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Brand new day
Oregon State's president, vice president and athletic director pulled back cloaks to unveil samples of the Beavers' new athletic logo Wednesday. As a ballroom full of boosters at Portland's Multnomah Athletic Club applauded, the logo stood alone.
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OSU Taps Diana Sloane to take reins of OSU-Cascades Campus
Diana Sloane, an innovative college administrator whose broad career has included positions as a registered nurse, an academic leader and a director in the Peace Corps, has been named the new campus executive officer for the Oregon State University Cascades Campus.

Study: Reforestation rich after fires
Scientists looking at the aftermath of wildfires in the forests of southwestern Oregon and Northern California found that after five to ten years even the most severely burned areas had sprouted plentiful seedlings without any help from man.
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The new 4-H
The traditional prize pigs and blue-ribbon steers at the county fair still form the backbone of 4-H in Clackamas County, but the century-old organization has branched out far beyond its agricultural roots. Clackamas County has the largest 4-H program in Oregon, attracting nearly 5,000 children and teens as participants.
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Of interest to OSU alumni and other friends

An Orange and Black Evening: A Gala to Celebrate OSU
The OSU Alumni Association proudly presents an elegant evening to celebrate the powerful spirit of Oregon State University and the myriad achievements of the university's students, faculty and graduates. Socialize with alumni, friends and campus leaders while enjoying fine food and hosted beverages. Dance to music by OSU alumna Barbara Lusch, one of Portland's best jazz vocalists, and her five-piece band. Renew old acquaintances, meet new friends and share your pride in the Orange and Black.
Date: April 20, 2007
Location: The atrium at Montgomery Park, Portland
Cost: $100 per person or $700 per reserved table of eight
For more information, or to register: www.osualum.com/evening