Nationally Recognized Author Stephanie Malia Krauss to Speak at OSU November 16

How do we help young people, families, educators, and communities thrive in a rapidly changing world?

Join nationally recognized author, educator, and youth advocate Stephanie Malia Krauss for an inspiring evening keynote based on her newest work, Rehumaning Childhood and Our Lives: Caring for Ourselves and Our Kids in a Changing World. Stephanie will share insights from her latest book, How We Thrive, exploring science-backed strategies for navigating stress, technology overload, uncertainty, and the growing challenges facing children and adults alike.

Hosted by Oregon State University Extension & Engagement in partnership with 4-H Youth Development, Juntos, KidSpirit, Open Campus, and Outdoor School, this event is open to the public.

Event Details

Monday, November 16, 2026 CH2M HILL Alumni Center

VIP Reception, Book Signing & Fireside Discussion with Stephanie Malia Krauss: 5:00-6:30 p.m.$30 Ticket to 5 p.m. reception and book signing Keynote, Rehumaning Childhood and Our Lives: Caring for Ourselves and Our Kids in a Changing World: 7:00-8:15 p.m. $15 General Admission$5 Student AdmissionBooks Available for Purchase (available for pick up prior to Keynote) $20 Whole Child, Whole Life$25 How We Thrive$45 Both books as a package

Register and order books today.

Note: There is also a satellite viewing party being hosted to livestream the event at OSU-Cascades campus for anyone in Central Oregon interested in gathering to watch.