The "O-State Ballaz" performed at the student-athletic talent show to raise money for tsunami relief in 2005. Photo was used in the 2006 Oregon State Baseball Guide, page 100.
James H. Jensen served as President of Oregon State University from 1961-1969. Within these eight years, Jensen expanded OSU faculty and facilities significantly and founded the 25 Year Club, which recognized employees who have worked at OSU for 25 years.
Tailflappers, junior and senior men's rooting section, is organized to promote spirit and good sportsmanship at athletic events. The dress for members is white cords and white shirts with tails out. Black and orange rooter lids are colorfully spun on fingertips during songs and chants and go high in the air when the Beavers take the lead. The Tailflapper yell leaders and frolicking "Benny Beaver" provide crowd-pleasing stunts and entertainment, as well as keeping a critical eye on the opposing team and the officials. Image was published on page 91 of the 1961 Beaver yearbook.
This silent black-and-white film was prepared under the direction of the College Editor, E.T. Reed, and received rave reviews from audiences in Corvallis and around the state. Filmed on 35 mm nitrate stock, it was transferred to 16 mm safety base film in the 1960s. Produced originally in two parts; this version combines portions of both and includes the following vignettes: Homecoming; Commerce Hall; Alumni Headquarters; Pushball game; Montana Grizzlies vs the Beavers in football; OAC Wrestlers Northwest Champions, 1925; OAC Basketball Team, 1925 Champions of the NW Conference; OAC Baseball Team, 1925 Champions of the NW Conference; Alumni Luncheon Picnic, 1925; Class of 1911 in reunion at flag pole (class gift); Chiming hall clock, a gift of the Silver Jubilee, Class of 1900; The Academic Procession from Library to the gym; and Commencement. It is 8:05 minutes long., Video is accessible here: https://media.oregonstate.edu/media/t/0_c6lr0eli