Case Studies
OSU faculty utilize a variety of different technologies to more effectively reach a diverse audience that is oftentimes off campus. The stories below highlight some of the ways faculty build partnerships with community organizations by providing access to their scholastic work in new and innovative ways.
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Robert Emanuel - Oregon Sea Grant
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Robert Emanuel builds partnerships in water resources and community development with communities and municipal organizations along the Oregon north coast.
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Sharon Johnson - Family and Community Health
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Sharon Johnson, Assistant Professor in Family and Community Health, reaches Oregonians by translating her scholastic and professional activity into community-based programs.
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Richard Nafshun - Chemistry Department
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Dr. Richard Nafshun teaches general chemistry courses using web-based instruction. His online chemistry courses incorporate virtual lab exercises and are part of a sequenced set of college-level chemistry courses offered by OSU.
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Weston Miller - Metro Master Gardener Program
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Weston Miller, Community and Urban Horticulturist in the Portland Metro area, leverages volunteerism to extend the reach of Oregon State University's Master Gardener program in Clackamas county. Weston utilizes technology to facilitate volunteer participation.
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Kathryn Ciechanowski - College of Education
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Kathryn Ciechanowski works in Oregon State University's College of Education as an Assistant Professor. Dr. Ciechanowski is the lead for OSU Extended Campus' online ESOL/Bilingual Endorsement, which is one of the most popular endorsements for K-12 teachers in Oregon.
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