Travel Talk | The Art and Science of Yellowstone National Park

Topics include the history and ecological research of Yellowstone, re-introduction of wolves and conservation efforts.

Beavers are out there uncovering and sharing the stories of our world. Watch this OSUAA Alumni Group Travel program with two Beaver icons whose storytelling comes through scientific research and photography.

Former National Geographic editor-in-chief and 2020 College of Liberal Arts Alumni Fellow, Chris Johns, ’74, and Oregon State Ecology Professor Bill Ripple, Ph.D. ’84 , bring science and art together to tell the story of Yellowstone National Park in a Travel Talk webcast.

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Travel Talk | Bordeaux and the Basque Country

Travel Talk | Kentucky Derby and Indy 500 Tour Previews

Travel Talks | Smoky Mountains & Pigeon Forge and Montréal & Québec City Christmas tour previews

Travel Talks | Learn about the Aurora Borealis and Solar Activity

Travel Talks | Travel to Ireland

Travel Talks | Have Sharks, Will Travel — Studying Sharks Around the Globe with OSU’s Big Fish Lab

Travel Talk | Bordeaux and the Basque Country

Sep 21, 2026

earn what makes Bordeaux and Basque Country some of the most compelling cultural and culinary destinations in Europe and how traveling with OSU faculty can make the journey even more enriching.

Travel Talk | Kentucky Derby and Indy 500 Tour Previews

Aug 26, 2026

Our trusted tour company partner Sports & Entertainment Travel will guide you through both tours, highlighting what’s included, where you’ll stay and the unique experiences you’ll enjoy.