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In this photo provided by Community Outreach Inc., a medical worker is seen filling out documents.
Local volunteer organization offers free medical care
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Emergency response training to take place in Reser Stadium
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Nearly 75 monkeypox cases in Oregon; how to stay informed, get tested
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OSU declares in-state tuition for students enrolled in tribal nations
Actors began dress rehearsals for Bard in the Quad in front of the Memorial Union at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Ore on July 31, 2022. Bard in the Quad began in 2006 and its mission is to present innovative, quality outdoor Shakespeare productions to the OSU campus.
Oregon State University presents “Twelfth Night” for 17th annual Bard in the Quad
In this photo provided by Community Outreach Inc., a medical worker is seen filling out documents.
Local volunteer organization offers free medical care
A rider buckled in at the Benton County Fair and Rodeo in Corvallis, Ore. on August 4, 2022. The rodeo consisted of events such as steer wrestling, tie-down roping, breakaway roping, barrel racing, pole bending, team roping, and much more.
Gallery: Benton County Fair and Rodeo
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Nearly 75 monkeypox cases in Oregon; how to stay informed, get tested
Corvallis Planning Commission Senior Planner Rian Amiton examining and discussing possi- ble zoning for downtown at Corvallis City Hall on July 25.
New zoning structure downtown aims to help commercial development
United States political parties, depicted with a donkey and elephant for the Democratic and Republican parties respectively, fight over the nation. “The larger polarization of politics is being reflected in the court right now,” said Oregon State University Associate Professor of Political Science Sarah Henderson.
Misa: Two sides in America, and neither is winning
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Harlan:The slow demise of the PAC-12 Conference
OSU Beaver Football players scrimmage during a spring game on April 16. The Beavers gained 25 new recruits and transfers this year, and hope this will bolster their ranks for the upcoming season.
Upward momentum: incoming Beavers bolster football ranks
Oregon State University Junior Dexter Akanno (center) playing offense during Beaver men’s basketball summer training, preparing for the upcoming season.
‘New and Fresh’: OSU Men’s Basketball team made up of transfers and recruits
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Hjerpe drafted, first of many Beavers heading to the MLB this year
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PAC-12 enters media rights negotiations after UCLA and USC departures
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Hjerpe drafted, first of many Beavers heading to the MLB this year
The Corvallis Knights annual fireworks show at Goss Stadium on July 3, 2022.
Corvallis Knights v. Port Angeles
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Corvallis Knights drop series to the Bells
Matthew Ager celebrates a successful inning after recording a strikeout with his catcher, Tyler Quinn against the Walla Walla Sweets at Goss Stadium in Corvallis. The Sweets won the game, 2-1.
Corvallis Knights rebound and triumph over Walla Walla Sweets
Justin Boyd slides into third with a triple in the final game of the Corvallis Super Regional at Goss Stadium on June 13, 2022.
Beaver Baseball season ends just short of College World Series
OSU Beaver Football players scrimmage during a spring game on April 16. The Beavers gained 25 new recruits and transfers this year, and hope this will bolster their ranks for the upcoming season.
Upward momentum: incoming Beavers bolster football ranks
Redshirt-sophomore quarterback Chance Nolan looking for an open reciever down the field. Nolan finished the game going 7-15 for 48 yards and 1 interception.
Harlan: Let Chance cook
OSU Inked: Revisiting the series with a focus on Oregon State Football players
Oregon State tight end Teagen Quitoriano looks at the huddle against the University of Oregon Ducks on Nov 27, 2021 in Eugene, Ore. Quitoriano was selected to the Houston Texans with the 170th pick in the 5th round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
Teagan Quitoriano drafted by Houston Texans in 2022 NFL Draft
Photo Gallery: OSU football spring game
Oregon State senior gymnasts Kaitlyn Yanish, Alexa McClung, and Colette Yamaoka (left to right) posing for a photo on senior night in Corvallis, OR, on February 25, 2022. The Oregon State Beavers won the meet against the Stanford Cardinal by a score of 197.225-195.05.
Gymnastics gets win over Stanford on senior night
Olympic gymnast Jade Carey scans the crowd with a smile on her face during her floor routine which would earn here a perfect 10 at the gymnastics meet against University of Washington on February 13, 2022
Carey scores a 10.000 on floor routine as Beavers get win against Huskies
Jade Carey celebrates with her team after her performance on the uneven bars, earning a perfect score for Oregon State.
Jade Carey scores a perfect 10 against ASU
Oregon State freshman all-around gymnast Jade Carey sticking her landing with her teammates watching on in the Beaver tri-meet against the UCLA Bruins and the University of California, Davis Aggies in Corvallis, Ore. on Jan 23, 2022. Carey would set a program record of 39.8 points, and the Beavers would score an overall team score of 197.00 to win the tri-meet against the Bruins (196.300) and the Aggies (194.700)
Beaver gymnastics wins tri-meet against Bruins and Aggies, moves to 4-0
Photo Gallery from this weekend in Corvallis
Oregon State University Junior Dexter Akanno (center) playing offense during Beaver men’s basketball summer training, preparing for the upcoming season.
‘New and Fresh’: OSU Men’s Basketball team made up of transfers and recruits
The Oregon State Mens basketball team is seen locking arms during the national anthem against the University of Oregon on Jan 10 inside of Gill Coliseum. The Beavers finished the season 3-28 after making it to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament in the previous year.
A lost basketball season
A photo gallery from the Oregon State vs Oregon mens basketball game on Jan. 10, 2022 in Corvallis, Ore. In the 358th meeting between the two teams, the Ducks defeated the Beavers by a narrow score of 78-76.
Beavers fall to Ducks in first round of PAC-12 tournament
Freshman forward Glenn Taylor Jr. fights his way through the UCLA defense in route to his 10 point performance in 34 minutes. The Beavers lost to UCLA by a score of 94-55.
Beavers collapse in second half, lose big to UCLA
Oregon State senior forward Maurice Calloo takes charge against the defense to get a basket against some tough defense during the mens basketball game versus Colorado in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 15, 2021. The Beavers would lose the game by a score of 64-90, and would lose their twentieth game of the season.
Men’s basketball loses to Colorado, extends losing streak to 10
The Oregon State Men’s Soccer team huddling together before they faced off against the Clemson Tigers in Corvallis, Ore. on Dec. 4, 2021.
PAC-12 Champions: Reflecting on a season full of firsts for men’s soccer
Oregon State junior midfielder Sofiane Djeffal (10) and redshirt-senior midfielder Tyrone Mondi fighting for the ball at Paul Lorenz Field in Corvallis on Dec. 4. The Beavers would fall to the Clemson Tigers by a score of 4-3 in a penalty shootout, eliminating the Beavers from the NCAA tournament.
Oregon State Men’s Soccer falls to Clemson Tigers, eliminated from NCAA tournament
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No. 1 seed Beavers take down No. 16 Wildcats to stay alive in the Men’s Soccer NCAA Tournament
Oregon State sophomore midfielder Mouhameth Thiam driving the ball up the pitch at Paul Lorenz Field on Nov. 21. Thiam finished the game with 1 goal for the Beavers, helping them with against the St. Johns University Red Storm by a score of 2-0.
No. 1 ranked Beavers defeat St. John’s in second round of men’s soccer NCAA tournament
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No.3 Beavers get win over PAC-12 rival, Stanford Cardinal in men’s soccer matchup
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Beavers beat Stanford in super regional, advance to college world series
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Beavers take game one of super regional against Stanford
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Beavers Shock 11th Ranked Tennessee, Advance to Super Regionals
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Beavers Beat Tennessee, Set up Winner Take-All Game
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Beavers Beat Buckeyes Again, Advance to Regional Final
A photo gallery from this weekend in Oregon State sports. The Oregon State womens basketball team fought hard, but lost to the University of Arizona Wildcats by a score of 53-55 on Jan. 13, 2022 in Corvallis, Ore.
Women’s basketball falls to UCLA in WNIT quarterfinals, concludes season
Oregon State freshman guard AJ Marotte getting past a Long Beach State defender inside Gill Coliseum on March 17, 2022. Marotte finished the game with 2 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist, and the Beavers defeated the Beach by a score of 70-59.
Oregon State advance further in the WNIT, winning against the Pilots
Oregon State freshman guard AJ Marotte getting past a Long Beach State defender inside Gill Coliseum on March 17, 2022. Marotte finished the game with 2 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist, and the Beavers defeated the Beach by a score of 70-59.
Beavers defeat Long Beach State, move onto second round of WNIT
A photo gallery from this weekend in Oregon State sports. The Oregon State womens basketball team got the upset victory over the University of Colorado, Boulder Buffaloes, and won by a score of 69-66 OT on Jan. 17, 2022 in Corvallis, Ore.
Women’s basketball loses to Stanford in second round of PAC-12 tournament
Oregon State guard Talia von Oelhoffen attempts to score a pull up jumpshot against the defender. Talia ended the game with a total of 13 points.
Oregon State Women’s Basketball defeats ASU 59-54, advances to the second round of the Pac-12 Tournament
An illustration of someone playing soccer. The Oregon State women’s soccer team opened up their spring schedule against the University of Portland in Portland, Ore. on April 2.
OSU women’s soccer looks toward spring schedule
Oregon State junior midfielder Skylar Herrera is working to keep the ball in play in order to score against the University of Oregon Ducks on Nov. 5 at Paul Lorenz Field. The Oregon State Beavers would tie with the Ducks 2-2.
Oregon State Women’s Soccer concludes regular season with draw against rivals
The Oregon State womens soccer team taking on the UCLA Bruins at Paul Lorenz Field on Oct. 15. The Beavers would lose the game by a score of 4-1.
Women’s soccer battles hard but falls short to Bruins
Junior midfielder Sofiane Djeffal, (left), and junior defender Gael Gibert signal to nearby teammates after they scored the final point that put them in the lead against UCLA at Thursday nights game.
OSU Men’s and Women’s Soccer team earned ranked wins
The Oregon State womens soccer team celebrates a goal by redshirt-senior midfielder Mylene Gorzynski (16). The goal by Gorzyski helped the Beavers keep their undefeated streak.
Women’s soccer team defeats North Dakota, stays undefeated
Both Devan Turner and Gary Traub, Oregon State Wrestlers, pose outside of Gill Coliseum on Feb 22. Both athletes have their own graphic t-shirt designs in which they sell online.
Athletes explore their options with NIL
Oregon State redshirt-senior 133-pound wrestler Devan Turner posing with family, friends, and teammates on his senior night in Gill Coliseum on Feb 4, 2022. Turner won his last match inside Gill by a score of 9-3, and the Beavers defeated the Cal Poly mustangs by a score of 21-10.
Parents proud of their sons as Wrestling defeats Cal Poly 21-10
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Oregon State redshirt-junior 157-pound wrestler Hunter Willits elevating his opponents leg to get the takedown against the University of Little Rock, Arkansas Trojans in Gill Coliseum on Jan. 14, 2022. Willits would win his match by a score of 7-2, and the Beavers would win the meet by a score of 34-0.
Beaver Wrestling gets first conference victory of the season
Oregon State redshirt-senior 133 lb. wrestler Devan Turner locking in the collar tie with an opponent from Campbell University in Gill Coliseum on Nov. 6th. Already with two PAC-12 championships under his belt, Turner looks to win his third PAC-12 title and become an All-American at the NCCA Wrestling Championships this season.
Oregon State Wrestler Devan Turner looks to win third PAC-12 wrestling championship
The OSU volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point in the game versus the Washington State Cougars on Oct. 15. The Beavers would go on to lose the game, 0-3.
Volleyball drops competitive match to Washington State
The OSU womens volleyball team celebrating after scoring a point against the No. 17 Stanford Cardinals on October 8. The Beavers would fall to the Cardinals, losing 3-0.
Volleyball falls to No. 17 Stanford at first home game with fans since 2019
In this file photo from 2019, OSU Volleyball junior libero Grace Massey leads the teams celebration. Massey finished with 27 digs in the Beavers win on Feb. 11, a season high for the senior.
Oregon State Volleyball snaps losing streak, looks to build momentum
OSU Volleyball senior outside hitter Maddie Goings sets the ball. 
Why We Play: Maddie Goings (Oregon State Volleyball)
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Former Oregon State volleyball players accuse coach of running an abusive program
OSU Volleyball junior outside hitter Haylie Bennett (#4), senior middle blocker Serena Bruin (#24) and junior libero Grace Massey (#7) celebrate a point awarded by the referee. 
Luther: For successful season, volleyball must maintain consistency
Rathbone: Oregon State men’s basketball is no longer winning ugly, they’re just playing ugly
Rathbone: Special teams aren’t being special
OSU v UW #6
Rathbone: It won’t be long before Gary Andersen is smiling more often
Slaughter: Fan experience robbed
OSU Rugby looks for wins and more bodies
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New payment, registration plans help organize intramural sports
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Wheelchair basketball is the wheel deal
SAE’L Team 6 attempts to score. The ending score was 50-40 after 11 straight points for SAE’L Team 6, putting them in the lead.
Intramurals holds basketball finals
Teams attempt to sink other boats in the pool. Team Presentation Support ended with a victory.
Water Battleship makes a splash
Goalball is played with three players on the pitch at one time, with the players attempting to throw the ball into the opponents net. Goalball has been  a Paralympic sport since the 1976  Summer Games in Toronto.
Intramurals features Goalball tournament
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Harlan:The slow demise of the PAC-12 Conference
United States political parties, depicted with a donkey and elephant for the Democratic and Republican parties respectively, fight over the nation. “The larger polarization of politics is being reflected in the court right now,” said Oregon State University Associate Professor of Political Science Sarah Henderson.
Misa: Two sides in America, and neither is winning
Cats Chronicles: Not Enough Fans
Cat’s Chronicles: Not Enough Fans
Cats Chronicles: Summer Blues
Cat’s Chronicles: Summer Blues
Frog World: Car Jump
Frog World: Car Jump
Albany resident, John Kolck proudly displays a sign that reads “Freedom, Democracy and Peace in Ukraine. Stand with the World Against Tyranny.” at a protest on Sunday, March 5. Kolck mentioned that while he is in Corvallis, Ore. protesting, his daughter is abroad in Berlin helping Ukrainian refugees.
During war with Russia, the Barometer stands with Ukrainians
Oregonians everywhere are waiting to see what the summer time looks like for Covid-19 prevention. Recent updates to the plans for battling the Covid-19 pandemic are on the horizon.
Letter From the Editor: How to safely transition into a ‘new normal’ this summer
The Daily Barometer Editor-in-Chief Jaycee Kalama stands in front of the Memorial Union.
Letter from the Editor: We cannot celebrate 125 years of The Baro without addressing its oppressive past
The Daily Barometer Editor-in-Chief Jaycee Kalama stands in front of the Memorial Union.
Letter from the Editor: Why The Baro is printing monthly, new things to come
This illustration shows two individuals who are wearing their masks in addition to social-distancing outside.
Editorial: Do your part to protect our communities
United States political parties, depicted with a donkey and elephant for the Democratic and Republican parties respectively, fight over the nation. “The larger polarization of politics is being reflected in the court right now,” said Oregon State University Associate Professor of Political Science Sarah Henderson.
Misa: Two sides in America, and neither is winning
A family enjoys their local Fourth of July parade floats with barbeque and sunshine. Fourth of July is one of two freedom celebrations in Corvallis and across the U.S.
Finkle: More than one Independence Day: looking into Corvallis’ freedom celebrations
Paige Orals on May 24, a second year student at Oregon State University works in Dixon Recreation Center. She is one of many employees who will get a boost to a 15$ wage this July.
Social Addendum: I’m getting a raise and you deserve one too
Student outside of the OSU Global Opportunities office on May 17, holding her passport. The OSU global opportunities office regulates OSU international programs.
F*ck it, real talk: Why it’s hard to study abroad, but important to try
Starship robots pass by the outside of the Memorial Union on May 16. The Starship robots will rise up in 2065 according to the local representative, but only after they conquer the train that comes through campus.
F*ck it, real talk: Starship robots have gotten faster and more aggressive, taking OSU community by storm
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Letter To The Editor: Does CPD care?
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Letter to the Editor: ECAC is aware of concerns raised regarding investigation
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Letter to the Editor: We want a board that represents our strong desire for racial and gender justice
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Letter to the Editor: We demand their resignation, a transparent external review of the presidential search process
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Letter to the Editor: The Board of Trustees must dismiss President Alexander
Cats Chronicles: Not Enough Fans
Cat’s Chronicles: Not Enough Fans
Cats Chronicles: Summer Blues
Cat’s Chronicles: Summer Blues
Frog World: Car Jump
Frog World: Car Jump
Cats Chronicles: The Great Move Out
Cat’s Chronicles: The Great Move Out
Lost in a Warehouse: Window Cleaners in Danger
Lost in a Warehouse: Window Cleaners in Danger
Correction: OSU students report issues with accessibility on campus
Correction: COP26 restates efforts to limit global warming; Corvallis, OSU aim to reduce carbon footprint
Correction: CSD parents respond to discussion of potential vaccine mandate
Correction: Nick Hurley prepares to take over as Corvallis Police Chief
Correction: ASOSU insert in Feb. 17 issue

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Students at the Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory during a graduate student recruitment program on March 4. The indoor basin was designed to understand and study tsunami inundation, tsunami-structure impact harbor resonance, and 3D wave propagation.

$25 million awarded for testing wave energy technology at OSU’s PacWave South facility

March 30, 2022

Eight stakeholder groups involved with Oregon State University’s PacWave South facility were awarded a combined $25 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to fund projects focused on wave energy...

Pictured is the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory that is located on the Southwest side of the Oregon State University campus. The OVDL specializes in identifying animal-borne diseases and surveys wildlife and domestic livestock for diseases that could be potentially harmful to humans.

OSU Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory provides tool to prepare for disease outbreaks

March 7, 2022

Oregon State University’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is a testing facility that provides diagnostic services to identify animal-borne diseases, including viruses such as the one responsible for...

Oregon State University students Makena Apau, left, and Ethan Thompson are wearing masks as they walk out of the Learning Innovation Center on the Corvallis, Ore. campus on Jan. 31. COVID-19 cases are still high due to the omicron variant and many students at OSU have tested positive for COVID-19 since the beginning of the winter term.

COVID-19 cases on rise at OSU, up 8% from beginning of January

February 7, 2022

About 11% of COVID-19 tests administered at Oregon State University came back positive between Jan. 24 to 30, climbing from a positive testing rate of 3% from Dec. 27 to Jan. 2. This reflects a trend...

Oregon State University first-year students Citlally Martin (left) and Love Fraijo-Meschelle display their bandages from receiving their COVID-19 booster shot. Omicron hospitalizations are expected to peak in Oregon this week while case counts remain high, and local health experts are continuing to advise vaccination.

Oregon approaches omicron hospitalization peak, local health experts advise vaccination

February 1, 2022

As COVID-19 cases surge throughout Oregon, Corvallis residents are lining up to get booster shots, and local health officials continue to encourage vaccination as the omicron peak continues. Oregon...

This image shows an artistic rendition of Oregon State University’s Regional Class Research Vessel “Taani,” which will improve data and science literacy through the use of reall-time data transfer and communication. Taani is expected to aunch in March 2022.

Regional Class Research Vessel introduces new tool for increasing data science literacy

January 3, 2022

Oregon State University leads a project focused on enhancing cutting-edge oceanic research and marine and data science education through the design and construction of three new ocean-going research ships. The...

Oregon State University Professor Maret Traber, in her office in the Linus Pauling Science Center on the Corvallis, Ore. campus, is excited about her recent Discovery Award for her research in bioavailable vitamin E on Nov. 18, 2021. Traber’s research has made massive strides in nutritional awareness for prenatal development involving vitamin E deficiencies.

OSU professor receives prestigious award for research on role of vitamin E in human body

January 3, 2022

Dr. Marie Traber, professor at the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University, is the recipient of an award given to scientists who have made significant contributions to health-related research. The...

This illustration depicts Dr. Bot preparing their surgical table with a sleeping patient. In the future, by cleaning and disinfecting areas, robots could reduce the risk of exposure to disease for healthcare workers.

Semi-autonomous robots could help medical workers during disease outbreaks

December 12, 2021

Dr. Bill Smart, Oregon State University professor of mechanical engineering and robotics, and his team are researching how semi-autonomous robots could be used in medicine to protect frontline workers...

The Oregon State University Energy Center, pictured on Nov. 23. The Energy Center has been an important part of reducing the university’s carbon footprint by providing efficient heating and electricity for campus.

COP26 restates efforts to limit global warming; Corvallis, OSU aim to reduce carbon footprint

November 29, 2021

Correction: This story originally incorrectly stated the Corvallis Home Energy Score Program received $58,000 from the Corvallis Climate Action Advisory Board. The correct information is the Corvallis...

Illustration showing a fire encased in a wine glass; clouds of smoke can be seen in the background. Researchers at the Oregon Wine Research Institute are currently testing how wildfire smoke can affect the taste of wine.

Vineyards work with OSU researchers to disentangle impacts of wildfire smoke

Extension of OSU, Oregon Wine Research Institute, receives $7.65 million to uncover effects of smoke on wine
November 29, 2021

As wildfires rampaged through Oregon in 2020, the air quality index soared into hazardous territory and smoke flooded the Oregon Coast and Willamette Valley where numerous vineyards reside.  According...

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