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EVENTS

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Lit: Alcoholism, Recovery and the Art of Memoir with Mary Karr | April 13

Spend an evening with Mary Karr, award-winning poet and New York Times best-selling memoirist as she shares her experiences with wit, irreverence, joy and sorrow. Karr is author of “The Liars’ Club,” “Cherry” and “Lit,” and she is the Jesse Truesdell Peck Professor of Literature at Syracuse University.

Karr’s presentation is part of the Provost Lecture Series — which brings renowned thinkers, writers, scientists, artists and leaders to OSU to engage, challenge and inspire. It is presented by the Office of the Provost and the OSU Foundation.

Preview upcoming Alumni Group Travel tours | April 5 & April 19

April 5 | Alaska and the Inside Passage Travel Talks: Oregon State faculty and alumni travel enthusiasts share about their journeys through Alaska’s stunning inside passage and preview an upcoming Aug. 2023 Alaska and the Inside Passage tour for alumni and OSUAA members.

April 19 | Cambodia and Vietnam Travel Talks: Join a Travel Talk webcast, hosted by proud OSU mom Sandy Doss, and learn about the experience you can have traveling with fellow Beavers along the banks of the Mekong River in Cambodia and Vietnam.

Brush up on career skills | April 7 & 28, May 19

In the Winning in Life career series, expand your professional toolkit and build confidence in salary negotiations and newly emerged work culture trends.

Science Pub - On the Road to Recovery: Promoting Resilience with Children and Early Educators | April 11

Join OSU experts in the College of Public Health and Human Sciences, OSU-Cascades and OSU Extension as they discuss how early educators can nurture resilience through daily interactions with children and their families – and how community members like you can contribute to their success.

Career Meetup Day | April 14

Our work has changed. Our communities have changed. We all have had to adjust. How are you coping? Are you able to find support when you need it? Join this interactive event focused on building community and ensuring you have the support and connections to be successful.

Big or small, every action counts | May 11 - 21

During OSU Days of Service, every action adds up. Sign up for a service project today and get ready to make a difference alongside your caring alumni community.

Things I Wish I Knew | April 12 & 19, May 3

Explore topics surrounding identity and assimilation in the workplace with alumni and industry professionals who have been there, beginning with the topic of getting into graduate school with Vamos OSU.

Dam Proud Day | April 27

Oregon State exemplifies excellence — and it’s our amazing community of Beavers like you who make that possible. Get loud during Dam Proud Day, OSU’s annual 24-hour giving event, and show your support of the programs and possibilities that inspire you.

In Memoriam | April 28

Join fellow Oregon Staters in person or online to remember those OSU community members who passed away in the last year.

Those wishing to acknowledge an OSU student, faculty/staff member or graduate who died during the 2021 calendar year are invited to share the name with the planning committee.

More events (online unless otherwise noted)

Member Shopping Event: adidas Employee Store | Now - April 15
In person
Something exciting is afoot for OSUAA members! Claim the shopping pass that saves you 50% off the retail price of most items in the adidas Employee Store. Log in to claim your pass. Not a member? Join today.

Reflecting Values in Sustainable Fashion Supply Chains | April 6
In person and online
The OSU Design Network invites authors Leslie Davis Burns and Jeanne Carver to discuss the importance of sustainable practices throughout the global fashion industry.

OSUAA Members at Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest | April 9
In person
Welcome the sunny days of spring with a member-exclusive tour at Beaver-owned Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm. Not a member? Join today.

Farm 2 Fork: The Future of Hemp Utilization and Its Role in the Food Industry | April 15
Join the Department of Food Science and Technology to explore the potential uses of hempseed as a food ingredient and uniquely valuable nutritional supplement.

Changemakers: Building Trust, Equity and Accessibility in Education | April 21
Inclusion and equity specialist Rebecca Arce, MPP ’14, explores what it means to create more equitable educational outcomes at the community and state government levels.

Congratulations 2022 Distinguished Professors

Their expertise brings in top students from around the world and secures millions in grant funding for life-changing research. Celebrate this year’s class of University Distinguished Professors and save the date, May 20, for their upcoming lectures.

• Michael Freitag, biochemistry and biophysics

• Kathryn Higley (pictured above), nuclear science and engineering

• Brent Steel, public policy

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SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS

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Inspire a future Homecoming Court Ambassador

Students can make their voices heard as campus leaders by applying for the Homecoming Court now through April 17 — spread the word! Alumni wanting to serve on the selection committee can contact Early Engagement Director Mamta Chowdhury to get involved.

BEAVERS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

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Sharing Beaver Spirit

At a ribbon-cutting for a new maritime science and technology hub in St. Petersburg, Florida, alumni (left to right) Layne du Vivier, ’06, Rick Spinrad, M.S. ’78, Ph.D. ’82, and Pat Mack, ’92, posed for a photo full of OSU spirit. Spinrad serves as the administrator of NOAA, and Mack and du Vivier are with PVM Inc., a software engineering services company founded by Mack that will be an anchor tenant of the new facility. Have your own small-world Beaver story? We’d love to hear it.

Alumni-owned company selected as SXSW Pitch finalist

A small bioscience company started by Denise A. Valenti, ’79, was one of 45 innovative companies invited to present at SXSW Pitch for the chance to receive honors and funding.

Building Diversity honors OSU dean

Scott Ashford, Kearney Dean of Engineering at OSU, is among this year’s construction and engineering honorees recognized by the Daily Journal of Commerce’s Building Diversity program.

Engineering assistant professor named a Top Young Professional

Joseph Louis from OSU’s School of Civil and Construction Engineering is one of Engineering News-Record’s 2022 Top Young Professionals, recognized for his innovative teaching and workshops for high school students.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

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» Acclaimed special education teacher and 2014 Oregon Teacher of the Year, Brett Bigham, ’91, shares his journey in Changemakers: From Teacher of the Year to a Landmark LGBTQ+ Rights Case. Listen to his story.

» Learn tips to be a positive advocate for healthy habits with Public Health Insider: Refocusing the Picture of Health for Kids. Watch the recorded talk.

» Better support your pet with skills shared in the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine’s recorded webcast FURst Aid: Pet Triage and CPR. Learn the skills plus register to attend (in-person or online) the next session on April 30 about FURst aid for dog injuries on the trail.

FUN FOR MINI-BEAVS

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Watch chicks hatch on streaming OSU Extension Chickcam

The chicks are back. For the ninth year, the world can watch eggs hatch via the streaming video OSU Chickcam. Adults can use the Chickcam as an educational tool for their children or watch it on their own just for fun. The cameras will remain on until 5 p.m. March 31.

Coastal crafts

Celebrate Marine Science Day with OSU on April 9 and enjoy a tidal wave of artistic fun in the craft zone all year!

You want great coverage at a great price. Farmers Insurance® has teamed up with the OSU community to share just that - coverage options that you can customize and lots of ways to save with discounts and Policy Perks^SM. Farmers offers a broad range of product offerings including Home, Auto, Business, Life and Recreational insurance.