Jo Ann Leong was a faculty member in the Microbiology Department for over 25 years. In 1996, Leong became the Chairman of the Microbiology Department. Leong helped save Northwest steelhead trout and salmon through discovering a new viral genus and developing a DNA vaccine that would take advantage of a trout's natural resistance to diseases.
Sam Stern was the Dean of Education from 2002-2011. Stern taught courses in adult education and teacher preparation. Stern first came to OSU in 1981 and has since formed beneficial projects including the restoration of Education Hall.
Brett Lemhouse graduated in 1988 with a degree in veterinary medicine. His focuses include large animal medicine and surgery. Lemhouse presently works at the Del Oeste Equine Hospital in Eugene.
Roy G. Arnold was the Dean of Agricultural Sciences, Provost and Executive Vice President of OSU. Arnold's focus was Food Science and Technology. From 1994-1995, Arnold was the National President of the Institute of Food Technologists.
Thayne Dutson was the Dean of Agricultural Sciences from 1993-2008 and Director of the Agricultural Experiment Station from 1987-2008. Dutson's research focuses included enzymes and muscle tissue. Dutson helped expand the OSU Seafood Laboratory in Astoria and established the Food Innovation Center in Portland.
John Leffel was an OSU Extension agent for 30 years, 1962-1992. Leffel worked in numerous counties including Multnomah, Washington, Yamhill, Polk, and Clackamas County. Leffel's focus was livestock and crops.