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Photo Essay

Massive whale skeleton displayed outdoors beside pathways.

Marine Marvel

Photos by Brian Horne & Mark Farley

Group posing with dog indoors, smiling in casual setting.

Graduation Day

Photos by Karl Maasdam, ’93

Woman holding a small cup of ice cream at an outdoor event surrounded by people.

Cold Comfort

Photos by Marci Bacho, '96

Oregon State baseball players in black jerseys and white pants celebrating on the field as fans cheer in the background.

Diamond Dreams

Photos by Karl Maasdam '93

Close-up of a collection of colorful textile pieces featuring various patterns and textures. Visible fabrics include a black and white abstract print with stitched embellishments, tiny sequins and beads, and red triangular fabric with green and yellow yarn accents. Adjacent textiles show rainbow gradients, geometric designs, and hand-sewn details, suggesting a collection of handcrafted or artistic garments.

Fashioned From History

Photos by Karl Maasdam, '93

A snowboarder in white and black attire performs a jump off a blue rail feature at what appears to be the top of a mountain. They are silhouetted against a bright blue sky with wispy clouds, and below them is a dramatic view of a cloud layer covering the mountain landscape. A shadow of the snowboarder is cast on the snowy ground beneath the rail.

Crafted for Adventure

By Keeler Frangooles and Haley Nelson (Photographers)

The image shows an energetic crowd of fans, primarily wearing orange clothing, cheering and celebrating at what appears to be a sporting event. In the foreground, a woman is holding up a large sign covered in handwritten messages, possibly signatures or well-wishes from other fans. She is wearing headphones, suggesting she may be involved in broadcasting or commentating on the event. Behind her, the crowd is filled with excited faces and enthusiastic gestures.

Pure Fun

By Karl Maasdam, '93 (Photographer)

The image shows a group of people camping in a snowy, windswept landscape. There are several dome tents visible, and a person in the foreground appears to be bracing against the strong winds. The sky is clear and bright, with the sun partially obscured. The overall scene conveys a sense of being in a remote, harsh environment.

Frozen in Time

By Peter Neff and Julia Peterson (Photographers)

A mako shark in an observation lab at OSU

Collected Curiosities

By Stephen Ward, Photographer

Trawling for Answers

By Alex Rivest, Photographer

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