President’s Message It was wonderful seeing so many of you at Tom Potiowsky’s January presentation. His review of our current economic state, how we got here, and reflections about the future were thought provoking and enlightening. His mention of educational debt incurred by students struck a responsive chord as we make a concerted effort to support students through our scholarship fund. I was reminded of the consequences both short and long term, of the economic situation in which far too many of our students find themselves. Those consequences have personal as well as larger social effects that we sometimes don’t think about, or are not aware of. I am proud of RAPS’ efforts to support students, but I know we need to do more. If you have not taken the time recently to make a contribution to the RAPS Scholarship Fund, I hope you will. If you have contributed, I thank you. Every contribution counts – more than you know. The ballot for election of next year’s RAPS officers is at the back of this newsletter. Please vote! PSU Community Chorus Seeks New Members he PSU Community Chorus is seeking new members and invites you to participate. The Chorus, made up of faculty, staff, and alumni, welcomes singers of all skill levels. There is no audition to join. If interested, please contact J. R. Tarabocchia (tarabocc@pdx.edu). The chorus sings from mid-January until mid-May, and practices over the lunch hour every Tuesday and Thursday. The cost is $50 for new singers and $40 for returners who sang fall term. Jason Sabino, a graduate student studying conducting, directs the chorus. RAPS Scholarship Contributions David and Mary Krug Terri Doherty The Robert W. Vogelsang Memorial Wine Raffle Nominations Sought for Outstanding Staff, Faculty he RAPS Awards Committee is seeking nominations for the Outstanding Retired Faculty and Staff Awards. The awards will be presented at the annual President’s Luncheon on April 17. Awardees are selected based on their achievements since retirement in at least three of the following categories: Service to the community Service to the University Professional/career achievements Service to RAPS Both members and non-members of RAPS are eligible. Nominations will also be accepted for special awards to persons who excel in a single category. Deadline for receipt of nominations is Thursday, March 13. Forms may be obtained by contacting Alle Powers, RAPS Office Manager, at rapsmail@pdx.edu or 503-725-3447. If you have questions, please contact Awards Committee Chair Brian Lewis at brianlewispdx@gmail.com or 503-5905890. 2 I T T
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