President Jayathi Murthy, center, at the president's reception for international students during IEW 2023.
Each November, Oregon State University marks International Education Week with a full slate of events and receptions to celebrate international students, faculty and staff within the OSU community, as well as the global reach of OSU’s teaching and research efforts.
Oregon’s interminable rainy season is upon us, bringing with it a strong desire to hibernate and avoid going out in the cold and dark. Some bike commuters may be struggling to find the motivation to brave the elements on their way to work or class.
But with the right preparation, the weather need not be a deterrent, says Elza Records, sustainable transportation coordinator with Oregon State University Transportation Services.
Aerial photo of Cordley by Jacob Adams
Cordley Hall has undergone a major transformation to become a state-of-the-art science building. Built in the 1950s, Cordley Hall used to be as dark, cramped and outdated as a mid-century building could be, but after years of upheaval and disruption, both the east and west wings are now suited to the 21st century.
Faculty Staff Fitness at Oregon State University started with a single class in 1984.
Now, the program offers more than 30 classes, including pickleball, country line dancing, adaptive exercise and — starting winter term — hula fitness. Between 1,000 and 1,500 people participate each term.
Members of Ecampus and Educational Ventures working on the fourth floor of Valley Library had a friendly competition on Halloween as they vied for best dressed. Where's Waldo and Disney villains were thematic favorites, and cubicles were decked out for the day.
Every fall, Oregon State University landscaping crews fan out across campus with leaf blowers to combat the avalanche of leaves falling from our famously tree-filled campus. Unfortunately, this routine maintenance is noisy and can be disruptive.
Why get rid of leaves in the first place?
For new students arriving at Oregon State University, the first few weeks can be overwhelming. There are so many new things to take in at once, from new housing, new food options, a new city and the seemingly daunting task of new college courses.
