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Veo bikes await the fall term for students to try out for the first time. The electronic power assist bikes are placed all over Oregon State University in Corvallis, and have been around since August.
OSU introduces new e-bike and scooter program
The floor of the Global Community Kitchen flooded due to someone hitting the sprinkler
Breaking News: OSU Community Kitchen sprinkler broken
Student moves into the International Living-Learning Center at Oregon State University on September 19, 2023. Last year saw record enrollment, and this year, OSU is expecting it to be even higher.
OSU expects record-high enrollment for upcoming year
Contributed photo from Big Fish Labs depicts research activities of Big Fish Lab member Dr. Alexandra McInturf conducted under approved scientific permitting.
Sharks in Corvallis: Big Fish Fest makes a splash at OSU
An illustration balancing AI and with emission from a factory
AI experts speak on impact of carbon emissions
A photo illustration depicts Ryan Davis as he uses artificial intelligence on his personal laptop. Photo by Fern Barber, Illustration by Rida Kauser
OSU researcher seeks to lessen AI biases
Agricultural arts teacher Marta Capriles picks Chinese hawthorns in the Corvallis Waldorf School Garden on Aug. 25, 2024. Capriles has been teaching at Waldorf for eight years and has helped form the agricultural arts curriculum.
Corvallis nonprofit to host Edible Garden Tour
A blue striped graphic with the words "city event preview" written in white block letters, Jan. 2023
Common Fields to host Corvallis Jazz Festival
Graphic depicts a map of rivers in Corvallis.
Corvallis rivers raise water quality concerns
Corvallis community members perform their rendition of Julius Caesar during the annual Bard in The Quad event in front of the Memorial Union in Corvallis on July 31.
Photo Gallery: Bard in the Quad- Julius Caesar
Coco Ma and Robin Kerr smile in front of the Playdemonium exhibition sign in the Corvallis Arts Center in Corvallis, Oregon, July 12.
‘Playdemonium’ multicultural artists open gallery at local arts center
Construction is underway on the new bridge in downtown Corvallis
Van Buren Bridge anti-earthquake construction resumes through summer
Skyler Thomas (17) celebrates with the famous turnover chainsaw after making an incredible interception on August 31st, the Beavers took on the Idaho State Bengals at Reser Stadium, the beavers fought hard, taking the first season win (38-15)
Beavers’ backs overwhelm Bengals
OSU Men’s soccer players hug after a win against UC Irvine on August 22.
Beavers open season with 2-1 victory over UC Irvine
Batter from the Corvallis Knights Baseball club takes a swing for the fences on August 14th at Goss Stadium in Corvallis OR. The Knights came up short losing to the Portland Pickles (1-4)
Pickle posse powers Portland to WCL championship game
Defensive line coach Ilaisa Tuiaki is interviewed by the media after Fall Camp at Oregon State University’s Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon, August 8.
Beaver Fall Camp updates: Tuiaki talks technique
Jade Carey gives a thank you speech in front of Reser Stadium in Corvallis OR on Aug 7 2024.
Gold for Jade: Olympian Jade Carey returns to OSU with gymnastics gold
Luka Vincic celebrates a first down in a game against the UW Huskies on Nov 18, 2023 over a graphic depicting the 2024 football season and column predictions.
The Superstitious Statistician: Season prediction
Batter from the Corvallis Knights Baseball club takes a swing for the fences on August 14th at Goss Stadium in Corvallis OR. The Knights came up short losing to the Portland Pickles (1-4)
Pickle posse powers Portland to WCL championship game
Fireworks are seen concluding the game between the Corvallis Knights and the Bend Elks at Goss Stadium, Coleman Field in Corvallis on Aug 3, 2024. The Corvallis Knights won against the Bend Elks 8-1.
Knights or diamond thieves?
Thomas Ferroggiaro runs home and scores against the Portland Pickles at Goss Stadium in Corvallis OR on July 27 2024.
Knights sour the Sweets with shutout win
Sean Wiese throws a pitch against the Portland Pickles at Goss Stadium in Corvallis OR on July 27 2024.
Knight escape Pickles, aim for series sweep
The Corvallis Knights watch their offensive turn vs the Ridgefield Raptors from the dugout in Goss Stadium at Oregon State University in Corvallis, OR, on July 24, 2024.
Pickles perish in ninth as Knights win fourth straight
The Corvallis Knights’ Dominic Tatone pitches vs the Ridgefield Raptors in Oregon State University’s Goss Stadium on July 24, 2024, in Corvallis, OR.
Knights fend off flock of Raptors
Skyler Thomas (17) celebrates with the famous turnover chainsaw after making an incredible interception on August 31st, the Beavers took on the Idaho State Bengals at Reser Stadium, the beavers fought hard, taking the first season win (38-15)
Beavers’ backs overwhelm Bengals
Defensive line coach Ilaisa Tuiaki is interviewed by the media after Fall Camp at Oregon State University’s Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon, August 8.
Beaver Fall Camp updates: Tuiaki talks technique
Quarterback Ben Gulbranson (#17) attempts to pass the ball in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl game against Notre Dame in El Paso, TX on Dec 29, 2023.
New era for Beaver football
A file photo of the Oregon State football team warming up before fall camp practice on Aug. 9 2023. Oregon State Athletics provides NIL opportunities to their student-athletes during the course of their collegiate careers.
Beavers kickoff first practice
Taliese Fuaga and Kanoa Shannon celebrate Shannon’s touchdown during the Beaver football game against Montana State at Providence Park in Portland, Ore, on September 17, 2022. Five different Beavers rushed for touchdowns during the game.
Fuaga goes in first round, highest from OSU since 1963
Let’s reminisce: ‘Who’s number one now?’
Let’s reminisce: ‘Who’s number one now?’
Jade Carey gives a thank you speech in front of Reser Stadium in Corvallis OR on Aug 7 2024.
Gold for Jade: Olympian Jade Carey returns to OSU with gymnastics gold
Jade Carey competes bars at the Oregon State University v. Brown gymnastics meet at Gill Coliseum on January 21st, 2024. She scored a 9.875.
Oregon State gymnast goes for gold in upcoming Olympic Games
Beaver Women’s Gymnastics team runs up to congratulate fellow Beaver gymnast on March 1 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, Oregon.
Oregon State gymnastics season ends with flips, turns
Oregon State University gymnast and Senior Ariana Young celebrates after completing her floor routine in a meet against the University of Washington on Friday in her final meet at Gill Coliseum.
Gym Beavs prepare for 49th regional competition
Oregon State University gymnast and Senior Ariana Young celebrates after completing her floor routine in a meet against the University of Washington on Friday in her final meet at Gill Coliseum.
Gymnastics vs Washington Photo Gallery
Jade Carey proudly holds up the chainsaw after a near perfect score on her floor exercise on March 1, at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, Oregon. Carey is surrounded by her supporting teammates as Beaver fans’ cheers roar through Gill Coliseum.
GymBeavs shine over Sun Devils in top-20 matchup
Head coach Scott Rueck speaks to the team during a timeout in OSU’s game against University of Southern California in Gill Coliseum on February 18, 2024.
Beaver basketball lets go of key players in transfer portal
Dexter Akanno of the OSU Men's Basketball team drives to the hoop against his defender in Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Mar 9 2024.
Beavs fall to Buffaloes 73-57 on senior night to wrap up regular season
Oregon State Sophomore Tyler Bilodeau (34) takes a shot Thursday night against Utah. During the game, Bilodeau scored 20 points — the second most out of all OSU players that night.
Oregon State basketball outlasts Utah at home
Dexter Akanno (#4) shoots to score at the men’s Oregon State University basketball game v. Oregon at Gill Coliseum on Feb. 17, 2024.
Ducks down Beavers
KC Ibekwe (#24) taps the ball during the tip off at the men’s Oregon State University basketball game v. Washington at Gill Coliseum on February 10th, 2024.
The state of Washington beats the Beavers once again
KC Ibekwe (#24) attempting to make a basket on February 8th, at Gill Stadium at Oregon State University. OSU lost to Washington State, 64-58.
PAC-2 rematch sees OSU fall again
OSU Men’s soccer players hug after a win against UC Irvine on August 22.
Beavers open season with 2-1 victory over UC Irvine
The OSU men's soccer team rejoices after a hard-fought win after scoring two goals against Seattle University on Nov. 16 at Paul Lorenz Field
OSU men’s soccer finishes out spring season
President of OSU Jayathi Murthy takes a moment to appreciate the view of Reser Stadium from an exam room during a tour of the new Health center located on the southwest side of campus on May 23. At its closest point, the new center is only 12 inches from Reser Stadium.
OSU and WSU settle with departing 10 PAC-12 schools
Fran Cortijo (3) runs to the crowd after scoring a game-winning goal in overtime as OSU took on Seattle University on Nov. 16 at Paul Lorenz Field
Beavers defeat Seattle University 2-1, advance to College Cup second round
Oregon State sophomore winger Arnau Farnos celebrates with teammates after scoring in the 19th minute during the match against California at Paul Lorenz Field on Oct. 22, 2023. Farnos’ goal was enough to give the Beavers a 1-0 victory over the visiting Golden Bears.
OSU men’s soccer begins playoffs against Seattle University
The Oregon State men’s soccer team applauds the crowd to show their appreciation.
Beavers battle Huskies to a 2-2 draw in season finale
On April 14, 2024, the OSU Beaver softball team comes together as they switch innings in a game against Stanford at Kelly Field
Beavers secure Stauffer
Oregon State University softball players cheer after teammate Madyson Clark hit a home run at Kelly Field on Friday April 26th.
Beaver softball players announce transfers
Kaylee Oh (#13) stands next to Head Coach Laura Berg in OSU’s game against University of Utah at Kelly Field on April 28, 2024.
Utah holds off a Beaver sweep
Oregon State University softball players cheer after teammate Madyson Clark hit a home run at Kelly Field on Friday, April 26.
Huge fourth inning leads to Beaver comeback
Oregon State University softball players cheer after teammate Madyson Clark hit a home run at Kelly Field on Friday April 26th.
Beavers turn it around on Utah
On April 14, 2024, Eliana Gottlieb (#12) hits the ball in a game against Stanford at Kelly Field
Beavers triumph over #8 Cardinal
Head coach Scott Rueck speaks to the team during a timeout in OSU’s game against University of Southern California in Gill Coliseum on February 18, 2024.
Beaver basketball lets go of key players in transfer portal
Talia Von Oelhoffen shoots a free throw from a technical foul against the University of Arizona at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Jan. 12.
Oregon State Women’s Basketball falls in Elite 8
The Beaver’s bench celebrates a play against the University of Arizona at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Jan. 12.
Beavers go Elite after Sweet 16 win
Talia Von Oelhoffen celebrates with Adlee Blacklock after clinching victory against the University of Arizona Wildcats at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Jan. 12.
Beavers advance to first Sweet 16 since 2019
AJ Marotte (#11) of the OSU WBB team shoots a layup with ease against the Cal Bears in Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on March 2.
The Beavers handle business against Cal
Talia von Oelhoffen (#22) advances up the court in a home game against Stanford in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 29.
Beavers fight until end, lose close game to Cardinal
McKenna Martinez (#19) fends off a University of Washington defender in their 0-0 draw on Sunday Oct. 29 at Paul Lorenz Field.
Oregon State women’s soccer draws with Washington
McKenna Martinez (left) and Stanford's Amy Sayer (right) face off in a match at Paul Lorenz Field on October 23rd 2022. Martinez scored a goal Oregon State's 3-2 win over UC Irvine.
Oregon State women’s soccer secures a 3-2 victory over UC Irvine
Oregon State University (OSU) women’s soccer player, Megin Turi, and University of Southern California (USC) women’s soccer player, Jaelyn Eisenhart, intensely sprint towards the ball on Sept. 29, 2022. OSU’s women’s soccer put up six shots in the first half against the Portland Pilots.
Oregon State women’s soccer draws Portland Pilots on own goal
McKenna Martinez (left) and Stanford's Amy Sayer (right) face off in a match at Paul Lorenz Field on October 23rd 2022. Martinez scored a goal Oregon State's 3-2 win over UC Irvine.
Beaver women’s soccer falls to Pacific University
Wide receiver Silas Bolden (#7) catches a pass during individual position drills during day one of Oregon State Football’s fall training camp on Aug 3, 2023. Bolden was one of Oregon State's top receivers last season.
The DAM Mailbag: PAC-12 Realignment, Beaver Football, and OSU women’s soccer
Oregon State University (OSU) women’s soccer player, Megin Turi, and University of Southern California (USC) women’s soccer player, Jaelyn Eisenhart, intensely sprint towards the ball on Sept. 29, 2022. OSU’s women’s soccer faced off USC’s team on Sept. 29 with a final score of OSU 1, USC 5.
Beavers draw with Ducks on the road to wrap up season
The referee raises Trey Munoz hand as the winner of his match during the Pac-12 Wrestling Championship at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Sunday.
PAC-12 Wrestling Championship Photo Gallery
Cleveland Belton wins his match against his Cal Poly opponent Abe Hinrichsen at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Jan. 19.
Oregon State wrestling takes down Cal Poly in comeback win
Travis Wittlake Jr. grapples with Penn State wrestler in Gill Coliseum on Jan. 5, 2024.
OSU wrestler Travis Wittlake Jr. seriously injured in off-mat accident
Rhoden reminisces about his first year at OSU
Rhoden reminisces about his first year at OSU
Oregon State wrestler Cleveland Belton locks up with his Sun Devil opponent Jesse Vasques. Belton fought hard but ultimately lost his match by a score of 2-5.
Beavers disappointed after close loss to ASU Sun Devils
Redshirt sophomore, Trey Munoz, prepares mentally for his match against CSU Bakersfield's Jacob Hansen at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis. Senior, Isaiah Crosby, is also seen alongside Munoz pre match.
The Beavers continue their winning streak, smashing the Roadrunners
Lindsey Behonick
Volleyball head coach expects strong season
Abbie Wright high-fives player Amanda Burns during a game.
Climbing the ranks: Abbie Wright named associate head coach
Middle blocker Aliyah McDonald (#5) and outside hitter Mychael Vernon (#6) celebrate after scoring a point in the Beavs’ game against the UCLA Bruins in Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Nov. 22, 2023.
Beavers force fifth set, yet lose close one to UCLA
Amanda Burns, an opposite hitter for Oregon State University volleyball, spiking the ball on November 3, 2023 at Gill Coliseum.
Oregon State volleyball falls to the fierce challenge brought by Colorado
Aliyah McDonald (#5) and Megan Sheridan (#21) block an attack on Oct. 22, 2023 from the California Bears in Gill Coliseum.
Beavers’ hard-fought battle ends in defeat
Oregon State sophomore libero Keira Herron begins her serve routine in front of the Oregon State bench during the match against No. 3 Stanford in Gill Coliseum on Oct. 20, 2023. Herron and the Beavers fell to the No. 3 Cardinal in straight sets dropping to 7-12 overall and 2-7 in the PAC-12.
Stanford snaps Beavers’ win streak with home loss
Illustrated by Cat Smith
A letter from the football beat writer: death of tradition
OSU Volleyball junior outside hitter Haylie Bennett (#4), senior middle blocker Serena Bruin (#24) and junior libero Grace Massey (#7) celebrate a point awarded by the referee. 
Luther: For successful season, volleyball must maintain consistency
Rathbone: Oregon State men’s basketball is no longer winning ugly, they’re just playing ugly
Rathbone: Special teams aren’t being special
OSU v UW #6
Rathbone: It won’t be long before Gary Andersen is smiling more often
Slaughter: Fan experience robbed
OSU Men’s Rugby Club creates bonds beyond the field
OSU Men’s Rugby Club creates bonds beyond the field
Third-year Kinesiology major Zane Youngren (left) and fourth-year Mechanical Engineering major Kevin Sabbe (right) joke after a play during pickup at Dixon Recreation Center on August 8 2023. Both Sabbe and Youngren are members of Oregon State’s club volleyball team and speak highly of their experiences playing club sports.
Former athletes continue athletic careers through club sports
Sophomore outside hitter Cade Nakao gets ready to pass his teammate’s serve during a scrimmage drill on Jan. 24 inside of Langton Hall. The Men's Volleyball team hopes to take a step in the right direction towards inclusivity of a national sport.
Men’s Volleyball: Can you dig it?
Naomi Asbock and Marena Clark-Lazaire go head to head during a practice short track derby at club practice on Nov. 14. Asbock joined the new PAC class to learn how to skate.
Concussions & Community: Rolling through life
OSU Rugby looks for wins and more bodies
The Geezer goalies hold the championship flag after winning the tournament in Corvallis in February. Contributed by IM Sports.
IM goalball league sees low attendance with high reviews
An illustration showing the various sports
Summer intramural sports offer a variety of activities for students
IM Sports
New payment, registration plans help organize intramural sports
General Sports Graphic
Wheelchair basketball is the wheel deal
SAE’L Team 6 attempts to score. The ending score was 50-40 after 11 straight points for SAE’L Team 6, putting them in the lead.
Intramurals holds basketball finals
Teams attempt to sink other boats in the pool. Team Presentation Support ended with a victory.
Water Battleship makes a splash
Defensive line coach Ilaisa Tuiaki is interviewed by the media after Fall Camp at Oregon State University’s Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon, August 8.
Beaver Fall Camp updates: Tuiaki talks technique
Illustration by H Beck
Should history, philosophy and religion classes require more?
Luka Vincic celebrates a first down in a game against the UW Huskies on Nov 18, 2023 over a graphic depicting the 2024 football season and column predictions.
The Superstitious Statistician: Season prediction
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A hand holds a phone pulling up the Daily Barometer Instagram page
Editorial: Changes coming to reader engagement online
Barometer staff together holding up their Back to School print edition.
The Barometer needs unfiltered information to report the truth
Albany resident, John Kolck proudly displays a sign that reads “Freedom, Democracy and Peace in Ukraine. Stand with the World Against Tyranny.” at a protest on Sunday, March 5. Kolck mentioned that while he is in Corvallis, Ore. protesting, his daughter is abroad in Berlin helping Ukrainian refugees.
During war with Russia, the Barometer stands with Ukrainians
Oregonians everywhere are waiting to see what the summer time looks like for Covid-19 prevention. Recent updates to the plans for battling the Covid-19 pandemic are on the horizon.
Letter From the Editor: How to safely transition into a ‘new normal’ this summer
The Daily Barometer Editor-in-Chief Jaycee Kalama stands in front of the Memorial Union.
Letter from the Editor: We cannot celebrate 125 years of The Baro without addressing its oppressive past
The Daily Barometer Editor-in-Chief Jaycee Kalama stands in front of the Memorial Union.
Letter from the Editor: Why The Baro is printing monthly, new things to come
This illustration shows two individuals who are wearing their masks in addition to social-distancing outside.
Editorial: Do your part to protect our communities
Defensive line coach Ilaisa Tuiaki is interviewed by the media after Fall Camp at Oregon State University’s Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon, August 8.
Beaver Fall Camp updates: Tuiaki talks technique
Illustration by H Beck
Should history, philosophy and religion classes require more?
Luka Vincic celebrates a first down in a game against the UW Huskies on Nov 18, 2023 over a graphic depicting the 2024 football season and column predictions.
The Superstitious Statistician: Season prediction
A couple townhouses are seen at the 7th Street Station Complex on June 22, 2024.
Marinated Thoughts: Housing crisis in Corvallis
Teresa Ashford sits at Interzone Coffee on July 28th. Ashford has been dubbed Oregon State University’s “Sexpert”, she works to make content educating students on various topics.
Sexpert Says: Pride month calls for community resources, to ‘not be silent’
Reality of regalia at OSU: Unsustainable, unsatisfying, unbelievable
Reality of regalia at OSU: Unsustainable, unsatisfying, unbelievable
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: Students United for Palestinian Rights issue demands for OSU to divest from Israel
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: OSU administration shares statement for cancellation of FlatTail Festival
Letter from the Editor: Read-aloud narrations of stories start with this issue
Letter from the Editor: Read-aloud narrations of stories start with this issue
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: OSU should explore sustainable food packaging
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: How OSU students can mitigate climate change
Letter from the editor: The Barometer’s new look
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Ham Creek: Gym
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A snow man seen outside a house on SW Kings Street enjoying the Corvallis snow.