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University to host Gilbert and Sullivan comic operetta, The Pirates of Penzance, set for June 6-8, 12-15, 19-22, and 26-29 in Mago Hunt Center Theater

May 16, 2008 The Gilbert and Sullivan comic operetta, The Pirates of Penzance, a beloved classic tale of pirates and police, is this summer’s professional production at the University of Portland. The classic operetta, directed by Greg Tamblyn, is s (more)

Three recent University of Portland graduates earn prestigious post-graduate research and teaching awards for Europe

May 14, 2008 Three University of Portland graduates from the recent class of 2008 have been awarded prestigious scholarships and grants to teach or conduct research in Europe. Jeanie Toscano received a research Fulbright grant to investigate educational (more)

Center for Entrepreneurship announces 2008-09 Entrepreneur Scholars Program class

May 12, 2008 The  University of Portland’s Center for Entrepreneurship is pleased to announce that 20 undergraduate students have been accepted into the Entrepreneur Scholars Program for the 2008-09 academic year. The E-Scholar (more)

Distance runner Derek Mandell to compete for Guam in Summer Olympics

May 8, 2008 Sunday was a good day for University of Portland runner Derek Mandell. After going through graduation and receiving his degree in organizational communication, Mandell received a phone call from the President of the Guam Track and Field Associati (more)

University of Portland confers 607 bachelor’s and 162 master’s degrees at 2008 commencement

May 5, 2008 Noted author and journalist Peggy Noonan gave the keynote address 2008 University of Portland graduating class at the commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 4. Noonan spoke before a capacity crowd of more than 4,800 that included graduates, their (more)

Former UP Standout Erik Spoelstra Named Miami Heat Head Coach

Apr 29, 2008 MIAMI , Fla. --- Former University of Portland standout guard Erik Spoelstra was named the head coach of the Miami Heat on Monday, succeeding Pat Riley who retired from the bench but will remain w (more)

Blanchet House of Hospitality appoints Laurie Kelley to Board of Directors

Apr 28, 2008 Blanchet House Executive Director Brian Ferschweiler is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurie Kelley as the newest member to the Blanchet House Board of Directors. The Blanchet House operated prior t (more)

University to unveil “Low Carbon” menu options to celebrate Earth Day, Tuesday, April 22

Apr 21, 2008 The University of Portland, in partnership with food service provider Bon Appetit Management Company, will launch a low carbon, sustainable dining menu to celebrate Earth Day, Tuesday, April 22. The initiative is the latest in a series of steps th (more)