6:45 a.m.
Prepare for a night of Ducks pride as we host our inaugural University of Oregon Night at the San Francisco Giants. Join UO students, alumni, faculty, and fans by bringing the energy of Autzen Stadium to Oracle Park. A portion of the proceeds from each special event ticket will benefit scholarships for students from northern California studying at the University of Oregon. Go Ducks!
Tickets: $34. Buy your tickets by Sunday, June 30.
Ticket purchases include:
Game Ticket: San Francisco Giants vs. Oakland A’s surrounded by fellow Ducks! Event Item: Giants/University of Oregon Co-Branded Beanie10:00–11:00 a.m.
New, incoming, international graduate students! Your arrival date is approaching fast! Join us for another "Coming to Oregon Graduate Student Group" session for an hour to have an informal time via Zoom with other students like you and UO staff. Ask questions and learn from each other! Register here. You may join us also for the later session at 9:00 pm PST. Register here for the later session.
9:00–10:00 p.m.
New, incoming, international graduate students! Your arrival date is approaching fast! Join us for another "Coming to Oregon Graduate Student Group" session for an hour to have an informal time via Zoom with other students like you and UO staff. Ask questions and learn from each other! Register here. You may join us also for the earlier session at 10:00 am PST. Register here for the earlier session.
4:00–6:00 p.m.
Join us for an informal gathering, conversation, and refreshments while connecting with CINE alumni and faculty in the Los Angeles area. This is a great opportunity for alumni involved in all aspects of film, TV, and media to help build a stronger UO cinema community in Los Angeles. Other UO alumni, friends, and family are also welcome to attend! Tables in the back patio will be reserved.
Hosted by Assistant Professor Masami Kawai and Associate Professor Daniel Gómez Steinhart
For more information and to RSVP, please visit the Cinema Studies website.
RSVP is appreciated but not required to attend.
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The GE Day of Teaching provides is an opportunity for new GEs to learn foundational teaching skills and topics as well as what quality teaching means at UO (it's professional, inclusive, engaged, and research-informed!). It's also an opportunity to meet other GEs and build community, and to learn about resources that support the vibrant teaching community here.
Free. Registration at https://oregon.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6gH3SBdROWB1e8S
Full schedule and more details at https://teaching.uoregon.edu/ge-day-teaching
6:30–8:30 p.m.
THE SCIENCE PROGRAM TO INSPIRE CREATIVITY AND EXCELLENCE (SPICE) WILL HOLD THE 13TH ANNUAL “SCIENCE OPEN HOUSE."
The purpose of this event is to help connect community families and educators to science outreach programs on campus and in the community. All activities are completely free and open to the public! There will be something fun for children of all ages.
Hands-on activities and demonstrations will include the Flubber Factory, the Egg Drop, Laser Maze, and much more. Attendees can also sign up for the Science Pentathlon where they’ll complete five activities in the core science disciplines (biology, chemistry, and physics).
8:00–11:00 a.m.
Calling all graduate students and postdoctoral scholars! If you are considering a faculty, researcher, lecturer, postdoc, or other academic-adjacent position, then consider attending the 2024 BIG10+ Academia Career Fair, offered in a virtual, highly interactive, and completely free, format! Details and sign up on Handshake at https://uoregon.joinhandshake.com/stu/career_fairs/48820
Meet with academies and research organizations.Interact with recruiters through video, audio, or chat. Discover new tenure, non-tenure track (lecturers, researchers,...etc.), postdoctoral trainee, & fellowship career opportunities. All levels of graduate students and postdocs (1st years to those finishing) are welcome to explore career opportunities in academia and research. Never wait in line, ever. Pre-schedule individual (10 minutes - recommended for those looking for jobs now or completing their program in 2025) and/or group sessions (30 minutes) with organizations ahead of the fair or on the day-of the career fair. Both types of sessions are limited, so don't miss out! Once registered, you can add sessions with recruiters for specific organizations attending the career fair.DEADLINE for C.V. submissions is Tuesday, October 8th at 9:00 PM Pacific Time. This is a HARD deadline, so submit early just in case you have technical difficulties. It is recommended that you add your C.V. on Handshake, as this platform is a great place to search and apply for positions at your level.
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Fall Career & Internship Expo on 10/24? Drop-in with a career readiness coach or peer coach in Tykeson Hall Commons to get feedback on your resume! Free cookies & hot chocolate too :)
Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one!
Want to apply for the Peace Corps? We'll also have returned Peace Corps volunteers available to review resumes and give advice about the application process with any interested students! Ask for Carolyn Williams!
This University Career Center event is part of the 2024 Fall Career Readiness Week sponsored by Enterprise Mobility and Sherwin Williams. To learn more about all of the week's events visit http://career.uoregon.edu/events
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Why YOU should come to this Expo...
You're curious about your future. Explore different career paths and job roles across industries. EXPOse yourself to unique career pathways that can use your career readiness skills and passions to make an impact in the world. You want to make connections. These organizations LOVE to hire Ducks and want to help you find your career fit. You might even meet UO alumni recruiting for them at the expo. Ask a recruiter what career readiness skills you can be building now to make you a top candidate in the present or future (and add them to your Linkedin network for future connections!). You want to find a job, internship, year of service, volunteer opportunity, and more! If you're actively job searching, have your resume ready to hand out and a short and sweet synopsis about yourself and your professional interests ready to go! If you're just exploring options, collect contact info, do some additional research, and do an informational interview to learn more before you apply. You want to build your confidence! Practice asking questions of employers AND sharing about who you are and what you're passionate about. Every expo you attend and each time you approach a recruiter, you get more and more comfortable presenting yourself in a professional manner.WHO'S COMING? Find your career fit with over 70+ employers comprised of private industry; public, educational, and non-profit organizations; local government, the federal government, law enforcement, and military--ALL on campus and excited to share more with you about their organization and early career talent opportunities. Open to students from ALL majors, classifications, and identities. Every expo looks a little different so come each term to keep exploring and expanding your career opportunities!
WHAT NEXT? Register for the Expo on Handshake today to learn about all the companies coming, and positions of interest you can be researching. We'll also send you tips and advice for how to make the most of the expo, including Career Readiness Week workshops like our Resume Extravaganza so you can have a great resume to hand to potential employers!
The University Career Center gives a special thanks to Enterprise Mobility, and Sherwin Williams for sponsoring all of our Fall Career Readiness Week events and workshops!
For a full list of Winter Career Readiness Week (October 18-25)) events and workshops, check out http://career.uoregon.edu/events
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Should you go to grad school? Going to graduate school is a BIG life decision! You can gain specialized knowledge, research, connections, and expertise in your chosen field, which can lead to better career opportunities and increased earning potential. However, it's essential to carefully consider your goals, commitment, and financial situation before deciding to pursue further education. Coming to this event is a great first step!
Explore your interest in pursuing an advanced degree at the Graduate School Fair! (11/13 from 11am-3pm in the EMU Ballrooms)
This event offers a valuable opportunity for you to learn about various graduate programs (both at the UO and other top universities!) and the benefits they provide to prepare you for a career in research, academia, or specialized industry roles. Talk to recruiters about the application process and financial aid, or ask them about career outcomes for students who pursue advanced degrees--this is your opportunity to explore and learn!
Whether you're still exploring career paths or ready to apply for the coming year, the fair is open to students at any stage of your academic journey.
Highlights of the fair:
Representatives from graduate programs across the United States (including the University of Oregon), offering a diverse range of degree programs and academic disciplines including: Architecture & Design Business Management Child Behavioral Health Education Environmental Studies Health Sciences Humanities & Arts Law & Legal Studies Media & Communications Public Affairs & Policy STEM Social Sciences and more! Mini-Workshops featuring career readiness coaches, who will demystify the application process, writing your purpose statement, and provide tips for maximizing your experience at the fair.Don't miss this chance to expand your horizons and discover the possibilities that await you in the world of higher education!
Register on Handshake today to learn about all the schools coming and get tips and advice for how to make the most of the fair.
For more information, visit the Unviersity Career Center in Tykeson-Garden Level to learn more about how the UCC supports students applying to grad school through career coaching and document reviews!