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Here is today’s trivia question:

What country is associated with the invention of the log cabin?

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Summer is under two weeks away College of Forestry Undergraduates! Can you feel the sunshine yet? Summer in Corvallis can be a really fun time and there are many opportunities available!

If you are taking classes over the summer, you will be happy to know that the Academic Success Center is open during summer term.  The center is located in 102 Waldo Hall and can provide you with help in the following areas:

• Study skills
• Time management
• Effective note taking
• Avoiding procrastination
• Test taking strategies
• And many more!

When you are done studying for your summer classes, Corvallis is a great town to explore!  For all of the outdoor enthusiasts out there, consider checking out one of the many hiking trails in the College of Forestry’s own McDonald-Dunn Forest.  The Willamette River that runs through Corvallis is also a great place to cool off on a warm day in Corvallis.  There is also the Corvallis Farmers Market which is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9am to 1pm on the corner of First Street and Jackson Avenue in downtown Corvallis.

To all of the undergraduate students in the College of Forestry, we wish you a wonderful summer filled with sunshine and new experiences, and we also wish our graduating seniors luck as they enter the work force.

It’s been a great year and we will see you in September!

Happy Week 8 College of Forestry Undergrads!

With 22 days left until commencement, you may be wondering how the College of Forestry is celebrating its graduates.  Well, as we usually have had in the past, there will be a Commencement Continental Breakfast on June 13 from 8:00-9:15 am in the Peavy Hall Courtyard.  All faculty and staff are encouraged to attend!

New this year, the College of Forestry will be hosting a Commencement Dinner on June 12 at the Forestry Club Cabin in Peavy Arboretum.  In addition to recognizing graduating students, the Harold Bowerman Award and the Paul and Neva Dunn Award will also be presented.

Both of these events are designed for graduating seniors and their families and guests.  Please RSVP to Jessica Fitzmorris, Event Coordinator for the CoF or call her at 541-737-3161 with any questions!

Don’t forget to start studying for finals! Summer is almost here!

Hello College of Forestry Undergraduates!

Whether you are gearing up to graduate this June or have a few years ahead of you before attaining your undergraduate degree, the future can be a little daunting.

One option for the future could be attending graduate school!  To learn more about attending grad school here at OSU, you are invited to attend the Graduate Eduction Information Night!  The info night will be held on Tuesday, May 19 at 5:30 pm in the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Resource Center.

This information night will cover the basics of a graduate education including the following:

• What is graduate school?
• What are the benefits of a graduate degree?
• What are the basic admissions processes and requirements?
• How do I pay for my graduate education?

There will also be a Q&A session at the end of the evening.  If graduate school sounds even a little bit like a path you would be interested in, please attend the event!  For more information, visit the OSU Grad School Website.  If you have any questions, please call 541-737-4881 or email at graduate.inquire@oregonstate.edu.

Have a great weekend!

Grad Educ Information Night 5.19.15

GRADUATING SENIORS:

The last date to register for Commencement participation is May 29. If your plans change and you are unable to attend the ceremony, please return to MyOSU and cancel your attendance confirmation. Should you decide not to attend Commencement, you may pick up your diploma at the Registrar’s Office beginning June 15. To have your diploma mailed, go to myosu.oregonstate.edu

If you have any questions, contact either the Student Services Office at 541-737-1594 or the Registrar’s Office at 541-737-4331.

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New Student Club

Are you looking to become more involved in the College of Forestry?  Do you want to meet new people and expand your circle of friends?  Consider joining the new student club at Oregon State University; The Oregon State University Chapter of the International Society of Aboriculture, commonly known as the Arbor Club!

The goal of Arbor club is to connect students to the trees around them and create opportunities for stewardship and skill development. In Arbor club, our members will have the opportunity to get involved with tree planting, pruning, identification and professional tree climbing.

Arbor Club is a place for all people at OSU who have a passion for the trees around them. The club will provide exposure to a wide range of networking and professional skill development opportunities.

If you are interested in learning more or becoming a member of the Arbor Club, send an email to aboriculture@oregonstate.edu.

Career Development

Carolyn Killefer from Career Development Center will be in the Self-Learning Center in Peavy 252 on April 29, May 27, and June 10 from 9:00 am-11:00 am.  Feel free to bring in your resume, cover letter, or any questions you may have about how to be competitive when applying for jobs!  Take advantage of her expertise!

Good luck studying for midterms!!

-College of Forestry Student Services Office, Peavy 250, 541-737-1594

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Hello College of Forestry Undergrads! Graduating seniors, this message is for you!!

Spring term is already flying by and graduation is right around the corner.  Seniors may be getting anxious about what to do to ensure their timely graduation from Oregon State.  Here is a checklist of things to do to make sure you graduate as planned:

1. Reserve your place at the ceremony
   1. Register for Commencement at myosu.oregonstate.edu by April 24 to get your name printed in the 2015 Commencement program.  The last date to register for Commencement participation is May 29!
2. Attend the Grad Fair
   1. The Grad Fair is in the OSU Beaver Store on April 20-21 from 10 am to 4 pm.  At this event, you can purchase your cap and gown, class ring, yearbook, and commencement announcements.  Visit osubeaverstore.com/graduationcenter for more info!
3. Review your MyDegrees Audit with your adviser
   1. Talk to your adviser and make sure you are on track to graduate the term that you are registered to do so!  No one likes unpleasant surprises.
4. Ensure all your course work is completed
   1. Although “senioritis” is probably in full swing, make sure to get the last classes on your to-do list completed.
   2. For spring term graduates to be eligible to receive a diploma at commencement, all incomplete grades for required courses must be resolved and transfer credits must be on file before May 8.
5. Review preliminary grades for spring term
   1. Oregon State faculty will award preliminary grades to graduating spring term students by May 11. Be on the look out for that information!  If your ability to graduate is in question, you will be notified by your adviser or the Registrar’s Office.

Preparing for Commencement can be a very stressful time as a graduating senior.  Remember to still take time to enjoy your last term as an undergraduate at OSU and as always, feel free to contact the Student Services Office at 541-737-1594 for any support or information you may need!

Are you interested in taking your degree to the next level?  Did you know that you can attain your Masters degree in Business Administration in as little as 9 months?  Come find out more information about the MBA program at Oregon State University on Wednesday, April 15 from 5:00-6:00 pm in RH 107.

The Oregon State MBA is designed to meet your needs on your terms.  There are seven tracks you can frame your MBA degree around, including:

1. Business Analytics
2. Commercialization
3. Executive Leadership
4. Global Operations
5. Marketing
6. Research Thesis
7. Wealth Management

There are also two additional degrees in the MBA program, including the Accountancy MBA and Pharmacy MBA.

While it is mentioned previously that students can attain this degree in as little as 9 months as a full-time student, this program is also designed for part-time students.  Most of the seven tracks can be completed on a part-time basis in approximately 2-3 years.  To accommodate working professionals, courses are available in the evenings.

Check out the College of Business MBA website to learn more about the degree at OSU!  And don’t forget to put the MBA Info Session on your calendar for April 15 from 5:00-6:00 pm in Richardson Hall, Room 107!