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Jia Hu, Associate Dean for the College of Agricultural Sciences, plays the cowbell during the procession into Reser Stadium on June 13, 2026. The annual commencement ceremony celebrated the completion of the 157th graduating class of OSU’s degrees.
Class of 2026’s Commencement brings the heat
A woman leads a march with people holding banners above their heads behind her.
Photo Gallery: OSU’s 157th annual commencement in photos
People dance on stage.
Beyond the stage: Kinetic’s annual showcase unites Asian dance communities
A line of robots outside a dining hall.
Starship delivery robots to leave OSU
A statue of a striding woman in a dress stands amongst wilting flowers. the statue and its surroundings are dusted with snow
Breaking down barriers: OSU graduates who made history by graduating from OSU
Tiffany Popov, quality assurance manager at OptiTrack, demonstrates the company’s motion tracking technology while wearing a marker-tracking suit inside the facility in Corvallis, on May 14. The space features motion tracking cameras and large display screens used for testing and demonstrations.
Extended reality theater in Huang Complex to host motion capture technology 
Person with black hair and grey sweater sits in an office with a laptop open.
ASOSU president not to speak at commencement
A series of orange chairs line themselves along a gray wall. Above them lies a plaque demonstrating the logo of the Associated Students of Oregon State University. And to the right, hangs a wooden plaque, shaping the State of Oregon with the words on it reading, "Community Engagement & Leadership."
DSI to host fair with help from ASOSU Senate
A man sits at a table with a laptop in front of them and raises their right hand in a signal to speak.
ASOSU Senate passes new bill, confirms new senators
The Associated Student of Oregon State University Senate confirmed Dawson Yang as the new vice president of the student government to fill a long-standing gap in student leadership. Yang will now serve as ASOSU vice president until June 1, when the term for the newly elected student government begins.
ASOSU Senate elects Yang as new VP
Oregon State University’s student body has elected Christina Young-Valdovinos and Mona Sabetzadeh as the next president and vice president of the student government. Jennifer McMillan was elected as Student Fee Committee Chair.
The results are in: Young-Valdovinos and Sabetzadeh win 2026 Presidential ticket
ASOSU Presidential candidate Jason Williams (left) and Vice Presidential candidate Alexis First Raised pose for a photograph after the ASOSU debates in the Memorial Union
Williams and First Raised look to bring ‘DAM Unity’ to Oregon State
A room surrounded by lightning equipment and other lifted technology. A blue screen glows in the background with text reading OptiiTrack drapes the room in a blue glow.
OSU partners with South Corvallis motion capture company 
Tiffany Popov, quality assurance manager at OptiTrack, demonstrates the company’s motion tracking technology while wearing a marker-tracking suit inside the facility in Corvallis, on May 14. The space features motion tracking cameras and large display screens used for testing and demonstrations.
Extended reality theater in Huang Complex to host motion capture technology 
Oregon State student Dylan Justice poses for a photo at the Safeway gas station in Corvallis, Oregon, on April 30. Fuel prices have increased, though OSU has multiple transportation options for students.
High gas prices, low carbon footprint
A red postal box with "dear stranger" printed the front sits on a desk, on it's right is a blank piece of paper. On it's left, is a statue of a cow covered in colorful patterns.
Oregon Humanities project aims to help build connections across the state
A line of men and women dressed in matching camouflage uniforms march in a straight line in rows of twos. Scattered throughout the line of marchers, are other uniformed people holding flags.
OSU veteran student gives thoughts on new automatic registration
A playground sits empty at the Beaver Beginnings Child Care Center.
Campus childcare center closes after 35+ years 
A man at a podium
New athletic director seeks to foster a culture of winning
Two baseball players go in for a hug.
The road ends in Eugene for Oregon State baseball
Travis Bazzana (37) celebrates as he makes his way to home plate winning the game at Goss Stadium, Coleman Field in Corvallis Oregon on April 5. Bazzana became the highest Australian player ever selected in the MLB draft, selected 1st overall by the Cleveland Guardians in 2024.
Is May the Month of Bazzana?
New Athletic Director Kevin Griffin set to take over July 5.
New athletic director hired, to begin work July
An OSU baseball player bats at home plate.
Photo Gallery: Beavers beat the Cougars at Eugene Regional
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Bitter sweet sendoff
Two baseball players go in for a hug.
The road ends in Eugene for Oregon State baseball
Travis Bazzana (37) celebrates as he makes his way to home plate winning the game at Goss Stadium, Coleman Field in Corvallis Oregon on April 5. Bazzana became the highest Australian player ever selected in the MLB draft, selected 1st overall by the Cleveland Guardians in 2024.
Is May the Month of Bazzana?
An OSU baseball player bats at home plate.
Photo Gallery: Beavers beat the Cougars at Eugene Regional
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Bitter sweet sendoff
Infielder Jacob Krieg (22) hits a ball during the game against Washington State at PK Park for the Eugene regional on May 31, 2026. The Beavers took home the win (10-1) and advanced to Game 6 against the Ducks.
Galloway, Morris keep Beavers alive in Eugene Regional
Beaver Nation showed up in PK Park in Eugene, Oregon. The Oregon State Beavers lost, 2-3, to the Washington State Cougars in game one of the Eugene Regional.
Beaver bats go cold as OSU drops Game 1 of Eugene Regional
OSU running back Salahadin Allah (26) stiff-arms a Ducks defender Sione Lavlea on a big run.
The ‘Civil War’ is back!
OSU football player on the left runs with the ball away from two Sam Houston players.
Beavers to Dolphins and Bears, oh my!
Head Coach JaMarcus Shephard gives a speech at the Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis’ 28th annual Celebrate Kids Breakfast on Thursday morning.
JaMarcus Shephard’s personal story highlights Corvallis Boys & Girls Club’s fundraising effort
The Oregon State football team huddles together before beginning a drive. The team would scrim during their annual spring ball game on April 25th, 2026.
Oregon State spring game: defense dominates, questions remain on offense
Scott Barnes
End of an era: Scott Barnes to retire as Oregon State athletic director
Oregon State fans celebrating during a Beavers football game. The Beavers 2026 football schedule was released Wednesday, with their first game being Sept. 5.
Oregon State Football releases 2026 schedule
Two-time Olympic gymnast and Student Assistant Coach for Oregon State gymnastics, Jade Carey, sits down for an interview before practice on Dec. 4, 2025, in the Gymnastics Practice Facility. This fall, Jade joined the coaching staff for Oregon State Gymnastics after competing for 4 seasons as a student.
World champion gymnast Jade Carey to give commencement speech
The UCLA and University of Minnesota gymnastics teams hold their tickets to the NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championship.
Photo Gallery: Olympian Jordan Chiles brings UCLA gymnastics to victory in Corvallis Regional
Sophia Esposito sits on the beam waving to the crowd.
Photo Gallery: OSU gymnastics places third at the NCAA Corvallis Regional in the first session
Emotional return for Ellie Weaver highlights Oregon State Senior Day win over Denver
Junior Sophia Esposito in the final pose of her floor routine at the OSU Gymnastics meet vs. Stanford in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 27, 2026. Esposito scored a 9.900 for her routine, the highest for the Beavers.
Beavers fall to familiar foe in gymnastics
Senior gymnast Lauren Letzsch performs a front aerial on the balance beam at Gill Coliseum on Feb. 14. The Southern Utah University Women’s Gymnastics team claimed the win against OSU with a final score of 196.825 to 196.300.
Letzsch’s 9.925 leads OSU in narrow defeat
A man in a suit stands at a podium in front of a backdrop.
Over one dozen Beavers leave OSU basketball teams
A woman makes a layup while playing basketball.
Former Beavers thrive in March Madness
Basketball players surround the head coach on the bench during a basketball game.
‘One more day’
A man stands at a podium smiling.
Oregon State turns to rising coach Justin Joyner to lead men’s basketball program
Scott Barnes
End of an era: Scott Barnes to retire as Oregon State athletic director
A man in a suit stands at a podium in front of a backdrop.
Joyner to bring a ‘culture of appreciation’ to OSU
Oregon State Baseball holds up their ticket to Omaha after they beat the Seminoles 14-10 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis on June 8, 2025. Baseball season officially starts Feb. 13.
2025 sports recap: Beavs soar early, face mighty fall
Oregon State defender Fran Cortijo (3) squats at midfield after a tough loss against the University of Washington. The Beavers lost to the Huskies 3-2 in 2nd overtime at Paul Lorenz Field in Corvallis on Nov 20, 2025 in the NCAA Tournament first round.
Beavers fall in double overtime as season ends in 3–2 heartbreaker
Defender, Fran Cortijo (3), runs down the field celebrating after scoring at Oregon State’s Paul Lorenz Field on Wednesday, Oct. 15, against Portland University. Oregon State faces off against the University of Washington on Nov. 20 in the NCAA playoffs.
Beavers to host Washington for first round of NCAA tournament
Oregon State goalkeeper John Nicolson (1) kneels on the field after the final whistle during the Nov. 15 match against San Diego at Paul Lorenz Field in Corvallis, Ore. OSU fell short despite late efforts to equalize.
Toreros beat Beavers in top-10 matchup, win conference title
Logan Farrington (7) breaks through the defense of Seattle U on Nov. 16, 2023, at Paul Lorenz Field in Corvallis, Oregon. Farrington is one of three OSU players to be in the top three of the SuperDraft.
OSU alumni make waves at FC Dallas
Oregon State’s Men’s Soccer match on Wednesday cancelled due to potential weather
Jaeya Butler (23) steps off first base and makes a run to second during Oregon State’s game against the University of Oregon at Jane Sanders Stadium. Oregon State loses 8–3, May 13, 2026.
Star OSU slugger named WCC Player of the Year
Beavers take win against Redhawks to even series
Beavers take win against Redhawks to even series
Late-inning drama ends in 11-10 loss for Beavers. 
Late-inning drama ends in 11-10 loss for Beavers. 
OSU defeats Pacific in game two in doubleheader
OSU softball falls to San Diego in game three
Lewis’ walk-off grand slam lifts Beavers to 8-6 comeback win
A woman makes a layup while playing basketball.
Former Beavers thrive in March Madness
Scott Barnes
End of an era: Scott Barnes to retire as Oregon State athletic director
The Beavers bench cheering after an OSU bucket in Gill Coliseum on March 19. 2026. Oregon State couldn’t finish the late-game comeback as they fell 58-62 in the first round of the WBIT.
Beavers fall in Round 1 of WBIT
A basketball player jumps and shoots a layup.
OSU to host tournament matchup
Gonzaga bests OSU in tournament finals
Kennedie Shuler gathers the ball before attempting a layup against Loyola Marymount University on March 9. The Beavers beat the Lions 73-67 at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Beavers get revenge on Lions, advance to finals
OSU forward Nathalie Lewis (24) takes a shot on goal as SMU goalkeeper Kate Plachy prepares to defend late in the second half at Paul Lorenz Field in Corvallis, Ore., on Nov. 5, 2025. Visibility dropped sharply as heavy rain swept across the field.
When it rains, it pours: Beavers fall against Saint Mary
OSU Women’s players, Carly Carraher (15), Sawyer Service (20) and Rin Choi (33) receive an ovation in the middle of the pitch on October 25th. The OSU Women’s Soccer team gathered at midfield for a final huddle before their game against the Pacific Tigers.
Sanchez adds to OSU legacy as Beavers tie Pacific on rainy Senior Saturday
Women’s soccer spreads awareness for cancer in annual ‘Dam Cancer’ event
(22) Alyssa White handling the ball on the Toreros' side of the pitch. Flanked by several Torero players and teammate (15) Carly Carraher.
Beavers’ secure first conference win vs San Diego
Forward/Defender Megin Turi (28) charges down Paul Lorenz Field alongside a University of Portland player on Oct 4, 2025. OSU lost 1-0 to Portland.
Beavers leave empty handed after searching for first conference win
Rin Choi (33), Alyssa White (22), and Carly Carraher (15) cheer following Choi’s goal against Idaho State on Thursday, Aug. 28 at Paul Lorenz Field.
Photo Gallery: OSU’s women’s soccer ties Idaho State at home
Two wrestlers
Pac-12 adds new wrestling affiliates
Khale McDonnell secures back control against his opponent in Oregon State University’s wrestling match against North Dakota State at Gill Coliseum on February 13, 2026. Oregon State claimed victory with a score of 20-11.
Beavers use big win streak to earn final dual victory of season
TJ McDonnell sprawls on his opponent in Oregon State University’s wrestling match against Little Rock Arkansas at Gill Coliseum on January 23, 2026. The Beavers went on to win the meet 29-10.
Oregon State Wrestling skips a stone past Little Rock
The referee raises Trey Munoz hand as the winner of his match during the Pac-12 Wrestling Championship at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis in 2024. Munoz now looks to his coaching career as he graduated in 2025.
Beaver Wrestling continues to prosper from graduate star
Oregon State sophomore wrestler Justin Rademacher trying to escape from Luke Geog of Ohio State, where Rademacher won 8-7 after tiebreakers. The Beavers lost to the Buckeyes 41-3 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Jan. 4, 2026.
Beavers buried by the Buckeyes
Oregon State graduate student wrestler Keller Rock slamming Zyon Trujillo of Utah Valley, who Rock beat 17-4. The Beavers beat the Wildcats 25-9 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Nov. 16, 2025.
Beavers start their campaign strong, dominate Utah Valley 25-9
The Oregon State Volleyball team poses for a photo after their match against Western Washington University at Gill Coliseum on April 18, 2026. The Beavers celebrated their victory against the Vikings with a spirited team photo.
Beaver volleyball kicks off spring season at home
Middle blocker Alana Marrs (1) leaps in the air to send a power tip to Gonzaga in Gill Coliseum at Oregon State University on Oct. 9, 2025.
From Earth to Marrs
The OSU Women's Volleyball team cheers on the court after getting a point at home against the Portland Pilots on Nov.29, 2025. This was the last game of the season, and the Beavs took home the 3-0 win.
Beaver volleyball ends season with sweep
Opposite Keila Gabriel (24) leaps up to spike the ball in Oregon State’s volleyball game against Santa Clara on November 20, 2025 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis.
Oregon State sweeps Santa Clara on pink night
Middle Blocker Alana Marrs (1) attacks in Oregon State’s volleyball game against San Diego at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on November 13, 2025
Beavs fall to Toreros in a match sweep
Beavers rally past LMU 3–1 at Gill Coliseum
Enough costumes, give us the beaver: Why Oregon State should have a living mascot
Enough costumes, give us the beaver: Why Oregon State should have a living mascot
The paradoxical superpositioning of the Superstitious Statistician
Junior OF Canon Reeder is fired up as he rounds the bases following a grand slam in the 3rd inning against Long Beach State at Goss Stadium on May 16, 2025. Reeder’s homer helped the Beavers get off to an 8-0 lead against the Dirtbags after a scoring onslaught in the 3rd inning.
Inside scoop for regionals
OSU QB Maalik Murphy (6) throws to one of his wide recievers down field. The Beavers showed some good skills during their spring game at Reeser Stadium in Corvallis on April 19, 2025.
Orange cashes in: NIL changes game at OSU
Oregon hitter rounds the bases after a first inning home run at Goss Stadium on April 29, 2025. The Beavers were able to respond to Oregon’s scoring early, but would end up falling short to the Ducks in the later innings
There’s no place like home field
Illustrated by Cat Smith
A letter from the football beat writer: death of tradition
Women's rowing team poses their four boats for a picture. The Orange and Black Regatta takes place on the Willamette River on Nov. 8.
Rowing coach lawsuit to extend through summer
Electrical and Computer Engineering major Carlie Magee runs down field while playing touch rugby at Avery park on August 5 2023. Magee is a member of Oregon State’s Women’s Rugby club team, now known as Women's+ Rugby Club.
Club Sports arrive to fall term
OSU Men’s Rugby Club creates bonds beyond the field
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 Men's 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
The Geezer goalies hold the championship flag after winning the tournament in Corvallis in February. Contributed by IM Sports.
IM goalball league sees low attendance with high reviews
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
Daily Barometer News Editor Fox Perez lays down on the floor in the Orange Media Network office inside the Student Experience Center at Oregon State University on May 28.
From the wonk’s desk: Why I write
A hot food case with beyond chicken tenders.
The humors of veganism explored by two friends of the meat industry
The northern lights seen from Corvallis.
The Space Age then and now:
Two women sit with their homework and laptops open.
It’s time to quit AI: Making the radical choice to learn
A man stands holding up a C shaped gesture with his hand.
Oregon influencer finds niche by repping home
Letter from the Editor: The Daily Barometer honors 130 years of student voices
Letter from the Editor: The Daily Barometer honors 130 years of student voices
Letter from the Editor: The Daily Barometer honors 130 years of student voices
Letter from the Editor: The Daily Barometer honors 130 years of student voices
OMN's Top 10 To-Dos at OSU
OMN’s Top 10 To-Dos at OSU
Kera Nelson and Audrey Saiz hold out previous Barometer Issues on Sept. 18.
Letters from the Editors
Barometer staff together holding up their Back to School print edition.
The Barometer needs unfiltered information to report the truth
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
Daily Barometer News Editor Fox Perez lays down on the floor in the Orange Media Network office inside the Student Experience Center at Oregon State University on May 28.
From the wonk’s desk: Why I write
A hot food case with beyond chicken tenders.
The humors of veganism explored by two friends of the meat industry
The northern lights seen from Corvallis.
The Space Age then and now:
Two women sit with their homework and laptops open.
It’s time to quit AI: Making the radical choice to learn
A man stands holding up a C shaped gesture with his hand.
Oregon influencer finds niche by repping home
Enough costumes, give us the beaver: Why Oregon State should have a living mascot
Enough costumes, give us the beaver: Why Oregon State should have a living mascot
Letter to the editor: Celebrating Jane Waite and the Social Justice Education Initiative
Letter to the editor: Celebrating Jane Waite and the Social Justice Education Initiative
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: Support international students and faculty
General Opinion Graphic
Statement regarding recent events related to ASOSU
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: Students United for Palestinian Rights issue demands for OSU to divest from Israel
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: OSU administration shares statement for cancellation of FlatTail Festival
Letter from the Editor: Read-aloud narrations of stories start with this issue
Letter from the Editor: Read-aloud narrations of stories start with this issue
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A woman leads a march with people holding banners above their heads behind her.
Photo Gallery: OSU’s 157th annual commencement in photos
People dance on stage.
Beyond the stage: Kinetic’s annual showcase unites Asian dance communities
An OSU baseball player bats at home plate.
Photo Gallery: Beavers beat the Cougars at Eugene Regional
Men in indigenous clothing dance.
Photo Gallery: 47th Annual łatwa ina Pow-Wow
Three protestors hold a banner while marching down the sidewalk.
Photo Essay: Students rally for international workers day, gear up for 2028 General Strike
Members of the Middle Eastern Dance Association (MEDA) perform in the Memorial Union Ballroom April 18, 2026. MEDA hosted the Mock Wedding event with performances, food and henna.
Mock Wedding brings hundreds to celebration of Middle Eastern culture
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Malick: Oregon’s future is smoky

Cassidy Malick, Columnist
November 2, 2020

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer.According to the United States Drought Monitor, Oregon has been...

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