Hi!  Working with distance students has been a passion of mine and goes waaaaaay back to 2006 when I taught OSU’s Career Decision Making course online for the first time. I admit I was skeptical at first about how to engage students in an online format, but I was pleasantly surprised by how active, interested, and connected online learners could be… often more so than their peers on campus. It was love at first “sight”, and I’ve been extremely lucky to continue to teach online ever since.

I also provide career counseling to Ecampus students, and together we cover a full array of issues: diving deeply into self-reflection and career assessment, actively exploring careers ideas, setting goals to move forward in professional development, seeking internships and other experiential learning opportunities, connecting with professionals, and competently conducting internship and job searches.  We live in an interesting time, so working with Ecampus programs and OSU Career Services to connect students and employers via technology is another fun role for me.

I moved from Austin, Texas, 11 years ago when my husband and I fell in love with Corvallis.  I love to listen to live music, travel anywhere, fly-fish meandering rivers, and collect heart-shaped rocks. I’m pretty committed to my Longhorns, but I have grown to love and cheer on another “orange” team – Go Beavs!

Kyle’s tip of the week: did you know that OSU Career Services has a growing collection of recorded presentations specifically for you? As a distance student, you have access to these career events and relevant topics anytime: Online Seminars… check it out!

Hi everyone! I have been working as a Success Counselor since April 2013 and I love working with our Ecampus students! Prior to transitioning into this role, I was an Ecampus advisor for students in our Human Development and Family Sciences program. I grew up in a small town in southern Oregon and moved to the Willamette Valley about 10 years ago. I initially earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Western Oregon University and went on to earn a Master’s degree in Human Development and Family Sciences from right here at OSU. My favorite experience while working at Oregon State Ecampus has been meeting our graduates in person at our annual Ecampus Commencement Reception after countless phone calls and email conversations. It’s a special trip to Corvallis for many individuals, and I love that I get to be a part of it! Outside of work, I love attending OSU football games with my husband and parents, reading, playing with my goofy pup, “Hank” and even occasionally trying my hand at something “crafty.”

Brandi’s tip of the week – “Plan ahead! Setting weekly goals and utilizing a strategy to organize your time will help you stay on track and help avoid that pesky tendency to procrastinate. OSU’s Learning Corner has a variety worksheets and academic calendars that you can access for free!

Happy studying and GO BEAVS!

Hello! I’ve been with the Ecampus Success team since March 2013, and before that I was an academic advisor at OSU for 4 years.  I took a bit of a winding path before I found my fit with student services in higher education.  I initially earned a degree in Civil Engineering, but after spending time in the Navy as an Education Services Officer decided to go back to school (becoming a Beaver twice over) focusing on education.  I’ve spent some time in the K-12 system as a teacher as well, and like that I was able to explore so many different career paths along the way.  I am an avid reader and always have my kindle on hand; I also enjoy attending Beaver sporting events with my husband and two boys.  One of my best memories from my own time as an online student was meeting a few of my classmates face-to-face for the first time at a conference.  We had shared so much through e-mail, calls, and assignments that it was more like reconnecting with old friends.

Theresa’s tip of the week– “Remember to make time for your mental and physical wellness!  You can’t perform at your best academically, personally, or professionally if you’re exhausted or overwhelmed.”  Check out http://www.mindplatter.com/ for more information.

Hello! I joined the OSU Ecampus Success Team in March 2013. My educational background is in Psychology and I have been working in higher education for 5 years. My focus has been on working with nontraditional students in identifying program fit, as well as transfer planning and academic advising. I grew up in Washington and prior to OSU I worked for two private universities in the Seattle area. My family moved to Oregon in 2011 and I am excited to get back into this type of work with Oregon State! Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking and canning, and traveling. I have visited Europe, Asia, the Caribbean, Central America, and spent time working on a cruise ship sailing the west coast from Alaska to San Francisco. My favorite travel spot so far has been Thailand. Can’t wait to get back there someday!

Amy’s tip of the week– “Don’t be afraid to ask for help. We and other teams at OSU Ecampus are here to support the students. Take advantage of the resources that are provided for you. You just may learn something new!”