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Traveling through time: Did medieval people go on vacation? | Jan. 14  

Explore how, where and why medieval travelers vacationed — and discover ways to incorporate their top destinations into your own European adventures. Join the OSU Alumni Association’s Travel Talks webcast for this fascinating journey through history with Tekla Bude, associate professor in OSU’s School of Writing, Literature, and Film.

JOIN A MEDIEVAL TRAVEL TALK

 

Join the 43rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration | Jan. 30

OSU’s annual commemoration keynote brings Ruha Benjamin — professor in Princeton’s Department of African American Studies and award-winning author — to investigate the social dimensions of science, medicine and technology, focusing on the relationship between innovation and social inequity. The event is free, with livestream and in-person registration available.

ATTEND THE KEYNOTE

Reminder: Nominations for the 2025 Legacy Awards are due Dec. 6. Recipients will be announced during the Peace Breakfast commemoration event Jan. 20.

 

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OSUAA Member Shopping: Columbia Employee Stores | Now – Dec. 8
In person
The Columbia Sportswear Employee Stores are opening their doors — and deals — to OSUAA members. Save up to 50% off retail prices with this exclusive pass. Not a member? Join today.

Business GOLD Relaunch Reception | Dec. 5
In person
The College of Business welcomes its graduates of the last decade to join a reception at The Royal Sonesta hotel in Portland for recent business alumni to reconnect.

Beats ’n Breath: Yoga Flow by Candlelight | Dec. 6
In person
Join OSU’s Marigold Center for an all-levels yoga flow class led by Jessica Mylan, M.A. ’24, integrating vinyasa and pranayama (breath practices).

Aging Well and Optimum Health: Micronutrients for Bone, Brain and Immune Health | Dec. 12
Online
Learn about micronutrients that support bone, brain and immune health. Featuring Linus Pauling Institute Endowed Chair and Director and OSU Distinguished Professor Emily Ho and OSU Extension’s Dusti Linnell, this webcast offers expert tips for incorporating “Top 10 Micronutrient”-rich foods into your life.

PRAx Presents: The Klezmatics, “Happy Joyous Hanukkah” | Dec. 19
In person
Hear the Grammy-winning Klezmatics perform their legendary Hanukkah compositions, with special guest Aani Kisslinger.

PRAx Presents: Kings Return, “We Four Kings” | Dec. 20
In person
Join Kings Return’s holiday concert in their unique genre-mixing a cappella style, entwining R&B with touches of jazz, gospel, pop and more.

33rd Annual Tuba Christmas Concert | Dec. 21
In person
For decades, OSU music faculty and band members have lent their talent to this free annual concert of 200+ tuba, euphonium and baritone horn musicians belting out holiday classics that draw people from all over to Pioneer Courthouse Square in Downtown Portland. The OSU Foundation proudly sponsors this event to cover the registration fees of the musicians, allowing them to participate for free.

Ask Alumni: The Transition from College to Health Careers | Jan. 22
Online
Hear all the ways College of Health alumni are leveraging their degrees to advance health and wellness for all. Current and prospective students, alumni and parents are encouraged to join.

Ask Alumni: New Year, New Goals – How to Build a Roadmap for Your Best Life | Jan. 23
Online
Kick off the new year by investing in yourself! Join a virtual workshop with proven tools and insights designed to help you achieve your life goals and create a clear action plan for 2025 (and beyond).

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Thank you for rising to the challenge

We had 616 members participate in the Beavers Unite OSUAA Membership Challenge, helping reach every goal and unlocking $4,000 toward student scholarships and programs. Thank you for uplifting our students and alumni and building a stronger community. You can still make a difference by becoming a member — OSUAA members support valuable programs like these all year!

LEARN MORE AND JOIN

 

OSUAA members enjoy exclusive perks, including two new benefits arriving soon:

  • A 20% online discount on Beaver Classic student-made products.
  • Free access to Wisedoc, an alumnus-founded AI-powered résumé and cover letter tool.
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BEAVERS DOING THE UNBELIEVABLE

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» Read about Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine students' journey to Ecuador, where they partnered with a local university to provide veterinary care and treatment for animals in rural Andes Mountain communities near Quito.

» Beverly Hobbs was inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame; her successes over her 15-year OSU career were recognized by 4-H faculty both internally and externally and influenced the development of 4-H programs within Oregon and across the nation.

» Hannah Briggs, MPH ’23, has secured a grant to improve maternal health care access. The funding will prepare 15 individuals to become Oregon Health Authority-certified providers, increasing the number of state-certified birth doulas in Eastern Oregon counties by 50 percent.

» Susanne Brander, an associate professor in the College of Agricultural Sciences, co-leader of the Pacific Northwest Consortium on Plastics and part of a group of scientists currently advising the U.N. on an international plastics treaty, offers advice for reducing microplastics in your environment.

» Oregon State is driving offshore wind innovation with simulations that reduce costs and improve designs for floating wind turbines, a critical step toward unlocking the vast potential of renewable energy off the West Coast.

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Make a difference for students on Giving Tuesday

Today, the Beavers Fight Hunger community is uniting to support the Basic Needs Center, which feeds 31,000+ people annually and teaches students lifelong resourcefulness and resilience when times get tough. Thanks to Brent and Elaine Leback’s two challenge gifts, totaling $50,000, your Giving Tuesday donation has an even greater impact on OSU students.

HELP OUR STUDENTS THRIVE
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ATHLETICS

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» Thank you to all the Beaver fans who rooted for our student-athletes throughout the season! Ready for more? Oregon State has released its 2025 football schedule, which includes seven home games at Reser Stadium.

» Beaver Women’s Soccer defender Amaya Bautista became the program’s first ever conference Defensive Player of the Year, awarded by the West Coast Conference — congratulations!

» Women’s Basketball Assistant Coach Sydney Wiese was invited to appear on the podcast They’ve Got Now, discussing her retirement from a phenomenal playing career and her exciting return to Oregon State: Listen to the episode.

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CAREER CONNECTIONS

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Make holiday cheer work for your career

Your holiday season can do more than spread joy — it can open doors. Learn how to make your career connections count through social media and digital networking, sharing gratitude and building meaningful connections during this season of giving. Unlock tips for end-of-year networking success.

READ THE NETWORKING TIPS

 

Boost your social networking with help from a pro

For more tips on digital networking this season, join our Ask Alumni webcasts focused on maximizing your LinkedIn profile, featuring OSU supporter, career coach and former Intel director Ellen Recko. Attend Maximizing LinkedIn with a Powerful Profile (Dec. 10) and Expanding Your Network and Building Your Professional Brand with LinkedIn (Dec. 18).

ASK ALUMNI: LINKEDIN SERIES
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FUN FOR MINI-BEAVS

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Snow much fun

Warm up with a winter word search. Find all the frosty terms hidden in the puzzle. It’s a fun way to pass the time on chilly days and get into the winter spirit!

PRINT THE WORD SEARCH
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