(Expansion and construction | Photo courtesy of OSU-Cascades)

A new study shows that Oregon State University – Cascades contributed $89.9 million in economic impact to the Central Oregon region in 2024, reflecting the campus’s growth, spending, research and other contributions to the surrounding community.

The report, commissioned by Oregon State University, details the collective impact of the university’s contributions to the economy and society, which totaled more than $3.5 billion.

The full report was unveiled today by OSU President Jayathi Murthy at the Portland Metro Chamber’s annual meeting.

The economic analysis showed that OSU-Cascades generates 701 jobs in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson counties and drives $6.6 million in state and local taxes. In all, OSU supports and su

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