
From research to winemaking, Rachel Palmer has finally found the career that feels 'just right'
Rachel Palmer, the new assistant director of career development in the College of Science has always "hit the ground running" and has no intention of slowing down. In this new position, Palmer aims to educate students on the importance of career development.

Meet a Science Grad: Sasha Rose
Meet Sasha, 2008 Biology grad and research director at Insmed Incorporated.

Oregon State Ph.D. candidate sheds light on better way to study reputedly secretive toad
Research by an Integrative Biology Ph.D. candidate Anne Devan-Song in Oregon State University’s College of Science has upended the conventional wisdom that for a century has incorrectly guided the study of the eastern spadefoot toad, which is considered endangered in part of its range.

Building student success: Peer-to-peer learning garners crucial support from science alumni
The Learning Assistant program in the College of Science has reduced the drop-fail-withdrawal rate in several key courses by half and has become a model for other colleges at the university.

Science Professional Pursuits Program helped zoology major jumpstart her career
Taylor Robinson (’19) credits the SP3 program with teaching her practically how to be her best, most confident self in the job market.

Mentoring and career coaching lead to a fascinating career path in genetics counseling
The Science Professional Pursuits Program helped biology graduate Jade Sentker find her career path through 1-on-1 coaching, skill-building for job search and interview preparedness.

Nearly 40 students win 2018 SURE Science awards
The College of Science awarded 38 SURE Science awards of $5,500 to each student to conduct summer research in 2018.