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Herring: The two party government system goes against equality

Shi Violet Herring
July 15, 2019

In order to achieve equal representation within a government, the two-party system must be abandoned.According to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary, a democracy is a government ruled by the people through...

The light of the greenhouse shines differently on different plots of hemp growing in the west greenhouse. This experiment shows how much light is needed for hemp to be productive, and could influence which climates can sustainably grow hemp around the world.

Oregon State University announces Global Hemp Innovation Center

Shi Violet Herring
July 15, 2019

According to Oregon State University professor Jay Noller, the Global Hemp Innovation Center was launched on June 13, encompassing over 40 faculty members from 20 different disciplines across campus and...

Hackers using phishing techniques send legitimate looking emails in an attempt to deceive users and steal information. 

Oregon State experiences security breach

Shi Violet Herring
June 26, 2019

According to Clark, the privacy incident occurred in the beginning of May when an OSU employee’s account was hacked and used to send phishing emails nationally. Clark said the university does not know...

Oregon State University fights food insecurity with a food share proposal

Shi Violet Herring
June 26, 2019

Edward J. Ray, Oregon State president, addressed the Corvallis community in a letter, explaining the plans coming to fruition the fall of 2020. Ray said that he is working with University Housing and Dining...

Photo story: Summer activities

Photo story: Summer activities

Shi Violet Herring
June 26, 2019

While at the Book Bin, take a chance on a “blind date with a book.” This summer activity is where a book shop or library places book covers on several books, followed by a description of the book....

Photo Story: Summer activities

Photo Story: Summer activities

Shi Violet Herring
June 26, 2019

Purchasing pints of berries that are now in season is a farmer’s market activity unique to summer. Currently,  raspberries, blackberries, Marion berries and strawberries are in season.

Column: Challenges in the first-year experience

Shi Violet Herring
June 26, 2019

In my first year at OSU, I faced several academic obstacles that were caused by the University’s institutional decisions.An obstacle most college students face is late-night midterms and final exams....

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College deans highlight outstanding graduates

Shi Violet Herring, News Contributor
June 10, 2019

With graduation in sight, college deans highlighted outstanding seniors who have made their mark during their time at Oregon State University.Juwan JohnsonJuwan Johnson will be graduating with a bachelor’s...

The Majestic

Corvallis levy saves the Majestic

Shi Violet Herring, News Contributor
May 28, 2019

Corvallis’ City Livability Services Levy passed last Tuesday, ensuring continued funding for the Corvallis Library and Parks & Recreation services, including The Majestic Theater as well as the Osborn...

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