Page 1: “Black Exodus…” In a recap of the previous day’s rally, it is announced that 47 black students left the university during the rally. After an ovation from 1000 students attending the rally, the 47 students left campus through its east entrance. A statement from the Black Student Union is given regarding social and cultural background, as well as critiquing OSU President Jensen. Continued on Page 4. [no title] An announcement is given for a 2:00 rally in the MU Commons. Page 2: “OSU Blackout…” With many of the black students gone, the boycott is encouraged to continue in their absence. The Cervantes Proposal is encouraged to be voted down due to its inadequacy, while the Administrative Proposal is encouraged in its entirety. The administration, Athletic Department, Chamber of Commerce, and alumni are all portrayed in a coalition supporting “outmoded and corrupt practices of repression and discrimination.” Continued on Page 3. Page 3: “Concern for Our Brother…” A transcript of President Jensen’s April 8, 1968 address following the death of the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., President Jensen attacks racism and bigotry while giving his personal thoughts, including a mention of his own personal interaction with Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. “OSU Blackout continued…” Continued from Page 2. The black students involved in the walk-out are defended and praised for their ethical decision to leave the university. The human rights movement is heralded as the only legitimate authority at OSU. Page 4: “ASOSU President Raps…” The ASOSU President criticizes the OSU Administration for its attitude toward minority students, and the Athletic Department for disregarding the welfare of black students. “Boycott Basketball…” Students are urged to join University of Oregon students in protesting at the Basketball Civil War at OSU. A rally is advertised for Friday night at 6:15 in the MU Commons. Plans are announced for a cheering section during the game to shout appropriate yells related to recent events, with plans to have a mass exodus from the game. University of Oregon athletes had already announced a boycott of the game, while OSU’s black athletes were dismissed due to their participation in the boycott. “Black Exodus continued…” Continued from Page 1. The Black Student Union statement is concluded, after which support is noted from the University of Oregon and Portland State University. Page 5: “No Way Out…” Ed Helms quotes and editorial content describe the future of Oregon State and its former black students. The University of Oregon announced plans to consider an expeditious process for allowing such students into its ranks quickly. Helms announces his intention to resign, along with a prediction that the university would never recover. The ACLU is also revealed to be preparing a case for Fred Milton vs. OSU. “Cervantes Raps…” Cervantes comments on worries that his proposal might be perceived as irrelevant, or that it even may be irrelevant, given the exodus of black students. He admits fearing that many might view the problem as being solved, rather than fixing it. Page 6: “Barometer Sucks…” The Daily Barometer is accused of violating its code of ethics by providing unfair coverage of the recent racial events. Various dates and articles are cited in support of this claim. [no headline] The rally at the MU Commons, scheduled for 2:00, is advertised.
Page 1: The title sheet depicts an image of various people donning Ku Klux Klan outfits before a hill with a burning cross. A sign on the hill reads “Tonight: Human Rights Comm. Conviens [sic] and Gill Coliseum is behind the hill. The figure passing out the outfits is likely OSU President Jensen. A black man appears to be tied up on the hill. The artwork is explained (and apologized for) on Page 3. Page 3: “Scab Sheet Editor Speaks…” The cover artwork is explained by the Scab Sheet Editor. It is explained as depicting members of the Commission on Human Rights and Responsibilities. The Editor apologizes for the cover, indicating that it was made from personal feelings expressed 14 hours earlier, but that said personal feelings had since changed. The Editor denounces the cover artwork as “reprehensible and of no redeeming worth.” Page 5: “Phase Two: HRM…” The Human Rights Movement, as proclaimed by the author, officially disassociates itself with self-governing student groups, citing fallacy in a group dominated by majority rule, in an issue regarding minorities. The movement labels the ASOSU Senate as worthless, and identifies itself as a second, alternative student government. [no headline] An excerpt from an AP story from Kansas on March 9, 1969 speculates that the events at OSU may trigger additional movements among other college athletic programs. Page 6 “Oregonian Sucks…” The Oregonian is attacked for an editorial run on March 7 which criticizes the events at OSU, and, according to the Scab Sheet, simplifies the issue. “Barometer Exists!” The Barometer is criticized for not acknowledging the Scab Sheet. In satire, the Scab Sheet acknowledges that the Barometer does, in-fact, exist. Differences between the two papers, particularly the Scab Sheet’s cost and view points, are expressed. “NSA Offers Aid…” An endorsement from the National Student Association for ASOSU President John Frazer due to his efforts with human rights is applauded. Page 7 “ Arkansas Blacks Leave…” A recap is given of a walkout of 21 of the College of the Ozark’s 35 black students. The students walked out because of racial tension, including disputes with the school’s basketball coach over a player’s “Afro hair style.” “Fraser Steps Down…” Continued from Page 2. [Note: Page 2 is blank] ASOSU President John Fraser announces his resignation, effective March 23, 1969, while encouraging students to unit with concerned faculty members who support the human rights movement. “Oregon Senate Raps…” In a statement from the Associated Students of the University of Oregon, the ASUO Senate publishes resolutions to censure OSU coach Dee Andros, give support to students supporting Fred Milton, and its refusal to condone any athletic contests between U of O and OSU until the resolution of the prevalent racial conditions. Page 8 “OSU Jock Raps, Andros Sucks…” A white member of the football team, in an open letter to Coach Dee Andros, anonymously applauds his intentions, while simultaneously criticizing his methods. The coach is complimented for his attempts at team unity, but is accused of unintentional racism. “Student Power Ignored…” President Jensen’s authority is questioned regarding his appointment of three students to the Commission on Human Rights and Responsibilities. The author claims that the appointments were illegitimate as the authority rested only with the student government.
Page 1: The title sheet depicts a caricature of presumably President Jensen holding the giant head of Coach Dee Andros in a satire of the Farnese Atlas statue. Page 2: “Faculty Senate” An account is given of the deliberation of the Faculty Senate during a meeting the previous afternoon. During the meeting, Fred Cervantes’ proposal was rejected in favor of the “Administrative Proposal.” Continued on Page 6. Page 3: “What Place Athletics?’ A review of the Athletic Department is announced, as ordered by the Faculty Senate during its meeting the previous afternoon. The Senate cited concerns about the department’s relationship to the university after Coach Dee Andros expressed the intent to ignore any university ruling not supported by the majority of his players. “Barometer to sue Scab Sheet” The Barometer editor’s announcement of a lawsuit against the Scab Sheet is responded to with the quote that “truth is the best defense against libel.” “Broken-hearted Melody…” A reply is given to a Barometer article written in response to an earlier Scab Sheet article (Vol. I, Issue I, Page 1) criticizing the lack of contact with the Black Student Union over an all-school convocation. In the reply, the Scab Sheet reaffirms its original printed view. Continued on Page 4. Page 4: “Broken-hearted Melody continued…” Defense of the Scab Sheet article attacked in a later Barometer article continues. “Administrative Proposal… Revised” A slightly revised version of the Administrative Proposal is given in a statement by the Faculty Senate, as passed during its session the previous afternoon. “Fraser Raps…” Mr. Fraser defends his voting record, claiming that he did not realize that a vote to Coach Dee Andros was also a vote to “give him the powers of a dictator.” He goes on the record as stating that he would like to change his vote. “Who Rules OSU?” The Athletic Department is criticized for contradicting the intent of the President’s Commission on Human Rights, specifically due to the Athletic Board’s reaffirmation of the power granted to the coaching staff. Page 5: “Boycott Must Continue” The Faculty Senate is praised for taking action, but is also criticized due to an apparent contradiction between the two proposals presented. President Jensen’s proposal is criticized in further detail, and using such evidence as justification, the boycott is encouraged to continue. Page 6: [no title] A description of events from the Faculty Senate is given. [Note: This article appears to be a continuation of another article.] “Helms Raps…” With information from Karl Helms, Jensen’s assistant on minority student affairs, it is revealed that black athletes in the Pacific 8 Conference will continue to boycott OSU. “Boycott goes on...” It is announced that the boycott will continue, citing a statement by the Students for Action Committee. A pre-game rally is announced for Friday night at 6:30 in the MU Ballroom. [no title] A small blurb announces that sources indicate the impending resignation of Dee Andros, with further details expected later.
1960 self-study report on the Oregon State College School of Science prepared for the Northwest Association of Secondary and Higher Schools, Commission on Higher Schools.
Interim report submitted to provide information on changes at Oregon State University since 1960 Report to the Higher Commission of the Northwest Association of Secondary and Higher Schools.
1960 self-study report on the Oregon State College Graduate School prepared for the Northwest Association of Secondary and Higher Schools, Commission on Higher Schools.
1960 self-study report on the Oregon State College School of Forestry prepared for the Northwest Association of Secondary and Higher Schools, Commission on Higher Schools, and for the Society of American Foresters, Committee for the Advancement of Forestry Education.
1960 self-study report on the Oregon State College School of Home Economics prepared for the Northwest Association of Secondary and Higher Schools, Commission on Higher Schools.
1960 self-study report on the Oregon State College Lower Division of Liberal Arts prepared for the Northwest Association of Secondary and Higher Schools, Commission on Higher Schools.