OSU State of the University Address 2019

OSU College of Pharmacy alumni, students, faculty and guests
at the 2019 OSU State of the University Address

OSU State of the University Address

On Thursday, February 7^th, 2019, Oregon State University President, Edward J. Ray, gave the annual State of the University Address at the Oregon Convention Center. Many were present to hear his highlights of how OSU has been transforming Oregon, the nation and the world. He also shared how OSU plans to face the challenges that lie ahead by advancing a legacy of excellence in teaching, innovation and engagement.

Alumni, students and faculty alike came to represent the College of Pharmacy. We would like to extend our thanks to those who joined us:

Shelton Louie (’78), Frosty Comer (’68), Vicki Comer, Michael Deam (’91), Michelle Murray (’86), Carl Heisel (’75), Cory Huot (’97), Larry Cartier (’74), Becky Cartier, Amy Valdez (’99), Lincoln Alexander (’15), Long Trinh (’14), Andrew Norwood, and current P3 students Rachel Proteau, Van Anh Vu, Heather Nielsen, and Brian Destine.

P3 students Van Vu (’20), Brain Destine (’20), Heather Nielsen (’20), and Rachel Proteau (’20)

President Ray said of Oregon State’s notable achievements in 2018, “Our faculty and students drive our success. They are critical thinkers. Determined. Collaborative. Confident. They explore new frontiers and solve today’s most pressing issues.
“Yes, Oregon State is 150 years old. And while for some, 150 years may seem like a place to stop and rest, I guarantee you, we are not done. Rest is for others. Not for Oregon State or Beaver Nation.
“Our Portland activities include research partnerships with business, industry and the region’s hospitals. And service to those in need by the Oregon State pharmacy students working within the Bridges Collaborative Care Clinic with OHSU and Portland State students to provide medical care and compassion to the region’s homeless.
“Researchers within OSU’s Linus Pauling Institute, the colleges of Science and Pharmacy and other universities have developed an enhanced dressing to ward off post-surgery infections in patients.”

In regard to the University’s future, he closed by saying, “We have so much work to do as we begin Oregon State University’s next 150 years. I know that by working together we can help transform rural and urban communities. As president or Oregon’s statewide university, I look forward to collaborating with each of you, the governor, our legislators and other to provide for a bright future of equal opportunity for all Oregonians.”

If you want to read his full speech, you can find it here.