Oregon State University — Attraction in Corvallis

I'm in my sophomore year here and two of the professors I've had have already been fired from incompetence. One other professor that I know about that I've had uses some melodramatic dialogue that he's prepared to shock students into studying, and he gives it every term. University Housing and Dining charged me a flat fee over the summer for a meal plan and has its single dining hall open 6 1/2 hours per day, however they always run out of food halfway through breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the food isn't ready for the first ten minutes of each meal, so it's really open and fully serviceable 2 1/2 hours per day. In order to keep up rent in the summer since all the boomerang children majors have gone home, OSU books perhaps a hundred conferences which occupy the single dining hall that is open 2 1/2 hours per day. The conference attendants have unlimited food passes with which to take all the food that UHDS has already made me pay for. Back in spring, I was told that the housing contract cancellation deadline before penalty (which can be up to thousands of dollars) was the end of May. Since I was considering getting out of the dorms anyway, I cancelled my contract for fall, since I assumed I would have had to, on threat of financial loss. I foolishly stayed during the summer, subjected fully to the impossibility of life on a government campus. Just a few moments ago I noticed on the UHDS Twitter feed that they apparently changed the deadline to the end of July without telling me. Now I can reapply and, if I'm lucky, get a horrible room with a yearlong contract, or try my luck in the Corvallis teen job market and hope I can scrounge up enough roommates to meet the income requirements for apartments in the area. In the midst of this I must continue to pay tens of thousands of dollars in tuition for a school that employs professors that don't remember my name after I've introduced myself four times in various occasions, in an institution where I pay for an education and receive career-threatening judgment instead. Oregon State is truly a degree farm through...

As a student at Oregon State University (OSU), my experience has been nothing short of enriching. Right from the onset, the welcoming atmosphere of the campus made me feel at home. The university’s dedication to providing a conducive learning environment is palpable, with state-of-the-art facilities, well-maintained libraries, and a plethora of resources available to aid academic success.

The faculty at OSU is a blend of experienced and passionate individuals who are genuinely invested in the students’ learning journey. Their willingness to provide guidance, coupled with an open-door policy, fosters a supportive academic culture that is invaluable for intellectual growth.

Beyond academics, OSU boasts a vibrant student life with numerous clubs, organizations, and activities to engage in. The sense of community here is strong, with many opportunities to form lasting friendships, network, and collaborate on projects. The university also takes pride in its commitment to sustainability, which is reflected in the campus operations and initiatives.

Moreover, the career services at OSU are remarkable. The university's connections with various industries and a proactive approach to career readiness equip students with the necessary skills and opportunities to transition seamlessly into the professional world.

The beautiful, sprawling campus of OSU, nestled in the heart of Corvallis, provides a serene backdrop for rigorous academic pursuits while also being a hub for cultural and recreational activities. The balance between a challenging academic curriculum and a nurturing social environment makes OSU a fertile ground for both personal and professional development.

In conclusion, my journey at Oregon State University has been a holistic one, filled with academic rigor, supportive mentorship, and a thriving community spirit that makes the college experience fulfilling...

I'm writing this review to give others a helpful insight on my disappointing experience with this University as a Veteran of the Armed Forces and 100% education benefits {Post-9/11 GI Bill} college recipient. I applied as a full time student for the fall semester B.S. in Horticulture with a dual degree in Sustainability. I was proactive in meeting all their requirements months in advance. My issue is I couldn't register for my classes for 4 weeks due to the incompetence of my academic advisor {who also has your PIN# to resister per/semester}. I was left with unanswered emails, repeated cancelled appointments, no return phone calls, or any correspondence from my advisor. I wasn't asking for my hand to be held, as I was a Senior NCO in the military, but you are completely left independently to your devices. The academic advisor has zero regards in the success of your future and has committed little if any advisor-student interaction. She was unreliable in answering any questions or re-scheduling appointments she had cancelled. I'm completley dissatisfied with her being the ONLY advisor for the ECampus Horticulture students. She has failed professionally in advising me with my future aspirations, education abilities, academic pursuits, and a most importantly a degree plan. I am fully aware that this is NOT the right college for me. In closing, I did elevate my complaint with the chain of command in writing to the Dean/Director College of Agriculture, only to have my email returned to the advisor to finally contact me. I received absolutely NO response from the school to rectify the situation. I would not recommend this school to others or my Brother/Sister in Arms. I deployed 3 tours to Iraq and served my country honorably-this school is not worthy of my hard earned...