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New OSU Grads Are Powering Portland
	Erika McQuillen '09 Civil and Construction Engineering Future project engineer, Hoffman Construction, Portland "OSU prepared me to engineer sustainably. I'm already LEED certified. That means I can make a difference right away mindfully designing environmentally responsible, healthy places to live and work."
	Janelle Hyter '09 Accountancy Future CPA, AKT LLP, Portland "OSU prepared me to help companies make smart, ethical decisions based on accurate financial information. So they can thrive, even in a tough economy."
	Cory Smith '09 Construction Engineering Management Project Engineer, Tice Electric Company, Portland "OSU prepared me to help construct electrical substations that transfer electricity from wind turbines in the Columbia River Gorge to the user. I'm proud to contribute to the supply of sustainable power."
	Scott Nakashimada '09 Doctor of Pharmacy Future Pharmacist, Kaiser Permanente, Portland "My professors at OSU have been great mentors. Their example has taught me how to make a positive impact on a patient's health and serve as a trusted resource to the community."
	Jamie Freyer '09 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Future Veterinarian, Banfield Pet Hospital, Portland "OSU's veterinary program is very demanding, but it's worth it. I've always liked animals, and it's nice to know I can improve the quality of life for pets and the people who love them."
	David Nicholas '09 New Media Communications Project Manager, Omedia, Inc., Portland "OSU taught me the vital fundamentals about how we communicate an use technology. Now I'm applying them to help people better understand who we are as a society and provide a little entertainment, too."
	Bill Brignon '09 Master’s in Fisheries Science Fish Biologist, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Vancouver "I work with hatcheries to minimize negative impacts on wild and endangered fish in the Columbia River. OSU gave me the scientific tools to look at fish populations through a broader scope in order to manage them more effectively."
	Nathan Kondrat '08 Music Bass Baritone, Portland Opera, Portland "The environment at OSU is what got me to where I am. Knowing that you are going to be singing to an audience of 3,000 is exciting. Being an artist is my passion; it's what makes life worth it."