Fall 2025 Academic Deadlines
Sunday, October 19 @ 11:55 PM: last day to withdraw from a class and receive a 50% tuition refund (a W will appear on your transcript but won’t affect your GPA)
Friday, November 14 @ Noon: last day to change the grading basis of a class (A-F to S/U or vice versa; here’s the COH S/U policy)
Friday, November 14 @ 11:55 PM: last day to withdraw from a class (no tuition refund)
Friday, December 5 @ 11:55 PM: last day to withdraw from the term
Awesome October Events
Check out the COH events calendar to see what’s happening these days! Here are some coming up:
Indigenous Peoples’ Week
OSU is honored to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Week from October 11-17, especially Indigenous Peoples’ Day, which falls today, October 13. All are invited to join these events and deepen their knowledge, starting with a screening of Free Leonard Peltier at PRAx today at 5 PM. Check out the Indigenous Peoples’ Week schedule of events to see how we’re celebrating.
Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Program for Pre-Health Students
Amazing new opportunity alert! COH is proud to offer our Peer-to-Peer Pre-Health Mentorship Program, a supportive and empowering initiative designed for students pursuing PA or pre-med careers. Newer students will be paired with experienced peers who’ll offer guidance on navigating academic pathways, preparing for professional school applications, and engaging in relevant experiences (e.g., research, volunteering, and clinical exposure). Mentors offer insight into time management, course planning, and wellness strategies; Mentees gain a relatable support system and greater clarity of their goals. This program fosters community, builds leadership skills, and enhances student success through shared experiences and mutual learning. Applications will be accepted through Friday, October 17; access the Mentor application or the Mentee application. Also, this is paid! When complete, Mentors will receive a $1,000 stipend; Mentees will receive a $500 stipend.
Health, Business, and Public Service Fair
A new term means new career and internship opportunities! Join us and register for the Health, Business, and Public Service Fair on Wednesday, October 15 from 11 AM-3 PM in the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. Whether you’ve never been to a career fair before, or whether you’re set on bringing copies of your resume and networking, all are welcome!
OSU Society of Healthcare Administrators/Executives Student Clubs
Looking for a career in healthcare? Intrigued by health systems and policy? Yearning for some leadership experience and/or extracurricular involvement? If any of this rings true, please join us for an info session for both OSU’s Society of Healthcare Administrators and the Society of Healthcare Executives on Tuesday, October 21 at 4 PM in Waldo 400 and via Zoom. Register via the QR code below, and feel free to reach out to Dr. Aurea Beidler with any questions.
Kaiser Permanente Annual Med Career Conference (Free!)
Kaiser Permanente is hosting its second annual Medical Career Conference on Saturday, November 1 from 8 AM-5 PM in Hillsboro. The conference, which is designed for college students who are aspiring medical professionals, is free of charge and includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks on the house. Registration is open now; you may visit the conference website or scan the QR code below to sign up.
University Legislative Scholars Program
Interested in public policy and advocacy? The University Legislative Scholars (ULS) program is a year-long experiential learning opportunity for students passionate about public policy, advocacy, and civic engagement. Offered fall, winter, and spring terms, this in-person course allows students to engage directly with state and federal policy issues and to learn how to advocate effectively in the Oregon legislative process, all while earning 2 credits per term. Ideal for 3rd- and 4th-year students, ULS requires an application and offers a unique chance to merge classroom learning with real-world impact.