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Ava Wright (she/her) and (Left) Faisal Osman (he/him), pose for a photo in the office of Community Engagement and Leadership in the Student Experience Center on Nov. 29. The two are Co-Facilitators of the Sustainability Council which works to create a unified space for students to collaborate for sustainability on OSUs campus.
Answering the call: Sustainability Council creates space for student action in sustainability
Mike and Judy Gaulke, who donated $20 million dollars to create the Gaulke Center for Marine Innovation and Technology, stand with university leadership.
Marine technology center donation funds future graduate student studies
Pam James giving a presentation on the relations between tribal governments and the federal government during a workshop at the Kaku-Ixt Mana Ina Haws on Nov. 21.
Government-to-government workshop sees packed house
Avery Sinks (left) and Gracen Williams work on homework on November 29.
Finals, stress come hand in hand, but resources are available
OSU Communications Instructor Michelle Huillet’s pet dog poses for the camera. Counseling and Psychological Services provides Paws to De-Stress for students during dead week and finals week.
Paws to De-Stress gives students a chance to pet dogs
General Corvallis City Section Graphic
Protestors demand ceasefire in Palestine at city council meeting
The First Presbyterian Church of Corvallis located on SW 8th Street in Corvallis.
Amidst the secular: spiritual groups navigating Corvallis’ religious oasis
The Benton County Courthouse in Downtown Corvallis on July 26. Benton County extended an offer to Rachel McEnemy to become the next Benton County Administrator.
Religious decision-making forbidden for Corvallis public officials
Emily Wisniewski, a Crescent Valley High School track star, achieved a new state record at the OSAA Cross Country Championships
Crescent Valley Cross Country athlete Emily Wisniewski separates herself from the pack
Damien Martinez runs down the field against the University of Oregon at Autzen Stadium in Eugene on Nov. 24.
Damien Martinez arrested for DUII, will not play in bowl game
Guard Kennedie Shuler (#1) drives to the basket in OSU’s game against Jackson State in Gill Coliseum on Dec. 9, 2023
Oregon State cruises to 7-0 with win over Jackson State
Jordan Pope (#0) in Oregon States double overtime against Cal Poly Slo on Dec. 4, 2023
Oregon State steals win from Cal Poly in double overtime stunner
An illustration showing the various sports
Game of Beliefs: Unraveling superstitions in sports
Newly appointed OSU offensive coordinator Ryan Gunderson Courtesy of UCLA Atheltics
Bray’s new hires stress continuity, legacy
Guard AJ Marotte (#11) drives the basket in OSU’s game against Western Kentucky University in Gill Coliseum on Dec. 2, 2023.
Beavers climb over Hilltoppers, move to 6-0
Sophomore infielder Travis Bazzana celebrates with infielder Mikey Kane after running in from third base in Goss Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Bazzana had two RBIs in the third game of the series against Coppin State.
Showcasing Beaver baseball’s future: Recap of the 2023 edition of the Orange & Black scrimmage
(#37) infielder Travis Bazzana smiles in the Corvallis Regional championship game vs Vanderbilt on June 6, 2022, at Goss Stadium. The Beavers secured a 7-6 victory over Vanderbilt.
OSU’s Bazzana makes waves as a Commodore
A Knights batter swings into a fastball thrown by a Pippins pitcher in a game at Goss Stadium on July 27, 2023. The Corvallis Knights secured an 8-2 victory over the Yakima Valley Pippins.
Photo Gallery: Corvallis Knights vs Yakima Valley Pippins game 3 (7/27)
Phoenix Call, #6 of the Knights, slides into home base in the bottom of the second inning during the Knights vs. Pippins game on July 26. The Corvallis Knights up 1-0 during the second inning.
Photo Gallery: Corvallis Knights vs Yakima Valley Pippins game 2 (7/26)
Yakima Valley Pippins Infielder Zack Blaszak (18) dives back to first base during a pick-off-attempt while Corvallis Knights Infielder Blake Avila watches the throw in. Blaszak was a key performer in the Pippins 5-4 victory against the Corvallis Knights on July 25.
Photo Gallery: Corvallis Knights vs Yakima Valley Pippins (7/25)
Newly appointed OSU offensive coordinator Ryan Gunderson Courtesy of UCLA Atheltics
Bray’s new hires stress continuity, legacy
Damien Martinez runs down the field against the University of Oregon at Autzen Stadium in Eugene on Nov. 24.
Damien Martinez arrested for DUII, will not play in bowl game
Head coach Trent Bray at the introductory press conference on Nov. 29.
Trent Bray introduced as Oregon State’s 32nd head coach
Trent Bray
Trent Bray hired as new Oregon State head football coach
Silas Bolden high-points a pass for a catch against the University of Oregon at Autzen Stadium in Eugene on Nov. 24.
Photo Gallery: Rivalry Game
Oregon State gymnastics coach Brian Carey (left) speaks with third-year Kinesiology major Riley LeCocq (right) about his plans for the season in the Gymnastics Practice Facility on August 11 2023. Carey, recently hired, is the father of third-year gymnast Jade Carey and has coached for Team USA.
Brian Carey sticks the landing at OSU as assistant coach
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Oregon State gymnast Madi Dagen closes out her career after five years with the Beavers
Madi Dagen celebrates her final floor routine in Gill Coliseum during a meet against Utah at Gill Coliseum on Saturday. Dagen recorded a 9.950 on the exercise.
Beavers claim a share of the PAC-12 conference championship with a win over Utah Utes
Jade Carey during her beam routine. Carey went on to score two 10.000s for the first time at home this season.
Oregon State gymnastics pull a powerful win over Arizona Wildcats
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Oregon State Beavers Gymnastics pull a comeback against #7 California Golden Bears with a tie at home
Jordan Pope (#0) in Oregon States double overtime against Cal Poly Slo on Dec. 4, 2023
Oregon State steals win from Cal Poly in double overtime stunner
Jordan Pope (0) takes on a defender as he looks to make a play in Gill Coliseum against the UC Davis Aggies on Nov. 30. The Beavers pulled off a 71-59 win at the end of regulation.
Beavers snap losing streak with win over UC Davis
Jordan Pope (#0) shields off an Appalachian State defender in 81-71 OT Beaver victory in Gill Coliseum on Nov. 14, 2023.
Pope, Beavers outlast Appalachian State in 81-71 overtime finish
Jordan Pope (#0) attempts a three-pointer in the Beavers 81-80 victory against Troy on Nov. 10, 2023.
Double overtime thriller ends in Beaver victory, 81-80
Sophomore forward Tyler Bilodeau goes in for the dunk contributing to his 11 points in the game.
Oregon State Beavers wipe Linfield Wildcats by 36-points in their season home opener
Fran Cortijo (3) runs to the crowd after scoring a game-winning goal in overtime as OSU took on Seattle University on Nov. 16 at Paul Lorenz Field
Beavers defeat Seattle University 2-1, advance to College Cup second round
Oregon State sophomore winger Arnau Farnos celebrates with teammates after scoring in the 19th minute during the match against California at Paul Lorenz Field on Oct. 22, 2023. Farnos’ goal was enough to give the Beavers a 1-0 victory over the visiting Golden Bears.
OSU men’s soccer begins playoffs against Seattle University
The Oregon State men’s soccer team applauds the crowd to show their appreciation.
Beavers battle Huskies to a 2-2 draw in season finale
Oregon State Junior Forward Ellis Spikner sits on the field after the final whistle at Paul Lorenz Field on Oct. 5, 2023. Spikner and the Beavers engineered a two-goal lead before conceding twice in the second half, ending with a 2-2 draw to the UCLA Bruins.
Oregon State falls to No. 17 Stanford at home, 4-0
Oregon State junior midfielder Fabian Straudi (#21) leads the team in celebration at Paul Lorenz Field on October 5, 2023. Straudi scored the opening goal just 37 seconds into the match against UCLA.
OSU and UCLA battle to a 2-2 tie in PAC-12 home opener
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Beaver Softball falls to the Huskies in the PAC-12 Softball Tournament
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Beavers softball comes up just short against Washington
Oregon State softball player Grace Messmer plays shortstop at Kelly field on Saturday, March 18 in Corvallis, Ore. OSU challenged California and were defeated 15-6.
Golden Bears batting too much for Beavers’ softball, Beavers lose 15-6
In an archived photo from the 2022 softball season, junior infielder Grace Messmer creates contact on a pitch from Arizonas pitcher. Messmer is now one of only eight upperclassmen on the Beavers roster this season.
Freshmen energy needed on Beaver Softball team, 2023 season preview
Junior utility player Madison Simon runs towards first pace in Saturdays game against Mt. Hood Community College. The Beavers won by a score of 13-4.
Beavers softball finishes their fall season with another win
Guard Kennedie Shuler (#1) drives to the basket in OSU’s game against Jackson State in Gill Coliseum on Dec. 9, 2023
Oregon State cruises to 7-0 with win over Jackson State
Guard AJ Marotte (#11) drives the basket in OSU’s game against Western Kentucky University in Gill Coliseum on Dec. 2, 2023.
Beavers climb over Hilltoppers, move to 6-0
Forward Raegan Beers (#15) cheers on the Beavers in their game against the UMBC Retrievers in Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Nov. 22, 2023.
OSU’s stellar performance secures victory against UMBC
Freshman guard Donovyn Hunter (#4) fends of a defender in OSUs 48-86 victory against UC Davis on Nov. 17, 2023.
Oregon State basketball dominates UC Davis, 86-48
Forward Raegan Beers (#15) gets fouled going up for a layup in OSU’s 63-56 victory against the Villanova Wildcats in Gill Coliseum on Nov. 12, 2023.
Beaver basketball powers past Villanova, 63-56
McKenna Martinez (#19) fends off a University of Washington defender in their 0-0 draw on Sunday Oct. 29 at Paul Lorenz Field.
Oregon State women’s soccer draws with Washington
McKenna Martinez (left) and Stanfords Amy Sayer (right) face off in a match at Paul Lorenz Field on October 23rd 2022. Martinez scored a goal Oregon States 3-2 win over UC Irvine.
Oregon State women’s soccer secures a 3-2 victory over UC Irvine
Oregon State University (OSU) women’s soccer player, Megin Turi, and University of Southern California (USC) women’s soccer player, Jaelyn Eisenhart, intensely sprint towards the ball on Sept. 29, 2022. OSU’s women’s soccer put up six shots in the first half against the Portland Pilots.
Oregon State women’s soccer draws Portland Pilots on own goal
McKenna Martinez (left) and Stanfords Amy Sayer (right) face off in a match at Paul Lorenz Field on October 23rd 2022. Martinez scored a goal Oregon States 3-2 win over UC Irvine.
Beaver women’s soccer falls to Pacific University
Wide receiver Silas Bolden (#7) catches a pass during individual position drills during day one of Oregon State Football’s fall training camp on Aug 3, 2023. Bolden was one of Oregon States top receivers last season.
The DAM Mailbag: PAC-12 Realignment, Beaver Football, and OSU women’s soccer
Rhoden reminisces about his first year at OSU
Rhoden reminisces about his first year at OSU
Oregon State wrestler Cleveland Belton locks up with his Sun Devil opponent Jesse Vasques. Belton fought hard but ultimately lost his match by a score of 2-5.
Beavers disappointed after close loss to ASU Sun Devils
Redshirt sophomore, Trey Munoz, prepares mentally for his match against CSU Bakersfields Jacob Hansen at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis. Senior, Isaiah Crosby, is also seen alongside Munoz pre match.
The Beavers continue their winning streak, smashing the Roadrunners
In a photo taken for the June 2022 issue, senior wrestler Devan Turner (left) is seen receiving congratulations from the OSU wrestling program’s head coach, Chris Pendleton (center), and associate head coach, Nate Engel, during his senior night on Feb. 4 inside of Gill Coliseum. Pendleton and Engel are helping assist the women’s wrestling camp held by the DAM RTC on Aug. 13 and 14.
Beaver Dam RTC holds all-girls wrestling camp at OSU
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
Middle blocker Aliyah McDonald (#5) and outside hitter Mychael Vernon (#6) celebrate after scoring a point in the Beavs’ game against the UCLA Bruins in Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Nov. 22, 2023.
Beavers force fifth set, yet lose close one to UCLA
Amanda Burns, an opposite hitter for Oregon State University volleyball, spiking the ball on November 3, 2023 at Gill Coliseum.
Oregon State volleyball falls to the fierce challenge brought by Colorado
Aliyah McDonald (#5) and Megan Sheridan (#21) block an attack on Oct. 22, 2023 from the California Bears in Gill Coliseum.
Beavers’ hard-fought battle ends in defeat
Oregon State sophomore libero Keira Herron begins her serve routine in front of the Oregon State bench during the match against No. 3 Stanford in Gill Coliseum on Oct. 20, 2023. Herron and the Beavers fell to the No. 3 Cardinal in straight sets dropping to 7-12 overall and 2-7 in the PAC-12.
Stanford snaps Beavers’ win streak with home loss
Mychael Vernon (#6) digs a spike at Gill Coliseum to help the Beavers to a victory against the Arizona Wildcats.
Mychael Vernon leads Beavers to back-to-back wins
Illustrated by Cat Smith
A letter from the football beat writer: death of tradition
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
Third-year Kinesiology major Zane Youngren (left) and fourth-year Mechanical Engineering major Kevin Sabbe (right) joke after a play during pickup at Dixon Recreation Center on August 8 2023. Both Sabbe and Youngren are members of Oregon State’s club volleyball team and speak highly of their experiences playing club sports.
Former athletes continue athletic careers through club sports
Sophomore outside hitter Cade Nakao gets ready to pass his teammate’s serve during a scrimmage drill on Jan. 24 inside of Langton Hall. The Mens Volleyball team hopes to take a step in the right direction towards inclusivity of a national sport.
Men’s Volleyball: Can you dig it?
Naomi Asbock and Marena Clark-Lazaire go head to head during a practice short track derby at club practice on Nov. 14. Asbock joined the new PAC class to learn how to skate.
Concussions & Community: Rolling through life
OSU Rugby looks for wins and more bodies
An illustration showing the various sports
Summer intramural sports offer a variety of activities for students
IM Sports
New payment, registration plans help organize intramural sports
General Sports Graphic
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
Teresa Ashford sits at Interzone Coffee on July 28th. Ashford has been dubbed Oregon State University’s “Sexpert”, she works to make content educating students on various topics.
Sexpert Says: How Puritan civilization laid groundwork to sexual education within schools
Illustrated by Cat Smith
A letter from the football beat writer: death of tradition
Teresa Ashford sits at Interzone Coffee on July 28th. Ashford has been dubbed Oregon State University’s “Sexpert”, she works to make content educating students on various topics.
Sexpert Says: OSU’s Sexpert visits Phallological Museum in Iceland
How the collapse of the PAC-12 will affect non-football fans
How the collapse of the PAC-12 will affect non-football fans
Teresa Ashford sits at Interzone Coffee on July 28th. Ashford has been dubbed Oregon State University’s “Sexpert”, she works to make content educating students on various topics.
Sexpert Says: Sexpert shares resources for sexual safety on and off campus
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
Teresa Ashford sits at Interzone Coffee on July 28th. Ashford has been dubbed Oregon State University’s “Sexpert”, she works to make content educating students on various topics.
Sexpert Says: OSU’s Sexpert visits Phallological Museum in Iceland
How the collapse of the PAC-12 will affect non-football fans
How the collapse of the PAC-12 will affect non-football fans
Teresa Ashford sits at Interzone Coffee on July 28th. Ashford has been dubbed Oregon State University’s “Sexpert”, she works to make content educating students on various topics.
Sexpert Says: Sexpert shares resources for sexual safety on and off campus
In a photo illustration, fourth-year new media communications Major Allen Bernard checks the travel distance from Corvallis to his hometown of Lubbock, Texas on Aug. 28. Travelers driving home for the Thanksgiving holiday should be prepared for icy conditions.
The realities of going to college out-of-state
Where Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer ends, Linus Pauling begins
Where Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer ends, Linus Pauling begins
Letter from the editor: The Barometer’s new look
General Opinion Graphic
Letter To The Editor: Does CPD care?
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: ECAC is aware of concerns raised regarding investigation
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: We want a board that represents our strong desire for racial and gender justice
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: We demand their resignation, a transparent external review of the presidential search process
Ice Cream Adventure
Ice Cream Adventure
Summer is Around the Corner
Summer is Around the Corner
Weather
Weather
Mossy Wet Rock Episode 17
Mossy Wet Rock Episode 17
Frog World: The Beetle
Frog World: The Beetle
June Sudoku
June Sudoku
June Crossword
June Crossword
May Sudoku
May Sudoku
May Crossword
May Crossword
April Crossword
April Crossword
Correction: What changes can Oregonians expect from incoming governor Tina Kotek?
Correction: Pride Center: A Home Away From Home
Correction: OSU Public Safety Department squires new device for traffic safety
Correction: OSU students report issues with accessibility on campus
Correction: COP26 restates efforts to limit global warming; Corvallis, OSU aim to reduce carbon footprint

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A photo illustration of water splashing out of a cup on August 4, 2022 in Corvallis, Ore. A recent review by the online community Environmental Workgroup revealed four contaminants, including Hexavalent Chromium, in the Corvallis water supply that exceed recommended guidelines.

4 contaminants found in Corvallis water above EWG recommendations

Tarsa Weikert, News Contributor
August 10, 2022

Although the City of Corvallis is in compliance with federal drinking water standards, The Environmental Workgroup, an online community of over 30 million people that aims to protect the public has recorded...

A Starship Robot takes a well-earned break during August of 2022.

Starship Robots temporarily suspended

Tarsa Weikert, News Contributor
August 10, 2022

Editors Note: This story has been updated with more information from University Housing and Dining Services. During the month of August, the Starship delivery robots will be temporarily out of service...

An Eco2Go dropoff location found in the Student Experience Center Plaza next to the Memorial Unit, photographed on July 26th, 2022. When the program first launched, OSU’s campus had only five dropoff boxes, expanding to 20 dropoff boxes later on.

Eco2go to resume ‘as soon as staffing allows’

Tarsa Weikert, News Contributor
August 1, 2022

Eco2Go is a University and Housing Dining Program which provides customers with reusable takeout containers. However, since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the program has been under temporary suspension. Kerry...

Rodent trap outside West Hall on Oct. 20, in Corvallis, Ore. These traps are used to prevent mice and other rodents from entering the building by capturing them in a live trap.

OSU’s persistent mice problem sneaks by students for decades

Tarsa Weikert, News Contributor
November 11, 2021

Oregon State University is treating mice on campus using similar measures they have used in the past, but some students are only now becoming aware of the issue. Steve Clark, vice president of University...

Harjasleen Gulati

Student on the Street: What holidays do you celebrate and which ones are you looking forward to the most?

Tarsa Weikert, News Contributor
November 1, 2021

Harjasleen Gulati (she/her) Senior computer science major “I am looking forward to Thanksgiving because I will be home with my family. I am looking forward to Diwali, that’s a holiday we...

Gwendolyn Mitchell visited The Little Gallery at Kidder Hall on Oct. 19. On Nov. 1, the Universal Languages exhibition will open for the community to learn about language and its objective value.

Upcoming ‘Universal Languages’ art exhibition ‘celebrates our world of many cultures’

Tarsa Weikert, News Contributor
October 30, 2021

A new art exhibit is coming to the Little Gallery inside Kidder Hall at Oregon State University from Nov. 1 to Dec. 17 that will represent the universal aspects of humans. The exhibition, which is called...

Board of Trustees members listen to community member concerns during a board meeting on Friday inside the Memorial Union. Many of the community members spoke about environmental concerns and a lack of communication with the board.

OSU Board of Trustees announces potential board members, discusses high enrollment

Tarsa Weikert, News Contributor
October 9, 2021

An Oregon State University faculty member, a student and a staff member are among five candidates who have been nominated to serve on the Board of Trustees.  In a meeting on Friday, Rani Borkar, chair...

Dr. Jennifer Barrington checks a Black Lab for an ear infection during a house call on Sept. 24, 2021 in Corvallis, Ore. Veterinarians have seen an unexpected uptick since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and are still struggling to take care of their patients without long wait times.

COVID-19 continues to add pressure to local veterinarian services

Tarsa Weikert, News Contributor
October 4, 2021

COVID-19 continues to limit many industries services across the world, including veterinarian practices in Corvallis, Ore. It is no surprise that veterinary hospitals are experiencing some heat from...

Rebecca Freeby and Grae Addams hold up signs protesting Texas’s Senate Bill 8 at Central Park in Corvallis, Ore. on Oct. 2. SB8 restricts most abortions in the state of Texas after six weeks of pregnancy.

Corvallis citizens protest in support of reproductive rights

Tarsa Weikert , News Contributor
October 2, 2021

A Women’s March was held Saturday, Oct. 2 at 11 a.m. at Central Park in Corvallis, Ore. to protest Texas’s Senate Bill 8 which limits abortion access.  Hundreds of community members gathered at...

The Student Experience Center on OSUs Corvallis, Ore. campus serves as the newest COVID-19 testing site starting Sept. 22. The university says the SEC was selected as a testing site because it has a newer ventilation system and promotes easier access for students.

New COVID-19 testing site for unvaccinated students at SEC

Tarsa Weikert, News Contributor
September 29, 2021

Unvaccinated students and staff who are required to follow Oregon State University COVID-19 safety guidelines can now be tested at the Student Experience Center or the LaSells Stewart Center. With students...

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