Alumni HappeningsFall 2026

Double the Fun

This fall, Homecoming and Family Weekend are joining forces for one unforgettable celebration in Corvallis, Oct. 15-18. We’ll cheer on the Beavers against Washington State, celebrate at the Black and Orange Awards, connect at the Multicultural Alumni and Friends Tailgater, and enjoy special events for Beaver families and alumni.

2025 Homecoming Court Ambassadors Kailey McGourty, ’26, (left) and RyLee Demianew, ’26, (right) pose with Bernice at the OSUAA Tailgate Town experience during Homecoming. Photo by Kai Casey

OSUAA Tailgate Town, Reimagined

Beaver Football and Head Coach JaMarcus Shephard are rewriting the playbook this fall, and the OSU Alumni Association is kicking off a new era of tailgating, brought to you by OCCU! Beaver fans can expect a pregame atmosphere with new gathering spaces, updated seating and interactive experiences. Check it out Sept. 12 and 19; Oct. 10 and 17; and Nov. 7 and 21, three hours before kickoff. And VIPs, you asked and we listened. This season, Life and Orange & Black Club members can enjoy the new VIP Lounge. This exclusive, limited-capacity hospitality space features a private bar, comfortable lounge seating, special OSU Athletics guest speakers and more game day perks. Get in on the action.

Learn from the Best

Hear real stories from alumni who have stepped into leadership, launched businesses, navigated career twists and turns, and found ways to thrive through change at these Ask Alumni events: Sept. 30: How to build management skills at every career stage; Oct. 21: What it takes to launch your own business venture; Nov. 1: How to stay resilient in uncertain times.

Jackie Sappington, MBA ’26, of The Country Cat, laughs with Lois and Dave Cho, ’18, of CHO Wines, at the Food and Beverage Industry Network launch party. Photo by Ali Gradischer

Raise a Glass to New Connections  

The launch of the Food and Beverage Industry Network brought together Beaver innovators, industry leaders and students for an unforgettable evening at CHO Wines. From award-winning food and beverages to inspiring conversations, the debut event uncorked the strength and momentum of Oregon State’s food and beverage community. Don’t miss your chance to be part of our next event.

Build meaningful connections for your life after OSU by joining an OSU Alumni Association network. Photo by Baylee Stewart

Find Your Beaver Community 

OSU Alumni Association networks connect Beavers through shared passions, professions and communities. From career connections to affinity, regional and college networks, there are many ways to build relationships and stay in touch with Oregon State. Get involved today.

Save the Date

Away Meetup: OSU vs. University of Houston Cougars
Sept. 4

Beaver Block Party at The Square

Sept. 26

Away Tailgate: OSU vs. Colorado State Rams

Oct. 3

Celebrando Nuestras Raices

Oct. 8

College of Engineering Oregon Stater Awards

Oct. 8

Black & Orange Awards

Oct. 15

Homecoming and Family Week

Oct. 15-18

OSUAA Parent and Family Social

Oct. 16

10th annual Multicultural Alumni and Friends Tailgater

Oct. 17

Beavs, Brews and BBQs

Nov. 7

Lecture: Mammoths and Global Change

Nov. 12

Away Tailgate: OSU vs. Boise State Broncos

Nov. 14

Lecture: Conserving Yellowstone

Nov. 18