Hall of Fame
- Induction:
- 1997
James Barratt was associated with Oregon State University for over 40 years, beginning in 1946. During that time he served as athletic director, assistant director, business manager, ticket manager, assistant alumni director, and editor of the Daily Barometer.
Barratt was active in many conference and NCAA committees while serving as the A.D. Under his leadership and fund-raising efforts, OSU expanded Parker Stadium, installed AstroTurf, and he was a key figure in the installation of an all-weather track at Patrick Wayne Valley Field.
Barratt was also responsible for the creation of Kiwanis Kids Day, Beaver Caravans, Band Day, and the reorganization of the Beaver Club. He was inducted into the National Association of Collegiate Directors of America Hall of Fame in 1991.
