College of Liberal Arts - Oregon State University

06/01/2026

Between equations and essays: How Khawar Latif Khan found a language for both

Technical communicator Khan bridges the literary and STEM world through written word by translating complexity into clarity

Khawar Latif Khan used to sit in engineering lectures and write stories no one was meant to read. In the margins of dense notes on circuits and systems, he doodled with fragments of fiction, strange and unstructured, written quickly before attention snapped back to the front of the room. “The word that I use to describe my creative writing is weird,” Khan said. “It did not make any sense… it was just free writing.”

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By Colin Bowyer on May 19, 2026 Technical communicator Khan bridges the literary and STEM world through written word by translating complexity into clarity Image Khawar Latif Khan | Credit: Kiarra Ruff By Taylor Pedersen, CLA Student Writer - May 21, 2026 Khawar Latif Khan used to sit in engineering...

05/31/2026

The perfect Saturday activity!!!

05/30/2026

Senioritis is real!!

05/29/2026

From Rip City to the NBA: College of Liberal Arts alumnus helps bring fans closer to the game

As Director of Broadcasting Partnerships for the NBA, School of Communication alumnus Matt Derhalli uses his degree in new media communications to shape how millions tune in and watch pro basketball

Matt Derhalli, ‘15, grew up in Tualatin, Oregon, where the Portland Trail Blazers were the “connective tissue” between family, friends, and just about everything else. Little did he know that his fandom and love for the game would unexpectedly translate into a future career.

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By Colin Bowyer on May 15, 2026 As Director of Broadcasting Partnerships for the NBA, School of Communication alumnus Matt Derhalli uses his degree in new media communications to shape how millions tune in and watch pro basketball Image Matt Derhalli with former OSU basketball player and NBA Champio...

05/29/2026

like guys please stop i’m TIRED.

05/28/2026

Oregon State University Theatre Presents
Spring One-act Festival 2026
June 4-6
June 7 @ 2pm
Withycombe Hall Lab Theatre
2901 Sw Campus Way • Corvallis, Or

For tickets and information, visit beav.es/act-s26

05/27/2026

don’t give up yet beavs! the end is in sight!

05/27/2026

University Chorale
May 28 at 7 p.m.
Detrick Hall, PRAx
OSU students free with ID / $10 general admission
Sandra Babb, director

The University Chorale is comprised of students, faculty, staff and community members. The choir performs each term, providing a laboratory for choral conducting students who work under the guidance of Dr. Sandra Babb, Associate Professor of Choral Music Education.

05/27/2026

Understanding government to create change

School of Public Policy Instructor Mary Follo teaches applied and actionable knowledge to help students better navigate the political process

Interested in learning about how the government works? Want to make a real difference in your community? Consider taking a class with Mary Follo, a new instructor in the School of Public Policy, who teaches American political science and public policy.

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By Colin Bowyer on May 5, 2026 School of Public Policy Instructor Mary Follo teaches applied and actionable knowledge to help students better navigate the political process Image Mary Follo | Credit: Natalia Bueno By Jessica Krueger, CLA Student Writer - May 15, 2026 Interested in learning about how...

05/26/2026

What it took to get here: Makayla Flannagan at OSU

First-generation student Makayla Flannagan reflects on hardship, support, and finding stability in Corvallis and at the College of Liberal Arts

Makayla Flannagan remembers the first night she slept in her freshman dorm room. Her roommates had gone out, the building was loud: doors opening, voices down the hall, but her room was quiet. She lay on her back, staring at the ceiling.

“All I could think was, wow,” she said. “I did it.”

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By Colin Bowyer on May 7, 2026 First-generation student Makayla Flannagan reflects on hardship, support, and finding stability in Corvallis and at the College of Liberal Arts Image Makayla Flannagan | Credit: Ahmed Rashid By Taylor Pedersen, CLA Student Writer - May 11, 2025 Makayla Flannagan rememb...