April 30, 2026
Register by April 28

UO Kids on Campus Day invites employees to spend a day of quality time with the kids in their lives and showcase their workplaces. Departments and programs will host experiences that highlight their work and provide hands-on, engaging opportunities for kids. 

Last month, several CPFM employees, including Sarah Stoeckl, Steve Mital, Madeline Jonas-Lowery, and Emily Hamblen from the Office of Sustainability, Cassie Taylor, and Aaron Olsen from Campus Planning, as well as Taylor McHolm, Sadie Creemer, and several students from the Student Sustainability Center, attended WOHESC (the Western Oregon Higher Education Sustainability Conference) to explore climate justice, collective action, and community-centered solutions across higher education.

Here is a mix of photos from the official WOHESC collection as well as moments captured by University of Oregon attendees. The trip offered an inspiring opportunity to connect with peers from across the region, learn from innovative sessions, and reflect on the role universities play in advancing equitable and sustainable futures.

We are saddened to share the passing of our coworker Debra Morris, who passed away in March. Debra worked as a custodian on swing shift, serving CPFM and the campus with dedication and care.

Debra was a valued member of our team, and her contributions helped keep our facilities welcoming and running smoothly. She will be missed by those who had the opportunity to work with her and get to know her over the years.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Debra’s family, friends, and all coworkers who are grieving her loss. Please keep them in your thoughts during this difficult time.

On March 19th, Hoffman Construction hosted an event to celebrate the completion of Building 2 with the project delivery team. The team is made up of design professionals, special inspectors, trade partners, craftsmen and women, apprentices from all trades, and various campus partners. Team members have been working on project delivery anywhere from 6 months to 5 years, so it is an exciting time for the team as well as the research community moving in. On March 30th, the building opened to the public, coinciding with the first day of spring term. The ‘Riverfront Bistro’ will open at the end of April, serving coffee, breakfast, and lunch.

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s food drive! Your generosity and teamwork brought us very close to reaching our goal of $2000, and the outpouring of support truly made a difference.

Every donation counted, and together we helped provide much‑needed food to our community. We are grateful to all who contributed and helped make this effort such a success.

The University of Oregon was recently named on Travel + Leisure’s list of the Most Beautiful College Campuses in the U.S. It’s a well‑deserved nod to the natural beauty that makes the Eugene campus such a special place to learn and work!

Millrace Natural Area Restoration Day
(April 11th; 10:00am-1:00pm)

Join assistant Natural Areas Steward Sophia Beffert for our first restoration day of Spring term! Meet in front of Wilkinson House. Bring weather-appropriate clothes and closed-toe shoes. We will bring the snacks, coffee and tools!

Biodiversity Bioblitz (Apr. 25th; 10:00am-1:00pm)
With City Nature Challenge

Join an international community science effort to document the wildlife and plants of the UO Natural Areas!  Join a nature walk or find species on your own! No experience necessary – experts will be on hand to help identify the diverse, exciting species that you find. Meet in front of Wilkinson House.

ASUO Spring Street Faire (May 6th- 8th; 9:00am-TBD)
With UO Zero Waste

Join us at the street faire to learn more about how we can protect the environment through opportunities to recycle at the UO and restoration of the UO Natural Areas. Find our booth on 13th street!

University Day (May 14th; 9:00am-2:00pm)
With UO Landscaping and Grounds

Take part in a campus-wide beautification event on the Millrace Natural Area alongside the Natural Areas Program and Landscaping and Grounds Team. Help us prepare for a beautiful spring by extending our Millrace nature trail and removing invasive species! Meets at the NW corner of Franklin Blvd and Onyx.

Birding by Bike (May 24th; 4:00pm-6:00pm)
With UO Transportation Services and Greater Eugene Area Riders (GEARs)

Join us for a fun evening of bird watching by bike. We will meet at the UO Bike Program (EMU room 008). Cycle along the river path and stop to bird watch along the way! The ride ends at Oakshire Public house (207 Madison St) – feel free to hang out after the ride! No birding experience needed. BYOB (Bring Your Own Binoculars)

Bob Lyman from the Lockshop strikes a red-carpet pose while on the job fixing locks at Hayward.

Learning and Professional Development

April 7 or 29: Electrical Safety for Non-electricians (Duck ID login required)

April 8: How Does Career Readiness Work? - How the University Works Series (Duck ID login required)

April 9: Three Steps to Concur Travel Success (Duck ID login required)

April 24: Global Engagement, Local Procedures: Making Sense of Export Controls at the UO, FYI Fridays (Duck ID login required)

I wanted to give some thanks for, who I assume is, your swing shift plant operator (Nick). We had a large steam leak in the basement at 10:30 PM on Friday night, and he was able to help us isolate/mitigate the issue so that we can make a permanent repair today.

Please let him know that his help was much appreciated. -Kevin Farthing

It was a last-minute request and you totally came through for me! Thank you! – Anonymous (Staff)

Outstanding work by Tucker from the lock shop. Calvin Kenney, Athletics

Thank you for adding another paper towel dispenser in the 2nd floor Lawrence bathroom. That is very much appreciated - Anonymous

I just wanted to pass along our appreciation for the new improved cleaning on the 2nd floor of Pacific. It's noticeably better in the restrooms now and the timing (and quality) of the hallway cleanings and trash changes is a great improvement as well. 
Many thanks for the change-up and kudos to whomever is doing the work now, it's much better than it's been in quite some time.
Much appreciated! - Alison Coluccio

Thanks for fixing the sink so quickly and letting me know when it was done! – Anonymous (Student)

Thank you for the amazing, fast fix. It was working again within hours! – Anonymous

Thank you for your help!  Barry Hughes, Earth Sciences

The person on the job was professional and courteous. Rachel Kahn, COB

I really appreciate how quickly paper towels and soap are refilled when asked. This request was for batteries in the paper towel dispensers in a bathroom. The work was done quickly! They are both working again. Thank you! - Anonymous

Monday, April 6-10: UO’s Week of Research & Innovation 

Tues, April 7, 1:00 - 2:00 pm: Collaborative Research in Disaster Resilience, PSC Visualization Lab, Allan Price Science Commons and Research Library

Tues, April 7, 3:00 - 4:30 pm: Science Communication Showcase, Redwood Room 

April 7: Advancing Ducks: The Impact of Advocacy and Philanthropy at UO

April 8: Bloodworks Northwest Blood Drive

Wed, April 8, 2:00 - 4:00 pm: Guided Tour of Neuroscience at the UO, including a tour of the Zebrafish International Resource Center (ZIRC)

Thurs, April 9: 4;00 - 6:00 pm: Innovation Showcase, Chiles Business Center, room 128

Fri, April 10, Sustainability and the Olympic Movement with Dr. Yoav Dubinsky, Lillis Hall Room 282

Fri, April 10 - Sat, April 11: Summit for Sustainable Organizations 

Sunday, April 12, 6:00 pm: Vietnamese Student Association 35th Annual Culture Show, EMU Ballroom, $5 tickets

Monday, April 13, 7:00 pm: Lecture by Israeli-American scholar Omer Bartov on “Israel, what went wrong?”, FAC Ballroom

April 14: Advantage Home Plus: Homebuying and Financing 101

April 14 and 15: Spring Bike Schools

April 15: Introduction to Oregon Savings Growth Plan and PERS

April through June 21: Re-envisioned – Contemporary Portraits of our Black Ancestors, by Jeremy Okai Davis, MNCH (free with UO ID)

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