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Today in the News Media is a synopsis of some of the most prominent coverage of OSU people and programs. Inclusion of any item constitutes neither an endorsement nor a critique, but rather is intended only to make the OSU community aware of significant items in the media. For more about this section, see: https://today.oregonstate.edu/email/submission-guidelines.
“1918 into 1919, felt very much as it unfolded, like our current moment. Right now, fatigue, exhaustion with the pandemic. People throwing up their hands and saying I’m done with this,” says Dr. Christopher McKnight Nichols. “And then the virus saying, well, I’m not done with you. And having other surges and infections and deaths.”
A piece by William Massey, assistant professor of Public Health and Human Sciences, Oregon State University
But the toxic preservative is not the only problem with tire wear particles, says Susanne Brander, an Oregon State University toxicologist and co-chair of a recent California Ocean Science Trust and Ocean Protection Council science advisory team on microplastics in marine ecosystems.
A piece by Regan Gurung, associate vice provost and executive director of the Center for Teaching and Learning at Oregon State University.
A new study by Oregon State University scientists outlines a key advance in turning apple waste into an environmentally friendly packaging material that could serve as an alternative to plastic.
Oregon State University (OSU) is the recipient of a new grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to make public health academic programs more equitable. The 18-month “Transforming Academia for Equity” grant allots $300,000 to OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences; the university is one of seven institutions across the US to receive the grant.
Research led by Oregon State University shows that wildfires are more likely to burn their way into national forests than out of them. The findings contradict the common narrative of a destructive wildfire igniting on remote public land before spreading to threaten communities, said Chris Dunn of the OSU College of Forestry.
Howdy: Ernie Colantonio, senior faculty research assistant, submitted this photo of a friendly neighborhood gull at Cannon Beach. We are accepting photo submissions at osutoday@oregonstate.edu.
Timely Teaching Tips: Want to develop your students' skills to identify, analyze and solve real-world problems? Attend the Center for Teaching and Learning Sparkshop via Zoom on Friday, Feb. 18 at noon, to explore practical implementation strategies for problem-based learning in your courses. Register for Engaging Students in Learning through Problems.
Winter Career Fairs: Feb. 14-17, connect with some of the best employers in the country at one of the 2022 OSU Winter Career Fairs. On-campus events include Feb. 17, Non-Profit & Public Service Fair. Virtual events are Feb. 16, Winter Career & Internship Fair.
Plants, Puns, & Poetry Sale: Join the Academic Success Center & Writing Center on Feb. 16 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. to fall in love with a new plant, pick up a funny pun or to get a poem typed for you on the spot. We'll be outside Waldo Hall on Jefferson Street, rain or shine. Questions? Contact Anna.Bentley@oregonstate.edu.
DFA Capital Projects Webinar: Hear updates on several major university capital projects Feb. 16, 10-11 a.m., from Ian Kellems, executive director of Counseling and Psychological Services; Larry Rodgers, dean of the College of Liberal Arts; Lisbeth Goddik, department head, Food Science and Technology; and other OSU colleagues. This webinar will provide an overview of the importance of historical preservation of capital resources on campus, including capital improvements and renewal of building systems. Registration required. The webinar will be recorded and posted here following the presentation.
Treat auction: Come and bid on tasty treats Feb. 16, Crop Science Room 119. Silent auction open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Winners will be contacted after 3 p.m. to arrange pickup. All proceeds benefit the food drive. For questions contact emmalie.goodwin@oregonstate.edu
Master Gardener Live Q&A: Bring your gardening questions to be answered by three OSU Master Gardener volunteers on Feb. 16 at noon. Make a donation using Give Butter or Network for Good, or another platform; suggested donation is $5. Note "Garden" to your donation receipt and email to amy.baker@oregonstate.edu for the Zoom link.
Faculty workshop: The winter term Academic Faculty Workshop is presented by Susan Freccia, director of compliance, on “How to Get in Trouble Without Even Knowing It.” Feb. 16, 1-2 p.m. via Zoom. The link for registration can be found on the Faculty Affairs website. Stay tuned for future faculty development opportunities posted on the Faculty Affairs website.
2022 Starker Lecture Series — Women of Forestry: Inspiring Leadership Lecture. "Beyond the Land Ethic: Traditional Ecological Knowledge, Forest Management and Conservation, A Native American Perspective." Speaker: Cristina Eisenberg, graduate faculty, College of Forestry. Feb. 16, 3:30-5 p.m., 117 Peavy Forest Science Center or Zoom. Registration required, please register here.
CPHHS Public Health Insider: The Caregiving Conundrum: Complex Challenges and an Uncertain Future. As the aging population grows, many families face the difficult question of how to approach caregiving — for the old and young. Join the College of Public Health and Human Sciences Feb. 16 at 5:30 p.m. to learn more about the multigenerational effects of caregiving. Register at ForOregonState.org/PHI.
NEW! University Budget Conversation: The Office of Budget and Resource Planning will hold a University Budget Conversation via Zoom Feb 17, noon to 1 p.m. This week’s topic is “Update on the Corvallis Budget Model Review.” The initial 15 minutes is spent on presentation of the topic, followed by discussion and Q&A. To register, click here. More information is on the website or contact Sherm Bloomer.
NEW! Tuition Forum: As part of developing recommendations for the Board of Trustees, the Budget Committee and the Office of Budget and Resource Planning are offering a series of forums to discuss the tuition setting process, tuition rate scenarios for FY23, and to answer any questions about tuition and the university budget. Feb. 17 from 5-6 p.m. via Zoom or in MU207. To register for this forum, click here. The schedule is available at https://beav.es/tuition-forums.
NEW! University Budget Committee: The Committee will meet Feb. 18 from 2-3:30 p.m. via Zoom. The UBC is OSU’s advisory body to the Provost for recommendations on tuition rates, budget priorities and budget policies. The committee will discuss projections and planning relevant to developing budget and tuition recommendations for 2022-23. If you are interested in joining as an observer, register for the webinar here.
NEW! Beaver baseball tailgater in the desert on Feb. 19: It's time for baseball fun in the sun as the Beavs take on Gonzaga at Surprise Stadium in Arizona on Feb. 19. Rally before the game and enjoy plenty of food, drinks and fun while mingling with fellow OSU baseball fans, alumni and special guests. Tailgater is from 10 a.m. to noon MST. Game ticket required. bit.ly/OSUAASurprise22.
NEW! OSU Engineers’ Week 2022: The Engineering Student Council & College of Engineering invite you to Engineers’ Week 2022. E-Week is a weeklong celebration of engineers and their contributions to society, with a variety of social and professional events, as well as prizes and free food. Check out the event website to learn more: https://groups.engr.oregonstate.edu/esc/e-week-2022. Email esc.vpevents@oregonstate.edu with questions. Feb. 21-25.
Non-Profit and Public Service Fair: Provides an opportunity to meet representatives from over 50 nonprofit and local government organizations representing a variety of fields who are seeking OSU volunteers, interns and employees. Feb. 17, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the MU Ballroom. Free. Registration via Handshake (optional): beav.es/npsf.
Crafternoons: The OSU Valley Library is hosting Crafternoons during Winter Term 2022. Crafts will be available in the second floor foyer. All sessions are free for students to participate in and feature the library's loanable equipment. Sessions are 2-3 p.m. on Feb. 17, March 3 and March 17. Follow us on Instagram
@valleylibrary to see pictures of crafts and share your crafts with the hashtag #OSUMakes.
Strand Gallery: All are welcome to the art reception and artist talk for Tallmadge Doyle: "Tidewaters," Feb. 17, 4-7 p.m. at Strand Gallery (440 Strand Agriculture Hall). Artist talk at 4:30 p.m. More information at the Art About Agriculture website. Facemasks and proof of vaccination, or negative COVID test within 72 hours, are required.
Microbusiness tradeshow: OSU College of Business students have been working hard to bring products and businesses to fruition. At the First Year Microbusiness Tradeshow, you are invited to peruse products and displays, ask questions, and provide feedback. Three sessions on Feb. 18: 9-9-50 a.m., 11-11:50 a.m. and/or 1-1:50 p.m. Austin Hall first floor Marketplace. More info: brianna.beene@oregonstate.edu.
Interim President Johnson to Meet with Faculty: Interim President Johnson and the Faculty Senate Executive Committee are sponsoring small-group faculty conversations with academic, research and professional faculty. Each Zoom conversation will be facilitated by a Faculty Senate Executive Committee member and will consist of up to 12 faculty. Feb. 18, 1-2:30, or March 8, 2-3:30 p.m. Register: https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8wbi3tzlsYtenqe.
2022 CSA Culture Show: “The Naga and the Prince.” This is the biggest annual event CSA holds throughout the year. Our goal is to showcase Khmer/Cambodian culture to others on- and off-campus and have students network and connect with CSA. Feb. 26, 6-8 p.m., MU Ballroom.
NEW! HMSC Research Seminar: Megan Sabal, a COMES Postdoc with Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center will be giving a seminar titled “Predator effects on migratory prey behavior, ecology, and evolution," Feb 17, 3:30 p.m. Zoom link or call +1-971-247-1195 Meeting ID: 945 5573 115. Click here for more information.
NEW! Star Trek book launch: A virtual book launch for Oregon State Professor Jose-Antonio Orosco takes place Feb. 18, 9:30-11 a.m. Orosco will be discussing his new book, “Star Trek’s Philosophy of Peace & Justice: A Global Anti-Racist Approach,” with Andrew Fiala, professor at California State University, Fresno; and Jennifer King, assistant professor at University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/star-treks-philosophy-of-peace-and-justice-a-global-anti-racist-approach-tickets-257384352527. Co-sponsored by OSU.
NEW! FYI Friday – Food Insecurity on Campus: Food insecurity is three times more prevalent among college students compared to the general population. By attending this presentation, you’ll learn about the problem of food insecurity on campus, resources that are currently available and how you can help. Feb. 18, 11 a.m. to noon via Zoom. Registration required.
NEW! CTL Sparkshop – Engaging students in learning through problems: Design and implementation strategies. Problem-based learning (PBL) engages students in conducting research, integrating theory and practice, and applying knowledge and skills to analyze and solve authentic problems in the discipline. Join Funmi Amobi and Weiwei Zhang to discuss the strategies for designing, implementing and assessing PBL. Feb. 18, noon to 12:45 p.m. Registration required.
NEW! College of Public Health and Human Sciences Friday Research Seminar: “Expanding access to evidence-based insomnia treatment: Provider-focused solutions” will be presented by Jessee Dietch, assistant professor in OSU’s School of Psychological Sciences, Feb. 18, 1-2 p.m., HFC 115 and via Zoom. Learn more about upcoming and past seminars on the college website.
Master's Thesis Defense: Layla Ghazi will present her thesis titled "Concentration-runoff relationships of contrasting small mountainous rivers in the Pacific Northwest, USA: Insights into the weathering of rhenium," Feb. 17, 2 p.m. via a hybrid mode in Burt 193 and on Zoom. Ghazi is pursuing her M.S. degree concurrently to her Ph.D. in Ocean, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences with Julie Pett-Ridge in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences.
Department of Botany & Plant Pathology Winter Seminar Series: “The world of viruses and its evolution from dawn of life to SARS-CoV-2,” presented by Eugene V. Koonin of NCBI and NIH, Feb. 17, 4 p.m., ALS 4001 and via Zoom. For complete schedule visit the BPP Seminar website.
Charles E. Carpenter Lecture: Held each spring, the Carpenter Lecture features a nationally known speaker on a topic of importance to community colleges. This year’s speaker is Rufus Glasper, president and CEO of the League for Innovation in the Community College. Lecture title: "The Paradigm Shift for Higher Education." Feb. 17, 6-7 p.m. via Zoom. For more information and to RSVP, visit: https://education.oregonstate.edu/carpenter-lecture.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Keynote Address: Registration is now open for the keynote address to be held on Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. at the LaSells Stewart Center and via livestream. The keynote speaker is LaTosha Brown, nationally recognized as the “go-to” expert in black voting rights and voter suppression, black women’s empowerment and philanthropy. This event is free, but registration is required. For info, contact diversity@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-1063.
FST Farm 2 Fork Webinar: “Are Volatile Thiols the Only Cause of Tropical Fruit Aroma in White Wines? Exploring Aroma Interactions and Adapting Winemaking Procedures.” Would you like to learn how volatile thiols (3-MH, 3-MHA, and 4-MMP) can directly influence the aroma perception of white wines? Feb. 18, noon to 12:45 p.m. Register today.
Do you have a business idea but need some help? The OSU Advantage Accelerator is offering Iterate, a free virtual class for researchers and prospective entrepreneurs who have a business idea or technology that could become a sellable product or service but aren't sure what to do next. Come learn how to create a value proposition, find and understand your market, and more. Iterate consists of four Thursday workshops that build on each other: Feb. 24, March 3, 10 and 17, all from 3-4:30 p.m. Learn more and register here.
2022 Business Analytics Symposium: Join the College of Business and the Center for Business Analytics for a deep dive into the ethics of business analytics. Speakers include experts from companies like Daimler Truck North America, Amazon, PGE and more. Feb. 25, 8 a.m. to noon, virtual. $50 for individuals; $40 per person for groups larger than five people. https://beav.es/wGN.
NEW! SNAP Eligibility Income Increase: SNAP is a federal program that provides eligible participants with $234 a month for grocery funding and the Oregon income eligibility criteria recently increased. The Human Services Resource Center at OSU raises awareness about this resource and provides application assistance to U.S. citizens who make less than $2147 a month, or are work-study eligible or have a 0 EFC score on their FAFSA. For information: SNAP.HSRC@oregonstate.edu.
NEW! 25 Year Club inductees: Congratulations to Marta Torres, professor, for being inducted into the 25 Year club at OSU. You can read more about their time at OSU and others inducted into the club by clicking on their name.
Mid-Month Emergency Preparedness Topic: Food Options. If a disaster strikes your community, you might not have access to food, water, and electricity for days or even weeks. Options for food storage include: Freeze dried foods, MREs, dehydrated, foods and canned foods. This preparedness poster can be downloaded at: https://emergency.oregonstate.edu/emergency-preparedness/preparedness-topics/food-emergencies.
OSU "Out of the Darkness" Campus Walk: Walk with us to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. The Oregon State University Out of the Darkness Campus Walk will feature a resource fair, speakers, honor bead ceremony and campus walk. This event is a collaboration with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and is open to all. April 9, 10 a.m., SEC Plaza. Register now as an individual or set up a team by registering as a team captain: afsp.org/oregonstate.
OSU Staff Needed for Student Research Project: Participants are needed for a Qualtrics survey regarding perceptions of work norms for a student social psychology research methods project. Interested volunteers can contact martjen4@oregonstate.edu.
Faculty Staff Fitness: OSU Faculty Staff Fitness classes has its new spring schedule out for fitness classes on campus (click here for schedule), and more remote Online FSF options. We are also starting back the rehabilitative Adaptive Exercise Clinic (formerly MS Clinic; click here for information) Tuesday/Thursday from 2-3 p.m. Contact PAC.FSF@oregonstate.edu to help you find your fitness plan today.
Bi-Mart Autopay Program: Effective April 1, OSU’s Autopay agreement with Bi-Mart will end. As a result of this change, OSU employees will no longer be able to direct bill purchases from Bi-Mart to a department index. Bi-Mart has indicated they will not be entering into direct bill agreements with individual OSU departments. Starting in April, it is recommend to use a University Credit Card to make purchases from Bi-Mart. If needed, please reach out to the Travel & Expense Office if you need assistance obtaining a university card. For more information: RaeLee.Aguilar@oregonstate.edu or Lane.Byrnes@oregonstate.edu.
UHR Learning & Development is now accepting FYI Friday presentation proposals for spring: Does your team have a service, process or system you want to share with the campus community? FYI Friday is a weekly program where campus partners are invited to present brief awareness- or skill-building topics intended for a wide audience of professional faculty, academic faculty and classified staff. Presentations can be anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours in length. Learn more about the requirements and application process here. Contact hr.training@oregonstate.edu with questions.
Letters for Liberation: The OSU Pride Center is launching OSU Letters For Liberation, an ongoing letter-writing campaign to community members who are currently incarcerated. We’ve prepared instructions on how to start writing that can be used by both individuals and student clubs and organizations. Go to beav.es/wN5 to get started.
TRIAD 2022-23 Service Scholarship: The TRIAD Service Scholarship recognizes service as a value worthy of encouragement. This year the award is for $500. Consideration will be given to undergraduates who are juniors or seniors during the 2022-23 academic year. Students may be enrolled in Corvallis, Cascades or Ecampus. Applications will be evaluated based on undergraduate academic record (cumulative GPA, progress toward degree) and the significance of service activities. Deadline April 1. Link: https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yFU8MDOaera7wq.
Faculty Awards Solicitation: The Faculty Recognition and Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for individual awards. Criteria and nomination forms regarding these awards are online; nominations will be accepted through noon on March 30. Guidelines to assist those preparing nomination packets are available online. For further information, contact Vickie Nunnemaker.
Looking for Unsung Heroes: We are looking for submissions from the Oregon State community to highlight OSU employees and students who are not typically in the spotlight but who are going above and beyond in their work or personal lives. Inspired by our COVID-19 Unsung Hero profiles, we want to celebrate those who serve others, whether it be helping colleagues, volunteering in their community or simply living in ways that inspire us. Send your suggestions to osutoday@oregonstate.edu and our staff may contact them for interviews we’d feature in OSU Today and elsewhere.
COVID-19 testing: Oregon State University, in collaboration with Willamette Valley Toxicology (WVT), is providing on-site COVID-19 testing. OSU employees and students, regardless of vaccination status, are welcome to test at one of these locations: Corvallis: Student Experience Center and Cascade Hall 120: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.. (For staff wanting to get a test voluntarily, please make sure to register for a LabDash account prior to arrival: https://labdash.net/.) Bend: Ray Hall 302. Week of Jan. 3: Monday-Wednesday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-6 p.m.
NEW! College of Forestry Food Drive Auction: Check out all the cool stuff at https://www.32auctions.com/cof2022. This auction ends on Feb. 18 at 5 p.m. For questions contact Terralyn.Vandetta@Oregonstate.edu.
NEW! Have spare change? You can donate it to OSU’s annual Food Drive to help families in need. Feel free to stop by our coin change fundraiser at the Trysting Tree Lounge inside the MU on Feb. 17-18, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. This event is put on by Circle K International, a student volunteer organization on campus.
Vet Med Bake Sale: Starting Feb. 14. Baked goods at the sale include gluten-free brownies, Kahlua cake and salted chocolate chip shortbread. It would not be a vet med bake sale without homemade dog bones! Items will be individually wrapped with ingredients lists. The sale will be in the Magruder Hall atrium. Items will cost from $1-5. For questions, contact Sara.k.smith@oregonstate.edu.
CCVM hot dog sale: Feb. 17, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Magruder Hall atrium. Hot dog only for $2 or hot dog, drink and chips for $5. All proceeds go to the Linn Benton Food Drive. For questions, contact sara.k.smith@oregonstate.edu.
Bean Bag Toss and Putting Tournament: Come to Printing & Mailing's main office on Research Way to compete in two tournaments: $5 for 8 tosses or putts. Fantastic prizes will be given away to the top five contestants in each tournament. For more info contact kelly.clark@oregonstate.edu.
Walking Challenge: Did you know that the average American only walks 3,000 to 4,000 steps a day? The CDC recommends that adults should aim for 10,000 steps per day. Do you know how many steps you're taking a day? Join the Virtual Steps Challenge and see how many steps you can get in! The top three individuals who have the most cumulative steps between Feb. 20-28 will each receive a gift card! Link to enter: https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4TIPgonJVNikpr8.
Vet Med Book Sale: Come check out the gently used collection of books for all ages located in Magruder Hall atrium. The sale includes CDs, DVDs and board games. Prices range from $1-$3. Cash and checks are accepted. All proceeds go to the OSU Food Drive. For questions contact sara.k.smith@oregonstate.edu. This activity runs through Feb. 28.
Quilt and Art Raffle: The College of Forestry invites you to visit https://www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/college-forestry-raffle or stop by the help desk located in PFSC 209 to view raffle items and buy tickets.
Gift basket auction: The Crop and Soil Science Department will have expertly crafted gift baskets up for auction Feb. 23-24 in Crop Science 109. Lots of different baskets to choose from. Winners will be contacted at the end of the day Feb. 24. For questions contact emmalie.goodwin@oregonstate.edu.
Beaver Battalion Bake Sale: Help support the OSU Food Drive by partaking in a special treat baked just for you by the NROTC Beaver Battalion. Stop by the SEC Plaza from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Feb. 17 or 24 for a mid-day snack. You can also support the Food Drive by donating through their Facebook page. For questions, contact lauri.morris@oregonstate.edu.
School of Public Policy Bottle/Can Deposit Drive: Each floor of Bexell Hall will have donated Home Depot orange buckets near all the trash bins to receive bottles/cans, or you can leave any large supplies in Bexell Hall 418. All money from the deposited bottles and cans will be donated to the Linn Benton Food Share. Contact jen.edwards@oregonstate.edu with any questions.
College of Forestry 5K/10K Virtual Run: "Race to the Top Banana." You have the option to receive a t-shirt to commemorate your race. Your entry fee of $25 will go to the Linn Benton Food Share to help feed those in need in our community. Complete your registration and email Jenna.Baker@oregonstate.edu with any questions.
Live Cooking Demo with Kelly Strait: Join our live cooking demo with Kelly Streit, Registered Dietician/Senior Instructor, Family & Community Health, Clackamas County on Feb. 28 at noon. Make a donation using Give Butter or Network for Good, or another platform; suggested donation is $5. Note "Cooking Demo" to your donation receipt and email to amy.baker@oregonstate.edu for the Zoom link.
School of Public Policy Giving Tree: Swing by Bexell Hall 300 and pick an apple and/or a leaf from the "giving tree." The items printed on the apples and leaves are from the Linn Benton Food Share's most wanted foods list. By taking an apple or a leaf, you promise to bring in the item(s) to Bexell Hall's Room 309 before Feb. 28 to be donated. Contact jen.edwards@oregonstate.edu with any questions.
Recipes wanted: The OSU Foundation and the OSU Alumni Association are collecting recipes for a cookbook with the theme “Bites & Beverages,” so share recipes befitting the best social hour in 2022. Submit your favorite recipe by Feb. 25 to be included. Order your cookbook today: Digital copies are $10 and printed copies are $15; books will be delivered in April. For more information email Heather Rapp.
Permanent closure of Navy ROTC Armory East parking lot: The former Navy ROTC Armory East parking lot (lot #3265) has been decommissioned. Parking for vehicles and motorcycles is no longer available in that area, which is located south of Goss Stadium on SW Washington Way (view map).
This email only lists new or recently updated job postings. For a full list of current job postings for OSU Today, go to: http://today.oregonstate.edu/email/jobs To apply for the below positions, visit jobs.oregonstate.edu unless otherwise specified.
NEW! OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for an HVAC Control Technician. This position is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, 12-month, Classified position. Posting #P03421CT. Closes Feb. 28.
NEW! OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for the Associate Director of Student Success & Retention Programs. This position is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, 12-month, Professional Faculty position. Posting #P05239UF. Closes Feb. 28.
NEW! OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon invites applications for an Instructor – Computer Science. This position is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, 9-month fixed-term, Instructor position. Posting #P05240UF. Closes March 15.
NEW! The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access (EOA) is seeking applicants for a full-time, 12-month Professional Faculty position Accommodation Associate. Posting #P05245UF. Closes March 17.
"People do not know what to make of me, and this pleases me. I don't want to be scrutable.” ~ Rivers Solomon
Corvallis: Slight chance of rain today, high of 50, low of 37. Mostly cloudy Thursday.
Central Oregon: Mostly sunny today, high of 45, low of 27. Sunny tomorrow.
Newport: Chance of rain today, high of 49, low of 42. Partly sunny Thursday.
Statewide: For OSU employees around the state, find your local forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/pqr/
