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Tyler Hansen

Tyler Hansen is a writer for Oregon State University Ecampus. He primarily writes feature stories on the Oregon State students and faculty who learn and teach online, news stories and articles that provide readers with the information they need to continue their educational journeys. Prior to starting at Oregon State in 2011, he worked as a sports writer, journalism teacher and arts and entertainment editor.
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OSU wins grant to adapt free biology textbook, cut $100K in student costs

July 8, 2016

2 minute read Oregon State University is increasing its efforts to make college more affordable, particularly through the use of free, open access textbooks and other essential course materials. The latest example came when the university was awarded a $30,000 grant by the State of Oregon to adapt a biology textbook that will be freely accessible to OSU students and learners worldwide. It is one of 16 open textbooks in use or in production at Oregon State.
Students in the MBA in Organizational Leadership hybrid program meet face-to-face to discuss course content. One person is speaking while three people nearby listen.

Student collaboration in Oregon State’s hybrid MBA in Organizational Leadership program

June 22, 2016

< 1 minute read Oregon State’s MBA in Organizational Leadership program provides an engaging, hybrid learning experience where students conduct the majority of the course work online through OSU Ecampus, and they also have the benefit of collaborating with classmates in face-to-face meetings. Yuriy Mikitchenko, a recent graduate of the program, speaks to the value of learning from others in the MBA cohort.
Yuriy Mikitchenko stands in a large office building with his mouth open slightly while speaking.

Yuriy Mikitchenko, MBA in Organizational Leadership | Oregon State Ecampus

June 21, 2016

< 1 minute read Yuriy Mikitchenko didn’t want to put his promising career on hold in order to pursue his MBA, and Oregon State University made it so that he didn’t have to. OSU’s MBA in Organizational Leadership is a hybrid program that is designed for working professionals, combining the flexibility of online learning with valuable face-to-face, evening classes in Portland
Shiloah Two stands with his family on graduation day, wearing his cap and gown after earning his Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from Hawaii via Oregon State University Ecampus.

Shiloah Teo, liberal studies | Oregon State Ecampus

June 17, 2016

< 1 minute read With a baby girl on the way in his native Hawaii, Shiloah Teo put his campus-based studies at Oregon State on hold and returned home to take care of his family. Thankfully, Oregon State Ecampus allowed him to finish his liberal studies degree requirements online. His first trip back to Corvallis was to receive his OSU diploma — with his daughter and family by his side.
Megan Hughes, fisheries and wildlife advisor, stands outside in a bright pink button-up shirt.

Behind the scenes with Megan Hughes, fisheries and wildlife sciences advisor

May 31, 2016

3 minute read “When I was considering a career change, I remembered how much I enjoyed working with college students as a peer leader and riding instructor when I was an undergraduate at OSU,” says fisheries and wildlife sciences advisor Megan Hughes. “I also thought about the positive impact that my academic advisor had on my college career, and that is what made me want to become an academic advisor.”
Vanessa Rutherford, Ecampus agricultural sciences student, sits in front of an American flag while wearing her U.S. Air Force uniform.

Earning her stars and stripes

May 27, 2016

3 minute read There’s not much Vanessa Rutherford can’t do. She’s a 4.0 agricultural sciences student, a decorated airman in the United States Air Force and an active volunteer in her Missouri community. And last week, half a continent away, she was celebrated in Corvallis as a winner of the Waldo-Cummings Outstanding Student Award. “I¹m just lucky that I enjoy learning and the Air Force and OSU reward that type of behavior,” she says.

Katie Hubler stands in a room with a large bookshelf on the back wall. She wears a black shirt with white dots and a black blazer.

Katie Hubler, history instructor | Oregon State Ecampus

May 20, 2016

< 1 minute read As an instructor in Oregon State University’s online history degree program, Katie Hubler enjoys connecting with her distance students and understands that they want to be challenged and engaged in their learning. By incorporating a variety of teaching styles and active learning exercises, she enables Ecampus students to pursue their unique areas of interest.
Justin Zweifel wears a black coat and stands in front of a red brick building with dark green trim.

Justin Zweifel, Master of Natural Resources | Oregon State University

May 18, 2016

< 1 minute read Justin Zweifel was looking for a competitive edge in the fisheries and wildlife job market, so he decided to pursue his Master of Natural Resources degree online with Oregon State Ecampus. He applied credits earned from his water conflict management graduate certificate — also earned online with OSU Ecampus — toward his MNR degree.The result was a well-rounded, meaningful education, as well as a job with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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