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The statue of Dick Fosbury, who died on Sunday, located outside of Dixon Recreation Center, pictured on March 14. Fosbury, an OSU alum, won a gold medal at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City with his revolutionary high jump technique dubbed the “Fosbury Flop.”

OSU track & field icon Dick Fosbury, who forever changed the high jump, dies at 76

Ryan Harlan and Wes Flow , Sports Writer and News Reporter
March 16, 2023

Richard “Dick” Fosbury, the Oregon State University alum whose high-flying, hard-flopping high jump heroics won him an Olympic gold medal and two NCAA titles, has passed away at 76.  In a statement...

General ASOSU Graphic

ASOSU releases 2023 senator election results, leaves last appointment up to chance

Nino Paoli, News Reporter
March 13, 2023

The Associated Students of Oregon State University 2023 senator results names eleven winners, and a rare tie. Though all election results for the 2023 ASOSU election were intended to be released on...

The ASOSU Elections committee (from left to right) Abby Miller, Ethan Hampton, Sydney Navas and Sierra Young at work counting elections votes on March 10.

ASOSU releases 2023 election results

Nino Paoli, News Reporter
March 10, 2023

  Carissa O’Donnell and Dakota Canzano have won the president and vice president seats respectively with 54.29% of the vote in the Associated Students of Oregon State University 2023 election...

HRWGC is celebrating it’s 50th birthday

HRWGC is celebrating it’s 50th birthday

Sydni Zidarevich, Justice, Equity and Diversity Beat Reporter
March 8, 2023

I scream, you scream, we all scream for Women’s Herstory Month! The Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center is celebrating their 50th birthday, inviting everyone to join the festivities with cake,...

A timeline of recent earthquakes and magnitudes around Turkey.

OSU’s Turkish students band together in wake of tragic earthquakes

Zeva Rosenbaum, News Contributor
March 6, 2023

Members of Oregon State University’s Turkish Culture Association are among the tens of millions of people impacted by the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria on Feb. 6 and Feb. 20, and Feb. 27. Mustafa...

Sustainability Conference ignites conversations about environmentalism in Northwest universities

Sustainability Conference ignites conversations about environmentalism in Northwest universities

Haley Stark, News Reporter
March 6, 2023

Bringing awareness to environmental efforts across Pacific Northwest universities, the Washington Oregon Higher Education Sustainability Conference will be hosted by the Oregon State University Sustainability...

A donation box in downtown Corvallis in August of 2022. Since Gov. Tina Kotek’s declaration of homelessness as a state of emergency this last January, multiple legislative bills have been proposed to address the issue that has been an increasing issue in Oregon.

Oregon’s attempt to tackle homelessness: State legislature introduces several housing bills, one endorsed by Benton County

Skand S. , News Contributor
March 6, 2023

With Gov. Tina Kotek having declared homelessness as a state of emergency in several counties across Oregon, numerous housing related legislative bills have been proposed to tackle this priority.  One...

Vice President Abdullah Bedywi (left; he/him), President Fatima Rashid (she/her), Committee Chair Anisa Ali (she/her), Treasurer Denna Alnasser (she/her), Secretary Aya Ari (she/her) stand in front of the Memorial Union for a group photo on Feb. 24. The Muslim Student Association (MSA) dissolved in 2020 due to COVID-19 and has returned Fall Term 2022.

The Revival of the Muslim Student Association

Sydni Zidarevich, Justice, Equity & Diversity Beat Reporter
March 6, 2023

Like many clubs and organizations, the MSA pushed to work through the trials and tribulations that COVID-19 presented by doing periodic Zoom meetings, which consisted of five to six members, typically...

A photo illustration depicting supplies and food for an earthquake taken on Feb. 19. Preparation for an earthquake is important for limiting injuries as well as reducing the chances of hazardous situations.

‘Earthquakes can happen anytime, anywhere:’ What can OSU do to prepare?

Wes Flow, News Reporter
March 6, 2023

While an earthquake would shake up life on campus and in Corvallis, OSU experts said the risks posed to both people and structures can be mitigated with effective preparations. The Danger According...

Program Coordinator Clack Chesshir (they/he) sits and does work at their desk at Oregon State University, Feb 13. The Beavs Volunteer team at Community Engagement & Leadership work to deliver an engaging experience that will build community leadership skills.

Volunteer opportunities abound for OSU students looking to get involved in the community

Wes Flow , News Reporter
March 6, 2023

Whether volunteering is a new year’s resolution you haven’t gotten around to yet, or you’re just looking to get outside this spring, several Corvallis organizations are currently looking for volunteers. Corvallis...

Spanish Interpreters are needed in Corvallis and this is how YOU can help

Spanish Interpreters are needed in Corvallis and this is how YOU can help

Vincent Ho, News Contributor
March 6, 2023

There is a need for Spanish speaking volunteers in Corvallis. Across Corvallis, there are many places that need Spanish speakers in order to volunteer to help around the community. Some of these...

In this photo illustration, Computer Science major Harshini Reddy checks the transfer credit central portal, at Valley Library - Oregon State University on Feb.21

The Firing Lane: College survival and success: something transfer students need to know

Alexander Banks , News Contributor
March 6, 2023

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. Transfer students are realizing a significant amount of...

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