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GEARING UP FOR GAME DAY

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Pack Reser Sept. 12. Show the nation what Beaver Nation is all about.

The Beavs are back at Reser Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 12, and this is a game where every seat matters.

Oregon State takes on Top 25 Texas Tech in a home opener that will air to a national audience on CBS — giving Beaver Nation a chance to show viewers across the country what makes game day in Corvallis so special.

A packed Reser sends a powerful message: Every roaring section, every sea of orange and every wide shot of the stadium puts Oregon State in the national spotlight, showcasing the energy of Beaver Nation and building visibility for the university we love.

Oregon State vs. Texas Tech
Saturday, Sept. 12 | Reser Stadium | 4:30 p.m. kickoff

Game day with your Beaver family just got even better – save 34% on seats in select sections with promo code FAMILY – while tickets last!

Tailgate Town is your pregame central

OSUAA Tailgate Town is the heart of the pregame fan experience. On campus or on the road, join us and make memories as you enjoy food, fun and community before Beaver Football games. Kick off the season with us at a Sept. 4 Beaver meetup in Houston.

At home, Tailgate Town is bigger, better and FREE for all Beaver fans! Get fired up for kickoff with an upgraded fan experience featuring even more big-screen TVs, yard games, food, drinks and plenty of Beaver spirit. Join us Sept. 12 for our first home game, then keep the good times rolling all season long. Save the dates, bring your crew and make Tailgate Town part of your game day tradition!

Book a private tailgate space at the Alumni Center

Take in the excitement of Beaver game day your way from the CH2M HILL Alumni Center with private rentals. Multiple rooms are available, and the new Board Room & Balcony Pregame Package includes catering and bar service, concierge support, a dedicated TV and a private balcony overlooking Reser Stadium and the activity on campus!

Build the Beaver community where you live

Volunteers are needed to host Beaver Game Watch Parties in communities across the country. There’s no elaborate hosting or event planning required! Simply watch the game you were already planning to enjoy with the company of fellow Beavers. The OSU Alumni Association will provide promotion and support, plus send a thank-you gift for helping keep Beaver traditions thriving beyond Corvallis. Special thanks to those who already signed up as a Game Watch Captain this season: Greg Armstrong, ’84; Michael Crennen, ’20; Sarah Fina; Katie Glunt, ’06; Kevin Kasnick, ’86; Riley Lacey, ’25; Allison Lamb, ’06; James Smith, ’26; Nora Taylor, ’96; and Evan Thomson, ’19.

Fly the Dam Flag: Show us your Beaver spirit

The Dam Flag has become a Saturday tradition on ESPN’s College GameDay — a bold reminder that Beaver Nation shows up everywhere. Each week, we’re looking for volunteers to join the roster and proudly wave the Dam Flag on national TV. Week 1 (Sept. 5) takes us to Baton Rouge for an extra-special milestone: the Dam Flag’s 50th straight College GameDay appearance. Week 2 (Sept. 12) heads to Austin, Texas, with more locations to be announced!

EVENTS

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Careers Behind the Craft | Sept. 24

Pour something new into your career connections at this free virtual sensory tasting with Pelican Brewing and OSU alumni in the craft beverage industry. Brewing podcaster, Certified Cicerone®, Certified Beer Judge and OSU doctoral candidate Cade Aaron Jobe, M.S. ’24, will guide the tasting and moderate a Q&A with Pelican professionals Jazzy Vick, ’14, and Bip Lauder, ’14, about career pathways in the industry.  

Pull up a chair at The Square | Sept. 26

Join Beaver Nation at Pioneer Courthouse Square for a free downtown Portland game day experience featuring OSU vs. UTEP on the giant screen, one of the only opportunities in the Pacific Northwest to watch the game live. Bring your crew and a lawn chair to Portland's "living room" and enjoy the fun, with a DJ, giveaways and prizes, local food and beverages and all-ages games and activities.

Borrow business wisdom from Beavers

Whether you're leading projects or launching companies, you can lean on Beaver Nation for advice and support in your professional goals. These free Ask Alumni webcasts offer practical advice from Beavers who have already taken the steps you’re ready to embark on.

• Sept. 30 | How to Build Management Skills at Every Career Stage
• Oct. 21 | What It Takes to Launch Your Own Business Venture

Corvallis is calling: OSU Homecoming | Oct. 15-18

Oregon State Homecoming, from Oct. 15–18, brings Beaver alumni, students and families together for a packed weekend of Oregon State traditions and campus celebrations. With Family Weekend joining the festivities, there’s even more reason to make the trip home to OSU. From football and tailgating to award ceremonies and family receptions, check out what’s in store.

Meet the 2026 Black and Orange Award recipients | Oct. 15

The OSU Alumni Association’s Black and Orange Awards celebrate exceptional Beavers whose achievements and service embody the best of the Oregon State community. Start Homecoming and Fall Family Weekend in Corvallis by joining us for a special dinner and ceremony honoring the remarkable recipients of the 2026 awards:

Patricia Valian Reser, ’60, ’19 (Hon. Ph.D.) – E.B. Lemon Distinguished Alumni Award

Tamara A. Valley – Joan Austin Honorary Alumni Award

Jon DeVaan, ’85, ’11 (Hon. Ph.D.) – Dan W. Poling Service Award

Gayle Fitzpatrick, ’78 – Martin Chaves Lifetime Achievement Award

Jon Bettendorf, ’88 – Jean & C.H. “Scram” Graham Leadership Award

Morgan Stosic, ’19 – Don and Shirley Wirth Young Alumni Award

OSU Treasure Valley Network – Outstanding Network Award

Victoria Nguyen, ’95, MAIS ’06 – Alumni Inclusive Leadership Award (2026)

Joyce Braden Harris, ’73 – Alumni Inclusive Leadership Award (2025)

More events:

OSUAA Member Shopping at Columbia Sportswear | Now – Sept. 6
In person
There are just a few days left to take advantage of this popular OSU Alumni Association membership perk. Get access to the Columbia Sportswear Employee Stores, where you can save up to 70% off retail pricing. Not a member yet? Join for access.

Oregon State Soccer Community Kickoff and Doubleheader Celebration | Aug. 30
In person
Join us as OSU Women’s Soccer and Men’s Soccer take on the University of Washington in an exciting doubleheader celebration, featuring food trucks and family-friendly activities, giveaways, alumni and community networking and a post-match player meet and greet.

OSUAA Member Shopping at adidas | Sept. 1-30
In person
This exclusive invite provides OSU Alumni Association members with access to shop in person at the adidas Employee Store with up to four additional friends or family members. Save 50% off the retail price of most items. Not a member yet? Join today!

PRAx Presents: Le Patin Libre: Melt | Oct. 17
In person
Founded by former professional figure skaters, Montreal’s Le Patin Libre transforms ice-inspired athleticism into a dazzling, expressive roller-skating dance performance, set in a scorched postapocalyptic world without ice.

Multicultural Alumni and Friends Tailgater – Celebrating 10 Years! | Oct. 17
In person
It’s a milestone year for this signature OSU Homecoming tradition. Enjoy tasty bites and sips from alumni- and community-owned businesses, live entertainment and festive music, interactive activities, giveaways and all-ages fun.

Beavs, Brews and BBQs @ Tailgate Town | Nov. 7
In person
Texas may have a reputation for BBQ, but here in the Pacific Northwest, we’re cooking up some serious competition. Reconnect with Beavs at the fourth annual BBQ competition tailgate with iconic PNW pitmasters before the Beavers play Texas State.

BEAVERS DOING THE UNBELIEVABLE

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» The collaborative ingenuity behind OSU’s TRACE-COVID-19 project has earned a place in American history: StoryCorps interviews now preserve the university’s pandemic response leadership in the Library of Congress for future generations. Today, TRACE continues as an infectious disease forecasting system serving Oregon communities.

» OSU’s Advantage Accelerator was named one of TIME’s Top 25 startup accelerators in the nation — the only Oregon program to make the list. The accelerator has helped launch 130 companies and supported more than 500 startup concepts, contributing significantly to economic growth in Oregon and beyond.

» An un-bee-lievable solution for the future of bees and agriculture: OSU researchers have developed a low-cost, AI-driven method to survey and conserve bumblebee populations using remote cameras.

» Good news, cat people. A cat-training program by OSU researchers Monique Udell and Megan MacDonald found that teaching cats new tricks can benefit children with developmental disabilities, strengthening child-cat bonds while helping cats become more social and secure.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

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» Early career alumni, get ahead of the rest by catching up on our recent talk with Ellen Raim, CEO of People Matter Consulting, about how to stand out early in your career. (Already established in your career? Share this with a recent graduate or current student!)

» Your Oregon State network is one of your greatest resources. Don’t let it go unused! Learn about building alumni connections for career success in a recent Ask Alumni panel.

FUN FOR MINI-BEAVS

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For kids who love the “how” and “why”

Back for a third year and drawing in record crowds, Big Fish Fest III is coming to PRAx on Sept. 12 and is bigger (and smaller) than ever! Scientists and musicians join together to bring curious Beavs of all ages a playful science experience, pairing musical performance with a comparative anatomical study of sharks and birds. Youth 18 and under get in for free.

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