IMPACT

Satnam Sethi ('68) is no stranger to risk-taking, transforming his life of poverty to prosperity as a refugee, biology professor and an entrepreneur.

The College of Science launches highly innovative Science Professional Pursuits Program (SP3) offers a unique approach to career development with a 1-credit course, private networking and career events and 1-on-1 personal and professional coaching.

Lifelong professional development skills are taught in an award-winning workshop by alumna Dr. Carolee Bull.

Zoology Alumnus Greg Serrurier's perspective on climate change has shifted over the years and he is now considering how to make a greater impact.

Physicist and alumnus Shane Larson made one of the most important scientific discoveries of the century last year and continues to be an ardent communicator and advocate for science and astrophysics.

George Poinar, Jr. has had a long and storied career studying strange creatures from 100 million years ago preserved in amber.

From humble beginnings to becoming an internationally celebrated mathematician and biologist, Alumnus Michael Waterman has shattered all expectations.

Drs. Nathan and Luisa Snyder met in Guatemala, pursued their dreams of higher education at OSU and became dentists.

Gretchen Schuette (Ph.D., '80) is the recipient of the 2016 College of Science Distinguished Alumni Award, which recognizes exceptional achievements and leadership.

Alumnus Scott Clark ('08) was named to Forbes' 30 under 30 list for 2016 and wins the College of Science Young Alumni Award.

Alumni Ben ('51) and Elaine Whiteley ('53) are the College of Science 2016 Distinguished Service Award recipients.

Two College of Science alumni win awards from the Oregon State University Alumni Association.