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Sako convicted of rape, sexual abuse
Former student will be held in custody until sentencing May 19 to determine prison time
The trial that Corvallis District Attorney Chris Stringer described in his opening statement as one about "trauma" has finally come to an end.
The former OSU student and Phi Kappa Psi fraternity member, Gregory Thomas Sako, 20, was found guilty on the counts of rape and sexual abuse in the first degree after allegedly raping a 21-year-old Portland woman at a 2008 Halloween party.
Crowd, tech problems cut Nappy Roots short
After difficulties involving microphones and speakers, Nappy Roots left the stage at Pi Kappa Phi's benefit concert Saturday night
An event that started as an idea to raise money for charity quickly ended when a Rockstar energy drink exploded on the stage, and hundreds of students clamored for a refund.
Last Saturday, the OSU chapter of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity hosted an all day block party and concert in an attempt to raise money and heighten awareness for Push America, while also providing students with a unique entertainment opportunity.
Engineering seniors show skills at Expo
Tenth annual Expo featured student projects in form of disease cures, telerobotic arms
Seniors from the College of Engineering got the chance to show off their skills at the 10th annual Engineering Expo on Friday. The expo, which took place in Kelley Engineering Center, featured many different projects and designs.
Over 100 student-built projects were displayed, ranging from malaria treatments to telerobotic arms.
Relay for Life gives hope to those touched by cancer
All-night event Friday involved more than 1,000 participants, raised over $57,000 for cancer
Friday night more than 1,000 participants showed up in the MU Quad to set up camp to raise money and fight the battle against cancer.
Relay For Life is an annual event for the American Cancer Society, and takes place at different venues across the nation.
Scottish-born visiting author discusses writing process
Livesey came to Valley Library Friday as final installment of Visiting Writers Series
In the final event of the OSU Visiting Writers Series on Friday night, the English department welcomed award-winning author, Margot Livesey, to read from her latest novel, "The House on Fortune Street."
The Scottish-born novelist has written six novels since 1986, as well as released a collection of short stories.
