Advising
You are required to meet with your advisor every term in order to receive your PIN. Please visit the
BEE advising webpage to review requirements and the advising guide. You don’t have to wait until registration time to set up an appointment. As long as you have had a meeting this term and discussed future coursework, the advisor can issue you your
PIN number via email when they become available. If you will have a lot to discuss in your meeting, it is a good idea to get in early.
The College of Engineering and College of Science offer free peer tutoring for a wide variety of courses. Check this webpage for more information and schedules -
https://engineering.oregonstate.edu/current-students/academic-support.
NEW! Mentorship Program
Welcome to the start of the year with the BEE community! We have an exciting new program for our Ecological Engineering undergraduates starting this year thanks to input from our Alumni during exit interviews and BEE Department Head’s,
Dr. Adam Ward, excitement to invest in every students success while studying with us and beyond.
We would like to invite you all to participate in the Biological & Ecological Engineering Mentor Collective Program.
When you sign up for this program, you will be matched with an alumni mentor. A mentor can provide additional support and guidance because they have been where you are now.
To get started, register and complete a short survey (this will take you only 3 minutes!) telling us about yourself, and we will match you with a mentor with similar interests and backgrounds and what’s important to you.
Click here to register and complete your survey
Once you complete that survey, you can expect an email from the Mentor Collective team with more information – be sure to check it out, and do not hesitate to reach out to Jennifer Cohen in either the main office (Gilmore 116) or her email
at Jennifer.cohen@oregonstate.edu or reach out to the Mentor Collective directly at
help@mentorcollective.org.
Seminars and Lectures:
This week’s title: “Being in Flow State: Celebrating Water, People, Salmon, Law, and the Sea in the Klamath River System”
Speaker: Dr. Holly Campbell
When: Wednesday, October 16 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Where: 193 Burt Hall or
Zoom Password: WRPM2024
Next week’s title: Darcy Lecture “How Groundwater Impacts the People and Ecosystems of the South Pacific Islands”
Speaker: Dr. Matt Becker
When: Wednesday, October 23 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Where: 193 Burt Hall or
Zoom Password: WRPM2024
Jobs and Internships and Career Events
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Have you joined BEE’s LinkedIn Page yet? We post ALL job announcements to both LinkedIn and Facebook.
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6711697
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FALL Career Fairs Engineering
Connections Fair for BEE, CBEE, EECS, MIME & NSE Majors: Where: Memorial Union Building (MU), Ballroom When: Tuesday, October 15th - 4:00pm to 8:00pm Please join us for the Engineering Connections Fair and attend three employer sessions of your choice to learn about engineering organizations, culture, roles they hire for and cool technology, etc. The last session will be networking with
all participating employers and students enjoying catered food in the ballroom. Recommended dress is business casual. The Engineering Connections Fair is a targeted student engagement event. Students majoring in *BEE, CBEE*, EECS*, MIME* and NSE* from all levels (first year-PhD) are invited, creating a broad audience. All engineering students are encouraged
and welcome to attend. Review the employer list to learn about the participating employers, see majors they hiring for jobs and internships and decide what sessions you want to attend in advance so you are prepared. Civil
Construction & Architectural Engineering Fair: Where: CH2M Hill Alumni Center, 725 SW 26TH Street, Corvallis, OR 97331 When: Tuesday, October 22 – 11:00am-3:00pm Come meet and network with over 100 employers who are seeking engineering students to fill open jobs and internship positions! Pre-register in Handshake to sign up and view employers attending. STEM
Industries Career & Internship Fair |Handshake
Link Where: CH2M HILL Alumni Center, 725 SW 26th Street, Corvallis, OR 97331 When: Wednesday October 23rd - 11:00am to 3:00pm Looking for a summer job, an internship, or the opportunity that will launch your career? Now is the time to connect with some of the best employers in the country at the 2024 Fall Career & Internship Fair for STEM Industries. You can network with more than 100 businesses, non-profits, government agencies and grad schools who
are currently seeking Oregon State students and recent grads in the fields of Computer Science, Engineering and Math. This event brings hundreds of professionals together in one spot, giving you the chance to ask questions about fields and industries you’re
interested in, build your professional network, and even apply for jobs and internships on the spot. It’s your chance to take the next step to a future beyond OSU. Tip
to prepare for In Person Career Fair 2024
Fall Virtual Career & Internship Fair|Handshake
Link When: Wednesday October 16th - 11:00am to 2:00pm Looking for a job, internship, or the opportunity that will launch your career? Now is the time to connect with employers from across the country at the 2024 Fall Virtual Career & Internship Fair. You can network with more than 25 businesses, non-profits, government agencies and grad schools who are currently
seeking Oregon State students and recent grads from the comfort of your home. This event brings hundreds of professionals together in one spot, giving you the chance to ask questions about fields and industries you’re interested in, build your professional
network, and even apply for jobs and internships on the spot. It’s your chance to take the next step to a future beyond OSU. National Labs & Government Agencies Virtual Fair Tips
to prepare for virtual fairs Get prepared for ALL of the fall career events! Schedule an appointment or drop in at the COE Career Center in Johnson 124
https://career.oregonstate.edu/engineering Bookmark the Student Employer Engagement Hub for College of Engineering events
https://events.engineering.oregonstate.edu/see October 15 – Engineering
Connections Fair for BEE, CBEE, EECS, MIME & NSE Majors October 16 -
2024 Fall Virtual Career & Internship Fair October 23 - All-Industries
Career & Internship Fair October 23 - Earth,
Environment, and Life Sciences Fair October 23 - STEM
Industries Career & Internship Fair October 23 -
Engineering Reverse Career Fair November 7 -
2024 Agricultural Industries Career & Internship Fair |
Around Campus
OSUWelcome 2024: Formerly known as Welcome Week, OSUWelcome 2024 is a collection of activities and events for new students focused on strategies for success, campus resources and building community. Check out
OSUWelcome
2024, the OSU Events Calendar, and follow
@osuexperience on Instagram to help students kickstart their journey.
Flu shot clinics: OSU is hosting one flu shot clinic this fall for faculty, staff and students on the Corvallis campus on Sept. 26th. Participants can sign up in the Fred Meyer portal. Please note that the insurance section is required
in the portal. View
the registration instructions and portal access. When registering, make sure to click on the location OSU Faculty, Staff Student Flu Shot Clinic only. Kaiser members are not able to receive their flu shots at the OSU clinics but can find options here:
www.kp.org/flu.
OSU Cascades is hosting a flu shot clinic from noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 5 in the Ray Hall Atrium. Flu vaccines will be given on a first come first serve basis. More details will be posted on Ben Beavs Central. OSU Medical Insurance Plans also cover flu shot clinics
at many pharmacies or at medical appointments. Go to this
website to learn more. Questions? Please contact
employee.pebbbenefits@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-2805.
When: Saturday, October 12- Friday October 18
Where: Various Locations - see individual sessions for location information
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day, honoring the diverse histories and contributions of Indigenous students, faculty, and community. Join us for events dedicated to decolonizing narratives
and histories and showcasing Indigenous people's resilience, creativity, and innovation.
BEE Pumpkin Carving Contest
When: Tuesday, Oct 15 to Tuesday, Oct 22 – 8:00am-5:00pm each day
Where: Gilmore Hall, 116 and Gilmore Hall Student Lounge
Come join us for the Department of Biological & Ecological Engineering’s Pumpkin Carving Contest. We will provide pumpkins, carving kits, compost bins for pumpkin guts and more. Just stop by Gilmore
116 and say you’re there for the contest. Starting October 23rd to 28th, there will be judging by popular vote and judges to determine winners for each category. Best in Show will receive a $50 Visa gift card and all pumpkins will be
included in that category as well as the one chosen. Let’s Get Carving!
Oregon
is Indian Country Exhibit Reception
When:
Tuesday, October 15 – 10:00am
Where:
The Valley Library, Autzen Classroom, Main Floor, 201 SW Waldo Place, Corvallis, OR 97331
Learn more about the traveling exhibit Oregon is Indian Country from the Oregon
Historical Society on display at the Valley Library.
Accommodation requests related to a disability for events at the Valley Library should be made to Angela Haney: (541) 737-1350, LibraryAccommodations@oregonstate.edu
How
Road Ecology is Shaping the Future of Our Planet
When:
Tuesday, Oct 15 – 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Speaker: Ben Goldfarb
Where: LaSells Stewart Center, C&E Hall, 875 SW 26th Street, Corvallis OR 97331
Join award-winning environmental journalist Ben Goldfarb to learn how roads are transforming our planet. Named one of the best books of 2023 by the New
York Times, the New Yorker, Smithsonian, Science News, and Kirkus Reviews, Goldfarb's Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet is an enthralling account of ecology and human infrastructure.
HMSC
Research Seminar – “Widespread and Increasing Near-Bottom Hypoxia in the Coastal Ocean off the Pacific Northwest”
Speaker:
Dr. Jack Barth, Professor, College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmostpheric Sciences, OSU
When:
Thursday, October 17 – 3:30pm-4:30pm
Where:
2030 SE Marine Science Dr, Newport, OR 97365
The 2021 summer upwelling season off the Pacific Northwest coast was unusually strong leading to widespread near-bottom, low-oxygen waters. During summer
2021, an unprecedented number of ship- and underwater glider-based measurements of dissolved oxygen were made in this region. Near-bottom hypoxia, that is dissolved oxygen less than 61 µmol/kg and harmful to marine animals, was observed over nearly half of
the continental shelf inshore of the 200-m isobath, covering 15,500 square kilometers. A mid-shelf ribbon with near-bottom, dissolved oxygen less than 50 µmol/kg extended for 450 km off north-central Oregon and Washington. Spatial patterns in near-bottom oxygen
are related to the continental shelf width and other features of the region. Maps of near-bottom oxygen since 1950 show a consistent trend toward lower oxygen levels over time. The fraction of near-bottom water inshore of the 200-m isobath that is hypoxic
on average during the summer upwelling season increases over time from nearly absent (2%) in 1950-1980, to 24% in 2009-2018, compared with 56% during the anomalously strong upwelling conditions in 2021. Widespread and increasing near-bottom hypoxia is consistent
with increased upwelling-favorable wind forcing under climate change.
South
Australia Landscapes: Ecological, Economic, and Social Sustainability
When: Tuesday, Oct 22 – 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Speakers:
OSU Faculty Leaders Claudia Ingham and Trace Martyn
Where: StAg, 112
Join OSU faculty leaders Claudia Ingham and Trace Martyn from the College of Agricultural Sciences to learn more about a 5-credit, 12-day program in Australia
to study pastoral landscapes and diverse farming systems, attend the International Rangelands Congress in Adelaide and visit Ikara-Flinders National Park. June 1-12, 2025.
HMSC
Research Seminar – How Climate Change Impacts a Coastal Tropical Dolphin?
Speaker:
Dr. Rodrigo Tardin, Professor, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
When:
Thursday, October 24 – 3:30pm-4:30pm
Where:
2030 SE Marine Science Dr, Newport, OR 97365
Climate change impacts coastal and marine ecosystems through warming, acidification, and deoxygenation. These effects
are expected to intensify without substantial mitigation efforts. In tropical regions, rising ocean temperatures may push marine species, such as coastal cetaceans, to their thermal limits, leading to species redistributions and cascading effects on community
and ecosystem dynamics. In this talk, I will share the results of the most comprehensive datasets of occurrences for Guiana dolphins from systematic boat-based surveys conducted between 1987 and 2023, across seven countries. Guiana dolphins face unprecedented
challenges from ongoing multiple and cumulative human activities, which are likely to be exacerbated by climate change over the next four decades. We built ensemble Species Distribution Models (SDM) to predict future distributions under the latest CMIP6 projected
scenarios: optimistic (SSP1-2.6), intermediate (SSP2-4.5), and pessimistic (SSP5-8.5). Expert knowledge was used to validate model predictions. We ask here i) how different climate change scenarios will affect Guiana dolphin distribution? and ii) how the
current Marine Protected Area (MPA) network may protect dolphins in the present and future? Our study contributes to ongoing efforts to understand the potential effects of projected climate change scenarios on coastal tropical marine predators.
Orange
and Black Halloween Festival
When:
Friday, Oct 25 – 4:00pm-10:00pm
Where:
Memorial Union Building (MU)
Join us for a night dedicated to celebrating the Halloween spirit. This year the O&B Halloween festival is happening
in conjunction with a live Murder Mystery, a perfect mix of fun and suspense!
When:
Saturday, Oct 26 – 5:00pm-8:30pm
Where: Milam Hall, 026, 2520 SW Campus Way, Corvallis OR 97331
Prepare for a spine-tingling adventure this Halloween! Step into a haunted mansion filled with mysteries, eerie challenges,
and hidden clues. You and your team—alongside new friends you’ll meet—have 60 minutes to solve puzzles and escape before time runs out. Dress up in your favorite costume to add to the spooky atmosphere. Get ready for a night of suspense, fun, and new connections!
When:
Saturday, Oct 26 – 10:00am - 4:00pm
Where: Hatfield Marine Science Center – Visitor Center, 2030 SE Marine Science Dr. Newport, OR 97365
Join us for a day of eerie ocean adventures and Halloween fun! From deep-sea documentaries to crafting your own anglerfish
headbands, there’s something for every young scientist to enjoy. Here’s a peek at what we’ve got planned:
- Films in the Auditorium – Explore the mysteries of the deep ocean with our featured
documentaries!
- Craft Table – Get crafty with anglerfish and sharkfin headbands, spooky masks and
“ocean glasses.”
- Biofacts Boneyard – Check out bones and biofacts with a spooky, cobwebby twist!
- Shark Table – Meet the real deal with a shark specimen on display, courtesy of the
Big Fish Lab!
- Shark Necropsy & Draw-Along (TBD) – Stay tuned for a chance to witness science in
action!
- Costume Contest – Come dressed to impress for a chance to win fun prizes like toys,
stickers and maybe even candy!
- Spooky Scavenger Hunt – Venture through the Visitor Center to uncover spooky surprises!
- Decorations & more – Wander through our haunted cement cave and enjoy spooky lighting,
cobwebs, fog and jack-o-lanterns. Plus, our touchpool animals are getting into the spirit with their tiny 3-D-printed hats!
Whether you're here for the science or the spookiness, this is one event you won’t want to miss!
When:
Saturday, October 26 – 7:00pm-10:00pm
Where:
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland OR
Join us for Sharktober Fest, a jaw-some 21+ event combining craft brews and cutting-edge shark science! Whether you're
a beer enthusiast or a science geek, this night is guaranteed to make a splash. You'll even have the chance to meet amazing shark scientists—some flying in straight from filming Shark Week to chat about Oregon sharks! It's the ultimate combination of fun,
science, and conservation—plus, it's all in support of shark research.
Event Highlights:
Craft Beer Tastings from local breweries
Shark Science on Oregon’s shark species
Meet & Greet with Shark Week scientists
Silent Auction featuring a chance to join us on our research boat!
Raffles for Fintastic Prizes
Costumes Encouraged! Celebrate your Halloween with a splash of shark flair!
Raise a glass, dress up, and get ready for an unforgettable night supporting shark conservation!
*OMSI member & OSU Alum discounts may apply*
National
Energy Technology Lab Tabling:
Where: Johnson Hall, Lobby, 105 SW 26th Street, Corvallis, OR 97321
When: Tuesday October 29th - 4:00pm to 5:30pm
National Technology Lab located in Albany, Oregon will be tabling in Johnson Hall Lobby. Drop in to learn more about this national lab, opportunities available, get tips and advice and ask questions. NETL https://www.energy.gov/
The National Laboratories have served as the leading institutions for scientific innovation in the United States for more than 60 years.
An outgrowth of immense investment in scientific research initiated by the U.S. Government during World War II, the National Laboratories have served as the leading institutions for scientific innovation in the United States for more than
seventy years.
The Energy Department's 17 National Labs tackle the critical scientific challenges of our time -- from combating climate change to discovering the origins of our universe -- and possess unique instruments and facilities, many of which are
found nowhere else in the world. They address large scale, complex research and development challenges with a multidisciplinary approach that places an emphasis on translating basic science to innovation
Science
on Tap: Presented by the Hatfield Marine Science Center
Topic: “What the Tide Brings In: Scary Stories about Hot Water”
Speaker: Julia Parrish, Lowell A. & Frankie L. Wakefield Professor of Ocean Fishery Sciences
When: Wednesday, October 30 – 6:00pm-7:00pm
Where: 2030 SE Marine Science Drive, Newport, OR 97365
Anyone who walks on the beach notices the flotsam and jetsam the tide brings in: seaweeds, shells, sticks and jellies are common findings, as are the less desirables, from marine debris to bird carcasses. In fact, some seasons are especially
"birdy" on Oregon beaches. Beach-goers occasionally find tens, even hundreds, of carcasses per kilometer.
What's going on!?! Should we be worried?
In this talk, Dr. Julia Parrish, the Executive Director of the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team, and the Lowell A. and Frankie L. Wakefield Professor of Ocean Fishery Sciences at the University of Washington, tells some scary
stories about how Pacific Northwest seabirds have gotten into hot water, uncovering the mystery of how a warming ocean can wreak havoc on seabird communities, and exploring who wins and who loses.
New LBCC Corvallis Route: From the start of Fall Term to the end of Spring Term, Beaver Bus route will serve both the OSU Corvallis and the LBCC Corvallis campuses Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. The Beaver Bus is a free
shuttle service at OSU. It is helpful for getting around campus and now for travel between LBCC Corvallis and OSU. For all routes, use the
Beaver Bus Tracker to view route maps, to find your nearest Beaver Bus stop, to see where the bus is in real time and to view important service notifications. Please send questions to
transportation@oregonstate.edu.
Mid-Month Emergency Preparedness Topic: Suspicious Object. Bomb threats, suspicious objects and bombs are meant to disrupt normal activities and cause fear in populations. With pre-planning, you can remain calm and be knowledgeable
of what to do in order to part of an effective response. Download a copy of the
Bomb Threat Checklist and keep by your phone. English and Spanish versions of this bulletin can be found here:
https://emergency.oregonstate.edu/emergency-preparedness/preparedness-topics/suspicious-objects-and-bomb-threats.
The
Valley Library Circulation and Info Desks Combining: Beginning in Fall 2023, all borrowing and information services will be available from a combined service point close to the Valley Library main entrance. While we get our space ready to offer you
single-stop services,
visit us all summer at the entry to the Learning Commons.
Free student contraceptive care:
Want free contraceptive care? Oregon ContraceptiveCare (CCare) is a program funded through a grant from the Centers for Medicaid Services and the Oregon Department of Human Services that allows Student Health Services (SHS) to provide free reproductive
health care and contraceptive services to OSU students with certain income criteria. Most students qualify. Sign up for CCare by calling SHS at 541-737-9140.
OSU Assist: Mobile Crisis Response OSU Assist is a multi-disciplinary support team that provides compassionate mobile crisis response and wraparound services for students facing mental health challenges or experiencing other forms
of distress. This team brings together new personnel and existing university services to support students facing challenges. By calling 911 or 541-737-7000, OSU Assist will be dispatched in crisis situations that meet certain criteria. This could include instances
of suicide ideation, substance abuse issues, survivors seeking support and welfare checks. The team provides serve on the Corvallis campus from Wednesday through Sunday, 1 p.m. to 1 a.m., with hours anticipated to expand in future terms. For more information
on this service, visit our
website, contact Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Student Care Services Aubrie Piper or attend one of the informational sessions noted below.
Anytime Anywhere: MySSP @ OSU App
Anytime Anywhere: MySSP @ OSU is an app that gives all OSU students, including Ecampus students, 24/7 access by text or phone with a licensed mental health counselor (MySSP stands for “My Student Support Program”). The app makes it easy
to schedule short-term counseling appointments with the same ongoing counselor and provides educational materials covering mental health topics. Students can communicate with a counselor in five different languages (Mandarin, Cantonese, French, Spanish or
English); additional language options are available upon request. Students can download the Anytime Anywhere: MySSP @ OSU and learn more about the service
at beav.es/anytimeanywhere. For
questions, please contact
Bonnie Hemrick, Director of Mental Health Promotion.
Togetherall: A new mental health resource for OSU students. Togetherall is a safe and anonymous online community where students can share about what they are feeling and get support to improve mental health and well-being. Watch
this 1-minute video to learn more:
https://youtu.be/mEt4dblejNo. Direct students to
beav.es/togetherall to join. For questions about this service:
tess.websterhenry@oregonstate.edu.
Eat Free: @eatfreeosu
is a Twitter account managed by the Human Services Resource Center student team. This account broadcasts information about open events on campus that also have food available. If your event is closed, but you have extra food, a message can be crafted asking
students to show up at the end of your event. Event organizers can tag @eatfreeosu or call 541-737-3747 during business hours to request their event be posted on the account.
Allyssandra (Ally) Lanz, Office Specialist 2
Biological
& Ecological Engineering |
Water
Resources Graduate Program
Oregon State University
124 SW 26th Street | 116 Gilmore Hall
Corvallis, OR 97331
Phone: 541-737-2071
