OSU release - SALEM – Beaver Nation fans have a fun new way to support Oregon State University. An OSU Beaver license plate will be available to the public beginning April 7.  OSU Beaver plates cost an additional $40 to purchase the first time and with each renewal or replacement, in addition to regular registration renewal fees. You must pay the surcharge or redeem a pre-paid voucher.  After deducting Oregon DMV’s administrative costs, Oregon Department of Transportation will deposit net proceeds from the surcharge into OSU’s account. The funds generated directly benefit Oregon State Athletics.  “Your support will help maintain competitive success and scholastic excellence to not only support the holistic development of our student-athletes, but also bring joy to Beaver Nation,” said Director of University Marketing Carson Dunlap.  OSU completed pre-sales of more than 3,000 vouchers to make the plate eligible for implementation. The license plate design was approved by ODOT in consultation with OSU, Oregon State Police and testing by the Washington State Tolling Division.  The Beaver plate joins DMV’s lineup of other specialty registration plates, including Crater Lake, Cultural Trust, Gray Whale, Oregon Ducks, Pacific Wonderland, Pollinator Paradise, Salmon, Smokey Bear, Trail Blazers, Watch for Wildlife and Wine Country.  How to apply:  The Beaver license plate will be available through Oregon DMV either by mail, at DMV locations or through a licensed dealer. While you can apply for a Beaver plate at DMV2U for renewal or as a stand-alone replacement plate, you cannot redeem a pre-paid voucher online – you must apply at a DMV office or mail the transaction to DMV headquarters. DMV staff will verify the paper voucher with the voucher number entered.  Learn more about Oregon license plates on DMV’s website.