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The statue of Dick Fosbury, who died on Sunday, located outside of Dixon Recreation Center, pictured on March 14. Fosbury, an OSU alum, won a gold medal at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City with his revolutionary high jump technique dubbed the “Fosbury Flop.”
OSU track & field icon Dick Fosbury, who forever changed the high jump, dies at 76
What student workers need to know about sick leave
What student workers need to know about sick leave
General ASOSU Graphic
ASOSU releases 2023 senator election results, leaves last appointment up to chance
Housing assistance grant supports OSU Ecampus veterans
Housing assistance grant supports OSU Ecampus veterans
The ASOSU Elections committee (from left to right) Abby Miller, Ethan Hampton, Sydney Navas and Sierra Young at work counting elections votes on March 10.
ASOSU releases 2023 election results
Katie Barber poses as she removes her mask on Tuesday, March 14 in Corvallis. The last remaining mask mandate in Oregon, which requires them to be worn in health care settings, will be lifted on April 3.
Masks welcome, not required
Contribution from 4AllMuttkind
Foster-based rescue lets students and community members adopt rescued dogs
A timeline of recent earthquakes and magnitudes around Turkey.
OSU’s Turkish students band together in wake of tragic earthquakes
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
Program Coordinator Clack Chesshir (they/he) sits and does work at their desk at Oregon State University, Feb 13. The Beavs Volunteer team at Community Engagement & Leadership work to deliver an engaging experience that will build community leadership skills.
Volunteer opportunities abound for OSU students looking to get involved in the community
Kyle Dernedde swings at a pitch thrown by the Nevada Wolf Pack on Mar 14 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis
Beaver baseball dominates against the recently victorious Nevada Wolf Pack
The statue of Dick Fosbury, who died on Sunday, located outside of Dixon Recreation Center, pictured on March 14. Fosbury, an OSU alum, won a gold medal at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City with his revolutionary high jump technique dubbed the “Fosbury Flop.”
OSU track & field icon Dick Fosbury, who forever changed the high jump, dies at 76
Lineback Kyrie Fisher-Morris prepares himself for the 40-yard dash during Mondays Pro Day drills. A total of 13 Beavers made their way through the drills in front of NFL professionals.
Path to the Draft: OSU hosts annual Pro Day
The Oregon State Beavers come together at a mound visit in hopes of regrouping in their last game against the Washington State Cougars at Goss Stadium on March 12
Cougars steal the series in a close game three, backed by unearned runs
OMN Sports
Cold bats and streaky pitching: the recipe for a 6-3 Beaver loss Saturday afternoon
Kyle Dernedde swings at a pitch thrown by the Nevada Wolf Pack on Mar 14 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis
Beaver baseball dominates against the recently victorious Nevada Wolf Pack
The Oregon State Beavers come together at a mound visit in hopes of regrouping in their last game against the Washington State Cougars at Goss Stadium on March 12
Cougars steal the series in a close game three, backed by unearned runs
OMN Sports
Cold bats and streaky pitching: the recipe for a 6-3 Beaver loss Saturday afternoon
Pitcher Trent Stellers during the Washington State game on March 10. The pitcher contributed to the 5-1 victory by not letting a hit by the Cougars happen until the fourth inning
Trent Sellers’ pitching sets Beavers up for a decisive victory over Washington State
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Travis Bazzana’s five RBI’s lift Beavers over Toreros to give Head Coach Mitch Canham 100th win. 
Lineback Kyrie Fisher-Morris prepares himself for the 40-yard dash during Mondays Pro Day drills. A total of 13 Beavers made their way through the drills in front of NFL professionals.
Path to the Draft: OSU hosts annual Pro Day
Andrew Chatfield Jr. pumps up the crowd at the Las Vegas Bowl at Allegiant Stadium on Dec. 18. Chatfield Jr. recorded a sack and a tackle for a loss against Florida quarterback Jack Miller III.
Welcome to The DAM Mailbag: Beaver basketball, football, and the PAC-12 2023 football schedule
Oregon State University Vice President and Athletic Director Scott Barnes leads a tour of the construction of the new west side of Reser Stadium at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Ore, on Jan 17. Barnes is looking to improve Reser Stadium for both home and away fans.
Reser Stadium’s west side renovation separates itself from other stadiums across the nation
Head coach Jonathan Smith raises the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl trophy after the Beavers won in the game at Allegiant Stadium on Dec. 17. Smith recently signed a $30.6 million contract that will last through the end of the 2028 season.
The Beavers 2022 college football season was remarkable, and it should be for years to come
Oregon State alumni, Jens Burks (left) and Mark Laswell (right) , are seen speaking with Daily Barometer sports writer, Ryan Harlan, on Dec. 16 in Las Vegas.
Alumni admiration: 28 years of losing football to a ten-win season
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
OMN Sports
Oregon State Beavers Gymnastics pull a comeback against #7 California Golden Bears with a tie at home
Sydney Gonzales celebrates after a successful vault at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, Ore, on Jan 27 in a meet with Rutgers University. The Beavers won the meet, 197.275 to 194.150.
Oregon State beavers gymnastics show incredible team effort with a 197.275 win over Rutgers
Oregon State gymnast Madi Dagen celebrates with her team after performing a beam routine at the Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Jan. 21. Dagen scored two 9.90s on the beam.
Gymnastics first home meet of the season filled with many successful moments for the Beavers
Glenn Taylor Jr. drives to the basket against the California Golden Bears on March 4 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR. Taylor Jr. produced 17 points off of scoring for the Beavers against the Sun Devils.
Beavers’ offense stalls late against Arizona State in PAC-12 Tournament
Sitting alongside teammate, center Chol Marial, guard Felipe Palazzo cheers for his team in a tough game against UCLA on February 9 in Gill Coliseum.
Men’s Basketball’s Felipe Palazzo: Sports provide a common language for international students at Oregon State
Michael Rataj dunking for the final two points scored in the game against the California Golden Bears on March 4th at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR. After being down for most of the game, the Beavers made a comeback, winning the game with a score of 66-69.
Pope, Taylor Jr., and Bilodeau combine for 56 points as the Beavers take down the California Bears 69-66
OMN Sports
Beavers struggle in 23-point loss to Stanford
Freshman guard Jordan Pope drives past his Oregon opponent in the second half of the Rivalry Game inside of Gill Coliseum on Saturday night. Pope is averaging 12.5 points on a 43% shooting percentage.
Akanno’s strong night not enough, Beavers lose at last second to rival Oregon
Mouhometh Thiam stands in Paul Lorenz Field on Sunday. Mouhometh Thiam, a junior at OSU, specializes as a midfielder.
Beavers’ season comes to an end after upset loss to the University of Portland
Freshman defender Max Gosset clears the ball versus redshirt senior midfielder Omar Grey in a match that ended in a tie score of 1-1 in Paul Lorenz Field on Oct. 21. The Beavers today ended the undefeated Huskies record with a score of 1-0.
Oregon State Beavers upset the undefeated Huskies with an end of game goal
Oregon State University men’s soccer player Gael Gibert attempting to head the ball before Stanford’s goalkeeper Matt Frank can receive it on Oct. 9 at Paul Lorenz Field. OSU men’s soccer faced off against Stanford with a final score of 2-2.
Gallery: OSU vs. Stanford 10/09
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
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
Jade Soto scores from Third against Clackamas on Friday, October 14 at Kelly Field in Corvallis Oregon. No score was kept in this scrimmage.
Beavers looking ready for Spring season after win against Clackamas
OMN Sports
Beavers beat Stanford in super regional, advance to college world series
OMN Sports
Beavers take game one of super regional against Stanford
Sophomore guard Talia Von Oelhoffen moves around the Colorado defense in the prior matchup that happened between the two teams in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 5. The Beavers were without Oelhoffen for the PAC-12 Tournament as well as games prior to the seasons end.
Beavers fall to Buffaloes in PAC-12 Tournament Quarterfinals
Noelle Mannen calls a play against Arizona State on Friday in Corvallis. Mannen has helped the Beavers at the guard position since the injury news to Talia Von Oelhoffen.
Beavers rally past USC in first round of PAC-12 tournament
Noelle Mannen shoots a layup against the Arizona Wildcats on Feb. 25 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis. OSU beat Arizona with a final score of 70-78.
Beavers women’s basketball overpowers No. 14 Arizona, win 78-70
Reagan Beers puts up a layup against Arizona State on Friday in Corvallis. The freshman trio of Beers, Blacklock, and Gardiner combined for 41 of the Beavers 73 points.
Oregon State Beavers suffer ninth straight loss against Arizona Sun devils
Raegan Beers shoots a foul shot against the Utah Utes on Feb. 3 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis. Beers continues to be aggressive on the glass while scoring, achieving her 13th double-double of her freshman season.
Beavers’ front court not enough for Murekatete and the Cougars
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 faced off USC’s team on Sept. 29 with a final score of OSU 1, USC 5.
Beavers draw with Ducks on the road to wrap up season
Senior midfielder Abby Schwartz attempts a shot against the California Golden Bears this past Thursday night at Paul Lorenz Field. Schwartz has a total of two shots on goal this season for the Beavers.
Beavers women’s soccer fall to Stanford on senior day
Oregon State University (OSU) women’s soccer player, Valerie Tobias , dribbles the ball through University of Southern California (USC) opponents on Sept. 29, 2022. OSU’s women’s soccer faced off USC’s team on Sept. 29 with a final score of OSU 1, USC 5.
Gallery: Women’s Soccer OSU vs USC 09/29
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
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
Oregon State’s 12th Head Volleyball Coach, Lindsey Behonick poses for a photo on Jan. 18 inside the volleyball office in Gill Coliseum. The Beavers record a 7-23 record last year prior to hiring Behonick.
Beavers land on Behonick as their new women’s volleyball head coach
Izzi Szulczewski, #15, dives for the ball in Gill Stadium on Sunday. Izzi Szulczewski, a sophomore at OSU, specializes as a setter.
Oregon State volleyball unable to defeat UCLA Bruins in exhausting game
Outside hitter, Mychael Vernon, spikes the ball as the ladies of USC try to block.
Women’s volleyball team continues to struggle in their season as they lose to USC
Kateryna Tkachenko spikes the ball in Gill Stadium on Friday, November 4, 2022. Kateryna Tkachenko specializes as an Outside Hitter.
Beavers volleyball struggle to win consecutive sets, drop weekend matchups against Washington State, University of Washington
The volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point against Utah on Oct. 23. The Beavers are 7-13 currently on the season.
‘I didn’t think I would leave that country,’ OSU international athletes share perspectives
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
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
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
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
Ham Creek: Leak
Ham Creek: Leak
Kyle Dernedde swings at a pitch thrown by the Nevada Wolf Pack on Mar 14 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis
Beaver baseball dominates against the recently victorious Nevada Wolf Pack
Daily Life: No More Cheese Before Bed
Daily Life: No More Cheese Before Bed
Ham Creek: Coffee
Ham Creek: Coffee
Shenanigans: Teddy Bears
Shenanigans: Teddy Bears
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
In this photo illustration, Computer Science major Harshini Reddy checks the transfer credit central portal, at Valley Library - Oregon State University on Feb.21
The Firing Lane: College survival and success: something transfer students need to know
A photo illustration of a Oregon State University college degree burning on March 1. Questions are raised of whether a four year college degree is worth the debt that comes along with it in the face of an experience driven employment environment.
Firing Lane: College degrees, a valuable commodity or glorified paper weight?
Under the shade: Death of the snow day
Under the shade: Death of the snow day
Flags of the world in the Memorial Union won Nov. 21. Each flag signifies a nation represented within the student and faculty body at OSU.
Opinión: Para considerarnos un país diverso, necesitamos una poblacion bilingüe
Assistive Technology Manager, Randy Ocampo, shares examples of learning materials that the center has printed in braille in the DAS office on the second floor of the Kerr Administration Building on OSU campus Friday, October 28th. The center has a machine that can print tactile graphics and a 3-D printer, both of which help to provide learning tools for visually impaired students.
How Disability Access Services assists students through their classes
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
Ham Creek: Leak
Ham Creek: Leak
Daily Life: No More Cheese Before Bed
Daily Life: No More Cheese Before Bed
Ham Creek: Coffee
Ham Creek: Coffee
Shenanigans: Teddy Bears
Shenanigans: Teddy Bears
Cats Chronicles: Seeing Queer Love on TV
Cat’s Chronicles: Seeing Queer Love on TV
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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Illustration showing several Christmas trees with one in front decorated with red garlands, white snow a star. There is much debate over when the right time to celebrate Christmas is.

On Our Minds: Decking the halls must wait until after Thanksgiving

Riley LeCocq, Columnist
November 29, 2021

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. The age-old debate between Mariah Carey songs before...

Jen Waters, the executive director of the Whiteside Theatre, located at 361 SW Madison Ave., holding a picture frame of Lillian McElroy, a vaudeville star who is rumored to haunt the organ in the theater. McElroy is only one of a few ghosts that are said to linger around the Whiteside.

Local ghost enthusiasts discuss Corvallis’s most hair-raising haunts

Adam Figgins, News Contributor
October 25, 2021

Rumors say that Corvallis, Ore.’s Whiteside Theatre is home to two commonly-seen ghosts—but the historic theater is not the city’s only haunted place. Over the years, many rumors have spread about...

Corvallis Residents at The Melon Shack located at NE Garden Avenue. The popular attraction spot features a pumpkin patch, haunted corn maze, and fall treats.

COVID-19 and Halloween weekend festivities

Angela Tam, COVID-19 Beat Reporter
October 31, 2020

As fall colors change and Halloween weekend fast approaches, COVID-19 remains as prevalent as ever in the Corvallis community, leaving residents unsure about how to celebrate and city officials stressing...

Candy corn lies sprinkled around a spilled cup of liquid. Drinking occurs at some Halloweekend parties, and the police are encouraging students to make smart choices. 

Halloweekend right around corner, so are police

Zoë Sandvigen, News Contributor
October 28, 2019

Halloweekend, what college students refer to the weekend nearest to Halloween as, is fast approaching as Oregon State University students gear up to take on the festivities. Starting the weekend of Oct....

Drag Show

Drag culture provides a chance to speak out

Jaycee Kalama, News Contributor
October 29, 2018

On Oct. 26, Rainbow Continuum put on the Fall Drag Show at the LaSells Stewart Center. Drag is the adoption of clothing and roles of another gender for the purposes of play, entertainment or eroticism....

(L to R) Wes Walker, Caitlin Garets, and Indiana Laub perform as AFI at the 2016 Corvallis DIY Halloween Cover show. Garets and Laub will be returning to cover The Misfits this year. 

Corvallis DIY celebrates third annual Halloween cover show

Donald Orr, News Contributor
October 25, 2018

Ghosts and ghouls won’t be the only things going bump in the night this Halloween weekend.Corvallis DIY, a punk music community, will celebrate its third annual Halloween cover show Saturday, Oct. 27...

541 Garden Pumpkins

Safety tips for Halloween

Noah Nelson, News Contributor
October 22, 2018

Halloween weekend in Corvallis presents students with the opportunity to take a break from their studies, unwind, and celebrate the holiday. This weekend traditionally sees an increase in many types of...

Baro Editor-in-Chief Lauren Sluss stands outside of the Student Experience Center. 

Letter from the Editor: Minimizing cultural appropriation begins with discussion, education

Lauren Sluss, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2017

Over the past week, the Baro has engaged in multiple discussions about ways to participate in Halloween celebrations safely. However, there is one important aspect of Halloween in which we have not discussed:...

High risk drinking

OSU addresses high risk drinking on college campuses

Madilyn Sturges Multimedia Contributor
November 6, 2016

A town hall meeting looked towards curbing high risk drinking and substance abuse on campus. More than 70 people gathered in the club level room in Reser Stadium Wednesday night to talk about the issues...

The Memorial Union is opening its doors to the Corvallis public to partake in Halloween-themed activities. 

Haunted MU to host Halloween-themed activities

Valerie Maule Multimedia Contributor
October 30, 2016

With this year’s Halloween slowly creeping to an end, it’s still not too late to enjoy some haunted Halloween treats.For the first time ever, the Memorial Union is hosting a Haunted House, from 8 p.m....

Trick or Treat

Trick or treating to benefit the community

Rosie Morehead Multimedia Contributor
October 27, 2016

OSU's Trick or Treating for Canned Goods will collect nonperishable foods and monetary donations for the OSU Food Pantry. Trick or treating does not have to be just for children at Oregon State University....

Blue emergency lights quipped with buttons to alert campus police provide safety measures for students. 

Two sexual assaults reported in past two weeks

Rosie Morehead Multimedia Contributor
October 19, 2016

On Oct. 16, all Oregon State University students were alerted at 5 a.m. that Corvallis Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred in a student’s home close from campus.According to the student-wide...

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