Events

Jun 6
Organic/Inorganic/Materials Chemistry Seminar: Art as Evidence: The technical study and scientific examination of works of art 3:00 p.m.

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Organic/Inorganic/Materials Seminar Karen Trentelman, Getty Conservation Institute Hosted by CBGReAT Art as Evidence: The...
Organic/Inorganic/Materials Chemistry Seminar: Art as Evidence: The technical study and scientific examination of works of art
June 6
3:00 p.m.
Willamette Hall 110

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Organic/Inorganic/Materials Seminar

Karen Trentelman, Getty Conservation Institute Hosted by CBGReAT

Art as Evidence: The technical study and scientific examination of works of art

The scientific study of works of art addresses questions related to conservation (material identification, degradation processes, compatibility of treatment methods), curatorial (artist’s technique, workshop practice, attribution/provenance), or material (physical properties and behavior) issues. Answering these questions frequently requires detailed analyses of cultural heritage materials and the reconstruction of historic technologies. The precious nature of works of art creates unique analytical challenges, often necessitating the development of new analytical approaches or specialized instrumentation. A premium is placed on those techniques that either can be used completely non-invasively (i.e., without the removal of any sample, such as X-ray fluorescence and Raman spectroscopies), or can provide new and vital information with the removal of only minimal amounts of material (such as trace analysis via inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) or chemical state information via X-ray absorption near edge spectroscopy (XANES)). Underlying all the work is the common goal of furthering the understanding of the materials and methods used in the creation, interpretation and conservation of works of art. This talk will present examples of research focused on objects in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum, ranging from Egyptian mummies to medieval manuscripts, to Italian gilded panel paintings, to 19th century French drawings, to paintings by Rembrandt and Van Gogh.

Jun 6
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE 7:30 p.m.

Music and Lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Sheinkin Conceived by Rebecca Feldman Additional Material by Jay Reiss Originally Directed on Broadway by James...
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
May 23–June 8
7:30 p.m.
Miller Theatre Complex Hope Theatre

Music and Lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Sheinkin Conceived by Rebecca Feldman Additional Material by Jay Reiss Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine Originally produced on Broadway by David Stone, James L. Nederlander, Barbara Whitman, Patrick Catullo Barrington Stage Company, Second Stage Theatre

Directed by Tara Wibrew

An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Jun 7
2025 Creative Writing Program MFA Celebration 1:00 p.m.

Please Join the Creative Writing Program for the Creative Writing MFA Reading and Hooding...
2025 Creative Writing Program MFA Celebration
June 7
1:00 p.m.
Gerlinger Hall Alumni Lounge

Please Join the Creative Writing Program for the Creative Writing MFA Reading and Hooding Celebration.

Jun 7
Disabling Reality 7:30 p.m.

Original musical play created by and starring Lane County and University of Oregon disability communities.

Disabling Reality
June 7–8
7:30 p.m.
Global Scholars Hall 123 (Great Room)

Original musical play created by and starring Lane County and University of Oregon disability communities.

Jun 7
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE 7:30 p.m.

Music and Lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Sheinkin Conceived by Rebecca Feldman Additional Material by Jay Reiss Originally Directed on Broadway by James...
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
May 23–June 8
7:30 p.m.
Miller Theatre Complex Hope Theatre

Music and Lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Sheinkin Conceived by Rebecca Feldman Additional Material by Jay Reiss Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine Originally produced on Broadway by David Stone, James L. Nederlander, Barbara Whitman, Patrick Catullo Barrington Stage Company, Second Stage Theatre

Directed by Tara Wibrew

An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Jun 8
Disabling Reality 2:00 p.m.

Original musical play created by and starring Lane County and University of Oregon disability communities.

Disabling Reality
June 7–8
2:00 p.m.
Global Scholars Hall 123 (Great Room)

Original musical play created by and starring Lane County and University of Oregon disability communities.

Jun 8
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE 2:00 p.m.

Music and Lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Sheinkin Conceived by Rebecca Feldman Additional Material by Jay Reiss Originally Directed on Broadway by James...
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
May 23–June 8
2:00 p.m.
Miller Theatre Complex Hope Theatre

Music and Lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Sheinkin Conceived by Rebecca Feldman Additional Material by Jay Reiss Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine Originally produced on Broadway by David Stone, James L. Nederlander, Barbara Whitman, Patrick Catullo Barrington Stage Company, Second Stage Theatre

Directed by Tara Wibrew

An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Jun 11
Chemistry and Biochemistry Seminar: 2025 Alumni Achievement Award, Jeremiah Marsden 3:15 p.m.

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Seminar 2025 Alumni Achievement Award Jeremiah Marsden, Former President Cascade Chemistry & Owner, Claim 52...
Chemistry and Biochemistry Seminar: 2025 Alumni Achievement Award, Jeremiah Marsden
June 11
3:15 p.m.
Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact Beetham Family Seminar Room

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Seminar 2025 Alumni Achievement Award

Jeremiah Marsden, Former President Cascade Chemistry & Owner, Claim 52 Brewing Event hosts:  Vickie DeRose and Mike Haley

From Bench to Boardroom to Brewery

As a student it can be difficult to picture where your degree will take you. This talk provides a story of opportunities taken and lessons learned in growing and selling a successful chemistry business.

Followed by Light Refreshments, 4:15-5pm

Jun 15
2025 Neuroscience Commencement Ceremony 8:00 a.m.

Join the Neuroscience department for our 2025 Commencement ceremony on Sunday, June 15th at 8:00 am in the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom.

2025 Neuroscience Commencement Ceremony
June 15
8:00–9:30 a.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Ballroom

Join the Neuroscience department for our 2025 Commencement ceremony on Sunday, June 15th at 8:00 am in the Erb Memorial Union Ballroom.

Jun 15
2025 Classics, Humanities, Medieval, and Religious Studies, and Philosophy Commencement Ceremony 10:00 a.m.

Join the Classics, Humanities, Medieval and Religious Studies, and Philosophy departments for our 2025 Commencement ceremony on Sunday, June 15th at 10:00 am in Straub Hall room...
2025 Classics, Humanities, Medieval, and Religious Studies, and Philosophy Commencement Ceremony
June 15
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Straub Hall 156

Join the Classics, Humanities, Medieval and Religious Studies, and Philosophy departments for our 2025 Commencement ceremony on Sunday, June 15th at 10:00 am in Straub Hall room 156. For more information, RSVP requirements, and day of details please email asu3@uoregon.edu.