University budget process underway despite unknowns
An advisory board is about to make its budget recommendations, followed by a public forum with students.
The deadline for submitting proposals for 2015-16 Williams Instructional Grants has been extended through Monday, Feb. 9.
Grant recipients receive financial support to develop or restructure classes to more actively engage students. The Williams Council is particularly interested in ideas that use student writing to enhance learning and encourage independent exploration of course material.
The original announced deadline was Feb. 6, but the extension will give applicants more time to submit materials.
A 'data explainer' website gives the UO high marks for academics, diversity, campus quality and athletics.
Thursday's meeting kicked off the second-ever negotiation between United Academics and the university.