Congratulations
class of 2020

Note from the Dean

We are excited to celebrate this important milestone with you, as you graduate and move into the next phase of your life: becoming an alumnus of the College of Business. We recognize and applaud all of your efforts, commitment, successes and especially your resilience in these unusual and uncertain times.

We know it hasn’t been easy, but you’ve adapted so well. And in a few years, when you reflect on this time, I hope you are as proud of yourselves as we are of you. We can’t wait to see how you impact your communities and change the world for the better.

We want to share a few stories from your fellow graduates. Like you, they are examples of what our fellow Beavers can accomplish, and how those accomplishments will pave the path for future success.

James R. Coakley, Ph.D.
Interim Dean, College of Business


 

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2020 Graduate April Davenport Takes Bold Steps With Adaptive Apparel

On the eve of graduation, apparel design and merchandising management double major April Davenport has an award-winning fashion line, an award-winning business and a position at Billy Footwear, an adaptive shoe company, beginning in June. “Growing up I always had a struggle inside me when I thought about the fashion industry,” she said. “I was confused about why I didn’t see people like me being represented by fashion companies. When I learned about adaptive apparel, it seemed to answer the question I continually had about why people like me weren’t worth representing. Through adaptive design, I have been able to use my difficult experience with a long-term disability to inform my decisions, and cultivate empathy for the people I am designing for. I find this very rewarding — and empowering.”

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April Davenport
Dan Genco

Shwood co-founder Dan Genco's Advice to the Class of 2020

"Life continues to provide amazing experiences as we move through it. Some of them I never would have fathomed being a reality when in college. Similar to when I was in high school, my concept of college was nothing close to what it actually was. I look back with super fond memories — sports, parties, friendships, projects, travel — but every one of them has been topped since."

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Amy Vo

Business Information Systems
Home town: Beaverton, Oregon

I will miss the people and the campus itself. The people are the ones who shaped me to who I am today and Austin Hall holds a special place in my heart. That is where all the COB events happen, all the late-night study sessions/group meet ups, and even grabbing a snack from Trader Bings.

Diego Muñoz

Accountancy and Business Information Systems
Home town: Corvallis Oregon

My first day at OSU was one of my proudest moments, and once I have those two degrees in my hand, that will be the most proud time at OSU. I say my first day because it was the first time I experienced what a university was like and this was after not knowing if I was even going to attend high education.

Jamie Law

Interior Design, Design and Innovation Management
Home town: Corvallis, Oregon

I'm proud of how much I've been able to accomplish during my time at OSU, but one thing I've learned in college is that all of my accomplishments have a relational component and are not simply measured by what I have achieved. I'm most proud of the relationships I've been able to have and grow in while getting two amazing degrees, competing as a gymnastics student-athlete, and being an active community member.

Emily Gonzalez

Innovation Management
Home town: Rancho Cucamonga, California

One of my favorite professors is Larry Martin because, just like his classes, he is innovative in his teachings and he incorporates real life experiences into the class room. Larry's love for the Beavers and dedication to his students has inspired me to one day return to OSU and give back to my fellow Beavers.

James Stahl

Finance
Home town: Anaheim, California

I will miss being on campus with like-minded driven young people. The energy on campus is like no other I will feel in life and I will always remember it. Being taught by prestigious faculty was something I will always look back on positively as I head into my career.

Saleh Abughalya

Finance and Business Information Systems
Home town: Corvallis, Oregon

I realized that I picked the right major when I took an investment class in my junior year. I am very proud of myself because I was an English learner and I faced many challenges due to the language barrier, but I am graduating this year with a double major.

Keenan Basug

Marketing
Home town: Kapolei, Hawaii

I realized I could make a difference in any facet of the world through business. It didn’t have to be through money but through helping others and making a difference in the world.

Kennedy Amundson

Business Administration and Management
Home town: Amity, Oregon

I am really proud to be graduating with a focus in Family Business. I am also really proud of myself for always having a professional job while I went to school on campus full time. It was so difficult at times to juggle the demands of both, but it really prepared me for the real world.

Kate Brunskill

Marketing
Home town: Manhattan Beach, California

We did It. Congrats to all of you for all your achievements. It’s been a pleasure being in classes with you all and I see an overwhelming amount of success for each and every one of you. We’re persevering through some challenging time now, but we will come out the other side stronger with higher character than ever before.

Joshua Freitag

Agricultural Science with minors in Business and Entrepreneurship
Home town: Bandon, Oreon

This fall, I am enrolling at Western Seminary in southeast Portland to pursue a 3-year Master's degree in counseling with the hope of becoming a marriage and family therapy counselor. I hope to help couples live in the truth of their relationships and save family environments from divorce.

Divya Vasudevan

BIS and Business Administration with International Business option
Home town: Corvallis, Oregon

This is a huge milestone and we should be very proud of ourselves, especially for working through this pandemic. We did it!

Taelor Thompson

Business Management
Home town: Shady Grove, oregon

My freshman year I Stephen Hodges as my BA 160 series professor and he helped me understand business as a whole and supported his students any way he could. He’s currently my internship mentor as well and cares about his students' success and helping them find their niche.

Christian Bonson

Acounting
Home town: Stayton, Oregon

I am going to find a good career job and save up to buy real estate and a big ranch to live on.

Silvia Panther

Business
Home town: Salem, Oregon

Professor Eugene Young is one of my favorite professors because he is honest and instills the interview skills that are needed. You know what is expected of you and he provides feedback for what to do better next time. And Professor Stephen Summers helped to provide writing assignments that were interesting and applied to real life problems. If a major life event came up, he would work with you on assignment deadlines.

Alexandra Rooney

Marketing Management
Home town: Windsor, California

The most proud I have been with myself at OSU was the second club meeting I attended. The first was a good step but the second is when you commit to continue to go back. If it wasn't for sales club I don't know where my career would have gone.

Kali Henderson

Acounting
Home town: Grants Pass, Oregon

I am most proud of studying abroad. And without Professor Chris Akroyd's support I would have struggled to finish my thesis.

Kaitlyn Crisp

Information Systems
Home town: Tualatin, Oregon

I'm going to miss going to work at EBGB's every day and getting to see the smile on people's face when I gave them their drinks. Coffee makes everyone happier.

Abdulslam Alrajhi

Business Administration
Home town: Corvallis, Oregon

I will miss the friendly professors and people. And I will go home and find a good job after graduation. After that I will open my own business.

Robyn Schreiber

Business Administration
Home town: Albany, Oregon

I am most proud of launching my own side errand business. I will miss the architechture on campus and the North Porch Cafe. 

Kali Henderson

Business Administration
Home country: Qatar

I came to Oregon State because my cousins studied here and they liked it. I thought Professor Michel O'Malley was very kind.

Makenzie Jahn

Interior Design/Innovation Management
Home town: Clatskanie, Oregon

I am most proud of making honor roll every term! And Erika Beyer was one of the most involved, go-to people for design questions.

Karlie Westbrooks

Management
Home town: Myrtle Creek, Oregon

I have dreamed of coming here my whole life! My family attended OSU as well! I will miss the beautiful Corvallis campus, and seeing all my friends every day.

Lauren Grace Waddell

Marketing
Home town: Lake Oswego, Oregon

My coach and professor, Caitlyn Gill, recruited me to the Sales Academy workshops. Her faith in me opened the door to a career that matches my personality and desires. I also know this is a relationship that will extend past graduation which is so special. She wants me to return to participate as alumni for future Sales Academy events.

Bradley Heathman

Business Administration
Home town: Corvallis, Oregon

I came to OSU because I love Corvallis. I grew up rooting for the Beavs, and I always will. I’m gonna miss taking naps on the MU couches, and clinging to all of the steps to get to my 8 a.m. in LINC.

Ryan Parker

Business Information Systems
Home town: Portland, Oregon

I am most proud of seeing it through for 4 years, regardless of my doubts, fears and anxieties, and graduating as the first in my family. We did this together, through thick and thin, a pandemic and social upheaval. Take that strength into your future.

Kayla Becker

Business Administration
Home town: Reno, Nevada

When I visited the campus, it felt like I was home. Additionally, I felt that the business program was a good fit for me and that it would allow me to grow personally and professionally.

Isabelle Gangwer

Interior Design and Entrepreneurship
Home town: Eugene, Oregon

I've been the President of the IIDA club on campus for two years, and I have loved getting to know people in my major and get to help those younger than me with their classes or give them advice for situations I've been in.

Courtney Clark

Interior Design
Home town: Portland, Oregon

I loved every second of college. Even the times when i was tired and worn out studying, I knew I had to get it done to get where I am today.

Arianna Letrari

Business Management
Home town: Bressanone, Italy

I am most proud of meeting so many new friends. And my favorite professor is Larry Martin because he was nice, sincere and supportive at any time in my college career. 

Victoria A. Houdeshell

Acccounting and Sustainability
Home town: Rescue, California

I am most proud of the work I have been able to do for my community. I was an officer for the Honors College Student Association and I was able to help put together so many events for our community and raise funds to support the Linn-Benton food share. During an alternative break trip, I was able to participate in environmental conservation projects and give back to the community doing what I loved.

Risa Rose

Accounting and Management, International Business option
Home town: Happy Valley, Oregon

After I graduate, I will be moving up to Portland to work as a tax associate for Moss Adams. In the future I hope to be able to travel again and visit countries around the world.

Saif Al-Mosallam

Business Administration
Home country: Qatar

I am most proud of when I got straight A's in a term. Congratulations to all senior students.

Byron Wong

Marketing, specialization in digital
Home town: Keaau, Hawaii

Betsy Rock, was probably the best professor I ever had. She always treated her students like her own kids, her tone, her teaching style, her attitude. She cared about us.

 

Eriq Thompson

Accountancy
Home town: Albany, Oregon

My favorite professor is Kara Obermire. she put in a lot of work to make sure the class was organized and students had every opportunity to learn.