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Williams at the podium for the introduction of her thesis defense

Knight Campus celebrates first bioengineering PhD graduate

January 24, 2025
Kylie Williams, PhD '24, is the first UO alum to earn a degree in engineering. Now at a Knight Campus spinout, she is advancing the use of implantable sensors to optimize exercise regimens during healing from bone injuries.
Michael Bishop, Brian McAndrew, and Jamie Slade at the 2010 Rose Bowl

Supwitchugirl: Where are they now?

January 10, 2025

Michael Bishop, Brian McAndrew, and Jamie Slade created the iconic “I Love My Ducks” songs in 2009 and 2010. The videos became smashing hits overnight and helped launch the careers of the Supwitchugirl members. Discover what they’ve been up to since graduation in 2010.

Mark Fretz, MArch, ’13 (architecture)

Creating housing solutions through sustainable mass timber

January 10, 2025

Mark Fretz, MArch ’13 (architecture), is working to solve Oregon’s housing crisis through collaboration. One of his most recent projects involves a prototype for a 760 square-foot home built with prefabricated mass plywood panels.

Media Mentions
Innovation University celebrates Oregon Ducks’ impact on design

Innovation University celebrates Oregon Ducks’ impact on design

December 12, 2022
As a highly touted recruit out of the Bay Area in the early 2000s, wide receiver Garren Strong, BS '07, remembers precisely when the University of Oregon first got on his radar. “I can say that the uniform design is one of the things that got me really interested in Oregon,” he said.
Laila Macharia: Inside the mind of top investor

Laila Macharia: Inside the mind of top investor

December 12, 2022
From her 14th-floor corner office at the I&M Bank Tower, Laila Macharia, JD '07, has an eagle’s view of Nairobi’s bustling central business district (CBD). This vantage point in a way mirrors her place among the top dealmakers in Kenya’s corporate boardrooms and investing circles.
International track star among dozen inducted into Hall of Fame

International track star among dozen inducted into Hall of Fame

November 23, 2022
Alameda native and professional track-and-field athlete Cooper Teare, BS '21, was the headliner at St. Joseph Notre Dame’s (SJND) 2022 Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony Saturday, April 30, at Kelly Gymnasium on SJND’s campus.
Career News
Associate Annie Stuller Join Holland & Hart in Denver

Associates Tony Arias, Annie Stuller Join Holland & Hart in Denver

July 12, 2024
Holland & Hart announced on July 10 the addition of two associates in Denver, intellectual property associate Tony Arias and employment law associate Annie Stuller, JD ’19. Stuller counsels public and private employers on best practices to comply with state and federal law. When disputes arise, she represents employers in state and federal court and before administrative agencies on various issues, including wage and hour law, discrimination, retaliation and wrongful discharge. She’s also an experienced workplace investigator with a certificate from the Association of Workplace Investigators. She received her J.D. from the University of Oregon School of Law.
Robert Morris MBB Hires New Staffer

Robert Morris MBB Hires New Staffer

July 12, 2024
On Thursday, Robert Morris basketball announced the hiring of new video manager Blake Kingsley Jr., BS ’17 Kingsley is a University of Oregon graduate. He began his career in the industry as a student manager for the Oregon Ducks women’s basketball team.
Video Highlights
CIO Panel

C-Suite Breakfast featuring CIOs

January 8, 2019

Brandon Gatke, MS ’08 and Dale Goodno, MS '98 are two Ducks in chief information officer positions. Watch as they discuss their experiences and reflect on leadership, teamwork, integrity, and career advancement.

CEO&President Panel

C-Suite Breakfast featuring CEOs/Presidents

January 8, 2019

Watch this inaugural UO C-Suite Breakfast, where we spotlight, Stuart Allen, BS ’85, and Bob Peterson, BS ’74, engage in active and insightful conversation about leadership, community, and career advancement.

Duck Insider: Unconventional Routes for Career Success

June 12, 2017

A career path rarely follows a straight line – a successful career path follows your passions through unconventional twists and turns. Watch this webinar to learn how Boaz Hillebrand, BA '09 and Gloria Kim, BA '10 let their unique interests, "ah-ha" moments, and personality guide them to careers they now love.

Duck Insider: Careers for the Social Good

December 1, 2016

Three Duck Insiders share their career journeys and the passions that led them to where they are today ... Though their careers differ and the work they do impacts different parts of the world, they have a shared authenticity and inspiring insight for anyone interested in social impact work.

Personal Finance: 101

September 27, 2016

As part of the Career Success series, Personal Finance: 101, discusses the basics of money management, debt repayment, and financial goals. A special thanks to Oregon Community Credit Union for sponsoring this presentation!

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#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.

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