We had a great opportunity to attend the grand opening of the new Native American Long House Friday May 17th.  The building is  named Eena Haws, or "Beaver House" in Chinook.  The new building is located just south of the original Longhouse that was first utilized by students in 1971.

The new Longhouse, designed by Seattle architectural firm Jones & Jones, replaces a World War II-era Quonset hut.

The new structure reflects the shape and style of a traditional Oregon Coast longhouse while respecting the multiple tribal cultures represented at OSU. It was designed and developed in collaboration with Native students at OSU, who provided input and had decision-making roles throughout the entire process.

The Eena Haws provides a great place for students to feel at home, while away from home and is also the first of the cultural centers to reopen their doors in the remodel project.

Longhouse grand opening pictures

Go Beavs!

GG

Recently, Affordable Colleges Online ranked Oregon State as a top affordable college with high return.  Affordable Colleges Online checked data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), Carnegie Classification and Payscale.com data, which leverages surveys from hundreds of thousands of people (employees, employers, job seekers) from the public and private sectors, regarding salary information by school, occupational field, at various points in a career lifecycle.

Oregon State University was one of only four universities in the Pacific Northwest to grace the affordability list with a $279,000 return on academic investment.  Check out the entire list here.

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CYN

This is a great video and article on the creation and history of Benny the Beaver and the legacy that Ken Austin has left here at OSU.  Austin still continues to be a great supporter of Beaver Nation and his recent $10 million donation is going towards the new business building appropriately named Austin Hall.

Austin Hall Construction Progress

Read the Article

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-GG

The Princeton Review analyzes data from the survey about the schools’ course offerings, campus infrastructure, activities and career preparation to measure their commitment to the environment and to sustainability.

“The OSU community has once again demonstrated a high level of interest in and competency around sustainability,” said Brandon Trelstad, OSU’s sustainability coordinator.

The 215-page guide is the only free comprehensive resource of its kind. It can be downloaded at www.princetonreview.com/green-guide and www.centerforgreenschools.org/greenguide.  It does not rank schools hierarchically, but each school’s green score can be found in their school profile on the main site (http://www.princetonreview.com/).

The 322 school profiles in the guide feature essential information for applicants – facts and stats on school demographics, admission, financial aid – plus write-ups on the schools’ specific sustainability initiatives.  A “Green Facts” sidebar reports on a wide range of topics from the school’s use of renewable energy sources, recycling and conservation programs to the availability of environmental studies and career guidance for green jobs.

“The volume and breadth of sustainability related work at this institution is amazing, and fascinatingly diverse,” Trelstad said. “I think what continually sets OSU apart is its broad spectrum of sustainability expertise. This is supported by students who care about global issues and come to OSU to build on that interest.”

Among OSU’s green highlights were an overall waste diversion rate of 42 percent, its numerous sustainability awards, its annual Nonprofit Career Day, and a building policy that ensures students will typically walk no further than 10 minutes across campus for class.

“OSU has a history of creating innovative projects to reduce energy use and meet its goal of climate neutrality by 2024,” the guide states.

The Princeton Review created its “Guide to 322 Green Colleges” in partnership with the Center for Green Schools (www.usgbc.org) at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)), with generous support from United Technologies Corp. (www.utc.com), founding sponsor of the Center for Green Schools.

Go Beavers! Spring practice is well under way and as the team gears up for the new season they will hold a special Spring Game on April 26th at Reser Stadium. Fans can watch the game at 7:00pm PST on the Pac-12 Network or join us in Corvallis to cheer on their favorite team in black & orange.  Oregon State Football will showcase what’s ahead for fall bringing back many returning players, over 302 combined starts, making OSU one of the most experienced teams in the conference.

For more information you can visit our website, glance over the 2013 Spring Prospectus or read about the Ten Things to Watch in Spring Football.

Former OSU basketball star, Gary Payton, is among seven elected players to the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame.  During his time at Oregon State Payton was nicknamed “The Glove” for his skills as a defensive player. In 1990 Payton was the No. 2 pick in the Draft.  He averaged 16.3 points, 6.9 assists and 4.0 rebounds in 17 seasons.  Payton is the all time leader in points,assists, and steals for Oregon State.  After his time at OSU Payton spent the majority of his basketball career with the Seattle SuperSonics.  He was also a member of the US Olympic Team in 1996 and 2000 where they took home gold medals.

GO BEAVS!

-GG

Recently, an article was published by the Wine Spectator showcasing Oregon State’s efforts to recycle pomace; or what is leftover after grapes are harvested and pressed for wine. Yanyun Zhao, a professor here at OSU, is working to transform this waste into baking flour and other sustainable products.  This substitute, both healthy and earth conscience, is just one example of the new developments that are being discovered here in Beaver Nation.  As one of only two schools in the United States that have all four designated grants for land, sea, sun and space; Oregon State University continues to be a top tier research institute allowing students to not just sit in a classroom but be active in their field of study.

To learn more about research opportunities; please visit our website.

-AH

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. Choose one of our three remaining spring visit opportunities and click the corresponding link to register for the event.

Spring Preview | Friday, March 29, 2013 (Spring Break) | LaSells Stewart Center, CH2MHill

Spring Preview | Friday, April 5, 2013 | Memorial Union

Spring Preview | Friday, April 12, 2013 | LaSells Stewart Center, CH2MHill

When you take your tour of OSU; you’ll explore many on-campus housing choices, taste and see what students eat and where they socialize and tour the buildings where your classes will be held. Scope out the recreational options open to you on or near campus. Find that spot that will inspire you to do something great or different.

Come visit and see if OSU fits you and your future.

-AH

This event gave participants the chance to use their creativity to construct clothing made 100% out of recyclable materials.  OSU’s Recycle Fashion Show is part of a competition between various universities through RecycleMania that encourages students to advocate for a waste-free community.

To see clips from last year’s show you can follow this link 2012 Recycle Fashion Show.

-AH

Students, staff, and faculty are invited to take part in this event and celebration.

8 service projects will be offered for the 2013 event addressing diverse issue areas and including various types of projects. This years service projects include Corvallis Parks & Recreation, Habitat for Humanity, Boys & Girls Club, Edible Corvallis Initiative, Stone Soup, Heartland Humane Society, Corvallis Environmental Center, and Oregon State University College Forests. Pre-registration is required. Participants will assemble at McAlexander Fieldhouse between 8:30 and 9am on Saturday January 19th. Continental breakfast and hot tea/coffee will be provided during the check-in process and a hot lunch will be provided upon return to campus between 1pm and 1:30pm. The 2013 MLK Day of Service is sponsored by the Center for Civic Engagement, the Student Events and Activities Center, and HandsOn Willamette.

For the opportunity to participate in one of these service projects on Saturday, January 19th please register at the link below:

http://oregonstate.edu/cce/mlk-day-service-projects

-AS