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Faculty honored with national diversity team award
Associate Professor of Practice Barb Brody, Professor Shannon Lipscomb and Assistant Professor of Practice Megan Pratt received the National ESP Diversity Team Award from Epsilon Sigma Phi (ESP) for their submission, "Tri-Learner Model of Extension Collaboration: Local-State-Campus Partnership.”
PhD student Reegan Von Wildenradt places third in Newport Marathon
Congratulations to kinesiology PhD student Reegan Von Wildenradt, who was the third female finisher in the Newport Marathon on Sunday, June 1, with an impressive time of 3:14:24. Way to go, Reegan!
Bone health research team publishes new findings and mentors student presenters
Faculty in the Skeletal Biology Lab recently published two new studies on bone health and disease. Their research explores the effects of chronic alcohol use on bone regeneration and investigates cellular therapies for bone disease.
Nutrition doctoral student receives Gerber Foundation research award
Md Atikur Rahman, a doctoral student in nutrition, received a Novice Research Award from the Gerber Foundation to support his project, Identifying Novel Antimicrobial Peptides from Donor Human Milk Digestion for Infection Prevention in Preterm Infants.
Cancer research featured in 2025 State of Inclusive Excellence at Oregon State
Associate Professor Jessica Gorman's inclusive cancer care research was featured in the Office of Institutional Diversity's 2025 State of Inclusive Excellence at Oregon State.
MPH alum named Rural Health Practitioner of the Year
Amanda Achterman, DO, MPH, was named Rural Health Practitioner of the Year by the National Rural Health Association.
Congratulations to Our Graduate Research Symposium Presenters
We celebrate the outstanding graduate student researchers from the College of Health who showcased their innovative discoveries and scientific accomplishments at the 2025 Graduate Research Symposium.
Undergraduate student researchers give lightning talks
Undergraduate researchers presented findings on diverse health topics while developing critical thinking and presentation skills through the Healthy Discoveries/URSA Engage Ambassador Program.
Faulty and staff receive promotions
These promotions reflect their dedication, hard work, and excellence in their respective fields. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and grateful for their contributions to our college.
Kelly Chandler contributes to new parenting book
Associate Professor Kelly Chandler authored a chapter in the forthcoming book "Work-Family Ready: Navigating Your Job While Parenting Teens," published by Parent Ready! The book aims to help working parents and their employers better navigate the challenges of work-family fit during the teen years.
Sam Logan earns top honors and full professorship
Sam Logan was recognized during the Honors College 30th anniversary celebration for his exceptional support of honors students and received the Distinguished Honors Mentor Award. He also learned he has been promoted to full professor. Congratulations, Sam!
Professor shares rice safety tips in Global News
Professor Molly Kile contributed to a Global News story about inorganic arsenic in rice. Rice has a unique ability to absorb arsenic, but Molly says harm is determined by how much and for how long someone has been exposed to the toxic chemical.
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