Not everyone wants to think about grad school. If it wasn’t in your school career plan from the get-go, following up school with, well, more school might not sound like the most…
Guide to paying off student loans
While graduation is typically a happy occasion for many college seniors, the joy soon fades as the task of looking for a job becomes imminent and finding ways to pay…
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…
Cap and gown? More like crap and frown.
With the end of the school year rapidly approaching, many students from Portland State’s class of 2017 are planning their exit strategies. Perhaps the most obvious step is graduation, a…
Services and advice to jump-start your career
If you are graduating this year, you are probably about to embark on the next phase of life as a professional in a new career. Portland State’s office of Advising…
Grad gift ideas from broke folks
Graduation presents generally aren’t obligatory among fellow grads, but they can be a nice gesture between friends celebrating their success. And yes, they are possible if you’re lacking in funds…
Outside the US, higher education doesn’t always mean higher tuition
The cost of higher education is a constant topic of conversation across the United States. Debates over rising tuition are happening at universities from coast to coast, making it seem…
Networking with the Alumni Association
New graduates can now benefit from Portland State by utilizing connections and resources exclusive to alumni. The PSU Alumni Association is a nonprofit association housed in the historic Simon Benson…
Dealing with uncertainty
While finishing a school year or graduating college is something to be proud of, it’s not uncommon to experience doubt or fear of what’s to come. You might be thinking:…
Cheap, fancy dates
The great Ron Swanson once said, “Never half-ass two things; whole-ass one thing.” Clearly, Swanson was referring to date night with this gem of a quote. Believe me when I…
It’s the vegan weekend, baby
It’s late. You’re drunk. You’re vegan. Here’s some of the best vegan-friendly bar stops you should know about! Less harm, less guilt. More yum, more fun. $ —Each item is…