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The Clery Act requires federally-funded universities to release an annual crime report.

OSU’s crime rate compares with Oregon’s largest universities

Construction continues on Monroe Ave. as it continues to block parking in Corvallis on Jan. 21. The foot path between Sackett Hall and the Learning Innovation Center will be closed Nov. 13.

Steam pipe replacement relocates footpath

Gear from the ASOSU SafeRide office in the Student Experience Center at Oregon State University on Oct. 1. The ASOSU Senate began discussions on Wednesday to divorce sub-units like SafeRide from the student government.

ASOSU Senate proposes to split services

The "Third Party-Party" BridgeUSA event on Oct. 21 in Memorial Union room 213. Students were invited to discuss niche political views and the political
parties that have championed them.

Bridging the Gap

Research on thin ice

Research on thin ice

Photo Illustration

Beavers find home away from home

Gear from the ASOSU SafeRide office in the Student Experience Center at Oregon State University on Oct. 1. The ASOSU Senate began discussions on Wednesday to divorce sub-units like SafeRide from the student government.

ASOSU Senate proposes to split services

Cluster of different mushroom types sitting on table at mushroom-ID session. The session was run by graduate students from OSU, and many of the mushrooms were found on OSU campus.

Learning and exploring everything Fungi: Mushroom Day 2025

Attorney General Dan Rayfield to Speak At Corvallis Community Center

Attorney General Dan Rayfield to Speak At Corvallis Community Center

Nye beach in Newport, Oregon on July 19. Newport is the closest coastal city to Corvallis.

Beavers beyond the books

Traffic halts along SW 15th Street in Corvallis on Oct. 27. With winter weather underway, drivers should take caution and be prepared for unsafe
driving conditions.

Officials give safe driving advice

Khanda Coreino, owner of the recently opened Honey Cafe, pours matcha into a branded Honey
Cafe cup on October 20. The matcha shop contains a small book selection along with a jewelry
making station.

Local boutique opens matcha cafe on Monroe Avenue

Corvallis City Hall, constructed in 1924, is proposed to be demolished under the new Civic Campus
Plan. The building was originally constructed as a church, and was converted to the city hall in 1956.

Corvallis’ $200 million projects

OSU players AJ Hutcheson, Canon Reeder and Trent Caraway (left to right)
hold the NCAA Super Regionals trophy after their victory. Oregon State looks to repeat success in the 2026 Campaign, which starts Feb. 13.

Oregon State opens 2026 campaign with toughest road start in years

Defensive Back Jalil Tucker (22) shakes hands with a Sam Houston football player after the game concludes on November 9, 2025. The Beaver football team played their last home game in Reser Stadium, losing the win 17-21.

Pac-12 signs media deal with USA Network

Pac-12 signs media deal with USA Network

Isaiah Sy (13) jumps to make a pass near the basket during Oregon State’s game against North Texas in Gill Coliseum on Nov. 12. The junior forward helped the Beavers edge out a 66-64 victory thanks to a late technical foul.

Gill Coliseum goes nuclear as Beavers complete comeback

Beavers soar over Air Force for first DI win of season

Beavers soar over Air Force for first DI win of season

Josiah Lake II (2) signals to a teammate while preparing to pass during Oregon State’s game against North Dakota in Gill Coliseum on Nov.3. The Junior guard helped organize the Beavers' late-game offense in the 67-65 victory.

Lake II’s opening performances recognized by WCC

OSU players AJ Hutcheson, Canon Reeder and Trent Caraway (left to right)
hold the NCAA Super Regionals trophy after their victory. Oregon State looks to repeat success in the 2026 Campaign, which starts Feb. 13.

Oregon State opens 2026 campaign with toughest road start in years

Oregon State’s Zach Kmatz (35) unleashes a pitch as an Okotoks Dawgs batter gears up to swing during Saturday’s showdown at Goss Stadium in Corvallis, Ore., Oct. 3, 2025.

Photo Gallery: Fall ball

Dallas Baptist set to join Pac-12 baseball in 2027

Dallas Baptist set to join Pac-12 baseball in 2027

Zach Johnson (Linfield) pitching during the WCL Playoffs against the Bend Elks Saturday evening. Johnson pitched for four hitless innings in game two of the playoffs.

Knights slay Elks, advance to face Pickles in WCL South Division Championship

Brooks Avery (INF, LBCC) bunts and begins to sprint to first base during a game against the Yakima Valley Pippins on July 27. Avery was one of the Knights' offensive leaders on Wednesday.

Knights swing into victory

Corvallis Knights celebrate a 15-3 walk-off win against the Yakima Valley Pippins on
Sunday, July 27.

Knights outscore Pippins 42-3 in 3-0 sweep, aim for league title

Defensive Back Jalil Tucker (22) shakes hands with a Sam Houston football player after the game concludes on November 9, 2025. The Beaver football team played their last home game in Reser Stadium, losing the win 17-21.

Football players react to head coach’s removal

Football players react to head coach’s removal

Cornerback Exodus Ayers (23) is seen on the bench at the game against Fresno State University on Sept. 6, at Reser Stadium. Ayers was arrested on Nov. 3 and released on bail the same day.

Oregon State football player Exodus Ayers arrested, released on bail

Inside linebacker Aiden Sullivan (2) sits on the field after an unsuccessful play from OSU on Nov. 8, 2025. The Beaver Football team led the first three quarters in Reser Stadium, later falling to Sam Houston in the fourth 17-21.

‘Sick to my stomach’ – Beavers fall to winless Sam Houston on senior night

Oregon State RB Anthony Hankerson(0) with a break away run towards the endzone. The Beavers face off against Sam Houston State on Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. at Reser Stadium.

Akey, Beavers, welcome Sam Houston State to Corvallis

Kicker Caleb Ojeda(28) celebrating the Cougars' missed field goal that sealed the win for the Beavs. Joined alongside teammates Aj Winsor(38) and Jackson Robertson (40).

Photo Gallery: Game one of the “Pac-2” series

On the third rotation of the night, Jade Carey scores a 9.9 on Beam in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 9, 2024. Carey is joining the coaching staff of the OSU gymnastics team.

Carey vaults way into coaching staff

Head coach Tanya Chaplin debriefs with the OSU gymnastics team after the uneven bars routines at the triple meet against Washington and Alaska in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 10, 2025.

Carey departs, gymnastics faces new chapter

Sophomore Sophia Esposito performs her floor routine at the triple meet against Washington and Alaska in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 10, 2025. Esposito secured the highest score on floor for the Beavers this meet with a 9.950

GymBeavs headed to NCAA regional in Tuscaloosa

Senior and two-time Olympic gold medalist Jade Carey performs her balance beam routine at the triple meet against Washington and Alaska in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 10, 2025. Carey secured the highest score on beam for the Beavers this meet with a 9.900.

Celebrating OSU women’s athletes past to present

Senior Kaitlin Garcia celebrates after landing on vault, scoring a 9.900 at the triple meet against Washington and Alaska in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 10, 2025. Garcia secured the highest score on vault for the Beavers this meet

Beavers post season high in tri-meet victory over Huskies and Seawolves

Jade Carey does her final pass of her floor routine on Feb 7, 2025 in Gill Coliseum. Carey is joining the coaching staff of the OSU gymnastics team.

Beavers do flips over tri meet against Alaska and UC Davis

Isaiah Sy (13) jumps to make a pass near the basket during Oregon State’s game against North Texas in Gill Coliseum on Nov. 12. The junior forward helped the Beavers edge out a 66-64 victory thanks to a late technical foul.

Gill Coliseum goes nuclear as Beavers complete comeback

Josiah Lake II (2) signals to a teammate while preparing to pass during Oregon State’s game against North Dakota in Gill Coliseum on Nov.3. The Junior guard helped organize the Beavers' late-game offense in the 67-65 victory.

Lake II’s opening performances recognized by WCC

The Oregon State men’s basketball team huddles up in Gill Coliseum after the game ended on Oct 25. OSU won 73-44 against Western Oregon during
the first exhibition game of the season.

Revamped and Ready: Men’s Basketball Team

Beavers and Flames clash in edge‑of‑your‑seat game

Beavers and Flames clash in edge‑of‑your‑seat game

Oregon State players shake hands with North Dakota opponents after a 67-65 win in Gill Coliseum on Nov. 3. The Beavers secured the close victory following a strong defensive stand in the final seconds.

Gill coliseum shakes as Beavers claim razor-thin victory over Bison

The Oregon State men’s basketball team huddles up in Gill Coliseum after the game ended on Oct 25. OSU won 73-44 against Western Oregon during
the first exhibition game of the season.

Defense sets the tone; Beavers roll past Wolves in exhibition game

Logan Farrington (7) breaks through the defense
of Seattle U on Nov. 16, 2023, at Paul Lorenz
Field in Corvallis, Oregon. Farrington is one of
three OSU players to be in the top three of
the SuperDraft.

OSU alumni make waves at FC Dallas

Oregon State’s Men’s Soccer match on Wednesday cancelled due to potential weather

Oregon State’s Men’s Soccer match on Wednesday cancelled due to potential weather

The Oregon State men's soccer team celebrates after scoring in their game against Santa Clara University in Corvallis, Ore., Nov. 2, 2025. OSU would go on to beat Santa Clara in a
shutout with a score of 6-0.

Beavs crush Santa Clara 6 to 0

Midfielder Lucas Fernandez Kim (15) chases after the ball on the opponent’s side at Oregon State’s Paul Lorenz Field on Wednesday, Oct. 15, against Portland University. The match ended in a 1–1 tie.

Beavers tie with No. 4-ranked Portland in front of record crowd

Oregon State comes together to form a huddle midway through the second half.

Farnos leads No. 19-ranked Beavers to 3-0 win over Saint Mary’s

OSU Midfielder Arnau Farnos (10) attempts a bicycle kick for goal. Oregon State took down Cal State Fullerton 4-2 at Lorenz Field in Corvallis on Sep 4, 2025.

Photo Gallery: Beavers overcome Titans in 4-2 win

Oregon State Softball celebrating after a homerun against Clackamas Community College. Oregon State played the Cougars in a pre-season exhibition game at Kelly Field in Corvallis on Oct. 17, 2025.

Newcomers shine in fall ball game; good news for the 2026 season

Oregon State softball player Ellie Garcia pitches in a game against the University of Arizona at Kelly field on Friday. Garcia played a crucial role in the Beavers five runs on their loss to Santa Clara on May 10, 2025.

Santa Clara stuns Oregon State on Senior Day

Oregon State Softball players prepare for a hit from opposing team, Saint Mary's at their second game Saturday April 26. The Beavs lost with a final score of 4-6 making that the second loss of the day.

OSU falls to Saint Mary’s, swept by Gaels

On April 14, 2025, the team huddles in a circle in a home game against Montana at Kelly Field. The OSU Softball team brought the heat with the score ending 7-0. The Beaver softball team regroups a loss to the Ducks on April 16.

Beavers let the win fly against the Ducks

On April 14, 2025, Logan Hulon pitches in the third inning in a home game against Montana at Kelly Field. OSO had an amazing game winning 7-0 on this Monday morning.

OSU bests Grizzlies, 7-0 win

Rivalry game ends with Beaver loss at home

Beavers soar over Air Force for first DI win of season

Beavers soar over Air Force for first DI win of season

The Beavers women's basketball team huddles up after taking the win, 104-27, against Alaska-Fairbanks in Gill Coliseum on Nov. 2.

OSU recognized pre-season, looks ahead towards year

Oregon State University’s guard Tiara Bolden (0) dribbles towards the hoop in their game against Corban University on Nov. 7, 2025 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis. The Beavers would go on to win the game 86-45 in the season opener.

Beavs open season with 85-45 win over Warriors

The Beavers women's basketball team huddles up after taking the win, 104-27, against Alaska-Fairbanks in Gill Coliseum on Nov. 2.

Beavers dominate Nanooks in 100-point exhibition game

Beaver basketball headed to Paradise Jam

Beaver basketball headed to Paradise Jam

Guard AJ Marotte (#11) clutches the ball while scanning the court for an open teammate to pass to in Gill Coliseum on Feb 20, 2025. Marotte is finishing up her 4th year on the OSU women’s basketball team.

Marotte ends four-year career at Oregon State

OSU forward Nathalie Lewis (24) takes a shot on goal as SMU goalkeeper Kate Plachy prepares to defend late in the second half at Paul Lorenz Field in Corvallis, Ore., on Nov. 5, 2025. Visibility dropped sharply as heavy rain swept across the field.

When it rains, it pours: Beavers fall against Saint Mary

OSU Women’s players, Carly Carraher (15), Sawyer Service (20) and Rin Choi (33) receive an ovation in the middle of the pitch on October 25th. The OSU Women’s Soccer team gathered at midfield for a final huddle before their game against the Pacific Tigers.

Sanchez adds to OSU legacy as Beavers tie Pacific on rainy Senior Saturday

Women’s soccer spreads awareness for cancer in annual ‘Dam Cancer’ event

Women’s soccer spreads awareness for cancer in annual ‘Dam Cancer’ event

(22) Alyssa White handling the ball on the Toreros' side of the pitch. Flanked by several Torero players and teammate (15) Carly Carraher.

Beavers’ secure first conference win vs San Diego

Forward/Defender Megin Turi (28) charges down Paul Lorenz Field alongside a University of Portland player on Oct 4, 2025. OSU lost 1-0 to Portland.

Beavers leave empty handed after searching for first conference win

Rin Choi (33), Alyssa White (22), and Carly Carraher (15) cheer following Choi’s goal
against Idaho State on Thursday, Aug. 28 at Paul Lorenz Field.

Photo Gallery: OSU’s women’s soccer ties Idaho State at home

Dual of the Beavers

Dual of the Beavers

Nash Singleton throws his opponent to the ground during the Pac-12 Wrestling Championship at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Sunday.

Oregon State wrestling snags three Pac-12 titles

Senior Trey Munoz, gets into position at the afternoon wrestling match in Gill Coliseum Feb. 23. The Beavs took home the win against North Carolina with a score of 22-1

Beavers seal the trifecta over North Carolina

Redshirt Sophomore Murphy Menke attempts to slam his Wyoming opponent in Gill Coliseum on Jan 19, 2025. Murphy Menke took the win at home on Feb 2, 2025.

Beavers route the Roadrunners

Sophomore Christopher Hamblin has his hand raised after a decision victory against Wyoming in Gill Coliseum on Jan 19. Hamblin took the win again against Stanford on Jan. 31 at home.

Stanford barely escapes Beavers jaws

Redshirt Sophomore Murphy Menke attempts to slam his Wyoming opponent in Gill Coliseum on Jan 19, 2025

Beavers fall at home to Wyoming

Beavers rally past LMU 3–1 at Gill Coliseum

Beavers rally past LMU 3–1 at Gill Coliseum

Oregon State's Opposite Maeli Cormier (22), Defensive Specialist/ Liberos Yasemin Narlioglu (11), and Kamana’o
Goldstein (5) and outside Hitter Cheyenne Green (15) watch outside hitter Lauren Rumel (16) jump for the ball during the match against Washington State at Gill Coliseum on Sun, Nov. 2. OSU lost 3–1 in a close match.

Beavers fall to Cougars; end home winning streak

21. Outside hitter Lauren Rumel (16) tips the ball just over the net to score during the third set against San Francisco. Oregon State claimed a 3–0.

Beavers bounce back with win over San Francisco

Middle blocker Alana Marrs (1) soars up for the kill against Gonzaga on Oct. 9. The Beaver Women’s Volleyball team made 46 kills in their match against Gonzaga University in OSU’s Gill Coliseum.

Digs, dives and dam good volleyball

Libero Alondra Paz (2) dives to the floor to keep the play alive during the Sept. 26 match at Oregon State’s Gill Coliseum. Her effort helped OSU secure a 3-0 win.

Beavers overpower Pacific in three-set sweep

Libero Alondra Paz (2), libero Yasemin Narlioglu (11), middle blocker Nathalie Scholz (20) and setter Emma Lilo (9) watch outside hitter Lauren Rumel (16) spike the ball over the net at Oregon State's Gill Coliseum on Sept. 25 during the match against Saint Mary's. Oregon State students showed up in support for the first game of fall term and watched OSU win 3-1.

Beavers sail past Gaels 3-1 to open WCC play

The paradoxical superpositioning of the Superstitious Statistician

The paradoxical superpositioning of the Superstitious Statistician

Junior OF Canon Reeder is fired up as he rounds the bases following a grand slam in the 3rd inning against Long Beach State at Goss Stadium on May 16, 2025. Reeder’s homer helped the Beavers get off to an 8-0 lead against the Dirtbags after a scoring onslaught in the 3rd inning.

Inside scoop for regionals

OSU QB Maalik Murphy (6) throws to one of his wide recievers down field. The Beavers showed some good skills during their spring game at Reeser Stadium in Corvallis on April 19, 2025.

Orange cashes in: NIL changes game at OSU

Oregon hitter rounds the bases after a first inning home run at Goss Stadium on April 29, 2025. The Beavers were able to respond to Oregon’s scoring early, but would end up falling short to the Ducks in the later innings

There’s no place like home field

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

Electrical and Computer Engineering major Carlie Magee runs down field while playing touch rugby at Avery park on August 5 2023. Magee is a member of Oregon State’s Women’s Rugby club team, now known as Women's+ Rugby Club.

Club Sports arrive to fall term

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

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 Back Jalil Tucker (22) shakes hands with a Sam Houston football player after the game concludes on November 9, 2025. The Beaver football team played their last home game in Reser Stadium, losing the win 17-21.

General Opinion Graphic

Fading of the First Amendment: Trump’s second term and the silencing of the American press

Letter to the editor: Celebrating Jane Waite and the Social Justice Education Initiative

Letter to the editor: Celebrating Jane Waite and the Social Justice Education Initiative

Tight end Bryce Caufield (8) celebrating on the field at OSU’s Reser Stadium on Sat, Sept.27, during the game against Houston.

From one Beaver to another

Oregon State Head Coach Trent Bray on the
sideline during the first home game of the 2025
season against the California Golden Bears. As of
September 20, the Beavers are 0-4 this season.

OMN's Top 10 To-Dos at OSU

OMN’s Top 10 To-Dos at OSU

Kera Nelson and Audrey Saiz hold out previous Barometer Issues on Sept. 18.

Letters from the Editors

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

Defensive Back Jalil Tucker (22) shakes hands with a Sam Houston football player after the game concludes on November 9, 2025. The Beaver football team played their last home game in Reser Stadium, losing the win 17-21.

General Opinion Graphic

Fading of the First Amendment: Trump’s second term and the silencing of the American press

Oregon State Head Coach Trent Bray on the
sideline during the first home game of the 2025
season against the California Golden Bears. As of
September 20, the Beavers are 0-4 this season.

Junior OF Canon Reeder is fired up as he rounds the bases following a grand slam in the 3rd inning against Long Beach State at Goss Stadium on May 16, 2025. Reeder’s homer helped the Beavers get off to an 8-0 lead against the Dirtbags after a scoring onslaught in the 3rd inning.

Inside scoop for regionals

Sophomore left-handed pitcher Ethan Kleinschmit (24) winds up to pitch to Grand Canyon University’s batter in Goss Stadium on March 16, 2025. Oregon State beat Long Beach State 13-0 on May 17, 2025.

Kleinschmit strikes again, OSU wins on senior day

General Opinion Graphic

Revisiting Title IX: OSU needs fairness for accused, support for survivors

Letter to the editor: Celebrating Jane Waite and the Social Justice Education Initiative

Letter to the editor: Celebrating Jane Waite and the Social Justice Education Initiative

General Opinion Graphic

Letter to the Editor: Support international students and faculty

General Opinion Graphic

Statement regarding recent events related to ASOSU

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

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