As someone whose family lives 3,000 miles away in New Jersey, I often find myself wondering what to do on major holidays, and Thanksgiving is no exception. So I’ve compiled…
Pet safety on Halloween
Halloween is coming up soon, and while the majority of people like to celebrate with quirky costumes, fancy decorations and otherworldly treats, there are some who have more malicious intentions….
Dining evolves at PSU
Portland State’s Office of University Communications announced on Feb. 3, 2017 that Chartwells, a dining service that caters to universities owned by Compass Group, would take over PSU’s dining services…
The total newcomer’s guide to Portland
So, you’ve just moved out to the City of Roses and you’re wondering how to get settled here. I first moved to Portland from the New York City area in…
Student ID hacks
It’s hard being a college student. You have to go to class, maintain a social life, and somehow figure out how to pay your bills too. Thankfully, there are a…
Don’t be ‘that guy’
Concert season is about to begin and it’s time to brush up on the spoken and unspoken rules of concert etiquette. Here are 11 tips to avoid becoming “that guy”…
Video games for the closet agoraphobe
Hate going outside, but love nature and video games? Me too! When I look out and see Mt. Hood, I sometimes wish I were hiking it. However, as soon as that…
PSU adopts new religious accommodations policy
Portland State adopted a new policy for religious accommodations on Feb. 8, geared toward making students and staff feel more at home on campus in regard to their religious beliefs….
PSU adjuncts: the problem with being a part-time instructor
Portland State adjunct professors are experiencing a growing, nationwide issue of being undercompensated. They’re not given the same benefits as their tenured counterparts, and their pay is significantly less than…
PSU begins ‘Four Years Free’ program to help students pay for college
In October, Portland State announced its new “Four Years Free” program, allowing Oregon residents who meet certain requirements to attend PSU tuition free after state and federal grants are applied….