Ah, yes, the time of year has come for that annual holiday party! But no matter how good the food is, it doesn’t make up for the fact that you…
Inclusivity reigns with opening of two new cultural centers
On Nov. 2, Portland State celebrated the grand opening of two new Cultural Resource Centers: the Pan-African Commons and the Pacific Islander, Asian & Asian American Student Center. Hosted in…
Working writers discuss realities of the writing life
Writing is a great escape from the normal grind of life, but that doesn’t mean the task can’t seem overwhelming. For aspiring writers interested in pursuing their dreams, conversations with…
Faculty and alumni share life stories at PDXTalks
Stories of connection and perseverance filled Lincoln Hall on Oct. 13 for Portland State of Mind’s PDXTalks event. Five diverse speakers of various backgrounds stood before a full crowd, talking…
Students direct professional actors following PlayWrite workshop
Creativity took the stage on Oct. 5 as five students presented their own one-act plays written over the course of a 10-day playwriting workshop. Hosted at the Native American Student…
Perseverance wins out for alumnus Raymond Cheung
Alumnus Raymond Cheung captivated Portland State students and the general public in an insightful speech about hard work and the American dream on Sept. 30. An international accountant and semi-professional…
Campus Pride Index lists PSU as ‘Best of the Best’
An inclusive campus atmosphere is integral to welcoming and encouraging Portland State’s diverse population. New D2L modules like “Creating a Safe Campus: Preventing Gender Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct and…
Lincoln Hall performances celebrate Korean and Chinese traditions
The Institute for Asian Studies is starting off the fall term with a bang, hosting two traditional events reaching thousands of years into the cultural past of Korea and China….
Embrace the new student blues with PSU music
It’s always a little scary to be the new kid somewhere—especially at one of the biggest universities in Oregon. New professors, new people and a new living space can really…
Get your music on with these Portland summer festivals
The expectations to have an amazing summer are always daunting. And if you’re an Oregonian, traveling to Portland and going on a grand adventure or attending one of the many…
Catch the fireworks view that works best for you
Fourth of July is quickly approaching, and in its mist lies the expectation for outstanding fireworks that spark romance and excitement. However, one must first decide where to watch the…