Director’s Cut: First year was quite a ride

I grow more excited all the time about the new trails OSU is blazing in research and teaching. Every week there’s at least one new Oregon State accomplishment to brag about.


Director’s Cut: Keeping a promise to serve you better

… Part of our institutional personality to try to be authentic about what we can deliver …


Director’s Cut: We’re glad you asked how you can help

Here at the alumni association we want to be that “something” and help you make those connections.


Director’s Cut: An authentic sense of coming home

As I walk around this magnificent campus and visit with people, I am filled with wonderful memories.


Two alumni leading university outreach

From the Fall 2011 Oregon Stater After two national searches, OSU President Ed Ray this summer selected a pair of Oregon State alumni with roots in Oregon and broad experience off campus to lead the university’s two major communications and outreach organizations. Oregon civic leader Steven J. Clark, president and publisher of the Portland Tribune [...]


Back in the Day: History by the Moment

I have decided to say goodbye by indulging myself one last time in my favorite passion as an Oregon Stater: discussing the defining moments in this university’s history.


Porter begins term as board president

John Porter, a 1983 graduate in business from Tualatin, is the 2011-2012 president of the OSUAA Board of Directors.


Starkers, Leggett receive top honors from association

Bond and Barte Starker, co-owners of Corvallis-based Starker Forests Inc., received the OSUAA’s highest award.


Ciufetti is distinguished professor

Lynda Ciuffetti of the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology in the College of Agricultural Science received the OSU Alumni Association Distinguished Professor Award for 2010.


University community loses Popovich, Wheeler, Poirot

Milosh Popovich, Sam Wheeler and Jim Poirot leave strong legacies at OSU.


OSU Alumni Association steps up its Portland presence

Portland-area alumni of Oregon State University will find it easier than ever to connect with each other and with the university as the OSU Alumni Association doubles its full-time alumni relations presence in Oregon’s largest metropolitan area. The greater Portland area is home to nearly 50,000 Beaver alumni and supporters, and the alumni association has [...]


Director’s cut: A day for Beavers to get busy

It is no surprise … that Oregon Staters turn out in big numbers and do amazing things.


OSU alumni honored at event in desert

Friends and supporters of OSU headed to the annual Destination OSU celebration in Rancho Mirage, Calif., this spring to celebrate the university and to honor alumni for service to the university.


Fall brings Homecoming events

Mark your calendars, Beavers everywhere: Homecoming this year is Oct. 31 through Nov. 5.


Alumni travel growing

With nearly 15 trips per year and an average of 150 travelers, OSUAA programs have evolved to become more educational and tailored to the needs and interests of alumni.


OSU alumni honored

Six distinguished Oregon State University alumni returned to campus in October for OSU’s Homecoming as part of the Alumni Fellows Program, sponsored by the OSU Alumni Association.


New home for College of Business: Strong start inspires support

Joan and Ken Austin make lead gift to build a new home for the College of Business.


Board officers selected, advisory council launched

Penny Yano Atkins, a 1979 business graduate from Caldwell, Idaho, has been named president of the OSUAA Board of Directors.


Director’s Cut: New initiatives aimed at getting more alumni involved with OSU

The OSUAA board and professional team have charted a bold and exciting course to grow our ability to serve and engage more alumni.


OSUAA Executive Director Todd to leave for B.C.

OSUAA Executive Director Jeff Todd will leave OSU in September


Awards given; Ducks made Beavs

Two Ducks who are loyal Beavers are among those honored by the OSU Alumni Association.


OSU names Kasten interim head of Alumni Association

Christi Kasten has been named interim executive director of the Oregon State University Alumni Association and director of the OSU Office of Alumni Relations. She succeeds Jeff Todd, who announced his resignation last month to accept a position at the University of British Columbia. Kasten has been associate director for operations and board relations for [...]


OSU Alumni Association names new officers; launches advisory council

Penny Atkins, a 1979 business graduate from Caldwell, Idaho, has been named president of the Oregon State University Alumni Association board of directors.


Marking the “soft launch” of staterblog

Today marks the soft launch of staterblog, a news and information blog for graduates and friends of Oregon State University, published online by the OSU Alumni Association.


Day of Service: Good work, new friends for OSU

A slide show captures images of OSU alumni and friends helping out in their communities.