What's Next?

With Casey Clapp, OSU Class of 2012 If you love trees, why not create a podcast all about them? Casey Clapp, a Portland-based arborist, joins the Season 3 finale of the What's Next? podcast to discuss how he and his "tree-skeptic" friend Alex launched the "Completely Arbortrary" podcast, as well as how the greenery around us positively affects our cities, communities, and more. Links: https://www.completelyarbortrary.com/ https://www.instagram.com/arbortrarypod/ https://www.patreon.com/arbortrarypod

With Jonathan Riley, OSU Class of 2009.  After working his way up the ladder in Nike's media and entertainment vertical, Jonathan Riley set his focus on his true passion: people. Tune in to hear more on how Jonathan applies the skills he learned in the corporate world to now build up people and businesses in his community.  Links to Jonathan's projects: https://bettermktg.co/ blaqathlete.com https://www.osualum.com/s/359/16/interior.aspx?sid=359&gid=1001&pgid=7284

With Claire McMorris, OSU Class of 2017 Claire's a lobbyist for Oregon State, but this is far from "House of Cards". Tune in to learn more about how Claire is using her political science degree to advocate for students at the state level when it comes to topics like the cost higher education and student loan debt. To get involved in The Beaver Caucus: https://thebeavercaucus.org/ To get in touch with Claire: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-mcmorris-25aa29129/

With Laura-Ann Chong, OSU Class of 2011 A former NCAA All-American gymnast at Oregon State, Laura-Ann shares how she "joined the circus", and applied her talents as an acrobat with the world renown Cirque du Soleil. Chalking up 38 countries and 7 years on tour, she also tells how Project Lumière helps keep performing artists connected and supported during the pandemic. Project Lumière: www.facebook.com/projetlumiereproject/ Connect with Laura-Ann: www.linkedin.com/in/laura-annchong/

With Mary Graham, OSU Class of 2020.  For many North Americans, the thought of eating any kind of bug can evoke a variety of feelings, but for Mary Graham and her fellow Beaver founders of Bigger Bites Foods, crickets are both a super source of protein, highly sustainable, and the core ingredient to their products. Tune in to hear her story! Check out Bigger Bites: https://biggerbitesfoods.com/ IG: @biggerbitesfoods FB: https://www.facebook.com/biggerbitesfoods

With April Davenport, OSU Class of 2020. April Davenport tells the story of how she came to apparel design, why she's passionate about adaptive fashion, and how the project she started while at OSU (Crutchin' It) led to a marketing and design job with Billy Footwear.  To follow April:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/april-davenport/ IG: @aprildavenportdesigns Billy Footwear:  billyfootwear.com IG: @billyfootwear

With Brandon Larrabee, OSU Class of 2019 Brandon, a member of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz, share his journey to OSU, the work he is doing for native and indigenous peoples, and the importance of community and creating opportunities for the next generation. 

With Caleb Chandler, OSU Class of 2019.  Starting with world he started creating in his head in 7th grade, Caleb tells us how he put those ideas to paper and became the author of the Dark Ocean Book Series.  To check out and buy his book: https://www.amazon.com/Memory-Solstice-Dark-Ocean-Book-ebook/dp/B07D9WQXKQ Publishing by Dark Tidings Press (OSU grads as well): https://www.darktidingspress.com/

With Michael Whitten, OSU Class of 2011.  Michael, a founding member of the OSU Next young alumni council, shares the story of how the group came together, and why keeping Beavs connected is especially important in these times. For more information, upcoming events, and to get involved visit osualum.com/osunext or join our Linkedin group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13733526/

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With Mohamed AlSaif, OSU Class of 2020.  From creating DamDiverse at OSU, a platform that celebrates and shares unfiltered stories from underrepresented communities, to co-founding S.T.I.N.G's Hive, a creative incubator — Mohamed shares how being a life-longer learner has helped guide his path so far.  S.T.I.N.G.'s Hive: www.stingshive.com Mohamed's work: www.instagram.com/alsaifdesigns

With Sarah Spangler, OSU Class of 2015. Sarah talks about how she went from being unsure of how she'd use her biology degree to becoming the Executive Director of the Chintimini Wildlife Center at age 24. Listen in to how her knack for breaking lab beakers and surrounding herself with people who nudged her in the right direction were all part of her journey to finding her calling. To visit, support, or find internships at Chintimini Wildlife: chintiminiwildlife.org IG: @CWCwildlife  

With Alyssa Heath, OSU Class of 2016.  You buy granola bars at the store all the time, but do you really know what goes into creating the perfect bar? Alyssa takes us behind the scenes in the world of food science R&D, explains her expertise in blueberry selection, and confesses her love for the classic computer game, The Sims. 

With Kandy Johnson, OSU Class of 2015.  From managing world tours for artist like Anderson .Paak, to producing music videos for Sol and working at Nike SB, Kandy takes us inside her world of skateboarding and community engagement in LA. To get in touch with Kandy or view her work: https://www.yokandy.com/ IG: @misskandyjo

With Melva Treviño Peña, OSU Ph. D. Class of 2018 How do you explore the connection of human needs and culture around the ocean's edge? Join us for a deep dive into a conversation exploring the geography of human activity with the earth and ocean with Oregon State grad, Melva Treviño Peña, Ph.D.

With Mike Allen, OSU Class of 2015 This episode takes us to the swells of the Pacific Ocean off of Sitka, Alaska, where Mike Allen captains a fishing boat for Vonnie's Charters. Hear about Mike's experience wrangling creatures of the deep, living in Alaska, and providing once-and-a-lifetime fishing experiences for his clients.  To follow along with Mike's new ventures or to contact him about booking a fishing excursion, visit his Instagram: @monstamikea 

With Monica Morales, OSU Class of 2013 & 2016.  Monica Morales shares her journey becoming a Water Engineer for Jacobs in LA, the importance of engineers being members of the communities they serve, her experience rising through the ranks in a male-dominated field, and inspiring other female engineers.  To connect with Monica: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-morales-pe-env-sp-5864b536/

With Riley Protz, OSU Class of 2014, 2018, 2019 Riley Protz an OSU "Triple Threat" — graduate of OSU's College of Science, College of Pharmacy, and College of Business — discusses the current world of pharmaceuticals, his experience joining the industry as COVID-19 swept the U.S., and how he paved his way through Oregon State to a career in the business side of pharmacy.   Connect with Riley here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riley-protz-pharmd-mba-52797aa5/

With Cody Stover (the What’s Next? podcast host!) - Class of 2015. Who is our What’s Next? podcast host? This week we dig deeper into the life of Cody and how he landed at OSU, found his first job, worked across Europe, and returned to continue his career and create the What’s Next? podcast. The guest host is Jessica Miller - OSU Class of 2016.  To chat with Cody about travel, tech, or anything else: https://www.linkedin.com/in/codystover/

With Rosarin Bhutarak, Class of 2015 and Alex Schlitt, Class of 2013. Friends, Rosarin (Rose) Bhutarak and Alex Schlitt, share their experiences in navigating global a pandemic from different roles on the front lines. From weeding through the constant information overload and to reflecting on the rewarding moments to laughing about how they’ve become extremely flexible in both their personal and professional lives. They share it all.  Bhutarak: College of Public Health and Human Sciences Schlitt: College of Science

With Lindsey Gardner, OSU Class of 2013. Lindsey Gardner always knew she wanted to be a teacher, but a desire to be more proactive in her passion for wellness drove her to design her own lifestyle to be able to do both. Join us as we learn about her experience in being an educator to students around the world and making the time to pursue her passions in wellness and volunteering. To contact Lindsey about online teaching and opportunities to volunteer with Oregon State in CA at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-gardner-506442156/.

With Malcolm Marable, OSU Class of 2014.  How did Malcolm build his Just2Nice apparel brand as well as land a job overseas training China's elite track athletes? Listen in as he explains how his life motto "Live Life Confident" helped him to go after new opportunities.  Clothing brand: j2nclothing.com / IG - @j2nclothing Training inquiries: IG - @mrjust2nice

With Josey Sechrist, Class of 2016. It was a love for people that led Josey to become an educator and advocate for students and teachers of color. Listen in as she talks to us about her journey to becoming a middle school math teacher, and her dedication to being a force for positive change in America's education systems. 

With Zane Yanzick, OSU Class of 2014. A baseball player at OSU, Zane landed his dream job at Nike right out of college. But even as his career was taking off, it was his passion for travel and adventure that led him to take a leap of faith, quit his job, and co-found Adventure Mates with his brother and close friend. Zane sits down with us to tell his story of how life starts at the edge of your comfort zone. To get involved, follow: IG: @theadventuremates & @zaneyanzick Site: adventure-mates.com

With Ellen Yin, OSU Class of 2016. After an underwhelming experience at her first corporate "desk job", Ellen Yin chats with OSU Next about she made a career pivot and built her own self-run boutique social media marketing agency serving Fortune 500 companies, e-comm startups, and local businesses. Check out her podcast, Cubicle to CEO, and follow on social: Instagram: instagram.com/missellenyin Facebook: facebook.com/missellenyin Website: ellenyin.com/blog Podcast: The Cubicle to CEO Podcast

With Sydney Wiese, OSU Class of 2017. You know her as an OSU Women’s Basketball star and WNBA player for the LA Sparks, but Sydney is figuring out life after college just like everyone else. We talk about her experience leading OSU to the Final Four, dealing with COVID-19, settling into a new city & creating routine without the structure of college life, and our role in standing up against racism. To follow Sydney on IG: @swiesebaby24

With Willen Sin, OSU Class of 2013 . A Portland Trailblazers fan growing up, Willen landed a dream internship with the organization after college and then worked his way up the ranks of the marketing and game operations side of the business. From recycling thousands of Chalupa promo coupons to working alongside some legendary figures — Willen takes us under the hood of Portland's most prominent pro sports team. 

Introducing the "What's Next?" podcast by OSU Next, an alumni group within the greater OSU Alumni Association network focused on building community among young Beaver alums. Season 1 dives into interviews with Beaver alums of the past 10 years with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and stories to tell about their own unique journeys after graduation.  From professional basketball players to entrepreneurs to travelers — get ready for "What's Next?".