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Fox Perez

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter

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Third-year political science major, minoring in applied journalism

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ASOSU elections kick off, four tickets seek executive roles

ASOSU elections kick off, four tickets seek executive roles

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
February 18, 2025

After another round of student fee recommendations, the Associated Students of Oregon State University elections kicked off Monday, offering students the opportunity to vote for their next student government...

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Student fee deliberations end: Memorial Union and Performing Arts receive wage increases

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
February 17, 2025

Final votes were made passing all incidental student fee allocation bills through the Oregon State University student senate, following mediation last week between senate representatives and student leadership. The...

Student senate approves fee allocations, sends ASOSU budget to mediation

Student senate approves fee allocations, sends ASOSU budget to mediation

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
February 5, 2025

The student senate approved several key incidental fee allocation bills while sending the Associated Students of Oregon State University budget back to mediation following a failed vote on Tuesday, Feb....

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Student senate calls for changes in wake of JC closed meetings, policy concerns

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
February 4, 2025

Over the course of fall term and winter break, Oregon State University’s student government was under fire for the Judicial Council’s holding of closed meetings.  The Associated Students of Oregon...

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Student senate to vote on incidental fee allocations

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
February 4, 2025

The Associated Students of Oregon State University Senate is set to convene on Tuesday, Feb. 4, for a session seeking to hear and vote on all fee bills which were previously sent to mediation last week. The...

Senate student fee deliberations continue in senate

Senate student fee deliberations continue in senate

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
January 22, 2025

Editor’s note: Orange Media Network, with which The Daily Barometer is affiliated, is involved in the student fees deliberations process. This article has been updated from its original version to...

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

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
January 17, 2025

The Associated Students of Oregon State University Judicial Council voted to injunct the bill that would focus on divestment and social responsibility for where student fee money is allocated. “Working...

ASOSU election season kicks off

ASOSU election season kicks off

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
January 13, 2025

With the Associated Students of Oregon State University elections underway, the stage is set for students to shape the future of campus politics and governance. The 2025 elections will determine the...

Beavers huddle together to celebrate the victory at 78-62 against the Idaho Vandals in Corvallis Dec. 7.

Change in the office, change in the game

How Trump’s reelection could reshape future of college sports
Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
January 6, 2025

President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the Oval Office could have far-reaching implications for college athletics, from issues of gender equality to athlete compensation and even the role of politics...

Kits to campus, where convenience meets care: ASOSU works to introduce at-home sexual health tests

Kits to campus, where convenience meets care: ASOSU works to introduce at-home sexual health tests

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
December 3, 2024

Oregon State University students might have access to a new and discreet way to take charge in their sexual health beginning winter term. In an effort to expand access to healthcare and reduce stigma,...

The Valley Library is set to extend hours during finals week of fall term.

Valley Library extends hours for finals in final hour

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
November 27, 2024

As the pressure of finals week mounts, the Valley Library becomes more than a study space — it transforms into a lifeline for students. In a pilot test, part of Valley Library at Oregon State University...

Senate passes fiscal reforms under new bill

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
November 19, 2024

The Senate Budget Committee will now be required to review budget templates before fee deliberations. The Associated Students of Oregon State University Senate passed Senate Bill 84.14, “Updated Fiscal...

The ASOSU Senate is sworn in at the ASOSU Inauguration at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon, May 31.

ASOSU Senate declares solidarity with striking graduate students

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
November 13, 2024

The Associated Students of Oregon State University Senate announced their solidarity with the university’s striking graduate students on Tuesday. This endorsement arrives in the midst of growing tensions...

ASOSU Vice President Zach Kowash speaks at the State of the Students Address in the Memorial Union on Nov. 5, 2024.

From creek to Greek: Kowash serves as ASOSU vice president

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
November 12, 2024

It’s morning in Corvallis and as the sun rises over Oregon State University, more students will go to classes than ever before in the university’s history. It is in between this hustle and bustle,...

ASOSU Vice President Zach Kowash speaks at the State of the Students Address in the Memorial Union on Nov. 5, 2024.

ASOSU heeds hope, harmony, handshakes at the half

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
November 5, 2024

At their annual State of the Students Address, Associated Students of Oregon State University President Audrey Schlotter announced that during week 10 of this year’s fall term, the Valley Library Java...

ASOSU to address initiatives in annual State of the Students Address

ASOSU to address initiatives in annual State of the Students Address

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
November 4, 2024

The Associated Students of Oregon State University will deliver its annual State of the Students Address on Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m., the event will be held in the Memorial Union Main Lounge and it is one which...

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

Fox Perez, Sports Writer
October 26, 2024

In an exhibition game on Friday, Oct. 25, the Oregon State Beavers took on the Linn-Benton Community College Roadrunners in a preseason exhibition game at Goss Stadium at Coleman Field.  They delivered...

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OSA dissolves after 50 years of service in wake of tragedy

Fox Perez, ASOSU Beat Reporter
October 22, 2024

The Oregon Student Association was rumored to be dissolving during an Associated Students of Oregon State University Senate meeting on Oct. 8. The next day, it was announced publicly and made official. “The...

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Seasoned Beavers offer tips

OSU community advice for incoming students
Fox Perez, Reporter
September 23, 2024

Editor's Note: This story has been updated to include the correct photographs. Just like the orange leaves that rush from the trees, there comes a new wave of incoming students to the...

Skyler Thomas (17) celebrates with the famous turnover chainsaw after making an incredible interception on August 31st, the Beavers took on the Idaho State Bengals at Reser Stadium, the beavers fought hard, taking the first season win (38-15)

The Pac-12 strikes back: New media rights set for upcoming season

Fox Perez, News Contributor
September 23, 2024

In the wake of the collapse and rebuilding of the Pac-12 over the course of this past year, media coverage rights have changed for Beaver football. This fall, fans and viewers of Beaver football will...

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Sharks in Corvallis: Big Fish Fest makes a splash at OSU

Fox Perez, Reporter
August 16, 2024

For all of the shark fans in Corvallis, Big Fish Fest is an event dedicated to our apex predators. Hosted by PRAx and the Big Fish Lab, the event will take place on Aug. 23 from 5-8 p.m. at the Patricia...

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AI experts speak on impact of carbon emissions

Fox Perez, News Contributor
August 13, 2024

When Oregon State University students use artificial intelligence for their research papers, they may not realize the environmental impact of their very paper. Wenqian Dong and Stephen Ramsey, assistant...

Coco Ma and Robin Kerr smile in front of the Playdemonium exhibition sign in the Corvallis Arts Center in Corvallis, Oregon, July 12.

‘Playdemonium’ multicultural artists open gallery at local arts center

Fox Perez, Reporter
August 5, 2024

Robin Kerr, a New Zealand-born artist and Coco Ma, a Chinese-born artist have come together in a collaborative exhibition titled “Playdemonium” at The Corvallis Arts Center. The exhibition opened...

The sun shines upon Trysting Tree Golf Club in Corvallis, OR, on July 7, 2024.

Special Olympics Oregon returns after seven year hiatus

Fox Perez, Reporter
July 9, 2024

2017 was the last time Special Olympics Oregon held the Summer State Games and they need help. The Games will be taking place on the Oregon State University campus and surrounding venues in Corvallis,...

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Todd Anderson runs event on how to grow small fruit

Fox Perez, News Contributor
June 24, 2024

This Wednesday, Oregon State University’s Benton County Extension Office will host an event which aims to teach locals how to produce small fruits for their farm market. This in-person classroom based...

Chunhuei Chi poses for a portrait in front of rhododendron bushes on the Oregon State University campus in Corvallis, Oregon on May 7, 2024.

OSU Professor Serves on State Universal Health Care Board

Fox Perez, News Contributor
May 31, 2024

The state of Oregon could receive a universal health care plan by 2026. Under Oregon Senate Bill 1089, the state of Oregon has recognized that the responsibility of providing healthcare to the citizens...

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Game of Beliefs: Unraveling superstitions in sports

Fox Perez, Sports Contributor
December 4, 2023

From wearing lucky socks to following pre-game rituals, superstitions have woven themselves into the fabric of sporting culture, often playing a pivotal role in the mindset of athletes. Superstitions...

Sophomore forward Tyler Bilodeau goes in for the dunk contributing to his 11 points in the game.

Oregon State Beavers wipe Linfield Wildcats by 36-points in their season home opener

Fox Perez, Sports Contributor
November 6, 2023

The Oregon State University Men’s Basketball team showed strong defense and coordination when facing off against the Linfield University team Monday night in Gill Coliseum. Despite the deficit, Linfield...

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