6:00–7:00 p.m.
The Oregon Chinese Diaspora Project uses community archaeology and public history to document the rich history and heritage of early Chinese Oregonians. Join archaeologist Chelsea Rose for highlights of recent projects that showcase the extent and impact of the Chinese immigrant community in early statehood.
3:30–6:00 p.m.
History welcomes our students back to campus with a casual get-together! Join us for free pizza, hors d’oeuvres, and beverages; learn what’s happening in the department this year; and connect with the History community.
Free and open to all History undergraduates, graduates, faculty, and staff!
2:00 p.m.
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY Promotion to Associate Professor Seminar
Julia Widom
“Fluorescent Probes of RNA Structure: Photophysics and Applications in RNA-Based Sensing”
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Not sure where to start with career planning? You’re not alone! Join us for a hands-on workshop that introduces the many resources available to graduate students at the University of Oregon. It’s never too early or too late to start shaping your career path. Learn how to make the most of career tools, campus programs, and professional development opportunities designed to help you explore options, build confidence, and take your next steps forward. Register for this free event at https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/0198e2b551ef7f9fb7c0ca9a85f6e27c to receive the Zoom link.
This is the first of seven events as part of the GradEdge: Midweek Career Workshops series. Join us every Wednesday afternoon this term!
4:30–6:00 p.m.
Myunp Sum Lim Lecture Series in Korean Studies
Performer:
Jordan VanHemert
Assistant Professor of Saxophone and Director of Jazz Studies
Northeastern State University
The performance is based on Dr. VanHemert's second album, "Nomad" where he explores concepts of home and what it means to explore Korean American identity through Jazz. In his words, "In this project, I reharmonized several Korean folk and children's songs to present them to new audiences and preserve our musical culture." His band members also bring many different Korean identities.
Event sponsors: the Oregon Humanities Center, Academic Residential and Research Initiatives—Faculty in Residence Program, Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures, and Center for Asian and Pacific Studies.
6:30–8:00 p.m.
In the ten years since the US Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, which made marriage equality the law of the land, the LGBTQ+ community has achieved unprecedented progress and experienced unfathomable loss. This panel recounts the struggle for marriage equality—at the ballot, in the courts, and in the streets—the immediate response, and the setbacks and new fault lines that have emerged in the advancement of LGBTQ+ rights.
noon
Join us for an informative workshop designed to demystify the academic job search process. Ideal for graduate students currently on the job market or anticipating their search within the next year. This session will cover essential strategies and best practices for securing your ideal academic position. Topics will cover:
- Navigating the academic job market timeline and process
- Crafting a strong dossier (CV, cover letter, research statement, diversity statement, teaching statement)
- Strategies for targeting job openings and standing out as a candidate
- Best practices for managing references and application materials
- Preparing your references for a successful recommendation
- Recommendations for valuable campus resources and academic job posting boards
- and more!
All graduate students are welcome!
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Are you looking for ways to really stand out as a candidate?
Come learn about the basics of resume and cover letter writing and have the opportunity to ask questions on formatting, structure, your own resume tailoring, and much more! Questions welcomed and encouraged!
This workshop is hosted by the University Career Center's Career Readiness Coaching team! To learn more about career coaching, drop-in peer advising, and other career readiness workshops and events visit career.uoregon.edu/coaching or stop by the UCC in Tykeson Hall-Garden Level
This event is part of the 2025 Fall Career Readiness Week. To learn more about all of the week's events visit http://career.uoregon.edu/events
2:00–3:30 p.m.
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies A Place of Our Own Talk and Light Reception with June Thomas
June Thomas is a journalist and podcaster and the author of A Place of Our Own: Six Spaces that Shaped Queer Women’s Culture (Seal Press, 2024). She spent 25 years at Slate magazine as a writer, editor, and podcast host/producer, and her freelance work has appeared in outlets including Bloomberg Businessweek, Marie Claire, the New York Times’ T magazine, the Washington Post and the Advocate. After 40 years in America, she now lives in Edinburgh, Scotland.
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Thinking about an Experiential Learning Opportunity? Hear from scholarship recipients!
Curious about internships, research, study abroad, or leadership experiences and how to fund them? Join us for a student-focused panel featuring recipients of the College of Arts and Sciences Experiential Learning Opportunity (ELO) Scholarship, who will share how they found, funded, and made the most of their ELOs.
Panelists include:
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Yazzie Chee (Class of 2024), who completed his ELO in undergraduate research.
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Larissa Vandehey (Class of 2025), whose ELO was in the Hallett Lab.
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One or two current students wrapping up summer 2025 ELOs.
Whether you're planning your first Experiential Learning Opportunity or preparing to apply for the ELO Scholarship, this is a chance to hear real stories, ask questions, and get inspired. Learn how to connect your interests to meaningful experiences and how the ELO Scholarship can help make it happen.
*Light snacks provided; contact careerlab@uoregon.edu with questions.