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Allison Myers champions AgriStress Helpline, Senate Bill 779
KATU interviewed Allison Myers about Oregon Senate Bill 779, which would permanently fund the AgriStress Helpline. The helpline provides crucial suicide prevention & resource referrals for Oregon's agriculture & natural resource communities.
Sam Logan co-authors chapter in new clinical mobility guide
Associate Professor Sam Logan is a co-author of a chapter in "Seating and Wheeled Mobility: A Clinical Resource Guide," published in December 2024. A valuable resource for both new and experienced practitioners.
Kinesiology faculty host statewide program meeting
Kinesiology faculty hosted colleagues to share information and network. The event highlighted the program's new undergraduate curriculum, expected to launch in the 2025-26 academic year.
College of Health, PRAx partner on movement workshop
College of Health and PRAx hosted "The Power of Movement: A Workshop with push/FOLD." Students and faculty turned out in strong numbers to participate in the workshop.
Ashley Vaughn Receives 2025 Phyllis S. Lee Award for Social Justice Leadership
First-generation educator Ashley Vaughn, MPH '21, recognized at MLK Peace Breakfast for her transformative work in health equity education through teaching and community engagement.
Punk pedagogy: A successful experiment in higher ed
Chandler and Logan published a paper on punk pedagogy in higher education. Their study highlights the success of "Punk 101" in fostering community, personal growth, and experiential learning.
HDFS alum is longtime volunteer with Peace Corps
Follow Sean Morrow's journey from OSU graduate to Peace Corps volunteer, serving communities in Ethiopia and The Gambia. Now a health facilitator, he works on vital projects from child nutrition to malaria prevention, embodying global service.
Mother-daughter duo in "The Nutcracker” ballet
Congratulations to Professor Megan McClelland on her performance in "The Nutcracker" with her daughter, Carina; they performed together as snowflakes.
PAC instructor recognized for teaching excellence
PAC instructor Naomi Tuinstra was nominated for Most Valuable Professor (MVP) for the online meditation course by an Oregon State volleyball player.
David Rothwell discusses poverty and possible solutions
Associate Professor David Rothwell was invited to talk on the KLCC radio show Oregon On the Record. In this edition, David discusses poverty, inequality and basic income.
A successful dance showcase
Congrats, Lila Reid Hepner, on hosting a successful Fall PAC Dance Showcase. The Women's Building gym was buzzing with hundreds of Oregon State students sharing their dance performances.
COH faculty receive awards for outstanding contributions
Allison Myers and Jamie Davis received the 2024 director's award for outstanding contribution at the OSU Extension Annual Conference.
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