Air Force ROTC Detachment 685
Since 1949, Detachment 685 has prepared Oregon State University students for service as officers in t
Oregon State University (OSU), located in Corvallis, Oregon, was established in 1868 and was known as "The West Point of the West" during WWII when it produced more officers than any other school in the nation except West Point. OSU's engineering programs provide a strong base for serving the Air Force's needs for technical majors. Furthermore, OSU is one of a small number of universities nationwi
05/31/2026
Week 22!
Week 22 consisted of a LLAB focused on land navigation and intel organization. Cadets were given coordinates that they had to plot to collect the necessary information to support the current operation in their Group Leadership Project and develop decision-making.
05/31/2026
Recently our fiscal year 2027 grads received their career fields.
Congratulations to all! We are excited for these Flying Beavs futures!
05/23/2026
Week 21!
Week 21 Llab focused on Drill & Ceremony. The cadets performed Open Ranks Inspections, displaying attention to detail and maintaining strict standards.
05/21/2026
Week 19!
The week 19 Llab was modeled after Field Training. This consisted of a simulated dorm room preparation, inspection, and an emphasis on drill and ceremony. The Flying Beavs are looking sharp as they prepare.
05/11/2026
The Flying Beavs hosted the 106th annual Joint Service Review this year alongside Army, Navy and Marine ROTC. This is a historic tradition at Oregon State University to honor and showcase the dedication and discipline that all the cadets and midshipmen have shown through the year.
This year’s guest of honor and speaker was Col Jeremy Sheppard, a DET 685 alumni.
04/29/2026
Week 18!
Flying Beavs cadets focused on career and Field Training preparation. The GMC had briefs to learn about new careers and had opportunities to ask the POC advice about Field Training. The GMC also focused on Field Training dorm procedures.
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308 McAlexander Fieldhouse, 1800 SW Jefferson Way
Corvallis, OR
97331