Two resident scholars will be selected to pursue research on topics in politics and policy or the future of public education.

Yasui was one of three men who challenged the forced internment of people of Japanese ancestry after the start of WWII.

In addition to his campus appearance, Ogletree also will speak at the First Congregational Church in Portland on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

The two-year program will delve into Oregon's school funding problem as well as issues of access, opportunity and equity in education.

The day-long seminar will bring together researchers, policymakers and water experts to discuss the implications of declining water supplies.