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OSU student involved in pedestrian hit and run
Photo courtesy of the city of Corvallis.
Corvallis Fire Station 3 temporarily closes for renovations
The Oregon State University color guard is seen waving and performing with their flags at the Beaver Block Party on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. Crowds formed around the color guard as they carried out their performance.
Gallery: Beaver Block Party 09/24
DJ, Blake Horstmann, performs for Oregon State University students at the “Afterglow” event in the Student Experience Center Plaza on Friday, Sept. 23. The event provided complimentary glow sticks for students to dance along with.
Gallery: Afterglow
Oregon State University students play bubble soccer at the Great Bouncing Beaver Bash at Student Legacy Park on Friday, Sept. 23. The event took place as a way to get new students to interact and make new friends and celebrate the end of summer.
Gallery: The Great Bouncing Beaver Bash
OSU student involved in pedestrian hit and run
Photo courtesy of the city of Corvallis.
Corvallis Fire Station 3 temporarily closes for renovations
An illustration depicting the Corvallis fall Festival. The festival will be on Sept. 24 and Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday in Central Park.
Corvallis Fall Festival returns this weekend
Michael McDougal waits for the right bus as lower numbers of drivers create reduced scheduled buses on Sept. 19.
CTS cancels Corvallis bus routes due to driver shortage
An aerial dancing member of the Flynn Creek Circus performs above an audience.
Flynn Creek Circus enters its 20th year, heading to Corvallis
The Oregon State University color guard is seen waving and performing with their flags at the Beaver Block Party on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. Crowds formed around the color guard as they carried out their performance.
Gallery: Beaver Block Party 09/24
Oregon State Quarterback Chance Nolan throws to the offense in an attempt to salvage the game. The Beavs would lose 17-14 in the fourth quarter.
Oregon State loses first PAC-12 game of the season to USC in nail-biting fashion
Taliese Fuaga and Kanoa Shannon celebrate Shannon’s touchdown during the Beaver football game against Montana State at Providence Park in Portland, Ore, on September 17, 2022. Five different Beavers rushed for touchdowns during the game.
Oregon State looks to upset the Trojans at home, bettors on Caesars Sportsbook agree
The main grandstands of the new west side of Reser Stadium during construction on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, in Corvallis Oregon. The projected capacity of the new west side is anticipated to be around 8,500 seats.
Reser Construction is set to finish on August 3
Tre’Shaun Harrison runs after a catch during the Beaver football game against Montana State at Providence Park in Portland, Ore, on September 17, 2022. Harrison led the Beavers with 8 receptions for 133 yards.
Oregon State shows dominance over Montana State, winning 68-28
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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
The Oregon State University color guard is seen waving and performing with their flags at the Beaver Block Party on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. Crowds formed around the color guard as they carried out their performance.
Gallery: Beaver Block Party 09/24
Oregon State Quarterback Chance Nolan throws to the offense in an attempt to salvage the game. The Beavs would lose 17-14 in the fourth quarter.
Oregon State loses first PAC-12 game of the season to USC in nail-biting fashion
Taliese Fuaga and Kanoa Shannon celebrate Shannon’s touchdown during the Beaver football game against Montana State at Providence Park in Portland, Ore, on September 17, 2022. Five different Beavers rushed for touchdowns during the game.
Oregon State looks to upset the Trojans at home, bettors on Caesars Sportsbook agree
The main grandstands of the new west side of Reser Stadium during construction on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, in Corvallis Oregon. The projected capacity of the new west side is anticipated to be around 8,500 seats.
Reser Construction is set to finish on August 3
Tre’Shaun Harrison runs after a catch during the Beaver football game against Montana State at Providence Park in Portland, Ore, on September 17, 2022. Harrison led the Beavers with 8 receptions for 133 yards.
Oregon State shows dominance over Montana State, winning 68-28
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
Beaver Soccer ends in stalemate against Utah Valley
Sophomore Ellis Spikner celebrates his goal with his teammates in the Beavers’ first game of the season against UC Davis at Paul Lorenz Field on August 25, 2022. They started their season strong with a win.
Beaver season-opener ends in victory after second-half goal
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
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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
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
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
Photo Gallery from this weekend in Corvallis
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
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
Oleg Volkov, a computer science and mathematics major at University of Oregon.Doing various activities to contribute to mental health and wellness including working out at Dixon recreation center on September 5, 2022.
Personal health: The importance of self-care
Ham Creek: How it Feels to Eat Five Gum
Ham Creek: How it Feels to Eat Five Gum
Cats Chronicles: Best Part of Summer
Cat’s Chronicles: Best Part of Summer
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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
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
Oleg Volkov, a computer science and mathematics major at University of Oregon.Doing various activities to contribute to mental health and wellness including working out at Dixon recreation center on September 5, 2022.
Personal health: The importance of self-care
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
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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
Ham Creek: How it Feels to Eat Five Gum
Ham Creek: How it Feels to Eat Five Gum
Cats Chronicles: Best Part of Summer
Cat’s Chronicles: Best Part of Summer
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
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
Correction: CSD parents respond to discussion of potential vaccine mandate

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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

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

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’

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

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?

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’

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

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

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

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

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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