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Photo illustration depicts a passport being handed over by someone wearing an Oregon State University hoodie on May 29. Currently the program “Get a DAM Passport!” is open to 50 first-year and transfer students in the College of Agriculture or the College or Forestry.

OSU pilot program provides opportunities for Beavers beyond the dam

Nino Paoli, News Reporter
June 6, 2023

First-year and transfer students in the College of Forestry and College of Agriculture Sciences, you can Get a Dam Passport! – for free, in fact.  That is, if the FAFSA you filled out determines...

Graphic created featuring  some of the processes of what Oregon State University Printing and Mailing does to prepare for commencement. Individuals photographed from left to right: Jennifer Hunt (she/her), Joey McIntosh (he/him), Jake Schmid, and Jeff Todd (he/him).

What goes on behind the scenes of the commencement ceremony?

Skand S., News Contributor
June 6, 2023

It is that time of the year when excitement is in the air with soon-to-be graduates who will don their gowns and caps and enter a new chapter in their lives.  With everyone cheering for the graduates’...

(Left) Kaily Trinidad (she/her), a biohealth sciences major at Oregon State, shows an photo of her and her mom on May 12 next to the MU Quad.  Kaily said, “In high school, I kind of chased that feeling of wanting to be off the Little Rock… And I didn’t realize how much I was gonna miss it”. 
Jeanell Brandonill (she/her), a public health major at Oregon State, poses with a photo of her family on May 12 next to the MU quad. Jeanell said, “Coming to OSU, and living on your own, it’s a whole different type of independence.”

First-generation students talk college culture shocks and overcoming homesickness

Nino Paoli, News Reporter
June 6, 2023

While all incoming students may struggle to adjust to college life, many first-generation students have no idea what to expect. First-generation 2023 graduates Kaily Trinidad and Jeanell Bandonill both...

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Reser Stadium at OSU on May 23. With the recent construction there has been concerns as to whether or not this will impose on graduation, however, the construction is not expected to cause any significant changes.

Reser Stadium construction will not be impacting graduation ceremonies

Gabriel Braukman, News Contributor
June 6, 2023

While the Reser Stadium construction at Oregon State University won’t be complete until after commencement, this year’s graduates should expect no impact. The commencement ceremony for this year’s...

Mahi Pandey, Career Assistant at the Career Development Center, works at the front desk at the Kerr Administration Building on May 19. Kerr Administration is located on the south east side of campus at 500 SW Jefferson Way and is where students can find the Career Development Center.

Strategies to get last-minute internships

Vincent Ho, News Contributor
June 6, 2023

For Beavers who haven’t found an internship yet, here are some of the strategies to employ to find career opportunities over the summer. Jen Rouse, director of marketing & communication at the...

What you need to know about gender affirming care: The what, the where and the ways it affects the OSU community

What you need to know about gender affirming care: The what, the where and the ways it affects the OSU community

Riley LeCocq, News Reporter
June 6, 2023

From routine physicals, to sexual health care and beginning transition or continuing transition, access to gender affirming care aims to make healthcare  inclusive for all at Oregon State University while...

Commencement keynote speaker Dr. Charity Dean.

Dr. Charity Dean recollects on OSU career ahead of 2023 commencement

Nino Paoli, News Reporter
June 6, 2023

Whether it be containing a potential tuberculosis outbreak or monitoring early concerns of an international pandemic, leaping into action is something Dr. Charity Dean, the 2023 commencement keynote speaker,...

A collection of radishes and cucumbers at the Corvallis farmers market on May 20 in downtown Corvallis. The business centers are intended to help small and mid-sized producers succeed in local and regional markets, according to Lauren Gwin.

Oregon State University to Co-lead New USDA Regional Food Business Center

Lucinda Boyle, News Contributor
June 5, 2023

The United States Department of Agriculture has selected Oregon State University and Colorado State University to co-lead the new Northwest and Rocky Mountain USDA Regional Food Business Center starting...

The New Health center located on southwest side of campus photographed on May 23.

A one-stop shop for healthcare: Student Health and Samaritan collaborate in new on-campus Health Center, Pharmacy

Sukhjot Sal, News Reporter
June 5, 2023

Fir wood. Floor-to-ceiling windows. Twelve exam rooms. Open seven days a week. In addition to these features, the new Health Center on Oregon State University’s campus boasts an abundance of natural...

2023 ASOSU Inauguration

Nino Paoli , News Reporter
June 2, 2023

The 2023 Associated Students of Oregon State University Inauguration occurred in the Student Experience Center Plaza on June 1. Carissa O’Donnell, the incoming ASOSU president, and Dakota Canzano,...

Jan Michael Looking Wolf (he/him), instutor of the Native American Flute class leads flute circle during the second song at the Student Excperience Center on May 31. Looking Wolf is a tribe elder and is the great grandson of the chief that signed the treaty for this land.

MUS 108 hosts annual flute circle

Sydni Zidarevich, Justice, Equity and Diversity Beat Reporter
June 2, 2023

Crossing the Memorial Union quad on May 31 you may have heard flutes playing together in harmony. Students, faculty, friends and family gathered to celebrate Oregon State’s 19th annual flute circle. The...

OSU’s 154th Commencement: Celebrating with colleges and cultural centers

OSU’s 154th Commencement: Celebrating with colleges and cultural centers

Sydni Zidarevich, Justice, Equity and Diversity Beat Reporter
May 31, 2023

As the end of the academic school year approaches, Oregon State University is preparing for their 154th commencement ceremony.    The university’s all college graduation ceremony will be...

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