News and Events

Welcome to the Food Science & Technology News Hub

Your source for the latest stories, research breakthroughs, student achievements, and industry innovations. From the science behind what we eat to the technologies shaping how it’s made, we share updates that connect our classrooms, labs, and community with the global food system.

 

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Events


Annual Events:

Ever Fresh- OSU Ice Cream Competition

The Ever Fresh–OSU Ice Cream Innovation Contest celebrates student creativity through the development of original and marketable ice cream concepts.


Taste of Research

Experience a taste of the cutting-edge science that is shaping the sustainable future of food. Taste of Research is more than an event—it’s a gathering where curiosity, collaboration, and innovation meet. By bringing together researchers, industry professionals, and students, we create a space for sharing ideas, showcasing discoveries, and sparking conversations that matter. A thriving food industry depends on this exchange of knowledge, and through Taste of Research, we highlight the progress and potential of food science in improving quality, sustainability, and the way we nourish communities worldwide.

2026 Date and Schedule of Events is coming soon...

2025 Schedule of Events:

1-2 PM Check In at Wiegand Hall

2-4 PM Flash Talks by FST Graduate Students

4-5 PM Catered Social Hour and Poster Session with the Graduate Students


Food Science and Technology Career Fair

Tuesday February 10th, 2026 | 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Wiegand Hall | 3051 SW Campus Way, Corvallis, OR 97331

Pizza social after with employers in the Wiegand Hall Pilot Plant. Open to all OSU students - students must register through Handshake.

Are you an employer interested in participating? Contact Kim Carson at: [email protected]

Awards and Recognition


 

The faculty, staff, and students of the department of Food Science and Technology at Oregon State University are extraordinary professionals in their fields. We are proud to showcase their accomplishments.

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Archived News


 

Curious about what’s been happening in our department? Explore our news archive to catch up on past stories, research highlights, student achievements, and community events. It’s the perfect way to see how our work has been shaping the future of food science and technology over the years.

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Archived News