At Oregon State University, it is our tradition for all faculty and staff to gather together on University Day, a celebratory launch to the academic year. University Day and includes a powerful keynote address, meaningful discussion, awards recognition, and fun prizes for participants.

Check out the recording of last year's keynote presentation recorded Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022

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  • Welcome Remarks by Provost and Executive Vice President Edward Feser
  • 2021 Faculty and Staff Awards Recognition
  • Remarks by Faculty Senate President, Dr. Selina Heppell
  • Remarks by Interim President Becky Johnson
  • Remarks by Dr. Holden Thorp, Keynote speaker
  • Conversation with Dr. Thorp moderated by Dr. Heppell and Dr. Rebecca Vega-Thurber

In keeping with OSU’s commitment to supporting personal wellness and public health, University Day 2021 was held virtually.

2020 University Day presentation

 

2019 University Day presentation

 

2018 University Day presentation

2017 University Day presentation

2016 University Day presentation

2015 University Day presentation

2014 University Day presentation

Speaker: Jeff Selingo

2013 University Day presentation

Speaker:  Caryn McTighe Musil

2012 University Day presentation

Panelists:  James Cassidy, Susie Brubaker-Cole, Don Neubaum and Susana Rivera-Mills

2011 University Day presentation

Speaker:  Kevin Fitzgerald

2010 University Day presentation

 

2009 University Day presentation