HC Announcements and Events
NEW! Honors College Community Coffee
Join HC student, Staff, and Faculty for the Honors College Community Coffee-HC3 on Tuesday, Jan 28 From 8:30-10:00 am in the SLUG lounge.
LAST CALL! Application Now Available: Honors College Representative at the Michigan Clinical Outcomes Research and Reporting Program (MCORRP)
Through a generous gift by Dr. Kim Eagle, the Honors College is pleased to offer a paid internship with the Michigan Clinical Outcomes Research and Reporting Program (MCORRP). This summer internship program is a 10-week opportunity, starting in the first week of June and concluding in the first week of August at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor.
The internship includes a stipend, as well as a housing and travel allowance. To apply students should be interested in pursuing a career in healthcare and be a strong steward of OSU and the Honors College. For additional details andto apply please visit the MCORRP Summer Internship page on the Honors College website here. The application deadline is Friday, January 31, 2020.
Dean and Friends Coffee on Career Development and Transitions – 2/5/20
All Honors College students are invited to a Dean and Friends Coffee on career transitions and development on Wednesday, February 5th at 4:00 p.m. in LInC 360. We are especially pleased to have as our guest Jon DeVaan, a 1985 OSU graduate in mathematics and computer science who gave the OSU commencement address and received an honorary doctorate in 2011. Mr. DeVaan began a career at Microsoft in 1985, serving in a variety of executive and management roles until his retirement in 1999, most notably as senior leader of Microsoft’s Office and Windows businesses. He has been chair of the OSU Foundation Board of Trustees, and he has been recognized with an Alumni Fellow award from the OSU Alumni Association and induction in the Engineering Hall of Fame. Currently, he is working to reduce the corrupting influence of money in American politics; you can explore this work further here. At this coffee, he will discuss his long and diverse career and its transitions. All HC students are invited, but space is limited. Reserve your spot by emailing stollerk@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Throwback Thursday with Honors X! Take a study break and head to Sackett E/H Lounge from 6:00 – 7:30pm on Thursday, February 6, for Valentine’s themed cookie decorating, crafts and childhood favorite snacks and tv shows!
HCSA Winter Study Break: February 7th Stressed about midterms? Join the HCSA for a study break! Come to the SLUG on Friday, February 7th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Decorate some cookies, eat some snacks, and relieve your stress!
Join an HC Study Group
Got midterms coming up? Study groups are starting this week and are a great way to connect with other peers in classes to compare notes, discuss tough concepts, deepen your understanding, and study for upcoming exams and other assignments! Please note that these are informal study groups and student-run.
Below is the schedule for study groups that will take place in Sackett E/H Lounge. Need access to Sackett Hall? Please refer to the information below.
For any questions or concerns related to study groups please contact Rachel Navratil at rachel.navratil@oregonstate.edu.
CH 202: Tuesdays 2:00 – 3:00 pm
CH 232: Sundays 4:00 – 5:00 pm OR 5:00 – 6:00 pm OR 7:00 – 8:00 pm OR
Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:00 pm
CH 262: Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:00 pm
COMM 114: Sundays 1:00 – 2:00 pm OR 2:00 – 3:00 pm
CS 161: Mondays 3:00 – 4:00 pm
HHS 231: Sundays 8:00 – 9:00 pm
MTH 251: Wednesdays 5:00 – 6:00 pm
MTH 252: Mondays 5:00 – 6:00 pm OR Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:00 pm
MTH 254: Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:00pm OR 8:00 – 9:00 pm
HC Scholarships
Schoenstein Sustaining Excellence Scholarship – Apply by Feb. 15
Apply now for scholarships available to OSU students through OSU ScholarDollars, Oregon State University’s online scholarship management system. The OSU Alumni Association and Community Engagement & Leadership (CEL) are excited to accept applications for the Schoenstein Sustaining Excellence Scholarship. This fund was dedicated in order to provide scholarships for OSU students in their sophomore, junior, or senior year who are actively involved with activities beyond classwork, demonstrating they are well‐rounded, contributing members of the OSU community. The Schoenstein Sustaining Excellence Scholarship Fund will award three (3) students a one-time scholarship in the amount of $1,000.00 each.
Job and Internship Opportunities
NEW! Student Media Assistant (HC Monday Message): Apply by Feb. 12
Do you enjoy reading the Monday Message? The Honors College is looking for a media assistant to focus on compiling and publishing the Monday Message each week. The assistant will work in a team to create content, compile, proof-read and publish the message each week. To apply, access the job posting here by February 12. Questions may be sent to LeeAnn.Baker@oregonstate.edu.
Student Support Services (HC Peer Mentor Program Coordinator): Apply by Feb. 12
Are you looking to get involved with the Honors College? The Honors College is looking for a coordinators to assist with the Peer Mentor Program! The coordinator will work in a team to co-lead the program along with one other coordinator. The Coordinator will have the opportunity to make a difference in the personal development, guidance, and experience of first-year and transfer students, build close relationships with mentors and new students, and develop leadership skills. To apply, please access the job posting here by February 12. Questions may be sent to Rachel.Navratil@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Apply to be a Diversity Learning Assistant
Are you committed to social justice? Do you want to help make Oregon State a more welcoming place? Apply to be a Diversity Learning Assistant with University Housing & Dining Services! Applications close on Sunday, February 2nd. Compensation for DLAs includes:
-A furnished residence hall room on the Oregon State Corvallis campus for fall, winter, and spring terms
-A student staff meal plan
-A monetary stipend per term
For more information about the application process, please visit uhds.link/makeanimpact.
NEW! Apply to be an Academic Learning Assistant (ALA)
ALAs are responsible for providing academic support and faculty engagement opportunities in their assigned residential community. ALAs play an integral role in OSU’s First Year Experience (FYE) program, supporting first year students in their adjustment to the academic culture and rigor of Oregon State University. Apply to be an Academic Learning Assistant with University Housing & Dining Services! Applications close on February 3. Compensation for DLAs includes:
-A furnished residence hall room on the Oregon State Corvallis campus for fall, winter, and spring terms
-A student staff meal plan
-A monetary stipend of $300 per term
For more information about the application process, please visit https://uhds.oregonstate.edu/hallstaff/academic-learning-assistant
Campus-Wide Opportunities
LAST CALL! ASOSU Elections
The Associated Students of OSU has extended the candidacy registration deadline to 30th of January at 11:59 PM for the upcoming elections.
If you are interested in enacting change on campus, developing your leadership and communication skills, meeting other passionate and engaged folks, and getting involved here at OSU, we strongly urge you to run for a position.
Open positions include:
- Student Fee Committee Chair
- Speaker of the House
- Student Fee Committee Member at-Large
- Undergraduate Representatives
- Graduate Representatives
- Senate
- President & Vice President
To be eligible to participate, the candidates have to view an online information session. The online information session can be found on ASOSU’s website, HERE. Registration for candidacy must be completed by January 30th at 11:59pm on the ASOSU’s Elections page.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss further, feel free to reach out to us through asosu.elections@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Housing Kickoff
Oregon State students who want to lock in priority status for selecting next year’s housing can come to the Housing Kickoff, Tuesday, January 28 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the MU Horizon room. The event is a chance to learn about on-campus apartments, rooms and suites that are reserved for students in their second year of college or above. The first 100 attendees will receive a free Bluetooth speaker. All attendees receive priority housing registration status, free food and the chance to win a $250 gift card to the Beaver Store. For more information or questions about disability accommodations, contact Jen Rouse at 541-737-1055 or Jennifer.Rouse@oregonstate.edu.
New! Leadership Academy Suit Camp 2020 – February 8
The Leadership Academy’s annual Suit Camp is back! Have a summer internship, job, or MECOP interview coming up? Suit Camp offers a supportive environment where you can practice your interviewing skills in paired mock interviews with industry professionals; hone your networking skills; learn the ins and outs of “business dining etiquette” at our dining etiquette lunch; have your professional LinkedIn photo taken for free; and meet engineering students of all backgrounds and majors! Spend part of your Saturday with us – who knows, you may just meet someone who will be that important connection, that may lead to your next job or internship! Saturday, February 8, 10 am to 3 pm, Toyota Club Level at Reser Stadium. Lunch provided. RSVP at this link. Questions? Email coeleadershipacademy@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! 2020-2021 Tuition Discussions Scheduled
Join the OSU University Budget Office to discuss tuition, the ever-changing higher education environment and ask questions about the overall university budget. More at https://fa.oregonstate.edu/budget/tuition-fees/tuition-forum-schedule
HC Resources
These resources are available throughout the term.
Forgot your lunch? Light snacks available in SLUG!
The Honors College has launched a “Forgot your lunch?” station for you to have a snack or light lunch if you ever need it. Whether you need food because you forgot your lunch, are low on money, or simply need a snack – please help yourself to this free resource. The resource is self-serving and can be accessed any time that the SLUG is open in the kitchen area. For questions, please email Nathan.petitti@oregonstate.edu or Rachel.navratil@oregonstate.edu.
HCSA/Honors X general meeting! New members welcome!
Looking for an opportunity to meet other students and get involved with the Honors College? The Honors College Student Association (HCSA) and Honors X hold their general meetings everyMonday from 7 – 8 p.m. in LINC 345. All Honors College students are welcome to join!
HC Drop-In Advising Hours
Need help now? Stop by for advising without an appointment during drop-in hours. Drop-in advising is available Monday – Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Drop-in Advising Locations
Mondays and Tuesdays: LINC 440
Wednesdays: West 119
Thursdays: Sackett Suite 105 (F Wing)
Honors College Graduate Teaching Assistant Office Hours
Nathan Petitti and Rachel Navratil, the Honors College Graduate Teaching Assistants, will be hosting office hours throughout the term. Stop by if you have any questions regarding the Honors College, the Honors College Student Association, how to get involved, or just need general advice.
Nathan Petitti
Mondays: 3:00-6:00 in West Hall 121
Tuesdays: 9:00-3:00 in West Hall 121
Wednesdays: 3:00-6:00 in West Hall 121
Thursdays: 9:00-11:00 in LINC 433
Rachel Navratil
Monday: 4:00-6:00 in Sackett Hall 105 Tuesday: 10:00-1:00 in Sackett Hall 105
Wednesday: 10:00-12:00 in LINC 433
Friday: 1:00-4:00 in Sackett Hall 105
Need Access to West or Sackett Hall?
All Honors College students can access the West Hall main lounge, and Sackett Hall lounge and conference spaces on the east side of the building. If you live on-campus your OSU student ID has been programmed to allow you access into the Sackett F or E door (those main entrances on the east side of the building near wings F/G and E/H) and the main entrances to West Hall (both the east and west doors). Just place your ID up to the black proxy scanner and the door will unlock. If for some reason your ID is not coded properly request access by completing the survey at https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bmcLh4dwiae87YN
Access to West and Sackett common spaces is available Sunday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. These spaces are wonderful if you are looking for a place to meet with your study group, or find a quiet place to spread out. Use the space frequently as access expires if not used within 3 weeks. As a reminder, HC study groups and HC academic advising drop-in hours are also available in these spaces.
By: LeeAnn Baker
CATEGORIES: Monday Messages