Oregon Humanities

Nominate an Oregon Humanities Board Member

The organization seeks nominees for renewable, three-year terms.

25 May 2010

Do you know an Oregonian who is committed to public service and making the humanities available to audiences across the state? If so, you can now nominate that person for membership on the statewide Board of Directors of Oregon Humanities (formerly Oregon Council for the Humanities).

Please send a letter of nomination that includes the candidate’s name and address; a brief description of why this person should serve on the Oregon Humanities Board of Directors, including his or her experience and interest in the public humanities; and a curriculum vitae or resume to Oregon Humanities, Attn: Nominations Committee, 813 SW Alder Street, Suite 702, Portland, Oregon 97205. Candidates must be nominated by someone other than... More

Free Conversation Project Programs Available

Interactive, facilitated conversation programs happening July through October 2010 available to Oregon nonprofits at no cost.

05 May 2010

Through the Conversation Project: A New Chautauqua, nonprofit organizations around the state have access to free programs that engage community members in thoughtful, challenging conversations about ideas critical to our daily lives and our state’s future.

Nonprofits have until May 31, 2010, to apply for programs that take place between July 1 and October 31, 2010. The Conversation Project, which connects Oregonians with public scholars and provocative ideas through idea-driven dialogue, is a program of Oregon Humanities (formerly Oregon Council for the Humanities).

The catalog, instructions for host organizations, and downloadable application form are available online at oregonhumanities.org and by request from Program... More