Partnerships & Applications Workshop

June 26-27, 2025, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, University of Oregon Portland Northeast Campus, Portland, OR

Workshop Goals

A forum for inter-organizational connection and collaboration around Cascadia seismic research and resilience

Following the first iteration of this workshop in June 2024, this two-day* event is designed to explore the emergent challenges and needs of the multi-disciplinary community involved in earthquake hazard study and mitigation in the Pacific Northwest. A mix of CRESCENT research updates, community presentations, and facilitated discussion sessions will address the following themes:

Science communication
Emergency preparedness and response
Data availability and access
Resource limitations

READ THE 2024 WORKSHOP REPORT HERE

We encourage participation of representatives from across the spectrums of research, practice, policy and community organizations.

The Pacific Northwest Chapter of the National Association of Geosciences Teachers (NAGT) will be hosting their annual meeting alongside the CRESCENT Partnerships & Applications workshop and we look forward to some collaborative sessions to highlight geosciences education topics and opportunities.

*The afternoon of day 2 will feature an optional off-site field trip coordinated with NAGT.

Attendance

*APPLICATIONS CLOSED*

To apply, please fill out the linked form by Friday 25 April.

Please note that due to space limitations, attendance for this event will be capped. We will reach out to accepted applicants in late April. Limited travel funds are available – please request support on the application form if needed.

If you have questions please email: acliff@uoregon.edu

APPLY HERE

Travel & Lodging

26-27 June 2025

University of Oregon Portland Northeast Campus, Portland, OR

Venue

The 2025 Partnerships & Applications Workshop will be held at the UO Portland NE Campus on June 26-27, 2025.

Flights, ground transportation and parking

UO Portland NE Campus is a 15 minute drive from PDX international airport.

The campus is near stops on bus lines 17, 70, and 75. Routes 17 and 70 operate on 30-minute intervals from downtown Portland, and route 75 operates on 15-minute intervals from SE Portland, connecting with the MAX Blue, Red and Green Lines. Visit the TriMet website for updated schedules and to plan your rides.

For maps, directions, parking and other ground transportation information, see here.

Lodging

Radisson Hotel Portland Airpor t (6233 N.E. 78th Ct., Portland, OR, 97218, US) is CRESCENT’s host hotel for overnight guests. Radisson offers a complimentary breakfast, free airport shuttle, on-site restaurant and full business center.

Limited travel and lodging support will be available by application. For those booking travel independently, a preferred block rate is available for bookings made prior to June 6, 2025. Follow this link to book a room in the CRESCENT block.

Agenda

Notes: All times Pacific Time. Agenda is subject to change.

Thursday, June 26

8:00 – 8:30 am: Registration and coffee

8:30 – 8:45 am: Welcome and introductions

8:45 – 9:45 am: Cascadia connections exercise – mapping interorganizational connectivity and communications pathways

9:45 – 10:05 am: Break

10:05 – 11:10 am: Science to practice case studies – panel presentations and Q&A

11:10 – 12:00 pm: Science to practice roundtable discussion session

12:00 – 1:15 pm: Lunch (provided)

1:15 – 3:00 pm: CRESCENT working group, special interest group and seed grant presentations

3:00 – 3:15 pm: Break

3:15 – 4:30 pm: Addressing science communication challenges – workshop session

4:30 – 6:00 pm: Poster/digital media presentations and reception

Friday, June 27

8:00 – 8:30 am: Registration and coffee

8:30 – 8:40 am: Welcome and introduction to day 2

8:40 – 9:35 am: Addressing Cascadia earthquake scenario needs – workshop session

9:35 – 10:30 am: Building a Cascadia data dashboard – workshop session

10:30 – 10:45 am: Break

10:45 am – 12:15 pm: Addressing skills gaps, training needs and geosciences education opportunities – workshop session (in collaboration with NAGT)

12:15 – 12:30 pm: closing remarks and briefing for optional field trips

12:30 – 1:00 pm: Lunch (grab and go)

1:00 – 4:30 pm: Optional field trips (in collaboration with NAGT) – please note that spaces are limited and attendees must register separately, and complete a waiver, to participate in a field trip.

Option 1: Seismic risk and resilience at the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub and Port of Portland Marine Terminal

This field trip will visit sites along the Willamette River in North Portland for a boots-on-the-ground view of the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub and Port of Portland Marine Terminal. Learn from subject matter experts and engage in discussion around seismic risk and resilience efforts at these locations. 

Option 2: Seismic risk and resilience for critical infrastructure in NE Portland

This field trip will visit sites along the Columbia River in Northeast Portland for a close view of the Levees and Port of Portland Airport. Learn from subject matter experts and engage in discussion around seismic risk and resilience efforts at these locations. 

Option 3: Models and tools for advancing community preparedness at Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)

How can you engage your community in conversations about earthquake awareness and preparedness? Learn about event models like ShakeOut with potential to reach large number of community members, explore how tools like Raspberry Shake can support education and outreach, and get hands-on with demos that foster two-way conversations with people of diverse ages and backgrounds.

Workshop Planning Committee

This year’s planning committee includes representatives from agencies partnering with CRESCENT and research initiatives with a focus on local community relationships.