College of Business

The First Benny Beaver: Ken Austin's Oregon State Legacy | Business

By Molly Rosbach on Nov. 10, 2025

College of Business

Before Benny Beaver became an icon, there was Ken Austin, a spirited Oregon State student who brought the mascot to life with a handmade costume and a dream to entertain the crowd. Hear from Ken himself, OSU’s first Benny Beaver, as he reflects on how the experience shaped his confidence, his community and his lifelong pride in Oregon State University. Ken Austin (1931-2019) graduated from the College of Business in 1953. Austin Hall is named for his family's long-standing commitment and generosity to the college. Once a Beaver, always a Beaver.

10 Questions With... Brian Seale, co-chair of the Beaver Employee Association for Veteran Success

By Theresa Hogue on Nov. 7, 2025

In honor of Veterans Day on Nov. 11

10 Questions With… Brian Seale, manager of facilities, operation and academic services with the College of Business and co-chair of the Beaver Employee Association for Veteran Success, commonly known as BEAVS. Seale served as a fleet Marine Force hospital corpsman in the United States Navy from 2006 to 2014, including a deployment to the Helmand Province in Afghanistan with the 1st Medical Battalion.