This leadership development program is for alumni of the federal GEAR UP program and these student leaders will receive training on grassroots advocacy, social media advocacy and leadership skills during the week-long retreat in DC.

I am really excited to be able to give back to those who have helped me so much with my education, as well as being able to improve the GEAR UP program for those who come after me.

Elizabeth Gonzales

Congratulations to Elizabeth and go Beavs!

- AG

Hello! My name is Kaleena Tuffo.  I graduated from Oregon State University in 2009 with a major in Sociology and a minor in Natural Resources.  I have recently joined the OSU Admissions staff as an Admissions Advisor.  I travel to various areas such as; the Oregon Coast, Arizona and Eastern Washington to talk to students about all of the opportunities available at OSU!

During my undergraduate career I had many amazing experiences both inside and outside the classroom. I had the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding in the field of Sociology through undergraduate research and an internship with a non-profit in California. While I was at OSU I also planned the Alternative Spring Break Program for the Community Service Center.  This program takes a group of OSU students to another community to do a week of service during Spring Break.  These experiences gave me the chance to gain practical work experience, to grow as a person and to meet some amazing people.

I am very excited to now be working in Admissions at OSU. I have been traveling for the last two weeks talking to prospective students about OSU. This week I have been traveling around Eastern Oregon. There are a lot of exciting things happening at OSU, and I am thrilled about the opportunity to share them with all of you! Go Beavs!

-KT