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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: Sexpert shares resources for sexual safety on and off campus

Teresa Ashford, Columnist
September 25, 2023

When I was an incoming first-year student at OSU in the mid-90s, my sweet 17-year-old self enrolled in Human Sexuality. Now, nearly 30 years later, all I can remember about the class was that the classroom...

In a photo illustration, fourth-year new media communications Major Allen Bernard checks the travel distance from Corvallis to his hometown of Lubbock, Texas on Aug. 28. Bernard, from Lubbock Texas, has learned a lot about Oregon during his studies.

The realities of going to college out-of-state

Audrey Saiz, Columnist
September 25, 2023

The student population of Oregon State University itself is over three times larger than my hometown, a tiny island in Southeast Alaska. But my main concern arriving here was not finances, storage units,...

Where Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer ends, Linus Pauling begins

Where Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer ends, Linus Pauling begins

AJ Damiana, Columnist
September 11, 2023

Editor's Note: This article contains spoilers for Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer." This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the...

Firing Lane: True democracy starts with ranked choice voting

Firing Lane: True democracy starts with ranked choice voting

Alexander Banks, News Contributor
August 7, 2023

Editor's Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. In November 2024, Oregonians will have the chance to vote...

Oregon State second baseman Travis Bazzana (#37) up to bat against West Carolina at Goss Stadium on May 19. The Beaver Baseball team finished the 2023 season with a record of 41-20 but were eliminated in the Baton Rouge Regional by LSU.

Harlan: Closing chapter on 2023 Beaver baseball season

Ryan Harlan , Sports Columnist
July 3, 2023

Editor's Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. Baseball season isn’t quite over yet in Corvallis, as the...

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The Issue at Hand: Affirmative Action should be argued on the grounds of discrimination, diversity is the outcome

Skand S., Columnist
June 9, 2023

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. Affirmative action is currently being argued in the US Supreme...

Firing Line: Can the mental health crisis be averted with therapy?

Firing Line: Can the mental health crisis be averted with therapy?

Alexander Banks, Columnist
May 2, 2023

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. High rates of mental illness raise concerns on whether treatment...

The Culture Corner: A reflection on the term AAPI and its challenges

The Culture Corner: A reflection on the term AAPI and its challenges

The continuing challenges of a term that represents too many people and underrepresents communities it sets out to highlight
Alan Nguyen , Columnist
May 2, 2023

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. In recent years, we’ve seen a growing use of the term...

A photo illustration of an Oregon State athletics backpack filled with fake cash taken on April 21 in Corvallis.

Spare Change: Mental health resources for all… well, not for you: Student fees pay for athletics designated psychologist in ‘23-’24

Nino Paoli , Columnist
May 2, 2023

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. How do you feel knowing that you’re paying for someone...

Photo illustration depicting Kylie Andrews (she/her), first year student at Oregon State University, squats to check growth of plants at Calvin Community Gardens on Feb. 25. Having a community garden is vital to being able to grow your own food.

Opinion: Calvin Community Garden and the high demand for gardening in Corvallis

Hannah Lull, Columnist
April 19, 2023

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. Gardening is becoming more popular, especially with springtime...

Photo illustration depicts Kylie Andrews (she/her) appearing frustrated while looking at her computer at the Memorial Union on March 8. There are many different types of petitions that could be submitted for late drops, withdrawals and grade changes.

The Way of Things: a guide to OSU’s petitions and forms

Zeva Rosenbaum, News Contributor
April 10, 2023

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. Illness, jobs, family and life in general can all get in...

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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