Brie Haro
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“I think everybody needs to understand that if you’re failing, you’re doing it right.”
“I think everybody needs to understand that if you're failing, you're doing it right." Ari Shapiro hopes to calm University of Portland class of '23's nerves at the commencement ceremony as this year's speaker.
From NPR to Chiles: Ari Shapiro to speak at commencement for class of ‘23
Ari Shapiro, rotating host of NPR’s “All Things Considered”, will be this year’s commencement speaker for the class of ‘23. Shapiro, along with U.S. Senator in Vermont 1975-2023, Patrick J. Leahy, will be two out of the seven to receive honorary doctorates. “Graduating seniors, most of whom started college in the fall of 2019, persevered through mask-wearing and online learning over pandemic-affected stretches of 2020 and 2021 to earn degrees and a celebratory moment on the 2023 commencement stage” an email from the University's Office of Public Affairs said.
STAFF OPINION: Vinyls: More than a piece of pressed plastic
Editor-in-chief, Brie Haro, is known for her vast record collection in her room and thinks that it is the best way to consume music. While noticing the resurgence in the trend to own records, she encourages others to “get that vinyl off your wall and onto a turntable.”
UP elongates campus closure due to hazardous road conditions
After the heavy snowfall that came to Portland this Wednesday, the University remains closed throughout the weekend due to hazardous road conditions. The Beacon compiled a list of what's open to Pilots on campus.
Another snow day ensues for the UP community
A record of 10.8 inches of snowfall has made University of Portland close campus today due to the inclement weather. Online classes will continue as scheduled and a decision about tomorrow will come at a later time.
Letter from the Editors: ASUP can’t advocate for a silent student body
With the deadline for ASUP applications closing this Friday Feb. 24, The Beacon recognizes the importance of keeping the government — even at a micro-level — accountable for their responsibilities. In the letter, the editors have a call for both ASUP and the student body.
UP cuts Title IX position amidst budget shortfall
The administration has eliminated the Title IX coordinator position in an effort to deal with the University’s $13.4 million budget deficit. Tammy Herdener, associate vice president for student development, will be acting as the interim Title IX coordinator while the program undergoes restructuring.
International Night is back and ready to foster community
International Night was the first on-campus event to be canceled in March of 2019 after COVID-19 forced UP to send students home. Now, the 50 year long tradition is back and fostering dialogues surrounding international experiences with a panel of students. The panel will be held on Nov. 18 from 5:30-8:00 pm at the Quiet Side of Commons.
