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Chloe Kehn

2020 Senior Spotlight: Chloe Kehn

Orange Media Network
June 12, 2020

Orange Media Network's annual Senior Spotlight features students who were nominated by mentors, teachers, peers and friends as people who have demonstrated leadership, grit, and perseverance during their...

Aggie Hite

2020 Senior Spotlight: Aggie Hite

Orange Media Network
June 12, 2020

Orange Media Network's annual Senior Spotlight features students who were nominated by mentors, teachers, peers and friends as people who have demonstrated leadership, grit, and perseverance during their...

Tamara Lash

2020 Senior Spotlight: Tamara Lash

Orange Media Network
June 12, 2020

Orange Media Network's annual Senior Spotlight features students who were nominated by mentors, teachers, peers and friends as people who have demonstrated leadership, grit, and perseverance during their...

Christopher Hoskins

2020 Senior Spotlight: Christopher Hoskins

Orange Media Network
June 12, 2020

Orange Media Network's annual Senior Spotlight features students who were nominated by mentors, teachers, peers and friends as people who have demonstrated leadership, grit, and perseverance during their...

Qay-liwh Ammon

2020 Senior Spotlight: Qay-liwh Ammon

Orange Media Network
June 12, 2020

Orange Media Network's annual Senior Spotlight features students who were nominated by mentors, teachers, peers and friends as people who have demonstrated leadership, grit, and perseverance during their...

Griselda Genaro

2020 Senior Spotlight: Griselda Genaro

Orange Media Network
June 12, 2020

Orange Media Network's annual Senior Spotlight features students who were nominated by mentors, teachers, peers and friends as people who have demonstrated leadership, grit, and perseverance during their...

Alex Luther

Senior Spotlight 2020: Alex Luther

Orange Media Network
June 12, 2020

Orange Media Network's annual Senior Spotlight features students who were nominated by mentors, teachers, peers and friends as people who have demonstrated leadership, grit, and perseverance during their...

Olivia Harband

2020 Senior Spotlight: Olivia Harband

Orange Media Network
June 12, 2020

Orange Media Network's annual Senior Spotlight features students who were nominated by mentors, teachers, peers and friends as people who have demonstrated leadership, grit, and perseverance during their...

Of the 903 students who completed the Food Assistance application in Fall 2017, nearly all of them met the USDA’s definition of being food insecure in the past year. 82% reported having very low food security. 10% reported having low food security. 8% reported being food secure. Information gathered as part of the OSU Fall 2017 FoodAssistance Application managed by the Human Services Resource Center. 

[Photo] Mealbux provides low-income students with food assistance

Angel Xuan Le, Practicum Contributor
November 6, 2017

Of the 903 students who completed the Food Assistance application in Fall 2017, nearly all of them met the USDA’s definition of being food insecure in the past year. 82% reported having very low food...

(Left) Head softball coach Laura Berg cheers from the dugout during the April 15th game against UCLA. Berg had success in her own playing career, winning the 1998 NCAA Championship title for Fresno State. Along with collegiate success, Berg owns three Olympic gold medals (1996, 2000, 2004) and one silver (2008).

From cop to Corvallis

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
May 22, 2017

From the Los Angeles Police Department to the dugout in Corvallis, head softball Coach Laura Berg has had a career of impact. Prior to her return to the game, she spent a year with the LAPD from 2010-11....

Beavers softball team walking.

Beavers Head to Waco Regional

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
May 18, 2017

Softball travels to Texas in pursuit of the postseason victories.The Oregon State softball team will head to the postseason for the second season in a row and compete in the Waco Regional. Coming off of...

Beavers lose on senior day, but still clinch series over Utah

Beavers lose on senior day, but still clinch series over Utah

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
May 7, 2017

The Oregon State softball team clinched the series win over 10th ranked Utah this weekend. Despite dropping their home finale 6-0, the Beavers secured the series victory with wins on Friday and Saturday...

Beaver Softball Falls in Civil War

Beaver Softball Falls in Civil War

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
April 30, 2017

The Oregon State University softball team came out flat to end the Civil War Series.The Beavers dropped Sunday’s game against the Ducks 8-0 in just five innings in Eugene. Senior pitcher Taylor Cotton...

Softball Notebook: Civil War, Breaking the Streak and Alysha Everett

Softball Notebook: Civil War, Breaking the Streak and Alysha Everett

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
April 27, 2017

Beavers seek their first win against the Ducks in five years. This weekend, the Oregon State softball team will make the trek down I-5 in pursuit of their first win against the Oregon Ducks since March...

Beavers fall into cruise control against Stanford

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
April 23, 2017

The Oregon State softball team fell in extra innings to the Stanford Cardinal 8-6 in the final game of the weekend series.The Beavers (24-19, 6-9 Pac-12) led the game 5-0 after two innings, but a six-run...

Softball player Shelby Weeks hits the ball. Weeks wears a wristband to honor her father, who lost his battle with cancer.

Shelby Weeks ‘Plays For A Reason’

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
April 20, 2017

Every time Oregon State outfielder Shelby Weeks steps onto the field, she Plays For a Reason.Shelby wears a blue wristband that says “Mike Weeks II-V-XIV, Play For A Reason” on her left wrist. The...

Breanna Brown Transferring to Georgia Tech

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
April 19, 2017

Former Oregon State women’s basketball standout Breanna Brown has completed her time in a Beavers uniform and will transfer to Georgia Tech to complete her eligibility.Brown came to Oregon State University...

Beavers Make History Against The Bruins

Beavers Make History Against The Bruins

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
April 17, 2017

The Oregon State softball team cemented themselves in the record books with a historic weekend against the Bruins.For the first time in program history the team stole the series from the UCLA Bruins (29-12,...

Notebook: Softball players have superstitions and pre-game rituals

Notebook: Softball players have superstitions and pre-game rituals

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
April 13, 2017

Redshirt senior infielder Natalie Hampton wears the number 15. She chose this number because of Tim Tebow, who plays Minor League Baseball and wears the same number.“He’s my favorite athlete,” Hampton...

Beavers look for leaders in second half of the season

Beavers look for leaders in second half of the season

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
April 6, 2017

Softball team heads to Washington for series with Huskies.The Oregon State Beavers softball team returns to Pac-12 play this weekend and hopes to find their spark for the rest of the season.With just 20...

Wiese and Rueck

End of an era

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
March 25, 2017

Oregon State falls to Florida State in the Sweet 16, Wiese and seniors close book on storybook careersThrough tears and with a hand on each other’s shoulders, Sydney Wiese and Gabby Hanson ended their...

Senior say good bye to Gill

Sweet 16 Bound: Seniors say goodbye to Gill after historic four-year run

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
March 20, 2017

The Beavers take down Creighton to advance in the NCAA tournamentThe Beavers danced their way out of Gill Coliseum Sunday night and straight into the Sweet 16.With a 64-52 victory over Creighton in the...

Beavers Escape Long Beach State

Beavers Escape Long Beach State

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
March 17, 2017

Women's basketball avoids being first team to lose to a 15-seed in NCAA TournamentThe Beavers saw their season flash before their eyes Friday afternoon.With 21.4 seconds left in their season, Long Beach...

Kendal Manuel

OSU men’s basketball player arrested on Assault 4 charges

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
March 10, 2017

Kendall Manuel arrested Thursday afternoonBeavers redshirt freshman guard Kendal Manuel was arrested Thursday afternoon in Corvallis.Manuel was brought into the Benton County Sheriff's Office and booked...

Special Olympics will be partnering with Oregon State

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
March 10, 2017

This summer, the Special Olympics Summer Games will be hosting 2,000 athletes, 600 coaches and 1,300 volunteers over the course of two days. Oregon State will be hosting the athletes this summer as a way...

Linda O'Hara traveled to Seattle to cheer on her beloved Beavers

Linda O’Hara knows OSU has the will to win

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
March 5, 2017

One of OSU's biggest fans weighs in on the state of the women's basketball programLinda O’Hara made the trek up to Seattle to see her beloved No. 1 seeded Beavers play in the Pac-12 Tournament. O’Hara...

nfl combine

Three former Beaver football players invited to NFL Combine

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
February 23, 2017

The NFL Combine will be displaying the talents of three former Beavers in 2017. On Feb. 28, Victor Bolden, Jr., Treston Decoud and Sean Harlow will all take the next step in their football careers.The...

OSU Head Football Coach Gary Andersen enters Reser stadium on Nov. 26. This is Andersen's second year at OSU and he just won his first Civil War game defeating in state rival Oregon 34 to 24.

Coach Andersen : Building the next generation of men for Oregon State football

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contibutor
February 16, 2017

Legacy, the Civil War, and spring footballAfter nearly thirty years in coaching, Beavers head coach Gary Andersen sits before a new season with one goal in mind : his players.  From Sugar Bowl victories,...

OSU Xmas

Beavers give back to community

Amy Schwartz, Multimedia Contributor
December 1, 2016

A group of Oregon State football players broke away from dead week Wednesday night to go shopping for families in need. The football team adopted two families this holiday season and together as a team...

Family Family Weekend

[Photo] What happens to Corvallis during Fall Family Weekend?

Rosie Morehead, Multimedia Contributor
November 20, 2016

Family Family Weekend

The 15th annual Civil War blood drive is being hosted in the Memorial Union, and will be open for students from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Thursday, Nov. 17. 

[Photo] OSU hosting Civil War blood drive throughout week

Valerie Maule Multimedia Contributor
November 15, 2016

The 15th annual Civil War blood drive is being hosted in the Memorial Union, and will be open for students from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Thursday, Nov. 17. 

OSU's "Be Bright, Be Seen" campaign works to inform students about bicycle safety on campus. 

[Photo] “Be Bright, Be Seen” campaign aims to increase bike safety on campus

Ellie Magnuson Multimedia Contributor
November 10, 2016

OSU's "Be Bright, Be Seen" campaign works to inform students about bicycle safety on campus. 

A peace rally took place outside the Memorial Union last night. Over 400 students attended, carrying signs and candles. 

[Photo] Over 400 students attended peace rally on OSU campus

Valerie Maule Multimedia Contributor
November 10, 2016

A peace rally took place outside the Memorial Union last night. Over 400 students attended, carrying signs and candles. 

Located outside of Shepherd Hall, the drop box for the OSU Forensics Team food drive is in place until early December. Students can donate non-perishable foods, which will be given to the Linn-Benton Food Share. 

[Photo] OSU Forensics Team hosts food drive, proceeds to go Linn-Benton Food Share

Kalib LaChapelle Multimedia Contributor
November 10, 2016

Located outside of Shepherd Hall, the drop box for the OSU Forensics Team food drive is in place until early December. Students can donate non-perishable foods, which will be given to the Linn-Benton Food...

Hyslop Research Farm recorded 1.5 inches over the record of rain in the mid Willamette-Valley last month.

[Photo] Oregon reaches record-breaking rain throughout October

Breanna Brown Practicum Contributor
November 9, 2016

Hyslop Research Farm recorded 1.5 inches over the record of rain in the mid Willamette-Valley last month.

Election watch parties

Election watch parties

Orange Media Network
November 7, 2016

Several campus groups will be hosting election watch parties. College Democrats at OSU has partnered with the Benton County Democrats for their event at Old World Deli in downtown Corvallis, beginning...

Several campus groups will be hosting election watch parties. College Democrats at OSU has partnered with the Benton County Democrats for their event at Old World Deli in downtown Corvallis, beginning at 9 p.m. on Tuesday. 

[Photo] College Republicans and Benton County Democrats to host election night watch parties

Max Braly Multimedia Contributor
November 7, 2016

Several campus groups will be hosting election watch parties. College Democrats at OSU has partnered with the Benton County Democrats for their event at Old World Deli in downtown Corvallis, beginning...

The OSU Taiwan Student Forum will be screening the film "52 Hz, I love you" in the Learning Innovation Center on Thursday, Nov. 10. 

[Photo] OSU Taiwan Student Forum to host unreleased film screening

Valerie Maule Multimedia Contributor
November 7, 2016

The OSU Taiwan Student Forum will be screening the film "52 Hz, I love you" in the Learning Innovation Center on Thursday, Nov. 10. 

High risk drinking

[Photo] OSU addresses high risk drinking on college campuses

Madilyn Sturges Multimedia Contributor
November 6, 2016

High risk drinking

Dixon Recreation Center will be hosting a free 3v3 basketball tournament for all students to participate. 

[Photo] Dixon Recreation Center to host free 3v3 basketball tournament

Joshua Enas Multimedia Contributor
November 3, 2016

Dixon Recreation Center will be hosting a free 3v3 basketball tournament for all students to participate. 

International opinons on election

[Photo] Fostering international opinions

Valerie Maule News Contributor
November 2, 2016

International opinons on election

Along with mailboxes to mail in ballots, OSU offers two ballot drop off boxes, located in the Valley Library and the main desk of the Student Experience Center. 

[Photo] Campus resources aid students in the voting procedure

Rosie Morehead Multimedia Contributor
November 1, 2016

Along with mailboxes to mail in ballots, OSU offers two ballot drop off boxes, located in the Valley Library and the main desk of the Student Experience Center. 

A skeleton on a Memorial Union balcony, photographed on October 30, 2016. The Memorial Union will be hosting several Halloween events in upcoming days.

[Photo] Haunted MU to host Halloween-themed activities

Valerie Maule Multimedia Contributor
October 30, 2016

A skeleton on a Memorial Union balcony, photographed on October 30, 2016. The Memorial Union will be hosting several Halloween events in upcoming days.

Although not an officially recognized club, the Oregon State University Libertarians are gaining traction, each member affiliating with the basic principles of libertarianism. 

[Photo] Minimum government, maximum freedom

Nolan Bauermeister Practicum Contributor
October 24, 2016

Although not an officially recognized club, the Oregon State University Libertarians are gaining traction, each member affiliating with the basic principles of libertarianism. 

Students will gather for a day of community service around the Corvallis area on Make a Difference Day this Saturday, Oct. 22. 

[Photo] Coming together through community service

Kaylie Sundberg Practicum Contributor
October 20, 2016

Students will gather for a day of community service around the Corvallis area on Make a Difference Day this Saturday, Oct. 22. 

Over 130 volunteers gathered at Reser Stadium this morning to participate in the Great Oregon ShakeOut, which prepares campuses for earthquakes. 

[Photo] Oregon State University prepares for earthquakes and disasters

Ryley Martin Practicum Contributor
October 20, 2016

Over 130 volunteers gathered at Reser Stadium this morning to participate in the Great Oregon ShakeOut, which prepares campuses for earthquakes. 

OSU Dad's Weekend has been changed to Fall Family Weekend, welcoming all family members Nov. 18 through 20. 

[Photo] OSU Dad’s Weekend changed to Fall Family Weekend to promote inclusiveness

Madilyn Sturges Multimedia Contributor
October 19, 2016

OSU Dad's Weekend has been changed to Fall Family Weekend, welcoming all family members Nov. 18 through 20. 

Blue emergency lights quipped with buttons to alert campus police provide safety measures for students. 

[Photo] Two sexual assaults reported in past two weeks

Rosie Morehead Multimedia Contributor
October 19, 2016

Blue emergency lights quipped with buttons to alert campus police provide safety measures for students. 

Through tabling in the quad and giving class visits, the ASOSU prompted Vote or Vote campaign encourages students to register to vote. 

[Photo] Vote or Vote campaign encourages students to register

Ginny Katz Multimedia Reporter
October 12, 2016

Through tabling in the quad and giving class visits, the ASOSU prompted Vote or Vote campaign encourages students to register to vote. 

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