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President Kelly’s State of UP Address Proclaims University’s ‘Next Great Chapter’
Development
March 18, 2026
A beacon on The Bluff. A Portland pillar—always rising—educating bright minds and shining hope on the world. The University of Portland story, now 125 years old, is ready to embark on its “next great chapter.”
University of Portland Announces Transformational $20 Million Gift
Development
December 11, 2024
The landmark contribution will enhance student access to the University's Catholic, Holy Cross education and advance its commitment to academic excellence.
Expanding the Dundon-Berchtold ‘Ripple Effect’ — Multi-Million Dollar Estate Gift Will Fund University of Portland Student Scholarships
Development
Alumni
April 4, 2023
Advancing the legacy and the enduring impact he created alongside his late wife, Amy Dundon-Berchtold, University of Portland (UP) alumnus Jim Berchtold ’63 has announced an $18 million dollar estate gift that will primarily fund scholarships and tuition assistance for future UP students.
Students Walk with Students: Intersectional Hope & Healing Fund
Portland Magazine
Development
November 18, 2020
Distance learning, while essential due to the pandemic, has presented new challenges for many University of Portland students. Aimee Morlatt '22, junior finance major and president of UP’s mental health advocacy group Active Minds, learned first-hand of students attending Zoom classes from their cars, missing lectures due to lack of internet service or being in different time zones (especially international students), along with other inequities and hardships.
University of Portland departments recognized by Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
Awards and Rankings
Development
July 1, 2019
The University of Portland was among institutions recognized for their work by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE).
University of Portland sets new records of charitable giving during 2018 Giving Tuesday campaign
Development
December 18, 2018
The University of Portland established new records of charitable giving during the 24-hour event known as Giving Tuesday, November 27, 2018, including 741 gifts and a total raised of $194,744 —an 89% increase in total amount raised from 2017.
Clark Library gallery named in honor of late Dr. James T. Covert, UP professor emeritus in history
Development
History
College of Arts and Sciences
Library
October 17, 2018
A Clark Library gallery dedicated to showcasing the University of Portland’s past has been named the Dr. James T. Covert Gallery in honor of the late James Thayne Covert, Ph.D., professor emeritus in history.
Businessman and philanthropist George E. Swindells, longtime donor and former member of the University of Portland Board of Regents, passes away at age 85
Development
Business
September 28, 2018
George E. Swindells ‘55, Regent Emeritus of the University of Portland and a longtime institutional supporter, passed away Wednesday, September 26 at the age of eighty-five.
Memorial Mass for Elsie Franz Finley, long-time donor to the University of Portland, on Tuesday, September 18th
President
Development
September 13, 2018
Businesswoman and philanthropist Elsie Franz Finley, sister of the late Robert “Bob” Franz, passed away on August 14th at the age of 97. A Memorial Mass will be held for her on Tuesday, September 18th, at 2:30 p.m., in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher on the University of Portland campus.
Dr. Joane Moceri, retiring dean of University of Portland’s School of Nursing, honored with endowed scholarship
Nursing
Development
May 10, 2018
In honor of Dr. Joane Moceri’s retirement as the dean of the University of Portland School of Nursing, an endowed scholarship for nursing students has been established in her name.
#PilotsGive, University of Portland's first ever 24-hour day of giving, declared a great success
Development
April 9, 2018
On April 4-5, 2018, University of Portland launched its first annual 24-hour of giving. Considered a great success, 2,771 donors gave a total of $683,263.
Bonnie Toon-Sweeney Memorial Scholarship supports next generation of theater professionals
Performing and Fine Arts
College of Arts and Sciences
Development
October 26, 2017
The family of the late Bonnie Toon-Sweeney ’94, a longtime figure in the Portland theater community, has endowed a $50,000 scholarship in her name that will assist students studying theater at the University of Portland to complete their degrees.
Michael and Arlette Nelson commit $10 million to strengthen programs and enhance the campus of the University of Portland
Business
Development
Nursing
September 22, 2017
Portland businessman Michael E. Nelson ’76, a member of the University of Portland Board of Regents, and his wife Arlette have made a $10 million gift to enhance the campus infrastructure and support academic programs, the University announced Friday.
Dundon-Berchtold Hall Groundbreaking
President
Dundon-Berchtold Institute
Admissions
Development
September 21, 2017
On September 21, 2017, a groundbreaking ceremony was held on the site of the new academic building, Dundon-Berchtold Hall. The hall is scheduled for completion in January 2019.
$25,000 Esco Foundation grant advances University of Portland innovation initiatives
Engineering
Development
July 25, 2017
The University of Portland has received a $25,000 grant from the Esco Foundation of Portland for the development of an interdisciplinary makerspace in the Donald P. Shiley School of Engineering.
Sr. Angela Hoffman, professor of chemistry, awarded $15,000 from M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust’s Partners in Science program
Chemistry
Development
College of Arts and Sciences
July 14, 2017
Sr. Angela Hoffman, O.S.B., professor of chemistry at the University of Portland, was recently awarded $15,000 from M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust’s Partners in Science program.
Fr. Richard Berg, CSC's "Scars" adapted into stage play, premieres January 24
Development
October 27, 2016
After interviewing a group of nine active duty military veterans undergoing treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder, Fr. Richard Berg, CSC wrote a fictional story incorporating the soldiers’ stories and his own research. The resulting novel, Scars, was published by Corby Books, Lakeville, Ind., in 2013. The book has converted to a stage play by scriptwriter Roccie Hill and producer John Beaulieu and will be premiered on January 24, 2017, at 7 p.m., during the Fertile Ground Festival, held January 19-29 at Lakewood Center for the Arts in Lake Oswego, Ore.
Kyle E. Johnson Memorial Scholarship receives new $1.5 million pledge
Development
Alumni
September 12, 2016
The family of the late Kyle E. Johnson ’05 has expanded their bequest to a memorial scholarship named in his honor. Keith Johnson and his wife informed the University of an additional gift of approximately $1.5 million to the Kyle E. Johnson Memorial Scholarship. The funds will be held in trust and will transfer to the University as part of Keith Johnson’s estate.
University of Portland alumnus and longtime benefactor Donald T. Galarneau ’49 passes away
Alumni
Physics
Engineering
Development
August 29, 2016
University of Portland alumnus and longtime benefactor Donald T. Galarneau ’49 passed away on Saturday, August 20 after a sudden illness. A Portland native, Don generously gave the University $1.5 million during his lifetime, including matching gifts from General Electric (GE), for whom he worked his entire career.
Robert W. (Bob) Franz, member of the University of Portland’s Board of Regents and long-time donor to the University, passes away on August 9
Development
Alumni
August 12, 2016
Robert W. Franz, longtime regent, friend, and donor leaves his legacy as philanthropist for Franz Hall, Franz Center for Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and Franz Chair in Entrepreneurship.
Businessman and philanthropist Earle M. Chiles, member of the University of Portland Board of Regents, passes away at age 83
Development
Athletics
June 24, 2016
Portland businessman and philanthropist Earle M. Chiles passed away on Thursday, June 23 after a long illness. He was 83. Chiles was a longtime supporter of the University of Portland and had been a member of the University’s Board of Regents since 1975.
Allen and Kathleen Lund honor family, faith and formation with a new gift to the University
Residence Life
Development
May 6, 2016
A new gift commitment from Allen and Kathleen Lund brings their lifetime commitment to the University of Portland to $10 million. In recognition, the new residence hall will be named Lund Family Hall.
Gift from University of Portland engineering alumnus establishes Richard and Diane VanGrunsven Professor of Engineering
Engineering
Development
February 23, 2016
University of Portland has received a gift from engineering alumnus Dick VanGrunsven '61, for $30,000 to establish a new term professorship in the Shiley School of Engineering. Over the three-year term of the project, mechanical engineering professor Timothy Doughty will have the title “The Richard and Diane VanGrunsven Professor of Engineering.”
University of Portland Announces Transformational Gift for Academic Support from Amy Dundon-Berchtold and Jim Berchtold '63
President
Dundon-Berchtold Institute
Development
September 22, 2015
University of Portland President Rev. Mark L. Poorman, C.S.C., announced a $15 million commitment from Board of Regents member Amy Dundon-Berchtold and Jim Berchtold ’63.
University of Portland announces plans for new residence hall
Development
Residence Life
July 27, 2015
University of Portland has announced plans to construct a new residence hall with room for approximately 270 students.
University of Portland alumnus John Becic '52 gives $100,000 to establish professorship in accounting and help with upgrades of Joe Etzel Field
Development
Business
Athletics
July 20, 2015
University of Portland has received a $100,000 gift from alumnus John N. Becic, who graduated in 1952 with a degree in accounting.
UP alumnus Donald T. Galarneau '49 gives $50,000 to Donald P. Shiley School of Engineering, resulting in $50,000 match from GE
Engineering
Development
July 6, 2015
University of Portland alumnus Donald T. Galarneau, a 1949 University graduate, has donated $50,000 to the Donald P. Shiley School of Engineering for the purchase for a high speed camera.
University of Portland receives $75,000 from Elizabeth Cebula to help fund the Entrepreneur Scholars Program and the Dean’s Leadership Initiative
Business
Development
Franz Center
June 30, 2015
The University of Portland has received a $75,000 gift from Elizabeth Cebula, whose family has long and supportive ties to the University. Cebula’s gift will help fund the Entrepreneur Scholars Program and the Pamplin School of Business (PSOBA) Dean’s Leadership Initiative.
University of Portland receives $100,000 for the Beauchamp Recreation & Wellness Center
Recreational Services
Development
June 25, 2015
University of Portland has announced a $100,000 gift from Dick Ebersol to help fund the Beauchamp Recreation & Wellness Center, currently under construction and named in recognition of President Emeritus Rev. E. William Beauchamp, C.S.C.
University of Portland's renovation of the Pilot House begins; set to be complete during Fall semester
Development
President
May 5, 2015
The University of Portland has begun renovation of the Pilot House, which historically housed the campus bookstore and a small dining area and lounge.
University of Portland receives $500,000 from M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust for the Beauchamp Recreation & Wellness Center
Recreational Services
Development
April 17, 2015
University of Portland has announced a grant of $500,000 from M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust for the Beauchamp Recreation & Wellness Center, currently under construction and named in recognition of former University President Rev. E. William Beauchamp, C.S.C.
