Find Your First Job Summer Drop-ins

Rest easy, y’all: you’ll continue to have free access to career advising this summer! Find Your First Job entails drop-in career advising via Zoom every Tuesday in July and August at 4 PM. Find Your First Job is ideal for new grads looking to polish their resume, practice writing cover letters, hone their interview skills, and strategize next career steps. Get details and RSVP for Find Your First Job here.

Free Finals Week Group Fitness Classes

Need a healthy way to relieve some stress this week? Look no further than Dixon Rec Sports because group fitness classes are free for all students through June 10! Come give a class a try; who knows, it may even become your new hobby or passion if it isn’t already! Register for free group fitness classes here.

STEM Slam: Comedy Meets Science

Break up your finals week with a study break like no other: join the “Funny Science” Honors College 407 class for STEM Slam, their final showcase of science comedy via written pieces, videos, live performance, visual art, etc.! This comedic/artistic/scientific showcase is happening on Tuesday, June 9 at 6 PM at Interzone on Monroe Street near campus. Grab a coffee or tea and a sandwich, and trade your books for a momentary laugh.

June 1

Corvallis campus students may register for online Fall 2026 classes

June 5

Last day to withdraw from the term

Upcoming Opportunities

Bingo and Bites: World Cuisine and Prizes

Bingo and Bites, coordinated by the Hungry Passport (i.e., the Nutrition major cohort), will bring together the Corvallis community to encourage exposure to globally diverse cultural foods and offer rounds of bingo with exceptional prizes and a silent auction full of donations from local businesses. Bingo and Bites will happen on Thursday, June 4 at 6 PM at the Corvallis Community Center. All proceeds of this event will be donated to Prelude, an eating disorder treatment and recovery community. Feel free to e-mail any questions to thehungrypassport@gmail.com, and you may purchase Bingo and Bites tickets here.

Public Health Professional Panel

On Wednesday, June 3 from 11 AM–1 PM in HFC 115, all are welcome to check out an informal panel hosted by a student team working with Dr. Jonathan Garcia and Ashley Vaughn as part of their Systemic Mentorship Community of Practice. Featuring Dr. Jeff Bethel, Dr. Chunhuei Chi, and Dr. Josh Jorgensen, these professionals focus on on Public Health Misinformation as an issue addressed through relationship-building. Snacks and drinks will be provided, and accommodations for disabilities and dietary restrictions may be made.

Apply for the Early Care and Education Explore Program

The Early Care and Education (ECE) Explore Program is a unique partnership between OSU’s Family Resource Center and the School of Human Development and Family Sciences. ECE Explore allows for the immersion into Infant and Toddler Programs at Azalea ECE Center and facilitated engagement with ECE and HDFS professionals; it’s structured to explore facets of the ECE field, focusing on infants and toddlers. This 10-week opportunity happens over one term during the 2026–27 academic year with an accompanying stipend of $750. Interested? Apply for the ECE Explore Program here no later than Friday, June 5 at 11:59 PM. Questions may go to Bridget Hatfield.

Free Virtual Meditation Training

Need something to soothe the soul before finals? How to Meditate is a calm, progressive mindfulness training with meditation teacher, Will Duncan, and Marigold Director, Kate Gallagher. Supporting a flourishing practice, comprehension of a meditative path, and community, this is relevant to beginner and experienced meditators alike. Held via Zoom on Monday, June 1 at 5:30 PM, this free training is open to all. Register for How to Meditate here.

May 25

Priority registration for Fall 2026 continues

June 5

Last day to withdraw from the term

Upcoming Opportunities

HDFS Spring Hangout

Join the Human Development and Family Sciences students and faculty on Wednesday, May 27 from 12–3 PM at the SEC Outdoor Pavilion for snacks, crafts, lawn games, and more! Everyone is welcome to hang out, and feel free to bring friends; the weather should be great!

DIY Job Shadow Workshop

Interested in exploring a career path but not sure where to start? Creating your own job shadow is a great way to gain real-work insight and make professional connections. Join us for this virtual session, where we’ll walk through the step-by-step process of setting up your own shadowing experience. You’ll learn tips for finding professionals to shadow, writing a strong intro e-mail, prepping for the shadow, and following up. Feel free to register for the Wednesday, May 27 virtual workshop from 12–1 PM or register for the Thursday, May 28 virtual workshop from 5–6 PM, and contact Wendy Allison with questions.

Healthcare Admin: Human Care in a Digital World Discussion

Curious about what happens behind the scenes in healthcare? Register to join the Healthcare Admin Ask Alumni panel on Thursday, May 28 from 5:30–6:30 PM. to explore the vast and evolving healthcare administration field and its career mobility, leadership opportunities, and competitive earning potential. OSU’s online Healthcare Administration degree is designed to fit into your life, helping you advance your education while continuing to work, build experience, and navigate other duties. Hear from alumni across the industry share how they’ve elevated their careers into leadership roles. This session is for individuals at various stages of their professional journey, ready to impact their field. 

Join the Public Health Undergraduate Student Advisory Committee

Seeking a meaningful leadership opportunity as a way to advocate for your peers? Consider the Public Health Undergraduate Student Advising Committee! Open to Public Health majors and minors (including Global Health, EOH, and Social Change for Health) from Corvallis campus and Ecampus, this opportunity entails bimonthly meetings with the Public Health undergraduate program director and two or three annual meetings with the Public Health faculty committee. Apply for a seat on the advisory committee by Monday, June 1. Notifications will go out later this summer.

Use the COH Course Finder

Since summer and fall registration have kicked off, don’t forget about the COH course finder, an easy tool to search for required and meaningful in-person and online classes counting towards COH majors and minors, Bacc Core and Core Ed categories, etc. Check it out, and tell all your friends!

May 18

Priority registration for Fall 2026 begins

June 1

Corvallis campus students may start enrolling in online classes

June 5

Last day to withdraw from the term

Upcoming Opportunities

Society of Healthcare Administrators Hosting Guest Speaker

All are welcome to check out the Society of Healthcare Administrators‘ (SHA) guest speaker, Meagan English, the Chief People Officer for Marquis Companies, present on her work and other aspects of healthcare administration. This event will be on Tuesday, May 19 at 5:30 PM in Waldo 400 and livestreamed via Zoom as well. Oh, and there’ll be free food! You may RSVP for our SHA event here. For questions or assistance with accommodations, please contact Dr. Aurae Beidler.

HDFS Spring Hangout

Join the Human Development and Family Sciences students and faculty on Wednesday, May 27 at the SEC Outdoor Pavilion for snacks, crafts, lawn games, and more! Everyone is welcome to hang out, and feel free to bring friends; the weather should be great!

Join the Public Health Undergraduate Student Advisory Committee

Seeking a meaningful leadership opportunity as a way to advocate for your peers? Consider the Public Health Undergraduate Student Advising Committee! Open to Public Health majors and minors (including Global Health, EOH, and Social Change for Health) from Corvallis campus and Ecampus, this opportunity entails bimonthly meetings with the Public Health undergraduate program director and two or three annual meetings with the Public Health faculty committee. Apply for a seat on the advisory committee by Monday, June 1. Notifications will go out later this summer.

COH Offers Accelerated Master’s Degrees in HDFS, Public Health, and Nutrition

Thinking grad school? The COH is proud to offer multiple accelerated master’s platforms (AMP) that let you complete up to 20–22 grad-level credits during your last year of undergrad, saving time and money. Reach out to COH Admissions with questions anytime.

The HDFS Applied Behavioral Health AMP prepares you for hands-on careers in mental health. It’ll also help you gain eligibility as a Qualified Mental Health Professional in Oregon.

The Public Health AMP is solidly grounded in population health, prevention, and social change. Ideal for Public Health and other majors, it’s also a good step for Public Health minors; up to 13 credits for the minor may apply toward the MPH.

The Nutrition Science AMP—ideal for Nutrition majors—will train you for careers in research, government, the food industry, etc. Through advanced metabolism and nutrition therapy courses, you’ll hone analytical and communication skills while undertaking faculty-mentored projects.

May 15

Last day to change the grading basis of a class (by 12 PM)

May 15

Last day to withdraw from a class with no tuition refund (by 11:59 PM)

May 18

Priority registration for Fall 2026 begins

June 5

Last day to withdraw from the term

Upcoming Opportunities

Bingo and Bites: World Cuisine and Prizes

Bingo and Bites, coordinated by the Hungry Passport (i.e., the Nutrition major cohort), will bring together the Corvallis community to encourage exposure to globally diverse cultural foods and offer rounds of bingo with exceptional prizes and a silent auction full of donations from local businesses. Bingo and Bites will happen on Thursday, June 4 at 6 PM at the Corvallis Community Center. All proceeds of this event will be donated to Prelude, an eating disorder treatment and recovery community. Feel free to e-mail any questions to thehungrypassport@gmail.com, and you may purchase Bingo and Bites tickets here (pro-tip: purchase tickets by May 20 for the $12 early-bird price!).

New Minor: Community Nutrition

Ever wanted to explore how food, nutrition, and education shape health in local and global communities? The Community Nutrition minor, a Corvallis campus offering, helps you stand out in any major with practical, real-world skills in nutrition, equity, and community well-being. This minor is open to all majors with a rich array of elective options, and it appears on your official OSU transcript.

Virtual Workshop: Write with the Body: Moving beyond Writer’s Block

Got a writing project in the works but having difficulty staying motivated? Consider Write with the Body: Moving beyond Procrastination and Writer’s Block, where you’ll explore your relationship with procrastination and fear of failure to help you get started, keep going, and finish projects. This Writing Center-led workshop will be on Wednesday, May 13 at 12 PM via Zoom. You’ll make 20 minutes of writing progress on a current project (bring one to work on!) while learning how to add yoga, stretching, and mindfulness practices to the writing process. We’ll identify and practice contemplative tools to help you find motivation and clarity and offer desk-friendly options for gentle stretching and movement (no yoga mat needed). Register for Write with the Body here.

Beavers Belong Undergrad Support Group Meeting

Beavers Belong is a student-led network through which you can connect, feel heard, and find your place at OSU. On Tuesday, May 12 from 2:30–3:30 PM in Memorial Union 062, Beavers Belong will host a meeting for any interested undergrads to share common experiences and challenges, including adjusting to college, forming connections, balancing academics with social life, and whatever else participants would like to discuss. For more info on this meeting, feel free to contact Molly Murphy of CAPS. If you can’t make this meeting, no worries; there will be more, each spotlighting specific support groups.

May 15

Last day to change the grading basis of a class (by 12 PM)

May 15

Last day to withdraw from a class with no tuition refund (by 11:59 PM)

May 18

Priority registration for Fall 2026 begins

June 5

Last day to withdraw from the term

Upcoming Opportunities

Join the Student Health and Wellbeing Advisory Board

The Student Health and Wellbeing Advisory Board (SHAB) is accepting new member applications for the 2026-2027 school year and would love for you to apply! SHAB is a student-led organization that partners with other campus organizations to represent and advocate for student health and wellbeing needs. It’s a chance to be a leader; not only will your voice be heard, but you can make sure other students are heard as well. We meet on Mondays from 4–5 PM every term and occasionally for voluntary on-campus events. Access the Student Health and Wellbeing Advisory Board application here; apps are due by Sunday, May 10.

Get Free Financial Advice from CAFE

Want to better understand things like financial aid, billing, scholarships, and basic budgeting? Want to collaborate on creating a personalized plan to help fund your college education? Come meet with someone (for free!) from the Center for Advancing Financial Education (CAFE) in the Women’s Building Mondays or Wednesdays from 2–4 PM this term. Just complete this short online form to sign up with a CAFE Peer Mentor.

Virtual Workshop: Searching for Jobs and Internships

It’s not too late to find a great job or internship for this summer or beyond, as many employers are still actively recruiting Beavers! To learn more, check out the Career Development Center’s virtual Getting a Damn Job workshop on Tuesday, May 12 from 5–6 PM. You’ll gain critical tips and strategies to streamline your search and help you find the right career opportunity before the summer arrives. You may register for our workshop via this link and contact Fred Polinder with any questions.

Virtual Workshop: Academic Success for Learners with ADHD

Join us for a virtual workshop on Tuesday, May 5 from 3–4 PM to explore strategies that support academic success while working with ADHD instead of fighting against it. We’ll discuss how ADHD impacts focus, planning, and emotional regulation; introduce wellness practices that aid brain function; and share practical strategies for studying and learning with ADHD. Participants will also learn approaches for strengthening self-advocacy skills and connecting with resources designed to support students with ADHD. Register for this workshop via this link, and reach out to Leela Magdaleno, Ecampus Success Coach, with questions.

New Minor: Social Change for Health

The Social Change for Health minor explores how social, economic, and political factors shape health outcomes and how we can create a more just, equitable system. You’ll design and evaluate policies and programs that improve lives, reduce health disparities, and support healthier, more inclusive communities. It’s a good fit if you’re interested in health equity, advocacy, community engagement, or systems-level change. Plus, it’s only 27 credits and available to both Ecampus and Corvallis campus students.

May 15

Last day to change the grading basis of a class (by 12 PM)

May 15

Last day to withdraw from a class with no tuition refund (by 11:59 PM)

May 18

Priority registration for Fall 2026 begins

June 5

Last day to withdraw from the term

Upcoming Opportunities

KIN 343/344 Deadline for the Fall is May 1

KIN majors with the PTAH option (i.e., the option is officially added to your degree plan): if you want to earn experiential credit through KIN 343 (Seminar) and KIN 344 (Practicum) this fall, the deadline to apply is Friday, May 1. Here’s the KIN 343 app, and here’s the KIN 344 app (these should be taken together). Any questions may go to Emily Norcross.

Snag a Summer Job Shadow by May 1

Still curious about the Job Shadow Program this summer? Good news: there are still several stellar professional opportunities available (both in person or remote) with organizations like First Alternative, Oregon Tilth, Hauck Health & Performance Solutions, etc. You may apply for a summer job shadow by Friday, May 1.

Serve on the First-Year Leadership Committee

Calling all leaders! The newly minted First-year Leadership Committee (FLC) is a mentorship program within Associated Students of Oregon State University (ASOSU). While general committee membership is for first-year students, there are four (4) open officer positions to be filled by any OSU student. Applications for the FLC officer roles are open through Sunday, May 3. Regardless of your major, these paid positions offer real-world, marketable skills and a chance to positively impact campus life. Questions may go to ASOSU senators.

Fulbright US Student Program Info Sessions

The Fulbright Scholars Program offers the opportunity for students to go abroad after graduation for independent research, graduate study, art projects, or English teaching opportunities. Available in 140 different countries, grantees participate in invaluable intercultural educational opportunities and hone professional skills. Next Tuesday, May 5 in LINC 343 from 4–5 PM, National and Global Scholarships Advising will host an info session on teaching English abroad via Fulbright. Then, Wednesday, May 6 in LINC 343 from 4–5 PM, they’ll host a similar info session on engaging in international research or performance art via Fulbright.

Check out the Community Nutrition Minor

Would you like to explore how food, nutrition, and education shape health in local communities? The Community Nutrition Minor, open to all Corvallis campus majors, can help you better grasp this vital intersection and support your career goals by offering practical, real-world skills in nutrition, equity, and community well-being. The minor also appears on your official OSU transcript. Want to know more? Meet with your advisor!

May 15

Last day to change the grading basis of a class (by 12 PM)

May 15

Last day to withdraw from a class with no tuition refund (by 11:59 PM)

May 18

Priority registration for Fall 2026 begins

June 5

Last day to withdraw from the term

Upcoming Opportunities

Apply for CORE Transitions Learning Assistant Openings

COH is hiring undergraduate Learning Assistants (LA) to help deliver CORE Transitions, a course designed to engage incoming OSU students with practical skills, tools, and knowledge for success at OSU. Applicants must be active, motivated undergraduate students at OSU. LAs typically commit between 4–6 hours per week (depending on how many courses they support), attending a weekly preparatory meeting with the faculty leader of the course and working respectfully with students to facilitate learning in lecture, recitation, and/or Ecampus settings. The priority deadline for consideration is the end of today, April 20, but consideration is still possible after this date. Access the application to become a CORE Transitions LA here.

Job Shadow for a Day this Summer

The Career Development Center is accepting applications through Friday, May 1 for its Summer 2026 job shadows with a variety of local industries and employers. These job shadows, which typically span one or two days, can be in person or virtual. Job shadowing is a wonderful, quick, low-stakes career experiment to gauge your interest in a particular field or occupation. It can also result in meaningful networking, mentorship, etc. If that sounds good to you, apply for a summer job shadow here.

Health Professions and Grad School Fairs

Starting this week, we invite you to check out two upcoming OSU-based career fairs: the Health Professions Fair on Tuesday, April 21 from 10 AM–2 PM in the Dixon Rec Lower Gym, and the Grad School Exploration Fair on Wednesday, April 29 from 11 AM–2 PM in the MU Horizon Room. Whether you want to be a fly on the wall or to actively network with the employers and admissions reps, all are welcome. For accommodations, please contact the Career Development Center.

Register for the NW NARCH Summer Research Training Institute

The Northwest Native American Research Center for Health (NW NARCH) is accepting applications for its Summer Research Training Institute (SRTI) through Friday, May 1. The SRTI, which happens from June 8–19 in Portland, is designed for health professionals and students interested in Native health research. Each week entails short, skill-building courses in data science, research, and project implementation. If you’re up for this opportunity, register for the NW NARCH SRTI here.

April 13

Registration for Summer 2026 opens (no Ecampus restrictions for anyone)

April 19

Last day to withdraw from a class and get a 50% tuition refund

May 15

Last day to change the grading basis of a class (by 12 PM)

May 15

Last day to withdraw from a class with no tuition refund (by 11:59 PM)

May 18

Priority registration for Fall 2026 begins

June 5

Last day to withdraw from the term

Upcoming Opportunities

National Student Employment Week

OSU is excited to participate in National Student Employment Week ! Join us in building a yearly tradition of celebrating the students who work while completing their degrees and the supervisors who support them. Corvallis campus will host an OSU Student Employee celebration on Tuesday, April 14 from 3–5 PM in the Memorial Union Ballroom.

Accelerated Master’s Platform Info Session for Public Health, Nutrition, and HDFS

Thinking about grad school but still have questions? Come chat! All are welcome to join any or all of three (3) COH accelerated master’s platform (AMP) info sessions this week. Through these programs, you can begin your graduate studies during your last year as an undergraduate, taking up to 20–22 grad-level credits at the undergraduate tuition rate.

First, the Master of Public Health (AMP-MPH) info session is on Wednesday, April 15 from 2–3 PM in Hallie Ford Center Room 115 or via Zoom. Please register for the AMP-MPH info session here.

Second, immediately afterwards, the Master of Science in Nutrition Science info session is also on Wednesday, April 15 from 3:30–4:30 PM in Hallie Ford Center Room 115 or via Zoom. Please register for the Nutrition AMP info session here.

Third, the Master of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences with the Applied Behavioral Health option (AMP-ABH) info session is on Thursday, April 16 from 11 AM–12 PM in Hallie Ford Center Room 115 or via Zoom. Please register for the AMP-ABH info session here.

For questions or accommodations regarding any of these info sessions, please e-mail Dr. David Cortez or Sarah Salam of COH Admissions.

Take OSU Resources Survey; Enter to Win $25 Gift Card

OSU has numerous resources, but we often don’t hear about all of them, and students may not find what they need when they need it. By taking this anonymous, 3-minute survey on OSU resources, you can help our COH-based student group understand the needs and barriers to resources for students and how resources can be made more accessible and effective. Upon completing the survey, you’ll be entered into a raffle to win one $25 gift card, and we’re giving away four gift cards. The survey is designed to make a real impact on student well-being at OSU; your feedback will directly contribute to shaping future resource accessibility on campus. The survey closes today, April 13, at 11:59 PM.

COH Career Connections Networking

Career Connections is a COH event designed to help you hone your professional networking while connecting with industry partners, peers, and alumni. Register to attend the in-person and/or virtual Career Connections event here. This interactive event is offered in two formats: (1) virtually on Thursday, April 16 from 4–6 PM PT for Ecampus students, Cascades campus students, or those who can’t attend in person; (2) in-person at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center on Friday, April 17 from 9:30 AM–3:30 PM PT. The focus is on skill building, professional practice, and creating meaningful connections with others in your community.

Getting a Dam Job: How to Change Career Directions

Most of us don’t have a linear career path, and that’s okay. We often have experiences that don’t directly align with a specific career goal yet are still deeply valuable. In this workshop, part of the Spring 2026 Getting a Dam Job workshop series, you’ll learn about transferable skills—how to identify yours, and how to leverage them towards your career goals. This virtual workshop will be held via Zoom on Thursday, April 16 from 5–6 PM PT. Please register for the career directions workshop here, and contact Erich White with any questions.

Out of the Darkness Campus Walk

On Saturday, April 18 at 10 AM in the Student Experience Center Plaza, the a COH team, Mental Health, Widely Shared, is walking for OSU’s Out of the Darkness Campus Walk to support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. This is a meaningful chance to come together around something central to our work across COH; whether teaching, researching, practicing, advising, or mentoring, we’re all connected to the realities of mental health and the importance of community care. This walk is one way to enact this. You’re welcome to join the team, walk with us, or support the effort via donation. Join or donate to our team here.

Join Beavers Belong Support Network This Spring

The Beavers Belong Support Network has just announced its Spring 2026 group meeting schedule. Feel free to check out any support group (e.g., Undergraduates, Graduates, Disability Group, and Financial Stress Group), and join the e-mail list if you want to become more involved. Any questions may go to Molly Murphy.

April 12

Last day to add a class with instructor approval (send approval to advisor)

April 13

Registration for Summer 2026 opens (no Ecampus restrictions for anyone)

April 19

Last day to withdraw from a class and get a 50% tuition refund

May 15

Last day to change the grading basis of a class (by 12 PM)

May 15

Last day to withdraw from a class with no tuition refund (by 11:59 PM)

May 18

Priority registration for Fall 2026 begins

June 5

Last day to withdraw from the term

Upcoming Opportunities

Celebrate National Public Health Week

In honor of National Public Health Week, Public Health students have planned a week of fun events from Monday, April 6 through Saturday, April 11 for anyone at OSU. Come as you are, and connect with colleagues, students, alumni, and community members. On Saturday, April 11 from 10 AM-1 PM at Student Legacy Park Field 3, we’ll have our fourth annual Student/Alumni vs. Faculty/Staff Kickball for the Community game and lunch; sign up here if you’d like to play kickball (and win!). For questions and accommodation requests, please contact Ashley Vaughn.

Meet with a CAFE Peer Mentor This Spring

The Center for Advancing Financial Education (CAFE) is coming to the Women’s Building this spring! CAFE Peer Mentors will offer free one-on-one appointments, self-study modules, and presentations on topics such as paying for college (e.g., billing, financial aid, scholarships, resources), budgeting, post-college financial planning, etc.  Sign up for in-person or virtual meetings with a CAFE Peer Mentor happening Mondays and Wednesdays from 2-4 PM this term. If you have any questions, please contact Lori Hodgert.

Understanding Student Veteran Experiences Panel and Social

All are welcome to join us on Thursday, April 9 from 3-5 PM in Snell 150 for Service to Student Success, a meaningful conversation and social to unite leaders and advocates from the veteran and higher education communities. Learn directly from Student Veterans as they discuss the unique challenges veterans face, the resources that help them succeed, and the importance of continued investment in veteran support programs on college campuses. Panelists include Corey Boatwright, Nikki Gold, Angelina Stafford, Willie Elfering, and Don Phillips. If you need accommodations, please contact Military & Veteran Resources.

Knight-Hennessy Scholarship Info Session

Thinking of how to fund grad school? Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University invites you to register to attend an upcoming in-person info session on Monday, April 13 at 5 PM in STAG 262. An admission officer will speak about the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program and its admission process and answer your questions on the Knight-Hennessy scholarship experience. This scholarship aims to prepare the next generation of global leaders to address the increasingly complex challenges in our world. Up to 100 high-achieving students with demonstrated leadership and civic service will be chosen to receive funding to pursue a degree at any of Stanford’s seven internationally top-ranked graduate schools.