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The Issue at Hand: Affirmative Action should be argued on the grounds of discrimination, diversity is the outcome

Skand S., Columnist
June 9, 2023

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. Affirmative action is currently being argued in the US Supreme...

Graphic created featuring  some of the processes of what Oregon State University Printing and Mailing does to prepare for commencement. Individuals photographed from left to right: Jennifer Hunt (she/her), Joey McIntosh (he/him), Jake Schmid, and Jeff Todd (he/him).

What goes on behind the scenes of the commencement ceremony?

Skand S., News Contributor
June 6, 2023

It is that time of the year when excitement is in the air with soon-to-be graduates who will don their gowns and caps and enter a new chapter in their lives.  With everyone cheering for the graduates’...

A photo illustration of a person voting taken on Feb. 19. With preliminary results from the Secretary of State’s website showing that 57.26% people voted against the measure, there is a small chance that the measure will pass.

May Elections preliminary results: Benton County bond measure 2-140 faces slim chance of passing

Skand S., News Contributor
May 18, 2023

Ballot measure 2-140 – “community safety, mental health and homelessness services facilities,” appears to have a slim chance of passing after the preliminary results from the Secretary of State's...

Crescent Valley High School drama club returns after years-long hiatus with “Beowulf (and the Bard)”

Crescent Valley High School drama club returns after years-long hiatus with “Beowulf (and the Bard)”

Skand S., News Contributor
May 4, 2023

A Viking warrior: allergic to violence and doesn’t like working out. This is the premise of “Beowulf (and the Bard),” an all-student high school play that starts on Friday at Crescent Valley High...

Gregory Brumfield (left) stands opposite to Jocelyn Adams Eisenlohr. Respectively, two play Sweeney Todd and Mrs. Lovett in the show opening Friday.

Slice and sing: Sweeney Todd the musical comes to Corvallis

Skand S., News Contributor
April 27, 2023

Sweeney Todd — the dark, witty thriller musical — is all set to go on stage Friday at The Majestic Theater in downtown Corvallis.  The opening day has a “Meat” & Greet with the Directors...

Lack of organizational support is causing dissatisfaction for non-profit case workers

Lack of organizational support is causing dissatisfaction for non-profit case workers

Skand S., News Contributor
April 12, 2023

Worker shortage is not a new problem in Corvallis’ non-profits. However, burnouts and lack of organizational support is an increasing concern among the workers. A former worker at the Center Against...

A photo illustration of Corvallis City Hall, photo taken on March 14.

Candidates and ballot measures seek approval in May election

Skand S., News Contributor
April 10, 2023

Two measures are on the ballot for Benton County voters to decide on May 16 before 8 p.m. alongside several candidates running for positions in the school district. The first is the bond for “community...

What student workers need to know about sick leave

What student workers need to know about sick leave

Skand S., News Contributor
March 15, 2023

In case you wake up sick on a work day, you might wonder if you have to forgo a day’s pay or are eligible to take a paid day off. The answer is that it varies with your employment status and how long...

A donation box in downtown Corvallis in August of 2022. Since Gov. Tina Kotek’s declaration of homelessness as a state of emergency this last January, multiple legislative bills have been proposed to address the issue that has been an increasing issue in Oregon.

Oregon’s attempt to tackle homelessness: State legislature introduces several housing bills, one endorsed by Benton County

Skand S., News Contributor
March 6, 2023

With Gov. Tina Kotek having declared homelessness as a state of emergency in several counties across Oregon, numerous housing related legislative bills have been proposed to tackle this priority.  One...

Rising rent costs seem to disproportionately impact OSU students

Rising rent costs seem to disproportionately impact OSU students

Skand S., News Contributor
February 27, 2023

Rising rent costs are not a new phenomenon in Corvallis. When coupled with the housing shortage, Oregon State University students are facing a hard time finding a house, let alone its affordability. 26%...

A photo illustration of a distressed student doing their taxes taken on Feb. 6. Tax season is coming up with a deadline of April 15.

Tax season is here! Students gear up to file tax returns

Skand S., News Contributor
February 27, 2023

It’s that time of year where most people are anxious—tax season! This year’s deadline for filing taxes is April 18, according to the Internal Revenue Service. There are several sources through...

(Left) Happy Mason playing Ronda Mackey, opposite to Danielle White playing pregnant woman 3. Both Mason and White play multiple characters in Roe.

Despite facing challenges to find a cast – Roe is all set to play!

Skand S., News Contributor
February 21, 2023

“Two Women. Multiple Truths. One Landmark Supreme Court Case.”  This is the tagline for the play “Roe that is ready to show after a rough search for a cast starting Feb 24. to Mar. 5 at The Majestic...


Senator Jeff Merkley, and Congresswoman Van Hoyle host a town hall meeting at Crescent Valley High School on Saturday. Community members asked questions about universal healthcare, free education, and upcoming support for small businesses.

Senator Merkley and Congresswoman Hoyle respond to the issues of Benton County residents in joint townhall

Skand S., News Contributor
February 15, 2023

“Get up, vote, get engaged, talk to your elected officials –  know that your voice matters, because there's a group of people that are doing everything they can to let you think that your voice doesn't...

Photo courtesy of DLR Group.

Expect to vote on in May: Justice System Improvement Program will cost Benton County residents $110 million

Skand S., News Contributor
February 7, 2023

Clarification:  A previous version of this article stated the mental health crisis center would be dependent on the bond measure passing as well as the distribution of the 110 million included in the...

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Missing Corvallis man found deceased at Mary’s Peak after almost 2 weeks of searching

Skand S., News Contributor
January 4, 2023

The Corvallis man and a former Oregon State University student, Steven Mainwaring, 22, was found deceased by the deputies of the Benton County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday at 4:54 p.m. at Mary’s Peak. According...

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OSU is paying entire 1% contribution to Paid Leave Oregon’s fund but not all are eligible

Skand S., News Contributor
December 20, 2022

OSU will start implementing Paid Leave Oregon, a new program from the State of Oregon that allows individuals to take paid leaves during situations impacting their families or their health and safety. The...

Time passes quickly while paperwork piles up in the Visa offices.

OSU international students face delays in visa acceptance due to residual COVID-19 effects

Skand S., News Contributor
December 8, 2022

Administrative Processing – a seemingly innocuous bureaucratic term for many, can be a nightmare for international students applying for a U.S. visa.  Oregon State University students Anton Egorov...

The inside of a one-bed micro shelter at the Safeplace Unity Transitional Microshelters site on Nov. 15. The only reason this site is possible, according to Executive Director of Unity Shelters, Shawn Collins, is because of community resources, support, and consistency.

Microshelters in Corvallis see success in addressing houselessness.

Skand S., News Contributor
November 28, 2022

Affordable housing and addressing homelessness were one of the major issues during the midterm elections this year throughout Oregon. Alongside inflation and gas hikes, the worker shortage in case management...

Protesters hold signs showing images of several children who were killed by the Islamic government along with photos of Mahsa Amini while chanting “Say their names” on Saturday. According to one protester, the children were on their way to the school and were innocent.

People protest against Iranian government again in Corvallis to raise awareness of the situation

Skand S., News Contributor
November 22, 2022

“Zan, Zendagi, Aazadi:” Women, Life, Freedom – a chant that has been popularized by the series of protests in Iran against the Islamic Republic were once again heard on Saturday morning at the Riverfront...

Computer science student Sweta Kashwha paints a lantern during the International Student Open House held by ASOSU in the Memorial Union on Wednesday. The open house was held to welcome all international students to the campus.

OSU annual International Education Week underway

Skand S., News Contributor
November 16, 2022

Oregon State University commenced its annual International Education Week this Monday with events organized by eleven campus organizations.  According to the IEW webpage, the week of events is...

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