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.
Office of the Provost Updates
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.
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.
Search launched for Dean of College of Education
Provost Chris Long has launched a national search for the College of Education's new dean.
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.
Search launched for Dean of School of Journalism and Communcation
Provost Chris Long has launched a national search for the next dean of the School of Journalism and Communication.
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.
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).
Tentative agreement reached with United Academics
The University of Oregon and United Academics reach tentative contract agreement after lengthy negotiations.
Update on UA bargaining — faculty salary offer
The University of Oregon has responded to UA's counteroffer with a counterproposal before the next mediation session on Thursday, March 27.