Office of the Registrar

From: Office of the President

Dear OSU Community Members,

As I conclude my service today as Oregon State University’s interim president, I write to share my heartfelt appreciation for the opportunity to serve OSU and the university community as president this past year. I am retiring from a career that began in 1984 as an assistant professor in the OSU College of Forestry and led to my work in university administration and service as OSU-Cascades’ leader beginning in 2009.

It has been a true honor to serve in each of these roles and help advance OSU’s mission throughout Oregon and beyond. My life at OSU – and any achievements that have occurred during my time in Corvallis and at OSU-Cascades – have been supported by the collaboration and encouragement of many colleagues, community members, friends and diehard Beavers. You all mean so much to me. Thank you.

Oregon State University is an exceptional institution thanks to the hard work of many. Each day as interim president, I have been inspired by everyone engaged in this great university. I have been impressed by the outstanding contributions that the university provides to this state and the world. These are impacts that I am fully confident will grow with the leadership of incoming President Jayathi Murthy and the OSU Board of Trustees; with the support of the OSU Foundation and OSU Alumni Association; and with your continued engagement.

OSU’s future will continue to be guided by an unwavering commitment to inclusive excellence and success for all.

The past few years have been challenging for all of us. There are many complex and important issues that must be addressed for all people and our world to prosper. I am confident and proud in knowing that this great university and each of you will help to address these matters.

Remember, while we have more work to do, we are stronger and better working together as a community.

While I am retiring to spend more time with family and friends, I assure you that I always will remain a proud and supportive member of Beaver Nation. Lori and I look forward to seeing you at future OSU activities and athletics events in Bend, Corvallis and throughout Oregon.

Sincerely,

Becky Johnson, Interim President