Make Your Plans to Join Beaver Nation at the Road Shows This Month

April 30, 2013

Corvallis, Ore. -

Our Beaver Nation is excited for the return of the popular Road Shows this spring. This year we are thrilled to return a Seattle stop to our tour. The Road Shows begin May 13 in Bend with dates in Seattle, Eugene, Portland and San Francisco later this month.

This is your opportunity to learn the latest news about Beaver Athletics, including the upcoming seasons with several of the head coaches. You also will get the most up to date information on facility improvements and Pac-12 Conference news.

"The primary purpose of the Beaver Nation Road Show events is to build relationships," Senior Associate Athletic Director Shawn Heilbron said. "We want to continue to grow Our Beaver Nation, and the best way to do that is by sharing our message in person so that people feel more connected to Oregon State Athletics and our mission."

Head football coach Mike Riley headlines four of the five events along with head men's basketball coach Craig Robinson and Director of Athletics Bob De Carolis.

"The Road Shows are something I look forward to every year as it presents an opportunity to be around our fans and experience the passion for Oregon State," Riley said. "I'm very excited for the 2013 season and I look forward to talking about the upcoming year with our many Beaver supporters."

Two former Beaver greats are among late additions to the event in San Francisco, as we welcome Gary Payton and A.C. Green. The two have joined forces in support of a fundraising effort for the soon to be opened basketball practice facility (read more in the latest A.D. Report).

"I'm honored to represent the athletic department in our series of road shows," Robinson said. "It is always a treat to spend time with our loyal supporters talking Beaver basketball. The San Francisco event could be the best yet with A.C. and Gary in attendance."

Are you a member of Our Beaver Nation? Members will now receive a $5 discount at all Our Beaver Nation events. Memberships start at just $100 annually. Please visit www.ourbeavernation.com or call us at 541-737-2370 for more information on how you can support our student athletes. GIVE NOW

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Bend Beaver Nation Road Show:

The event features head men's basketball coach Craig Robinson and track and field head coach Kelly Sullivan.

Monday, May 13

7:00P M

Riverhouse Convention Center Ballroom- 3075 North Business 97

$35 members/$40 non-members

Price includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine.

Our Beaver Nation has partnered with the University to bring you a special State of the University Address prior to the Beaver Nation Road Show. Join Oregon State University President Ed Ray at 5:30 as he presents an update on the University's significant worldwide accomplishments in the past year. This portion of the evening is free, but registration is kindly requested at www.osualum.com/sou or at 877-678-2837.

Seattle Beaver Nation Road Show:

The event features head football coach Craig Robinson.

Thursday, May 16

6:00PM

The Palace Ballroom- 2100 5^th Avenue (corner of Lenora and 5^th)

$45 members/$50 non-members

Price includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine.

Don't miss the OSU Alumni Association's Seattle Business Round Table lunch the same day also at the Palace Ballroom. Please visit www.osualum.com/events for more details and to register.

Eugene Beaver Nation Road Show:

The event features Head Football Coach Craig Robinson.

Monday, May 20

6:00PM

Sweet Cheeks Winery- 27007 Briggs Hill Road

(Catering graciously provided by Oregon Electric Station)

$35 members/$40 non-members

Price includes heavy hors d'oeuvres and wine.

Portland Beaver Nation Road Show:

The event features Head Football Coach Craig Robinson.

Wednesday, May 22

6:00PM