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Brad Cardinal featured in national alumni spotlight
Brad Cardinal, professor of kinesiology, was featured in a national alumni spotlight for the Physical Activity and Public Health training course.
OSU is the first Oregon university to earn the Total Worker Health® designation
Oregon State University is the first Oregon university to earn the Total Worker Health® designation, integrating safety and well-being to support a thriving workforce.
Franziska Loetzner named assistant professor of kinesiology at Indiana University
Postdoctoral scholar Franziska Loetzner has accepted a tenure-track assistant professor position in kinesiology at Indiana University Indianapolis, beginning March 1.
Tao Li publishes three papers in Journal of Athletic Training special issue
Tao Li's study on ACL injury prevention ROI is featured in a special Journal of Athletic Training issue, showing prevention programs save $7 for every $1 invested while reducing injuries by 50%.
College team effort supports rural hospital and student success
OSU faculty, students and alumni teamed up to help North Lincoln Hospital improve Medicare reimbursement — a $300,000 potential impact.
Ken Cameron, ’93, receives national research medal in athletic training
Ken Cameron, ’93, received the NATA Foundation’s Medal for Distinguished Athletic Training Research, recognizing his sustained contributions to the field.
Jessica Gorman named Fellow of the Society of Behavioral Medicine
Jessica Gorman was elected as a Fellow of the Society of Behavioral Medicine, honoring her leadership and contributions to research, mentorship and service.
Alum is leading advocacy run for health equity
OSU alum Dennis Godby completes Walk USA for Health Equity, a nationwide effort to spotlight preventable health disparities.
Center for Global Health partners with Mahalapye District Council, Botswana
The Center for Global Health signed a five‑year collaboration with Botswana’s Mahalapye District Council to expand teaching, research and sustainable community engagement—an impact win that advances CGH’s mission to turn strong research into practice and policy.
Nikki Gold named National Student Veteran of the Year
Public health student and U.S. Navy veteran Nikki Gold was named the 2025 National Student Veteran of the Year.
MPH alumnus Chris McFarland featured for mental health work in Benton County
MPH alumnus Chris McFarland was featured in The Corvallis Advocate for his work as a certified counselor with Benton County Behavioral Health and his impactful journey to community mental health service.
Kinesiology student awarded NASM certification scholarship
Kinesiology student Jess Durham earned a NASM personal training certification scholarship to support her professional goals in fitness and wellness.
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