University of Oregon Portland

Thank you to everyone who came out to support University Day at UO Portland! Hundreds of plants have new homes around campus and will provide pops of color well into fall. Keep an eye out for painted rocks near the Campus Center patio.

A Duck tradition since 1904..

University Day is back on Thursday, May 14, from 9 a.m.–2 p.m! Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members are invited to roll up their sleeves and help transform our campus through planting, cleanup, and hands-on service projects.

Volunteer for just one hour and score a free T-shirt!
https://bit.ly/4eRZuRZ

Last chance to register for Ducks in Portland happening this Saturday!
Join us for a dynamic main-stage conversation on the future of women in sports with Oregon Women’s Basketball standout Sofia Bell, BA '25 alongside fellow Ducks Heather Davis, BA '99 (Portland Timbers), Lauren Anderson, MBA '99 (Warsaw Sports Business Center), and Debora Pleva (The Sports Bra).

After the panel, immerse yourself in UO Portland with an interactive campus tour:
-Have the chance to win Portland Fire tickets with UOAA
-Play Augmented Reality soccer with The Oregon Reality Lab
-Discover Highland Hall’s award-winning architecture,
-Create a custom design with Sports Product Design,
-And connect with innovative programs, groundbreaking research, and the vibrant UO community.

Reception to follow.

Spots are filling up quickly—register now: https://bit.ly/4cTKnED

Visit one of our drop-in sessions at the University of Oregon Portland Campus in the Library and Learning Center Atrium Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:30-10:00 a.m. to see how OLLI-UO works and meet others with a love of learning. Then stay for class at 10:00 a.m. to give it a try—for free! https://osher.uoregon.edu/free-trial/

Excited to announce: Oregon Women’s Basketball standout Sofia Bell joins Ducks in Portland on May 2!

Bell will join Heather Davis (CEO, Portland Timbers), Lauren Anderson (Director, Warsaw Sports Business Center), and Debora Pleva (SVP, The Sports Bra) for a main-stage conversation about the future of women in sports.

After the panel, explore an immersive 16-stop tour of UO Portland:

Play Augmented Reality Soccer with the Oregon Reality Lab.

Visit the largest research collection in Oregon and sign up for a UO Portland Library card.

See stunning physical models and digital displays from our Architecture program in award‑winning Highland Hall.

Design your own custom key chain with Sports Product Design.
Learn about innovative programs like the Ballmer Institute, Law, Oregon Executive MBA, School Psychology, and our research centers.

Stop by the UO Alumni Association to win Portland Fire tickets
Discover what the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offers our Portland community.

Explore inviting student spaces built for collaboration and relaxation.
Register: https://bit.ly/41sIIkt

Ducks in Portland 🦆 May 2.

Join us for a main-stage conversation celebrating the University of Oregon’s athletic legacy and the future of women in sports—featuring the CEO of the Portland Timbers, Heather Davis, BA '98, UO Director of the Warsaw Sports Business Center, Lauren Anderson, MBA '99, and the SVP of Marketing and Operations, The Sports Bra, Deborah Pleva. Hosted by UO President Karl Scholz, VP of UO Portland Jane Gordon, and Sr. Associate VP of Development Wesley Stewart.

Then, experience an immersive tour of UO’s Portland campus—explore Innovation Commons and Highland Hall, engage with hands-on student programs, and see how the next generation is shaping the industry.

We’ll wrap up with a festive reception in the Alumni Atrium—connect with speakers and fellow Ducks.

We're building momentum for Oregon Rising and our Portland ties.

Register now, space is limited!

https://giving.uoregon.edu/event/ducks-in-portland

At the UO Portland Innovation Building, students are turning bold ideas into real-world solutions. In the Sports Product Management program, they take on projects that challenge conventional thinking and apply design in creative, impactful ways.

One exciting example? Students are reimagining the ballet pointe shoe. Their work focuses on enhancing comfort, improving performance, and creating a more equitable experience for athletes. It’s a perfect mix of research, innovation, and hands-on problem-solving.

Watch the project come to life here: https://youtu.be/sEK4HsWHRIA?si=v3DHWh2jLv5-_Wji

Learn more about the innovative research and projects happening on the UO Portland campus every day: https://pdx.uoregon.edu/

A new pointe shoe | Designed for comfort and durability What does it take to redesign one of the most traditional pieces of athletic equipment?At the University of Oregon’s Portland campus, students in the Sports ...

From managing corporate tax departments to trekking 800 miles up the Amazon River, our members bring incredible life stories to the OLLI-UO community!

Today, we’re highlighting Linda Krogh, an OLLI-UO member who transitioned from a career in Seattle to years of social justice activism in Eastern Washington. Now a Portland resident, she’s found a new home for her passion for discovery in OLLI classes located at the University of Oregon Portland.

Join us at OLLI-UO and find your people! Whether you’re new to town or a long-time local, there’s always something new to discover at our sites in Portland, Eugene, and Bend. https://osher.uoregon.edu/index.php

During the month of February, we celebrate Black History Month as a reminder to honor Black achievement — their influence, strength, and greatness. How many leaders didn’t give up fighting for what’s right and taking a moment to realize we had and still have Black leaders doing that.

“Believe in yourself, learn, and never stop wanting to build a better world.” — Mary McLeod Bethune