Class Notes

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All Without Words: An alum's composition inspired by autistic and nonverbal son

All Without Words: An alum's composition inspired by autistic and nonverbal son

Date: 11/14/2023
Justin Morell, PhD ’10 (music composition), recorded his son's spontaneous vocalizations, transcribing them into a melody and theme that has become All Without Words. The musical work has evolved into a multidisciplinary performance.

Faculty alumni profile: Unpacking narratives of revenge, darkness and chaos

Faculty alumni profile: Unpacking narratives of revenge, darkness and chaos

Date: 11/14/2023
Ulrick Casimir, MA '05, PhD '08 (English), known as Dr. C, is a core faculty member in the Clark Honors College. Gravitating toward darker themes both in his writing and in course topics, he helps students consider storytelling of intrigue.

From ball gowns to space suits, and everything in-between

From ball gowns to space suits, and everything in-between

Date: 11/14/2023
Former Miss Oregon USA and aspiring astronaut Manju Bangalore, BS ’18 (physics), talks following your passions, mental health, and staying true to yourself.

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Anna Maria Ponzi

BA ’87 (public relations), former owner, chief executive, and president of Ponzi Vineyards, was named interim director of Linfield University’s Center for Wine Education.

Chelsea Whyte
BA ’06 (international studies), senior news editor at New Scientist, has taken on the role of US editor in the New York office.
Jeff Schwob
BArch ’86, interim community development director for Redwood City, California, was appointed to the full-time position.

In Memoriam see more at uoalumni.com

In Memoriam: Bob Radcliffe (1942–2023)

Date: 11/2/2023
Bob proudly wore his Oregon hats while sharing numerous alumni events always full of camaraderie, joy and inspiration. He was a caring, fun loving, generous and passionate friend and contributor to the Orange County Ducks for over 20 years.

In Memoriam: Eric Lawrence Lyons (1979–2023)

Date: 10/16/2023
Eric Lyon, BS ’05, started his professional life at University of Oregon where, after graduating, he worked at a genetic research laboratory for eight years. During that time, he contributed to research papers published in Current Biology as well as two other peer reviewed scientific journals.

In Memoriam: Hugh Belton (1946-2023)

Date: 7/17/2023
Hugh Belton, BS '66, passed away on February 5, 2023, surrounded by his family at home in Westfield, Indiana.