CORVALLIS, Ore. — Oregon State University and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have launched a new collaboration that gives the research and development center’s nearly 10,000 employees expanded access to high-quality and more affordable learning opportunities online.
The agreement provides eligible LLNL employees and their spouses with a tuition scholarship and other student resources, enabling the laboratory’s workforce to advance in their careers, especially in the areas of science and technology.
LLNL is a global leader in scientific innovation, applying cutting-edge research to solve complex national and global challenges. By collaborating with Oregon State, LLNL employees can further their education through OSU’s nationally ranked online programs delivered online by OSU Ecampus.
“Oregon State University is at the forefront of innovation in the areas of science, technology and research,” said Lisa L. Templeton, vice provost of Oregon State’s Division of Educational Ventures. “By working with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, we are creating new opportunities for professionals to gain advanced knowledge and skills that drive discovery and make a positive impact on a global scale.”
Providing more affordable access to Oregon State’s high-quality online programs —including a vast array of STEM offerings — is an example of how LLNL values employees’ growth.
Oregon State delivers more than 120 degrees, certificates and microcredentials online through Ecampus, the university’s online education enterprise. OSU is consistently ranked among the nation’s best providers of online education, and its online learners have access to comprehensive support services, including academic advising, student success coaching and career resources. And they learn online from expert OSU faculty, including those who are advancing research in fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, engineering and sustainable energy.
Albert Diaz, a cybersecurity team lead at LLNL, earned his computer science degree online from Oregon State. He said the support and encouragement he received from OSU faculty contributed to his success.
“The instructors are really involved and care about our education, and when they’re willing to put in the work, it helps me want to put in the work,” Diaz said.
The LLNL workforce features multidisciplinary teams with a wide variety of skills, experiences and professional backgrounds. Providing more affordable access to Oregon State’s high-quality online programs —including a vast array of STEM offerings — is an example of how LLNL values employees’ growth.
This collaboration builds on Oregon State’s ongoing efforts to expand access to education through collaborations with leading organizations, including the Technology Association of Oregon, Amazon, Guild and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.
Learn more about Oregon State University’s collaboration with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
