HC Announcements & Events
THIS WEEK! Join the Honors College for a Thesis Peer Panel!
Current or recently graduated HC students will talk about their experience with their thesis process. Bring your questions about how they found their topic, managed their time, completed their research and wrote a thesis. This panel is open to any HC student, regardless of where they are at in their thesis project. The Thesis Panel will be on Tues, Apr. 15 at 4 p.m. in LInC 343 or online! Reach out to Bailey Garvin (bailey.garvin@oregonstate.edu) if you have any questions.
NEW! 2025 Honors College Spring Gala
The Annual Honors College Spring Gala is happening Fri, May 9 this year and will be held in the CH2M HILL Alumni Center. The theme this year is western chic with a special appearance from the OSU Western Line Dance Club! So put on your cowboy boots and come celebrate the end of another amazing year with the Honors College! The event starts at 6 p.m., dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and dancing will be start at 7 p.m. There will be a musical guest and awards given out! Watch out on our Instagram for information regarding dress code! Find the RSVP link here.
NEW! Celebrating the Class of 2025!
Honors College students who graduated or are graduating between Fall 2024 and Summer 2025, please submit to our Alumni Gallery to share your accomplishments and future plans. If you don’t have a photo you’d like to share, you’re welcome to contact HC Communications Coordinator Kallie Hagel (kallie.hagel@oregonstate.edu), who can take a headshot to submit! Submit here: beav.es/Nf7
NEW! Stage 1-3 Thesis Drop-In hours in the SLUG and on Zoom:
HC Thesis Resource Navigators will be hosting drop-in hours in the SLUG and on Zoom for any questions you might have regarding your thesis. If you’re unsure where to begin, having trouble identifying mentors to connect with, or not sure how to write your Thesis Proposal (among other things), our navigators are here to guide you in the right direction. If you are unable to make it to any of their drop-in sessions, feel free to reach out to them directly by completing the Request a Navigator webform. If you have questions around Stage 4, we’ll be hosting thesis workshops between 4-5 p.m. every week day in LInC 450 and on Zoom! Please email dewi.roberts@oregonstate.edu if you have any questions.
Weekly drop-in times:
· Mondays 1-4 p.m. in the SLUG and on Zoom
· Tuesdays 2-4 p.m. in the SLUG and on Zoom
· Wednesdays 12-1 p.m. in the SLUG and on Zoom
· Fridays 10-11 a.m. in the SLUG and on Zoom
Join the Zoom Meeting here. Password: HCThesis
NEW! Stage 4 Thesis Drop-In Workshop Hours
The HC is excited to offer drop-in thesis hours for students who are in stage 4 of their thesis! These will be happening in LInC 450 and on Zoom, where they’ll run Monday through Friday from 4-5 p.m. Whether you’re grappling with formatting challenges for your pre-text pages, have questions about the external communication requirement, or encounter any other thesis-related issues, this is your opportunity to seek assistance! Please email dewi.roberts@oregonstate.edu if you have any questions.
NEW! Support the Honors College: Dam Proud Day is on Wednesday, April 30!
Get ready, Beavs! Dam Proud Day, OSU’s annual day of giving, is approaching on Wednesday, April 30. Your support means everything to us as we strive to unlock over $60,000 in challenge donations by reaching our goal of 120 individual gifts. Every gift made to the Honors College this Dam Proud Day supports HC student scholarships that provide honors undergraduates with access to research, curricular and experiential opportunities. We believe that the cost of an Honors College education shouldn’t be a barrier for any student to earn Oregon State’s most prestigious undergraduate degree. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 30, and spread the word! Early giving opens Tuesday, April 16: https://beav.es/wFN.
NEW! Dam Proud Day Street Fair
Stop by the SEC Plaza on Wed, Apr. 30, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to celebrate Dam Proud Day with the Honors College! HCSA and HC Student Ambassadors will be tabling with Crumbl Cookies for sale and Honors College trivia! Come say hi, grab a treat, and show your support!
NEW! Participants wanted for survey on food insecurity
Honors student researcher Roman Quick is seeking students to participate as volunteers in his thesis research on food insecurity. From Quick, “this is an optional survey on the food programs and strategies utilized by the OSU student population. It includes general questions as well as questions about your familiarity with food programs and strategies. Your participation, regardless of your experience with food programs or strategies, is useful to understanding the OSU student population.” Find the consent statement and survey here.
NEW! Participants wanted for survey on perceptions of vaping — earn a Cold Stone or Amazon gift card!
Honors student researcher Niki Raj is seeking students to participate as volunteers in her thesis research on “Vaping Perceptions among College Students.” From Raj, “this is a 15–20-minute survey that allows us to observe trends among different demographics regarding topics such as quitting, exposure to vaping products, emotions/feelings vaping, etc.” Participants’ names will be kept confidential and completition will receive a $5 cold stone or amazon gift card. Find the consent statement and survey here. For more information or if you have concerns, please contact Dr. Kari-Lyn Sakuma
at (541) 737-3835 or KariLyn.Sakuma@oregonstate.edu.
Honors College Alumni Pathways Conversation on Following Your Own Career Path After Graduation with Kenan Heppe, ’11
All Honors College students are invited to an Honors College Alumni Pathways remote conversation on Following Your Own Career Path After Graduation with honors alum Kenan Heppe, ’11, on Mon, Apr. 21 from 4:00-4:50 p.m. PDT over Zoom. Kenan is known online as “The Chinese Tones Guy,” with over a billion views of his Mandarin Chinese videos that both educate and entertain. In China, he’s known for being one of the only Western actors to land a lead role in a Chinese feature film (you can also see him as Mike Evans, the lead antagonist in the original Chinese version of The Three Body Problem, called “Three-Body,” on Amazon Prime). His talents and skills have taken him all over the world, but his background hasn’t always been performance. He graduated from Oregon State in 2011 with an Honors Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, and he was the first student in over 16 years to graduate with a 4.0 GPA in that major. Kenan believes OSU’s campus, courses and community helped him take advantage of the necessary skills to fuel his dreams. At this online Honors Alumni Pathways conversation, he’ll share his path and answer questions. RSVP to get the Zoom link here.
Sign up to volunteer for Earth Saturday of Service!
The Honors College is partnering with Community Engagement & Leadership for a service project this spring! Join us on Saturday, April 26, for the Earth Saturday of Service, where we’ll help with Garden and Greenhouse Care at the Corvallis Waldorf School. Volunteers will weed, prune and mulch native plant beds and garden paths to support the school’s outdoor spaces. Spots are reserved for Honors College students, but space is limited! If you are interested in participating, please either sign up by emailing Taylor Maki (makit@oregonstate.edu) or by scanning the QR code on our posters in the SLUG, Honors College LINC classrooms, or in West and Sackett Halls. If this project fills up, or if you are interested in another one, check out Community Engagement and Leadership’s website for more info. Any questions about this can be directed to Taylor Maki, email above.
Dean and Friends Lunch on Multidisciplinary Collaboration in Artistic Projects and Installations with award-winning public artist Larry Kirkland
All Honors College students are invited to a Dean and Friends lunch on multidisciplinary collaboration in artistic projects and installations with Larry Kirkland, ’72, on Tues, Apr. 29 from noon-12:50 p.m. PDT in LinC 345 and over Zoom. Larry is one of the leading public artists in the world today. He has collaborated with design professionals and community leaders to create art works to honor individuals, places, communities and events at locations across the world. He has created works for the Brown University Alpert School of Medicine; Pennsylvania Station in New York City; the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital; the California Museum of Science in Los Angeles; several federal courthouses; the American Red Cross Headquarters; the National Academies of Science in Washington D.C.; Putra World Trade Center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Hong Kong Central Station; and Kansai International Airport in Osaka, Japan. His memorials include works at the Civil Rights Garden in Atlantic City, the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial in Washington D.C., the Southwestern Pennsylvania World War II Memorial, and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta. His most recent work was a waterfront park on the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington, completed in 2018, and he is currently creating a Peace Corps Commemorative Park adjacent to the U.S. Capitol. He has extensive work on public art selection and review panels, as well, and has written several art master plans. For his work, he’s received a fellowship from the National Endowment of the Arts and alumni recognition from Oregon State University. Larry graduated from the Oregon State University honors program that preceded the current Honors College with a degree in art. For this special Dean and Friends lunch conversation, Larry will discuss the collaborations between engineers, construction managers, artisans, researchers, writers, landscape architects, architects, lighting designers, and more that have been behind his projects, focusing on selected examples. Lunch will be provided to in-person guests. RSVP to reserve your spot here.
Faculty Research Showcases
The Faculty Research Showcases are an excellent way to connect with faculty members, learn more about their research and potentially get involved in projects that could be the basis of an HC thesis. Even if you don’t yet feel ready to begin research or are not sure about your interests, attending these events helps you to explore opportunities and make connections. Corvallis students are expected to join in person. Ecampus and Cascade students are encouraged to join via Zoom (link sent 2 days before event). College(s) of Liberal Arts, Business, Health, Education and Pharmacy on Tues, Apr. 29 from 4- 5:30 p.m. in LInC 228 & Zoom. RSVP strongly encouraged but not required for in person attendance.
Submit Creative Works to the NCHC Journal of Undergraduate Research and Creativity Activity
UReCA: The NCHC Journal of Undergraduate Research and Creativity Activity welcomes your research and creative submissions before June 1. UReCA is sponsored by the National Collegiate Honors Council, and is currently managed, edited and produced by a team of twenty-nine undergraduate students from each of the NCHC regions and a variety of backgrounds and disciplines. Though diverse, we share a common goal: the production of a prestigious national journal, for students, by students. You may visit the journal here. Read more and submit here.
HC Advising
HC drop-in advising is available the middle of the day, the middle of the week. Have a quick question for an advisor? HC advising drop-in hours are Wednesdays, from 11:30 to 1:30, in LInC 450 and on Zoom (meeting link is in HC Advising Canvas course).
WEEKLY! HCSA Meeting
Come meet other students, volunteer, practice leadership, plan events or get involved with the Honors College! The Honors College Student Association holds general meetings every Monday from 5 to 6 p.m. in LInC 345. We’re always looking for new students to join the team! Come learn more about HCSA! All HC students are welcome to join.
HC Study Groups
WEEKLY! HC Peer Study Sessions/Tutoring
Want some help with a variety of coursework topics? HC peer tutors can help! Check out study groups for writing, biology, math, and chemistry and bring your HC friends! This space can be used for study groups or 1 on 1 tutoring. You do not need to be in the Honors sections to attend. Any questions about tutoring or need help in another subject contact Student Engagement Coordinator: Bailey Garvin (bailey.garvin@oregonstate.edu).
Writing Study Groups: Biology:
Mondays 6 – 7 p.m. in LInC 350 Tuesdays 5 – 6:30 p.m. in LInC 360
Thursdays 12 – 1 p.m. in LInC 350 Wednesdays 10 – 11:30 a.m. in LInC 360
Fridays 12 – 1 p.m. in SLUG
Math:
Thursdays 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. in LInC 350
Chemistry:
Mondays 11 – 12 p.m. in LInC 350
Wednesdays 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. in LInC 360
Thursdays 5 – 6 p.m. in LInC 350
Study Abroad
NEW! Volunteer with Global Medical Brigades in Guatemala in December
Global Medical Brigades at Oregon State University is a student organization that works in partnership with Global Brigades, a nonprofit health and sustainable development organization. Since 2004, Global Brigades has mobilized tens of thousands of university students and professionals through skill-based programs that work in partnership with community members, improving the quality of life in under-resourced regions while respecting local cultures. Inspiring, mobilizing, and collaborating with communities to achieve their own health and economic goals, Global Brigades hosts medical clinics and economic development programs in Honduras, Panama, Ghana, Guatemala, Greece, and Belize. Our Oregon State chapter will be working in Guatemala during Winter Break, December 14-20, 2025. Join our brigade and help deliver a healthier future to underserved communities in the region. We meet Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. in STAG 111. Come to a meeting to learn more, or feel free to contact co-presidents Daniel Hay: (916) 277-3022, hayd@oregonstate.edu; or Kira She: (503) 887-5918, shek@oregonstate.edu. Participation in the brigade is open to any interested students.
Scholarship & Financial Aid Opportunities
THIS WEEK! Honors College Differential Tuition Scholarship
The Honors College recognizes that paying the differential tuition associated with HC enrollment can present a significant challenge. The Honors College Differential Tuition Scholarship is designed to make sure that students who are fully engaged with their HC education are not forced to withdraw due to the cost of enrollment in the college. Supported by donations from the Honors College community, Differential Tuition Scholarships are for $750-$1,560 for one academic year. The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. on Mon, Apr. 14. All students who wish to be considered for a 2025-2026 continuing student scholarship in the Honors College should apply to the Differential Tuition Scholarship through ScholarDollars. Only returning and continuing Honors College students who are making progress toward completion of Honors College degree requirements are eligible to receive a scholarship. View here for more information.
Oregon Space Grant Consortium (OSGC) 2024-25 Dr. Nancy Squires Memorial Academic Achievement Awards Call for Applications
The Oregon NASA Space Grant Consortium is pleased to release the Oregon Space Grant Consortium (OSGC) 2024-25 Dr. Nancy Squires Memorial Academic Achievement Awards Call for Applications. The Achievement Award is to honor Nancy Squires, who enthusiastically shared her passion for aerospace with all and inspired countless students to pursue a career in STEM. The following achievement awards programs are available for OSU students:
Undergraduate Achievement Award – $3,000
STEM Pre-Service Educator Achievement Award (MAT or MSEd students) – $5,000
Awards will be made in the following six categories:
STEM Education: Preparation to be a classroom teacher or an informal educator in a STEM field
Life Science: Includes biology, anatomy, astrobiology, zoology, botany, microbiology, physiology, biochemistry, neuroscience, and other related areas
Physical Science: Includes physics, astronomy, chemistry, earth science
Mathematics
Engineering and Technology
Non-STEM field with a significant connection to aerospace or space science (community college and undergraduate programs only)
Applications are due Fri, Apr. 25. Visit the Dr. Nancy Squires Memorial Achievement Award Program page for more information.
Honors College Emergency Grant
The Honors College Emergency Grant supports students facing unexpected expenses, including housing, meals, course materials, healthcare, vehicle repairs, and travel for family emergencies. Grants are up to $500 per term, with a limit of two grants during your time in the HC. Honors College differential tuition is not covered.
HC Experiential Learning Scholarship
The Honors College Experiential Learning Scholarship supports student engagement in the honors thesis (thesis proposal required), attendance at professional or academic conferences, payment of non-tuition fees associated with honors courses, or participation in an honors study abroad program. Applications are reviewed based on need, and the maximum award is $750. See here for additional information. Applications can be submitted through ScholarDollars and evaluated on a rolling basis.
Professional Development & Job Opportunities
Broaden your network at the Health Professions Fair
At the annual Health Professions Fair, on Tues, Apr. 22 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Dixon Recreation Center, students can connect with professional schools and programs with specializations in the healthcare industry. The Fair is a wonderful opportunity to learn about graduate education and careers in health care. Participating schools represent health professions programs in medicine, osteopathy, dentistry, pharmacy, chiropractic medicine, nursing, physical therapy, public health, health management and administration, medical physics, biomedical sciences and several others. Questions? Email maureen.leong-kee@oregonstate.edu
Apply to the 2025 Job Shadow Program
Want to get a real-life look at a career you’re interested in? Apply for the Job Shadow Program, where OSU students can explore potential career paths by shadowing someone in their place of work. The Career Development Center facilitates matches between students and working professionals, giving students the chance to gain realistic insights into the industry they’re interested in exploring. Most job shadows last one or two days, and many offer both in-person and virtual options. Apply here by Sat, May 3.
Become a student ambassador for the Oregon NASA Space Grant Consortium
Oregon Space Grant will select up to four (4) undergraduate students to serve as the face and voice of OSGC and share NASA’s commitment to STEM education through public outreach events. The program is open to OSU students in a broad range of disciplines, including, but not limited to, communication, education, marketing, and traditional STEM fields like engineering, mathematics, earth sciences, chemistry, biology, food science, and computer science. Up to four awards of $7,500 per award will be awarded in the 2025-26 Student Ambassador program, contingent upon funding from NASA Office of STEM Engagement.
Applications are due Fri, May 9. Information can also be found online at the OSGC Student Ambassador Program page.
HC Research Opportunities
Looking for research opportunities? Visit the bulletin board of positions posted by faculty covering a vast range of fields, sortable by college.
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 laura.merrell@oregonstate.edu.
Campus-Wide Events & Opportunities
NEW! Pride Center Grand Opening Celebration
Diversity & Cultural Engagement will be holding the grand opening to celebrate the new building! On Fri, Apr. 25 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m., at the Pride Center, 1553 SW A Avenue on the Corvallis campus. We will have brunch and a formal program from 11am-12:30pm in a tent in front of the center with speakers, performances, and memories from the Pride Center’s 20+ years of existence. Then from 12:30-2pm, attendees can take self-guided tours of the new space, mingle, take some fun selfies in our photo booth, and learn more about the Pride Center’s history.
NEW! Holocaust Memorial Week at Oregon State University from Apr. 21-25
April 21st to 25th marks the 38th annual observance of Holocaust Memorial Week at Oregon State University. This year’s events explore both past and present challenges to democracy and human rights, while also honoring the inspiring resilience and recovery efforts undertaken by communities targeted for genocidal destruction. The week begins with a talk “From Holocaust to Hope” on Mon, Apr. 21 at PRAx, Detrick Hall by Dr. Irene Butter, a survivor and refugee of the Holocaust who became a tireless peace activist. Register here. Please visit the OSU Holocaust Memorial Program events page for full details, speaker bios, lists of sponsors, registration links, and information about each event’s modality. Due to the generosity of our donors, all events are free and open to everyone, but advanced registration is required for some events. For accommodations related to ability email katherine.hubler@oregonstate.edu.
WEEKLY! International CommuniTea Hour
Come to SEC 112 every Wednesday from 4-5:30 p.m. for a place of community for and with international students. Free coffee, tea, hot chocolate and snacks from around the world! Funded by ASOSU and Student Experinces and Enagement.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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