8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
noon
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Curious about career paths that value your academic training but exist beyond the traditional professor track? This workshop will introduce you to the world of “academic-adjacent” careers, that is roles in higher education, administration, management, research, nonprofits, industry, and more. Learn strategies for exploring opportunities, tailoring your materials, and showcasing your graduate skills in new contexts. It’s never too early or too late to broaden your options and discover where your expertise can take you.
This workshop is intended for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. Please register at https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/0198e30437197e34a62676b34bfe2e41 to receive the Zoom link.
This event is part of the GradEdge: Midweek Career Workshops series. Join us every Wednesday afternoon this term!
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
6:00–8:00 p.m.
Take a break from studying and join us for a night of holiday cheer and connection with other students!
Student Panel:
- Nick Batchelder - J.P. Morgan, Summer Analyst
- Nicholas Laureano - Microsoft, Software Engineering Intern
- Taliek Lopez-Duboff - US House of Representatives, Legislative Intern
- Tarek Anthony - OPB, News Intern
Hone your networking skills while making meaningful connections with other ambitious students from diverse backgrounds, and enjoy FREE food and drinks.
Connect@UO is the premier student-run networking organization at the University of Oregon, hosting twice-per-term networking mixers and various pop-up events for all majors. We strive to uplift the community, help students enhance their networking skills, and connect individuals with those they never thought they would meet.
For more information about the event and Connect@UO, visit our Instagram page @connect.uo
Bring a friend and get ready for a great time!
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Application deadline– January 16, 2026 Award decisions made – February 2026 Anticipated start date – summer or fall 2026
Contact: Melissa Panter, consumergrant@uoregon.edu
To be eligible for funding, a research project must address consumer protection in Oregon.
Oregon Consumer Justice is currently prioritizing five areas of focus in connection with its strategic plan:
- Consumer protection with respect to the purchasing, financing, or maintenance of automobiles;
- Consumer debt, such as medical debt, credit access, predatory lending, collection practices, credit reporting, and bankruptcy;
- Insurance, such as issues relating to access, pricing, or claims;
- Access to justice for consumers, particularly as it relates to forced arbitration and class action waivers;
- Any other emergent issues and opportunities, such as new or growing predatory practices, or novel consumer protection issues driven by technological or social change, particularly those affecting consumers who are particularly vulnerable to scams, fraud, or other predatory practices, such as seniors, veterans and tribal members.