Source: Sean Nealon, OSU release – CORVALLIS, Ore. – Oregon State University officials have issued the following statements regarding the University of Colorado’s decision to leave the Pac-12: Oregon State University President Jayathi Murthy: “Oregon State University joins with other Pac-12 members in reaffirming our commitment to the long-term strength and vitality of the conference. We are united by our shared values, our passion for the highest level of intercollegiate athletic competition, our leadership roles as Tier 1 research universities and our support for student-athletes’ academic and athletic excellence.” Oregon State University Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Barnes: “Oregon State Athletics trusts that the Pac-12 will secure a media rights deal that will strongly benefit the institutions that are remaining loyal to this conference. All of us at Oregon State will continue to work hard and diligently to continue the long-term membership and success of our athletic department at a national level.” University officials have no further comment at this time.
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