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Yajaira Fuentes-Tauber poses for the camera while sitting in a chair in the middle of her high school science classroom.

Oregon State graduate shatters barriers, earns national science teaching award

4 minute readDespite completing my master’s degree fully online, Oregon State had a great impact both at a personal and professional level. Oregon State Ecampus really fostered a sense of belonging in all courses, in our interactions with other grad students, advisors, you name it. Read more »

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Journal publications illustrate Oregon State’s leadership in online education research

October 20, 2025

3 minute readFor 10 years, the Oregon State University Ecampus Research Unit has made a significant impact on the field of online teaching and learning. It is one of the nation’s only research units connected to an online education division, which helps to illustrate OSU’s commitment to continually improving the student and faculty experiences. With that in mind, here are a handful of recently published journal articles authored or co-authored by Ecampus staff.

Joe Kuzmanoff stands on the Oregon State campus wearing a cap and gown after earning his mechanical engineering degree online

Oregon State’s online mechanical engineering program graduates first student

October 6, 2025

3 minute readIn June, Joe Kuzmanoff became the first graduate of Oregon State University’s online mechanical engineering bachelor’s degree program — an accomplishment more than 25 years in the making and the culmination of an eclectic journey.

An Oregon State University student works with a soldering iron and magnifying glass in a training facility at Analog Devices Inc. Two other students lean over and look on.

Veterans gain hands-on experience through OSU, Analog Devices semiconductor training program

October 2, 2025

4 minute readIn a semiconductor training facility, Garret Lacy leaned over a circuit board, experimenting with unfamiliar parts and piecing together a design of his own making. He and the others in his cohort were told only the basics: create a circuit. And that was the point — to let curiosity drive the work.

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7 financial aid tips to help you apply

October 1, 2025

2 minute readLet’s be honest: Receiving financial aid can be the difference between earning your college degree and not being able to go back to school at all. That makes applying for financial aid a hugely important process, and we at Oregon State want to help you navigate it like a pro.

A person in a black vest touches a sheep on the nose. Another sheep is nearby. The sheep and the person are in a barn with a sawdust floor.

What can you do with an animal science degree?

September 30, 2025

4 minute readEverywhere you find domesticated animals, you’ll find jobs. Your degree in animal sciences can lead to careers on farms, feedlots, labs, sales offices and more.

Josh Misko, a musician and Oregon State University graduate, plays guitar while leaning against another guitarist on stage at a music festival.

On the road, online and on the rise thanks to Oregon State

September 23, 2025

2 minute readWhen I enrolled online with Oregon State, I wanted to expand my career by combining creativity with entrepreneurship. But what I didn’t realize then was how much the business administration online bachelor’s program would shape my ability to turn ideas into businesses and passions into opportunities.

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Advancing meaningful learning in the age of AI

September 22, 2025

3 minute readOregon State Ecampus revisited Bloom’s Taxonomy to help educators navigate the increasing prevalence of AI tools. The Ecampus team synthesized their findings into a new version of Bloom’s, offered under a Creative Commons license, to give faculty concrete guidance on where they might want to review and amend their course design.

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Oregon State Ecampus Research Fellows Program marks a decade of impact

September 10, 2025

3 minute readFor 10 years, the Ecampus Research Fellows Program has provided research grants to Oregon State instructors. Those studies have been linked to three federal grants, 10 peer-reviewed publications and $1 million in federal grants.

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What is a microcredential? Here’s what you should know

September 4, 2025

5 minute readMicrocredentials are a step toward shorter, more affordable offerings at Oregon State University for those who are not interested in earning a degree or completing a certificate. But with evolution often come questions, so let’s explore the basics and beyond.

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Explore 4 online degrees focused on animal science and conservation

August 27, 2025

3 minute readOregon State offers several bachelor’s programs in conservation and animal sciences that you can earn online. Learn what makes each unique and the different skills you’ll gain.

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