For updated information as it becomes available, phone 541-737-8000 or visit alert.oregonstate.edu, the university’s emergency information portal.

-cyn

The Office of Admission has announced the Spring Visit program dates for 2012:

Spring Visit | Monday, February 20, 2012

Spring Visit | Friday, March 30, 2012

Spring Visit | Friday, April 6, 2012

Spring Visit | Friday, April 13, 2012

For high school juniors, OSU Spring Visits are a great opportunity to learn the basics about Oregon State University. You’ll spend the day meeting with representatives from key academic and administrative areas, have a chance to tour the campus, and get some time to speak with current OSU students.

For students that have been admitted for fall 2012, there will also be sessions that will discuss the next steps in the enrollment process including financial aid and scholarship awards, paying the Advance Tuition Deposit (ATD), housing choices and the advising and registration process at START programs during the summer. Also, new this year, we will have stations dedicated for families that wish to pay their ATD at the event.

To register for a Spring Visit event, visit http://oregonstate.edu/visitosu/open-house-programs.

-bv

1. Does OSU offer a Psychology degree?

Yes, it is a nationally top ranked psychology program.  At OSU we pride ourselves on the research that is conducted by students/professors and the psychology program is one that really encourages students to participate in psychology based research.

Psychology Degree Info

2. Does OSU have a Nursing Program?

We do not, However we do offer all the prerequisite courses that a student needs to take before applying to nursing school of your choice.  Our Advisors do a great job of working with students interested in applying to a nursing school and making sure they are on track.

Pre-Nursing FAQ

3. Do I have to live on Campus my first year and where can I live?

OSU does not have a first year student live in requirement, it is a personal choice.  Over 80% of first year students choose to live on campus.  Students who live on campus their first year have a higher GPA and it’s a great environment to meet new people and make lifetime connections.

 Housing Info

4. Are you the Beavers or the Ducks?

Home of the Beavers!

5. What is the weather like in Corvallis?

It does tend to be on the rainy side, I myself am from Eastern Oregon so I am used to dry weather with blazing summers and freezing winters.   I would just suggest investing in a good rain coat and boots.  My favorite season was fall because the temperature was in the 60/70’s and all leaves changing colors was amazing to see all around campus.

6. What is there to do in Corvallis?

There is always something going on at OSU/Corvallis.  There are several events, concerts, games going on year round at OSU.  There are over 300 clubs students can be a part of to become more involved on campus or have something fun to do.  Another great thing about OSU is the location.  We are close to the Coast if you want to have a fun beach weekend with friends and also about 90 minutes from Portland for shopping or enjoy the wonders of a big city. For the students interested in nature there are several hiking, biking, and running trail close by.

About Corvallis

7. Do you prefer the SAT or ACT and what is the required score?

It is up to the student whichever one they decide to take.   If you do decide to take the ACT make sure you also take the writing portion. There is no minimum score to apply however when it comes to scholarships your SAT or ACT test score will be taken into consideration, we encourage students to do the best they can.

OSU Admissions Info

 8. Can I study abroad?

Yes, we have over 200 study abroad programs a student can choose from depending on their major.  We have study abroad counselors who can work with students and help find the right program for you.

Study Abroad Info

9. Do you have WUE (Western Undergraduate Exchange)?

For out of state students we do not participate in WUE however we do offer scholarships that are comparable to what WUE would cover.  In order to apply for those you need to have completed your admissions application and turned in all required materials before the February 1^st deadline. We also encourage student to look at over avenues for scholarships like around your community,scholarship websites, and filling out your FAFSA.  For online scholarship resources, you should never have to submit your bank account or credit card number, it may be a scam.

 Financial Aid Info

10. Why should I go to OSU?

We are Oregon’s Research institution, we are one of the only two University’s in the U.S. to have all 4 designation grants which are the Land, Sun, Sea , and Space Grant.  What that means for our students is there are several opportunities for students to get involved in research and great hands on education.  At the end of the day it’s a personal choice and the best way to make the decision is to see what OSU has to offer students for yourself by coming and scheduling a campus visit.

 Schedule a Campus Visit

-GG

One thing that I loved about OSU was the fact that it was very accepting of my being undecided with my major.   Originally I thought I wanted to be an Art Teacher but then through my experiences on campus within housing, it really made me love working with students and making them feel at home within the OSU community. Oregon State University really is a phenomenal educational institution which provides students with tons of resources to becomem the best version of themselves.

This is me with my Linoblock Print I produced to be in our Senior Show.

So now that I am an Admissions Advisor, I am so happy to be able to go travel to Arizona, Utah, Southern and Central Oregon to tell students about all the amazing experiences that Oregon State University has to offer them.

Oregon’s seven public universities are getting ready to kick off the annual Oregon University System Fall Tour! Last year, the tour reached an estimated 20,000 students at over 200 public and private high schools across the state. New to the tour this year is OSU’s Cascades campus.

During the tour, students are able to receive information about the eight different campuses as well as learn and ask questions about financial aid, core college requirements, and other opportunities that are available to them in helping plan their future.

The tour kicks off next Monday, September 26^th and goes through October 28^th. A brief summary of the tour schedule is below. To view the full schedule and contact your county’s admission advisor, visit http://oregonstate.edu/admissions/recruit-map-0.

Week of Sept 26: Beaverton / Hillsboro & Southern Oregon
Week of Oct 3: Eastern Oregon & Central Oregon
Week of Oct 10: Salem & Portland
Week of Oct 17: Portland & Willamette Valley
Week of Oct 24: Eugene & Oregon Coast

In a statement released through OUS, Joe Holliday, the OUS Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Success Initiatives stated that “The fall tour is a truly a remarkable collaboration between all of our campus admissions personnel and Oregon high schools. High school students and counselors value and appreciate the events and face-to-face conversations with admissions staff, and the admissions reps do a great job expanding students’ awareness of the wide variety of diverse and quality programs our public universities offer. Many high school students don’t know just how many opportunities they have right here in Oregon.”

GO BEAVS!
-kg

New Student Convocation (from Synergies - news from the Colleg of Public Health & Human Sciences)

One of the biggest events that will take place is the New Student Convocation on Tuesday, September 20^th at 4pm at Gill Coliseum. Gathering at the Memorial Union at 3:15 pm, students will walk as parents and families watch on with their academic department from the MU to Gill Coliseum the same walk they will make at Commencement mirroring its importance and significance. After the walk and convocation welcoming ceremony, the OSU community is invited to the New Student Picnic from 5:00pm-8:00pm in the MU Quad. Dinner tickets are $7 and can be purchased at an OSU dining center. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact New Student Programs & Family Outreach at 541-737-7627. I participated in Convocation and volunteered at the New Student Picnic last year and it was tons of fun!

OSU has a Multicultural CONNECT schedule of events. Some activities include dinner, workshops, and social events. So whether you are a student or an OSU community member, please join us in welcoming students to campus either as a participant or a volunteer. GO BEAVS!

-AG

On behalf of us that had the pleasure of working the Hawaii START program, mahalo nui loa to Punahou School and its staff for hosting our program, assisting on site in the labs and meeting rooms, and to all the great OSU alumni, OSU parents and current OSU students from Hawaii who took their Saturday to help us get 78 students one step closer to their college dream.

(Photo credit: Brock McLeod and Susan Goya)
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Here are the START sessions that are still open for First Year Students:

July 10-11: Sun.-Mon.   *This session includes our START bilingual program, where our welcome session and family program are offered in both Spanish and English.

July 14-15: Thurs.-Fri.

July 18-19: Mon.-Tues.

July 21-22: Thurs.-Fri.

July 25-26: Mon.-Tues.

August 28-29: Sun.-Mon.

Here are the START sessions that are still open for Transfer Students:

June 29: Wednesday

July 13: Wednesday

July 29: Friday

August 30: Tuesday

Remember to register for one of these sessions soon because they will continue to fill up over the next few weeks! These START sessions are a time for students to get familiar with campus and register for their first term of classes.

-AS

It’s time for OSU students to choose their 2011-12 living options. We suggest applying for housing as soon as possible. Students wanting to live off campus are finding a tight rental market with a vacancy rate of about 1%. However, there are still many great options available for on-campus housing, including Halsell Hall, designed for upper-division students, and the new International Living Learning Center (ILLC) which opens in September, 2011.

Halsell hall is a great opportunity for returning students, as it is home to the Upper-division Experience (20 years-old and up) and Gender Inclusive Living programs, in an apartment-style living environment. This means students can choose to live in a room with any other student they wish including any gender identification.
Students and their suitemates have increased privacy and amenities with a shared living room/common area, private bathrooms, and a kitchenette. In Halsell students can connect with other residents of similar interests and values while enjoying the convenience of on-campus living.
An exciting new living option is the new ILLC opening on the southside of campus this fall. Domestic and international residents can have an international experience without ever leaving Corvallis. The ILLC will be a global village on campus, with about 50% of the residents representing many countries in Southeast Asia and beyond. In addition to program offering, there will be opportunities to pair up with language partners, cook meals together and engage with people different from yourself.
Each domestic student will be paired with an international roommate, and each room will share a bathroom with another room. Students can select to share a suite with a domestic friend and share the experience of living with international roommates.
Apply for on-campus housing today! Visit us online at oregonstate.edu/uhds or call 541-737-4771.

2011 PRIDE Week - Powered by Rainbow

It’s that fabulous time of the year again…PRIDE WEEK!  This year’s PRIDE theme, Powered by Rainbow, cleverly plays off of OSU’s Powered by Orange campaign.  OSU’s PRIDE is a celebration of our LGBTQQIA (Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Questioning Intersex Ally) community.

PRIDE kicked off yesterday with a very delicious brunch that celebrated the beginning of this week long adventure.  There will be a record breaking amount of activities to participate in during this week.  Some of the program highlights will be: Dan Savage, co-creator of a campaign called “It Gets Better”, will be speaking tonight, Out on Greek Row presentation, Multi-Generational Queer Panel and my personal favorite, the all student Drag Show on Friday, May 13^th.  Please check out the full schedule below or click here for the list of events.

Powered by Rainbow – 2011 Pride Week Schedule of Events

Sunday, May 8
Pride Brunch 2011: Powered by Rainbow 10:30am-12:30pm Alumni Center Ballroom
Candlelight vigil 8:00pm-9:00pm MU Quad

Monday, May 9
Tabling in the MU Quad 10:00am-3:00pm MU Quad
Opening BBQ 10:00am-3:00pm MU Quad
Coming Out 101 3:00pm-4:00pm MU 206
Rainbow Continuum Meeting 5:00pm-6:00pm Women’s Center
Dan Savage 6:30pm-9:00pm La Sell’s Stewart Center

Tuesday, May 10
Tabling in the Quad 10:00am-3:00pm MU Quad
HIV Rapid Testing 10:00am-3:00pm Snell 536
Guess the Het 12:00pm-2:00pm MU 206
Make Your Own Sex Toys 12:00pm-2:00pm MU (TBA)
Queer YOUR Health! 12:00pm-2:00pm MU 206
The Astrology of Being Queer 5:00pm-7:00pm MU 208
Out on Greek Row 7:00pm-9:00pm Owen 102
The Genderfellator Film Screening: An Evening with Feminist Pornographer Tobi Hill-Meyer 7:00pm-9:00pm MU Council Room

Wednesday, May 11
Tabling in the Quad 10:00am-3:00pm MU Quad
Two Spirit People 12:00pm-2:00pm MU Quad
Against the Binary: Privilege & Gender Identity 3:00pm-4:00pm MU 208
Crossing the Border: Documentation, Immigrants, and LGBT People 4:00pm-5:00pm MU 206
LGBT/Faculty Staff Kneads Assessment 5:00pm-10:30pm Crop Science Building 026
Multi-Generational Queer Panel 5:30pm-7:00pm MU 206

Thursday, May 12
Tabling in the Quad 10:00am-3:00pm MU Quad
I Love my Queer Body! 11:00am-12:00pm MU 206
Live Homosexual Acts! 12:00pm-2:00pm MU Quad
Queer Abstinence! 2:00pm-3:30pm MU 206
PFLAG Panel 3:00pm-4:00pm MU 208
Don’t Be a Drag, Just Be a Queen/King! 4:00pm-6:00pm Women’s Center
All the Colors of the Rainbow: An Art Exhibition on Multiculturalism and Sexuality 6:00pm-9:00pm MU MLK Room

Friday, May 13
Tabling in the Quad10:00am-3:00pm MU Quad
Lube Event 12:00pm-2:00pm MU Quad
Drag Show 7:00pm-11:30pm MU Ballroom

Want to learn more about our marvelous LGBTQQIA community?  Click here to direct you to the Pride Center website.

Thanks to the Rainbow Continuum for all their hard work organizing yet another amazing PRIDE!

Thanks for reading…CYN

Go Beavs!

Thanks for reading…CYN

Here are some pictures I snapped. Who can name all the different varieties? Hope you enjoy!

dc

Oregon State University’s Online Services is currently unavailable due to technological problems. IT staff are in the process of resolving the issue and will have it up and running as soon as possible. If you are trying to register for START and are unable to, this is why. We apologize for any inconvenience and will post another blog to announce when the problems have been resolved.

May 2, 2011 @ 1:30pm UPDATE: ONLINE SERVICES IS UP AND WORKING
Go Beavs!

-AG

Year in review (I’m a bit behind). Great context for this upcoming class nonetheless.

-bv

College Goal Oregon is a free event designed to help Oregon college-bound students and their families with the financial aid application process. These events are open to everyone and financial aid professionals will even be there to help attendees complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Oregon Student Assistance Commission (OSAC) scholarship application. 

If you can’t attend one of these events there are still other opportunities for you to learn about the financial aid process. College Goal Oregon hosts FAFSA Fridays that are free monthly online training webinarsfor Oregon college-bound students and their parents.

To learn more about one of these events or find an event near you go to http://collegegoaloregon.gov.

DRC Main Entrance

What draws students and community members to Dixon Recreation Center (DRC) are the broad activities that are available.  Specifically getting into shape, places like the lower and upper courts are a host to pick up games such as; basketball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, pickle ball and anything else imaginable. If racquetball, squash or wallyball is more your style, there’s about nine courts dedicated to such sports!

DRC Weight Room 1

If bulking up is on the list of things to do this 2011, Dixon has not one but two weight rooms to achieve strength goals.  Weight Room 1 is a larger space that has selectorized weight equipment, plate-loaded weight equipment, a variety of free weights and benches. Equipment choices include Cybex, Magnum, Ivanko and Irongrip.  For a space that is a little more private, Weight Room 2 can also be an excellent spot to hit the free motion weight equipment.  Students looking for a little guidance on a weights routine have access to a personal partner training.  This program allows two students to go through a personal training session together. With partner training, the trainer can design a program that is both catered to the students’ goals while flexible enough to be continued in the future.

DRC Cardio Room 1

Similar to the weight rooms, Dixon has two cardio rooms and a running track to enjoy getting back in shape.  The cardio rooms are very unique and first of its kind.  Why you ask?  Here is an article from the Oregonian describing OSU’s cardio exercise equipment:

Oregon State University is harnessing the energy the machines can generate and converting it to electricity to feed back into the power grid.
It is among the first universities in the United States to do so.
With new technology developed by a Florida firm, Oregon State has retrofitted 22 elliptical exercise machines in its student fee-funded Dixon Recreation Center and already is collecting the power produced by students.

DRC Lap Pool in Steven’s Natatorium

For students looking to hit the pool, can swim or find sanctuary in Steven’s Natatorium (Dixon Pool).  Water in the lap swim pool, dive well and hot tub are all heated to perfection; 81.5 degrees, 83 degrees and 104 in the 16 person hot tub.  The lap pool is available during the duration of the day with lanes divided by, slow, medium all the way to fast.  Also, the Natatorium is home to the amazing Division I; Pac 10 Women’s Swimming team.

DRC Climbing Center

Another alluring amenity in Dixon is the breath taking climbing center.  It is the tallest college climbing facility in the Pacific Northwest, 42.5 ft tall and is highly used by our OSU community.  The multi pitched climbing surface caters to a broad spectrum of climbing abilities and variety of  functions; bouldering cave, hang boards, universally accessible rappel station, cracks, arêtes and overhangs.  Click here to take you to pictures from the 2009 Vertical Festival held in the lovely climbing center.

Lastly, Dixon Recreation (including Rec Sports) is the second largest student employer on OSU’s campus.  In fact, my first job at OSU was working at Dixon Café for two glorious years.  Click here to explore student employment at Dixon.

There is so much more Dixon Recreation Center provides anyone seeking to recharge, rejuvenate, revamp, get buff, or similarly to feel physically better!  Click here to check out Dixon for yourself or here to join there facebook page.

Thanks for reading,
CYN

Deadlines are fast approaching and a few exciting opportunities are coming up as well.  College Goal Oregon  is an opportunity for students and parents/guardians to receive assistance in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  The Oregon Student Assistance Commission (OSAC) is a great resource for finding scholarships for Oregon residents.

Here is a listing of upcoming deadlines:

Application deadline for scholarship consideration:  February 1^st

FAFSA: February 28th

College Goal Oregon 2011: January 15, 22 and 29^th

OSAC application deadline for Early bird review: February 16^th
OSAC application final deadline: March 1^st

Advanced Tuition Deposit (ATD) deadline: May 1st

Several of the departmental scholarships also have approaching deadlines. You will want to check with your individual college to check deadlines and availability.

Now is a great time to apply for housing and start searching for the perfect roommate! You should also consider scheduling a visit to campus.

-EVA

“Meeting people from other areas, like in Hogwarts, Gryffindors meet Hufflepuffs, and Slytherins, and Ravenclaws and here you’ve got a Business major who is meeting with Forestry majors and Engineers and Pre-Meds. You get to meet a whole bunch of different people who have really different interests, but you find out you have a lot in common anyway.”

Harry Potter and his wizarding world have also had other transitions into the Muggle world within the last few years with the exploding popularity of Quidditch, a fictional sport played on flying brooms. The International Quidditch Association held the fourth annual Quidditch World Cup in New York November 13-14. Oregon State University is on the list of Quidditch teams being currently formed.

So Harry Potter fans, OSU might be your very own Hogwarts-complete with courses, Quidditch, a Beaver House scarf, and a building that would fit right in at Hogwarts.

Waldo Hall has a Hogwarts feel

-AG

Oregon State University faculty, staff and students participate in a choreographed Bollywood dance to promote diversity awareness on campus.
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From University Housing and Dining Services:

OSU students looking for housing for the Fall 2010 term can still apply to live on campus in the residence halls. Please apply online via MyUHDS or contact the UHDS central office staff at 541.737.4771 for questions.

-bv

Food@OSU introduces Orange Rewards. Join the newly created Orange Rewards program and your OSU ID card will give you a 10% discount at all 28 campus restaurants, coffee shops, and markets. Get started by making an initial deposit of $100 on your OSU ID card account.

At first glance, this program may seem to make more sense for faculty and staff, and on campus residents are already part of the dining program. But here are some advantages for everyone!

Students can use Orange Rewards at any Food@OSU location on campus

Off-campus students, transfer students, non-traditional students, and those who split their time between LBCC and OSU could make excellent use of this program.

-JM

Yesterday marked the first time OSU’s class of 2014 made the symbolic walk from the Memorial Union Quad to Gill Coliseum. This is the same walk that many of these students will be taking in four years during commencement. Also called “The New Student Walk”, students gather by their declared college and march to Gill Coliseum to listen to an official academic welcome by Larry Roper, Vice Provost of Student Affairs and even OSU President Ed Ray. The walk and convocation is a way to welcome the new students to the campus. This is just one piece of the excitement that is CONNECT week. The full schedule is located on the New Student Programs and Family Outreach page. -EVA

Larry Roper, President Ed Ray, ASOSU President Andrew Struthers, and Dick Weinman

So, the day has finally arrived and you are headed for your freshman year at Oregon State. You have decided, in concert with your parents, to participate in Greek recruitment (rush). With 45 chapters and 1900 students, Greek recruitment may feel a bit overwhelming. To help you enjoy the process, I have some success tips to help you make an informed decisions. So here goes:

1) Develop some questions that you will ask the chapters you visit. It is important that you recruit the chapter as much as they recruit you. Questions such as, “What is your scholarship support program?” and “What are your new member requirements?” and “What about intramural sport teams and community service?”
2) Get a clear picture of the time commitment. There is always a minimum number
of hours you will need to invest to be successful.
3) Clarify the cost to join. Be sure to ask about incidental fees like Dads Weekend,
and other special events,
4) Talk with your parents about your interest to join and answer any of their
questions.
5) Relax and enjoy yourself. Greek life is work but even the work is fun.

These success tips will help you navigate fraternity/sorority recruitment and insure that you are making an informed decision. The Greek community at Oregon State is an outstanding community with much to offer. If you, or your parents, have any questions, please feel free to contact me at bob.kerr (at) oregonstate.edu. Or, call me at 541-737-3660.

Welcome to Oregon State and I look forward to enjoying your participation in the OSU Greek community.

Sincerely,

Bob Kerr
Coordinator of Greek Life
Oregon State University

If you are interested in participating in Greek recruitment this fall, visit http://greeks.oregonstate.edu and select ‘fraternities’ or ‘sororities’ depending upon your gender.

-bv

Some cool giveaways for students including a year-long parking pass!

Join Beaver Nation for a first-of-its-kind rally in Portland’s Pioneer Square at noon on September 17!

-BV

College Goal Oregon FAFSA Webinar
Friday, August 27, 2010
Free Help with Financial Aid Applications

Eugene OR– College-bound students and their parents who have yet to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can receive help by participating in a FAFSA webinar hosted by the Oregon Student Assistance Commission.

Financial aid experts will be available online at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 27, 2010.

The FAFSA determines eligibility for need-based federal, state, and campus-based financial aid programs, including the Oregon Opportunity Grant. Students are encouraged to file their FAFSA as soon as possible to increase their chances of funding for federal aid to attend college.

To register, email contactus@AspireOregon.org.

Students should include their parent/guardian, if possible, and have on hand both their own and their parent(s) most recent completed federal income tax return; current value of assets, including cash, checking, savings, investments, and value of business/farm, if any; social security numbers (including parents or guardians); driver’s license (if any); and alien registration card (if you are not a U.S. citizen).

Visit the website for more information at www.CollegeGoalOregon.org.

College Goal Oregon is part of the national College Goal Sunday program to help students access millions of available financial aid dollars. In 2009, over 2,400 Oregon students and 310 volunteers participated in College Goal Oregon at 28 sites. The event partners with the Oregon Student Assistance Commission, NELA Center for Student Learning, Oregon Assoc. of Student Financial Aid Administrators, and YMCA and receives support from The Lumina Foundation for Education. For more information about College Goal Oregon, visit: www.CollegeGoalOregon.org.

-JM

If you would like to ask Kegan a question, pop on over to the Facebook page and hit him up!

-JM

“I always knew a lot of people expect us [Latinos] to go to a community college,” Ms. Gonzalez said in an interview recently. “I wanted a full experience of going to a four-year college.”

Check this video which features Doris talking about her experiences in trying to get into college prep coursework:

Doris came to OSU through help from the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) at Oregon State University. She is currently serving as an intern in the office of U.S. Congresswoman Judy Chu of California.

Keep up the good work, Doris! You make OSU proud!

-JM

Oregon State University has been named a Best Buy School in the upcoming edition of “The Fiske Guide to Colleges” for 2011.

The revised and updated 2011 edition features more than 300 colleges and universities, and names 45 institutions – 21 public and 24 private – as Best Buys. These institutions fall into the inexpensive or moderate price category with four- or five-star academic ratings.

Best Buy schools are named according to the quality of a

cademic offerings in relation to the cost of attendance.

“The Fiske Guide to College” accepts no consulting, advertising, or other fees from colleges and has no outside relationship with colleges working on its behalf.

Fiske Best Buy College 2011

Also, “The Fiske Guide to Colleges” named OSU as “Best Buy College” a few years ago.  Below is a brief look at the guide’s review of OSU in 2009.

“In the face of today’s skyrocketing tuition rates, students and families in all economic circumstances are looking for ways to get the best value for their education dollar,” read the guide. “Fortunately, there are some bargains to be found in higher education; it just takes a bit of shopping around with a little guidance along the way.”

In the guide’s lengthy entry on OSU, it notes that “OSU “is strong in many departments, including biotechnology, forestry and engineering. Says one satisfied freshman, ‘If you are looking for a college that is close-knit and has a friendly college town, OSU is the place to go!’”

As always…thanks for reading.
CYN

Just wanted to let those of you who are planning pay your ATD or complete any other transactions, Admissions related or otherwise, that our payment gateway will be down for a planned outage. The outage will last from June 30th, 2010 at 11:00 am PDT to July 1st, 2010 at 5:00 pm PDT. During this time period, you will not be able to complete any credit card or electronic check transactions. If you attempt to log in, you will encounter the following message:

Web payment is unavailable at this time due to system maintenance. We anticipate web payment being available again soon. During this time frame, you can work on your admission application, but you will not be able to submit completed applications until the upgrade is finished. Thank you for your patience.

Please let us know if you have questions!

-JM

Oh, and don’t forget to send any IB/AP scores and college work that you would like applied to your record as well.

We can’t wait to see you this fall!

-JM