Rodgers duo to discuss what college has done for them

KCC is an annual event designed to assist students, especially those in underrepresented groups including first-generation and low-income, to better understand what college, college academics and the college search process is all about. KCC aims for students to seriously consider college as an option after high school, regardless of where they may choose to attend. Carl Thomas, associate director of admissions for campus visits and programs, sees the altruistic nature of the program,

“We are about promoting higher education. If they come to OSU, great. If they attend a different school, great. We have achieved our goal.”

Thanks to Paul Buker, Oregonian beat writer for noticing.

Finally, the brothers Rodgers, who haven’t been around that long but are already achieving legendary status in these parts, are scheduled to be keynote speakers Saturday at OSU’s annual “Kaleidoscope of Colleges and Cultures” program that celebrates the academic and cultural atmosphere at the school. … James and little brother Quizz are true multi-taskers.

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Alvin never let us down…Until the day that he told us he wouldn’t be walking in this weekend’s commencement ceremony. We decided that Alvin, a Biochemistry/Biophysics major, needed a proper ceremony…

So we gave him one:

Thanks for everything, Alvin! We can never truly replace your contributions to our team.

Just got done chatting with our California Regional Representative, Karly Nelson, and she mentioned that we are hosting a program called “OSU Explore” at the Hilton Sacramento Arden West. In case you aren’t aware, OSU Explore is a program where you can get all your OSU related questions answered. If you are interested in attending OSU and live in the Sacramento area, this program is a must!

Here are the details:

Event Date: Thursday, May 8th, 2008
Event Start Time: 7:00 p.m.

Event Host: Karly Nelson, California Regional Admissions Advisor

Hilton Sacramento Arden West
2200 Harvard Street
Sacramento, CA 95815

Click here to register for the program

If you have any questions about this event or if you are California student with questions about OSU, email Karly: karly.nelson@oregonstate.edu

Leave any questions or comments in the comment section below.

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“The tragedy that played out yesterday on the campus of Northern Illinois University reminds us once again that safety is a paramount matter every day for all of us in higher education. Our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and loved ones of those who were affected by this unspeakable attack.

“Like many other universities around the country, we at Oregon State University are continually assessing our policies and practices in an effort to keep our campus community as safe as possible. Since last year’s tragedy at Virginia Tech, we have revisited those procedures to ensure rapid response and effective communications around any such event at OSU. Our work in this regard continues, with the understanding that there are always opportunities to improve. Our partners in law enforcement, public safety, mental health and related areas are part of that ongoing effort.

“Incidents such as this can cause stress and anxiety. OSU students, faculty and staff who are experiencing difficulties may access assistance through University Counseling and Psychological Services at
(541) 737-2131 or the Employee Assistance Program at 1-800-433-2320.”

The OSU Admission Office offers our most heartfelt thoughts during this time of extreme sadness and tragedy at NIU.

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