The College of Engineering at Oregon State University has been a partner with ARCS Oregon since 2008. Under the leadership of Scott Ashford, Kearney Dean of Engineering, the college has been recognized multiple years for its support of women and underrepresented students within the college. ARCS Oregon is proud to partner with...
It’s Women’s History Month and I can’t help thinking about the ladies who created ARCS Foundation Oregon. What inspired our five founders to invest all that time, talent and treasure in creating an organization that supports STEM education in Oregon and provides opportunities for like-minded women to network, further our education...
Last year, ARCS Oregon moved to an open membership model to reduce barriers and create a more welcoming environment for women interested in STEM education and joining our Chapter. The Member Relations committee, with staff support, recently published a membership brochure that highlights our mission and the benefits of joining ARCS...
In January, ARCS scholars hosted members, guests and donors in their labs at OHSU, explaining their research in a variety of biomedical engineering fields and cancer research. These PhD students are working every day to address some of our most challenging health conditions.
ARCS scholars at OHSU are focused on developing...
In January, two doctoral programs, Health Systems and Policy, and Epidemiology, in the Oregon Health & Sciences University-Portland State University School of Public Health (SPH) became eligible to receive ARCS awards. Ranked 32nd in the nation among schools of public health, the SPH brings together the expertise and vitality of two...
Physicians of Color and Racism – Sunil’s Story of Heartbreak and Hope
People of Color experience racism and discrimination every day in life and in the workplace. A recent study published in the Journal of Family Medicine found that “physicians of color were routinely exposed to instances of racism and discrimination...
DEI. An acronym that has entered our popular lexicon and demanded our attention. Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Concepts that have been enthusiastically embraced in some quarters and studiously ignored in others. What is all the fuss about? Why should we, members of ARCS Foundation Oregon, care?
Throughout the course of my membership in ARCS, I have been inspired by the dedication to our mission that is clearly demonstrated by our volunteer leaders. As President, I am so grateful for this level of commitment, which I have rarely seen anywhere else in my volunteer service.
Do you have furniture or home goods you no longer need? Now, you can share them with ARCS scholars!
The Scholar Relations Committee is piloting a new program that connects members who have surplus furniture and home goods to scholars who can use them. Some of our scholars have come to...
Since 2009, Barbara Silver has been a loyal member of ARCS Foundation Oregon. In 2012, she and her husband, Philip established some of the first endowed scholar awards for the Chapter. Over the years, Barbara and Philip have thoroughly enjoyed building relationships with their scholars and learning about a variety of...
