Duck In and Connect - Portland: Build Bridges, Uncover Opportunities

Build Bridges, Uncover Opportunities


Thursday, May 8, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (PDT)

UO Portland Campus - Library and Learning Center & Alumni Atrium


2800 Northeast Liberty Street Portland, OR 97211
* Registration open until 5/8/25 at 6:30 PM (PDT)
* Registration open until 5/8/25 at 6:30 PM (PDT)
Category: Career

Duck In and Connect

Join us for Duck In and Connect, a networking event that brings UO alumni and students together to share experiences, forge connections, and explore the university's impressive new Portland campus.

Whether you're an alum looking to expand your professional network, explore new opportunities, or reconnect with fellow Ducks, or a student eager to gain career insights and make valuable connections, this event offers the perfect setting to develop meaningful relationships.

The evening will feature structured networking activities to spark engaging conversations and open, casual mingling in a welcoming space to relax and connect.
Don’t miss this chance to be part of an inspiring evening that celebrates collaboration, networking, and the vibrant new UO Portland campus.

This event is brought to you in partnership by the Duck Career network and PDX Ducks Alumni Chapter.

Registration

$10 for UOAA members
$15 for nonmembers
UO students attend free (register with 95 number)

Registration includes appetizers and two (2) drink tickets.

Location

UO Portland
Alumni Atrium & Library and Learning Center

2800 Northeast Liberty Street
Portland, OR 97211

Parking

Free, non-permited parking is available all day at the Library and Learning Center. 

Agenda

May 8
6:00 PM - 6:15 PM Check-In and Welcome
Arrive, check in, and grab your name tag. Enjoy heavy appetizers and beverages while mingling casually with fellow Ducks.
6:15 PM - 6:25 PM Opening Remarks
Hear a warm welcome from the Duck Career Network staff and PDX Ducks Alumni Chapter. Learn about the importance of networking, the spirit of Ducks Helping Ducks, and how this event fosters career connections.
6:25 PM - 7:00 PM Guided Connections
Engage in small group, roundtable networking designed to break the ice, spark meaningful conversations, and help you make connections with purpose.
7:00 PM - 7:50 PM Open Networking and Door Prizes
Mingle freely with alumni and students, exchange stories, and build connections. 
7:50 PM - 8:00 PM Closing Remarks
Hear closing remarks celebrating the connections made and encouraging ongoing engagement.

Attendees (55)

David P. Ainsworth

Jennifer Blackwell

Nolan L. J. Bollier

Maya E. L. Cansdale

James Chang

Director-Career Networking, Membership, and Biz Dev

University of Oregon Alumni Association

Erica Coughlin-Glaser

Kyle Crooke

Emily Davis

Amy M. Easton

Development Director

Michael J. Freudenthal

Consultant

Lauren V. Garetto

Digital Media Manager

Melissa L. Gray

VP, Senior Compliance Specialist

Richard Guy

Missy Hughes

Maxfield R. Joyner

Aidan Liston

Molly M. Liston

Vice President

Danny Lu

Megan McKinney

University of Oregon Alumni Association

Sarah P. Medley

Marketing Coordinator

Eli Mikiten

Geri L. Naumcheff

Key Account Manager

Sandy D. Rice

Admin. Analyst, Technology Services, Info & Innovation Dept.

Scott Salazar

Business Recruitment Officer

Alan Workman

30 Other Registered Attendees
* Registration open until 5/8/25 at 6:30 PM (PDT)
* Registration open until 5/8/25 at 6:30 PM (PDT)

For More Information:

Megan McKinney

Megan McKinney

University of Oregon Alumni Association