February 2016 Government & Community Relations Update
Sen. Wyden attends roundtable on sustainable forest product design
Last week, Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) joined UO President Michael Schill at a roundtable on the future of wood products manufacturing and design. The discussion highlighted the roles education and research can play in creating jobs and boosting the economy.
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House passes bill requiring all NSF research be done in “the national interest”
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed another bill threatening peer review.
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March revenue forecast released
The March revenue forecast for Oregon was released on February 10. The state’s mix of industries and net migration flows helped Oregon outpace the nation on wage and job growth. However, declines in equity markets and corporate profits have led to a reduction in future revenue expectations.
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2016 Oregon Legislative Session Update
The fourth week of session is underway and lawmakers are focused on wrapping up remaining policy bills and finalizing the budget. The Legislature has until March 6 to conclude its business, but it is likely that adjournment will take place early next week.
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Legislative session starts, UO to participate in University Day on February 11
The 2016 Oregon State Legislative Session convened on Monday, February 1. The session lasts for 35 days, ending in early March.
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Students and UO employees join in community service projects that benefit near campus neighborhoods and local food bank
UO employees are taking on the Governor’s State Employees Food Drive for the month of February. The goal is to raise 100,000 pounds of food.
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The City Club of Eugene hosts UO President Schill as guest speaker
UO President Michael Schill was guest speaker at the February 5 City Club of Eugene meeting on “Academic Excellence, Student Access, and the Educational Experience at the UO.” President Schill outlined some of his primary goals for the university, and addressed the relationships and partnerships between the UO and the local community.
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