In addition to funding at least 40 new doctoral students, the funding also will help the university boost diversity in the Graduate School.

A recognized researcher and mentor, Snodrass will lead the development of a new Center for Undergraduate Excellence.

Officer Troy Phillips was among the first on the scene and used a handheld fire extinguisher to quench the flames.

The plan lays out a vision, along with priorities and strategies, for achieving the university's long-term academic goals.

Shang spent almost seven years at the UO, working with the Greek community, starting service projects and boosting prevention programs.