
Ph.D. graduate and conservation biologist empowers students as scientists
Since childhood, recent Ph.D. grad Andrea Burton knew she loved animals and nature and was confident that a career in biology was in her future. Now, she is a published scholar who strives to make a difference for both students and marine wildlife.

Biology senior looks forward to a rewarding career in occupational therapy
After graduating with a degree in biology and a certificate in medical humanities, Abigail LaVerdure has moved to Henderson, Nevada to begin her doctorate in occupational therapy (OT) at Touro University.

Zoology graduate and conservationist engages people through art
Graduating this year with an online degree in zoology, Zoey Vagner hopes to use her education from Oregon State University to help raise public awareness about science to preserve the world we live in.

The Class of 2021 succeeds against all odds
The College of Science will graduate 670 undergraduate students with baccalaureate degrees in 2020-21, including 68 Honors graduates.

A dream that won't be squelched: Protecting marine life and inspiring the next generation
Simone Burton, an Honors biology major with an option in marine biology, has pushed through more obstacles than she could have imagined only four years ago. Now, she is confident that she will find a powerful way to protect marine life through a career in conservation, science communication and outreach.
Zoology senior merges cultural identity and scientific curiosity
A graduating senior in zoology at Oregon State University, Devonte Casey has been deeply inspired by the synergy between his academic pursuits and his identity as a Native American.

Medical school awaits this biology senior
Biology senior Ashley Victor's dream of becoming a physician is coming true as she gets ready to begin medical school.

Renowned marine ecologist to speak at 150th annual commencement in June
Marine ecologist and world-renowned leader in environmental research to deliver commencement address at OSU’s 150th graduation ceremony.

Triumphing over adversity with perseverance, sacrifice and science
Yuriyah Reed-Harris found her way from Las Vegas to Corvallis via a Google search to pursue her dream of becoming a neurologist.

Sloths, toucans, kinkajous, hawks—this zoology senior has handled them all
Tonya Allison remembers never being encouraged to think about college. Now she is preparing for a career in wildlife conservation.

From cuddling gibbons to grinding horse teeth
Senior Karianna Crowder has always loved animals and thrown herself passionately into whatever she does at at Oregon State, in the community and abroad.