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

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

May 1st is the national commitment deadline, until May 1st the ATD is refundable.  The benefit of paying your ATD by May 1st is you will then be allowed to register for a START program.  START is where students will be able to register for their fall term classes, meet with their academic advisor, and many other events to help get them settled before the fall term.  There are several START sessions throughout the summer and below is a link with more information and dates.

START

We have an online guide to help guide students and families through the process which is included below.

Online Instructions

-GG

Thanks to Mark Derry, columnist at the Gilroy Dispatch (CA) for putting into words what he and his daughter are experiencing at Oregon State. Welcome to Beaver Nation, Jenny!

Weatherford Hall at Oregon State

The Beaver Nation Migration has begun! Students will be moving in to the residence halls on Tuesday, September 18^th or Wednesday, the 19^th. Move-in day marks the beginning of CONNECT at Oregon State.

New students, faculty, and staff will be participating in various events as part of CONNECT, which is held through the end of the week, right before classes begin on September 24^th. There will be a variety of tours, workshops, open houses, activities and of course, food. There is a complete schedule of CONNECT events that can be found at http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/20120918/list/newstudentprograms/.

One of the biggest events is the New Student Convocation, which will be held on Thursday, September 20^th at 3:00 pm. Students will gather in the Memorial Union Quad by their academic colleges and walk together for the first time as a class to Gill Coliseum and participate in a ceremony that will mark their official academic welcome. Following convocation there will be the New Student Picnic in the MU Quad. Tickets and more information can be found at http://connect.oregonstate.edu/new-student-picnic-reservations.

For more information about CONNECT events and to stay informed with the Beaver Nation Migration, follow the Office of New Student Programs and Family Outreach’s blog at http://blogs.oregonstate.edu/newstudents/.

Welcome to Oregon State University and GO BEAVS!

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Outside West Residence and Dining Hall

As your high school journey ends with graduation we are looking forward to those students attending Oregon State University this coming fall!  The Office of Admissions would like to give you a few friendly reminders prior to summer.  Before you leave your high school make sure to request your final official transcript to OSU.  Another reminder is to double check and confirm that you have sent your SAT or ACT scores to our office.  Also, if you have taken any AP or IB (International Baccalaureate) exams you can request those scores sent our way too. 

To summarize, ask yourself these questions if you are attending OSU this fall:
Q) Have I requested my official transcripts to OSU?
A) If you said no to this question, ask your school to send your official transcript.

Q) I took the SAT and/or the ACT but did I send those test scores to OSU?
A) If you haven’t, click here to request your SAT scores and here for the ACT exam.

Q) Did I take any AP or IB exams?
A) If so, click here for AP and here for IB and request the scores to our office.

Q) I can’t remember what I’ve sent to OSU.
A) Click here to check your admission status and what our office has received.

Thanks for reading…
CYN

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

OSU Faculty

We are excited to share that this year OSU has hired 80 faculty members that are the best and brightest.   They are coming from all over the nation and internationally from notable institutions.  The new tenure track faculty members have experience at prestigious universities and big impact companies.  Here’s the full story:

 The rapid growth and development of Oregon State University has prompted the need for more classroom instruction and leadership in its labs, and OSU is meeting those needs this year through the hiring of 80 new faculty members from some of the world’s best-known institutions.

The new professors come from such campuses as Harvard, the London School of Economics, Yale, Brown, MIT, Cornell, London’s Imperial College, Stanford, Michigan, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Florida, Minnesota, UCLA, the University of California-Berkeley and the UC system and West Point.

Other new faculty members are from prestigious non-university settings, including NASA, Los Alamos National Laboratory, the National Institutes of Health, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and more.

OSU leaders say the new hires, which were announced on campus yesterday, are essential for a growing land grant university committed to helping the state meet higher educational goals that many say are critical to Oregon’s future economic success.

“Oregon’s new 40-40-20 law seeks to ensure that 40 percent of the state’s adult population has earned a bachelor’s degree or more, 40 percent at least an associate’s degree, and 20 percent at least a high school diploma,” said Oregon State President Edward J. Ray. “To the degree that OSU and other campuses help achieve those goals, Oregon will be prepared to compete in the global marketplace of tomorrow, with a highly educated workforce supporting this state’s companies and industries.

“Our new faculty will enable OSU to make greater contributions in this area, and further extend OSU’s research and service missions,” Ray added, “and we’re very proud to have them all here.”

In service of those goals, Oregon State is already home to more Oregon freshmen than any other university, and its record enrollments totaling 25,500 for the main campus in Corvallis and OSU-Cascades in Bend trail only Portland State University in overall headcount.

OSU is also home to the lion’s share of Oregon’s “high achievers” – valedictorians, salutatorians and other top performers from state high schools – and is Oregon’s only university to hold the prestigious Carnegie Foundation’s top ranking for the nation’s most successful research universities and its designation for exemplary “community engagement.” The new faculty members come from institutions with similar claims to quality and success, and will make substantial contributions as teachers, researchers and scholars.

The faculty span 10 colleges and are further notable for their international diversity, with some originally from or having been recently employed in Korea, China, India, the Netherlands, Afghanistan, Great Britain, Ukraine, Poland, Spain, Chile, Switzerland, Romania and Puerto Rico. Twenty-five of the hires are women.

Click here to read the impressive bios of our new faculty.

Thanks for readnig…
cyn

OSU’s orientation program for new students, START, will begin its first session tomorrow! START is the beginning of a students experience at Oregon State University. START sessions are a time for students to get familiar with campus, register for fall term classes and experience OSU. Families are welcome to attend, however there is an extra fee for family participation. While at START make sure to meet new people, ask questions, enjoy your time and wear comfortable clothing and shoes!

If you have not yet registered for START, make sure to register soon because sessions are filling up. If you have any questions about START please contact New Student Programs and Family Outreach at newstudents@oregonstate.edu or call 541-737-7627.

Go Beavs!

-KT

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.  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 Sells 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