Oregon State University - Beaver Yearbook (Corvallis, OR)

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OSU women's softball team and member’s Shawna Fcldt (left side) and Brooke Rutschman (right side), both seniors in Liberal Arts, wait as Head Coach Kirk Walker cuts the ribbon at the softball field dedication in spring of 2001. Photo hv Stev Tcv.irj Brian Thompson trims the hair of OSU student, Katie Cunnion, a sophomore in English, at the new hair salon and barbershop. The Cut. Thompson is an OSU alumni and a former Beaver football player. Photo by Stacy Tcxt-ifji

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26 A student fife anwus C fxana In 2001, several changes brought a variety of new beauty, talent and services to Oregon State University. A garden now garnishes the walkway between the Gladys Valley Gymnastics Center and Jefferson Way, made possible by a generous donation of $100,000 from OSU alumni Earl and Eloise Dibble. The construction was completed in October 2000 and features flower beds, flowing water, and ceramic art. There were some big changes going on in the Athletic Department. New men’s basketball coach, Ritchie McKay, made his debute as the sixth head coach since 1929 at OSU and 18th in the program’s distinguished history. A new softball field was opened in time for season play. Ground was also broke for the new indoor athletic complex in fall of 2001 and scheduled to open usage in fall of 2002. In addition to the other campus improvements, a hair salon, The Cut, was opened in the MU and managed by OSU alumni, Brian Thomson. Story by Lisa McDougald The construction nears completion of the new indoor athletic complex. Photo hr Join Ljh.irtv OSU’s new basketball coach. Kitchic McKay introduced Bill Cosby at a comedy show during Dad's Weekend. Photo bv Catcy Campbell

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28 A student fife OSU’s 132nd commencement was held on June 17, 2001 in Reser Stadium for all undergraduate degrees. Accompanied by Scottish bagpipes and drums, the opening ceremony began with the traditional walk from the Memorial Union Quad to Reser Stadium. The Master’s Graduate commencement began from Parker Plaza and walked down 26th Street where graduates entered the LaSells Stewart Center. 3,397 students received degrees in 2001, of which 1,972 walked in the ceremony. It was the first time the ceremony had been held in Reser Stadium. Originally held in Gill Coliseum, students were alloted eight tickets for the 2001 ceremony instead of four to allow more friends and family members to enjoy in the celebration. 1,788 men and 1,691 women graduated, earning 3,479 degrees. 34 of the 36 Oregon counties were represented in the class. 46 of the 50 United States were home to students, along with 46 countries. Story by Lisa McDougald A Home Economics and Education major shares the thrill of receiving her diploma with a fellow graduate and friend. Photo by C» «Y Campbell Graduate in the College of Science, Carrie Boettger, becomes commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Air Force during the ceremony. rixxo by Cjocv Campbell