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RESEARCH

OSU researchers expand international collaboration on blue carbon monitoring in Vietnam

Blue carbon — carbon captured and stored by coastal and marine ecosystems — plays an increasingly important role in climate mitigation, restoration planning and emerging carbon markets. Assistant Professors Heesung Woo and Jacob Bukoski are working with partners in Vietnam to explore how LiDAR-based 3D mapping and other digital monitoring tools can support more accurate, scalable and field-ready assessment of mangrove ecosystems. Mangrove forests are among the most carbon-dense ecosystems in the world, storing large amounts of blue carbon while also playing a critical role in coastal protection and ecosystem resilience. But measuring forest structure, biomass and carbon in these complex environments remains difficult.

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

From local roots to global branches: The International Forestry Students’ Association year in review

The International Forestry Students’ Association has been very active since Fall of 2024, after our amazing leadership team revived the club after a short period of inactivity. With renewed vigor and ideas, IFSA has expanded the scope of our events and community outreach. Events include visiting scholar lectures, fundraising campaigns, and partnered potluck events with the International Programs Office every term.

Our amazing IFSA leaders! From left to right, Christoph Anderson, Ankit Koirala, and Jill Aire.

FORESTRY & NATURAL RESOURCES EXTENSION

Redwood trees like this one in Curry County are being planted more frequently in Western Oregon.

OSU Extension helps woodland owners consider big trees

Coast redwoods and giant sequoias can inspire awe long before landowners consider soil, rainfall, wildlife damage, markets or Oregon forest practice laws. But planting them in Oregon also raises practical questions: Will they grow well on a given site? Are they appropriate after timber harvest? Can they meet tax-deferral or cost-share requirements? What happens if a coast redwood, known for vigorous resprouting, becomes part of a forest for the long term?

In The Woods Podcast

Check out this monthly podcast series brought to you by the Oregon State University Forestry & Natural Resources Extension program.

Listen to the latest episode

Episode 74: Prescribed Burn Associations, or PBA’s

Episode 73: Post Wildfire Recovery, Pt. 2

Episode 72: Cultivating Shiitake Mushrooms

News

College of Forestry News

FEATURES

Forest Restoration and Spotted Owl Conservation Can Work Together, Study Finds

Turning forest waste into clean fuel: OSU researchers explore new bioenergy solutions

Oregon State University to host Get Outdoors Day on May 30 at Peavy Arboretum in the McDonald-Dunn Research Forest

Oregon State University and National Taiwan University chart a new course in climate-smart forestry

RESEARCH

OSU researchers expand international collaboration on blue carbon monitoring in Vietnam

Forest Restoration and Spotted Owl Conservation Can Work Together, Study Finds

Turning forest waste into clean fuel: OSU researchers explore new bioenergy solutions

OSU, Forest Service find high wildfire risk for old forests where fire used to be common

New research reveals increased wildfire risk for more than 400 communities in Northwest

New forest visions: advancing forestry with robotics, AI and 3D mapping

OSU study links stand spacing to Douglas-fir wood value

Warmer winters and snow drought may threaten western U.S. water by speeding flows, study finds

OSU’s Center for the Outdoor Recreation Economy enters next phase in College of Forestry

Isolated fragments of quality habitat insufficient for forest bird conservation, research shows

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

From local roots to global branches: The International Forestry Students’ Association year in review

From barriers to belonging: The Paulines carry forward a legacy of inclusive forestry

Oregon State University and National Taiwan University chart a new course in climate-smart forestry

Career highlights from the Wood Innovation for Sustainability degree: Two graduates share their stories

Dam Proud Day Recap: Roots Run 5K Results, Photos and More

Marys River Mural

OSU alumna studies invasive oak pest with empathy and early-detection focus

Beyond the Shire: a guide to the New Zealand hero’s journey

Forest Machine Management microcredential launches for OSU undergraduates

Oregon State launches online graduate degree and certificates in mass timber and timber circular economy

FORESTRY & NATURAL RESOURCES EXTENSION

OSU Extension helps woodland owners consider big trees

Oregon State University to host Get Outdoors Day on May 30 at Peavy Arboretum in the McDonald-Dunn Research Forest

Clatsop students explore forestry careers outdoors

Workshop helps participants connect students to outdoor careers

Landowners expand prescribed fire use in Eastern Oregon

Clatsop County leaders gain insight into forestry and wildfire

Congratulations to ANREP award winners from FNR Extension

OSU research explores western hardwood challenges

Young adults gain wildfire workforce skills in Eastern Oregon

Fire on purpose: learning, restoration and the Woodpecker Harvest

OSU Extension expands access to forest education

In The Woods Podcast

EVENTS

Starker Lecture Series: Panel Discussion: Managing Forests for Multiple Values in a Changing World

Get Outdoors Day

Commencement recognition + reception

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2026 Outstanding Alumni

Congrats to our 2026 COF Art Show winners!

In memoriam: Hankyu Kim

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