Heroic Beavers Contain Oil Spill

March 27th, 2013

Willard Bay, north of Salt Lake City, Utah, was saved from a Chevron fuel spill by none other than a beaver dam! Two beavers were pulled from the area and are credited for keeping the oil spill from spreading into a nearby reservoir.

The American beavers are receiving medical care at the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Northern Utah. Since the accident, 4 more beavers have been rescued and taken to the rehabilitation center. You can check the progress of the beavers’ recovery on the rehabilitation center’s facebook page.

Such a heartwarming story of real life beavers!

To read more: http://news.discovery.com/animals/heroic-beavers-save-salt-lake-city-130321.htm

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2013 Commencement Speaker Announced

March 27th, 2013

The 2013 Oregon State University Commencement speaker has been announced! It is with great honor that we welcome Brigadier Gen. Julie A. Bentz as our commencement speaker on Saturday, June 15th.

Bentz, director of strategic capabilities policy on the National Security Council, is a 1986 graduate of Oregon State University, where she received an ROTC commission and earned a degree in radiological health. She is the first female officer from the Oregon Army National Guard to achieve the rank of general. She currently advises President Obama on national security issues in Washington D.C.

“Gen. Bentz has played an integral role in advising the United States about security matters – and especially nuclear defense strategies and implications – since Sept. 11, 2001,” said OSU President Edward J. Ray. “Her journey from a small town in Oregon, to Oregon State University, and on to national prominence will provide a compelling message for our graduates.”

For more information on the 2013 Commencement at Oregon State University please visit the commencement website: http://oregonstate.edu/events/commencement/general-information

Go Beavers!

-AS

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Oregon State Athletics

March 26th, 2013

Go Beaver Athletics!

Oregon State athletics has been pretty busy this spring.  The wrestling team just finished their season over the weekend at the NCAA Championships in Iowa.  The Beavers brought back three All-Americans; Taylor Meeks (4th), Scott Sakaguchi (5th), and RJ Pena (5th).  All three return next year.  The team placed 8th overall, their best finish since 1996.

While the wrestling team was in Iowa, the Women’s gymnastics team competed in the Pac-12 championships here in Corvallis.  At the end of the weekend the team title stayed in Corvallis, this was the team’s second Pac -12 title in three years.  The 10th ranked Beavers now prepare for the NCAA regional championship next month.

On the diamond, the baseball team is off to another hot start.  They are ranked 3rd in the nation and have a 21-2 record.  Not to be out done by the baseball team, the softball team is ranked 23rd and has a 23-6 record as they prepare to open up Pac-12 play.  It’s an exciting time to be a Beaver fan.

Let’s go Beavers!

Vz

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Oregon State University at PNACAC College Fairs

March 26th, 2013

Oregon State University at PNACAC College Fairs

Want to learn more about Oregon State University but you don’t have the time to visit Corvallis?  Well you don’t have to worry because the PNACAC College Fairs are for you.  Oregon State University will be in Boise, Seattle, and Portland this spring for your convenience.  This is a great opportunity for you seniors to get those final questions answered before you make your decision.  Juniors, this is great time start learning about great academic programs at Oregon State University.  Come meet with Gina in Boise, Alex in Seattle, and with both Victor and Alex in Portland.  See you there!

Boise PNACAC College Fair

Location:  Boise State University, Student Union Bldg.
Date:    Saturday, March 16, 2013
Time:   Noon – 3 pm

Seattle PNACAC College Fair

Location:  Seattle University, Connelly Center

Date:  Saturday, April 20, 2013
Time:  Noon – 3 pm
Portland PNACAC College Fair
Location:  University of Portland, The Chiles Center
Date:    Sunday, April 21, 2013
Time:   Noon – 3 pm
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Tuition Equity, HB2787

March 25th, 2013

Thursday, the Oregon Senate voted to pass HB 2787 (known as the Tuition Equity bill). In anticipation of the eventual passage of Oregon House Bill 2787, we have been meeting to iron out the processing implications of this new and exciting legislation. As soon as Governor Kitzhaber signs the bill into law (which is expected), we will post to this blog and to our web site specific instructions on how impacted students can proceed.

For students/families who may need to communicate in Spanish, please have them contact our bilingual staff listed below.

Victor Zamora (541) 737-3430 direct / (800)291-4192
Gina Galaviz (541) 737-0963 direct / (800) 291-4192

 

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National Spring College Fairs

March 25th, 2013

Spring is here!

For seniors in high school, it is that time of year where graduation is just around the corner and making a college decision is even closer. Now is also the time for juniors and sophomores to begin their college search. While Oregon State University has many events happening on campus for students to visit, many of us in the Office of Admissions will also be on the road spreading the good word of Beaver Nation to students and their families at high school visits and college fairs around the western half of the U.S. These are great opportunities to ask questions to help you make those final decisions or to gather information as you start your college search process.

Below is more information on the Spring 2013 National Association for College Admission Counseling fairs that OSU will be present at. If we are in your neighborhood, please be sure to stop by and learn more about OSU. Before attending, be sure to pre-register for the college fair. These are “scanner” fairs, meaning instead of filling out all those cards to get more information, you simply register, print out a bar code and let us scan away! Also, be sure to check out our recruit map for other upcoming visits in your area.

NACAC Spring College Fairs

Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX – Monday, April 8th

Austin, TX – Tuesday, April 9th

Houston, TX – Thursday, April 12th

San Francisco – Saturday, April 20th

Honolulu, HI – Monday, April 22nd

Ventura/Tri-County – Tuesday, April 23rd

Greater Los Angeles – Thursday, April 25th

Orange County – Sunday, April 28th

San Diego – Tuesday, April 30th

Island Empire – Thursday, May 2nd

 

Go Beavs!

-AG

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Pomace Pastry? Compost Cupcake? New research developed through OSU’s Food Science and Technology program.

March 20th, 2013

Food Science and Technology, a major located in OSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences, is leading the way in research that is both planet friendly and appeals to our taste buds!

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.

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

-AH

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Sports Medicine Facility Coming to Campus

March 15th, 2013

The Gazette-Times recently reported  incredible news on Oregon State’s already strong sports medicine presence with majors in Athletic Training and Exercise Sports Science.  Here’s the full article.

 Oregon State University and Samaritan Health Services have entered into an agreement to develop a sports medicine facility on the OSU campus.

OSU announced the signing of a letter of intent regarding the facility in a news release issued Friday morning.

Oregon State President Ed Ray and Samaritan President and CEO Larry Mullins said the facility will provide diagnostic and treatment services, and will serve as a site for student internships, training and research. The facility will serve the university community and the general public. Samaritan will build and operate the facility on land leased from OSU.

“This collaboration will enhance the university’s academic and research mission, particularly in the areas of athletic training and exercise and sports science,” Ray said in the press release. “We are fortunate to have a comprehensive health care partner in our community that offers board-certified and fellowship-trained sports medicine specialists, as well as a broad complement of professional staff and support for training and research.”

Mullins said the facility collaboration builds upon a long partnership between the two organizations to provide sports medicine services for Oregon State.

“We will now be able to offer expanded diagnostic and treatment services, and at a location that is convenient for the university community, as well as the general public,” Mullins said.

Construction of the 10,000-square-foot facility is expected to begin this fall and be completed in fall of 2014, Mullins said.

For more information about OSU’s Athletic Training and Exercise and Sport Science click please click here.

 

Thanks for reading…
CYN

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OSU Spring Visits 2013

March 13th, 2013

Whether you are just starting your college search or are already admitted to OSU, our open house programs can accommodate your needs. We have several full-day programs during the year to provide you an in-depth look at OSU.

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

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Corvallis Named 5th Best College Town!

March 7th, 2013

Oregon State University is located in Corvallis, a vibrant college town of 55,000 in the heart of Western Oregon’s Willamette Valley, and has just been ranked the 5th best college town by The American Institute of Economic Research! This ranking is based on performance across 12 areas: student concentration, student diversity, research capacity, degree attainment, cost of living, arts and leisure, city accessibility, creative class, earning potential, entrepreneurial activity, brain gain/drain (the year-over-year ration of population with a Bachelor’s Degree), and unemployment rate.

Corvallis, OR

Corvallis, OR

Corvallis has consistently been ranked one of the best college towns as well as one of the safest, smartest, greenest small cities in the nation. Situated 90 miles south of Portland, and an hour from the Cascades or the Pacific Coast, Corvallis is the perfect home base for Beaver Nation.

Go Beavs!

-AG

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