Miss last week's Housing Kickoff? No problem!

You can still apply for next year's housing and take advantage of these special perks just for current OSU students:

• Eligibility for a $1,200 discount off next year's residence hall room rate. It's applied once per term, so each term your rate could be $400 less than the regular listed rate!
• More dining plan choices. Dining plan 5 is an additional plan only available to returning students. It's a smaller plan that could be a good fit for students who want to cook more of their own meals, or who expect to begin next year with a large rollover balance.
• Roommate matching for returning students. Beginning Feb. 15, you can take advantage of our roommate matching system to connect with other current students also planning to live on campus next year. Already know who you want to live with? Just connect with them in our system and confirm them as your roommate or suitemates.
• Online room selection. As a student going into your second year or above, you don't have to wait for housing staff to pick your room for you. Apply and contract by March 30 and we'll send you a date and time when you can go online and select your own on-campus space for next year.

Learn more and apply today!

Use your reusable cup and enjoy $.35 off

Hey Beavs, reusable mugs are back after a pandemic pause! They’re accepted at all UHDS-managed cafes and dining centers for a discount of 35 cents! Just order, remove the lid, and place your cup in the designated area.

This simple routine reduces our collective carbon footprint and your weekly expenses. Pop by the OSUsed Store or any local thrift store if you need a reusable cup to join the movement.

Togetherall - a new mental health resource for OSU students from CAPS

Togetherall is a safe and anonymous online community, where you can share about what you are feeling and get support to improve mental health and well-being.

Now hiring Program Specialists

Community Engagement & Leadership (CEL) is now hiring student employees to start in winter 2022! Student staff may be responsible for planning events, meeting with community partners, meeting students for advising and facilitating educational programs. Students work an average of 10-20 hours per week. Apply by Feb. 11.

Nonprofit and Public Service Fair

Join Community Engagement & Leadership and the Career Development Center for the Nonprofit & Public Service Fair on Thursday, February 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the MU Ballroom! It's an opportunity to meet representatives from over 50 nonprofit and local government organizations who are seeking OSU volunteers, interns and employees. Register here.

Compete in OSU’s Next Great Startup

The Next Great Startup is OSU’s university-wide competition for students seeking support to develop and advance a new idea. Receive friendly support from faculty and industry mentors, meet other students, and have the chance to win cash prizes. Attend optional info sessions, workshops or office hours. Submit your idea by 5 p.m. on Monday, February 21. Learn more.

Virtual or in-person career fairs: which is right for you?

It’s February: the days are getting lighter and summer is getting closer. This month is the perfect time to make connections that could lead to a summer internship or a full-time job! Representatives from nonprofits, government agencies, and companies large and small are seeking OSU students at multiple career fairs happening Feb. 7-17. 

• Do you prefer face-to-face connection and the chance to strike up spontaneous conversations? Check out on-campus events like the All-Industries Career & Internship Fair or the Nonprofit & Public Service Fair.
• Would you rather pre-schedule sessions and interact online? Consider events like the Virtual Career & Internship Fair or the Winter Engineering Connections Fair. 

See all winter term career fairs.

Managing your privacy settings for social media, online purchases and more

• The Center for Internet Security (CIS) has created a newsletter article on managing your social media security, including tips for protecting your accounts, reducing your risk, adjusting your privacy settings, and things to consider about posting photos.
• The National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) offers a privacy hub to help you manage your settings for many online e-commerce, music streaming, ride-sharing, social networks and other services.

• 5-6 p.m. Feb. 9 | Getting a Dam Job: Prep for Career Fairs (virtual). OSU's Winter 2022 career fairs will be held both in-person and virtually. Attend this workshop to learn how to sign up, book sessions with employers, and how to network effectively via both video and in-person formats.
• Feb. 9 | National Pizza Day. Enjoy $1 off a slice of pizza at Arnold Dining Center and at Tomassito's in Marketplace West. You can also enjoy $1 off a personal pizza at Five Four One in McNary Dining Center.
• Valentine's fun
  • Feb 9 until sold out. Cookie kits and truffles for sale at EBGBs in Marketplace West, Raintree and Five Four One in McNary Dining Center, and Cascadia Market and Café.
  • 12-4 p.m. Feb. 13 | Cookie Decorating (Marketplace West).
  • 5-7 p.m. Feb. 14 | Pal-entine's Dinner at Five Four One (McNary Dining Center). Tickets are $18 each; for sale in advance at The MainSqueeze in McNary Dining Center.
• 1-2 p.m. Feb. 15 | Dialogues with the Dean (Student Experience Center 204). Are you facing an obstacle at Oregon State and not sure where to start? Join an informal conversation with Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Students Kevin Dougherty.