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The Daily Barometer

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People gather in front of the Benton County Courthouse to protest President Trump and special government employee Elon Musk on Presidents Day. An estimated number of over 250 community members participated.

Trump administration order targets international students

Hailey Silver, Reporter
March 4, 2025

As the Trump Administration continues with an eventful first few months in office, an executive order aimed towards international students who’ve participated in campus protests threatens academic opportunity. This...

People walk outside the front of Waldo Hall at Oregon State University on May 5th.

Trump’s executive orders spark concern for OSU’s Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Hailey Silver, Reporter
March 2, 2025

Executive orders came from the Trump Administration cracking down on studies “promoting gender ideology” and “promoting diversity” — directly threatening the foundation of Oregon State University’s...

Amelia Luna, a Corvallis resident (on the left), and Tristan White, a Dallas, OR resident, admire a piece of artwork showcased in the Corvallis Arts Center, depicted through the reflection of the art piece titled "Whale Spirit Medicine" by Leslie Gibbons, on Febrary 20, 2025.

Corvallis Arts Walk: A community celebration of local creativity

Hailey Silver, Reporter
February 28, 2025

The Corvallis Arts Walk is a longstanding community tradition that Paige Shumway of Pegasus Frame Studio & Gallery would passionately describe as “community gold.”  With its inception on paper...

Emma Mateo, Makenna Jones and Clara Barnes  in Austin Hall on the Oregon State University Corvallis, Ore. campus. Austin Hall houses the College of Business and includes various study spots for students. Students are on the search for more 24/7 study spots on campus.

Facing campus curfew: OSU students search for extended study access

Hailey Silver, Reporter
February 3, 2025

With an uproar of college students all over the country reportedly juggling work with their full-time studies, the Oregon State University campus faces an issue with limited resources for fitting high-demand...

The lobby area on the first floor of the Student Health Services building on Jan. 20. SHS partnered with Samaritan Health last year.

Modern care meets old challenges: SHS continues with Samaritan Health

Hailey Silver, Reporter
February 3, 2025

“Modernized exam rooms, enhanced technology for patient care and improved waiting areas.”  Kelly Hower, the executive director of Oregon State University’s Student Health Services looks at the...

A sign for the career resource center from the college of business. It helps people who might be asking "what am I going to do after college."

Thinking beyond the diploma: Campus resources for near-graduates

Hailey Silver, Reporter
January 28, 2025

As winter term kicks into high-gear, the cold air acts as a reminder for many graduating seniors of the time left before departing the Oregon State University campus. Fortunately, this year's class...

An assortment of fruits and veggies for sale at the Corvallis Indoor Winter Market. The market is a place for local vendors to sell their hand-grown and cultivate produce.

Supporting local this Winter: Corvallis’ Indoor Winter Market back for the season

Hailey Silver, Reporter
January 9, 2025

The much-anticipated Indoor Winter Market is making its seasonal return, bringing community warmth to the chilly weather. Set to open Saturday, Jan. 11 at the Benton County Fairgrounds, the market will...

A group of Organic Grower’s Club members work at the student farm for the Sunday Skool event in Corvallis, Oregon on March 10, 2024. (Taylor Cockrell)

Navigating deregulation

Corvallis community anticipates Trump administration’s environmental agenda
Hailey Silver, Reporter
January 6, 2025

The upcoming Trump administration has promised the rollback of environmental protections that are relevant on both global and community levels.  These nationwide changes are likely to affect sustainability...

Corvallis City Manager Mark Shepard, stands outside of his office at the city hall in downtown Corvallis Nov. 1, 2024.

‘An honor’: Corvallis City Manager chosen to serve on League of Oregon Cities Board

Mark Shepard brings 29 years of community experience to the state board
Hailey Silver, Reporter
November 12, 2024

As the heat of election season ramps up, one thing often set aside is the importance of local politics and the changes to the community climate.  Current Corvallis City Manager Mark Shepard said Corvallis'...

Elle Stephenson, Angel Black, Eva Israelsen and Aspen McCallum smile and pose on the marble steps of Oregon State University's Memorial Union in Corvallis, Oregon, Oct. 24, 2024.

OSU studio arts students put community at heart of artistry

Hailey Silver, Reporter
November 12, 2024

Elle Stephenson, a fourth-year student completing their Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at Oregon State University, is making waves not just for their artistic talents, but also in their dedication to community...

OSU honors community veterans preceding Monday holiday

OSU honors community veterans preceding Monday holiday

Hailey Silver, Reporter
November 6, 2024

As OSU takes time to honor the nearly 5% of its student population that has served—and is still serving—in the military this upcoming Veterans Day, there are a multitude of events and ceremonies to...

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