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Integrative Biology

Study abroad course in Aruba challenges students to think globally and act locally

Nathan Clay-Ehart (‘24) had just graduated with a zoology degree when he boarded a plane to Aruba. The nine-day study abroad opportunity was his first chance to meet Oregon State classmates face-to-face after earning his degree entirely online.

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Integrative Biology

Cierra Freese, Class of ’25: Non-traditional Ecampus student finds her calling in wildlife conservation

When she returned to college, senior zoology student Cierra Freese never expected she would feed a nocturnal kiwi chick in New Zealand or a barred owl in northern Michigan.

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College of Science

College of Science shines with nine awards at University Day

Faculty, staff and graduate students from the College of Science won nine awards at University Day, the celebratory kickoff to the academic year featuring an annual awards ceremony. These awards highlight excellence in teaching, advising, research and diversity advocacy, showing the College as a leader across the university.

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Students

Zoology graduate thrives with Oregon State's Ecampus

Samantha Crockett's journey from a struggling college student to a thriving zoology graduate is a testament to the transformative power of online education. Faced with isolation and academic disillusionment, she found her stride at Oregon State University's Ecampus program, where supportive professors and flexible learning opportunities reignited her passion for zoology.

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Students

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.

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Integrative Biology

First online zoology bachelor’s degree ensures access for all

The College of Science is proud to announce the launch of the nation’s first online bachelor’s degree in zoology.

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Teaching Innovation

OSU nabs national award for first-ever 3-D virtual microscope for online biology courses

OSU wins a 2017 WCET Outstanding Work award for groundbreaking, first-of-its kind 3-D Virtual Microscope and online introductory biology course series.

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Events

Education through eXploration: Reimagining learning in a digital age

Arizona Statue University biogeochemist Ariel Anbar presents a public lecture on "Education through eXploration: Reimagining learning in a digital age" Tuesday, March 21, 2017.