PDXTalks is an annual event that invites five Portland State faculty members and alumni to tell their stories and educate people about their work. This year’s program began at 9:00…
Oregon’s minimum wage debate heats up at town hall
The most recent entry into the ongoing Portland State Convenes event series—”Raising the Minimum Wage”—gave students, employees and business owners a chance to discuss the pros and cons of raising…
Huffington talks strategies for success
Arianna Huffington, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the Huffington Post, engaged with students and media members at a brief talk and Q-and-A session a few hours before her keynote speech at…
Strange but free places to hang out near campus
Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to kick back with a book or somewhere off the beaten path to check out over the course of a night on the…
CAT Barcamp talks Tetris, technology and Trimet
CAT Barcamp is an “unconference” that gives presenters a chance to talk about absolutely anything they want free of charge and with no prior notice. This year’s event–which was open…
Confucius Institute hosts paper-cutting workshop at Lan Su Chinese Garden
Chinese and American cultures mingled for traditional paper-cutting at the Lan Su Chinese Garden. Portland State’s Confucius Institute hosted a Chinese conversation circle where attendees crafted traditional Chinese paper ornaments,…
Outrigger Canoe Project introduces students to Marshallese culture
In collaboration with Living Islands and several other campus clubs and organizations, the Native American Student and Community Center invites the Portland State and Portland community to watch a traditional…
A Diamond Dog in the rough: A Metal Gear Solid V review
In Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, players assume the identity of Big Boss, a legendary soldier who—in the world of the game series—played an unprecedented role in shaping…
Rec Center opens expansion for fall term
Following three months of construction and renovation over the summer, the Portland State Rec Center is now opening its newly expanded facilities to students. The expansion project was budgeted at…
Korea Night gives PSU a taste of “Modern Seoul”
Korea Night 2015 showcased Korean culture across the ages with performances including an action-packed Taekwondo demonstration, two different fashion shows and live music that ranged from traditional Korean acoustic music…
International Night highlights diversity at PSU
International Night brought people from around the world to the first three floors of Smith Memorial Student Union. Attendees were treated to a multitude of educational booths run by international…