The Oregon Tech experience is not complete without our many co-curricular activities, which allow students to build on their academic studies in ways that produce dividends—such as work or life experience and, in some cases, a paycheck. These activities, programs and learning experiences complement what you are learning in your coursework and better prepare you for future work environments. Consider them an entry into your field (think: internships), the community (say, volunteering or working at a clinic), or the world (you can spend time studying in Finland and elsewhere). Below are just a few examples.
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First Year Experience
Our First-Year Experience brings first-year students together in our Residence Hall to provide additional support—and a yearlong itinerary of activities and events.
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Engineering Co-op
The Multiple Engineering Cooperative Program (MECOP) is a robust and selective program that allows students to complete two six-month internships with different companies during their time at Oregon Tech.
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Honors Program
The Honors Program gives students access to Honors courses, priority class registration, and unique retreats and trips.
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Diversity and Belonging
Among our many Diversity and Belonging offerings is the Treehouse, a student-run space that helps to foster an inclusive campus culture.
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Dental Clinic
The Oregon Tech Dental Clinic gives students in the Dental Hygiene program the setting to earn clinical hours, while providing important outreach services for the larger community.
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Study Abroad and Exchange
Our Study Abroad and Exchange partnerships allow students to continue their studies while experiencing different corners of the world.
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Catalyze Challenge
Oregon Tech’s Catalyze Klamath Falls Challenge casts a light on the entrepreneurial spirit that transcends disciplines at the university. Students and alumni put their innovative ideas into a competition with more than $20,000 in prizes on the line.