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Task Force to Elevate the Arts and Design at UO

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Executive Vice Provost for Academic Affairs Kate Morris will lead the task force that will advise Provost Long on the concept of a new college to unlock the full potential of the creative arts, design, and architecture at the University of Oregon.

Digital accessibility: Expectations for Fall syllabi

Provost Long and AVP Commissiong share expectation that all Fall syllabi will be digitally accessible to students, as well as resources and training opportunities to assist faculty in meeting that expectation.

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Digital accessibility: Help make UO inclusive

Provost Long and AVP Commissiong share a message with UO faculty and academic leaders about the importance of digital accessibility, along with guidelines and resources for compliance.

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Joint Message: Academic Freedom, Our Animating Principle

Provost Long and Senate President Mason sent the following message to UO faculty and graduate employees on January 7.

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Big Ten Academic Alliance opens up new academic leadership programs for UO faculty

For UO faculty and administrators, joining the Big Ten means opportunities to learn, share, and developing leadership skills with peers from other academic heavyweights in the conference.

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Meet Deborah Keyek-Franssen, the new Associate Vice Provost for UO Online and CPE

Deborah Keyek-Franssen comes to Oregon from the University of Utah, where she served as associate vice president and dean of University Connected Learning.

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Meet Kate Morris, the UO's new Executive Vice Provost for Academic Affairs

In a Q&A, Morris discusses her leadership style, the challenges facing higher ed, and her first impressions of Eugene.

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Commencement Changes Starting in 2026

Provost Long and VP for Student Life Angela Chong outline changes to the format of the university's commencement ceremonies starting next year.

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Response to Student Worker Union Disruptions

Provost Long and Chief Human Resources Officer Schmelz respond to recent campus disruptions caused by the University of Oregon Student Workers union (UOSW).

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Tentative agreement reached with United Academics

The University of Oregon and United Academics reach tentative contract agreement after lengthy negotiations.

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