OSU Precollege Programs

02/23/2026

There is still time to register for our Discovering the Scientist Within event! Registration closes Sunday March 1. It's set to be a fun year!

For more information and to register, visit https://beav.es/ZCq

04/30/2025

OSU's Day of Giving is here. Today (April 30) is Dam Proud Day! Your generous donations can help us continue our programming to underserved students in Oregon. Even $5 helps. Please consider donating today and supporting Oregon's future!

I’m ready to support OSU Precollege Programs on April 29, 2025 during Dam Proud Day 2025. Learn more about OSU Precollege Programs and all the other projects participating in Dam Proud Day 2025.

03/18/2025

Come join us! We can all play a part in protecting kids. Come learn how to spot and stop concerning behavior from both kids and adults. Held at OSU, this FREE training is open to EVERYONE!

Register here: https://beav.es/N5g

03/03/2025

Registration is open for our Middle School Women in Science Workshop, and there are still spots! This year's activities include Ocean Science, Computer Science, Forestry, Food Science, and more!

More information and a link to register is found here: https://precollege.oregonstate.edu/discovering-scientist-within-1 PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, and registration closes Sunday, 3/9! Grab a friend and come have fun!

01/14/2025

Have you heard? Our Science Math Investigative Learning Experience (SMILE) Program is one of FIVE organizations nation-wide that was just awarded the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring! Hats off to the SMILE team for their 35+ year dedication to increasing diversity and participation in STEM! Way to go, SMILE!

Today, President Biden announced 336 teachers and mentors from around the nation as recipients of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) and the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM). These awards....

04/24/2024

Rally with us in support of Precollege Programs!

Let's build a world where all youth thrive and succeed.

OSU Dam Proud Day is here! Your donation to The Office of Precollege Programs will allow youth learners across Oregon to continue to receive accessible STEM educational opportunities through our various programs. Additionally, it will help us meet President Emeritus Ed Ray’s challenge of $10,000 to support the SMILE Program. 10 donations unlock $10,000. Please rally with us to support impactful learning experiences and youth education. Every donation, small or big, will help us build a world where all youth learners thrive and succeed.

Learn more about what we do and donate at: https://www.damproudday.org/organizations/precollege-programs

Go Beavs!

04/23/2024

Dam Proud Day is tomorrow! Your donation will help meet President Emeritus Ed Ray’s challenge of $10,000 to allow underserved and underrepresented students across Oregon to continue to receive free STEM educational opportunities. Donate early on April 24th at: https://www.damproudday.org/organizations/precollege-programs

11/06/2023

Our Campus Field Trips bring 3rd-12th grade groups to campus and share some information about higher education - rain or shine! Unfortunately for today’s group, it was very much a “rain” day. Good thing Beavers love rain!

For more information on our Campus Field Trip program, visit: http://Precollege.OregonState.edu/campus-field-trips-1

09/15/2023

Do you have a pet cat and a child aged 8-17 years with a developmental difference (such as anxiety/depression, ADHD, ASD, dyslexia, etc.)? Your family is invited to participate in a cat training research program conducted by Oregon State University.

Fall sessions in PORTLAND and CORVALLIS, OR are full. Contact us if you would like to be added to the waiting list for possible future sessions.

Not sure if your child qualifies? Please visit our website for more information and to contact us!

https://thehumananimalbond.com/current-studies/family-cat-training-program-for-children-with-developmental-disabilities/

Photo credit: https://www.facebook.com/clooneydogphotography/

08/07/2023

There is still time to join our team! The deadline to apply for our Invention Program Coordinator position is THIS THURSDAY 8/10/23. Coordinate programs, oversee our undergraduate mentors, and become a member of our amazing crew! Please share far and wide.

More information, and a link to apply, can be found here:

The Office of Precollege Programs is seeking a Program Coordinator. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. With the mission of providing engaging learning experiences rooted in equity and inclusion and that promote youth success, the Office of Precollege Programs (P...

06/25/2023

We are so proud of our iINVENT students!