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ASOSU Senate strikes down student union’s ‘living wage’ resolution
ASOSU Senate strikes down student union’s ‘living wage’ resolution
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
Maui wildfire relief drive to be held on campus
Maui wildfire relief drive to be held on campus
ASOSU hosts pop-up shopping event
ASOSU hosts pop-up shopping event
Money
Students and administration hold differing views on the new student account threshold
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
The Pastega Christmas Light Display at 110 SW 53rd St. in Corvallis on Nov. 28, 2023. The event will run through Dec. 31.
Pastega Christmas Light Display seeks new leadership
The Corvallis Daytime Drop-in Center on Nov. 29, 2023.
Corvallis Daytime Drop-in Center fosters community for all
Veteran Rick Staggenborg sits and talks about Veterans for Peace at the Holcomb Center at Oregon State University Nov. 13. Despite not being Jewish himself, Staggenborg has also been looking into opening a chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace in Corvallis.
Local veteran plans to create Jewish Voice for Peace chapter in Corvallis
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
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
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
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)
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
OSU names wide receivers coach Kefense Hynson interim head coach
OSU names wide receivers coach Kefense Hynson interim head coach
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) 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
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
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 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
Raegan Beers (#15) boxes out in the low-post before scoring during the Oregon State University basketball game against Arkansas-Pine Bluff in Corvallis, Oregon, on Monday, November 6, 2023.
Oregon State women’s basketball downs the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions in season opener
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 intramural sports offered to students over the summer created on June 28.
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
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
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
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
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Ice Cream Adventure
Summer is Around the Corner
Summer is Around the Corner
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Mossy Wet Rock Episode 17
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Frog World: The Beetle
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June Sudoku
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June Crossword
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May Sudoku
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May Crossword
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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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Corvallis sees surge in fentanyl seizures, police department says

Corvallis sees surge in fentanyl seizures, police department says

Wes Flow, News Contributor
November 2, 2022

While the Corvallis area has seen an increase in fentanyl over the past few years, the rollout of funding to counter fentanyl has been slow, according to officials.  “Prior to around 2019, counterfeit...

Xan Augerot, commissioner and chair of the Benton Board of Commissioners, discussed her point of view on the decriminalization of drugs in Oregon. Augerot has lived in Oregon for more than 20 years and has been working as a chair of the Benton Board of Commissioners since January of 2017.

Local elected officials react to new drug decriminalization laws

Kelsy Valentine, News Contributor
February 12, 2021

Measure 110 is now in effect across the state of Ore., which decriminalizes small amounts of drugs, leaving local elected officials and law enforcement cautiously optimistic about the measure’s effects. This...

An Official Benton County Ballot Drop Box in front of the Benton County Courthouse on NW Fourth St. Ballots need to be filled out and turned into one of these drop boxes before 8 pm on Nov. 3. More Ballot Drop Box locations can be found on Benton County’s website.

Frequently asked questions: 2020 general election

Haley Daarstad, News Contributor
October 26, 2020

Editor's Note: This story is a part of the 2020 Elections Issue. The Baro has put together this issue to inform Oregon State University and the greater Corvallis, Ore. community about the 2020 Elections....

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