2025 DRU Summit

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April 16, 2025, 9:00am - 4:00pm 
April 17, 2025, 9:00am - Noon 

University of Oregon, Portland Campus

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Overview

Discussion Themes

Continuity Planning

Developing Business Continuity Plans (BCPs), Research Continuity Plans (RCPs), or Academic Continuity Plans (ACPs) within a university environment presents both challenges and opportunities. One of the main challenges is the diverse operations and decentralized structure typical of universities and colleges. Additionally, budget constraints and a shortage of skilled personnel can make creating and maintaining comprehensive continuity plans difficult. Despite these challenges, there are significant opportunities to foster a resilient, adaptive, and efficient institution that can effectively respond to unforeseen disruptions.

Threat Assessments, Hazard Vulnerability Assessments (HVA), Risk Assessments

In a university environment, these types of assessments are critical processes for identifying potential dangers and preparing for them. Risk and hazard vulnerability assessments are crucial to protecting the university's mission, prioritizing mitigation efforts, and enhancing safety, preparedness, and resilience. In this session, we will discuss the different types of assessments, how they can be used, and the importance of coordination and collaboration between the various groups on campus in conducting and maintaining risk and hazard assessments for your university or college. 

Crisis Communications

An all-hazards crisis communications plan is essential in a university setting to ensure timely, accurate, and coordinated communication during emergencies. Universities face diverse risks, including natural disasters, public health crises, and security threats. A well-prepared plan enables clear messaging to protect students, staff, and the community, maintain trust, and minimize disruption. By addressing all potential hazards, such a plan promotes resilience, safety, and the university's ability to respond effectively to any crisis.

Presentations Topics 

Based on recent DRU surveys and roundtable: 

  • Emergency Management
  • Enterprise Risk Management
  • Incident Management Teams

Registration Fees

  • Early Bird Registration: $325 per person (Until March 9)
  • Registration: $350 per person (March 10-April 13)
  • Last Minute Registration: $400 per person (April 14-17)

Registration is open. Enrollment is limited to 100 participants to help foster interactive learning, constructive conversations, and networking between attendees and speakers. Cancellations received by April 9, 2025 will be subject to a $20 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given after April 9, 2025. 

You will need to create a profile to register. Please follow the instructions to create a profile and set a password. For registration assistance or questions, please email drureg@uoregon.edu or call (541)346-3537.

Travel and Lodging

More information coming soon.

For registration assistance or questions, please email drureg@uoregon.edu. Have questions about the DRU or DRU Summit that are not related to registration? Email us.