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Oregon State University's excellence in integrated health and biotechnology research is as broad as it is deep. With premiere speciality in precision health, health monitoring technologies and environmental health, our faculty and students are focusing on big discoveries that inspire big solutions that drive a healthier and more prosperous society.

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Brotherhood with Purpose: How Modern Fraternities Are Giving Back

As fraternities embrace change, many are deepening their commitment to service and social impact. Today’s chapters aren’t just about bonding—they’re about building better communities.

From organizing campus-wide charity drives to mentoring local youth, Greek organizations are turning brotherhood into action. Many are also partnering with nonprofits, supporting mental health initiatives, and using their platforms to raise awareness for causes that matter.

This shift reflects a powerful truth: being part of a fraternity isn’t just about tradition—it’s about making a difference. And the future of Greek life looks brighter because of it.

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Ethan Shaw

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Measuring Glaciers with Robots

A cross-disciplinary team at Oregon State University is teaming up and building custom robotic technology to capture measurements at the face of calving glaciers that were never before possible. This research is shedding new light on the rate of ice loss in the face of climate pressures.

Ethan Shaw

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The Future of Greek Life: Innovation with Purpose

Fraternities today are redefining what it means to be Greek. From embracing diversity to using tech for smarter chapter management, the next generation of leaders is modernizing tradition without losing its heart.

Chapters are:

• Collaborating with cultural orgs
• Launching DEI initiatives
• Engaging in social entrepreneurship

The result? A more inclusive, impactful version of Greek life—one that reflects the world we live in and the values we stand for.

Tradition evolves—and fraternities are leading the way.

Ethan Shaw

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Corvallis, OR 97330

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Mental Health and Fraternities: Changing the Conversation

Modern fraternities are stepping up to break the stigma around mental health. Chapters are hosting workshops, bringing in speakers, and creating peer support networks to help brothers navigate the pressures of college life.

It’s about more than just awareness—it’s about creating a space where members feel safe, heard, and supported.

Brotherhood means being there for each other, especially when it matters most.

Ethan Shaw

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How friendship affects your brain - Shannon Odell

Dig into what happens to your brain during adolescence that changes how you value, understand, and connect to friends.

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If it seems like friendships formed in adolescence are particularly special, that's because they are. Childhood, adolescent, and adult friendships all manifest differently in part because the brain works in different ways at those stages of life. During adolescence, there are changes in the way you value, understand, and connect to friends. Shannon Odell explores the neuroscience of friendship.

Lesson by Shannon Odell, directed by Biljana Labović.

Ethan Shaw

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Academic Success and Brotherhood: A Winning Combination

Fraternities aren’t just about friendships and philanthropy—they're also committed to academic excellence. Many chapters have GPA requirements, offer study hours, and even pair new members with academic mentors.

By fostering a culture of support and accountability, fraternities help members stay on track and excel in school. Brotherhood means pushing each other to be your best—both socially and academically.

Success starts in the classroom, and fraternity life can help you get there.

Ethan Shaw

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Corvallis, OR 97330

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