July 2023 | University of Portland

News - July 2023

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After the War

Portland Magazine

July 27, 2023

An undergraduate researcher started to ask questions about the experiences of Japanese Americans after their incarceration on US soil during WWII. These “stories of return” are largely missing from the history books. She decided to do something about that.

every-note

Every Note is a Memory

Portland Magazine

July 25, 2023

For one collector, set lists are a gateway to the good vibrations of the past.

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The First Real Six-String

Portland Magazine

Performing and Fine Arts

July 25, 2023

The story of an instrument and two of its makers, more than a century apart.

Dr. Robert Kelly

President Kelly appointed to University of St. Thomas Board of Trustees

President

July 17, 2023

UP President, Dr. Robert Kelly, has been appointed as a trustee to the board of the University of St. Thomas.

Dr DeVaughn

Governor Kotek appoints Pamplin School Dean Dr. Michael DeVaughn to the Port of Portland Commission

Business

July 14, 2023

On June 16, the Oregon Senate approved Governor Kotek’s appointment of Dr. Michael DeVaughn to the Port of Portland Commission.

Rapinoe World Cup 2019

UP Alum Megan Rapinoe announces her retirement

Athletics

Alumni

July 13, 2023

After a storied career spanning two decades, Rapinoe leaves a venerable legacy as an icon of women’s soccer.