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Undergraduate Student Life

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Welcome to mathematics!

Being a math major at Oregon State University means being an integral part of a vibrant community of faculty, staff and students. Activities outside of class are for professional development, leadership opportunities and social interaction. We are proud of our many student clubs, as well as our students who participate in contests or outreach and engagement.

Join a student club

Clubs and student organizations are a great way to enrich your college experience, and as a mathematics student, you will have many options to explore! There are organizations devoted to helping you explore career options and attend professional networking events, clubs that help foster community for women mathematicians, as well as spaces for students to meet and explore their enthusiasm for math together.

Take part in a mathematics competition

The mathematics department at OSU sponsors undergraduate mathematics competitions for all students, math majors and non-majors. See below for details on each contest, including test dates, deadlines for registering, and sample problems. In all cases, participation will occur here at OSU.

Student resources

Oregon State provides numerous student resources, covering student well-being to career development and academic support.

Find your place at Oregon State

Outreach and engagement

Many members of our department are enthusiastic about engaging in mathematics outside of OSU with the broader community. One of our goals is to develop positive attitudes towards mathematics by sharing our excitement via engaging mathematical activities. These activities can also highlight the social aspects of mathematical investigation. One of the best ways to do math is with a group of people. We are dedicated to communicating to as many humans as possible.

If you would like to talk to someone on our outreach team or would like to participate in an upcoming event we are already hosting - please contact us via email at [email protected].

OSU student experiences

Whether you’re looking for your next adventure or just looking to belong, we’re excited to welcome you to our big Beavs community. Oregon State has a huge variety of student experiences waiting for you, and the OSU Experience site will connect you to resources for achieving community, maintaining well-being and finding a future career:

Community

Connect with others and engage in what you’re passionate about: student clubs and organizations, Craft Center, diversity & cultural engagement, Living-Learning Communities, student government, Greek life, intramurals and sports clubs, Orange Media Network, Beavs Volunteer, Community Engagement & Leadership (CEL), Adventure Leadership Institute

Well-Being

Stay healthy, active and involved: 24/7 mental health support, physical activity guides, wellness coaching, Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), the Learning Corner, financial education, ombuds office, Beavers Belong Support Network, Mind Spa, accessible transportation and safety

Career

Start making your dream career a reality: Career Development Center, undergraduate research information, internship opportunities, hands-on learning resources, one-on-one support, career fairs and events, online tools

Learn all about OSU experiences and resources

Finding life balance

The College of Science strives to promote a healthy student community, especially among first-year students who may be struggling to find their place on campus. OSU offers many resources to help build a healthy community for its students, including outreach programs for a variety of college health issues. Many of the programs target the most common concerns and interests facing college students.

Remember that you are not alone! There are many people here to help.