Campus Living: eNewsletter from UHDS

Register for summer classes April 13

Summer classes are a great way to help you to graduate on time, finish your degree early, or simply enjoy smaller class sizes.

Check out our summer schedule of classes. summer schedule of classes. You’ll find more than 1,300 classes to choose from in over 100 subjects.

There are also 400-plus courses delivered online via OSU Ecampus that let you take advantage of summer term no matter where you are. You can do it all this summer!

You can view the full summer calendar online, but here are some important dates to keep in mind:

April 13                      Registration begins
June 16-20               Intersession (session 6)
June 23                     Sessions 1, 2 and 3 begin
July 21                       Session 4 begins
Aug. 18                      Session 5 begins
Sept. 5                       Summer term ends

Find more information about OSU summer registration dates and deadlines online.

Creative contest for a summer scholarship

Imagine seeing your creative T-shirt design worn by students all over campus.
Imagine making your break into the New York fashion scene. OK, that’s a bit of a stretch, but you can imagine winning a $1,000 scholarship.*

OSU Summer Session is now accepting digital submissions for our 2014 T-shirt Design Contest through April 18. You can submit up to three designs. Finalists will be posted for online voting April 23-May 2. The winner will be announced May 6.

Visit our contest web page for rules and guidelines.

*The scholarship must be used this summer for credit-based, on-campus classes in Corvallis or OSU's Hatfield Marine Science Center.

Let the Res Games begin!

The games are here! Bring honor and glory to your residence hall community by participating in these events:

Res Games: Penny Wars, noon to 1 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, April 14; and 1 to 2 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, at all UHDS dining centers. Hosted by the National Residence Hall Honorary. Information.

Res Games: Hall & Flag Decoration Judging, noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 15. Judges will visit halls. Information.

Res Games: Trivia Night, 6 p.m. Thursday, April 17, Location TBD. Hosted by the Residence Hall Association. Information.

Res Games: Photo Scavenger Hunt, due on Facebook at noon on Friday, April 18. List of items will be posted on Sunday, April 13 at noon. Information.

Res Games: Amazing Race, 3 p.m. Friday, April 18, Start at the Weatherford Lawn. Information.

Res Games: Grand Finale & Celebration, 5 p.m. Friday, April 18, Southside Quad (International Living-Learning Center lawn). Information.

Save the Dates: Spring Repair Fairs

The Repair Fairs are back - mark your calendar now so you don’t miss your opportunity to get free repair help for your broken belongings and watch do-it-yourself demos!

Repair Fairs will continue to be held at the Recycling Warehouse at 644 SW 13th Street and will take place on:

Tuesday, April 29, 6-8 pm
Thursday, May 22, 6-8 pm

A list of specific repair skills and demos on offer will be available in the early part of each month (repair skills will likely include appliances, clothing, electronics, housewares and more). Join the events on Facebook (April here and May here) and/or check Campus Recycling’s website to get updates as they become available.

Earth Week Celebration is April 20-26

The long-standing Earth Week celebration at OSU is a week of fun and educational activities geared toward raising environmental awareness and engagement, and it runs Sunday, April 20 through Saturday, April 26 this year.

This year’s themed days are animal appreciation, promoting justice, celebrating community, built environment, conserving resources, get outdoors and service day.

Whether you’re interested in stompin’ your foot to live music at the annual Organic Growers Club Hoo-Haa, checking out over 50 booths at the 14th annual Community Fair, or going on a sustainability-themed Scavenger Hunt, this year’s Earth Week offers all that and more.

See the full calendar on the Earth Week website.

Student loan repayment workshops

Get answers to all your questions, such as: Who do I send payments to? What happens after I graduate? When do I start paying my loan back? Where can I find options on consolidation? Why is it important to communicate with my lender? How can I find options if I can’t start repayment right away?

Upcoming workshops:

Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, International Forum, Snell Hall
Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, International Forum, Snell Hall
Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, International Forum, Snell Hall

Can’t make it? Get more information on our Loan Repayment webpage. A recorded version of the presentation will also be available online after the first session. For questions, please email the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships.

RecSports announcements

Recreational Sports Spring Intramural Leagues

Don’t miss your chance to participate in Recreational Sports Spring intramural leagues and special tournaments. There is a lot going on to get you active and outside this Spring. Check out the full list of offerings this spring here!

Ultimate Frisbee – Learn to Play
Are you looking for an engaging, interactive, and thrilling experience? Join us for a FREE "Learn to Play Ultimate Frisbee" drop-in class on April 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. in Dixon's Upper Classroom!

Wellness Workshop
Come learn about positive psychology and flourishing and start implementing strategies toward a more fulfilling life today at the Paths to Flourishing workshop! The workshop will take place on April 15, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in Dixon's Lower Classroom and is FREE! Pre-register here!

Athletic Training
Have you suffered a sport or activity related injury? Make an appointment with your athletic trainer at Recreational Sports. Athletic Training services are FREE to all OSU students Athletic Training appointments are available Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn more about Athletic Training services here.

Who will represent you? Time to vote

Vote now. Information on the Associated Students of Oregon State University website.

Register for an OSU Craft Center class

Engage your creativity while you learn a new skill, improve technically and meet others.
Become a member of the OSU Craft Center, a well-equipped arts facility offering adult classes and open studios in: Ceramics, Glass, Fibers, Woodworking, Jewelry/Metals, Silk Screening, Photography and more!

The last opportunity for black and white photography eight-week classes begin the third week of spring term; small class sizes and lots of individual attention. Short on time? Take a one- or two-day workshop.

Located on the ground level of Snell Hall, the Craft Center is a warm and friendly environment to learn at your own pace and take a creative break. Open seven days/week, and Monday through Friday until 10 p.m. Stop by or visit our website for a complete schedule listing.

Pottery demo and raffle!

The OSU Craft Center will have a potter demonstrating on the Potter’s Wheel from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, in the Memorial Union Quad.

In addition, there will be an information booth with craft items indicative of what YOU could make at the OSU craft center. OSU student can enter a FREE raffle for a Spring term Craft Center membership. Stop by our booth & find out how you can get involved and join the fun!

New Centro Cultural Cesar Chavez opens

Latino students at Oregon State University now have a brand new home away from home, and the campus celebrated the new Centro Cultural Cesar Chavez during a grand opening ceremony Monday, April 7.

The new building is one of four new cultural centers being built on campus to replace aging structures. The centers provide space for students to socialize, celebrate and study, learn more about their own culture and explore the world of other students of different backgrounds.

“Oregon State does a great job in supporting students from diverse backgrounds, and the Centro provides a space for dialogue and an opportunity to share perspectives,” said Miguel Arellano, a graduate assistant who helps coordinate Centro activities. “That combined with the support services offered at OSU provides a place where students from different backgrounds are able to thrive. This is a welcoming space for all students to learn about or retain Latino culture.”

In 1971, a group of nine students met in the basement of Milam Hall in an effort to establish a Latino student organization. Originally called the Chicano Cultural Center, the basement location was less than ideal, and students eventually asked for a more permanent and independent location on campus. After temporarily moving into a house on Orchard Street, in 1977 they moved into an older, former family home on A Street.

After four decades, the house has finally been replaced. A crowded living room and sun-faded deck have been swapped for a spacious building that includes a large gathering hall, multiple office and study spaces and a large kitchen for hosting social events. The Centro is affiliated with 17 different student organizations on campus and is a popular spot for many different events, from cultural celebrations to social justice activities.

“It’s a space where students can gain a broader world view,” Arellano said, and the new building will offer many more opportunities to bring people from around campus into the Centro to celebrate Latino heritage.

“I grew up in Woodburn, and coming from a place that is 60 percent Latino to a place where the Latino population is around 6 percent, there’s a big difference,” Arellano said, which is why having a place like the Centro is so important to student retention. “When you’re participating in events here, you see people who look like you, and who share similar passions and experiences.”

Latino identity is broad and complex, and represents people from many different parts of the world, which can be difficult to encompass in one building. But the Centro staff tries to make the space welcoming not just for Latino students, but anyone on campus who wants to stop in.
For Joyce Contreras, a human development and family sciences major who grew up in Beaverton, the Centro has provided her the chance to explore aspects of her Mexican background that she had previously not been in touch with.

"I wanted to be involved with the Centro because I wanted to further my knowledge about my own heritage and be a welcoming individual to others. What we say about our center is 'This is a home away from home.' I wanted to be in that environment and learn more about my culture," she said. For Contreras, it was important to find her roots. Before she became involved with Centro, she didn't know whether to identify as Mexican or Hispanic, and often switched between the two. Now she proudly identifies as Latina, and understands the cultural and political context of the term.

The 3,565 square-foot building cost $2,521,051. It was designed by Seattle-based architects Jones & Jones, who also designed the Native American Longhouse, which opened the doors on its new building last spring. They are also designing new buildings for the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center and the Asian Pacific Cultural Center.
The four cultural centers are being funded with a combination of private gifts and university funds. The project got off the ground with a $500,000 gift from the late Portland philanthropist Joyce Collin Furman to create the OSU President’s Fund for Cultural Centers. The 1965 OSU alumna was a strong supporter of her alma mater and served on the steering committee for The Campaign for OSU.
The Centro is located at 691 S.W. 26th Street.

Leadership certificate offered

The Center for Leadership Development invites you to learn more about the OSU Leadership Certificate.

This is a fantastic supplement to your time at Oregon State and a great way to boost your resume. Through leadership experiences, reflection, academic coursework, and a capstone experience, refine and grow your leadership skills. The certificate can be a slow, long-term process throughout your time at OSU or can be completed in as little as a term.

Contact Hillary Hall or stop by the Center for Leadership Development (MU 203, above Java Stop) for further information.

Auditions open for spring one-act festival

Auditions for the annual student-directed Spring One-Act Festival will be held at 7 p.m. April 8 and 9 in Oregon State University’s Lab Theatre.

Auditions will consist of cold readings and no preparation is necessary. They are open to all OSU students, faculty and staff and to members of the Corvallis community. The theatre is located in Withycombe Hall, 2901 S.W. Campus Way, Corvallis.

The Spring One-Act Festival 2014, presented by OSU Theatre, will be held at 7:30 p.m. June 4, 5 and 6 and at 2 p.m. June 8. One-act plays will be directed by the students of an advanced directing class. Rehearsals will be scheduled with each director. Those auditioning are asked to bring their schedules and note any potential conflicts with rehearsals.

Film showing: 'American Promise'

Come see an award-winning documentary at Milam Auditorium on April 15. A question and answer session with the director will follow.

In the U.S. today, African-American students across all income levels score an average of twenty-five points lower than their white counterparts on standardized tests. This is known as the racial achievement gap. The group that suffers most from this debilitating phenomenon is African-American males. Unfortunately, the racial achievement gap is just the beginning of lifelong inequality.

The College of Education at Oregon State University is hosting a screening of the film at Milam Auditorium on April 15, 2014 at 7 PM. This screening is free and open to the public. Information.

Walk, bike, carpool, ride the bus and win big!

Don't miss the "Get There" campaign, May 5 to 16! Track your trips by bus, bike, walking, carpool/vanpool and teleworking at Drive Less Connect to win prizes such as a coast trip, iPad, and local restaurant gift cards.

Get active, save money, WIN PRIZES, and help the City of Corvallis gather important data about transportation options in our beautiful city. Transportation options have benefits for your health, your wallet and the planet. Last year’s “Get There” participants tracked enough alternative-transportation miles to go around the Earth 5 times! Let’s do even better this year!

How to track your trips to win prizes:

Create your profile at DriveLessConnect.com by clicking “Register Now.” (Or sign in if you’re already a member).
Click on “Ridematch” in the top blue bar to create a trip, and “Calendar” to track your trips. Track any trips May 5-16 to be eligible for prizes!

OSU's Hatfield hosts Marine Science Day

Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center will host its popular Marine Science Day on Saturday, April 12, offering the public an opportunity to meet many of the scientists working at the research facility, as well as take tours and explore the exhibits.

The center also will commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Coastal Oregon Marine Experiment Station (COMES), which is the nation’s first Experiment Station dedicated to marine sciences.

The activities are free and open to the public, running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hatfield Center, located at 2030 S.E. Marine Science Drive in Newport, just south of the Highway 101 bridge over Yaquina Bay. An online schedule of events is available online.

The event will feature scientists and educators from OSU, federal and state agencies, Oregon Coast Aquarium, and the NOAA Marine Operations Center-Pacific. It is a chance for the public to explore one of the nation’s leading marine science and education centers.

Visitors can tour the research facilities of the Hatfield Marine Science Center, and see genetics laboratories, animal husbandry areas, and get a close-up view of ongoing research projects. Interactive research exhibits will feature larval fish ecology, bioacoustics of whales, volcanoes and deep ocean vents, and oceanographic tools such as a glider to study low-oxygen on the West Coast. Activities for children include a Bird Beak Buffet from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Mystery Fossil Dig by Oregon Sea Grant. Scheduled events include:

10 a.m. – The open house begins, lasting until 4 p.m.
11 a.m. – “Pumped up for Pinnipeds: Seals and Sea Lions of the Oregon Coast,” a presentation by Oregon Coast Aquarium staff, Hennings Auditorium (repeated at 2 p.m.);
1:30 p.m. – Octopus feeding in the Visitor’s Center;
3 p.m. – “A Food Chain of Fisheries Research: The Amazing Story of Oregon’s Marine Experiment Station,” a presentation by Gil Sylvia, director of COMES; Terry Thompson, a commercial fisherman, county commissioner and COMES board member; and Michael Morrissey, director of the Food Innovation Center in Portland. State Sen. Arnie Roblan will introduce the speakers.

The Coastal Oregon Marine Experiment Station is located in both Newport and Astoria. Researchers in Newport focus on fishery policy and management, marketing, fish stock assessment, aquaculture, ecology, genetics and marine mammal conservation. Astoria researchers at the OSU Seafood Laboratory work on seafood science, processing, safety and innovation.

Invitation: Mindfulness Meditation Mondays

The Oregon State University Mental Health Initiative invites students and staff to Mindfulness Meditation Mondays.

There will be guided meditations from 11 to 11:45 a.m. every Monday until June 2.

These meditations take place in MU 213. The guided meditation is part of the Flourishing Series.

Vote for May movies on BMC

Voting is now open to select films to be available on Beaver Movie Channel (BMC) next month. VOTE NOW!

BMC is a free on-demand streaming movie service (similar to Netflix streaming movies) available to students living on campus. New movies are selected every month by on-campus students.

Check out April's movies:

Ender’s Game
Ted
Pitch Perfect
The Land Before Time
Sherlock Holmes (2009)
Don Jon
Men In Black 3
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Back to the Future
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

Suggest a Movie
If you would like to see a movie show up on next month’s ballot, make a suggestion by clicking Suggest a Movie. See the New Releases available here.

Advertise on BMC
Get great exposure for your OSU club, sports club, or event by advertising on BMC.

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Interested in Study Abroad?
Interested in studying or interning abroad? The International Degree & Education Abroad (IDEA) Office has drop-in peer advising hours twice a week in Moreland Hall! International Ambassadors will be available in Moreland’s Malamud Room on Mondays 10 AM-2 PM and on Fridays 10 AM-noon and 1-3 PM. Come speak with students who have been abroad and are knowledgeable about OSU’s program offerings. For more information, see IDEA’s Students webpage.

Now hiring

Graphic Designers

Interested in work as a graphi
c designer on campus? Applications are due April 18! Click here for more information.

ISOSU

The International Students of Oregon State University (ISOSU) is now hiring six positions for its 2014-14 Executive Team. Apply via Beaver JobNet. Information.

SLI

Student Leadership & Involvement is hiring for multiple staff teams within the department for 2014-1015. Student Leadership& Involvement creates meaningful and diverse opportunities for leadership development and involvement experiences that allow students to engage in shaping a better self and a better world. Apply online by Friday, April 18 (deadline for most positions). The Center for Civic Engagement, Information Desk Team, International Students of OSU, Memorial Union Program Council, Peer Leadership Consultants, Student Events and Activities Center, and Student Sustainability Initiative are all hiring for multiple positions. Candidates may apply for more than one position.

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Ongoing

Summer Housing application is live. On-campus living provides you the greatest opportunity for academic success and enjoyment at Oregon State University in Bloss Hall and the International Living-Learning Center (ILLC). Both of these buildings offer suite style bathrooms and room types are single and double in Bloss and single with a private restroom, double with a private restroom and double with a suite style restroom in the ILLC. Residents in the Summer Session halls contract on a flexible, weekly basis for a room and meal plan. See the Summer Application.

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APASU Culture Shock Auditions, 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, Snell International Forum. APASU is now taking application for Culture Shock! If you or your friends are interested in performing in the show please contact us as early as possible. The theme is 'Cultural Fusion'. The act must have an element of Asian Pacific Islander either in parts or whole. Act does not have to be finalized, however it must have a solid example of what you plan to do. Also, we are putting a fashion show for this year. We are going to need traditional outfits from all over Asia and Pacific Islands. So if you have any that you would be willing to let us borrow or if you would like to participate please let us know. Any help is appreciated. Email APASU or call Nat at 206-225-0172.

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“Danger of a Single Perspective,” 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 10, International Resource Center. Interact with international and globally minded local students in a round table discussion about individual global norms, traditions and differences happening and concerning OSU students. This is an inclusive nonjudgmental environment in which we will be discussing the topic of stereotyping and how we can all do it without even realizing. This event will be presented in a safe and welcoming environment so to all whom shall attended please be respectful to all others attending the event as well.

Climbing PoeTree, 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 10, Memorial Union Ballroom. Climbing PoeTree interweaves spoken word, hip hop, pan flute beat boxing and award-winning multimedia theater to expose injustice, heal from violence, and make a better future visible, immediate, and irresistible. Alixa and Naima’s acclaimed performance explores diverse themes, including: healing from state and personal violence, environmental justice, civil rights, sexuality, and women’s empowerment. Information.

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Ultimate Frisbee – Learn to Play, 4 to 6 p.m., April 11, Dixon Rec Center, Upper Classroom. Are you looking for an engaging, interactive, and thrilling experience? Join us for a FREE "Learn to Play Ultimate Frisbee" drop-in class.

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India Cultural Night, 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 12, LaSells Stewart Center. India Night 2014, presented by Oregon State ISA! The night will be filled with great Indian performances and fine Indian cuisine! All of the brightest stars will be at this entertaining show based on India's Bollywood Filmfare Awards! Be sure not to miss it! Doors open at 4 pm.! India Night 2014 is honored to present - The Dean of Science at Oregon State University: Dr. Sastry Pantula as the Guest of Honor. Tickets for India Night will be available starting March 31 in MU 103. Prices: $9 for OSU students; $12 for nonstudents; 25 cent charge on credit card transactions.

This year, India Night will be the finale to "India Week" held in the MU Quad April 7-12:

Monday: Henna in the Quad! – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tuesday: Crafts in the Quad! – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Wednesday: Costumes in the Quad! – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thursday: Bollywood in the Quad! + Henna in the Quad! – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday: Meet the ISA Committee in the Quad! – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday: INDIA NIGHT 2014! – 5 to 8 p.m.

Japan Night, 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 12, Memorial Union Ballroom. The show will be about two American students, Elliot and Patrick, are going to Japan for their internship. During their visit, they will experience the cultural differences between ancient and modern Japan. Free tickets available at MU 103 from Monday, April 7th, 2014. The ticket is good for a meal and entry into the event until the show starts. No seating is guaranteed after the start of the program.

VSA Culture Show 2014: Fashion Show Call, 6 p.m. Sunday, April 13, Memorial Union Ballroom. As spring term is approaching, so does VSA's planning for our 42nd Culture Show (on April 13th, 2014)! Every year, we showcase Vietnam's traditional garments, an ao dai, in a fashion show.

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Returning Student Room Selection, April 14-15, current residents with signed contracts for 2014-15 may select a room within their current building. Information.

ASOSU Elections, April 14-18. Vote online. Information.

Res Games: Penny Wars, noon to 1 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, April 14; and 1 to 2 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, at all UHDS dining centers. Hosted by the National Residence Hall Honorary. Information.

Corvallis Science Pub, 6 p.m. Monday, April 14, Old World Deli, 341 S.W. Second St., Corvallis.Chris Hagen of OSU-Cascades in Bend will discuss his research on a system that would enable homeowners to power their vehicles on natural gas at home.

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Res Games: Hall & Flag Decoration Judging, noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 15. Judges will visit halls. Information.

Res Games: Penny Wars, noon to 1 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, April 14; and 1 to 2 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, at all UHDS dining centers. Hosted by the National Residence Hall Honorary. Information.

Wellness Workshop, 4 to 5:30 p.m., April 15, Dixon Rec Center, Lower Classroom. Come learn about positive psychology and flourishing and start implementing strategies toward a more fulfilling life today at the Paths to Flourishing workshop! Free. Pre-register here!

Documentary film screening: “American Promise,” 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, Milam Auditorium. Followed by a Q&A with director. Organized by the College of Education. Information.

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Returning Student Room Selection, April 16-25, current residents with signed contracts for 2014-15 may select a room in any residence on campus. Information.

Cultural Heritage Night, 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 16, International Resource Center.

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Res Games: Trivia Night, 6 p.m. Thursday, April 17, Location TBD. Hosted by the Residence Hall Association. Information.

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Res Games: Photo Scavenger Hunt, due on Facebook at noon on Friday, April 18. List of items will be posted on Sunday, April 13 at noon. Information.

Res Games: Amazing Race, 3 p.m. Friday, April 18, Start at the Weatherford Lawn. Information.

Res Games: Grand Finale & Celebration, 5 p.m. Friday, April 18, Southside Quad (International Living-Learning Center lawn). Information.

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Earth Week, April 20-26. See the full calendar on the Earth Week website.

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Spring Career Fair, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday, April 23, CH2M Hill Alumni Center. Interested in volunteering? Information.

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Repair Fair, 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, Campus Recycling Warehouse, 644 S.W. 13^th St.

May

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Moms and Families Weekend, May 2-4.

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Spring Festival, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 4, Memorial Union Quad. Theme: Stories our mama told us when we were young.”

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Repair Fair, 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 22, Campus Recycling Warehouse, 644 S.W. 13^th St.

For a listing of wider Corvallis community events see Visit Corvallis, check out the daily calendars in The Barometer, or refer to the Corvallis Gazette-Time’s local events section The E.

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