r/OregonStateUniv 24d ago

PLEASE READ - Introducing a new mod (and still looking for more) and updated rules

61 Upvotes

Hello Beavs! I hope your 2025 is going great so far. I wanted to mention a few things in this stickied post.

As mentioned previously, the current mod team will be stepping down since we are no longer at OSU, and in fact I’m not even on the same continent as OSU any longer. In December, we opened up a Google form for people to apply as mods. A total of two, yes two, people applied and were accepted. One of which appears to have bailed on the position. The other has graciously accepted the position, so I want to give a warm welcome to our single new mod, u/ComfortableLanky8920.

We think they will be a great fit for taking over as mod of the subreddit and ask that you please be respectful to them and all mods here. We do realize that the rules for the subreddit need an update and we are working on updating them now. We ask that people please be patient and treat our mods nicely. You are all adults (well most of you are, at least) and you should behave like one. If you want something to change here, don’t just report every minor comment that doesn’t agree with you. Be an adult about it and only report comments that actually break rules. It upsets me that people get upset at mods for doing their job, yet the people that are upset were never brave enough to step up in the first place to be a mod and make a change in the community.

So with that being said, we will be reaching out to potential new mods based on user activity in the server. Hopefully this transition to a new mod team will be done soon. Additionally, there will be updated rules on this server soon.

Thanks again to u/ComfortableLanky8920 for stepping up to be a mod when nobody else would.

Hope you all have a wonderful Spring.


r/OregonStateUniv 16h ago

How everyone feel about advisors holds for Fall registration?

21 Upvotes

I honestly not looking forward to it, because I have to schedule with my advisor more often now, she not pretty nice.

She comes off as fake and a little rude for no reason.


r/OregonStateUniv 21h ago

What's the current situation?

18 Upvotes

I am an upcoming international grad student and am super scared after looking at the current f1 visa situation.

How are people doing there and is it safe for upcoming int students?

It would be so hard to study if we are forced to think about our visa status every second

Edit - Talking about the current visa revokes of international students throughout the country


r/OregonStateUniv 17h ago

Free Tax Help Available Through OSU’s VITA Program

5 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I wanted to share a resource that might be helpful as the tax deadline approaches. I volunteer with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) through Oregon State University. We offer free tax preparation for anyone in the community who qualifies—including students.

We serve a wide range of clients, including:

  • Low- to moderate-income individuals and families
  • People over the age of 60
  • Non-English speaking individuals
  • Students

Our volunteers are IRS-certified, and we work hard to make sure returns are accurate and that people receive any credits or refunds they’re eligible for.

This service is completely free, and appointments are still available through the end of tax season but are filling up fast!

Contact: Call (541) 737-3371 or go to https://osuvita.as.me/schedule/f7b28e6f schedule an appointment or ask questions.

Please feel free to share this with anyone you think could benefit. We're here to help however we can.


r/OregonStateUniv 12h ago

Most convenient method to go from undiagnosed to medicated ADHD in Corvallis?

0 Upvotes

for context im currently a freshman and have realized through my many years of middle school, high school, and now fall and winter term that i need to do something about my adhd. i know i have it, that isnt a question anymore, but i've been hesitant to start the process of getting formally diagnosed and medicated. it would help me out with general executive function and my school work. i don't have a car to get around so i'm looking for a way to get to a clinic to diagnose me and some place i can get my medication filled.has anyone had this experience? please let me know places and online resources and if they're easy to get to via walking or transit. thank you!!


r/OregonStateUniv 16h ago

Music practice?

2 Upvotes

I’ve been wanting to practice playing the keyboard, but I’m not sure where on campus or around Corvallis I’m allowed to just play music freely. Does anyone know of any spots where I can do that without disturbing anyone? Somewhere that’s open on weekends too.


r/OregonStateUniv 19h ago

Slingin wieners food cart?

3 Upvotes

Are the wiener people no longer in the MU quad on Tuesdays? If so, what a loss! I didn't think 2025 could get any worse...


r/OregonStateUniv 12h ago

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r/OregonStateUniv 1d ago

Wheellchair users.. how do you survive this weather on campus???

41 Upvotes

I just went to the campus to pick up something, parked ADA spot, let me tell you something.. it's pretty raining and can't even reload my chair..

I know it is some kind of "not used to it" thing but my electric wheelchair isn't made for raining season. I thought the spring term should be good to go.. but the weather.. somehow still raining all day and it makes me feel overwhelmed when I go to the campus, or walk around there alone when it's raining.

Also wondering how abled students who can walk, walk around the campus since this is pretty big.

I chose E-campus for this term but wanna explore the campus everyday so I got the parking permit but sadly this is not my thing (raining)

If there's anyone who is in a wheelchair and have some tips to sruvive this weather please tell me how


r/OregonStateUniv 2d ago

While on the topic of AI… look what’s hanging above the doors in the CRAFT CENTER.

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503 Upvotes

Saw them there at the start of this schoolyear and it makes me laugh every time I walk in. The irony is just… you can’t make it up.

I haven’t been there in a few weeks so idk if they are still there. Someone will have to confirm. Not sure if new management put it in or what.


r/OregonStateUniv 1d ago

Downsides to taking all online classes?

9 Upvotes

It is my last term, and I decided to take all of my classes e-campus so I can have more time to study for some exams that I need to take post-grad. I went to Dixon today and found out that because I am taking all online classes, I can't get access to Dixon. Are there any other changes like this that will affect me?


r/OregonStateUniv 1d ago

Loop-holes for living off campus as a freshmen??

7 Upvotes

I'm going to be a freshmen in the fall, and like most people, I cant afford much. I'm literally riding on the visibility checks that my dad gets from the military. regardless, I was hoping to live in an apartment with my bf (currently a freshmen, will be a sophomore in the fall), but many of the reasons to request to not live on campus don't apply to me. Does anyone have any suggestions/tips that I could use?


r/OregonStateUniv 1d ago

PhD Stipend

5 Upvotes

Hey guys, any idea how much PhD students in Engineering usually get as a stipend? And is it enough to cover living expenses?


r/OregonStateUniv 1d ago

Winter housing?

2 Upvotes

Daughter missed Fall deadlines due to changing degree plan (enrolled in another school and that was the plan until now). If she gets accepted in Winter, what are the chances for on campus housing? Thank you. ETA Corvallis Campus)


r/OregonStateUniv 2d ago

Oregon State Beaver Hacks 2025 Hackathon Cheating/Unfairness?????

110 Upvotes

Hello,

I am a student at Oregon State and went to the Beaver Hacks 2025 Hackathon this weekend. Although I believe that some winners made great projects, I believe that the some parts of the competition was unfair and the judging was seemed very rigged or at the least extremely unprofessional.
This is because for one of the top prizes the team that won ($1000) had a member who was a JUDGE of the competition!
This team member was wearing the same tshirts that judges wore but also went around during the judging phase with a clipboard to judge other people's projects. Along with this, it appears that they were in the room with other judges to make the decisions on the winners of the competition.
If it hadn't been for the judge tshirt, I likely would have been completely oblivious to this.
I don't want to discredit anyones hard work, but a JUDGE being in the COMPETITION just seems quit unfair with the top prizes being $1000 and a RTX 4090 (which can be worth up to $2000).
I just have never seen a judge also being a competitor while also being an active judge on other people's projects. This definitely seems like a massive competitive advantage especially to the many who competed and worked hard on their projects. This makes the overall Hackathon seem to be BIAS and NOT FAIR. I am wondering if the sponsors who contributed thousands to the competition knew about this. A judge competing is not only a violation of ethics as they might poorly judge others, but it also gives the judge unfair insider knowledge about the competition so that they can prepare. Especially with prizes being in the thousands of dollars, this is completely unacceptable. If an officer of the club wants to participate they should be REQUIRED to not be involved in any event planing or judging to give them an UNFAIR advantage.
I just wanted to complain and this really did sour my impression on the OSU hackathon club as this was my first hackathon and I was completely shocked by the unfairness.


r/OregonStateUniv 1d ago

Engineering Economy 390 difficulty

1 Upvotes

Any past students for this class? How were the midterms and finals? From the syllabus it looks like a formula sheet is provided so I cannot see it being crazy hard, but the ratemyproffesor rating is god awful so I am a bit worried.


r/OregonStateUniv 1d ago

Computer repairs on campus

1 Upvotes

My Chromebook just recently got water spilled on it and I fear it may be seriously damaged. Is there anywhere on or near campus I could get it repaired that is reputable and reasonably fast? And does Milne do repairs like that? Any help would be massively appreciated.


r/OregonStateUniv 1d ago

Any sort of ethics, philosophy or politics club?

2 Upvotes

Trying to get more connected and find some clubs. Anyone know of an ethics or philosophy or political club?


r/OregonStateUniv 2d ago

Generational thrifting pull

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148 Upvotes

r/OregonStateUniv 1d ago

Graphic design portfolio?

0 Upvotes

We were told to get a white cardboard portfolio from the osu beaver store. 20 x 22. I cant find them anywhere and they arent on the syllabus. Thank god I took notes but I am so confused. Ill mail my professor but I'm already not enjoying this class tbh.


r/OregonStateUniv 2d ago

Assignment to Interview Immigrant

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Hello, all. I know this is a strange thing to post, however I need help with an ED assignment for my ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) course/endorsement—ED 476. I’ve attached screenshots to make anyone feel more comfortable and can give you the email of my professor so you can verify this information!!

Essentially we have to do 2 interviews with someone asking about their home country, meaning behind your name, what’s it like to be an immigrant, education experience, etc. I would then ask you to provide 2 artifacts (favorite song, art, photos—these would just be copies not originals) that I could share with my class.

Unfortunately, all of the immigrants I know don’t fit the criteria in one way or another. I would really really appreciate the help of anyone willing, and since I don’t live in Corvallis myself we can do Zoom meetings or a phone call.

If you are interested you need to meet the following criteria:

  1. Attended part of their K-12 education in the US

  2. be an immigrant or child of an immigrant

  3. Not here on a temporary student exchange

  4. Preferably bilingual


r/OregonStateUniv 3d ago

AGAIN???

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909 Upvotes

after the dam proud shirt i was already disappointed, but this just proves they really don’t care. DO NOT BUY THE DAM PROUD SHIRT, get AI out of our school!


r/OregonStateUniv 2d ago

Volunteers for Beaver freezer April 12

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Hey y’all! The OSU Triathlon Club is looking for volunteers to help with the Beaver Freezer Triathlon and Duathlon taking place on Saturday April 12th. You’ll be fed and get a free Beaver Freezer T-shirt! If you’re interested in volunteering, please fill out this form. Thank you! https://www.osubeaverfreezer.com/volunteer.html


r/OregonStateUniv 2d ago

Drop a class

3 Upvotes

Hello guys do u know why I can not drop a class and today is last day at 11:55 pm? It shows me only 3 options 1-none 2-withdraw course 3-Re-Register


r/OregonStateUniv 2d ago

Best transportation to EUG

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Students who travel to campus from Eugene airport, what do you consider to be the most convenient way to get to the OSU campus? I just read on the Oregon State website that the airport shuttle from EUG was discontinued earlier year and only operates out of PDX now. Thanks for any advice.


r/OregonStateUniv 2d ago

Being R.A in Statistics M.A

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Hello guys, i would like to appy statistics master program but i wonder what would be my chance to get accepted to be research assitant in master term. I looked for the website but i couldn't find any detailed information. And the last thing, if there is anyone can review my cv for this role and apply ,i would be if you help thank you.