Office of the Registrar

From: Office of the President

Dear OSU Community Members:

I write to announce an important investment in our work to advance access, opportunity and excellence in service of OSU’s land grant mission.

I am naming Scott Vignos to a new position as Vice President for Mission and Impact, evolving and elevating the Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer role with a continued reporting line to me. In this role, Scott will have expanded responsibility for working across the institution to lead broad, strategic initiatives central to advancing the university’s land grant mission while building trust among diverse internal and external communities.

The university’s commitment to inclusive excellence remains core to OSU’s mission and will be further elevated through Scott’s leadership in this new role.

Scott will continue to lead implementation of the Diversity Action Plan supporting Prosperity Widely Shared. His portfolio will expand to include both the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access and the Office of Institutional Diversity.

Becky Bangs will serve as Associate Vice President and Chief Civil Rights Officer, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, and will continue to lead the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Teresita Alvarez-Cortez will serve as Associate Vice President for Inclusive Excellence and will lead the Office of Institutional Diversity. Becky and Teresita will report to Scott, and I will regularly meet with Becky and Scott to ensure the university continues to advance its important civil rights obligations.

While the Office of Institutional Diversity and the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access have vital and complementary roles, their functions are unique, and each office will continue to operate with their own distinctive portfolios and structures.

Advancing OSU’s mission and our shared commitment to inclusive excellence requires creative leadership to accelerate university-wide initiatives that bridge multiple domains. At the same time, we must continue to embrace diverging perspectives and create opportunities for dialogue, growth and institutional transformation. These developments will contribute centrally to our continued, collective success.

These changes will be effective July 1, 2025. Please join me in congratulating Scott, Becky and Teresita and thanking them for their leadership in these roles.

Sincerely, Jayathi Y. Murthy, President

From: Office of the Registrar

Congratulations 2025 graduates!
Commencement details and reminders

You RSVP’d to Corvallis Commencement, which will be held tomorrow, June 14, 2025. Read on for important ceremony details and reminders.

Know Before You Go Information

What to bring

• A small clear bag with snacks, sunscreen, sunglasses, your phone, and extra water—there will be water available on the field. 

• All of your regalia, including cap, gown, and tassel (and hoods for Master’s and Ph.D.s). 

• Weather-appropriate gear such as a jacket, rain poncho, etc. 

What not to bring

• Alcohol and other drugs are prohibited on our campus. 
• Open umbrellas are not permitted in Reser Stadium.

Regalia

• Undergraduates: tassels go on the right side of your cap and are moved to the left after the degree is conferred. 

• Postbaccalaureates, Master’s and Ph.D.s: tassels remain on the left throughout the ceremony. 

• Master’s and Ph.D.s: hooding occurs during the ceremony, so you will carry your hood until then. 

Lineup/procession details

Line up by 9 a.m.—Undergraduates, line up in any order within your college—your college is listed in the top block in MyDegrees. Master's, line up all together in any order. Ph.D.s, line up all together in your assigned order. 

• Check the interactive campus map to find your lineup starting point. Double-degree students received communication about which college to join for the lineup.

• Find your marshal to receive your Commencement Card.  

• Keep your card; it is your pass to the ceremony, photographs, and diploma/case. If you have your phone, take a picture of your card as a backup.  

• There will be volunteers around to offer help if needed. 

• Be prepared to process close to three miles and have moments of waiting, as thousands of graduates will be participating.  

• Dress for comfort, especially with shoes.  

• Restrooms are available in the Memorial Union. There will be portable restrooms on the field, but lines can be long so using the restroom before joining the lineup is recommended.  

10:00 a.m. Processional begins  
 
10:30 a.m. Processional enters Reser Stadium

Ceremony details

~11:00 a.m. Ceremony begins 

• Speeches and Opening Remarks  

• Presentation and Conferral of Degrees  

• Ph.D. students will be invited to stand and have their degrees conferred. They will be hooded in the hooding area, have their names read as they cross the stage, receive their diploma/case, and have their photos taken before returning to their seats. 

• Master’s students will be invited to stand to have their degrees conferred by the dean, and then will be instructed to proceed with their hooding at their seats. 

• Undergraduate students will be invited to stand with their college and have their degrees conferred, and will be collectively recognized by their respective deans. 

• Closing Remarks

Diploma/case distribution & photography

After closing remarks, marshals will begin releasing rows of students to get their diplomas/cases. Ph.D. students may exit the stadium.
 
Undergraduate students will make their way to their college’s distribution area for photos and diplomas/cases. Some colleges have multiple tents, so look for the alpha split for your last name. 
 
Master’s students will proceed to the stage for their photos and diplomas/cases. Marshals and volunteers will guide you.  

Pacing: Each line will move at a different pace due to the different approaches each dean takes with the photo and diploma case handoff. When waiting to receive your own diploma and photo opportunity, remember that we are trying to make the moment special for each graduate.   

• Commencement card: Hand off your card when you get to the tent.

• Diploma/case: You will receive your diploma/case from the dean of your college. 

  • Double-degree students will go to the tent of the college they processed with to receive both of their diplomas/cases. 

• Photo 1: Have your picture taken with a dean of your college as you receive your diploma/case.  

• Photo 2: Have your portrait taken with your diploma/case on the side of the tent before you exit the stadium to celebrate. 

  • Undergraduate and Master’s students leave the field after receiving their diploma/case.  

  • Remember to take your personal belongings with you. 

Note: Students with no outstanding graduation requirements/holds the week prior to the ceremony will receive their actual diploma during distribution. Diplomas are not a confirmation of a degree.* 

• ~1:30 p.m. Commencement ceremony concludes  

*Students completing their requirements in spring: your degree is not awarded until you have completed all your requirements with sufficient grades. Monitor your OSU email as you will hear from the Degree Completion Team a few weeks after commencement as they work through the final grade reviews.

Quick guide

• Bring snacks, sunscreen, sunglasses, your phone, and extra water.
• Bring all your regalia.
• Review commencement security guidelines.
• Wear comfortable shoes.
• Find your marshal and get your Commencement Card.
• Keep your card and take a picture of it.
• Restrooms are available, but it is recommended to use the restrooms in the Memorial Union before the lineup.
• Keep your personal belongings with you and take them when you leave.

 9:00 a.m. Lineup

10:00 a.m. Processional begins

10:30 a.m. Processional enters Reser Stadium

~11:00 a.m. Ceremony begins

• Speeches and Opening Remarks
• Presentation and Conferral of Degrees
• Closing Remarks

• Undergraduate students, go to your college’s distribution area for photos and your diploma/case. Master’s students, go to the stage for your photos and diploma/case. Ph.D. students may exit the stadium.

~1:30 p.m. Commencement ceremony concludes

Additional information

Seating for graduates and guests  
Want to let your guests know where to focus their attention for your college?  
Graduate seating  
Guest seating    
 
Grads Give Back  
You can help a future graduate who may not otherwise be able to participate in Commencement (while keeping your cap and cords as a memento). Check out Grads Give Back for more details. 
 
Have questions? 
Check out the Commencement page and helpful FAQs.   
 
Additional resources  
The ceremony will be broadcast live on the commencement site/live.oregonstate.edu. 
Commencement Accommodations  
Corvallis events, dining, and lodging 

From: Office of the Registrar

How to spot a marshal

Marshals will be:

• at their lineup locations by 9 a.m.
• wearing academic regalia.
• carrying a ring of cards.
• surrounded by students.
• hopefully wearing comfortable shoes.

Where to find YOUR marshal and line up

• Undergraduates, head to your college's starting point.
  • Locate your college's orange banner.
  • Find the tall alpha-split sign that contains the first letter of your last name. Get your card from the marshal. Line up in any order in your college!
• Master's, head to your starting point near the Bell Tower and the Milne Computer Center.
  • Find the tall alpha-split sign that contains the first letter of your last name. Get your card from the marshal. Line up in any order!
• Ph.D.s, head to your starting point at Kerr, get your card from the marshal, and line up in alphabetical order.

From: Office of the Registrar

Make it a great day for everyone and celebrate responsibly, before and after Commencement.

ASSOCIATED STUDENTS OF OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY   

Audrey Schlotter, President  | Office: SEC 286   Phone: 541-737-6300 | Email: [email protected]

Graduates,

From the bottom of my heart, congratulations. You did the dam thing, and you left your mark on Oregon State University while doing it. I hope OSU has given you the opportunities you needed and felt like a home throughout this journey. I can say with certainty that we wouldn’t be the same without you.

After Saturday, you’ll walk away with more than just a diploma. You’ll carry with you a collection of memories—moments that shaped you, challenged you, and brought you joy. These are the stories you’ll tell for decades to come. I’m so proud of us because together, we truly did the DAM thing.

College isn’t easy. Earning your degree is a huge accomplishment, and it’s one that took resilience, hard work, and heart. I have no doubt that you’ll go on to do incredible things. Wherever life takes you, Beaver Nation will be cheering you on.

As you celebrate today, I hope you do so in a way that honors everything you’ve achieved. We all celebrate differently, but we share a responsibility to keep ourselves and our community safe. That’s what it means to be part of Beaver Nation. We take care of one another.

When you step onto campus for Commencement, I hope you feel proud, supported, and fully present. To help make that possible, OSU’s usual policies, including the alcohol- and drug-free guidelines, will still be in place. These aren’t just rules. They help create a space where everyone can celebrate safely and meaningfully, surrounded by the people who matter most. This day is about you—your journey, your growth, and the memories you’ll carry forward.

Thank you for trusting me with your leadership and your voice. Serving as your ASOSU President has been the greatest honor. I’m beyond proud of what we’ve built together this year. Give yourself grace, celebrate how far you’ve come, and live your life boldly. I can’t wait to see you Saturday. And as always, Go Beavs!

With pride,
Audrey Schlotter
ASOSU President 2024–2025

View the Code of Student Conduct

From: Office of the Registrar

Commencement card:
what to know

What is a commencement card

Your commencement card is:

• your pass to the ceremony.
• what you hand to the tent staff to receive your diploma/case.
• how the photographers match your name to your photo.

When and where you will receive your card

You will go to your college's lineup for the processional and receive your card from a marshal near your college's orange banner, next to the alpha-split for the first letter of your last name.

Find your college's lineup starting point and get directions on the interactive campus map!

• Each college will have a different card color.
• There is helpful information on both sides of the card.
• There is a QR code to register for your photos.

Pre-register for your photo proofs.

From: Office of the Registrar

Key visuals for commencement

NEW! Interactive campus map with processional lineup points

1. Select your college/group below to access your processional lineup starting point.
2. Select the arrow icon at the top left of the pop-up to access directions from your location.
   1. If you do not want to allow the map to access your location, type in the nearest campus building to use as your starting point.
3. Lineup at 9 a.m.

Master's and Ph.D.s

Master's 
Ph.D.s

Undergraduates & Postbaccalaureates

Agricultural Sciences 
Business 
CEOAS
Education
Engineering
Forestry
Health
Liberal Arts
Science
 

See below for more visuals.

The Commencement processional lineup is viewable from the main campus map link as well, and you can zoom in to find your college's/group's map pin.

Below are other visuals and guidance for locating your lineup starting point, guests and graduate seating maps, and a helpful image of the clear bag policy.

Graduate processional lineup map

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Agricultural Sciences: Lineup starts off of SW Waldo Place in front of Kidder Hall in the Valley Library Quad.

Business, CEOAS, Education, Engineering, Forestry, : Lineup starts on SW 26th Street near Dixon Recreation Center.

Health: Lineup starts off of SW 26th Street on the Memorial Union Quad near Milam Hall.

Liberal Arts: Lineup starts on SW Memorial Place on the Memorial Union Quad near Strand Agriculture Hall.

Science: Lineup starts on SW Waldo Place between the Student Experience Center and the Valley Library.Master’s: Lineup starts near the Bell Tower and Milne Computer Center.

Ph.D.s: Lineup starts on Jefferson Way at the Kerr Administration Building

Guest and graduate seating map

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Reser Stadium Guest and Graduate Seating Map. Top (right side of Jumbotron) shows  Ph.D, Master's, Education, Forestry, CEOAS, Business, Health, Science. On the bottom (left side of Jumbotron), Ph.D., Master's, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Ag Sciences. Guest seating is on both sides of the stadium but excludes the seating behind the jumbotron.

Clear bag policy

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Commencement questions?

From: University Relations and Marketing

Dear OSU Community Members:

Oregon State University has joined 23 other U.S. research universities in filing an amicus brief supporting Harvard University’s lawsuit against the federal administration for freezing research funding based on alleged viewpoint discrimination.

As outlined in the brief, extensive federal research funding cuts to universities – such as those imperiling Harvard – threaten the decades-long partnership between government and research universities that has led to countless scientific and medical breakthroughs contributing to the prosperity, health and security of generations of Americans and people around the world.

As Oregon’s leading research university, OSU has played an important role in building coalitions with peer universities and others to advocate on behalf of the university’s mission and higher education as a whole. Last week, OSU filed declarations in two new lawsuits brought by multistate coalitions against the National Science Foundation. The suits, whose plaintiffs include the state of Oregon, challenge the NSF’s policy regarding a 15% cap on the reimbursement of indirect costs for new awards and also the agency’s termination of certain existing grants, including a number of awards to OSU principal investigators. These declarations follow one that OSU recently submitted in another court challenge to the NSF’s proposed 15% cap brought by Association of Public and Land-grant Universities and the Association of American Universities.

These filings are the latest in a series of legal actions that OSU has taken on a range of issues to advocate for OSU students and employees, including academic freedom and free expression, immigration, tariffs, research, gender-affirming health care and access to federal student loans. These actions emphasize the value of higher education and advance OSU’s land grant mission to promote economic, social, cultural and environmental progress for the people of Oregon, the nation and the world.

University leaders and subject-matter experts continue to monitor and respond to the evolving federal landscape while staying in regular contact with state and federal elected representatives and officials. OSU community members navigating immigration matters can find up-to-date  information on a range of topics, including travel and visa concerns, on the Office of International Services website. OSU’s Division of Research and Innovation provides up-to-date information for principal investigators on its website. All academic faculty who receive stop-work orders or new federal grant certification requirements or who experience slow-downs in disbursement of funds should contact [email protected].

As we look forward to summer, we encourage all members of the OSU community to stay true to the university’s mission and values by remaining engaged and continuing to foster dialogue across a range of perspectives, experiences and views as we navigate these challenging times.

On behalf of the university,

Rob Odom, Vice President for University Relations and Marketing

From: Office of the President

INVITATION

President Jayathi Murthy invites you to take a study break and join her in the SEC Plaza for the President’s Pizza in the Plaza!

Monday, June 9

3:30-4:30 p.m.
SEC Plaza

For questions please contact Shari Brumbach by email or calling 541-760-6188.

From: Office of the Registrar

All Reser Stadium policies apply for commencement

• For safety and security, there is a no-reentry policy. This includes graduates leaving the field.
• There is an approved items list that is helpful for your guests.
• There is also a prohibited items list that is important for everyone to review.
• There is a clear bag policy for all graduates and guests.

Take note of a few of the items on the prohibited list, such as flags/signs on poles or sticks (including selfie sticks), artificial noisemakers, weapons of any kind, live beavers (except Benny, of course), chainsaws, alcohol and tobacco or smoking products.

Review the prohibited items page.

Banners, signs and flags

Banners, signs and/or flags must be handheld, cannot obstruct the views of others, and cannot hang from stadium facades or be attached to a pole.Banners, signs and/or flags are prohibited if they contain any content that violates OSU’s non-discrimination policy by targeting particular groups of individuals based on race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age or disability; includes swear words; includes obscene images; is directed negatively towards individuals or teams on-site. Review the clear bag and banner/signs/flags policies and FAQs.

Reser Stadium Code of Conduct

Oregon State University assigns a high priority to events taking place in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere.

This includes for visitors, staff and students. Guests, participants and working staff are prohibited from use of language, or display of gestures, signs, symbols, or images, that are physically threatening, abusive, or discriminatory, including on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, disability, and/or sexual orientation.

Those who engage in any disruptive behavior (including but not limited to discriminatory or threatening/abusive language) will be subject to ejection from the venue. Review code of conduct, approved items, and more.

From: Office of the Registrar

Diploma/case distribution & photography

After closing remarks

• Marshals will begin releasing rows.
• Make your way (in your comfortable shoes) to your college's distribution area.
• Get your diploma/case—You did it!
• Get your photo taken—Twice!
• You are all set to exit the stadium and celebrate! Please note that guests are not permitted on the field.

What is in a diploma case

Letter

Visit the Grad Team photography site!

From: Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs

Dear OSU Students and Employees,

As the spring term and the regular academic year come to a close, it is important to acknowledge mental health awareness and well-being. We recognize that many members of our university community have faced challenges this year while striving to achieve their academic and professional goals at OSU.

Oregon State University remains committed to mental well-being and fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation. This involves engaging everyone in the conversation, creating a supportive community, and offering services and initiatives to address the mental health needs of our community and prevent distress proactively.

The university continues to expand and enhance mental health services and initiatives. Below are examples of student and employee services and relevant information:

A series of special spring term free individual drop-in mental health support sessions provided through a partnership with Lines for Life and the Oregon Health Authority. These sessions are available to students and employees.

In-person Individual, Drop-In Support Sessions at MU 211:

• Tuesday, June 10th, 8:00-10:00am and 12:00-2:00pm
• Wednesday, June 11th, 8:00-10:00am and 12:00-2:00pm

Virtual Individual, Drop-In Support Sessions:

Join Zoom Meeting: https://beav.es/Nzj
Meeting ID: 829 8801 3863
Passcode: 409658

• Thursday, June 5th, 5:00-8:00pm
• Friday, June 6th, 10:00am-12:00pm
• Friday, June 6th, 5:00-7:00pm
• Monday, June 9th, 12:00-2:00pm

Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) offers a variety of mental health services on the Corvallis campus, including short-term counseling, training to support others, and Anytime Anywhere, a mental health platform providing real-time chat, phone support, and educational content for Corvallis, OSU-Cascades, and Ecampus students. On the Corvallis campus, CAPS has created multiple positions for mental health and wellness coordinators with specialized expertise to serve the needs of Black and African-American and Indigenous students, LGBTQ+ students and veteran and military-connected students. These coordinators are in addition to counselors who are embedded in the colleges of Veterinary Medicine and Engineering, as well as OSU Athletics.

Student Health Services on the Corvallis campus has expanded its mental health care support through a collaborative program involving nurses, primary care providers, and psychiatry professionals to deliver comprehensive care.

OSU Assist provides immediate, compassionate crisis support on the Corvallis campus through a multidisciplinary team offering mobile crisis response and wraparound services for individuals facing mental health challenges or other forms of distress.

OSU-Cascades Student Health and Wellness is committed to connecting students with assistance both on and off campus, offering short-term individual and group counseling for current OSU-Cascades students, along with resources addressing environmental, physical, emotional, financial, sexual, and social health.

E-Campus offers various well-being resources for students attending OSU online.

Most support services are available over the summer. Please visit each resource's website for summer hours and additional information.

Supporting the mental well-being of all members of the university community remains a fundamental priority for Oregon State University. We wish you a successful conclusion to the spring term and a rejuvenating summer.

Sincerely,
Dan Larson, Vice President, Student Affairs
Heather Horn, Vice Provost, Chief Human Resources Officer

From: Office of the Registrar

Take care of yourself and

make it a great day!

Remember to celebrate responsibly before and after the event.

Review the processional lineup map before you arrive.

Wear comfortable shoes—there is a reason we say this so many times. And be aware of obstacles during the processional, such as medians.

If you are sensitive to loud sounds, consider bringing earplugs as there will be speakers on the field.

Bring extra water and snacks in your clear bag.

Be mindful of individual and interpersonal safety—remember we are all celebrating together.

Prepare for the weather, which is currently predicted to have a high of 69° and be mostly cloudy. Commencement occurs rain or shine. Open umbrellas are not permitted in the stadium.

Before the event, decide with your guests where you'll meet them after the ceremony; cell service can be spotty with a full stadium.

There may be additional activities occurring in Corvallis that day so prepare for increased traffic to and from the event. Parking is free on Commencement day but if possible, walk, carpool or use the Beaver Shuttle Buses. 

Check out the commencement parking map which includes shuttle stops.

Access the live shuttle tracker.

From: Office of the Registrar

It’s the big day! 

You wake up, grab your regalia (cap, gown, and tassel), and after a quick fit check, you run out the door to get to campus by 9 am. After three steps of running, you realize—these are not the shoes to be wearing. You head back inside, change into comfortable shoes, and grab the clear bag you left on the counter with water, snacks, sunscreen, and your phone.  

On the way to campus, you remind your guests that Reser Stadium doors open at 9 am and make sure they know where you’ll be sitting on the field. You also remind them where you’ll meet them after the ceremony since cell service isn’t great when the stadium is full. 

Time to line up... 

You head to the area where your college is lining up and look for the alpha sign for your last name. The marshal near the sign gives you your commencement card, which you cannot lose. You take a pic with your phone to be safe.  

You find your friends in your college—since you don’t have to sit in alphabetical order. You have a minute until the processional actually starts moving so you set up your account for commencement photos (instructions are on your commencement card) and then take some ussies with your friends. 

The spectacular processional begins! 

You had no idea that traveling in a sea of your fellow graduates would be so awesome! You are so glad you changed your shoes. It may not be 3 full miles but it’s a good distance to the stadium and a lot of standing. 

You enter the stadium to loud cheers and applause from the stands and follow your marshal to an empty row of chairs on the field. You don’t even care that it takes a while to get everyone into the stadium. The energy is everywhere!  

Fortunately, you spot bottled water and portable restrooms as the ceremony lasts a few hours. 

The ceremony begins... 

You enjoy the quick speeches but really want to get to the recognition of the graduates. Doctoral students go first, and they cross the stage and have their names read as they get their diplomas. (You wish that your name could be read, too, but then realize that would mean the ceremony would last All. Day. Long!)  

Next, master’s students are recognized and then each college announces the undergraduate degree candidates—one of the best parts of the day—which college can make the most noise in the stadium? Finally, what you’ve been waiting for... 

Diplomas! 

Thank goodness that you sent your friends and family the maps from the commencement website! This way they can make sure to sit near where you get your diploma.  

Your marshal indicates it’s your row’s turn to head toward the diploma distribution tent. You find the correct tent for your last name and get in line. While you wait in a short line, you take it all in: the people in the stands, the music, the pride, and excitement.  

You get to the front of the line and hand your card to the tent staff so they can find your diploma. You are glad you didn’t lose it! You shake hands with a dean from your college while they hand you your diploma case and photographers from The Grad Team take a photo. You move along the side of the tent to have another photo taken. 

You did it!!! You make sure you have your diploma case and your clear bag with your other belongings. Time to meet up with your guests to keep celebrating. 

Rest and relaxation... 

Whew! What an exciting and exhausting day. Congratulations, grad!

From: Office of the Registrar

The last day to RSVP for the 2025 Commencement Ceremony in Corvallis is June 1, this coming Sunday!

Our records show that you may be eligible to attend this year’s Commencement ceremony on June 14, 2025. If you graduated between last summer and this winter, or will graduate this spring or summer, we would be honored to have you join us in this illustrious celebration of your accomplishments at Oregon State University. 

Below is what you need to do to prepare for the big day. 

Verify eligibility 
Students who graduated in summer 2024, fall 2024, winter 2025 or will graduate in spring 2025 and summer 2025 are eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony. 

Undergraduate & Postbaccalaureate Students:
Review your MyDegrees Degree Checklist with your advisor to ensure you are on track to finish all requirements in spring 2025 or summer 2025. 

Masters and Doctoral candidates:
Meet with your advisor to ensure you are on track to finish all requirements in spring 2025, or summer 2025. 

Confirm your attendance by June 1.
If you haven't already, click the button below or go to commencement.oregonstate.edu to RSVP for the 2025 Commencement Ceremony.  
 RSVPObtain regalia
If you have not yet acquired your cap and gown, you can still purchase regalia at the OSU Beaver Store.

You may use your own black Jostens cap and gown as long as it is inspected and approved by the Office of the Registrar to verify that it is the correct design. 

Stay connected
Continue to check the commencement page as well as your OSU email for critical updates and information. 

Update your plans 
If you have already confirmed your attendance and you can no longer attend the ceremony, please click on the RSVP button above and cancel your attendance. 

Check out the FAQs
The commencement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page has the answers to over 50 questions regarding the ceremony, graduates, guests, regalia, and diplomas. 
 Commencement FAQs
Congratulations to the Class of 2025! 

Sincerely, 
Rebecca Mathern 
Associate Vice Provost & University Registrar

From: Academic Affairs

Dear students,

The Student Learning Experience (SLE) survey is open until end of day (11:59pm) on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

The short survey should take you under three minutes per course and provides instructors with valuable insight. Please login at beav.es/Student-Learning-Survey or via the Student Learning Experience link in your Canvas course sites. For more information, check out the Student FAQs.

If you experience any technical problems, please contact [email protected].

I encourage you to take time to share your experiences. This information is very helpful to instructors as they consider updates and improvements to their courses.

Alix Gitelman, Senior Vice Provost for Academic Affairs

From: Office of the Registrar

Congratulations 2025 Graduates

Commencement Details and Reminders

You RSVP’d to Corvallis Commencement, which will be held on June 14, 2025. Continue to check your email for regular commencement updates and information. Read on for important ceremony details and reminders.

Know Before You Go Information

WHAT TO BRING 

• A small clear bag, with snacks, sunscreen, sunglasses, your phone and extra water - there will be water available on the field 

• All of your regalia, including cap, gown, and tassel (and hoods for Master’s and Doctoral candidates) 

• Weather-appropriate gear such as a jacket, rain poncho, etc. 

WHAT NOT TO BRING 

• Alcohol and other drugs are prohibited on our campus 
• Open umbrellas are not permitted in Reser Stadium

REGALIA 

• Undergraduates – tassels go on the right side of your cap and are moved to the left after the degree is conferred 

• Postbaccalaureates, Master’s and Doctoral – tassels remain on the left throughout the ceremony 

• Master’s and Doctoral – hooding occurs during the ceremony so you will carry your hood until then 

LINEUP/PROCESSION DETAILS

Lineup by 9 a.m.– Undergraduates: in any order within your college – your college is listed in the top block in MyDegrees. Master’s: all together in any order. Doctoral candidates: all together in your assigned order. 

• Check the Graduates Commencement page to view the processional lineup map. Double-degree students received communication about which college to join for the lineup.

• Find your marshal to receive your Commencement Card.  

• Keep your card; it is your pass to the ceremony, photographs, and diploma/case. If you have your phone, take a picture of your card as a backup.  

• There will be volunteers around to offer help if needed. 

• Be prepared to process up to three miles and have moments of waiting as thousands of graduates will be participating.  

• Dress for comfort, especially with shoes.  

• Restrooms are available in the Memorial Union. There will be portable restrooms on the field, but lines can be long so using the restroom before joining the lineup is recommended.  

10:00 a.m. Processional begins  
 
10:30 a.m. Processional enters Reser Stadium

CEREMONY DETAILS

~11:00 a.m. Ceremony Begins 

• Speeches and Opening Remarks  

• Presentation and Conferral of Degrees  

• Doctoral students will be invited to stand and have their degrees conferred. They will be hooded in the hooding area, have their names read as they cross the stage, receive their diploma/case, and have their photos taken before returning to their seats. 

• Master’s students will be invited to stand to have their degrees conferred by the dean and then will be instructed to proceed with their hooding at their seats. 

• Undergraduate students will be invited to stand with their college and have their degrees conferred and will be collectively recognized by their respective deans. 

• Closing Remarks

DIPLOMA/CASE DISTRIBUTION & PHOTOGRAPHY

After closing remarks, marshals will begin releasing rows of students to get their diplomas/cases. 
 
Undergraduate students will make their way to their college’s distribution area for photos and diplomas/cases. Some colleges have multiple tents, so look for the alpha split for your last name.
 
Master’s students will proceed to the stage for their photos and diplomas/cases. Marshals and volunteers will guide you.  

Pacing: Each line will move at a different pace due to the different approaches each dean takes with the photo and diploma case handoff. When waiting to receive your own diploma and photo opportunity, remember that we are trying to make the moment special for each graduate.   

• Commencement Card: Hand off your card when you get to the tent. 

• Photo 1: Have your picture taken with a dean of your college as you receive your diploma/case.  

• Photo 2: Have your self-portrait taken along with your diploma/case on the side of the tent before you exit the stadium to celebrate. 

• Diploma/Case: You will receive your diploma/case from the dean of your college. 

• Double-degree students will go to the tent of the college they processed with to receive both of their diplomas/cases. 

• Undergraduate and Master’s students leave the field after receiving their diploma/case.  

• Remember to take your personal belongings with you. 

Note: Students who have with no outstanding graduation requirements/holds the week prior to the ceremony will receive their actual diploma during distribution. Diplomas are not a confirmation of a degree.* 

• ~1:30 p.m. Commencement Ceremony Concludes  

*Students completing their requirements in spring: your degree is not awarded until you have completed all your requirements with sufficient grades. Monitor your OSU email as you will hear from the Degree Completion Team within a few weeks after commencement as they work through the final grade reviews.

QUICK GUIDE

• Bring snacks, sunscreen, sunglasses, your phone and extra water
• Bring all your regalia
• Review commencement security guidelines
• Wear comfortable shoes
• Find your marshal and get your commencement card
• Keep your card and take a picture of it
• Restrooms are available but it is recommended to use the restrooms in the Memorial Union before the lineup
• Keep your personal belongings with you and take them when you leave

 9:00 a.m. Lineup

10:00 a.m. Processional begins

10:30 a.m. Processional enters Reser Stadium

~11:00 a.m. Ceremony Begins

• Speeches and Opening Remarks
• Presentation and Conferral of Degrees
• Closing Remarks

• Undergraduate students, go to your college’s distribution area for photos and your diploma/case. Master’s students, go to the stage for your photos and diploma/case. Doctoral students may exit the stadium.

~1:30 p.m. Commencement Ceremony ConcludesADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Seating for Graduates and Guests  
Want to let your guests know where to focus their attention for your college?  
Graduate seating  
Guest seating    
 
Grads Give Back  
You can help a future graduate who may not otherwise be able to participate in Commencement (while keeping your cap and cords as a memento). Check out Grads Give Back for more details. 
 
Have Questions? 
Check out the Commencement page and helpful FAQs.   
 
Additional Resources  
The ceremony will be broadcast live on the commencement site/live.oregonstate.edu 
Commencement Accommodations  
Corvallis events, dining, and lodging 

From: Office of the Registrar

Congratulations! You are on your way.

Our records show that you may be eligible to attend this year’s Commencement ceremony on June 14, 2025. If you graduated between last summer and this winter, or will graduate this spring or summer, we would be honored to have you join us in this illustrious celebration of your accomplishments at Oregon State University. 

Below is what you need to do to prepare for the big day. 

Verify eligibility 
Students who graduated in summer 2024, fall 2024, winter 2025 or will graduate in spring 2025 and summer 2025 are eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony. 

Undergraduate & Postbaccalaureate Students:
Review your MyDegrees Degree Checklist with your advisor to ensure you are on track to finish all requirements in spring 2025 or summer 2025. 

Masters and Doctoral candidates:
Meet with your advisor to ensure you are on track to finish all requirements in spring 2025, or summer 2025. 

Confirm your attendance
If you haven't already, click the button below or go to commencement.oregonstate.edu to RSVP for the 2025 Commencement Ceremony.  
 RSVPObtain regalia
If you have not yet acquired your cap and gown, you can still purchase regalia at the OSU Beaver Store.
You may use your own black Jostens cap and gown as long as it is inspected and approved by the Office of the Registrar to verify that it is the correct design. 

Stay connected
Continue to check the commencement page as well as your OSU email for critical updates and information. 

Update your plans 
If you have already confirmed your attendance and you can no longer attend the ceremony, please click on the RSVP button above and cancel your attendance. 

Check out the FAQs
The commencement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page has the answers to over 50 questions regarding the ceremony, graduates, guests, regalia, and diplomas. 
 Commencement FAQs
Congratulations to the Class of 2025! 

Sincerely, Rebecca Mathern 
Associate Vice Provost & University Registrar

From: University Relations and Marketing

Dear OSU Community Members:

Today, the university submitted a legal declaration in support of a lawsuit filed this week by the Association of Public & Land-Grant Universities (APLU), the Association of American Universities (AAU) and the American Council on Education (ACE) that challenges actions by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to cut the reimbursement rate for Facilities and Administrative (F&A) costs to a maximum of 15% on new grants.

By joining with dozens of other major research institutions in this action, OSU seeks to prevent harmful funding cuts to research infrastructure, including labs, facilities, compliance functions and administrative services that make groundbreaking scientific and medical discoveries possible. This follows related attempts to limit F&A rates by the National Institutes of Health and U.S. Department of Energy on existing grants that are now under preliminary injunction due to previous litigation that OSU supported.

As Oregon’s leading research university with more NSF-funded research expenditures than all other Oregon universities combined, OSU has advocated strenuously on behalf of researchers, students and our land grant mission as we serve a broad spectrum of interests and industries across the state. In addition to taking legal action, we are working closely with peer universities and member associations to highlight the vital role of OSU’s research enterprise in improving the lives of Oregonians and people around the world.

At the same time, the Division of Research and Innovation and the Colleges are planning proactively for what the funding landscape will look like in the future and ways to position OSU for success going forward while continuing to advise principal investigators who are navigating today’s funding environment. All academic faculty who receive stop-work orders or who experience slow-downs in disbursement of funds should contact [email protected]. For additional information and updates, visit the Division of Research and Innovation website.

In addition to advocating on behalf of research, OSU promotes and stands ready to defend academic freedom and free expression at the university. OSU employees interested in learning more about the university’s role and commitments in this area are invited to register to attend an online panel discussion on “Academic Freedom in the Curriculum: Navigating a Shifting Political Landscape” on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom. The session is co-sponsored by the Faculty Senate Executive Committee, Division of Academic Affairs and Office of Institutional Diversity.

Finally, as of last week, following legal declarations filed by the university in support of individual OSU students challenging the termination of their Student and Exchange Visitor Information System records, all 13 OSU international students impacted by recent federal actions have had their records restored. OSU’s Office of International Services continues to provide information and resources while advocating on behalf of international students and employees. Last month, OSU joined 85 peer institutions and associations in an amicus brief filed by the President’s Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration in support of a lawsuit brought by the American Association of University Professors and others to challenge federal actions impacting international students and educators, including their speech and expression activities.

The university continues to monitor and respond to the evolving federal landscape while staying in regular contact with state and federal elected representatives and officials to advocate on behalf of OSU students, employees and the communities we serve.

On behalf of the university,

Rob Odom, Vice President of University Relations and Marketing

From: Office of the Registrar

Ecampus course registration changes for fall 2025

Beginning with fall 2025 registration, most online undergraduate class sections will open to Corvallis-campus students starting Week 10 of the term (June 2). 

What to know

• Corvallis-campus students can begin registering for most online (Ecampus) class sections starting Monday of Week 10 (June 2 at 6:00 a.m. PDT).  
• The online restriction only applies to undergraduate-level courses.
• This change applies to fall, winter and spring terms. Summer term is excluded.
• There may be additional restrictions on some courses after June 2; these are managed by specific academic units.  

Other important registration reminders 

• Only one priority registration window
• 19 credits allowed at the start of registration for undergrad and postbacc students
• Waitlisting available at the start of registration

Limited exceptions are available for Ecampus restrictions

In rare cases, students may need to request an exception and seek a campus override for access prior to Monday of Week 10. You must work with your advisor. Examples include:

• Final term(s) very near graduation, where required class offerings are limited
• International exchange/study abroad

• Active service members/veteran students who need access to an Ecampus section due to deployment, are currently out of state, or otherwise unable to attend Corvallis courses

This change is being implemented to ensure OSU Ecampus students, most of whom are not located in Corvallis, have the opportunity to register for their required courses and to meet the Prosperity Widely Shared goal of being a university where every student graduates. 

Full details available at: https://beav.es/NmT 

From: OSU-Cascades Wellness, Health Services, Safety, and Student Life

Dear OSU-Cascades Campus Community,   

We are excited to announce that Naloxone kits have been placed in all 16 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) across the OSU-Cascades campus, including the campus safety vehicle. These kits are available for use by anyone who suspects an opioid overdose. Please be aware that opening an AED cabinet will automatically notify emergency services and trigger an alarm. Always call 911 as a backup and communicate with dispatch to ensure help is on the way. The AED cabinets are regularly maintained and inspected each term by the Campus Safety staff.  

Importance:  

Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Having these kits readily available ensures immediate action can be taken in case of an emergency, potentially saving lives. Deschutes County has seen a troubling increase in opioid-related deaths, primarily linked to fentanyl. By making Naloxone kits accessible, we aim to enhance campus safety and support our community in combating the opioid crisis. In addition to these accessible kits, use this map to find free Naloxone or pharmacies that carry it for purchase.           

In-Person Training: 

Overcoming Overdose at OSU   
Date: Tuesday, May 6th   
Time: 4 - 5 p.m.   
Location: Obsidian 207  

Zoom Option Available 

 Join us for an in-person Naloxone training, led by the Deschutes County Health Services (DCHS) Harm Reduction Program. Open to all students, staff, and faculty. Learn to administer Naloxone, explore harm reduction strategies, and discover additional support resources. Limited Naloxone kits and tips on where to purchase them will be available after the training. Please see more details and register for the event at Bend Beavs Central (https://bendbeavscentral.osucascades.edu/wellness/rsvp_boot?id=2134746). 

Naloxone Training: Overcoming Overdose at OSU - Student Health and Wellness

Overcoming Overdose at OSU Date: Tuesday, May 6th Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm Location: Obsidian 207 Zoom Option Available Join us for a life-saving Naloxone training led by Deschutes County Health...

bendbeavscentral.osucascades.edu

Online Training:   

We encourage you to review the following Opioid Overdose training at your convenience and check out other resources on the Safe Project website for more information.   

•  Opioid Overdose Response Training 
•  Opioid Overdose Response Training (Abbreviated - 5 minutes)   

Additional Resources:   

• Counseling Services - Student Health and Wellness  
• Collegiate Recovery Support Group  
• Anytime Anywhere TELUS Health App  
• Never Use Alone  
• Deschutes County Friends for Life
• Lyra Health 

For any questions or concerns, please contact Brooke Martindale or any of the following representatives. 

Thank you for your attention and commitment to enhancing the safety of our campus community. 

Sincerely,   

Brooke Martindale, Student Wellness Specialist  
Kelly Hower, Executive Director Student Health Services 
Jose Ramirez, Associate Director of Campus Safety 
Katie Wilson, Associate Dean of Student Life 

 Sources:  

1. Deschutes County Health Services identifies increase in overdose fatalities: Deschutes County Health Services.
2. Opioid Overdose Prevention and Response - Deschutes County: Deschutes County Health Services.