HCSA Events
TODAY & WEEKLY! Honors College Student Association (HCSA) Club Meetings
This Monday, come meet other students, volunteer, practice leadership, plan events or get involved with the Honors College this fall! The Honors College Student Association holds general meetings every Monday from 5 to 6 p.m. in LInC 368. We’re looking for new students to join the leadership team and have specific positions open for first-year students! Come learn more about HCSA! All HC students are welcome to join.
NEW! Election Roundtable Event!
HCSA is hosting an election roundtable event on Monday, December 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. in LINC 343. It will be an informative and communicative event and features guest speaker Philipp Kneiss, a professor at OSU in the Political Science department. There will also be free dinner provided from Chipotle, so please do come and encourage peers as well to engage in healthy, guided conversation. We hope to see you there!
HC Announcements & Events
NEW! Honors College and SLUG hours this week
The Honors College office and the SLUG will close this week on Wednesday, November 27 and will remain closed through Sunday, December 1, reopening on Monday, December 2.
Innovation for Social Impact – Winter 2024 (HEST/ANTH 201)
Explore social impact through engineering, anthropology and entrepreneurship in this hands-on, project-based course. Open to all majors, with no prerequisites. Honors sections available; course counts toward the Humanitarian Engineering minor and Design for Social Impact certificate. For questions, email Dr. Nordica MacCarty: nordica.maccarty@oregonstate.edu.
UPCOMING! SLUGFEST at Interzone!
SLUGFEST is back! This event will take place on Saturday, December 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Interzone. The first half or so will be students in the HC 407 Body Horror colloquia class live reading their short stories from their class this term. The second half will be live music from local punk band gossiphound, no cover. All ages (but keep in mind the content). Come get weird and loud with us!
WEEKLY! Wednesday Walks with Cedar and Taylor!
Join OSU’s best pup, Cedar, and HC Student Engagement and Recruitment Coordinator, Taylor Maki, for Wednesday Walks with Cedar and Taylor! This will be about a one hour, leisurely and laid back walk through campus every Wednesday from 2:30-3:30 p.m., open to all HC students! No registration is required, and you don’t need to stay for the whole time! Just find Cedar and Taylor and the walking crew outside the LINC on the lawn and bring your best walking shoes. Read more about our pal Cedar here!
WEEKLY! Tea Time with Taylor!
Join HC staff member Taylor Maki for weekly tea (or coffee!) and a casual hang and chat. This is a great opportunity to connect with others, share about your HC experience with Taylor, and relax with a nice hot bev! HC students that live outside of Sackett and West are welcome to join! Hot drinks will be provided- good conversations are provided by you!
Sackett Tea Time: Tuesdays from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
West Tea Time: Thursdays from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
HC Course Spotlight
Phase 1 Winter registration opened Monday, November 18, and Phase 2 Winter Registration opens Thursday, December 6. Check out our spotlight on Winter 2025 Honors Course offerings here!
CS 162H: Introduction to Computer Sciences II (Ecampus)
Provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of computer science. Studies basic data structures, computer programming techniques and application of software engineering principles. Introduces analysis of programs.
CS 331H: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Fundamental concepts in artificial intelligence using the unifying theme of an intelligent agent. Topics include agent architectures, search, games, logic and reasoning, and Bayesian networks.
PSY 340H: Cognitive Psychology
We will explore theories and findings from cognitive psychology—the study of the mind—and consider what they tell us about real-world tasks such as driving, studying, making financial decisions, or giving eyewitness testimony. Along the way, we will recreate some classical experiments on attention, memory, and decision making, and read some cutting- edge research on the role of our mental processes in our everyday performance.
SOC 205H: Institutions and Social Change
Sociological study of the dynamic organizational nature of society through analysis of social change and major social institutions such as family, education, religion, the economy, and political systems.
HC 407 Eco-Comedy: Laughter and Satire in an Age of Environmental Catastrophe
Our current environmental predicament would seem to be no laughing matter. Yet comedy in general and satire in particular have long worked not only to entertain and even shock us, but also to make us think critically and self-reflectively about the complexities, contradictions, and hypocrisies of our human and social realities. To consider the uses (and abuses?) of eco-comedy, we’ll analyze and discuss recent examples in a variety of media, including editorial cartoons, animated TV shows (especially South Park), stand-up comedy routines, movies (especially Don’t Look Up [2021]), and novels (including Ned Beauman’s award-winning, wonderfully titled nearfuture eco-satire, Venomous Lumpsucker).
HC 407 Enigmatic fossils: Are Ediacaran fossils earth’s oldest animals or a failed experiment in evolution?
What can we learn about an animal from outward appearance alone? Paleontologists wrestle with this question when peering at fossils, the preserved remains of once-living organisms. No fossils have puzzled, vexed, or inspired paleontologists more than the enigmatic Ediacaran Biota, a collection of morphologically diverse, soft-bodied organisms that appear globally in rocks from 575 ““ 541 million years ago, well before the Cambrian “˜explosion’ of animal life. We’ll scrutinize replicas of Ediacaran fossils to debate whether these organisms are related to modern phyla (or instead “˜failed experiments’ in animal evolution) and to speculate on how they lived.
HC 407 Sport Psychology: A Critical Analysis of Ted Lasso
This course will examine concepts in sport and performance psychology using the Apple TV hit series Ted Lasso. Students will analyze and debate what works and why when it comes to the mental side of sport performance, as well as translate what they learn into actionable strategies.
HC Study Groups
WEEKLY! HC Peer Study Sessions
Want some help with a variety of coursework topics? HC peer tutors can help! Check out study groups for writing, biology, math, physics, and chemistry and bring your HC friends! Any questions about tutoring can be directed to Bailey Garvin (bailey.garvin@oregonstate.edu).
Writing Study Group Information:
Need some help in your Writing class(es)? HC peer tutor Connor is available to help. Bring your HC classmates to study/ write together. You do not need to be in Honors writing courses to attend.
- Mondays 6 – 7 p.m. in SLUG 350
- Tuesday 10 – 11 a.m. in SLUG 350
- Thursdays 10 – 11 a.m. in SLUG 350
- Or join Connor via Zoom!
Biology Study Group Information:
Need some help with your Biology class(es)? HC peer tutor Juna is available to help. Drop in any time! Bring your HC classmates to study together. You do not need to be in Honors biology to attend.
- Tuesday from 5 – 6:30 p.m. at LInC 343
- Wednesday from 10 -11:30 a.m. at LInC 350
- Or join Juna via Zoom!
Math Study Group Information:
Need some help in your Math class(es)? HC tutors Roan is available to help! Drop-in anytime. Bring your HC classmates to study together. You do not need to be in Honors math to attend.
- Tuesdays from 3 – 5 p.m. in the Valley Library, Room 1812
- Or join Roan via Zoom!
Physics Study Group Information:
Need some help in your Physics class(es)? HC peer tutors Kilene is available to help. Drop-in anytime. Bring your HC classmates to study together. You do not need to be in Honors physics to attend.
- Tuesdays from 5 – 6:30 p.m. in the SLUG study room.
- Wednesdays from 10 – 11:30 a.m. in the SLUG study room.
- Or join Kilene via Zoom!
Chemistry Study Group Information:
Need some help in your Chemistry class(es)? HC peer tutor Rhea is available to help. Drop-in anytime. Attend with your HC classmates to study together. You do not need to be in Honors chemistry to attend.
- Mondays from 11 a.m. – noon
11/4-12/2- LInC 360 - Tuesdays from 4:45 – 5:45 p.m. in the SLUG study room.
- Fridays from 5 – 6 p.m. in LInC 360
- Or join Rhea via Zoom!
Scholarship & Financial Aid Opportunities
MHFEI Scholarship Application Live!
Apply here for 2025-2026 scholarships through The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. by Friday, January 31, 2025. Open to all undergraduate students pursuing a career in the material handling, supply chain, and logistics industry! Multiple scholarships available from $1,500 to $6,000. Scholarship awards for the 2025/26 academic term will be announced by April 30, 2025.
Target Programs:
- Industrial Engineering
- Industrial Distribution
- Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
- Business & Management related to Material Handling or Supply Chain Management
- Structural Engineering with a focus on cold-formmed steel design
- Engineering Technology
- Computer Science related to Material Handling & Supply Chain Imaging and Camera Based Vision Systems Identification/Bar Codes/RFID/LIDAR Sensors/RADAR Sensors
Differential Tuition and Emergency Grant & Experiential Learning Scholarship applications now available on ScholarDollars
All current Honors College students can apply for the Honors College Experiential Learning Scholarship to support travel to professional conferences, thesis research, costs associated with enrollment in Honors College courses and participation in HC international opportunities. Applications are available through ScholarDollars. Students with financial hardships can also apply for the one-term Honors College Differential Tuition and Emergency Grant of $520, with eligibility for two grants during their time in the HC. For more information, contact bailey.garvin@oregonstate.edu.
HC Experiential Award Application
Honors students who have submitted a thesis proposal are eligible to apply for an Honors Experiential Scholarship of up to $750 in support of participation at a professional conference or engagement in thesis research. Contact Kevin Stoller at kevin.stoller@oregonstate.edu with questions.
Professional Development & Job Opportunities
DEADLINE UPCOMING! CHARTER Fellows Program Opportunity
The Cascadia Coastlines and Peoples Hazards Research (CoPes) Hub is recruiting up to 10 undergraduates from any discipline to join the CHARTER Fellows program starting Winter 2025. Fellows will engage in research on coastal hazards, earn a $1,000 stipend, gain hands-on experience, and participate in a fully funded summer bootcamp. Interested sophomores and juniors should apply by Friday, November 29, 2024.For more information, contact Maya Trajkovski at trajkovm@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Research Opportunity with Dr. Sanghyun Hong
Dr. Sanghyun Hong (College of Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science) is seeking students to work on improving the safety and trustworthiness of (multi-modal) language models and their systems, including developing auditing tools, identifying vulnerabilities, and designing solutions. Opportunities may be remote depending on the project. Contact sanghyun.hong@oregonstate.edu to learn more. For other research opportunities, visit beav.es/Gxk.
Research Opportunity in Structural Steels and Molten Salt Environments
Samuel Briggs in the College of Engineering is looking for up to two students to support research on structural steels in liquid metal and molten salt environments. Projects include electrode design for monitoring molten fluoride salt, assembly and calibration of liquid sodium test systems, instrumentation design, and materials characterization. This opportunity is for students on the Corvallis campus only. Contact samuel.briggs@oregonstate.edu for details. You can apply here.
Research Opportunity in Applied Magnetics Lab
Albrecht Jander is looking for curious, independent students to join the Applied Magnetics Lab at OSU-Cascades. Help develop and test magnetic materials and devices for communications and computation, with roles available for students interested in electronics, mechanics, optics, physics, and software. Learn more at Applied Magnetics Lab. Contact jander@oregonstate.edu for details. You can apply here.
Research Opportunities in Environmental Sensors and Robotics
Jonathan Nash from the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences is offering several research opportunities focusing on the design and fabrication of environmental sensors, robotic and autonomous systems, and remotely operated vehicles. Projects may include fieldwork in oceans and ice, with available data for undergraduate theses in physics, math, engineering, and related fields. Open to students on the Corvallis Campus only. For more information, contact Jonathan.Nash@oregonstate.edu. You can apply here.
Research Opportunities in Environmental Sensing Technology
Chet Udell from the College of Arts, Engineering, Environment, and Society is seeking undergraduate students for various initiatives in environmental sensing technology and interdisciplinary projects. While a one-year commitment is required, opportunities for hands-on involvement include DSI courses, Honors Theses, Capstone projects, and URSA Engage. Note that these positions are currently only available on the Corvallis Campus. For more details, visit dsi.oregonstate.edu, chetudell.com, or open-sensing.org, or contact udellc@oregonstate.edu. You can apply here.
Engineering Education Research Opportunity: LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent Topics
Sarah Oman from the College of Engineering is seeking undergraduate researchers interested in LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent issues in engineering education. Students can choose a specific focus on either topic or explore the intersection of both. This project builds on previous research and aims to identify trends, demographics, and research gaps in these areas, with flexibility for students to pursue specific interests. Contact sarah.oman@oregonstate.edu for more information. You can apply here.
Research Openings in Network Security and Internet Measurement
Zane Ma from the College of Engineering is seeking undergraduate researchers interested in network security and internet measurement. Current areas include 5G networks, security economics, internet cartography, and client/server authentication. Students from any OSU campus may be eligible. Learn more at zanema.com/research or contact zane.ma@oregonstate.edu to discuss options. You can apply here.
Research Opportunity: Community Impacts of Energy Systems
Shawn Hazboun in the School of Public Policy is seeking students for research on community impacts of energy systems, public perception of renewable and fossil fuel projects, and the transition to a carbon-free future. Open to students on any OSU campus; remote work may be possible. Contact shawn.hazboun@oregonstate.edu for more information. Opportunities close January 1, 2025. You can apply here.
Research Opportunity in Signal Processing Devices
Albrecht Jander seeks a motivated student to develop computer models of spin wave and acoustic wave interactions for new signal processing devices. Ideal candidates have an interest in programming or software engineering and a background in physics; C programming skills are a plus. This project will leverage GPU computing on OSU’s high-performance cluster and possibly the upcoming NVIDIA supercomputer. Open to students from all campuses. Contact jander@oregonstate.edu for details. You can apply here.
Student Employee Position – Social Media & Outreach
The Marine and Coastal Opportunities (MACO) office is seeking a student Media and Communication Technician to support MACO’s social media and outreach coordination. This position supports MACO staff with creating and editing social media content, fliers, and digital media. This individual will also provide website development assistance. This opportunity reports directly to the MACO Communications Coordinator and gives students a chance to gain the experience, knowledge, and skills to develop and produce specific media and communication products for higher education programs. To view more information and to apply, view the full job posting. Questions? Email Simone Burton, simone.burton@oregonstate.edu, or call 541-737-2780.
Translator Needed: Russian-speaking student/professor
I’m Katie, a fourth-year completing my honors thesis on the Russia-Ukraine War (its impact on both Ukrainian and Russian individuals). For the past year, I’ve been communicating with a woman in Uzhhorod, a safe haven in Ukraine. She speaks Russian, and my goal is to capture her incredible story of resilience. We would love to have a phone call with you to translate. Please feel free to contact me at livermka@oregonstate.edu. We would be so grateful for your help!
OSU Student Energy Analyst Position
Would you be interested in an on-campus job working with industry clients to reduce energy use and improve productivity, while applying what you are learning in your classes? The OSU Energy Efficiency Center (EEC) is looking for motivated student energy/technical analysts to work part-time during the school year (10-15 hrs/week) and during the summer (30-40 hrs/week). The OSU EEC offers comprehensive, student-led, on-site energy and productivity assessments to small and medium-sized manufacturers through a US Department of Energy funded program. Student teams advised by engineering faculty visit manufacturers and seek ways to increase their productivity and reduce energy use and waste. These engineering analyses and improvement recommendations are compiled into a report and delivered to the client. It is a great way to see many different industrial processes and learn about ways to save energy. Visit eec.oregonstate.edu more information about the OSU Energy Efficiency Center. Apply here.
University Legislative Scholars Applications Open
The University Legislative Scholars (ULS) program offers a year-long opportunity to engage with public policy at the state and federal levels. Students can join tuition-free or for two credits per term. Participants meet with legislators, learn about government careers, visit the State Capitol, and build connections with peers. Scholarships are available. All majors are encouraged to apply, with a focus on underrepresented and STEM students. Apply here. For questions, contact David Rothwell at David.Rothwell@oregonstate.edu.
ASA Content Tutors Needed
Academics for Student Athletes is hiring content tutors this fall! These paid on-campus positions offer flexible schedules and are a great way to use your classroom knowledge to help fellow students. Applicants must be sophomores with a 3.0 GPA or higher. All majors are encouraged to apply. Tutoring will be in-person during fall term. Apply here. For questions, contact Lacey Smyth at lacey.smyth@oregonstate.edu.
Campus-Wide Events & Opportunities
NEW & TODAY! Mellow Mondays
Join us to kick back and explore Native identities through film in the Kaku-Ixt Mana Ina Haws (Native American Longhouse) on Monday, November 25 from 8 to 10 p.m. Drinks and snacks provided!
NEW! Paws to De-Stress
The end of the term can be ruff! Take a break from studying to hang out with some super cute therapy dogs and de-stress on Tuesday, November 26 and Wednesday, November 27 from noon to 1:45 p.m. in the MU Main Lounge! This event is presented by CAPS and the MU and is offered each Tuesday and Wednesday during weeks 9 and 10 every term.
UPCOMING! College of Forestry Winter Solstice Celebration Volunteer Opportunity
Volunteers needed for the College of Forestry Winter Solstice Celebration on Saturday, December 14 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Forestry Club Cabin at Peavy Arboretum. What a great way to unwind after finals week with guided walks, seasonal activities, nature crafts, hot cider, and community. Sign up for volunteer opportunities here. You should attend the event anytime from 2 to 5 p.m. to learn about nature in the winter (even if you don’t want to volunteer). See more information here.
Food Waste Survey (Gift Card Drawing!)
The USDA estimates 30-40% of America’s food is wasted annually, impacting climate and pollution.
Your participation in our survey will help us better understand household food waste behaviors and attitudes to improve educational strategies. You can also enter a drawing for a $10 Amazon gift card (one per every 50 responses). You can take the survey here. For questions, contact Dr. Quincy Clark at quincy.clark@oregonstate.edu. Thank you for your time and consideration!
Truckin’ Tuesdays at the Memorial Union
Truckin’ Tuesday is community event hosted by the Memorial Union Activities Team focused on bringing different types of foods to campus through food trucks! Most Tuesday’s there will be a variety of trucks next to the MU Quad open to students, staff, and the public. This is a chance for people of all ages on the OSU campus to try new foods, support local businesses, and add a little bit of sparkle to their Tuesdays.
Students: Borrow your 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. Visit their Textbook Lending Program website to see resources available at the BNC. Visit the BNC in-person at Champinefu Lodge to check out course materials.
HC Resources
The Honors College main office in LInC 450 is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. HC staff is on hand during business hours to assist with questions, help with scheduling appointments or just chat and share some free candy. You can also get in touch with the main office by contacting honors.college@oregonstate.edu or by calling 541.737.6400.
Submit Nomination for Student Spotlight
The HC is currently accepting nominations for students to feature in our student spotlight series. If you know of a student who you think deserves recognition submit their name and the reason for the nomination here.
Honors College Advising Resources
From guiding you through the thesis process, to monitoring and supporting your honors degree progress, your honors academic advising team is here to help! As a reminder, though you are only required to meet with your Honors College academic advisor once per year, feel free to meet with your HC academic advisor whenever you have questions. Below, we’ll leave you with some tips and resources that should be helpful over the coming terms:
- You can schedule an appointment with your academic advisor through the Success Team Tab on Beaverhub
- Registration for winter term is right around the corner, here are some tips and tricks to help you prepare.
- You can also utilize our Honors College Academic Advising page for reminders on How to find Honors Courses.
- For general academic advising questions, please reach out to hcadvisor@oregonstate.edu
Honors College student learning space
The Honors College student learning space, the SLUG, opens Tuesday, September 24. Located in Learning Innovation Center 340, the SLUG offers students study spaces, snacks and free printing. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. For the first weeks, there will be minor renovations in the SLUG.
“Forgot Your Lunch?” Station Available in SLUG
The Honors College is back with 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-serve and can be accessed any time that the SLUG is open in the kitchen area.
The student computer lab and lounge (the SLUG) on the third floor of LInC 340 will be open:
- Monday-Thursday – 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Friday – 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday – noon to 6 p.m.
- Sunday – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
These resources are available throughout the term.
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