Class Notes

Profiles see more at uoalumni.com

One Duck's journey of culture, learning, and global connections

Date: 12/10/2024
The UO wasn't on the radar of Nagore Sedano Naveira, PhD ’19 (romance languages)—that is until she met a UO alum who spoke highly of the university. Read about the Basque Country, Spain native's journey to the Pacific Northwest.

Alumni bring Autzen energy to Singapore

Alumni bring Autzen energy to Singapore

Date: 11/12/2024
Singapore-based Ducks united to watch Oregon’s big win against Ohio State, turning game day into a celebration of football, friendship, and tradition.

Introducing the UOAA’s new member portal

Introducing the UOAA’s new member portal

Date: 11/12/2024
Discover this intuitive, user-focused platform designed to keep you connected and in control of your membership.

Class Notes see more at uoalumni.com

Namika Sagara

BS ’02, MS ’09 (psychology), PhD ’09 (marketing), a behavioral economics consultant, assumed office as executive officer/chief behavioral officer for Tokyo-based GA Technologies.

Sravya Tadepalli
BS ’19 (Clark Honors College, journalism, political science), was featured in American Theatre magazine as an emerging critic who has found outlets for publishing work despite contraction in the field.
Alexis Lee
BS ’00 (business administration), former marketing operations manager for the Portland Trail Blazers and Moda Center, became president of business operations for the Portland Thorns of the NWSL.

In Memoriam see more at uoalumni.com

In Memoriam: Thomas Munkres (1943-2024)

Date: 11/7/2024
Thomas Munkres, BS ’81, had long-lasting ties with the University of Oregon, studying advanced mathematics, working in the Registrar’s Office, and earning a degree in Computer Science. He worked as an Information Technology Specialist at Oregon Judicial Department, Lane County, was an advocate for alternate transportation, a runner, bicyclist, and a walker. Fond memories of his kind nature and gentle humor will endure.

In Memoriam: Peter Buxtun (1939–2024)

Date: 9/23/2024
Peter Buxtun, BA ’59, was a former venereal disease investigator with the Public Health Service who exposed and helped end the Tuskegee syphilis study.

In Memoriam: Betty Miller Simonds (1933–2024)

Date: 7/29/2024
Betty Miller Simonds, BS '55, was proud to be an Oregon Duck, especially being a woman graduating from college in 1955. She was a member of the Tri Delta sorority and made many friends there. Betty was a lifetime Oregon Duck football fan, in their good or bad years!