October 16, 2025 10:16 a.m.

Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students,  

The University of Oregon is participating in the Great Oregon ShakeOut earthquake drill today. We are asking that you take time today to practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold On”:  

1. DROP to the ground,
2. COVER your head and neck with your arms and seek additional shelter by getting under a sturdy desk or table if nearby; and
3. HOLD ON to your shelter and be prepared to move with it until the shaking stops. 

To learn more about earthquakes in Oregon and what you can do to prepare, please review the following resources:

• UO Cascadia Region Earthquake Science Center (CRESCENT)
• UO Oregon Hazards Lab (OHAZ)
• UO Earthquake Safety Resources
• Sign up for Shake Alert Earthquake Early Warning
• Develop your Emergency Preparedness Plan  

Thank You, 

UO Emergency Management Team