The speaker is Dr. William Lunch, Professor and Chair of Political Science at OSU. Dr. Lunch is also the political analyst for Oregon Public Broadcasting. While the focus of his talk is on Oregon issues, there will be plenty of time for questions on other contests. The presentation is sponsored by the Willamette Valley Forum, OSU's Dept. of Political Science and LBCC's Institute for Peace and Justice. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/22653/
First Steps are walk-in meetings led by students who have interned and studied abroad. Students are welcome to drop by and learn more about study abroad, international internships, the International Degree, scholarships, applications and more. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/200810141600/event/21818/
In order to provide convenient and affordable access to flu vaccinations, OSU Student Health Services will be offering a flu vaccine clinic for OSU students, faculty and staff on Wednesday and Thursday, October 15 and 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/21328/
Distinguished Lecturer M. Ramon Llamas, Emeritus Professor of hydrogeology at Complutense University of Madrid will be speaking. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/22798/
Alfred Lin, COO, CFO and Chairman of Zappos.com will deliver this lecture. Lin is responsible for all financial, administrative, and warehouse operations of Zappos.com. Since 2005, he has brought focus, strategy, and financial discipline to help grow the business efficiently and profitably. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/22601/
Jason Brown's short stories have appeared in Harper's, The Atlantic, Best American Short Stories and elsewhere. His new collection, How the Devil Chose New England for His Work, has received wide critical praise. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/22507/
English Only or English Plus: Which way for language policy in the US?
James Crawford, nationally-recognized expert on bilingual education and language policy, discusses issues related to Measure 58 and other language-related policy initiatives that affect public education. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/21570/
Presenter Tom Silberstein, Marion County Field Crops Agent, will be taking a first-hand look at the important linkage in providing applied research to the agricultural producers. Cooperative regional and localized demonstration research projects will be discussed as well as the importance of the links between OSU, the Extension Agent and the grower. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/22018/
Native American flutist Jan Michael Looking Wolf will be performing in the MU Lounge. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/22227/
A celebration of the rich musical heritage of Hispanic music from three continents. Tickets available at: Grass Roots Books & Music, Gracewinds Music, Beard's Framing, Sid Stevens Jewelers. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/22228/
Complete schedule at OSU Beavers.com
Sat., Oct. 11, vs. Washington State, 3:30 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 18, Mike Hodges Invitational at Clackamas, Ore., 9:00 a.m.
Fri., Oct. 24, Beaver Classic at Corvallis, Ore., 9:00 a.m.
Fri., Oct 17, vs. Oregon at Oregon, 7:00 p.m.
Fri., Oct 24, vs. Washington, 5:30 p.m.
Fri., Oct 24, vs. Arizona, 7:00 p.m.
Fri., Oct. 24, vs. San Diego State, 8:00 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 11, Alumni Game, TBD
Sun., Oct. 12, vs. Feather River CC, 9:00 a.m.
Sun., Oct. 12, vs. Mt. Hood CC, 1:30 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 12, vs. Concordia, 3:00 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 18, vs. Southwest Oregon CC, 2:15 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 18, vs. Western Oregon, 4:00 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 19, vs. Redwoods, 10:30 a.m.
Sun., Oct. 19, vs. Southern Oregon, 3:00 p.m.
Sun., Oct 19, vs. Mt. Hood CC, 4:30 p.m.
Permanent Display: Northwest Art Collection Valley Library
This exhibit features black and white photographs by artist Dean Hanson. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/200810130830/event/21778/
Works by Lois Miller and Kimberly Wurster
This exhibit features the beautiful photography, paintings and pastels of flora and fauna by two award-winning Oregon artists. http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/21695/
Art About Agriculture encourages artists to investigate the visual resources of the science and practice that sustains human life: agriculture. It strives to develop an understanding and appreciation of food and fiber production, especially among people not traditionally acquainted with agriculture. More information…