He earns a Bachelor's Degree from OSU. Upon graduating, he became a ground officer and was chosen for an aviation contra... View More

He earns a Bachelor's Degree from OSU. Upon graduating, he became a ground officer and was chosen for an aviation contract. After serving 23 years, Derek retired as a major in 2014. He has dedicated his post-military career to furthering veterans' programs. He is strongly dedicated to OSU, a frequent supporter of the OSUAA, and a volunteer with the Beaver wrestling program. View Less

He was an undergraduate student of OSU. He co-founded the Distinguished Scholars Initiative, served in leadership roles ... View More

He was an undergraduate student of OSU. He co-founded the Distinguished Scholars Initiative, served in leadership roles for the National Society of Black Engineers and Engineering Student Council, became a charter member for the OSU fraternity chapter (Gamma Upsilon Gamma) of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and participated in the Black Student Union. His commitment to the community and OSU didn't end when Mar'quis left Corvallis. Today, he is a member of the OSU Student Affairs and OSU Black Alumni and Friends Network leadership councils. View Less

As an undergrad, she documented her struggle as a Latin woman in STEM. For two years, she served as a member of the boar... View More

As an undergrad, she documented her struggle as a Latin woman in STEM. For two years, she served as a member of the board for Local Grown — an organization dedicated to providing community-funded scholarships to Oregon students of color — and helped establish the BIPOC Women in STEM Scholarship. Along with serving as a speaker for Latinas in Tech and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers. View Less

She entered the American studies program as a non-traditional student, bringing innate intelligence and intellectual cur... View More

She entered the American studies program as a non-traditional student, bringing innate intelligence and intellectual curiosity. She quickly excelled in a class on American philosophical pragmatism, developing skills in scholarly research, writing and critical thinking. View Less

Meisen's knowledge of theater crafts, animation and design has cemented him as a dedicated maker and artist. He champion... View More

Meisen's knowledge of theater crafts, animation and design has cemented him as a dedicated maker and artist. He championed others in the classroom and has contributed to the campus community in many ways, including filming and producing nine home cooking episodes for OSU's KBVR TV station. View Less