Parent and Family Calendar 2017-2018
SUBJECT PHONE Academic Success Center... 541-737-2272 Admissions... 541-737-4411 Athletic Tickets... 541-737-4455 Beaver Bus... 541-737-2583 Books and Supplies... 541-737-4323 Campus Operator/General Information... 541-737-1000 Campus Police and Security... 541-737-3010 Campus Tours... 541-737-2626 Career Center... 541-737-4085 Change of Address... 541-737-4331 Change of Major... 541-737-4331 Child Care and Family Resources... 541-737-4906 Clubs and Organizations... 541-737-2101 College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)... 541-737-2389 Counseling and Psychological Services... 541-737-2131 Cultural Resource Centers Asian and Pacific Cultural Center... 541-737-6361 Centro Cultural César Chávez... 541-737-3790 Ettihad Cultural Center... 541-737-9030 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex and Allies (LGBTQQIA)/Pride Center... 541-737-9161 Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center... 541-737-4372 Native American Longhouse Eena Haws... 541-737-2738 Women s Center... 541-737-3186 Dean of Student Life... 541-737-8748 Department of Public Safety and Oregon State Police Non-Emergency... 541-737-3010 Emergency... 541-737-7000 Disability Access Services (DAS)... 541-737-4098 Diversity and Cultural Engagement... 541-737-9030 Dixon Recreation Center... 541-737-3748 Educational Opportunities Program (EOP)... 541-737-3628 Employment (on campus)... 541-737-4805 Family Weekend Information... 541-737-6872 Fee Payment... 541-737-3031 Financial Difficulties... 541-737-2241 Fraternities... 541-737-5432 Health Concerns... 541-737-9355 Health Insurance (student)... 541-737-7600 Horse Stables (boarding)... 541-737-3575 Housing (on campus)... 541-737-4771 ID Center... 541-737-2493 Information (general)... 541-737-1000 International Exchange Programs... 541-737-3006 International Student Assistance INTO Reception... 541-737-2464 OSU Global Opportunities... 541-737-3006 Legal Assistance... 541-737-4165 Library... 541-737-3331 Loans and Grants... 541-737-2241 Lost and Found... 541-737-7240 Medical Concerns... 541-737-9355 Newspaper (student)... 541-737-3374 Ombuds Office... 541-737-7029 Parent Association... 541-737-7627 Parking Permits... 541-737-2583 Pharmacy... 541-737-9355 Readmission... 541-737-4331 Residence Halls... 541-737-4771 Residency Requirements... 541-737-4411 SafeRide Program (main office)... 541-737-2252 Scholarship Information... 541-737-2241 Services for Students with Disabilities... 541-737-4098 Survivor Advocacy and Resource Center... 541-737-2030 Sororities... 541-737-5432 Spiritual and Philosophical Organizations... 541-737-5082 Student Activities... 541-737-2101 Student Government (ASOSU)... 541-737-8237 Student Life Assistance Team... 541-737-8748 Study Abroad Program... 541-737-3006 Summer Classes... 541-737-1470 Transfer Credit (upon admission)... 541-737-4411 Tutoring (consult academic advisor) Collaborative Learning Center... 541-737-3331 Math Learning Center... 541-737-4946 Supplemental Instruction... 541-737-2272 Writing Center... 541-737-5640 Undecided Major... 541-737-8144 Withdrawal (from classes and from the university)... 541-737-4331 Verification of Enrollment... 541-737-4331 Veterans Services Advisor... 541-737-7662 Published by New Student Programs & Family Outreach A150 Kerr Administration Building, 541-737-7627 newstudents.oregonstate.edu
Welcome to Beaver Nation! Thank you for entrusting your student s education to Oregon State University. We take this responsibility seriously and ask that you join with us as partners in providing the very best learning and living experience for your student at Oregon State. The active involvement of parents and family members has always been a hallmark of an Oregon State education, and the relationship between you and the university jointly responsible for your student s education contributes to a special sense of community found nowhere else. Together, we can nurture and encourage your student to grow personally and academically. Because you are an integral member of this partnership, we want to ensure you are informed about campus resources and contacts. This calendar contains important academic dates and deadlines, as well as support systems your student can access. Additionally, you ll find information about great campus traditions that you can enjoy with your student like Family Weekend and Homecoming. I encourage you to look through this calendar together to prepare for the upcoming year at Oregon State University. Sincerely, Edward J. Ray, President
New Student Walk on the Memorial Union Quad is a Welcome Week tradition.
SEPTEMBER 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY October 3 4 University closed S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 University move-in 17 18 19 20 Fall term begins 21 22 23 OSU Welcome Week 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Welcome Week MEMORIAL UNION Notes mu.oregonstate.edu experience.oregonstate.edu
Located near the east end of the Valley Library, the Oregon State Bell Tower features 14 bells and plays short classical compositions throughout the day. The tower was built in 2001 thanks to a gift from the family of H. Dean Papé, a 1942 alumnus.
OCTOBER 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Last day to drop course with 100% refund Last day to add course without dept. permission FAFSA Available to submit for 2018-2019 8 Last day to add course with dept. permission 15 Last day to withdraw from course with 50% refund 2 3 4 5 Tuition bills emailed to ONID accounts (due Nov. 1) Deadline: fall term graduation application 9 10 11 12 13 14 OSU Homecoming 16 17 18 19 20 21 6 7 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 November S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Fall Family Weekend Nov. 17-19, 2017 NEWS HELPFUL TIPS GREAT DEALS DELIVERED FRESH AND DAILY TO YOUR EMAIL OSU invites your family to celebrate our students success with us! Experience a weekend in the life of a Beaver by walking the halls, enjoying the arts and spending quality leisure time. Register and view a complete schedule of events online at: sli.oregonstate.edu/osupc/family SUBSCRIBE FIND OUT MORE AT ORANGEMEDIANETWORK.COM NEWS, SPORTS, LIFESTYLE, ART, MUSIC, VIDEO, GAMING, FASHION experience.oregonstate.edu
Benny Beaver rallies the crowd as the Oregon State football team enters Reser Stadium.
NOVEMBER 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY December S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 5 6 7 8 9 Last day to change to/from S/U grading 12 Winter term registration: Phase 1 (ends Nov. 29) 1 2 3 4 Last day to withdraw from course (W grade on transcript) University closed 13 14 15 16 17 Fall Family Weekend 10 11 18 Fall Family Weekend 19 Fall Family Weekend 20 21 22 23 University closed University closed 24 25 26 27 Dead week 28 29 30 Winter term registration: Phase 2 (ends Jan. 15) DISABILITY ACCESS SERVICES Email: disability.services@oregonstate.edu Phone: 541-737-4098 Web: ds.oregonstate.edu Notes experience.oregonstate.edu
Weatherford Hall. While snow is not frequent in the Willamette Valley, campus sometimes gets a dusting.
DECEMBER 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY January 3 4 Finals week 10 11 12 13 Grades available online S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 Dead week 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Last day to withdraw 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 from term (W grade on transcript) 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 5 6 7 8 End of fall term 14 15 16 1 2 9 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 University closed 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Notes MAKE AN IMPACT Support the Parent & Family Fund with a year-end gift. Your gift helps provide invaluable opportunities for the success and well-being of all Oregon State students in college and throughout the rest of their lives. Susie Brubaker-Cole Vice Provost for Student Affairs Make a year-end gift today: osufoundation.org/parentsfund OSU FOUNDATION osufoundation.org/parentcouncil experience.oregonstate.edu
The Student Experience Center is a hub for learning outside the classroom. The building houses 28 student programs, including Orange Media Network and the Craft Center.
JANUARY 2018 February S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 14 Last day to drop course with 100% refund Last day to add course without dept. permission University closed 1 7 8 Winter term begins University closed 15 2 3 4 5 Tuition bills emailed to ONID accounts (due Feb. 1) 9 10 11 12 13 16 17 18 19 Deadline: winter term graduation application 6 20 21 Last day to add course with dept. permission 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Last day to withdraw from course with 50% refund 29 30 31 University Housing & Dining Services KEEP COLLEGE LIVING SIMPLE. OSU students can continue enjoying the convenience & safety of on-campus housing beyond their first year. AFTER LAST TERM I FEEL TOTALLY! I THOUGHT OSU WOULD BE, BUT INSTEAD IT WAS! Close to all campus resources. Fresh food made daily. Dining Plan dollars roll over for next year. Discount for returning residents or current OSU students. All expenses rolled in to one bill. Apartments or suites that share a private bathroom. Learn about the dedicated communities for sophomore and above students. uhds.oregonstate.edu/return LIVE ON CAMPUS First terms are an adventure. Experiences, challenges and successes are individual. Encourage your student to reflect on last term, build on what they learned and continue to explore resources: Academic coaching: Discover strategies, set goals, develop action plans The Learning Corner (online): Consider new ways to study and practice Professors, instructors and TAs: Ask questions and share curiosity THE ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER WALDO 102 & THE BETH RAY CENTER SUCCESS.OREGONSTATE.EDU experience.oregonstate.edu
Weatherford Hall overlooks Student Legacy Park. The park is home to many intramural and sport club games and competitions.
FEBRUARY 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Last day to change to/from S/U grading Last day to withdraw from course (W grade on transcript) 24 25 Spring term registration: Phase 1 (ends March 14) 26 27 28 Deadline: FAFSA priority application March S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 INFLUENZA Get your flu shot on campus at Student Health Services. Information: 541-737-9355 experience.oregonstate.edu
Austin Hall, home of the Oregon State College of Business.
MARCH 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY April S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Dead week 13 14 15 16 17 Spring term registration: Phase 2 (ends April 9) Last day to withdraw from term (W grade on transcript) 18 19 Finals week 20 21 22 23 24 End of winter term 25 26 Spring break 27 28 29 30 31 Grades available online CORVALLIS Living Guide The go-to resource for tenant rights and responsibilities Students qualify for up to $250 off their security deposit by correctly answering 20 of 25 questions at: CorvallisLivingGuide.com Notes experience.oregonstate.edu
Downtown Corvallis is within five blocks of campus and has a large variety of shops and restaurants, many of which are locally owned.
APRIL 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 8 Last day to add course without dept. permission Last day to drop course with 100% refund 1 2 Spring term begins 3 4 5 Tuition bills emailed to ONID accounts (due May 1) 9 10 11 12 13 Deadline: spring term graduation application 6 7 14 Summer session registration begins Last day to add course with dept. permission 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Last day to withdraw from course with 50% refund 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 May S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 RALLY. MARCH. SPEAK OUT. Information: TBTN/studenthealth.oregonstate.edu OSU invites your family to celebrate our students success with us! Experience a weekend in the life of a Beaver by walking the halls, enjoying the arts and spending quality leisure time. Register and view a complete schedule of events online at: sli.oregonstate.edu/osupc/family experience.oregonstate.edu
The International Living Learning Center (ILLC), one of 15 on-campus residence halls.
MAY 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 6 Spring Family Weekend 1 2 3 4 Spring Family Weekend 5 Spring Family Weekend 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Last day to change to/from S/U grading Last day to withdraw from course (W grade on transcript) 19 Fall term priority registration begins 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 University closed 29 30 31 June S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Why Pay Full Price? Get 10% off all food purchases made with an Orange Cash account! Orange Cash is a debit account on a student s OSU ID card Accepted at more than 25 campus restaurants, cafes and markets Friends and family members can add money to the account online Schedule automatic deposits weekly, monthly, or based on balance Monitor account balance or make deposits online at mycard.oregonstate.edu food.oregonstate.edu/orange-rewards Notes experience.oregonstate.edu
Graduation day is a celebration for all. At Oregon State University, students receive their diploma at the Commencement ceremony.
JUNE 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 3 4 Dead week S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 5 6 7 8 July Last day to withdraw from term (W grade on transcript) 1 2 9 10 11 Finals week 12 13 14 15 Commencement 16 End of spring term 17 18 Session 6 Zero-Week/ Intersession begins (1 week) 19 20 Grades available online 21 22 23 24 25 Session 1 begins (11 weeks) 26 27 28 29 30 Session 2 begins (4 weeks) Session 3 begins (8 weeks) Have a question and unsure who to call? Notes New Student Programs & Family Outreach is here to help guide and assist you. Give us a call at 541-737-7627, and we can get you pointed in the right direction. experience.oregonstate.edu
The Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center is one of seven cultural resource centers aimed at promoting and supporting ethnic diversity, women and LGBTQ students.
JULY 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 University closed 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Session 4 begins (4 weeks) 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 August S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Want this calendar again for next year? Become a member of the Parent & Family Association by donating to the Parent & Family Fund at: studentlife.oregonstate.edu/parents/parents-family-association Notes experience.oregonstate.edu
Students enjoy sunshine and social time on the north end of campus.
AUGUST 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Session 5 begins (3 weeks) 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 September S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Notes Notes experience.oregonstate.edu