Governor's Office of Diversity & Inclusion/Affirmative Action

Governor’s Office of Diversity & Inclusion/Affirmative Action Diversity & Inclusion News, Resources, Job Opportunities

September 30 , 2014 STAFF

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month Frank Garcia, Jr., Director Raised: Dayton, OR History Held each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)

is a national campaign that raises awareness about disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities. The Theme for 2014 is “Expect. Employ. Empower.”

NDEAM’s roots go back to 1945, when Congress enacted a law declaring the first week in October each year “National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week.” In Jenny Lee Berry, 1962, the word “physically” was removed to acknowledge the employment needs Deputy Director and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities. In 1988, Congress Raised: Beaverton, OR expanded the week to a month and changed the name to “National Disability Employment Awareness Month.” Upon its establishment in 2001, ODEP assumed responsibility for NDEAM and has worked to expand its reach and scope ever since.

Ideas for Employers and Employees Activities conducted by individual employers and their employees are an important part of National Disability Awareness Month (NDEAM). Access to these ideas can be found at: http://www.dol.gov/odep/topics/ndeam/employers.htm

Kelli Anne Rodrigues, Executive Assistant Here are a couple of upcoming events celebrating, empowering and bringing

Raised: Honolulu, HI awareness in Oregon this month:

SUBMISSIONS  October 9: Meet Business – Explore Careers with the State of Oregon, Salem, OR For submissions, questions or INFO: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-business-state-of-oregon- concerns please contact: tickets-13014890889 Frank Garcia, Jr. 255 Capitol Stre et NE, Ste. 126  October 14: Connecting Communities Coalition 2014 Annual Event – Salem, OR 97301 [email protected] Abilities in Motion, Portland, OR 503-986-6524 INFO: http://www.thecccoalition.org E-Newsletter available at: www.oregon.gov/gov/GovAA/  October 22: Night for Networking V – Connecting Business & Talent, Portland, OR INFO: www.ohsu.edu/aaeo/n4n

News Release September 25, 2014

Media Contact: Rachel Wray, 503-559-1277 Melissa Navas, 503-378-6496

Governor Kitzhaber Appoints Meagan A. Flynn to Court of Appeals

(Salem, OR) — Governor Kitzhaber today announced the appointment of Meagan A. Flynn to fill the upcoming

vacancy on the Court of Appeals created by the retirement of the Honorable Robert Wollheim. Judge Wollheim’s last day on the Court of Appeals will be October 31, 2014. The Governor thanked Judge Wollheim for his many years of distinguished service, both in and out of the courtroom, to the people of Oregon.

“Meagan Flynn is a seasoned and well-respected appellate advocate who is committed to the rule of law,” said Governor Kitzhaber. “As she joins one of the busiest appellate courts in the nation, I am confident she will not lose sight of the enormous impact each decision has on all Oregonians.”

Ms. Flynn received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and political science from Willamette University and a law degree from Gonzaga University College of Law. She began her career as a law clerk at the Oregon Court of Appeals for the Honorable Robert Durham and later for the Honorable Rick Haselton. Since 1994, she has been in private practice advocating on behalf of her clients in all areas of tort law as well as in employment and

insurance coverage disputes. Early in her career, Ms. Flynn negotiated, mediated, and litigated a large volume of personal injury and employment disputes for individuals with limited financial resources. More recently, she has specialized in appellate advocacy before Oregon’s appellate courts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Read more

News Release September 26, 2014

Media Contact: Melissa Navas, 503-378-6496 Rachel Wray, 503-559-1277

Governor Kitzhaber Launches Statewide Literacy Campaign; Recognizes Umpqua Bank as

Signature Partner

(Salem, OR) — Governor Kitzhaber will launch a new statewide literacy campaign to help children read by third grade with one of the initiative’s signature partners, Umpqua Bank.

The literacy campaign, called stORytime, promotes playing, talking, singing and reading with children to help them learn new words so students can be on track to read by third grade. Studies show that reaching that benchmark puts students on a path to success in school and in life. The Oregon Education Investment Board is organizing the campaign.

Umpqua stores in Oregon will support the literacy campaign. Davis will also talk about how businesses, families, community organizations, and schools can invest in the state's long-term economic prosperity by joining in to help children get an early start reading. Read more

News Release September 30, 2014

Media Contact: Melissa Navas, 503-378-6496 Rachel Wray, 503-559-1277

Governor Kitzhaber Launches Statewide Literacy Campaign Campaign signature partner Umpqua Bank commits to supporting reading with matching donation of up to $100,000 for books

(Salem, OR) — Governor Kitzhaber will launch a new statewide literacy campaign to help children read by third grade with one of the initiative’s signature partners, Umpqua Bank.

Ray Davis, Umpqua Bank’s CEO, will share news about the bank’s efforts to put more books in the hands of Oregon schoolchildren and about Umpqua's commitment to advancing education and literacy in Oregon. All Umpqua stores in Oregon will support the literacy campaign. Davis will also talk about how businesses, families, community organizations, and schools can invest in the state's long-term economic prosperity by joining in to help children get an early start reading.

The launch is the first of several literacy campaign events happening statewide. OEIB will host events throughout October and November for counties including Malheur, Yamhill, Coos and Douglas, Klamath and Multnomah.

At the Monday launch, the Governor will be joined by Ray Davis, CEO of Umpqua Bank; Nancy Golden, Chief Education Officer; and Portland Public Schools Superintendent Carole Smith.

Monday, September 29 1:30 pm Bridger School 7910 S.E. Market Portland

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The Governor’s Office Internship Program

The Oregon Governor’s Office Internship Program offers a variety of opportunities for students to gain professional experience in a dynamic environment at the State Capitol in Salem, Oregon. This is a unique opportunity for students to gain a unique glimpse into the inner workings of state government, and to gain an understanding of the value of public service.

As an intern you will receive exposure to the day-to-day operations in the Governor’s Constituent Affairs Office, and will be working directly with Oregon’s constituents. While here, you will be gathering opinions, assessing concerns, and acting as a resource agent for those seeking assistance from State and other agencies. You will gain insight into the issues which are important to Oregonians, and assist staff toward developing and maintaining an efficient operations model.

If you are passionate about public service, are looking to volunteer your time toward enriching your education, and are available to work from our Salem office, we want to hear from you.

Minimum Qualifications  Be a current undergraduate student or age 18 and older

 Ability to dedicate a minimum of eight hours per week during school, or 16 hours per week during the Summer break  Have reliable transportation  Have strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Application Instructions  Submit a resume and cover letter. Your letter should describe your interest in public service, and current educational goals.

 Provide at least two professional references along with your resume. References can be school staff, previous employers, or other adults who are not related to you, and who can speak to your character.

Pleas e submit via email to:

Katherine Bartlett Intern Coordinator

Office of Governor Kitzhaber [email protected] 503-378-6727

If you are unable to apply for the fall term, please visit our website for additional application deadlines: http://www.oregon.gov/gov/Pages/InternshipProgram.aspx

Proclamation Guidelines

Proclamations are issued by the Office of the Governor. They may recognize a day, week or month. The goal of a proclamation is to honor, celebrate, or create awareness of an event or significant issue. Official guidelines and a sample can be found here.

Guidelines 1. All proclamations must be submitted with at least a 30-day notice to allow for the approval process and the production of the document itself. 2. Proclamations are not automatically renewed. Requests must be made on an annual basis. If the request is for a repeat of a previous proclamation, a copy of that document should be included with the request form. 3. The Governor's Office reserves the right to approve or decline the production of a proclamation request and to edit any drafted material for final wording. 4. Each proclamation request MUST come from an Oregon resident. This includes requests from

national, international, or out-of-state organizations.

Content of a Proclamation 1. Personal proclamations for individuals or businesses will not be accepted. Proclamations must not be used in whole or as part of an advertisement or commercial promotion. 2. Proclamations should reflect inclusiveness, not exclusiveness, and recognize that the strength of our democracy is our diversity. It must not take sides in matters of political, ideological, or religious controversy, or individual convictions. 3. Proclamations must have statewide significance.

Format Requirements of an Oregon Proclamation 1. Provide a specific date for the proclamation (day, week, or month) and the desired due date for the completed proclamation. Please provide the date the proclamation is needed by. Be sure to include sufficient time to receive the hard copy via postal mail. 2. Each request must be in the proclamation template (including the WHEREAS sentence structure)

which is located at the bottom of the page. However, the Governor’s Office reserves the right to alter the wording of any requested proclamation. 3. Proclamations must fit on a single page and be in 12 point font, with room remaining for the signatures of the Governor and the Secretary of State as well as the State Seal of Oregon. 4. Please provide a contact name, phone number/e-mail address, and mailing address where you would like the final proclamation document sent.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS

1. State of Oregon Jobs Employment with Oregon state government represents more than just a job. A career in public service is an opportunity to serve fellow citizens across our beautiful state. Professions in state government help to support many aspects of life in Oregon including quality education, healthcare and jobs, just to name a few. Considering a career in public service is an honorable choice!

* Note: If you apply for a job on the State of Oregon website after seeing the position in our newsletter, please remember to check the “Governor’s Diversity and Inclusion Website” option on the application form.

Today’s Featured Recruitment: Organization: Department of Human Services Position: Human Resources Director Closes: Continuous Location: Salem, OR The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS)/Office of Human Resources is seeking a progressive and experienced professional to serve as the agency’s Human Resources Director. The Human Resources Director is a member of the DHS Executive Leadership Team. This position serves as a consultative and strategic partner by providing overall leadership, execution, administration and evaluation of integrated and inclusive HR Services. The Office of Human Resources is composed of nine specialized Human Resources teams, with approximately 100 staff. This position is located in Salem, Oregon; is an executive service position and serves at the pleasure of the Director of DHS.

The Department The Department of Human Services (DHS) is about safety, health and independence for all Oregonians. We help Oregonians in their own communities achieve well-being and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice and preserve dignity. We protect children who are abused or neglected. We serve seniors, people with disabilities. We help low-income people along the road to self-sufficiency with health coverage, job preparation, childcare and other supports. Our services are delivered in the least restrictive setting and in partnership with communities. We are absolutely committed to ongoing innovation in the delivery of services, and we are committed to recruiting, developing and retaining dedicated employees.

The Department of Human Services employs over 7,500 people, in more than 100 locations around the state, and delivers services through and in coordination with many community partners.

2. Organization: Oregon Health Authority Position: Principal Executive/Manager G (Oregon State Public Health Lab Director) Closes: Continuous Location: Hillsboro, OR The purpose of this position is to direct all activities of the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory (OSPHL) and Establish policies and priorities, provide statewide leadership in

Science and laboratory practice and serve as part of the Center for Public Health Practice Leadership Team.

Position: Operations & Policy Analyst 3 (Legislative Coordinator) Closes: Continuous Location: Salem, OR

Position: Principal Executive/Manager H (Administrator) Closes: Continuous Location: Salem, OR

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is a state agency dedicated to helping people and communities achieve optimum physical, mental and social well-being through partnerships, prevention and access to quality, affordable health care. We are absolutely committed to ongoing innovation in the delivery of services, and to recruiting, developing and retaining dedicated employees.

3. Organization: Oregon Employment Department Position: Principal Executive/Manager F (Deputy Chief Information Officer) Closes: Open until filled Location: Salem, OR

The Employment Department is a large state agency with a mission to Support Business and Promote Employment. We accomplish this by accurately administering the unemployment insurance (UI) benefits program; recruiting and referring applicants to job openings and assisting job seekers in their employment searches (Business and Employment Services); developing and distributing workforce and economic information (Workforce and Economic Research); and adjudicating citizen and business disputes with agencies (Office of Administrative Hearings).

4. Organization: Oregon Department of Energy

The Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) is conducting an executive search for a highly skilled leader to serve as the agency’s Director. The mission of the Oregon Department of Energy is to reduce the long-term cost of energy for Oregonians. ODOE has about 115 employees and is responsible for meeting state energy goals through its programs and policies, siting large energy facilities, managing the state’s Petroleum Contingency Plan, and protecting Oregonians from leaking waste at the Hanford Nuclear Site. Created in 1975, the Oregon Department of Energy has a statutory direction to ensure that “future generations not be left a legacy of vanished or depleted resources….”

5. Organization: Department of Human Services Position: Principal Executive/Manager G (Child Welfare/Self-Sufficiency District Manager

Closes: 10/07/2014 Location: Salem, OR

Position: Operations and Policy Analyst 3 (Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator) Closes: 10/14/2014 Location: Salem, OR

Position: Principal Executive Manager G (Quality Improvement Director) Closes: Continuous Location: Multiple locations, OR

Position: Operations and Policy Analyst 3 (Legislative Coordinator) Closes: Continuous Location: Salem, OR Limited Duration

Position: Principal Executive/Manager G (DHS/OHA Deputy Chief Information Officer) Closes: Continuous Location: Salem

Position: Principal Executive/Manager H (Administrator) Closes: Continuous Location: Salem, OR

The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) is about people. We help Oregonians be independent, healthy, and safe. We protect children who are abused or neglected. We provide treatment services to people whose lives are damaged by alcohol and drugs. We serve seniors, people with disabilities, and people with mental illness. We help low-income people along the road to self-sufficiency with health coverage, job preparation, childcare and other supports. Our services are delivered in the least restrictive setting and in partnership with communities. We are absolutely committed to ongoing innovation in the delivery of services, and we are committed to recruiting, developing and retaining dedicated employees.

6. Organization: Oregon Department of Education

The Oregon Department of Education’s commitment to excellence can only be achieved through the people who work here. Our culture - the way we do things - is demonstrated in our core competencies. Each employee contributes to our culture every day by modeling these competencies with those they serve, including each other.

7. Organization: Department of Fish & Wildlife Position: Fish and Wildlife Technician (Hatchery Technician) Closes: Continuous Location: Multiple locations, OR

ODFW strives to employ career-oriented individuals and offers unique employment opportunities in a wide variety of challenging occupations. The majority of our employment opportunities are permanent, full-time positions located throughout the state; however, we do have many seasonal positions as well. No matter what your career aspirations are, a career with our department provides for personal growth, advancement and the opportunity to serve as part of a team of dedicated and passionate natural resource professionals and administrative staff. 8. Organization: Oregon State Police Position: Information Systems Specialist 5 (Database Administrator) Closes: Continuous Location: Salem, OR

We are the provider of Premier Public Safety Services for Oregon each and every day. Our mission is to enhance the livability and safety for the State of Oregon by protecting the people, property, and natural resources of the State.

9. Organization: Oregon Department of Transportation Position: Principal Executive/Manager I (Region 1 Manager) Closes: Continuous Location: Portland, OR The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced leader to serve as the Region 1 manager in Portland. This position leads a staff of 600 in the design, development, and implementation of complex multi-modal transportation systems for the most densely populated and fastest growing geographical region in the state— the Portland metropolitan and surrounding areas. It also represents the agency and serves as ODOT’s spokesperson to elected and appointed officials at the local, regional, state, and federal level, and serves as a member of the State’s Executive Service Team.

Position: Principal Executive/Manager F (District 1 Manager) Closes: Continuous Location: Astoria, OR

At ODOT, We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other and providing opportunities for professional enrichment we are better capable of serving the increasingly diverse population of Oregon. Please visit www.odotjobs.com to search our job openings by location and classification.

10. Organization: Higher Education Coordinating Commission

Position: Principal Executive/Manager E (Director, Office of Research and Data) Closes: 10/15/2014 Location: Salem, OR

The Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) provides state-level policy, program, and budgetary leadership on higher education issues and coordinates the activities of Oregon public universities, community colleges, private colleges and universities, career schools, and state financial aid and student access programs to accomplish statewide goals. This highly complex system enrolls over 380,000 students in 8 public universities, 17 public community colleges, 67 private for-profit and independent colleges and universities, and receives state general fund appropriations of approximately $1.5 billion per biennium. 11. Organization: Oregon Lottery Position: Accountant Closes: Open until filled Location: Salem, OR

Position: Contracts Officer Closes: Open until filled Location: Salem, OR

Position: IT Project Manager Closes: Open until filled Location: Salem, OR

Position: Retail Contracts Project Manager Closes: Open until filled Location: Salem, OR

Position: Senior Manager (Field Sales) Closes: Open until filled Location: Salem, OR

These and other positions can be reviewed and applied for at this link: http://oregonlottery.org/About/Careers/

What could be more exciting than working with an organization that does good things for Oregon? Dedicated to a diverse workforce, the Oregon Lottery is a very successful revenue- producing state agency that creates and sells entertaining games. Profits from these games help support Oregon's education system and fund economic development projects, state parks, and salmon habitat projects.

12. Organization: Oregon State Bar

The Oregon State Bar (OSB) regulates the practice of law in Oregon and provides a variety of services to its members and the public. We are frequently looking for someone to join our dedicated team. All current job openings are listed at http://www.osbar.org/osbcenter/openings.html

13. Organization: Portland Business Alliance Position: Director Communications and Digital Media Closes: Open until filled Location: Portland, OR

This position directs the creation and implementation of a strategic, multi-faceted communications plan designed to build and strengthen the Alliance’s role and reputation as a leader and authoritative voice in the Portland metropolitan region and provide quality control for communications programs and media activities.

INFO: http://portlandalliance.com/

14. Organization: Verde (Living Cully Partners Habitat for Humanity, Hacienda CDC, and the Native American Youth & Family Center) Position: Living Cully Communications/Outreach Coordinator Closes: Open until filled Location: Portland, OR

Position: The Living Cully Anti-Displacement Coordinator Closes: Open until filled Location: Portland, OR

Verde serves communities by building environmental wealth through social enterprise, outreach, and advocacy. Since 2005, Verde has brought new environmental investmens to Portland’s neighborhoods, involved community members in the planning and building of these investments, and ensured that low-income people and people of color directly benefited from the investmens: Greenspaces, Habitat, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Green Streets, Stormwater management Facilities, Environmental Education, Green Jobs, Green Businesses, etc.

15. Shangri-La Position: Program Manager - Coastal Operations DD Housing & Services Closes: Open until filled Location: Florence & Newport, OR

Position: Habilitation Specialist Closes: Open until filled Location: Salem, OR

Position: Production Support Specialist Closes: Open until filled Location: Newport, OR

Position: Mental Health Residential Treatment Home (RTH) Manager Closes: Open until filled Location: Corvallis & Newport, OR

UPCOMING EVENTS

1. Oregon Nikkei Endowment Exhibition: Art Behind Barbed Wire

Date: July 12 – October 19, 2014 Museum Hours : Tuesday-Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm – 3:00pm Location: Oregon Nikkei Endowment | 121 NW 2nd Ave., Portland, OR 97209

Come and enjoy a traveling exhibition from the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington’s Northwest Nikkei Museum, which features arts and crafts gathered from former internees, their families, and the greater Pacific Northwest community.

Check www.oregonnikkei.org for programs during the run of the exhibit.

2. Citizen Review Committee: Community Oversight of Portland Police Bureau

Workgroup Meeting Date: October 1, 2014 Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm Location: Auditor’s Large Conference Room | 1221 SW 4th Ave., Rm. 140, Portland, OR 97204

Agenda: https://t.e2ma.net/message/88c0d/gfzbho  Meeting Anicka Meyers from Outside In  Discussing the possible CRC meeting in the community locations

**This is not a meeting of the full Citizen Review Committee (CRC) – It is a workgroup meeting (i.e., a sub-committee)**

CRC Meeting Date: October 1, 2014 Time: 5:30pm *Please Note: agenda times are approximate Location: Portland Building, 2nd Floor | 1120 SW 5th Ave., Portland, OR 97204

Agenda: https://t.e2ma.net/message/0ivyd/gfzbho

3. OSB Civil Rights Section: Brownbag Civil Rights 101 Series

Sponsored by the Oregon State Bar Civil Rights Section, this brown bag series is set to provide lawyers with substantive training on different areas of civil rights.

Date: October 1 – November 12 Time: Noon hour Location: Judge Lopez’s Courtroom, Rm. 328 | Multnomah County Circuit Court

Schedule: Employment Law- Dana Sullivan- October 1, 2014 Prisoner Litigation-Lynn Walsh- October 8, 2014 Public Accommodations- Dennis Steinman-October 15, 2014 Whistleblower Protections-Mitra Shahri-October 22, 2014 Wage and Hour-David Henretty-October 29, 2014 Fair Housing-Matt Ellis-November 5, 2014 Section 1983, 1981, 1988-Ashlee Albies-November 12, 2014

If you are interested in attending one or several free sessions, please register in advance by contacting [email protected]. Organizers will apply for CLE credit.

4. American Dreamer Awards 2014

Date: October 2, 2014 Time: 6:00-8:00pm Location: The Eliot Center, 1226 SW Salmon St, Portland, OR 97205 Tickets: $65/person ($50/Causa Affiliate)

2014 Dreamer Awardees: Maria Delgado, Roque Medrano, Veronica Castro, Amador Bustos, and Oregon School Employees Association.

INFO & Purchase Tickets: www.causaoregon.org/gala 5. Eighth Annual Leadership Awards Luncheon: Breaking Boundaries

Over the last 11 years, 15,000 leaders have been supported through our mentorship, service programs and educational resources. Join us at our centerpiece event to honor four incredible women who have made a difference in Oregon through their leadership in the arts, politics, law and business.

Date: October 2, 2014 Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm (Doors open at 11:00am for networking) Location: Portland Art Museum | Kridel Grand Ballroom | 1219 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR 97205

Please RSVP at: www.pdx.edu/womens-leadership Contact: Mariana Lindsay | (503) 725-2895 | [email protected] 6. Innovative Educators Webinar Series: Addressing the Unique Needs of Undocumented Students & How Recent Policy Changes Affect College Access

This is a flexible date webinar, which means that the same presentation occurs on two different dates. You can participate in either session or both sessions. The registration fee includes institutional access to the recording for one year.

Overview: http://www.innovativeeducators.org/Addressing-The-Unique-Needs- Undocumented-Students-p/3229.htm

Date: October 2, 2014 Time: 12:00pm -1:30pm (3:00pm – 4:30pm ET)

Date: December 10, 2014 Time: 12:00pm – 1:30pm (3:00pm – 4:30pm ET)

Cost: $345.00

Registration: http://www.innovativeeducators.org/ShoppingCart.asp

7. Business Diversity Institute (BDI) presents: Minority Enterprise Development Week Conference

BDI welcomes keynote speaker D’Wayne Edwards and honors Gale Castillo with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Date: October 2,7 & 9, 2014 Location: Sentinel Hotel (formerly The Governor Hotel) | 314 SW 11th Ave. Portland, OR Registration: www.2014medweek.eventbrite.com Nominations are Open for 2014 MED Week Awards and can be submitted at: www.bdiweb.org/nominations.php

INFO: www.bdiweb.org/about-med-week.php

8. Upcoming Oregon Native American Chamber 10th Annual Gathering

Date: October 3, 2014 Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm Location: Oregon Zoo (Cascade Crest Ballroom), 4001 SW Canyon Rd., Portland, OR INFO: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=qqake9mab&oeidk=a07e7urah9805 17cfa2 | (503) 894-4525

9. 9th Annual Liberation-Based Healing Conference

Date: October 3-4, 2014 Time: 9:00am-5:00pm Location: Friends of the Children | 65 NE Stanton St. Portland, OR Cost: $150 before September 18th, $170 after | $60 for students | 10% off for 3 or more registering together | 14 CEUs or PDUs available, $20 additional fee

INFO: http://graduate.lclark.edu/programs/continuing_education/conferences/liberation_based_he aling/

Questions: Contact the Center for Community Engagement at 503-768-6040 or [email protected]

10. Oregon Coast Council for the Arts presents: Oregon Coast Jazz Party

Date: October 3-5, 2014 Location: Newport Performing Arts Center | 777 W. Olive, Newport, OR and Shilo Inn | 536 SW Elizabeth St., Newport, OR

INFO: http://www.coastarts.org/event-types/oregon-coast-jazz-party/

11. Legacy of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Past, Present, and Future"

In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the passage of the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964, Portland State University hosts a program open to the public remembering Oregon’s own civil rights legacy and honoring the organizations and individuals leading the fight for equal justice and access for all.

Date: October 6, 2014 Location: Portland State University | Smith Memorial Student Union Ballroom (3rd floor, Rm. 355) | 1825 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97201

Program Highlights | 12:30pm – 5:00pm  Welcome: Portland Mayor Charlie Hales  Panel Discussions: Oregon Civil Rights History, Immigrant Rights, LGBTQ Equality  Oregon Civil Rights Report Card: Brad Avakian, Oregon Labor’s Commissioner

Awards Reception | 5:30pm – 7:30pm Ticket Required Keynote Address by: Robert Morris Collins, Willamette University College of Law, Norma J. Paulus Professor of Law; Director of the Certificate Program in Sustainability Law

Visit us on Facebook for the latest details: http://bit.ly/50thPDX1

For Awards Reception Tickets visit Eventbrite: http://bit.ly/50thPDX

12. Professional Grant Development Workshop: Master the techniques of writing superior proposals

Date: October 6-8, 2014 Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm Location: Portland State University, Elowah Falls Room | 1828 SW Broadway, Portland, OR Cost: $595

Register: http://granttrainingcenter.com/workshops_signup/766 Can’t make it? Join in for a live and interactive webinar: See details

INFO: Grant Training Center or call 1-866-704-7268

13. A China Moment

Like a classic New York Fashion Week show at Bryant Park, a tent will rise for FashioNXT, October 8-11 at Portland’s Pearl District. FashioNXT is the City’s premiere fashion forward show, proclaimed by Mayor Charlie Hales as Portland’s Official Fashion Week.

FashioNXT is a fashion week in the most contemporary sense showcasing “what’s next in fashion”. At FashioNXT, extraordinary designers premier their next season’s collections on the runway. What’s next in fashion today is wearable technology and the innovative ways technology connects people to fashion. FashioNXT presents an innovative fashion experience here in Portland and the world takes notice. Date: October 8-11, 2014 Schedule and Locations: http://fashionxt.net/schedule Tickets: http://fashionxt.net/tickets

INFO: http://fashionxt.net/about

14. APANO October Monthly Meeting

Thanks to the hundreds of members and friends who attended the APANO Statewide Convention in September. For our October General Meeting, we will be looking ahead to our policy agenda for 2015, and organizing for our final community mobilization for Nov 4 Election Day.

A special invitation for bilingual members to attend. APANO committees will be meeting after the 6pm dinner and networking. There will also be an Intro to APANO workshop for interested friends.

Date: October 9, 2014 Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm Location: Harrison School Park | 2225 SE 87th Ave., Portland, OR 97216

Registration: http://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/50698/p/salsa/event/common/public/?event_KEY=79335

15. Meet Business: Explore Careers with the State of Oregon

The Department of Business and Consumer Services in partnership with Incight and Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Services (OVRS) will host an informational and networking event to introduce job seekers with disabilities to career opportunities with State of Oregon agencies.

Date: October 9, 2014 Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pm Location: The Labor and Industries Building | 350 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301

Registration: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-business-state-of-oregon-tickets- 13014890889

Parking: http://tinyurl.com/7ced85d

RSVP or Accommodation Request: Tiana Tozer, [email protected], (971)244-0305

ASL Interpreters will be available.

16. Autumn Charity Concert

An evening of appetizers, refreshments, poetry, classical music, and Japanese culture benefitting earthquake and tsunami recovery of Oregon sister city Minamisoma.

Date: October 9, 2014 Time: 5:00pm – 6:30pm (Cocktails), 6:30pm – 7:00pm (Reception), 7:00pm (Concert) Location: World Forestry Center (Washington Park) Cost: $65

Contact Info: www.fromportlandwithlove.org

17. IGNITE: Basic Rights Oregon’s Gala

Date: October 10, 2014 Time: 7:30pm – 11:00pm Location: Portland Art Museum | 1219 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR 97205

INFO: http://www.basicrights.org

18. A Call to Culturally Responsive Teaching: 5th Annual Teaching With Purpose Conference

Dates: October 10-11, 2014 Time: 8:30am-3:30pm (Friday) and 8:45am-3:15pm (Saturday) Location: Roosevelt High School | 6947 N. Central St. Portland, OR 97203 Cost: $115 by September 1, 2014, $165 after Learn more and register today

Featuring nationally recognized presenters for their pioneering work in culturally responsive practices in mathematics, science, literacy, and leadership. Conference sessions will address practices that prepare students from all backgrounds to become future leaders.

19. 2014 OLAA (Oregon Latino Agenda for Action) Reception and Summit

The Oregon Latino Agenda for Action is excited to invite you their third bi-annual Summit with a reception to kick off the event. OLAA is a platform used to establish strategic priorities for meeting the over-arching needs of the growing number of Latino Oregonians. This year’s theme, Changing the Face of Leadership and Power, will cover two important topics: 1.) the importance of being civically engaged and 2.) demystifying/what it means to run for office.

Reception Date: October 10, 2011 Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Location: Portland City Hall | 1221 SW 4th Ave., Portland, OR

Registration: http://www.planetreg.com/2014OLAAReception

Summit Date: October 11, 2014 Time: 8:00am – 4:30pm Location: Warner Pacific College | McGuire Auditorium | 2219 SE 68th Ave., Portland, OR 97215 Keynote Speaker: Marissa Madrigal, Multnomah County Chief Operating Officer

Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SeEYPCZfiWZ2WHC0eOMz387TxKFZOBZ2a82T9tpGkiY/ viewform (Deadline: Friday, October 3rd)

INFO: http://www.olaaction.org/summit-info/

20. Sisters Network Oregon & SW Washington Chapter

Upcoming Monthly Meetings: Dates: October 11, November 8, and December 13 Time: 9:00am-10:00am (African American Women Survivor Only Talk) 10:00am-11:00am (General Meeting) Location: June Key Delta Community Center, 5940 N. Albina St., Portland, OR

Sisters Network ® Inc. (SNI) is the leading voice and only national African American breast cancer survivorship organization in the United States. Under the direction of Founder and CEO, Sisters Network is a nationally recognized organization within the medical community and a critical resource for African American women fighting breast cancer. The purpose of the organization is save lives and provide a broader scope of knowledge that address the breast cancer survivorship crisis affecting African American women around the country.

INFO: www.sistersnetworkinc.org. Oregon & SW Washington Chapter: Contact Peggy Ross, President at [email protected] or (503) 206-8575.

21. NW Lung Cancer Group (NWLCG) Presents: Portland Free To Breathe Lung Cancer Walk

Date: October 12, 2014 Time: 8:00am – 11:00am Location: Oaks Park | 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202

INFO: http://participate.freetobreathe.org/site/TR?fr_id=2670&pg=entry#.U4dYvS-vyfT

22. Diversity & Inclusion Conference and Exposition

Date: October 13-15, 2014 Location: New Orleans, LA Register here.

Established in 1993, the SHRM Diversity & Inclusion Conference & Exposition fosters awareness and appreciation of workplace diversity issues through thought leadership, strategy development, resources, publications and professional development for HR professionals and other business leaders. Making the business case for diversity, helping HR professionals to better articulate its strategic business value, and enabling them to build more diverse and inclusive cultures, are the cornerstones of the initiative.

INFO: Society of Human Resource Management, www.shrm.org

23. Connecting Communities Coalition 2014 Annual Event: Abilities in Motion

Date: October 14, 2014 Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm Location: Double Tree Lloyd Center, 1000 NE Multnomah St., Portland

Abilities in Motion will boast boldly on behalf of the disability community in an upbeat, energizing multi-media production that will provide an exciting opportunity to give back to the disability community and assist them to explore the many recreational opportunities available to find health, fun and fitness.

John Williams, well-known local radio personality and founder of Wheelchair Destinations, will serve as master of ceremonies of the event. David Wagner, internationally recognized Paralympic wheelchair tennis player, will be the featured keynote speaker.

The event will also feature two sporting and recreational video presentations by Blind Ambition’s Dragon Races and Oregon Disability Sports /Adventures Without Limits. In addition, after a successful début in 2013, CCC will present this year’s Leadership Academy graduates. The event will include the annual “Making a Difference Awards” presentation by Portland Mayor Charlie Hales to several outstanding organizations and individuals who have served and advocated for persons with disabilities.

Each year the annual event exceeds our expectations by bringing together more than 400 guests from the Portland metro area to celebrate our vibrant community. It also draws the recognition and support of outstanding local and state public officials, businesses and non- profit organizations

INFO: http://www.thecccoalition.org 24. Jefferson High School Multicultural Film Festival

North Portland Library is proud to cosponsor Jefferson High School’s Multicultural Film Festival showcasing movies on the theme, “Defy the Inevitable! Harvest Beyond the Brim!” Join us for discussion following the film.

Dates: 10/14, 11/11, 12/09, 01/13/2015 and 02/10/2015 Time: 6:00pm Location: North Portland Library Meeting Room | 512 N Killingsworth St., Portland, OR

INFO: https://multcolib.org/events/jhs-fourteenth-annual-multicultural-film-festival

North Portland Library will also be hosting “La pantalla de oro: Peliculas en Espanol”. Curated by library staff, this series of films highlights the range of talent and topics found in contemporary Latin American cinema. Join us for these thought provoking features and stay for group discussions afterwards.

Dates: 10/13, 11/10, 12/08, 02/09/2015, 03/09/2015 and 04/13/2015 Time: 6:00pm Location: North Portland Library Meeting Room | 512 N Killingsworth St., Portland, OR

INFO: https://multcolib.org/events/la-pantalla-de-oro-pel%C3%ADculas-en-espa%C3%B1ol- spanish-films

25. A Luncheon for Oregon Mentors Date: October 14, 2014 Time: 12:00pm – 1:30pm (Doors open at 11:30am) Location: Sentinel Hotel, Governor Ballroom | 614 SW 11th Ave., Portland, OR Cost: $75 or $35 for non-profit organizations

Featured Speaker: Mariel Zagunis (Olympic Gold Medalist)

INFO: www.oregonmentors.org

26. DiversityInc presents: WellPoint & KeyCorp Web Seminar - Building a Successful Supplier Diversity Program Date: October 14, 2014 Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm (2:00pm – 3:30pm ET)

During the Web Seminar, you’ll get the best practices you need on starting a program, reporting structure, metrics, and subcontractor spend, accountability, building community support, and communications.

Other topics to be covered include:

 How to increase spend with minority- and women-owned suppliers  How to get Tier II (subcontractor) diversity  How to find suppliers who are LGBT, veterans or people with disabilities  How to help your suppliers grow

Presenters: Brenda Burke, Staff Vice President, Supplier Diversity, WellPoint (No. 29 in the DiversityInc Top 50) Poppie Parish, Senior Vice President, Diversity & Inclusion, KeYCorp (No. 47)

Registration http://bestpractices.diversityinc.com/corporate-subscribers/ (members)

http://diversityinctop50.force.com/mn/memberappstep2?mtIds=a5S30000000PCG2EAO&te mp=a3X30000000Cevz (non-members)

Contact: [email protected] or (973) 494-0506

27. Mary Leonard Law Society 2014 New Admittee Luncheon

Join the Mary Leonard Law Society for our annual luncheon welcoming the 2014 new admittees to the Oregon State Bar. MLLS is pleased to announce that our keynote speaker with be the Hon. Susan P. Graber, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Date: October 15, 2014 Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm Location: Mission Mill Dye House | 1313 Mill St. SE

Cost: $25 per person, free for new admittees | Free parking is available on site

RSVP: www.maryleonardlawsociety.org

28. 2014 ERG & Council Conference - Save the Date

Dates: Wednesday-Thursday, October 15-16, 2014

The Only Conference Designed Specifically for ERGs & Diversity Councils. Organizations are continually faced with the challenge of increasing their effectiveness, generating more impactful results and cultivating their human capital resources to achieve these goals. The contributions of ERGs and Diversity Councils to achieve these ends is crucial and can only happen if they Learn, Lead and Leverage more effectively.

INFO: http://www.ergcouncilconference.com/

29. Expo Negocio 2014

Interested in starting a business? Improving your business? Building relationships within the Latino Business community?

Date: October 17, 2014 Time: 8:30a – 2:00pm Location: Chemeketa Center for Business & Industry | 626 High St. NE, Salem, OR

INFO: Delia Rivera | (503) 741-9132 | [email protected]

30. Dis/orient/ed Comedy Returns to Portland!

Dis/orient/ed Comedy is the first all Asian American (mostly) female standup comedy tour in the nation. The show will be gathering 200+ community members for an evening of standup comedy from both up and coming talents and notable Asian Pacific American female comedians.

Date: October 18, 2014 Time: 7:30pm (Cocktail hour), 8:00pm (show start) Location: Mekong Bistro | 8200 NE Siskiyou St., Portland, OR

INFO: http://disorientedcomedy.weebly.com/portland-101814.html

Tickets: www.disorientedcomedy.com

For questions about sponsorship, please contact Membership Coordinator Diem Huynh at [email protected]. For questions regarding the show, please contact Communications and Co- producer Luann Algoso at [email protected].

31. Warner Pacific College 3rd Annual Diversity Lecture Series

This year’s event is a two part series beginning on Saturday, October 17th and part two will be on Saturday, October 25th. Join us as we welcome two of America’s most well respected and thought-provoking leaders to Warner Pacific College as we discuss this year’s topic of celebrity and social change. This year’s Lecture Series is being headlined by award-winning actor and bestselling author, Hill Harper, and part two of the Lecture Series will feature prominent professor, author, commentator, and cultural critic Dr. Tricia Rose from Brown University.

Part One: An Evening with Hill Harper Date: October 18, 2014 Time: 7:00pm Location: Warner Pacific College | McGuire Auditorium | 2219 SE 68th Ave., Portland, OR Cost: Free and Open to the Public

Part Two: Social Change and Popular Culture Date: October 25, 2014 Time: 7:00pm Location: Warner Pacific College | McGuire Auditorium | 2219 SE 68th Ave., Portland, OR Cost: Free and Open to the Public

INFO: Dr. Daymond Glenn at [email protected] or (503) 517-1271

32. October Disability Awareness Month Event at EID Passport

Held each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is an annual campaign led by the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) to raise awareness about employing people with disabilities and to celebrate their many and varied contributions to America's workforce.

In honor of NDEAM and our support in hiring qualified individuals with disabilities, we are hosting Mr. Steve Hanamura, of Hanamura Consulting, a national diversity and leadership education consultant. He will be speaking to us on diversity and inclusion as it relates to disability and employment.

One of our corporate goals is to provide community support, engage in events that support our company’s diversity goals, as well as increase our awareness of diversity and disability employment companywide.

As community partners, we would be honored to have you attend this event. We are looking forward to seeing you all here. Sincerely. Lynda

Date: October 20, 2014 Time: 10:30am – 11:30am Location: EID Passport, Inc. | 5800 NW Pinefarm Place, Hillsboro, OR 97124

INFO: Lynda Van Doran: [email protected] | (971) 223-6404 RSVP Deadline: October 15, 2014 33. Oregon Business Association: OBA Statesman Dinner

Join us for a night of celebrating science, discovery and the power of human potential as we honor the Knight Cancer Challenge and Phil and Penny Knight with the 2014 Statesman of the Year Award. Featuring Keynote Speaker Shankar Vedantam, NPR Science Correspondent and author of The Hidden Brain “How our Unconscious Minds Elect Presidents, Control Markets, Wage Wars and Save Our Lives.”

Date: October 21, 2014 Time: 6:00pm (Reception) | 7:00pm - 9:00pm (Dinner & Program) Location: Mekong Bistro | 8200 NE Siskiyou St., Portland, OR Registration: http://www.oba-online.org/statesman-sponsorships/statesman-dinner/

34. Save the Date: Night for Networking V – Connecting Business & Talent

Date: October 22, 2014 Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm Location: OHSU South Waterfront | Collaborative Life Sciences Bldg. | 0650 SW Meade Ave., Portland, OR 97201

INFO: (503) 494-5148 or [email protected] RSVP: www.ohsu.edu/aaeo/n4n

Event Chair: Michael Tom, (503) 494-8827, [email protected] 35. Pioneering Intercultural Leadership: From Awareness to Action

Date: October 22-25, 2014 Location: Portland, OR Presented by: The Society of Intercultural Education Training and Research (SIETAR-USA)

Keynote speakers and conference sessions all center on training methods and research on pioneering ways to increase awareness and action regarding all types of diversity.

INFO: www.sietarusaconference.com, Lillian Tsai at [email protected].

36. Salem -Keizer NAACP Branch 1166: 2014 Freedom Fund Banquet

Date: October 25, 2014 Time: 5:30pm – 8:00pm Location: Chemeketa Eola Events Center | 215 Doaks Ferry Rd. NW, Salem, OR 97304 Tickets available at: http://sknaacp1166.org/

We will be celebrating Women of Color who have contributed to furthering Social Justice throughout Oregon. The Special Guest Speaker will be the Honorable Judge Adrienne Nelson. We will also be honoring Professor Millie Harmon, the first African American Professor at Chemeketa Community College; Lorena Manzo, long-time Community Organizer; and Mrs. Marilyn A. Williams, long-time NAACP Secretary. Funds raised will be used to fund scholarships, as well as other programs aimed at enriching the community

We are also seeking local businesses, colleges and universities to sponsor tables, as well as individual tickets. Please contact: [email protected] 37. Centro Cultural presents: The 4th Annual Auction and Fundraising Gala – Dia De Los Muertos

Date: November 1, 2014 Time: 5:30pm (Cocktail Reception) | 7:00pm (Dinner) | 9:00pm (Celebration Dance) Location: NW Events | 2900 NW 229th Ave, Suite 100, Hillsboro, OR 97124 Sponsorship Information: [email protected] or (971) 317-0603

INFO: www.centrocultural.org Registration: https://centrocultural.ejoinme.org/Gala 38. 2014 Rosemary Anderson High School Gala: An Invitation to Rewrite Life Stories

Join us for our annual fundraising Gala to benefit the students of Rosemary Anderson High School. Your attendance not only guarantees an exciting and inspirational evening, but also provices the chance to play your role in spreading awareness of at-risk youth and the barriers they face, while supporting them in building brighter futures.

Invitation: http://www.portlandoic.org/rahsgala/pdf/RAHS-2014gala-invite.pdf

Date: November 6, 2014 Time: 6:00pm (Cocktails) | Dinner to follow Location: Pure Space/Flex Space | 1307 NW Overton, Portland, OR 97209

INFO & Registration: http://portlandoic.org/rahsgala/home.html

39. 2014 Dream Big After Dark

Date: November 8, 2014 Time: Cocktail Hour & Silent Auction 5:30pm Dinner & Live Auction 7:00pm-9:00pm Location: Portland Art Museum – Mark Building, 1219 SW Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97205 Cost: $150

INFO: http://www.dreamoregon.org/dream-big.html

40. 2014 Governor’s Summit to Reduce Disproportionate Minority Contact in the Juvenile Justice System

Save the Date: “It’s a Matter of Justice”

Date: November 25, 2014 Location: Lane Community College Meeting & Learning Center Address: 4000 E 30th Ave. Eugene, OR 97405

For Information: 503-373-7543

41. Portland General’s Electric’s Diversity Summit 2015 Diversity & Innovation

Date: April 7, 2015 Location: Oregon Convention Center | Portland, OR Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm Contact: [email protected] Sponsorship Information: [email protected]

42. SAVE the DATE: The Urban League of Portland’s 22nd Annual Career Connections Job Fair

Date: April 22, 2014 Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm Location: Doubletree Hotel (by Hilton), near Lloyd Center | 1000 NE Multnomah St., Portland, OR 97232

INFO: www.ulpdx.org

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT, RESOURCES, & INFORMATION

1. ODE Seeks Nominations for US Presidential Scholars Program

The Oregon Department of Education is currently seeking nominations for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established by President Lyndon Johnson in 1964 and since that time has honored more than 6,500 outstanding high school seniors. The mission of the program is to recognize and honor superior high school seniors and thereby to encourage high attainment among all students. Under the Executive Order establishing the Presidential Scholars Program, students are selected on the basis of outstanding scholarship.

Traditionally, students have been invited to apply for this honor based solely upon SAT or ACT scores or through demonstrated ability and accomplishment in the visual and performing arts or creative writing. However, the U.S. Department of Education recognizes that some outstanding students will not be captured through this process. Since 2012, the Oregon Department of Education has been invited to submit the names of several outstanding high school seniors for consideration for this honor who, while demonstrating outstanding scholarship, might not otherwise be nominated through the current SAT/ACT or arts recognition processes. This year, we may submit the names of up to ten students, five male and five female, to be invited to apply for the program.

All high school seniors graduating between January and June of 2015 who are U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents, who attend public, parochial, or independent schools, as well as those who are home-schooled, are eligible. The 2015 U.S. Presidential Scholars will be selected by the Commission on Presidential Scholars and will receive the Presidential Scholars Medallion.

If you know of an outstanding senior in your school or district who meets these criteria, we encourage you to submit his or her name to the Oregon Department of Education no later than November 7, 2014. Please submit your nominations to Jenni Deaton at [email protected]. Please provide the following information on each senior: name, gender, home mailing address, high school name and mailing address, high school CEEB code

Please also submit a few sentences about the student describing:  What about the student makes him or her stand out as having outstanding scholarship?  What special challenges or hurdles has this student overcome while still achieving high academic success? In addition, it may be useful for you to know that the reviewers will be considering the following categories when evaluating the nominees at the semifinalist and Scholar evaluation levels:  Involvement and Service (in school and community)  Leadership and Character  Writing samples  Academic achievements · Discretionary points for extraordinary achievement, heavy workload, family responsibilities, or obstacles overcome. To learn more about the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program and the Commission on Presidential Scholars please visit our Web site at: www.ed.gov/psp.

2. City of Portland: Independent Police Review Announces Recruitment for New Citizen Review Committee Members

Constantin Severe, Director of the Independent Police Review (IPR) announces the opening of recruitment for volunteers to serve three-year terms on the Citizen Review Committee (CRC) – an advisory body to IPR and the Portland Police Bureau (PPB). There are five volunteer positions commencing in February 2015. “Serving on the CRC is an opportunity for members of the public to actively engage in police oversight. We are looking for community members who are passionate about Portland, open minded, and willing to learn,” said Severe.

IPR, a division of the Auditor’s Office, is the city agency responsible for the civilian oversight of the Police Bureau. CRC members hear community and Police Bureau member appeals of police misconduct investigations, listen to public concerns regarding police conduct, engage in training and other activities to learn about policing, review Police Bureau policies and procedure, and advise IPR.

Due to recent city code changes, the CRC is now comprised of 11 members and CRC members serve on a rotating basis on the Police Review Board (PRB) in use of force cases. The PRB is an advisory board to the Police Bureau that makes recommendations as to findings and possible discipline to the Chief of Police.

During this CRC recruitment, IPR is engaging in extensive outreach efforts to attract a diverse pool of applicants. “It is important that CRC members come from all walks of life and backgrounds,” Severe said.

Applications are available at the IPR office in City Hall as well as on IPR’s website at www.portlandoregon.gov/auditor/ipr. Candidates must be Portland, Oregon residents or business owners. Applications must be received at the IPR office in City Hall by 5:00 PM on Thursday, October 30, 2014. Delivery can be by mail or in person at 1221 SW 4th Avenue, Room 140, Portland OR, 97204, or through email at [email protected] or fax at 503- 823-4571. If you have any questions, please call IPR’s main line at 503-823-0146.

3. Marylhurst University Professional Development Center: Mini-MBA Program (final days of discount)

Marylhurst is a regional leader in undergraduate business and MBA degree programs, including traditional on the ground, online, blended and accelerated programs. We specialize in serving working adults, and provide a chellenging but supportive learning environment that fits with a busy professional life. We also offer special program options for companies that have groups of employees who want to earn our MBA. We can bring the program to your organization or host you here on campus in Lake Oswego.

There are a few more open seates in the Fall 2014 Mini-MBA certificate program. Sign up for this 10 evening program ASAP to guarantee yourself a seat!

INFO: http://archives.informz.net/clients/MHU/archives/archive_4275765.html

4. National Preservation Institute: 2014-2015 Professional Training Seminars in Historic Preservation & Cultural Resource Management

Continuing education training seminars are offered throughtout the United States. Scheduled and customized, on-site training subjects include:

 Identification, Planning, and Evaluation  Laws and Regulations  Cultural and Natural Resource Management  Native American Cultural Resources  Historic Property Management

 Curatioin, Conservation, and Stewardship

Seminar description and agendas: www.npi.org INFO: [email protected] | (703) 765-0100

5. 2 OLCC Vacancies for independent contractors to operate the following retail liquor stores in:  1095 Roseburg East  1216 Portland West Slope  1217 Medford East

All applicants are evaluated on background, knowledge and work experience in:

 retail business management  inventory/cash management  retail sales  customer service/public relations in a retail environment

For additional information and application forms contact: [email protected], or applicants without email, phone 503-872-5020 (toll-free 1-800-426-2004, option 62). Provide your name, address, phone number and name of the store you are interested in. Applications can also be picked up in person at 9079 SE McLoughlin Blvd., Portland, OR 97222. Applications must be received in the Retail Services office, Room 126 at the above address, by 5:00 PM, Friday, September 19, 2014. Applications received after this deadline will not be accepted.

If you are interested in finding out about future opportunities at Oregon liquor stores, subscribe to OLCC’s email alerts to receive notification when store vacancies are announced.

The mission of the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) is to promote the public interest through the responsible sale and service of alcoholic beverages. We balance our policies and practices so the needs of the various parts of the alcoholic beverage system are met in a socially responsible manner. We are committed to hiring, developing and retaining highly qualified, motivated employees from diverse backgrounds who are dedicated to providing excellent service to the citizens of Oregon.

6. Portland African American Leadership Forum (PAALF): Now Accepting Applications for the 2015 African American Leadership Academy Cohort

The Portland African American Leadership Forum (PAALF) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2015 African American Leadershop Academy (AALA), a year-long training program that addresses the personal, cultural, civic and professional needs of emerging Black Leaders in Portland.

AALA was designed in conjunction with the Coalition of Communities of Color, who has prioritized the development of culturally specific leadership trainings for other diverse populations in Oregon.

To apply, please visit http://coalitioncommunitiescolor.org/ . Applications will be accepted through October 13, 2014.

Interested Applicant Informal Gathering: PAALF will host an informational gathering for interested applicants on September 22, 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Billy Webb Elks Lodge – 6 North Tillamook, Portland, OR.

RSVP and Questions, please contact: Rachel Gilmer at [email protected] or (541)556-0376

Call for Mentors and Trainers: PAALF is seeking Academy trainers and mentors for program participants. INFO: [email protected]

7. Welcome, Future Dream Scholars!

TheDream.US provides college scholarshiops to highly motivated DREAMers who want to get a college education but cannot afford it. Our scholarships will help cover your tuition, fees, and books for an associate or bachelor’s degree at out partner colleges.

For more information and eligibility requirements: http://www.thedream.us/scholars

Contact: [email protected] | 1-507-931-1682 and ask for the THEDREAM.US Scholarship Program

8. HandsON Greater Portland Volunteers Needed

Read to a child. Feed a family. Prepare kids for school. Care for homeless. Build a house. Build hiking trails. Care for an abandoned pet. Lead a volunteer group. Do good.

Find a volunteer opportunity at: www.handsonportland.org

9. Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Renewal Process

On August 15, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) began accepting requests for deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) from certain young people who came to the United States as children and met several guidelines. Individuals that receive deferred action under this process are considered to be lawfully present in the United States during the period that their deferred action is in effect (normally two years unless terminated) and may be eligible for work authorization. Deferred action is a discretionary determination to defer removal action of an individual.

Beginning in September 2014, the initial two-year period of deferred action approved for early recipients of DACA from USCIS is set to expire under their own terms. USCIS is actively preparing for the DACA renewal process so that individuals who continue to merit this act of prosecutorial discretion can request and receive a renewal of their deferred action without experiencing any lapse in their lawful presence or work authorization.

INFO: http://www.uscis.gov/childhoodarrivals

10. OSB Diversity & Inclusion News: Vitality Through Diversity September 2014

In this issue, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Instead of a "Member Spotlight," we feature former Oregon Supreme Court Justice Jacob Tanzer's article, and a related interview, describing his experiences serving as the prosecutor for the grand jury that indicted people responsible for violating the civil rights of Freedom Summer volunteers Michael Schwerner, James Chaney and Andy Goodman. Our recommended reading comes from Erious Johnson, the Civil Rights Director for the Oregon Department of Justice. Mr. Johnson highly recommends Malcolm Gladwell's book "David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits and the Art of Battling Giants."

In keeping with our theme of celebrating history, recognizing the importance of hope and the strength of underdogs, we are pleased to announce that the bar's Diversity Story Wall will be unveiled on November 7th after the House of Delegates annual meeting.

In addition to our special feature, we are sharing Diversity & Inclusion Department program updates, including highlights from the launch of our 2014-15 Opportunities for Law in Oregon (OLIO) program and specialty bar news. We thank our many volunteers and sponsors who make OLIO possible. Read more

11. OEIB Bulletin September 19, 2014

Youth Development Council Distributes Investments The Oregon Youth Development Council is currently distributing $5.24 million dollars in grant awards to 70 applicants that align with the council’s mission to: reconnect youth ages 16-20 to education and career, establish a secure connection for youth ages 6-16 with education and career, and address youth violence and crime. Read more

Student Affordability Rises to the Top Affordability is a top strategic priority for the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) as they approach the 2015-17 budget cycle. The HECC has proposed and prioritized and integrated strategy for college affordability for Oregon Students. Read more

12. OHSU’s Diversity Digest Center for Diversity and Inclusion September 2014, e-Newsletter

Upcoming events at OHSU include the following:

 Latino Americans: To commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month, OHSU’s Latinos Unidos Organization and the Center for Diversity and Inclusion invite the community to free screenings of the acclaimed PBS documentary Latino Americans, highlighting the 500- year legacy that shaped a nation.  Disability in the Workplace: What are the attitudes and stereotypes toward people with disabilities at OHSU and beyond? This lecture will offer attendees a new framework toward greater understanding and more equitable and respectful interactions with people with disabilities.  Veterans Employee Resource Group Inaugural Meeting: Join the first meeting of the employee resource group for all veterans. Open to all employees and students who are active duty, reserves, or retired. INFO: [email protected]

13. LMS Newsletter: Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15 – October 15, there will be many celebrations of the Latino culture and contributions. This month kicks off with the celebration of El Grito, and will honor all Hispanic cultures and communities.

For newsletter information and upcoming events: http://us6.campaign- archive1.com/?u=ed36e76855d2bc3f19d919b96&id=69349d3f52&e=a4de1e3942

14. OPB Poll: Race, Economics And What Do You Think Of Your Neighbors

Two new polls from OPB find that a good percentage of Northwesterners don’t think race relations have changed much since the 1960s. The polls also looked at the economy and what Washingtonians and Oregonians think about each other.

One of the poll participants was Jacy De Jong, a retired postal worker, who lives in Sunriver. Like 29 percent of Northwesterners, she responded to the poll by saying there hasn’t been much real progress on race relations in 50 years.

“There are a lot of Blacks who have just blossomed in different states and I think Oregon is one of them. I can’t remember making fun of them when we were kids, you know how kids are. And we had a few families where I grew up, just neat people. On the other hand we have the Mexicans and I know I lived next door to some for about two and a half years. And all I ever heard their kids talking about was stealing my bike,” De Jong said.

Heidi Nielsen / OPB The poll found that 62 percent of registered voters in Oregon and Washington think there’s been a lot of real progress in getting rid of racial discrimination. Ramiro Teran is a young Latino living in Ontario, who’s trying to find work. He says race is still an issue. “I live in a small town so everybody pretty much knows everybody. I mean you’ve seen everybody at least once. So I don’t really notice it here but I do think it’s still an issue in bigger cities because the way some races are portrayed on TV and stuff it’s still like it used to be, sort of,” Teran said. John Horvick of DHM Research conducted the poll and says Republicans and rural voters tend to see more advances than Democrats and urban voters do. “I’m struggling as a pollster and a citizen to understand what that means. But it is notable to me that we have 40 percent who reflect back on the 1960s and look at today and don’t feel that we’ve made progress as a country,” Horvick said.

The polls had a margin of error of 4.9 percent. There were 800 people surveyed between September 4 and 7 — after the protests in Ferguson, Missouri. Read more 15. Barran Liebman: BOLI Announces Oregon Minimum Wage Hike in 2014 Volume 17, Issue 42 By Jose Klein September 17, 2014

Today, Oregon’s Labor and Industries Commissioner, Brad Avakian announced that effective January 1, 2015, Oregon’s minimum wage will rise 15 cents per hour to $9.25 per hour. With the increase Oregon will have the second-highest minimum wage behind Washington, which is currently set at $9.32 per hour. Washington has not yet announced its minimum wage for 2015 but is expected to do so soon.

Oregon, like Washington and several other states, “indexes” its minimum wage. That is, in Oregon, the minimum wage automatically rises with indicators of inflation and is pegged to the U.S. City Average Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers for All Items prepared by the United States Department of Labor.

The increased minimum wage is expected to affect roughly 140,000 Oregon workers. If a worker currently earns below $9.25 per hour and the worker has a pay period beginning on or before December 31, 2014, and ending on or after January 1, 2015, the worker must be paid the hourly minimum wage for all hours worked in 2015.

Even if an employer has no employees who earn below $9.25 per hour, all Oregon employers (other than the federal government) must post an accurate minimum wage poster and must display an updated poster as of January 1, 2015. The 2015 poster should be available on BOLI’s website by the end of the week.

16. UWMOSAIC Gates Millennium Scholars Program

The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program, funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline area of interest. Continuing Gates Millennium Scholars may request funding for a graduate degree program in one of the following discipline areas: computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science.

Deadline: January 14, 2015

INFO: http://www.gmsp.org/

17. Department of State Lands: Oregon Unclaimed Property

The Unclaimed Property Section manages programs relating to unclaimed property, mostly lost financial assets. Staff members audit businesses and organizations for compliance with state unclaimed property laws, and process claims for rightful owners. The goal of the section is to reunite as many people as possible with their money or possessions.

Property becomes unclaimed if the owner can´t be contacted by the holder of the asset within a specified period of time. Examples of unclaimed property include savings or checking accounts, uncashed payroll or dividend checks, and safe deposit box contents.

Unclaimed money is held in trust in the Common School Fund forever for claim. The fund's interest earnings benefit K-12 public schools through biannual distributions to Oregon's 197 school districts.

Every November, the Unclaimed Property Section receives and processes property for thousands of individuals and businesses whose unclaimed property has been delivered to the Department of State Lands. The value of this property exceeds $40 million annually.

INFO: http://www.oregon.gov/dsl/UP/Pages/about_us.aspx

If you moved to Oregon from another state and think you may have left unclaimed property there, visit the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) website, which has links to other states' unclaimed property program websites.

Also, you may want to check the Oregon Department of Revenue website to see if they are holding an unclaimed refund check in your name.

18. Becoming a Liquor Store Operator Oregon Liquor Control Commission

Openings for liquor store operators occur when a new liquor store is established or an existing liquor store operator resigns. Liquor stores are private businesses; owners and their employees are not state employees.

Current store vacancies can be found through the following: • OLCC Website: www.oregon.gov/olcc/LIQUORSTORES • Email Alerts: www.oregon.gov/olcc/pages/about_esubscribe.aspx • Store Vacancy Recording: 503-872-5280 or 1-800-677-3680 • Local Newspapers

Applicants must be at least 21 years old to be considered as liquor store operator. Applicants are evaluated background, knowledge, and work experience in: 1. Retail business experience including responsibility for inventory control, cash accountability, supervising personnel and customer service;

2. Knowledge of retail operations or business management, including study or training in those or related fields;

3. Customer service skills and ability to communicate and work effectively with the public;

4. Record of felony conviction, conviction of crime relating to money management fraud, or a history of conviction of crimes relating to the abuse of alcohol or controlled substances;

5. Financial ability to purchase or lease and equip the retail liquor store at a Commission- approved location. The applicant’s ability to provide the necessary funds to meet the operating expenses of the retail liquor store for two months, pay a resignation buy-out (blue sky) and other related expenses, and be bonded under the OLCC’s blanket position fidelity bond.

Request Applications by Email: [email protected]; Store Vacancy Recording: 503-872-5020 or 1-800-426-2004, ext. 62

INFO: www.oregon.gov/olcc

19. Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Calendar of Events & Resources:

Family Fishing events (licenses are required if you are 14 and older): http://www.dfw.state.or.us/education/angling/family_fishing.asp

ODFW fishing resource page… with many “how to”, “where to” and “fish stocking” related information: http://www.dfw9.state.or.us/resources/fishing/index.asp

ODFW Outdoors Calendar of Events (fishing and hunting classes offered throughout the year): http://www.dfw.state.or.us/education/outdoor_skills/workshops/index.asp

20. Prepare! (A Red Cross Resource Guide)

Disaster can strike at any time. And while the American Red Cross and other partner agencies work 365 days a year to prevent and respond to emergencies, disaster preparedness starts with you, the individual. This book will guide you through the steps you and your family need to follow to be self-sufficient after a major disaster. It’s impossible to predict every emergency, but you can take steps right now to lessen the effects, and in many cases, prevent these disasters from happening in the first place. Knowing what to do in a disaster situation and being able to respond calmly and with confidence can save your life.

Preparate! (en Espanol)

21. Service Dog Etiquitte

Service Dog Manners: When you meet a person with a service dog, please remember that the dog is always working. Don't do anything to interrupt the service dog while it is performing its tasks, even if it seems that it’s not working.

Some Rules for Interacting with People with Service Dogs: Speak to the person first. A service dog is not a “pet.” Do not aim distracting or rude noises at the dog EVER. Unless the handler does not wish you to do so, formal greetings of “Good morning/evening,” to the service dog are acceptable.

1. Do not touch or pet the service dog.

 Do not offer food to the service dog! The food could be potentially fatal.

 Do not ask personal questions about the work of the service dog or the handler's disability, or otherwise intrude on his or her privacy. This is personal and private information.

 Don't be offended if the handler does not wish to chat about the service dog or his or her disability.

What if you are allergic to or are afraid of dogs? Place yourself away from the service dog. If you are a business person, discreetly arrange for someone else to wait on the person. You may ask the person to have the service dog lie down if it does not interfere with its work.

General public: While on the Public Services Building (255 Capitol Street NE, Salem, OR) premises, please follow the Service Dog Etiquette.

ORS 167.352 states that interfering with an assistance, search and rescue, or a therapy animal is a Class A misdemeanor.

22. Oregon Board of Pharmacy Resources: Medication Safety and Drug Disposal Sites

Learn about ways to safely dispose of unwanted or unused drugs:

• Medication Safety Brochure • Medication Safety Brochure (Spanish) • Medication Safety Information • Medication Safety Information (Spanish) • Law Enforcement Disposal Sites for Unwanted and Unused Drugs *Updated 4/13 • Law Enforcement Disposal Sites for Unwanted and Unused Drugs (Spanish) *Updated 4/13 • Proper Disposal of Prescription Drugs

INFO: Board of Pharmacy at www.oregon.gov/Pharmacy

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