Enhance Your University Experience!

Getting involved on campus is one of the best ways to truly experience going to university in the United States. 

INTO OSU Conversant Program

Do you want to practice your English and meet new people?

Join our Cultural Ambassador Conversant Program (CACP)! If you are in the U.S. or in your home country, CACP is a great way to meet other OSU students and Corvallis community members.

What can you expect?

  • We will introduce you to an English-speaking OSU student or Corvallis community member. 
  • You will meet with your partner(s) for one hour every wek until Week 9 of the term.
  • You will practice your English, meet new people, learn more about culture in the U.S., and have a new experience!

When can I sign up for CACP?

  • Sign-Ups for the term are open NOW!

How can you sign up to participate in CACP?

  • Complete the Google Form on this website. 

When do I receive the contact information for my CACP partner(s)?

  • For Winter 2023, please check your OSU email (ONID) on January 17th to receive your partner's email address.
 
CACP FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): 

Question: Who can participate in CACP?

  • Answer: Oregon State University international students.

Question: Can I volunteer as a conversation partner if I am an international student? 

  • Answer: We evaluate this situation on a case-by-case basis. If English is not your first language, but you believe that your English level is fluent and your accent is clear enough to be an example for English-learning students, please contact the Student Engagement Coordinator to discuss options ([email protected]).

Question: What if my partner doesn't respond to my emails or messages? 

  • Answer: Please contact [email protected] so that she can reach out to the student directly. 

Conversant Program - Student Sign-Up

 

Sign-ups for Spring Term are now open! 

Students seeking an English-speaking conversation partner, sign up here.

Volunteers, sign up here. 

Join a Club! 

There are over 400 clubs and organizations at OSU, take a look at our database to see what clubs interest you! 

You can find clubs about almost anything: your culture, your major, your religion, your gender identity, your hobbies, your favorite sport, and so much more! 

Find a Club

More Involvement Options

Student clubs offer a wide variety of ways to get involved on campus, but they are not the only resource for finding community and getting involved! Here are some other involvement options:

Trips & Adventures

INTO OSU is very excited to announce the return of trips and adventures! 

Spring Term 2023 Trips

 

Saturday, April 8th

TULIP FESTIVAL & SHOPPING AT WOODBURN OUTLET MALL, 8:00AM-4:00PM

  • Details:  A highlight of the spring! This festival is in Woodburn, Oregon and features acres of beautiful tulip flowers. Enjoy the sights and the festivities at the Tulip Festival, then shop at Woodburn Outlet Mall. 
  • Cost of the trip is $35.
  • Where to Meet: Green space between Arnold and ILLC
  • Sign up here

 

  • Saturday, April 22nd

  • SALT CREEK FALLS, 8:00AM-4:00PM

  • Details: Check out one of Oregon’s most beautiful waterfalls. We will travel south of Eugene to this hike. On the way back to campus, we will enjoy pizza and salad at Coburg Pizza Company, a quintessential American food experience. 
  • Cost of trip: $40
  • Where to Meet: Green space between Arnold and ILLC
  • Sign up here

 

Saturday, May 6th

VOLUNTEERING AT SAGE COMMUNITY GARDEN, 10:00AM-1:00PM

  • Details: Are you looking for a way to volunteer in the Corvallis community? Join us as we go to Starker Arts Garden for Education (SAGE) and help them with their garden projects. We will learn more about their services and get to spend a beautiful spring day outside. 
  • Cost of trip: $5.
  • Where to Meet: Green space between Arnold and ILLC
  • Sign up here

 

Saturday, May 13th

CLIMBING AT VALLEY ROCK GYM, 5:00-8:00PM

  • Details: Have you wanted to try rock climbing or bouldering? Are you an expert looking for a place to show your skills? Join us for an evening at Valley Rock Climbing Gym in Corvallis. Climbing shoes and lessons are provided.
  • Cost of event: $20
  • Where to Meet: Green space between Arnold and ILLC
  • Sign up here
  • Fill out Waiver here

 

Wednesday, May 24th

LIVE MUSIC & FOOD TRUCKS AT COMMONFIELDS, 6:00-8:00PM

  • Details: Join us as we enjoy live music and a food truck dinner at Commonfields in Corvallis. Enjoy time with friends. Take a look at the food options here. Free transportation.
  • Where to Meet: ILLC Lobby
  • Sign up here

 

Saturday, June 3rd

CORVALLIS OUTDOOR FARMER’S MARKET & MURAL TOUR, 9:00AM-3:00PM

  • Details: Enjoy the Corvallis outdoor market, full of fresh local produce and locally-made goods. Then follow along on a guided mural tour of Corvallis. Take pictures of the stunning, unique art!
  • Cost of trip: $5
  • Where to Meet: Green space between Arnold and ILLC

Sign up here

Trip FAQs

Question: How do I see more information about the trip? 

  • Please visit our INTO OSU Events website to see details about the trip, including when to meet, where to meet, what to bring, and what the cost of the trip is. 

 

Question: How do I sign up for a trip? 

  • You must sign up for the trip before you attend. You can find the sign up form for each trip on the INTO OSU Events website. 
  • Important: you are not confirmed on the trip until you pay for the trip! 

 

Question: How do I pay for a trip? 

  • After you sign up for the trip you will receive an email from the Student Engagement Coordinator with the link to pay. 

 

Question: What does my trip fee cover?

  • Typically, the trip fee covers roundtrip transportation, the event entrance fee or the activity fee, and the staff members that accompany students.

 

Question: Where is the meeting location for trips?

  • Students will be picked up and dropped off at the ILLC, unless otherwised specified in the trip details. Typically we meet outside the ILLC across from Arnold Dining center.  

 

Question: If I decide not to come after signing up, can I get a refund?

  • Unfortunately, INTO OSU has a no-refund policy. 

 

Question: Can my friends come with me on a trip? 

  • Yes! All Oregon State University students are welcome to sign up for our trips and activities; it's not limited to only INTO OSU students. 
  • If your friends want to come, they need to sign up on the INTO OSU Events website and also pay. 

 

Question: What should I bring with me on a trip?

  • Check out the photo: