Rootstock Spring Hours
The College of Forestry Rootstock Pantry’s spring term hours for undergraduate students will be Thursdays 11am-1pm and Friday from 10:00am – 12:00pm. Visit Rootstock if you are in need of pantry items (pantry and refrigerated foods available), toiletries, and kitchen items. Visit the Rootstock webpage for more information and grad hours. The Rootstock Pantry is located on the first floor of Peavy across from the elevator and the Student Services Office.
Rootstock will be CLOSED over the summer and will reopen in the fall. If you are experiencing food insecurity, please visit the Basic Needs Center.
Lost and Found Reminder
The lost and found in the Student Services Office is full of lost items. Come by before the term ends if you’ve lost something in or near Peavy & Richardson. Any items not picked up will go to the central lost and found.
Graduate Regalia
Grads Give Back: Grads Give Back Gown Share provides donated regalia to students who face economic barriers to participating in commencement.
University Legislative Scholars Program
The University Legislative Scholars is a year-long experiential learning program that
enables students to engage in current public policy issues at the state and federal
level while also increasing student advocacy in the Oregon legislative process.
Students can enroll in the course for two credits per term that apply to their majors.
Scholarships are available for select students. Please contact David Rothwell (david.rothwell@oregonstate.edu) for any questions.
Participants in ULS…
- Engage in Team Building Exercises with Students From a Diverse Set of
Backgrounds and - Meet with Legislators, Advocates, and Legislative Staff
- Learn About Careers and Internships in State and Federal Government
- Gain Holistic Knowledge about The Legislative Process Through Experiential
Learning - Visit the State Capitol and Gain Valuable Insight into Politics from Key Policy
Makers
Recruitment and Application Process for the 2025-26 Academic Year:
- We are recruiting students for participation in next year’s program.
- All majors are encouraged to apply
- We are actively seeking the participation of historically marginalized, under-represented, and STEM students who are interested in engaging in the policy and political process.
- Visit this site for more information, and here for the application.
- Applications are due June 15th.
Summer Marine TEK Course at HMSC
Thinking With Oceans is a hands-on, transdisciplinary course exploring marine issues through Traditional Ecological Knowledges (TEK), Western science, and environmental feminist philosophy. Over five days on the Oregon coast, students will examine diverse human and nonhuman relationships with oceans, engage with TEK and feminist approaches to conservation, and explore ways to improve marine relations. Activities include guest sessions with marine biologists, tribal members, and a local artist leading an ocean-themed painting workshop. The course also features an overnight stay and behind-the-scenes tour at the Oregon Coast Aquarium. Join Dr. Rebekah Sinclair June 16th – June 20th at Hatfield Marine Science Center for this class! CRN: 74448.
Restoration Ecology
Immerse yourself in the science and philosophy of restoring ecosystems in the Montana
backcountry. Delve into the ecological, cultural, and policy aspects of restoration while camping in stunning landscapes, participating in ongoing restoration efforts, and exploring key issues in environmental management. June 13 – July 8, 2025 | August 3 – 23, 2025. Apply here.
Montana Afoot and Afloat
Explore Montana’s stunning landscapes on foot and by boat in this immersive field course.
Combine hiking, paddling, and place-based learning to study watershed health, wildlife
conservation, and public land management while engaging with local communities and
Indigenous perspectives. This transformative program fosters leadership, critical thinking,
and a deeper connection to nature. Fall Semester Course | Aug 29 – Oct 30, 2025. Apply here.
You got questions, we got answers
Do you have questions about registration, grading policies, OSU’s new Financial Readiness and Success policy, and wish there was a one-stop-shop for all your questions?
The College of Forestry Student Success office is continually compiling answers to your most common questions and including them on their FAQ page. The SSO FAQ page can help with questions about the new Duo authentication tool and provide you with important dates and deadlines to help keep you on track. Check it out!
Sustainability Opportunities and Services
Volunteer with School District Elementary Green Teams– The Corvallis Sustainability Coalition’s Education Action Team is recruiting volunteers to assist with Corvallis School District Elementary Green Teams. Volunteers support the School Sustainability Leaders by assisting with Green Team meetings, gathering supplies, or contacting speakers. Once-a-week and once-a-month volunteering opportunities are available. Apply here if interested!
Students: Borrow textbooks for free! The Basic Needs Center (BNC) has a Textbook Lending Library open to all on-campus students that includes books, calculators, chemistry model sets, and more. Click here to see resources available and make requests for additions to the library. For more information, visit 1030 SW Madison Ave., call 541-737-3747, or email bnc.help@oregonstate.edu.
Join Sunrise Corvallis– Fight for climate justice. Sunrise Corvallis has hybrid meetings every Tuesday at 6 pm – come to Hovland Hall Room 104 or attend via Zoom. Join to make a real impact, participate in mutual aid and direct action, and be part of a powerful community of justice organizers.
Looking for ways to get involved in the community?
Looking for ways to get involved, learn new skills, and give back? Check out these volunteer opportunities!
- Opportunities: Check out CEL’s Database, this article from the Corvallis Advocate, and VolunteerMatch to find volunteer opportunities. Additionally, consider volunteering with the library, Benton County, Corvallis Sustainability Coalition, Stone Soup, the Audubon Society, Grace Center for Adult Day Services, the Majestic Theater, the Corvallis Environmental Center, Vina Moses, or Corvallis Fall Festival. Many more opportunities can be found with a quick search; feel free to contact us if you need ideas!