Campus Living: eNewsletter from UHDS

Register for summer classes

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.

Dianne Finklein Memorial Scholarship application open

UHDS is now soliciting applications for the Dianne Finklein Memorial Scholarship.

All current and incoming University Housing & Dining Services residents are eligible to apply. At least one $1,000 scholarship will be awarded.

Application due: April 27, 2014 by 11:59 PM

The application process includes:

A personal essay on how you will emulate Di's example and inspiration.
A minimum of two letters of recommendation stating your ability to meet your scholastic and community responsibilities. (At least one of these letters should be from someone who can speak to your activity in the Residential Education Program at OSU).
An academic transcript.

Click here to read Dianne's story and for the online application.

NRHH: Join the top 1 percent of student leaders

The National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) is a nationwide organization that represents the top 1 percent of student leaders in residence halls and recognizes the difference they make on campus, regional and national levels. In addition, NRHH is the Residence Hall Association’s (RHA) sister organization.

If you are interested in finding a leadership opportunity on campus, NRHH would be a great way to get involved! Applications for new members are currently available on your hall’s Facebook pages and by contacting Brenda Dao (contact information provided below).

There will be a NRHH information night at 8 p.m. Thursday, April 24, in Hawley Hall, room 116. Applications are due Friday, May 2, 2014 and will be screened and selected by the NRHH Selection Committee. Please contact Brenda Dao (daob@onid.orst.edu) for the application and more information.

Spring Repair Fair today!

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!

Bring your broken items and questions to the April Repair Fair TODAY, Tuesday, April 29 between 6 and 8 p.m., and volunteers will help you learn how to repair your belongings!

Located at the OSU recycling warehouse at 644 SW 13th St., repair skills will be offered for Appliances, Clothing, Electronics, Housewares, and more.

Drop-in demonstrations will also be offered - come by anytime in the scheduled timeframe to see a brief repair demo! Clean Green, Save Green at 6:15 to 6:45 p.m., From T-Shirt to Tote Bag at 6:45 to 7:15 p.m., and Bikes: From Flat to Fixed at 7:15 to 7:45 p.m.

Repair Fairs are sponsored the Waste Watchers, helping you save money and natural resources. Join on Facebook to get all the details and updates.

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.

One of the returning events will be the 14th annual Earth Week Community Fair, which will fall on Earth Day, April 22, and run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fair will feature more than 50 organizations in sustainability, each hosting its own table and activity in the MU Quad.
Following the fair, the annual Earth Day Hoo Haa! will take place at the Organic Growers Club farm from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Free food and music will be offered at the event, and tours of the farm will be made available. Transportation to the farm is provided, with shuttles running from the new OSU Beaver Store every 15 minutes.
Earth Week concludes on April 26 with a day of service projects to encourage students to be rooted in their community.

Also: Eco-Reps at the Earth Day Community Fair

Come meet the Eco-Reps at their booth during the Earth Day Community Fair! This year the OSU Sustainability Office hired three new Eco-Representatives for the second year of its pilot program; Alaina Hawley from West Hall, Hannah Marvinfrom Wilson Hall and Michael Link from Halsell Hall. This program was developed with the goal of hiring resident representatives to carry out sustainability programming and outreach in the resident halls. Including the Sustainability Office, Eco-Reps are supported by Campus Recycling, UHDS, RHA and SSI and work with multiple departments and organizations on campus to meet sustainability goals.
Eco-Reps are responsible for advancing and institutionalizing a culture of sustainability in the residence halls in which they live. This includes:

Educating residents about sustainable lifestyles and resources
Sharing campus and community sustainability resources
Assisting with marketing and outreach efforts for sustainability programs already established at OSU(like Drive-Less-Connect, Energy Civil, Earth Week, Campus Conservation Nationals, Campus Move-Out, etc.) as well as self-created events (keep an eye out for these).

If you are interested in becoming an Eco-Rep or would like to request an Eco-Rep for your hall, please visit the Eco-Rep Booth or contact Sonja Mae with the Sustainability Office.

Also: Earth Day Service Projects Friday and Saturday

Registration is now open for all Earth Day Projects! Click one of the below projects to register.

The Center for Civic Engagement is sponsoring 6 environmentally focused service projects in recognition of Earth Day 2014. Five projects will be taking place Saturday, April 26, 2014 and 1 project will take placeFriday, April 25, 2014 in the afternoon. All projects will leave in the morning but some all-day projects are available. As with all of our days of service transportation via Motor Pool vehicles will be provided but we will also be asking if volunteers would be willing to bike to the closer service locations in recognition of Earth Day. Pre-registration is required. Participants will assemble in MU Lounge before leaving for service sites. Snacks and refreshments (including morning coffee) will be provided. Lunch will be provided for the all-day project. Organizations we will be partnering with are listed below. See details and register here.

Greenbelt Land Trust (Friday, April 25, 2014): Time: 1:30pm-5:15pm. Project Description: Blackberry/invasive species clearing. Capacity: 10 volunteers
SOLVE/Corvallis Parks and Recreation: Time:8:30am-12:15pm. Project Description: Invasive species removal, litter cleanup, planting native plants and trees, and pruning/maintenance. Capacity: 60 volunteers. Bike to site option
The Wetlands Conservancy at the Oregon Coast: Time: 8:30am-6:30pm. Project Description: Clearing debris from an estuary in Waldport, OR and cutting ivy from trees. Capacity: 11 volunteers
Albany Parks and Recreation: Time: 8:00am-1:30pm. Project Description: Preparation for Albany parade and assisting in the farmers market after the parade to distribute 150 trees. Capacity: 4 Volunteers
Produce for the People: Time: 8:15am-12:15pm. Project Description: Moving leaves and compost and other garden work. Capacity: 40 volunteers. Bike to site option. Youth welcome.
OSU College Forests: Time: 8:15am-1:15pm. Project Description: Invasive species removal and trail work. Capacity: 20 volunteers

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

Mom's Weekend at Rec Sports

Recreational Sports is excited to welcome all moms for Mom's Weekend. Here is a list of our upcoming events on Mom's Weekend. Bring your mom to Recreational Sports and have some fun!

Raft Guide School

This course provides individuals the skills and guided practice time needed to become competent paddle raft guides. This week-long course focuses on the development of water reading, raft maneuvering and risk management skills for raft guides. Successful completion of the course will result in a certificate of completion from the American Canoe Association (ACA). The course begins on Saturday, June 14, (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) in Dixon's Lower Classroom, and field-based learning will occur Sunday, June 15 - Sunday, June 22 on the McKenzie River. Learn more about this unique opportunity here.

Basketball Skills Challenge

Looking to showcase your skills on the hardwood? The opportunity is here! Recreational Sports is hosting the first annual Basketball Skills Challenge! This FREE event will be held on Saturday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Dixon's Upper Gym. Registration forms are due by 2 p.m. on Friday, April 25, in the Sports & Special Programs Office. All students are encouraged to participate!

Dixon Rec Center Bike Shop

Did you know that Dixon has a fully functional bike shop? Bike mechanics are available to teach you how to fix and maintain your bike and you can use the majority of tools for free. Stop by Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday 4 to 8 p.m. Learn more about the Bike Shop here.

OSU men: MARS has answers to your questions

Are you a male who is looking for someone to talk to in confidence about sexual health or relationships? Student Health Services’ MARS program, Male Advocates for Responsible Sexuality, is currently taking appointments for Spring Term. All male students who come in for an appointment will receive a $20 gift card to Fred Meyer! (Limit one card per student, per academic year.)

Some of the topics that are typically covered include:

Relationships
Testicular self-exams
Questions or concerns regarding sexual health
Abstinence and contraceptive methods
Prevention of sexually transmitted infections

To set up an individual appointment with a MARS outreach worker, call the Health Promotion Department at 541-737-2775 and let them know you would like to make an appointment with MARS. If you have any other questions, MARS outreach workers can also be contacted directly by e-mail.

Holocaust Memorial Week April 28-May 2

Tom Segev, an Israeli historian and journalist, and Laureen Nussbaum, a childhood friend of Anne Frank, will appear at Oregon State University as part of Holocaust Memorial Week April 28 through May 2.

The 28th annual observance is presented by the School of History, Philosophy and Religion in OSU’s College of Liberal Arts in association with the City of Corvallis and School District 509-J. All events are free and open to the public.

Segev will speak on “The Holocaust and the Shaping of Israel,” at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 28, in Austin Auditorium at the LaSells Stewart Center, which is located at 875 S.W. 26th St. in Corvallis. His talk will draw from his book, “The Seventh Million: The Israelis and the Holocaust.”

Nussbaum will present “Remembering Anne Frank,” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1, in LaSells Stewart Center’s Austin Auditorium. Nussbaum knew Frank in the late 1930s and early 1940s. She’ll share her memories of Anne and tell her own story of survival during World War 11.
Other events include:

A preview of selected scenes from the play, “Forty,” will be performed at 7:30 p.m. April 29 in the Lab Theatre in Withycombe Hall. The play, being written by Leonora Rianda, is about the Armenian genocide in 1915-16. A discussion of the play and the genocide will follow the performance.
Northeastern University Professor William F.S. Miles will speak on “Shared Suffering and Empathy: Incorporating the Holocaust into Sub-Saharan Africa Thought and Commemoration,” at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, in the C&E Auditorium in LaSells Stewart Center.
A student conference, “Social Justice in Policy and Education,” will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, May 2, in the Journey Room in the Memorial Union.
Staged readings of “In Quest of Conscience,” will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, at the Majestic Theater, 115 S.W. Second St., and at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 2 in the C&E Hall in the LaSells Stewart Center.

For more information about the events, visit the website or Facebook page.

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.

CAPS & Mental Health Initiative: Flourishing at OSU

As the middle of spring term approaches, many students can get focused on doing well academically to the point that they forget about balance and what allows them to feel happy and flourish. We wanted to remind you that staying balanced means spending time on studies while also remembering to eat healthy, exercise and find time for reflective practices like meditation and yoga. The Mind Spa and CAPS offers numerous opportunities to practice mindfulness meditation. Check out the opportunities by visiting the CAPS website.

During the fall 2014 Beaver Community Fair, we asked students when they were not stressed, “What helps you flourish?” These were your responses:

So, don’t forget to spend some time doing all the other activities like reaching out to friends, family and loved ones, laughing, sleeping enough, and listening to music to name a few, during this time of busy-ness!

You’ll not only likely do better academically but you’ll feel better emotionally!

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.

Friday is 'Bring Your Kids to Campus' Day

As a part of Oregon State’s commitment to supporting students and employees in pursuing happy, balanced, and fulfilling lives, the office of Childcare and Family Resources on the Corvallis campus will host the third annual “Bring Your Kids to Campus” Day on Friday, April 25.

This Corvallis campus event is a way to celebrate family, the importance of education, and to highlight the myriad of family-friendly activities on campus.

Friday, April 25 is an early release day for the Corvallis School District, and coincides with national Bring Your Sons and Daughters to Work Day (Thursday, April 24).

After Dark: Casino Night this Friday

After Dark and the Residence Hall Association presents: Treasure Island Casino Night, 9 p.m. to midnight, Friday, April 25, in Dixon Recreation Center.

Ahoy! Treasure Island is a fun filled casino night with many card and casino games with many chances to win prizes. There will be TWO tournaments, a Poker Tournament and a Liar’s Dice Tournament! Spaces for the tournament are limited, so please come early if you plan to participate in it. Tournaments will start between 9:15-9:30 p.m. There are two BIG prizes for each competition. If you’re not into competition we will still have Texas Hold’em, 3 Card Poker, Blackjack, Roulette and Craps!

Avast! That’s not all of it! There will be mocktails and free food. There will also be a pirate troupe to perform and do some competitions. There will be two photo booths - so come prepared in your best pirate attire (not required)!

Best of all, everything is FREE and open to all students!

Accommodations may be made by calling 541-737-0694. Join the Facebook event.

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 celebrates author Bernard Malamud

Oregon State University will mark the 100th birthday this month of one of its most-recognized faculty members, acclaimed American novelist Bernard Malamud, with a celebration and the launch of a search for early copies of his book, “A New Life.”

The centenary celebration, featuring a display from the university’s Malamud archives, will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday, April 24, in the Valley Library at OSU. Neil Davison, an associate professor of English, will give a brief presentation; OSU English majors will read from “A New Life,” and archival materials from the library’s Malamud collection will be on display.

The event will be held in Special Collections on the fifth floor of the library, 201 S.W. Waldo Place.

It is free and open to the public. It is hosted by the School of Writing, Literature and Film in the OSU College of Liberal Arts and the English Student Association.

Malamud, who died in 1986, taught at OSU from 1949 to 1961. His books include “The Natural,” and “The Fixer,” for which he won a Pulitzer Prize. “A New Life,” published in 1961, is based on Malamud’s time in Corvallis.

Two members of the English faculty are searching for annotated, first-edition copies of “A New Life” that may have circulated in Corvallis in the 1960s. There are rumors that several copies of the book exist in Corvallis, with notations connecting real people and places in Corvallis to the characters and situations in the book, said assistant professor Ehren Pflugfelder.

Pflugfelder and assistant professor Raymond Malewitz are hoping one or more such copies still exist. They would like to borrow the books for use in a new digital humanities course being planned for 2015.

Digital humanities courses are a way for researchers to help students use new, technology-based research methods. Using the annotated books and other materials from the Malamud archives, students could create projects such as digital maps of places in the book, or a field guide to Malamud’s work in Corvallis, Pflugfelder said.

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.

OSU VetMed celebrates Pet Day May 3

Oregon State University will hold its 27th annual Pet Day on Saturday, May 3, when the College of Veterinary Medicine opens its doors for tours, booths, displays and a number of family-oriented events.

Pets are welcome at this always-popular event, on a leash.

Pet Day is designed as a way for the College of Veterinary Medicine to give back to the community, and help Oregon residents understand its operations and legacy of public service. It usually attracts 3,000-4,000 visitors, many who bring their pets. The child-friendly event, which will be held rain or shine, is created, organized, and staffed by students.

Vendors and volunteers from organizations will staff booths at the event and provide information on animal health and wellness, nutrition, adoption and therapy. Many also provide free samples and other resources, spanning the four-legged gamut from pet food to shelter medicine.

Among the returning activities will be dog agility demonstrations, live reptiles, a petting zoo, tours of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, a pet costume contest, a dog frisbee show, a cat photo contest, and more. Food booths are also available.

Participants and their pets may join the Fun Run/Walk event at 9 a.m.; online preregistration for that event is requested by April 18.

Pet Day runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Magruder Hall, located on 30th Street in Corvallis just south of Washington Way, and adjacent to the athletic department’s Truax Indoor Center. Admittance and most activities are free, but there is a small charge for a few of the events.

More detailed information on the various events and registration for the fun run/walk is available online.

Pet Day is sponsored by the College of Veterinary Medicine, and supported by Banfield Pet Hospital, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Zoetis, Nestle Purina Pet Care Co., the Oregon Animal Health Foundation and the Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association.

OSU names Lubchenco adviser for marine sciences

Former National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Administrator Jane Lubchenco is back on the faculty of Oregon State University where she has a new role – adviser to the university on marine studies issues.

OSU has named Lubchenco Distinguished University Professor and Adviser in Marine Studies – a position that will help coordinate and expand Oregon State’s international prominence in marine-related studies, which are spread across several disciplines and account for nearly $100 million annually in research funding.

“After four years at the helm of the nation’s premier agency for the ocean and atmosphere, I’m delighted to be back at OSU, and even more pleased to see the new energy focused on marine science, education, policy and outreach,” Lubchenco said. “From my time at NOAA, I know both the high caliber of marine sciences at OSU and the strong potential for a more robust, visible and effective marine studies program that can provide much-needed global leadership by our faculty and students.

“I’m energized by OSU’s commitment to elevate ocean stewardship and to expand the range and quality of opportunities available to students,” she added.

Oregon State’s growth in the marine sciences in recent years has been significant and Lubchenco has played a key role with her seminal research in marine ecology. OSU boasts one of the strongest marine ecology and biology programs in the nation in the College of Science; a formidable oceanography program in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences; and one of the most highly regarded marine research and education facilities in the country in the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport.

The university’s strength in marine studies is broad and deep, according to Rick Spinrad, OSU’s vice president for research, who pointed out that Oregon State’s national leadership in wave energy research and tsunami studies are based in OSU’s College of Engineering. The College of Agricultural Sciences has one of the nation’s top fisheries programs as well as a leading oyster breeding research program. OSU-based Oregon Sea Grant is an acclaimed research, education and outreach program tied to Extension, and Lubchenco’s own faculty appointment is in Integrative Biology, which is in OSU’s College of Science.

Other OSU colleges, including Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Education, Liberal Arts, and Public Health and Human Sciences, also have ties to marine research and education.

“A primary goal for Dr. Lubchenco in her new position will be to engage the entire university in OSU’s expanding marine studies mission, and advise university leadership on marine studies matters,” Spinrad said. “We are delighted to welcome Jane back and look forward to her strategic contributions in building OSU’s global marine studies program.”

Last year, OSU President Ray announced the launch of an initiative to create a marine studies campus at OSU, including developments at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport that would eventually host as many as 500 students. Planning is under way for how such a campus might be developed, according to Sabah Randhawa, OSU provost and executive vice president. “Jane Lubchenco’s insights into the national and international needs for marine science education will be invaluable as we go forward with our plans,” Randhawa said.

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Foodprint Challenge

Thank you to everyone who has participated in the Foodprint Challenge! McNary’s dining staff goal for the month of April is to raise student awareness of consumption and disposal habits and effect on the environment.

Health Professions Career Fair today

College of Science is sponsoring the annual Health Professions Fair today from 10 a.m. to noon in the Memorial Union Ballroom.

Coming tomorrow: 2014 Spring Career Fair at Oregon State University! The Spring Career Fair is a place to find jobs and internships. This event offers you the chance to network with employers and explore a position or organization that you may not have previously considered. These employers travel to Oregon State University just to see you. Take advantage of this opportunity to get started on your career! The Career Fairs are located in the CH2M Hill Alumni Centers April 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This spring we will also provide you with an opportunity to have a professional photo taken for your Linkedin profile, or other professional networking sites, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Career Fairs! Find out more at on the Career Fair website.

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

UHDS Customer Service Representative (CSR): UHDS Operations is hiring Customer Service Representatives for summer session and the 2014-2015 academic year. CSR staff assist with package and mail delivery, providing students and guests with general information, and assisting with campus move-in and out in five locations. Summer applicants assist with summer school housing and conference operations; CSR staff do not need to be enrolled for summer session if they have been enrolled in spring, and intend to enroll in fall. Summer applicants can work 40 hours if not in classes, and 20 hours while in session. 2014-2015 applicants can work up to 20 hours a week. Applications are due May 1. For full details, please visit UHDS’ Student Jobs website; application is the Operations/Facilities Student Application.

UHDS Facilities Maintenance & Construction is hiring six student painters and 4 maintenance workers for the summer. Please fill out the application online via the UHDS student jobs page.

UHDS Dining Application now open for 2014-15: Interested in working at a dining center, coffee shop or market next year. The application is now live. Find it on the UHDS student jobs page.

Career Services: Seeking two energetic students to join the Career Assistant team in the 2014-2015 academic year! Career Assistants support the mission and services of Career Services by providing advisement to peers, assisting in the coordination of campus programs and events, and working collaboratively with staff, alumni and employers. All majors are encouraged to apply. We will train you! First- and second-year students are strongly encouraged to apply. We will accept applications from all full or part-time OSU students. Hours: 10-15 hours/week during the academic year, beginning Fall Term 2014. Occasional evening and weekend hours required. Submit a cover letter, resume and list of 2 references through Beaver JobNet. Application materials are due Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5 p.m.

Memorial Union Program Council: Currently hiring for Event Coordinator positions for the 2014-2015 school year! MUPC is a student run organization and is the programming body that produces the largest events on the OSU campus, such as: Dam Jam (formerly known as the Flat Tail Music Festival); Battle of the Bands; Moms and Dads Weekends; Comedy Shows; Fashion Shows; and more. Applications are due by 4 p.m. in MU 103 or Midnight online. Applications are available in MU 103 or online.

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.

Human Services Resource Center: OSU's HSRC is currently hiring for multiple student positions including Internal coordinator, food pantry coordinator, external coordinator and more. Find the full job description and application instruction on the website.

EVENTS

Ongoing

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.

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.

April

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

Health Professions Fair: The Health Professions Fair connects students with admissions representatives from over 60 health professions schools in Oregon and across the country. This free event will be held Tuesday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the MU Ballroom. Students from all majors, first-years through seniors, are welcome. For more information, visit the event website.

Earth Week – Celebrating Community Day: Tuesday Earth Week events include the 14th Annual Earth Week Community Fair at 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the M.U. Quad, Earth Day Flash Mob at 12:45-1 p.m. in the M.U. Quad and the Earthday Hoo Haa! at 3:30-7 p.m. at the Organic Growers Club farm. Learn more on the Earth Week website.

Native Plant Sale: Tuesday, April 22 in the MU Quad from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come early for best selections. The CAS sponsored student organization OSU Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) Chapter will be holding its annual Native Plant Sale as a fundraiser for Avivara non-profit organization working to improve the quality of, and access to, education in Guatemala. Great prices on a variety of NW native plants donated by local SevenOaks Native Nursery available at the Earth Day Community Fair OSU MANRRS Chapter booth.

Environmental & Molecular Toxicology Seminar: Richard Corley, Systems Toxicology & Exposure Science, PNNL, will be presenting a seminar – “Every Breath You Take: Exposure Science and the Virtual Respiratory System”- at 2 p.m, April 22, in ALS 4001.

Speed Mock Interviews: Sign up on Beaver JobNet for a one-of-a–kind opportunity to practice interviewing with Employers and Career Specialist and receive valuable feedback to prepare you for the real thing! Bring resume. This event will take place on Tuesday, April 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Memorial Union, Room: 206. Sponsored by OSU Career Services.

Board of Trustees: The OSU Board of Trustees’ Executive and Audit Committee will meet Tuesday, April 22, 3- 4 p.m., in the President’s Conference Room, 650 Kerr. The only agenda item is consideration of proposed refinements to the legislative capital funding request for the 2015-17 Biennium resulting from input from the Higher Education Coordinating Commission.

Speciesism – The Movie: Most of the animals used for food in the United States are raised in giant, bizarre “factory farms,” hidden deep in remote areas of the countryside. “Speciesism: The Movie” sets out to investigate, but that is only the beginning. The film will be followed by an interactive discussion with philosophy professor Stephanie Jenkins, Corvallis animal activist Nettie Schwager, and Amy Whitfield, president of Vegans and Vegetarians at OSU. April 22, 7 p.m., Milam Auditorium. Everyone who attends gets a free raffle ticket and the chance to win prizes.

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Water Conservation Scavenger Hunt: Wednesday April 23, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., search the campus for examples of how the built environment affects water resources and try to win a Hydroflask! Instructions and clues will be available at the Fresh From the Faucet booth on the MU Quad at Tuesday’s Community Fair.

Spring Career Fair: The Spring Career Fair is coming up April 23. Please join us in the Ch2M Alumni Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Don’t forget to get your photo taken at our Linkedin Photo Booth for a professional photo for use on business networking sites. Find out more online.

“We Power Orange: Advocating with OSU-AAUP”: We invite everyone to participate in the next community conversation about ways that OSU-AAUP can be a more effective advocate for all faculty. On Wednesday, April 23, noon in Milam Hall 319, we will discuss ‘what is AAUP?’ and have a dialogue about advocacy goals at OSU. For more information.

Afternoon Public Sale at the OSUsed Store: The OSUsed Store is open for its public sale Wednesday, noon to 3 p.m. at 644 SW 13th Street. Personal purchases must be made during public sales. Departments may shop 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, or during public sales on Wednesdays. For more information, visit our website.

Poor People Power: “The State, Social Provisions, and American Experiments in Democratic Engagement.” OSU’s Marisa Chappell will explore the history of the segmented U.S. welfare state and suggests some lessons offered in an era of welfare restructuring, including the opportunity to articulate alternative visions of citizenship.. April 23, 4 p.m., MU206: Asian/Pacific Room.

Fisheries and wildlife seminar: John (Jack) C. Schmidt, Chief, Grand Canyon Monitoring and Research Center, USGS, Flagstaff, Ariz., will speak on “Big Science on the Colorado River in Grand Canyon – When is Enough Enough?” April 23, 4 to 4:50 p.m., Nash 206.

Seminar: Post Graduate Options for International Students, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, ILLC Auditorium.

Inclusivity at Oregon State: A University Community Dialogue: Join the Office of Equity and Inclusion in a conversation about how we can individually and collectively counter acts of bias and engage in proactive efforts to realize a vision of the preferred future of Oregon State as an equitable and inclusive community.Wednesday, April 23, 7 to 8:30 p.m., 101 Furman Hall.

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un-Packing Christian Privilege: The idea of Christian Privilege is not new, resulting as it does, from the dominant or normalizing influence of Christianity in our North American culture. Description and more information online. The Sponsored by the OSU Campus Coalition Builders, Division of Student Affairs. Thursday, April 24, noon-1:30 p.m. in MU 206

Seminar: Marriage and Asylum Options for International Students, noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, ILLC Auditorium.

Starker Lecture Series: Paige Fischer, Research Social Scientist, USDA Forest Service, Western Wild land Environmental Threat Assessment center and PNW Research Station, Prineville, will speak on “Beyond Boundaries: Social Challenges and Opportunities in the Forest Landscape Management.” Thursday, April 24, 3:30 p.m., RH 107. Reception to follow. For more on the Starker Lecture Series see the website.

Seminar: Post-Doc Visa and Permanent Residence Options for International Academics/Scholars, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, ILLC Auditorium.

ISOSU Cultural Exposition, 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 24, International Resource Center. Come see what students from different cultures believe to be important aspect to their culture and what makes them who they are!

Wind ensemble: Come join the Oregon State University Wind Ensemble on Thursday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the LaSells Stewart Center, in a concert to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of James Douglass, director of bands emeritus, and his 31-year career at OSU. Tickets are $10 in advance, $13 at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased at Gracewinds Music in Corvallis and online at Ticket Tomato dot com. OSU students with ID and K-12 students will be admitted for free while seating is available.

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Earth Day Service Projects, Friday April 25 and Saturday April 26: Registration is now open for all Earth Day Projects! The Center for Civic Engagement is sponsoring 6 environmentally focused service projects in recognition of Earth Day 2014. Five projects will be taking place Saturday, April 26, 2014 and 1 project will take place Friday, April 25, 2014 in the afternoon. Snacks and refreshments (including morning coffee) will be provided. Lunch will be provided for the all-day project. Pre-registration is required. See details and register here.

Exploring Social Justice through Art Retreat: As an educator and artist, Claudia Ramirez Islas uses art as a medium to open dialogue about social justice issues that have impacted her life and the lives of many all over the world. The Exploring Social Justice through Art Retreat will provide a space for the OSU community to come together and share how we can advocate for ourselves and others through a social justice lens. April 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Centro Cultural Cesar Chavez. Spaces are limited, RSVP online.

Latin Night – “World Cup” hosted by Association of Latin American Students sponsored by SEAC, MU Ballroom April 26, doors open 5 p.m., show starts 5:30 p.m.Enjoy OMC Latin band, dances, and dinner. Free tickets available in SEAC beginning April 21. Sponsored by SEAC, funded by ISOSU. Accommodations related to disability can be made via email.

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Holocaust Memorial Week will be observed on campus from April 28-May 2. Find more details on the Facebook page.

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

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Moms and Families Weekend, May 2-4.

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27th annual OSU Pet Day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 3, when the College of Veterinary Medicine opens its doors for tours, booths, displays and a number of family-oriented events at Magruder Hall, located on 30th Street in Corvallis just south of Washington Way, and adjacent to the athletic department’s Truax Indoor Center. Admittance and most activities are free, but there is a small charge for a few of the events. Information.

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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.

Important Dates

Spring Career Fair: The Spring Career Fair is coming up April 23. Please join us in the Ch2M Alumni Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Don’t forget to get your photo taken at our Linkedin Photo Booth for a professional photo for use on business networking sites. Find out more online.