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Homecoming is here | Oct. 10–12

Your university, your people, your weekend full of fun! Wherever you are, celebrate OSU Homecoming with our hand-picked viewing library of popular talks, entertaining videos and educational resources from all corners of the university. Plus, join us in Corvallis for OSUAA Tailgate Town, an OSU superfans display, Benny’s Birthday Surprise, the 9th Annual Multicultural Alumni and Friends Tailgater, the OSU Latina Luncheon, the OSU vs. Wake Forest game — and more!

A geologist’s perspective on the American Southwest | Nov. 4

Are Moab, Arches and Canyonlands national parks on your travel bucket list? Join the next Travel Talks webcast to explore the geology of red rock country with Professor Emeritus Andrew Meigs, who is set to accompany an April 2026 alumni group tour.

Parent and Family Social | Nov. 7

Kick off Fall Family Weekend with community, conversation and connection. Learn about student success initiatives, hear how OSU grads are making a global impact and explore opportunities in parent philanthropy programs in a casual, free gathering with savory appetizers and drinks. 

Beavs, Brews & BBQs | Nov. 8

Get ready for the OSU vs. Sam Houston game by sampling smoky bites from Pacific Northwest pitmasters — and cast your vote for the “Beaver’s Choice” barbecue champion! Groove to live music, get Beaver swag (limited to first 100 guests to arrive) and savor a scoop of student-made Beaver Classic ice cream at this tailgate experience honoring veterans during Veterans Day Weekend.

Dam Good Connections – Portland Watch Party | Nov. 15

We’re kicking off the 2025-26 Dam Good Connections West Coast networking series in Beaver Nation’s largest alumni hub — Portland! Mingle at a spirited OSU vs. Tulsa game watch party. At halftime, hear from Beaver Football alumni who went on to pro football careers, Obum Gwacham, ’15, and Ryan Nall, ’18.

More events

Nike Employee Store Shopping for Members | Oct. 4–26
In person
OSU Alumni Association members, get your pass to shop the Nike Company Store and save up to 40% off the retail price of most merchandise. Not a member yet? Join today.

Campbell Lecture: Family Well-Being for the Greater Good | Oct. 10
In person
Join the College of Health and Maryam Abdullah from UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center as she shares research-based insights on family well-being and children’s social and emotional development.

OSU Marigold Center: How to Meditate | Starts Oct. 13
Online
Attend a gentle mindfulness training with meditation teacher Will Duncan and Marigold director Kate Gallagher — perfect for beginners and experienced meditators alike. Free and drop-in friendly, held weekly on Mondays via Zoom.

Beaver Caucus and University Legislative Scholars Pregame Gathering | Oct. 18
In person
Before kickoff, connect with student and alumni advocates, learn about OSU’s legislative priorities and explore how you can support higher education advocacy.

KidSpirit Mini-Camp Reunion and Tailgate | Oct. 18
In person
Calling all KidSpirit alumni — both former campers and student staff! Reconnect with a reunion and family activities in Langton Hall, followed by a tailgate at the Alumni Center before the Beavs face Lafayette.

Provost’s Lecture with Margot Lee Shetterly | Oct. 28
In person
OSU proudly welcomes Margot Lee Shetterly, researcher, entrepreneur and author of the bestselling book, Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race. Presented in partnership by the Office of the Provost and the OSU Foundation.

Thomas Condon Lecture: Where Did the Lava Flow and How Do We Know? | Oct. 29
In person and online
Join the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences and geologist and PBS host Nick Zentner to explore the mystery of ancient lava flows and what they reveal about the Pacific Northwest’s landscapes.

Our Health& Breast Cancer | Oct. 30
Online
Join OSU College of Health experts and special guests for a live town hall on breast cancer research, early detection and survivorship. Your questions will shape the discussion.

College of AgSci & AgWest Farm Credit Land-Grant Showdown Tailgate | Nov. 1
In person
Enjoy food and drinks, live music and a showcase of student and club research at a festive tailgate that celebrates the land-grant spirit before the OSU vs. Washington State game.

College of Health Tailgate | Nov. 1
In person
College of Health alumni, donors and volunteers are invited to a lively pregame tailgate with Dean Debbie Craig. Enjoy tasty hors d’oeuvres and networking.

American Strings: An Evening with John Scofield's Combo 73 | Nov. 2
In person
PRAx and PDX Jazz present three-time Grammy-winning guitarist John Scofield in conversation about his incredible career with American Strings host Kelly Bosworth, followed by a full performance with his acclaimed quartet.

CAREER CONNECTIONS

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Telling your career change story

Thinking about a new direction? Our latest career advice article offers actionable tips to help you position your unconventional path and transferable skills as strengths, plus how to build connections in a new industry through your OSU network.

Learn more about changing careers at the next Ask Alumni webcast. Then, join us for more career advancement topics throughout the fall!

Upcoming Ask Alumni panels:

• Oct. 16 | Strategies for Navigating Career Changes
• Oct. 27 | Finding Your Career Path in Natural Resources
• Nov. 6 | Session 1: Leveraging Career Services and Resources at OSU and Beyond
• Nov. 18 | Session 2: Leveraging Career Services and Resources at OSU and Beyond
• Dec. 1 | Navigating Graduate School Choices and Applications for Working Professionals
• Dec. 3 | Flavor Founders: Tastemakers, Trailblazers and Family Tables

OSU Innovation & Design Network Industry Social | Oct. 23

Connect with fellow Portland-area design professionals and expand your network. Share ideas, job leads and creative inspiration while enjoying refreshments and engaging conversation in a lively, supportive professional atmosphere.

Stronger Interviews, Stronger Hires Career Workshop | Nov. 13

Hiring and interviewing are two sides of the same coin, and when both parties are prepared, the result is a more confident match. Join Alondra Canizal Hsu, MCoun ’18, founder of Soluna Career Consulting, and Marcia Torres, ’01, founder of Imagen Talent Solutions and OSU Alumni Association Board member, for this hands-on workshop in Portland. Practice interviews, receive real-time coaching and walk away with tools and templates to hire or be hired. Registration opens soon.

BEAVERS DOING THE UNBELIEVABLE

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» Naomi Fitter, Kearney Faculty Scholar and associate professor of robotics, received a prestigious National Science Foundation CAREER Award that will support her research to design and study assistive robotics that help older adults stay healthy and independent. In a new video, hear her discuss her lab’s findings about human-robot interactions and designing inviting robot forms.

» Students will soon have new opportunities to gain real-world experience: OSU-Cascades has been tapped for a selective national career accelerator program that will help align student career preparation with regional workforce needs.

» The flexibility of OSU Ecampus means learning can happen anywhere. Josh Misko, ’24, balanced a touring musician’s life with coursework, and used his education to venture into the intersection of music, technology and business as co-founder of Seatfun, a fast-growing ticketing and marketing company.

» Out of more than 150 chapters nationwide, the OSU chapter of the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science earned 2025 Chapter of the Year.

» Meaningful Marketplace, cohosted by Sarah Masoni, director of product and process development at the OSU Food Innovation Center, is a finalist in the 2025 Signal Listener’s Choice Award in the Best Indie Podcast category. Public voting is open until Oct. 9.

TAILGATE TOWN

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Beaver fans, get loud

Just a few chances remain to join Oregon State friends for tailgating this fall! Join the fun and get amped up to cheer for OSU’s hardworking student-athletes. Or look for a watch party near you.

Home

• Oct. 11 vs. Wake Forest (Homecoming)
• Oct. 18 vs. Lafayette
• Nov. 1 vs. Washington State
• Nov. 8 vs. Sam Houston (Family and Supporters Weekend)
  
  

Away

• Nov. 29 vs. Washington State

ATHLETICS

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» Beaver Nation was Dam Proud to see OSU Women’s Track and Field/Cross-Country alumni and former teammates Grace Fetherstonhaugh and Kaylee Mitchell on the world stage, earning their places at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo in September 2025.

» Go Beavs! Oregon State Volleyball pushed their winning streak to five with a win over the University of San Francisco Dons.

» Congrats to Sara Sanders (track and field) and Wilson Weber (baseball), who earned Tom Hansen Medals: a prestigious Pac-12 award recognizing student-athletes who exhibit the greatest combination of scholarly, athletic and leadership excellence.

» John Valva, vice president of alumni relations and executive director of OSU Alumni Association, and Kathryn Everson, assistant professor in the College of Science, Oregon State University, represented Beaver Nation by telling the story of the platypus trophy in ESPN’s latest feature. Read the article and watch the video to learn more about this unique trophy.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

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» Industry Insights brought together alumni, faculty and industry leaders to explore how academic research and industry collaboration are shaping the future of seafood. Panelists discussed consumer trends, emerging technologies and the unique role OSU’s Seafood Lab has played in driving innovation since its founding 85 years ago.

» In the latest Travel Talk, College of Agricultural Sciences Dean Staci Simonich and wine expert Elizabeth Tomasino previewed Oregon State’s upcoming tour of Bordeaux and Basque Country — showcasing unique regional wines and culinary traditions and the ways these destinations both parallel and differ from Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

FUN FOR MINI-BEAVS

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Happy orange-and-black season

CCarve out some fall fun with a free “Go Beavs” pumpkin-carving stencil from the OSU Alumni Association membership program!

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