This site requires Javascript to be turned on. Please enable Javascript and reload the page.

Untold Stories Guide Main Menu Histories of Students of Color at Oregon State University Campus Tour Guidebook Authors & Contributors Map of Tour Sites Carrie Halsell, OSU's First African American Graduate DeLana Wolfe and Chelsea Young 2008 Honorary Degree Ceremony for Japanese American Students During WWII Victoria Chavez and Chun-Tao Kuan The Desegregation of the Men's Basketball Team Kayla Arnot, Abraham Rodriguez, and Izaak Tobin Black Student Union Walk-Out of 1969 Sansan Sun Native American Longhouse Eena Haws Vanessa Marquez, Hagan Le, and Chloe Chen Centro Cultural César Chávez Marilu Solis and Natalie Vega-Juarez, updated in 2015 Women's Center & Women of Color Coalition Mckayla Nguyen and Claire Wilson Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center Michaela Butner and Megan Wing, updated in 2015 OSU's Anti-Apartheid Movement Tamara Lash and Ireland Massey Asian & Pacific Cultural Center Piper Davis and Karen Leon-Moreno, updated in 2015 1996 All OSU Boycott & March Samara Bonsey and Mandy Deitering Pride Center & SOL: LGBTQ+ Multicultural Support Network Sophia Morrow and Ty Sokalski Ettihad Cultural Center Freddy León 2014 Solidarity March Marrisa Gallegos and Elizabeth Galvan Ruiz Black Lives Matter Movement at OSU Indigenous Peoples' Day Photos and Sources Cited OSULP's Oregon Multicultural Archives

William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate

7442

Page

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Composite
is live	scalar:isLive	1
banner	scalar:banner	https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1633/24323136425_99f956fffe_b.jpg
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2015-12-30T14:05:17-08:00

Version 32

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.32
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	32
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9) Photos and Sources Cited
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-28T13:45:03-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 31

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.31
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	31
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-28T12:08:07-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 30

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.30
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	30
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-26T14:08:48-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 29

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.29
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	29
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-26T14:08:02-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 28

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.28
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	28
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-26T14:07:07-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 27

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.27
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	27
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-26T11:45:18-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 26

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.26
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	26
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-26T11:44:48-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 25

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.25
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	25
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-26T11:43:24-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 24

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.24
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	24
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-26T11:42:34-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 23

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.23
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	23
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	Tori Hittner and Enjun Ren, updated in 2015
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-19T13:55:05-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 22

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.22
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	22
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-14T14:10:42-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 21

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.21
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	21
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-12T12:51:50-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 20

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.20
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	20
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-12T12:51:09-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 19

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.19
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	19
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-12T12:50:13-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 18

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.18
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	18
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-12T12:49:41-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 17

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.17
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	17
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-12T12:49:04-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 16

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.16
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	16
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-12T12:48:39-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 15

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.15
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	15
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-12T12:47:56-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 14

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.14
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	14
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T15:29:50-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 13

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.13
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	13
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T15:28:08-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 12

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.12
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	12
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T15:26:59-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 11

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.11
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	11
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T15:26:10-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 10

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.10
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	10
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T15:25:07-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 9

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.9
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	9
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T15:24:37-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 8

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.8
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	8
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T15:11:04-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 7

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.7
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	7
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T15:06:22-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 6

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.6
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	6
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T15:06:06-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 5

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.5
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	5
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T13:29:51-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 4

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.4
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	4
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
description	dcterms:description	William Tebeau Hall // 1351 SW Washington Ave Sources cited are found on page 44 and are listed as ( # ) within the text
content	sioc:content	Life was not easy for African Americans in the 1940s, yet William “Bill” Tebeau (pronounced “tee-bow”) proved that one could overcome any odds with hard work and perseverance. Known to be the first African American male to graduate from OSU, then known as Oregon State College (OSC), Tebeau was well regarded for his unwavering dedication and kind spirit. (1) Born to Henry and Frances Tebeau of Baker City, Oregon, on November 23, 1925, Tebeau worked hard throughout his early academic career in order to achieve his dream of attending OSC. After graduating high school in 1943, Tebeau was accepted to study Chemical Engineering. Unfortunately, Tebeau encountered difficulties his first day on campus when he was refused a dorm room due to the color of his skin. (2) Tebeau had not mentioned his ethnicity on his application and upon learning the truth, administrators suggested he try attending the University of Oregon instead. Tebeau was adamant, however, and refused to leave, and instead, found lodging and work at a nearby fraternity, where he was given a room in the basement. (3) Despite the housing issue, Tebeau found his time at OSC to be both educational and enjoyable. (4) An Eagle Scout, Tebeau, served as a member of the first ever Alpha Phi Omega chapter on campus, a fraternity for former and current Boy Scouts of America, belonged to the prestigious math organization on campus, Pi Mu Epsilon, and as an avid trumpet and violin player joined the OSC marching band and played for the KOAC radio station’s studio band. (5) Upon his graduation in 1948, Tebeau discovered that few jobs existed for Black chemical engineers in the western United States. Wanting to remain in Oregon, Tebeau earned his license as a civil engineer and went to work for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), then known as the Oregon State Highway Department. (6) There, Tebeau would work for over 30 years providing excellent expertise in construction, surveying, and city planning. In addition to his work at ODOT, Tebeau taught as a part-time engineering professor at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon. (7) Tebeau was a highly commended and appreciated member of his community, and received many accolades throughout his lifetime. For his dedicated work as a civil engineer and teacher, Tebeau was named Teacher of the Year at Chemeketa Community College in 1970 and the State of Oregon’s Employee of the Year in 1971. Prior to his death in 2013, Tebeau was awarded the first ever Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers Trailblazer Award and was inducted into the OSU Engineering Hall of Fame in 2010. (8) In October 2014, OSU hosted the dedication ceremony for its new residence hall, Tebeau Hall. Tebeau’s family shared stories of his hard work and love for OSU and encouraged others to apply Bill Tebeau’s motto to their own lives: “Make it a great day!” (9)
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2016-01-11T13:02:15-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 3

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.3
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	3
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
default view	scalar:defaultView	image_header
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2015-12-30T15:01:49-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 2

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.2
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	2
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
default view	scalar:defaultView	plain
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2015-12-30T14:36:32-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Version 1

resource	rdf:resource	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/william-tebeau-osus-first-male-african-american-graduate.1
versionnumber	ov:versionnumber	1
title	dcterms:title	William Tebeau, OSU's First Male African American Graduate
default view	scalar:defaultView	plain
was attributed to	prov:wasAttributedTo	http://photohistory.oregonstate.edu/works/untold-stories-guide/users/7445
created	dcterms:created	2015-12-30T14:05:17-08:00
type	rdf:type	http://scalar.usc.edu/2012/01/scalar-ns#Version

Show all versions View as RDF-XML View as RDF-JSON