What we do
The Government Relations Office represents Oregon State University in the governmental process by building and maintaining relationships between the university and various civic, government, and political communities.
The Government Relations Office at Oregon State University aims to accomplishes its goals by:
- making certain that the entire OSU community is responsive to legislative requests and that legislators are aware of the value Oregon receives from its investments in higher education.
- ensuring that OSU's research, teaching, and public service efforts are designed to meet the needs of all Oregonians.
The purpose of this website is to provide relevant and important information for a broad coalition of OSU stakeholders. If you have questions about our content or involvement with our office, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Researchers record first-ever images and data of a shark experiencing a boat strike
July 24, 2024
Researchers have captured what they believe is the first ever video of a shark or any large marine animal being struck by a boat.
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How well does tree planting work in climate change fight? It depends, OSU research shows
July 24, 2024
CORVALLIS, Ore. Using trees as a cost-effective tool against climate change is more complicated than simply planting large numbers of them, an international collaboration that includes an Oregon State University scientist has shown.
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Study of urban moss raises concerns about lead levels in older Portland neighborhoods
July 23, 2024
Lead levels in moss are as much as 600 times higher in older Portland neighborhoods where lead-sheathed telecommunications cables were once used compared to lead levels in nearby rural areas, a new study of urban moss has found.
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