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Letter from the Editor: Amidst election results, The Baro hears you
Letter from the Editor: Amidst election results, The Baro hears you
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Elections and Emotions event set for Wednesday
Students sit in the Memorial Union Horizon Room at the Election Night Coverage event on Nov. 5, 2024.
MU election night: New voters and observers share feelings
Electrical engineering student Gabe Ryley (left) and psychology student Jonah Davison view incoming 2024 election results on their devices at the Memorial Union Election Night Coverage event on Nov. 5.
MU Election Night: Voters reflect on past elections
Electrical engineering student Gabe Ryley (left) and psychology student Jonah Davison view incoming 2024 election results on their devices at the Memorial Union Election Night Coverage event on Nov. 5.
Elections updates: Results roll in for state, country
General Opinion Graphic
Oregon leans blue, but how blue is it really?
On Dec. 14, Shanon Anderson was officially announced as the new Chief of Police and AVP for public safety at OSU. Shanon Anderson previously worked for the Seattle Police department starting in 1992, and worked as a lieutenant beginning in 2016.
Police chief remains on leave, no new updates
Dylan Perfect, a former ASOSU vice president helps lead the student gathering outside the Student Experience Center at Oregon State University on Dec 4th. The gathered students urged ASOSU President Audrey Schlotter to pass the bill “Working Group on Social Responsibility in Allocations” which directly addressed the Israel-Palestine conflict and revealed how much funding had gone to Israel.
Creation of Senate committee brings contention, controversy
ASOSU election season kicks off
ASOSU election season kicks off
OSU to hold Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations
OSU to hold Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations
Revamped lip sync battles becomes new addition to drag bingo
Revamped lip sync battles becomes new addition to drag bingo
Letter from the Editor: New year brings more news
Rick Guenther, the head of the Corvallis Aquatics Team, stands at the Timberhill Athletic Club pool. The teams usual pool is closed until further notice due to corrosion.
Corvallis Aquatic Team faces impacts of Osborn Aquatics Closure
Heart of the Valley Women’s March to take place in Corvallis
Heart of the Valley Women’s March to take place in Corvallis
Heartland Humane Shelter to host dog speed dating
Heartland Humane Shelter to host dog speed dating
An assortment of fruits and veggies for sale at the Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. The market is a place for local vendors to sell their hand-grown and cultivate produce.
Supporting local this Winter: Corvallis’ Indoor Winter Market back for the season
OSU LGBTQ+ community responds to the election
OSU LGBTQ+ community responds to the election
A group of Organic Grower’s Club members work at the student farm for the Sunday Skool event in Corvallis, Oregon on March 10, 2024. (Taylor Cockrell)
Navigating deregulation
Redshirt Sophomore Murphy Menke attempts to slam his Wyoming opponent in Gill Coliseum on Jan 19, 2025
Beavers fall at home to Wyoming
Forward Kelsey Rees (53) reaches for the basket past San Francisco Don’s defense in Gill Coliseum on Jan. 9, 2025.
Beavers fail series sweep against Pilots
No. 14 Oregon State Gymnastics floor Spartans in the Coliseum
No. 14 Oregon State Gymnastics floor Spartans in the Coliseum
Oregon State’s Demarco Minor (0) shoots as the Beavers take on the Gonzaga Bulldogs in a college basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis.
Beavs beat Bulldogs in preview of Pac-12 to come
Benny Beaver prepares to greet the players before they take the field against Washington State at Reser Stadium on Nov 23.
Next stop, Corvallis: New talent to make mark in fall
Beavers men’s soccer head coach departs Corvallis
Beavers men’s soccer head coach departs Corvallis
Graphic made by Jack Schuler
Pandemonium in the Pac: A 2024 Recap
Contributed by Oregon State Athletics
New Goss Stadium hitting facility opens ahead of 2025 season
Jacob Krieg (22) fist bumps with his teammate after running through home base at Goss Stadium, Coleman Field in Corvallis Oregon on April 5.
Beavers beat LBCC Roadrunners in exhibition shutout
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
Benny Beaver prepares to greet the players before they take the field against Washington State at Reser Stadium on Nov 23.
Next stop, Corvallis: New talent to make mark in fall
Graphic made by Jack Schuler
Pandemonium in the Pac: A 2024 Recap
Oregon State University Cheer Team member cheers before kickoff against San Jose State University at Reser Stadium in Corvallis on Nov 9, 2024
Heart of Beaver Nation lies with cheer and dance squad
Beavers fans chant “O,S,U” at the Oregon State University versus San Jose State University football game at Reser Stadium on Nov 9, 2024.
A top transfer becomes a Beaver
The Beaver students storm the field after a win in dramatic fashion over the Washington State Cougars at Reser Stadium on Nov 23.
Beaver football transfer portal tracker
Benny the Beaver performs with the OSU Cheer Team before kickoff against San Jose State University at Reser Stadium in Corvallis on Nov 9, 2024.
Oregon State football signing day; New talent joins the Beavers
No. 14 Oregon State Gymnastics floor Spartans in the Coliseum
No. 14 Oregon State Gymnastics floor Spartans in the Coliseum
No. 9 Oregon State Beavers dominate No. 22 BYU at first home meet
No. 9 Oregon State Beavers dominate No. 22 BYU at first home meet
Contributed by Oregon State Athletics.
From setbacks to comebacks
Graphic made by Jack Schuler
Pandemonium in the Pac: A 2024 Recap
Jennifer McMillan competes on beam at the Oregon State University v. Brown gymnastics meet at Gill Coliseum on January 21st, 2024. She scored 9.700.
OSU gymnast speaks on gymnastics and opportunity
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
Oregon State’s Demarco Minor (0) shoots as the Beavers take on the Gonzaga Bulldogs in a college basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis.
Beavs beat Bulldogs in preview of Pac-12 to come
Oregon State’s Liutauras Lelevicius (37) shoots as the Beavers take on University of Oregon Ducks in a college basketball game on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis.
Roaring into the New Year: Beavers victorious over Toreros
Forward Michael Rataj (12) jumps to shoot a basket at the home game against the Idaho Vandals Dec. 7.
Beavers trail behind LMU Lions
Guard Damarco Minor (0) dribbles down the court to make the next shot at the home game in Gill Coliseum Dec. 7.
Oregon State overtakes the Idaho Vandals
Parsa Fallah bodies his defender as he pushes towards the basket against the UC Davis Aggies in Gill Coliseum on Nov 30 2024.
Beavers bounce back, improving to 5-2
Oregon State’s Michael Rataj (12) shoots as the Beavers take on University of Oregon Ducks in a college basketball game on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis.
Beavers defeated in night of rivalry and records
Beavers men’s soccer head coach departs Corvallis
Beavers men’s soccer head coach departs Corvallis
Defender Enzo Newman fields a pass in the second half against Gardner-Webb at Paul Lorenz Field on Nov 21. Newman’s aggressive play was key to the Beavers’ attack in the second half, but was not enough to overcome the Bulldogs’ defense.
Beavers reunited in MLS SuperDraft
Forward Ellis Spikner grimaces after a missed goal attempt in the second half against Gardner-Webb at Paul Lorenz Field on Nov 21. The Beavers came close many times throughout the match, but were never able to find the back of the net
No repeat playoff run for the Beavers
On Nov 3, 2024 the OSU men's Soccer team gets ready for a game against San Francisco at Paul Lorenzo Field
Beavers host crucial playoff clash
OSU Men’s soccer player, Ellis Spikner, has his eyes on the ball in a game against UC Irvine on August 22.
Corvallis seeks European stars at Paul Lorenz Field
Defender Nicklas Lund (#23) is about to pass the ball in a home game against San Francisco on Nov 3, 2024 at Paul Lorenz Field
Senior night success for the Beavers
The Beavers rev their engines for the 2024-2025 softball season
The Beavers rev their engines for the 2024-2025 softball season
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
Forward Kelsey Rees (53) reaches for the basket past San Francisco Don’s defense in Gill Coliseum on Jan. 9, 2025.
Beavers fail series sweep against Pilots
Graphic made by Jack Schuler
Pandemonium in the Pac: A 2024 Recap
Kelsey Rees (53) pushes past Grambling State’s defense at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Dec 3, 2024.
Back-to-back overtime wins for the Beavers
Kelsey Rees (53) scans the court to pass the ball at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Dec 3, 2024
The Beavers wrap the Tigers for the holidays
Home court advantage shows as Beavers win Gill opener
Home court advantage shows as Beavers win Gill opener
Joth Ricci, CEO of The System, poses for a photo in Gill Auditorium in Corvallis on Oct 28, 2024.
The man behind a $3 million gift: Former Dutch Bros Coffee CEO, Beaver alum donates to OSU basketball
OSU Womens Soccer team celebrates the victory with a group hug on Paul Lorenz Field Nov 2 2024.
Oregon State women’s soccer promotes interim head coach
Celebration rumbles from the Paul Lorenz Field after a victory for the OSU Womens Soccer team Nov. 2 2024.
Beavers’ seniors star in upset win
Forward Carly Carraher (#15) defends against Pepperdine midfielder Caroline Coleman (#12) in Oregon State's game against Pepperdine on Oct 26 at Paul Lorenz Field.
Beavers and Waves battle to 1-1 draw
LMU Lions lock out the Beavers
LMU Lions lock out the Beavers
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
Redshirt Sophomore Murphy Menke attempts to slam his Wyoming opponent in Gill Coliseum on Jan 19, 2025
Beavers fall at home to Wyoming
Nash Singleton throws his opponent to the ground during the Pac-12 Wrestling Championship at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Sunday.
Beavers get wrangled by Oklahoma State
Trey Munoz stares down his opponent in the match to determine First Place for his weight class during the Pac-12 Wrestling Championship at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Sunday.
Iowa holds the Beavers under to start the 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
Beavers Volleyball ends season on tough California road trip
Beavers Volleyball ends season on tough California road trip
Beavers upset the Cougars: A week of home wins
Beavers upset the Cougars: A week of home wins
Outsider hitter, Alexix Rodriguez (#23) and opposite, Annika Hester (#4) celebrate after a score for the beavers in a game against San Diego on Nov 16, 2024 in Gill Coliseum
Beavers volleyball sweep Portland Pilots
Beavers fall 3-1 on senior night
Beavers fall 3-1 on senior night
Amanda Burns and Zaria Thornton celebrate a point against Saint Marys in Gill Coliseum in Corvallis OR on Oct 24 2024.
Beavers outlast Gaels in a tight four-set match
Beavers defeat Dons in five-set thriller
Beavers defeat Dons in five-set thriller
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
January Twisted Sudoku
January Twisted Sudoku
January Intimidating Square
January Intimidating Square
The Coalition of Graduate Employees commenced a strike on Nov. 12 after negotiations with the university did not meet their expectations.
Reading Between the Vines: CGE strike spurs change
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: OSU needs to address systemic problems
November Interpreter
November Interpreter
November Chess Puzzle
November Chess Puzzle
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
The Coalition of Graduate Employees commenced a strike on Nov. 12 after negotiations with the university did not meet their expectations.
Reading Between the Vines: CGE strike spurs change
The Oregon State Spirit Squad fires up the crowd in the homestretch of the game. Oct 19, 2024
The Superstitious Statistician: Quantifying Beavers football’s home field advantage
On Oct 3, thrifted and vintage shows are seen above a rack at TSA Vintage located in Downtown Corvallis.
O Brave New World: Corvallis thrift stores work to remain affordable
A photo illustration of a stack of academic resources in Corvallis on Aug 8. Students can consult the Academic Success Center and other university resources offered both on-campus and online for needs related to studying, time management, tutoring, and career path.
Marinated Thoughts: What to do when considering changing majors
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.
The Superstitious Statistician: Beaver Fall Camp updates
Illustration by H Beck
O Brave New World: Should history, philosophy and religion classes require more?
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
Ice Cream Adventure
Ice Cream Adventure
Summer is Around the Corner
Summer is Around the Corner
Weather
Weather
Mossy Wet Rock Episode 17
Mossy Wet Rock Episode 17
Frog World: The Beetle
Frog World: The Beetle
Ham Creek: Gym
Ham Creek: Gym
January Twisted Sudoku
January Twisted Sudoku
January Intimidating Square
January Intimidating Square
November Interpreter
November Interpreter
November Chess Puzzle
November Chess Puzzle
October Puzzle
October Puzzle
September Sudoku (Hard)
September Sudoku (Hard)
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