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2025 Oregon Sylff Fellows

Leading Global Change Through Research

Seven University of Oregon doctoral students are seeking solutions to challenges that cross borders to shape a more just world. As this year’s Oregon Sylff Fellows, their research shares a commitment to uplifting marginalized voices and creating meaningful impact. The Sylff fellowship helps fund these students' international research, which spans continents and disciplines.

2025 Sylff Fellows

26%
Students of Color
16%
International Students
57%
Master's Students
43%
Doctoral Students

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Graduate Employment

Graduate Employee (GE) is the term used at the UO for teaching, research, and administrative graduate assistantships.

GEs receive a competitive compensation package that includes a monthly salary, full-time tuition waiver, mandatory fees subsidy, health insurance premium coverage, and subsidized health insurance premium coverage for dependents. All GEs at the UO receive labor union representation.

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Mandatory Training for New GEs

 

3,390
students enrolled in graduate and law programs
83%
doctoral students funded with Graduate Employee appointments
$2M+
fellowships and awards administered annually

 

News

Seven UO doctoral students were selected as this year's Oregon Sylff Fellows. Learn more about their inspiring research.
Iranian Parisa Garazhian, a master of fine arts student, finds belonging at the UO through creativity and connections with staff.
Duck interns fanned out across the globe to work, learn, and prepare for fulfilling careers. Explore their summer experiences, across Oregon and around the world.

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What can you do with a graduate degree from the UO?

Our alumni take their graduate education in inspiring, community-centered directions. Their stories show what's possible at the UO.

Shannon Oliver, MBA '13, works as the director of operations at the Oregon Food Bank. Read Feeding Oregon: UO Alumni Work to End Hunger.

Kelly Clendenon, MA '25 (multimedia storytelling), directed the documentary "Helpers" with J.J. Kirby. Read How Recovery Inspired an Award-Winning Student Documentary.

Naomi Evans, MNM '23, works as a community relations coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings. Read Becoming a Leader in Career Preparation.

Events

Events
Dec 30
Financial Management Association Club Meeting 6:00 p.m.

The Financial Management Association (FMA) provides students with opportunities to learn about financial markets, careers in finance, and professional skills through...
Financial Management Association Club Meeting
January 14–June 2
6:00–7:00 p.m.
Lillis Business Complex 275

The Financial Management Association (FMA) provides students with opportunities to learn about financial markets, careers in finance, and professional skills through presentations, discussions, and guest speakers. Each meeting is designed to help students explore different areas of finance, stay informed about current topics in the industry, and build connections with peers and professionals.

Jan 5
Art Exhibit: I Finally Finished It by UO Craft Center 8:00 a.m.

The Craft Center is proud to exhibit: I Finally Finished It. See a variety of art forms from the diverse artistry of the Craft Center's staff, students, faculty and...
Art Exhibit: I Finally Finished It by UO Craft Center
January 5–March 12
8:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Adell McMillan Gallery

The Craft Center is proud to exhibit: I Finally Finished It. See a variety of art forms from the diverse artistry of the Craft Center's staff, students, faculty and family.

 

Exhibit on display January 5 to March 12.

Reception January 13, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Refreshments provided.

Jan 5
Free Pilates-Yoga Fusion for Faculty/Staff/Grad Students noon

In this free class, Pilates-based exercises are paired with a yoga practice to enhance muscular strength/endurance, flexibility, and balance while centering mind-body connection...
Free Pilates-Yoga Fusion for Faculty/Staff/Grad Students
January 5–March 11
noon
Gerlinger Hall 220

In this free class, Pilates-based exercises are paired with a yoga practice to enhance muscular strength/endurance, flexibility, and balance while centering mind-body connection and reducing stress. No experience necessary! All faculty/staff/graduate students are welcome!

Register online for each class. Please email Sarah Ebert, Assistant Director for Mind-Body and Fitness, with questions: sarahe@uoregon.edu

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