Skip to main content
ocean wave forming
Climate and Oceans

Biologists find that climate change threatens coral symbiosis

Scientists from the Department of Integrative Biology have found that for reef-building corals, not just any symbiotic algae will do.

Edward Waymire standing in front of shrubbery
Faculty and Staff

Edward Waymire, influential professor of probability, retires

Edward Waymire, a widely admired professor of mathematics, has retired after 36 years of teaching and research at Oregon State University.

moon covering sun in a solar eclipse
Events

An amazing moment in time: A year of planning for the solar eclipse pays off

Solar Eclipse 2017 was a stellar moment for the validity of astronomy, for science itself and for OSU astronomer Randall Milstein.

Radioactive waste bucket in concrete backdrop
Sustainable Energy and Materials

Making the world safer: Nuclear stewardship a critical priority

Chemist May Nyman is part of a five-year, $12.5 million National Nuclear Security Administration grant to study nuclear stewardship.

wooden cube on a table with math homework
Alumni and Friends

A career in math followed by philanthropy

After graduating with a degree in mathematics, Judy Faucett (B.S.'70) enjoyed a successful career as an actuary in some of the country's top firms.

Roy Haggerty showing children a snake
Events

Discovery Days foster a love for science

Nearly 800 students gathered for Discovery Days on campus to experience the rich and diverse world of science Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, 2017.

star icon above cityscape texture
Alumni and Friends

Recognizing outstanding achievements: 2017 Alumni Awards

The College of Science is proud to announce its 2017 Alumni Award recipients.

star icon above image of clouds at sunset
Graduate Students

Ph.D. students awarded ARCS Foundation scholarships

The College of Science is delighted to have two doctoral students among the 24 young scientists and engineers selected as 2017 ARCS Foundation Oregon scholars.

Chuck and Kay Merrill with Ed Ray taking group photo at University Day
Alumni and Friends

Paying it forward: Investing in students who embody service and leadership

The Merrill Family Foundation, headed by Kay Merrill and Lee Sickler, the single most impactful scholarship source in the College of Science, receives its 2017 Distinguished Service Award.

Two female students walking through campus in front of tree
Students

Meet our Class of 2021

Twenty five percent of freshmen are the first in their family to attend college, 23 percent are underrepresented minorities, and the College has the highest ever number of high achieving students in this incoming class: 37.6 percent.

Suzanne McGrath in front of cityscape view
Alumni and Friends

Breaking the stereotype of science graduates

Math alumna Suzanne McGrath will receive the College of Science's 2017 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award for her achievements and leadership.

Christopher Mathews in front of wood backdrop
Faculty and Staff

The whole package: A lifetime of science

Christopher Mathews, researcher, teacher, mentor, department chair, Distinguished Emeritus Professor and lifelong scientist, will receive the College's 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award in Science.