OSU has been committed to be active stewards of the planet through sustainable practices for countless years. One such practice happens right here in the Office of Admissions by printing materials in an environmentally responsible fashion. For several years, the Office of Admissions has been printing materials on FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) approved methods with [...]
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Environmental Stewards by Practice
Friday, May 18th, 2012Earth Week
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012This week is Earth Week at OSU! The Student Sustainability Initiative and Campus Recycling are the primary sponsors and organizers of this year’s event. There was an Earth Week Community Fair held on Tuesday where over 50 campus and community groups were present. There are still many events that will be held this week such [...]
Princeton Review Named Oregon State a Green College
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012The Princeton Review partnered with the U.S. Green Building Council and released their third annual edition of a guidebook showcasing North America’s most environmentally responsible “green colleges.” The list profiles 322 different schools in the United States and Canada “that demonstrate notable commitments to sustainability in their academic offerings, campus infrastructure, activities and career [...]
Healthy growth continues at Oregon State
Friday, March 9th, 2012Recently, the Oregon Legislature approved bonds for three capital projects at Oregon State. The Student Experience Center is slated to replace the aging Snell Hall and will house student organizations and accommodate student events. This project is also student-fee funded so Oregon State students are investing in this project. The concept includes a new outdoor [...]
OSU Ranked No. 4 in Green Power!
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012The EPA recently released their list of green power usage amongst the Top 20 Colleges and Universities in the nation, as reported by Sustainable Business Oregon. OSU came in 4th in the nation behind the University of Pennsylvania, Carnegie Mellon University, and the University of Utah. Oregon State uses a combination of biogas, biomass, solar, [...]
Campus Will be Closed on Friday, January 20th
Thursday, January 19th, 2012Oregon State University’s main campus will be closed on Friday, January 20 due to continued flooding, road closures, and possible additional dangerous conditions as rivers and creeks crest during the next 12 to 24 hours. We apologies for the inconvenience and please travel safely. For updated information as it becomes available, phone 541-737-8000 or visit [...]
Powered by Green?!
Friday, July 29th, 2011According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s Top 20 College & University list of green power purchasers, OSU is the second-largest purchaser of green power. By purchasing renewable energy certificates, the environmental benefits created by the facility directly offset the environmental impact of the university’s conventional energy use. Last year, OSU offset about 56% of its [...]
OSU Alumni involved in amazing work
Thursday, July 21st, 2011The Orange Tour!!
Monday, June 27th, 2011From June 22nd – 30th, three OSU representatives will tour the state, visiting all 36 counties, as part of the 100 year celebration of OSU’s Extension Services. The tour will be “stopping in at Extension County offices, local businesses, farms, and community hubs to award businesses and individuals with Community Impact Awards. OSU Extension [...]
Recyclemania!
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011One more way OSU is working to recycle. Join the Recyclemania events. GO BEAVS! -BV
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