PRIDE Corvallis is a group of community members dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ community of Corvallis and surrounding areas. We are excited to be hosting Corvallis’ first ever PRIDE event this June. We see PRIDE in Corvallis as an important step in moving away from seeing each other in terms of “straight” or “gay”, but rather as a place where we can remember that we are each others’ friends, neighbors, family, and loved ones.
PRIDE Corvallis is a non-profit supported by PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) of Corvallis and Albany.
You can see the weekend’s events on their web site including parade information. There is a nice article in the G-T about the dynamic duo.
The Admissions office supports the efforts of these alums in reaching out to the greater community!
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Included in the feature on the front of today’s Oregonian – “Top grads have the brains but lack the bucks” — are some extraordinary statistics, uncovered by the Oregonian in its survey of”456 valedictorians and straight-A seniors at 97 metro-area public and private high schools”:
Top college choices Oregon State (50)
University of Oregon (37)
University of Washington (22)
George Fox (16)
University of Portland (14)
In an accompanying article, Berenise Delgado, a valedictorian from Roosevelt High School in Portland, talks of her dream to attend OSU to be an engineer but the challenges of affording that dream. Oregon State’s ‘Bridge to Success‘ program is designed for those in state students who struggle with college costs.
From the article:
If she has to, she says, she’ll try to take out loans. “Whatever it takes, I’m going to college.”
Late last week, Delgado learned that she’s been awarded a series of grants and scholarships that will allow her to attend Oregon State and even cover the cost of books.
“I’m ready,” she says after looking over the paperwork.
Berenise Delgado-future OSU Beaver; photo courtesy of The Oregonian
Miss Delgado, we are ready for you. Welcome to Oregon State!
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Addendum 12:19pm- Looks like we get some pretty good non-residents as well.
MICHIGAN CITY – Marquette Catholic High School as named 10 Summa Cum Laude seniors, all with a cumulative GPA of 4.0 or higher…Belinda Ng, daughter of Yam Ng, Michigan City, and Sook Ng, Michigan City, will attend Oregon State University to major in apparel design and business.
Memberships and Participation: National Honor Society, dance team, captain, Blazer Award, tennis, French Club vice president, NYLC, volunteer with St. Stan’s volleyball team, drama club, major role in spring musical ‘09 and fall play ‘08.
Although the OSU chapter had previously won the regional award, this was their first time capturing the national Chapter of the Year Award, which came with a $1,000 prize.
In the competition, students from MANRRS chapters from around the United States submitted written reports and gave 30-minute presentations detailing the accomplishments of their chapter. Among the accomplishments of OSU’s MANRRS group was the annual “Wardrobe Makeover.” This event, a partnership with Campbell’s Cleaners and other student groups on campus, provides clean, second-hand business clothes at very low cost for students who will be facing job interviews and entering the business work force.
MANRRS is a national organization that involves students from grade school to graduate school in programs related to agriculture and natural resources. It reaches out to groups such as ethnic minorities, international students, and urban residents who may not have access to similar rural programs, according to faculty adviser Wanda Crannell.
According to Kris Winter, Director of New Student Programs and Family Outreach, the START program registrations are running well ahead of last year at this time.
So if you have been admitted and paid or are exempt from paying the Advance Tuition Deposit (ATD), you better register for START soon. Paying the ATD is the way to get invited to START.
Look for these fine folks (your START leaders) in the last issue of The Orange & Black magazine.
Vose second graders Abigail Figueroa, from left, Helen Caldillo, Tyler Rench, front, Sergio Correa and Carlos Padilla wear matching Oregon State shirts to their school’s annual college awareness assembly. Vose Elementary students, many of whom are low income, began raising money last year to give a $1000 college scholarship to a graduating senior who had attended Vose. When the public caught wind of their kindness, they were able to offer two scholarships.
Congratulations to the scholarship recipients Eurie Hwang and Anthony Amsberry. Amsberry is planning to attend Oregon State University.
To the students, staff and supporters of Vose Elementary: These scholarships have helped two students go to college. Through your own personal goals, leadership roles, adversity, community service, systemic challenges and creativity, your kindness, generosity, hard work, and determination have shined through. These are important lessons in life that take many people a lifetime to acheive and we applaud you in doing so at such a young age. Keep up the great work and thank you for being a shining example to us all.
***Vose Elementary School plans to continue its scholarship program annually. For more information or to donate, call teacher Karen Harger at 503-672-3590.***
Sadly, Jack Yoshihara who attended the ceremony to receive his honorary degree has passed away. On behalf of the the Oregon State University community, I would like to extend our sincere condolences to Jack’s friends and family. He will be greatly missed. Below you see Jack’s obituary from the Oregonian, a photo with former OSU Japanese American Student Association President Kristen Atebara from the Gazette Times, as well as a short video with footage from last year’s honorary degree commencement activities of former ASOSU President talking about Jack and the experience of the executive order internment announcement.
Jack Yoshihara, a longtime Portland resident, passed away on April 20, 2009, in Seattle. He was born in Okayama, Japan on May 1, 1921, and emigrated with his parents from Japan.
A graduate of Benson High School, he attended Utah and Oregon State Universities. Jack received an honorary degree from OSU on June 14, 2008, due to his internment at Minidoka Relocation Center, Idaho, during his college years. He was a member of the 1942 Oregon State Rose Bowl team, but did not play due to wartime travel restrictions. Jack worked in refrigeration, and retired as a member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 235. He was an active participant in judo, kendo, sumo, fishing, mushroom hunting and excelled in football. Working in his garden, grooming his bonsai trees and wood carving also provided enjoyment. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Masuda. Jack recently remarried and moved to Edmonds, Wash., where he is survived by his wife, Mary Arai; her daughter, Stephanie Ulstein of Bellevue, Wash.; sister, Misa Minagi of Portland; son, Jay Yoshihara of Portland; daughter, Lynn Kanaya of Gig Harbor, Wash.; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. There will be no service, as his spirit will be kept alive by many kind thoughts. Remembrances may be sent to the Oregon State Beaver Athletic Student Fund or the Ikoi No Kai Senior Hot Lunch Program in Portland.
[photo from The Gazette Times]
Former ASOSU President talks about Jack and the executive order announcement of the internment.
The Rainbow Continuum is proud to present the 2009 Queer Pride Celebration, happening this week, Sunday May 10th through Friday May 15th. There are a lot of events going on this week including a freedom of expression wall, an LGBT Family Night, a BBQ, and a drag show. You can find complete details and descriptions about the activities on The Rainbow Continuum website.
The Rainbow Continuum is a student-fee funded organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning, and intersex (LGBTQQI) students, and our allies at Oregon State University. As a social and educational group the Rainbow Continuum strives to create a welcoming and safe space for diverse communities to interact with and relate to one another; educate OSU about the experiences of the LGBTQQIA community; and refer students to the network of support structures and resources available to the LGBTQQIA community at OSU.
I know that Oregon State University prides itself in the fact it is rated 5/5 stars on the LGBT-Friendly Campus Climate Index. What I thought was interesting was that on their list of 171 schools, there are only twelve colleges/universities in the nation and one of only four institutions on the west coast that received the top honor.
Students in the Educational Opportunities Program, Student Support Services, and College Assistance Migrant Program take a moment to celebrate their scholastic achievements during the Honor Roll Reception held in April. Check out the photos that I got from Sheila Roberts, an Advisor in the Educational Opportunities Program. (Thanks, Sheila!) To all students honored: OSU is proud of you and your accomplishments! Congratulations!
In addition to the photos, check out the departments’ websites for more information on their programs and services.
The Educational Opportunities Program (EOP) was created at Oregon State University in 1969 to provide support for historically underserved students. These include students of color, older than average students, students with disabilities, students who are single parents, low-income students, students who have been rurally isolated, veterans, older-than-average (25+), 1st generation in college (neither parent graduated), or any student whose life experiences have impacted their access to education.
Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded TRIO Program designed to motivate and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes six outreach and support programs targeted to serve and assist low-income, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to postbaccalaureate programs.
The College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) is a federally-funded program designed to support students whose history includes migrant/seasonal agricultural work. The program provides financial and academic support to first-year freshman students with the goal of preparing them for further success in college.
Right there up with Starbucks and Whole Foods, Oregon State University tops the EPA’s list of the biggest green power buyers in the nation. There are only five institutions of higher education on the list. Check it out here!
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