Extended Education includes the OSU Extension Service, Continuing Higher Education, and all other college outreach programs. Faculty working with the Extension Service in local communities provide informal research-based, objective education to help Oregonians solve problems, develop leadership, and manage resources wisely. Students of color are encouraged to contact individual colleges or the office of the Dean of Extended Education and Director of the OSU Extension Service to explore internship and career opportunities. Dean's Office in each of the 11 colleges or Office of the Dean of Extended Education and Director of the Extension Service at Ballard Hall Rm. This program provides students of color with professional summer work experiences while providing University faculty, support staff, and administration the experience of sponsoring, mentoring, and working with students of color.
Applications are available Spring term.
This program offers OSU students the opportunity to work with youth. Saturday Academy encourages young students to pursue careers in science and math fields. Classes are taught by professionals in their area of expertise and are offered evenings and Saturdays on site at businesses, colleges, or agencies hosting classes. Examples of OSU student involvement include serving as tour guides, assistants and role models for students in grades 4 - 12. In addition to programs in their home schools, students also participate in field trips, visit the OSU campus, and attend science camps.