Oregon became the fourth state to decriminalize homosexuality after revised Sodomy Laws took effect on Jan. 1, 1972. Sodomy laws still exist all across the United States, and these laws…
DJ Salinger Weekly Playlist: The Baby Maker
*Originally published on Feb. 13, 2018 In honor of the Love and Sex Guide, this week’s playlist was inspired by Lovage’s Music to Make Love to Your Old Lady By,…
Chocolate, diamonds and modern day slavery
With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, many of us are looking for the perfect gift for our loved ones. We will soon navigate the familiar barrage of self-deprecating memes and…
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A look back at Vanguard’s 25 most read stories of 2017
It’s been a tumultuous year in general, so it might come as little surprise Portland State Vanguard’s most popular stories dealt with a rise in right-wing extremist activity. Whether it’s neo…
How to Handle the Holidays When You Don’t Believe in God
I was a Christian for 20 years before I lost my faith in God and spent the next decade-ish reconstructing a new version of spiritual identity. I now identify somewhere…
The holidays are rough, but you’re not alone
I’m not ashamed to admit it: I hate the holidays. While my reasons are personal, I believe they’re important to share. If the holidays are hard for you too, know…
On-Campus Events Calendar: Dec. 19-25
FEATURED EVENT DANCE Sultanov Russian Ballet Academy Saturday, Dec. 23, 1 & 5 p.m. Lincoln Performance Hall $25, all ages The Sultanov Russian Ballet Academy is a pair of Beaverton…
Off-Campus Events Calendar: Dec. 19-25
FEATURED EVENT DANCE Frogz Dec. 19–Jan. 7 Imago Theatre $18–38, all ages Imago Theatre is both a venue and an independent theater company. Frogz debuted in 2000 to international acclaim, and…
How to resolve
The real problem with New Year’s Resolutions is their singularity: We make them on New Year’s Eve, we break them on New Year’s Day, we forget about them for another…
On-Campus Events Calendar: Dec. 12-18
FEATURED EVENT HOLIDAY BENEFIT Christmas at the Old Church Dec 13–19, 7:30 p.m. The Old Church $23–50, all ages Pianist Michael Allen Harrison, vocalist Julianne Johnson and other musical guests…