Winter 2026 21 PHOTO BY KARL MAASDAM ’93 B R I E F S ENGINEERING FOR MOST, IT’S A FIRST LOOK INTO A FIELD THEY SEE AS FULL OF POSSIBILITY. The success of the first cohort this summer set the stage for two more sessions for veterans in the months ahead. “Their military service combined with this intensive training will give them an advantage in their career planning, whether through internships or their first job out of college,” said Julie Brandis, executive director of strategic partnerships in the College of Engineering. “ADI is a terrific partner. It’s a company that is very invested in the success of OSU students.” GOOD NEWS FOR CRAFTY BEAVERS Oregon State University has launched OSU Community Connect, a new licensing program that makes it possible for Oregon crafters to legally make and sell OSU-branded non- apparel items — like celebration leis or custom cornhole boards — online or in person. For an annual $200 fee, eligible artisans may use three official OSU logos and display a certificate of authenticity. Sales are capped at $2,500 or 500 items per year. See beav.es/get-crafty for details. BOOST FOR CAREER LEARNING Oregon State University–Cascades is one of eight universities selected to participate in the National Work-Integrated Learning Accelerator, a two-year project helping institutions pilot new opportunities for students to gain workplace experience. The team will collaborate with participating institutions to develop and test approaches to work-integrated learning, such as embedding work experiences into courses through micro-internships, project-based learning and employer challenges. The accelerator is led by Arizona State University and supported by the JPMorganChase and Strada Education Foundation. TOP VIDEOS OF 2025 The OSU Alumni Association has rounded up this year’s most popular videos from all corners of the university to create a viewing library. It’s an easy way for Beaver alumni, family and friends to explore the best of OSU online, from lectures, presentations and special celebrations to graduates’ sweet “Between the Trees” conversations and the spirited “We Won’t Back Down” video from OSU Athletics. It’s all at beav.es/ top-2025. builds on technical skills he honed during his time in the Navy, such as electronics maintenance and control systems logic. Managing director José J. Garcia says ADI’s 12,000-square-foot facility in Beaverton is perfect for workforce development training, and the company is looking forward to continued collaboration with Oregon State. “The partnership with OSU is like hand in glove,” Garcia said. “We set up the facility for top-skilling, and it’s a great way to get early- career professionals attracted to semiconductors.” Jessica DuPont, associate vice provost for market development and the student experience in OSU’s Division of Educational Ventures, said VETS-UP aims to fill a gap in Oregon’s workforce and support an important, skilled group of students. “Initiatives like this not only honor the service of our veterans, but also equip them with the tools they need to thrive in the workforce and beyond,” DuPont said.
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