2024

Join the Oregon Executive MBA alumni group for an exclusive virtual Q&A with Tyler Sloat, CFO and COO of Freshworks. With over 25 years of finance and operations experience, Tyler shares key insights into the CFO’s role as a strategic business partner. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an industry leader!

Legacy of Leadership

A Legacy of Leadership: Reflections From an Experienced Mentor

September 13, 2024

Hear from Vincson Green, BA '83 who spent 25 years as an impactful store director for Target before retiring to focus on building a non-profit organization and serving as a board member with the Black Alumni Network. Vincson shares the key strategies he employed to lead diverse, high-performing teams, while highlighting the importance of diversity, mentorship, adaptability, and resilience in effective leadership.

Securing Tomorrow

Securing Tomorrow: Cybersecurity Trends & Career Paths

June 14, 2024

Hear from a panel of cybersecurity experts from the UO community. Learn about the UO's new cybersecurity major, outreach programs shaping the future of cybersecurity careers, and strategic partnerships that strengthen Oregon’s resilience to cyberattacks. We'll also explore the benefits and challenges of AI in digital security.

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#DucksAfield

Ducks are everywhere! This exciting social campaign shows UO Alumni travelling all around the world showing their Duck pride. As you plan your travels, be sure to pack your UO gear and share your awesome pictures with us using #DucksAfield or email alumni@uoregon.edu.

#DuckLoveStories

Did you meet your partner or spouse at the UO? Each year around Valentine’s Day we ask Ducks to share their stories of how they met their special someone through a connection to the UO. Use #DuckLoveStories on social media. Submit your own story to be included in a future campaign.

#DuckBabies and #DuckPets

We can’t get enough of babies...and pets! If you have a new addition to your family and they are in UO gear, share your announcement using #DuckBabies or favorite moment with your pet using #DuckPets.

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