Governor Mark O. Hatfield signs the legislation changing the name of Oregon State College to Oregon State University. Left to Right: C. R. Hoyt, rep. from Benton County; Francis Ziegler, Senator from Benton County; Richard A. Seideman, Student Body President; Robert White '40, Senator; President A. L. Strand; Harry Boivin, President of State Senate; John Fenner "40 , Alumni Association; Anthony Yturri, Senator.
President Jensen and Dean Vera Brandon at left in photo. 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.