Alumni Recognition
Every day our alumni are doing great things — both big and small.
Celebrating the Legacy of our Outstanding AgSci Friends & Alumni
The College of Agricultural Sciences celebrates the legacy of our most outstanding alumni and friends, individuals who have been instrumental in championing the vision and values of the college and Oregon State University. We thank the recipients below for their meaningful impact on Oregon and its agricultural and natural resources landscapes.
Luminary, Leader, and Legacy Alumni Awards
Publicly acknowledge the accomplishments of outstanding College of Agricultural Sciences alumni.
Award categories
1. Legacy
The Legacy Award is a career lifetime achievement award. It is given to an individual who has made a lasting and meritorious contribution to their chosen field, OSU, or society at large throughout their career.
2. Leader
Leader award is given to an individual who has distinguished herself or himself through professional practice and service to OSU, her or his profession, or society at large. Nominees should have at least 20 years of professional experience.
3. Luminary
Luminary award is given to an individual who has made early career and community contributions that clearly identify her or him as a future leader. The nominee should have at least 10 years of professional experience.
2025 Hall of Fame Award
Greg Macpherson
Diamond Pioneer Award
The College of Agricultural Sciences wishes to honor people with significant lifetime contributions to agriculture, natural resources, and the people of Oregon and/or Oregon State University. This award provides the opportunity to publicly recognize the accomplishments of individuals who have contributed to the well-being of their community, industry, and/or state. Each award recipient will receive recognition by the College at a luncheon where inductees will be given an award and a lapel pin. They will also become permanent members of the Diamond Pioneer Agricultural Achievement Registry in the College of Agricultural Sciences.
OSU Changemakers
Hosted by the OSU Alumni Association, the Changemakers program celebrates Beavers who meaningfully transform their communities or fields of interest. Whether they’re making a difference through their careers or volunteer work, these inspiring individuals are blazing a path toward equity, strong communities, human rights, health and prosperity, climate change solutions and so much more, underscoring the profound impact that even modest efforts can have. The recognition is a part of the OSU Days of Service, an annual effort every May that unites Beavers worldwide in making a difference. Together, they reflect the OSU community’s commitment to a brighter future and the belief that everyone’s efforts matter.
Recipients:
- 2024: Emily Darchuk, M.S. '15; Dave, '18 and Lois Cho, Jeanne Carver, M.S. '79
Since 1988, the Oregon State University Alumni Association in partnership with the university has recognized caring, passionate and talented members of Beaver Nation who have distinguished themselves in their professions and their communities. Alumni Fellows are celebrated on campus in the fall and recognized during the Black and Orange Awards Celebration. Through the Alumni Fellows program, Oregon State University colleges, departments and the OSU Alumni Association reconnect with alumni that have distinguished themselves in their professions and communities and celebrate them for all that they have done and will continue to do. Alumni Fellows share their experiences and wisdom with alumni and current students, as well as build stronger ties with faculty and their alma mater.
Recipients:
- 2024 – Kirk B. Maag, ’05
- 2023 – Bob Grover, ’83
- 2020 – Julianne Wood-Rethwill, ’75
- 2016 – Hiram G. Larew III, M.S. ’77, Ph.D. ’81
- 2013 – James E. Womack, Ph.D. ’68
- 2011 – James T. Martin, ’69, M.S. ’78
- 2009 – Carl M. Casale, ’83
- 2007 – William E. Sandine, Ph.D. ’58
- 2006 – Gretchen S. Schuette, Ph.D. ’80
- 2005 – Roy H. Saigo, Ph.D. ’69
- 2004 – Karla Chambers, ’81, MAIS ’83, and William D. Chambers, ’81, M.S. ’85
- 2000 – James E. Oldfield, Ph.D. ’51
- 1991 – Larry L. McKay, Ph.D. ’70
- 1989 – Keith R. McKennon, ’55
- 1988 – Ernest G. Jaworski, M.S. ’50, Ph.D. ’52