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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...

Corvallis renaissance

Corvallis renaissance

Max Braly, News Producer
July 15, 2017

Leonardo da Vinci was both an artist and a scientist, and his spirit will be alive in Corvallis this weekend when the da Vinci Days arts and science festival kicks off at the Benton County Fairgrounds.The...

Corvallis Knights walk to victory

Corvallis Knights walk to victory

Max Braly, News Producer
July 10, 2017

The Corvallis Knights a summer collegiate wood bat baseball team took to the diamond in a nonconference bout on Thursday at Goss Stadium, defeating the Willamette Valley Brewers 7-2.Despite the five-run...

Jedi Knights

Jedi Knights

Max Braly, News Producer
July 5, 2017

The Corvallis Knights baseball team won their first game against the Perth Heat Colts of the Australian Baseball League by a score of 6-3. The Knights then played their nightcap against the Albany-based...

Getting STARTed

Getting STARTed

Max Braly, News Producer
July 3, 2017

A group of new students attending START are handed a roll of toilet paper. The only instruction from their leader is to take some—no specific amount. Some students take one square and others take a wingspan,...

Corvallis Knights players watch their team compete against the Bellingham Bells from the dugout.

Development, community, winning

Max Braly, News Producer
June 26, 2017

As a local semi-professional baseball team with a 27-year history, the Corvallis Knights have become a fan favorite in the Corvallis community. Their dominant overall record of 1,023 wins and 458 losses,...

Ettihad Cultural Festival brings culture to campus

Max Braly, News/Sports Chief
May 16, 2017

Traditional clothing, dances, food and more were on full display in the Memorial Union Quad on Sunday afternoon at the fifth annual Ettihad Cultural Festival.The Ettihad Cultural Center hosted the event,...

OSU updates Shared Governance Agreement and Student Bill of Rights

OSU updates Shared Governance Agreement and Student Bill of Rights

Max Braly, News/Sports Chief
May 9, 2017

Early Tuesday evening two Oregon State University legislative documents were signed by both OSU President Ed Ray and ASOSU President Rachel Grisham during the Spring Student Leadership Reception.The signatures...

A joint effort for good

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
April 20, 2017

Marie Jane’s Cannabis Connection donates part of April 20 sales to homeless shelter. There’s a new marijuana dispensary in Corvallis, and it’s here to do some serious business. Marie Jane’s Cannabis...

OSU Gymnastics heads to St. Louis for nationals

OSU Gymnastics heads to St. Louis for nationals

Max Braly, News/Sports Chief
April 11, 2017

The Oregon State gymnastics team is flying off to St. Louis, Missouri at 3 a.m. this Wednesday morning to compete in the NCAA Championships taking place this Friday.Junior Dani Dessaints got her first...

Higher Education: Benton County Fairgrounds hosts THC Fair

Higher Education: Benton County Fairgrounds hosts THC Fair

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
March 14, 2017

The THC Fair took place over the weekend at the Benton County Fairgrounds. At the fair, booths we set up to display various niches of the cannabis industry ranging from steel building companies to local...

Kaytianna McMillan performs her floor routine

OSU gymnastics celebrates perfect senior night

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
March 12, 2017

Beavers score fifth best team score in school historyOn Saturday, Gill Coliseum hosted its last gymnastics meet of the season as Oregon State welcomed the University of Illinois-Chicago.For the third consecutive...

Kaytianna McMillan is one of six seniors on the OSU gymnastics team.

Gymnastics seniors say goodbye to Gill

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
March 10, 2017

The regular season for Oregon State’s gymnastics team will come to an end on Saturday, March 11. In the final home meet, the No. 9 Beavers face off against the University of Illinois-Chicago.For the...

Sabrina Gill dismounts off the balance beam in Oregon State's victory over Washington

Beavers Gymnastics takes care of business at home against Washington

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
March 5, 2017

OSU overcomes rough warmups en route to new season best team scoreOregon State gymnastics welcomed No. 17 University of Washington to Gill Coliseum on Sunday afternoon for the team’s final regular season...

Assistant coach Brian Amato talks with the Oregon State gymnists

After chopping down the Cardinal, Beavers look to debark Huskies

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
March 4, 2017

Gymnasts balance school and preparing for the Pac-12 ChampionshipsThis time of year, most students are busy with final projects, midterms, and getting ready for finals.The gymnasts at Oregon State aren’t...

Aaron Crawford and band get the Western Windup attendees' toes tapping.

Aaron Crawford headlines OSUPC’s Western Windup

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
February 26, 2017

Country western dancers of all skills join at the Memorial Union Ballroom for a night of fun.The atmosphere at Friday night’s Western Windup in the MU Ballroom could easily be described in the same terms...

Senior gymnast Taylor Ricci practices on the beam

Gymnast Taylor Ricci overcomes potentially devastating growth spurt

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
February 22, 2017

The average height on the Oregon State gymnastics team is 5-foot-3-inches. Senior Taylor Ricci is two inches taller than the average. Being a 5-foot-5-inch gymnast isn’t out of the question, three other...

Nick Edwards won the men's open for Oregon State

Vert Fest rock climbing competition sets record for number of contestants

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
February 19, 2017

A record number of climbers gathered for Vert Fest on Saturday in McAlexander Fieldhouse on the Oregon State campus.The event was split into two parts, a morning qualifying round for the beginner, intermediate,...

Senior Madeline Gardiner leaps on the balance beam during the Beavers' upset of No.4 Utah.

Oregon State gymnastics defeats No. 4 Utah during annual DAM Cancer

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributors
February 12, 2017

Senior Kaytianna McMillan scores 9.925 in meet’s final routine to overtake Utah for walk-off victory.It had been four years since the Oregon State gymnastics team defeated a top-five ranked opponent....

A junior and member of the OSU Gymnastics team, Dani Dessaints, performs on the beam.

OSU Gymnastics To Host DAM Cancer Meet Against Utah

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
February 9, 2017

Oregon State University gymnastics will be competing at Gill Coliseum this Saturday against No. 4 Utah.Last week, the team battled and got a win against Arizona in Tucson, and scored over 196 for the third...

Dixon After Dark

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
February 6, 2017

Students from a variety of cultures gathered at Dixon Recreation Center on Friday to showcase the world’s diversity.Dozens of booths and stations displayed cultures from nearly every continent. The goal...

Freshman Sabrina Gill returned to the floor after missing the event last week

Gold Medalists help lift UCLA over the Beavers in gymnastics

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
January 29, 2017

Before the 2017 season the NCAA had never seen an Olympic gold medalist compete in gymnastics. On Saturday, two gold medalists competed at Gill Coliseum against the Beavers for the visiting UCLA, freshmen...

Oregon State Gymnastics thrives in first home meet

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
January 21, 2017

Oregon State gymnastics put on a show at home on Saturday in a competition against Northern Illinois and Seattle Pacific. The performance brought the team their third victory and the highest score of the...

Gymnastics ready play in front of the home crowd

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
January 19, 2017

After winning its first two meets of the season away from Corvallis, Oregon State gymnastics returns home to host Seattle Pacific and Northern Illinois at Gill Coliseum at noon on Saturday.The Beaver’s...

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. 

Pocket Points

Locking your phone during your class just became beneficial

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
November 15, 2016

The Pocket Points app gives students discounts for turning off their phonesThe use of cellphones in class can be very distracting. Getting sucked into your phone doesn’t take much effort, all it takes...

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

Beavers cruise to easy win in exhibition game against Corban

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
November 5, 2016

Seven OSU players score in double figures in team's 38-point win The Oregon State men's basketball team easily handled Corban Friday night at Gill Coliseum with a 96-58 win in an exhibition game before...

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. 

Volleyball loses is straight sets to USC

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
October 16, 2016

Oregon State volleyball was active for the second time in three days on Sunday against USC. The Beavers fell to the Women of Troy in three sets. After losing the first set 20-25, the Beavers (8-11, 1-7...

Men's Basketball

[Photo] Hoops season is just around the corner

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
October 12, 2016

Men's Basketball

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. 

OSU volleyball

Beavers fall in four sets to 8th-ranked Huskies

Max Braly, Multimedia Contributor
October 10, 2016

Oregon State volleyball hung tough with eighth-ranked Washington on Sunday afternoon, but fell in four sets to the Huskies.“This is a tough league, and you’ve got to be able to be resilient, you know....

Signing day Q&A with co-offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven

Max Braly, Sports Contributor
February 4, 2016

Oregon State concluded the 2016 recruiting class on Monday. New co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Kevin McGiven caught up with the Daily Barometer’s  Max Braly to discuss the offensive...

Men’s hoops pass the time on road trips by playing cards

Max Braly, Sports Contributor
January 28, 2016

The life of an Oregon State men’s basketball player changes a bit when it comes time to hit the road. Traveling to the different PAC-12 schools week in and week out create large stretches of down time.The...

Braly: Is winning now worth losing a lottery pick?

Max Braly, Sports Contributor
January 13, 2016

Is winning now worth losing a lottery pick?With just over three minutes left in Sunday’s game between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Oklahoma City Thunder the game shifted into “Lillard-Time”...

IM Flag Football

Heavy rain doesn’t stop the Greek IM football championships

Max Braly, Sports Contributor
December 4, 2015

Sig Ep and Dump ‘Em Out win the Open and Greek IM ChampionshipsThe rain on Tuesday night was as relentless as Sig Eps’ defense against Varsity House in the 2015 Intramural Football Greek Championship.Varsity...

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