Portland’s crime rates were in decline earlier this year, according to the Oregonian. Some people even move here because they hear that bike theft is one of the top-most crimes,…
Five tips for International Students
Portland State has made its mark upon collegiate-level international curriculum and diversity among the numerous educational facilities available along the West Coast. What makes our school so great is how…
Get a job, you hippie!
For many Portland State students, working is not a choice but a necessity. Others may not feel this same weight on their chests but may stress before each term waiting…
You and your student government
The Associated Students of Portland State Senate operates on a formal structure, and is an integral force in PSU politics. ASPSU consists of 16 senators, a president, vice president and…
Because the Financial Aid office is no fun
What it do newbies and oldies. The first semester of the academic year is approaching and that means there are some monetary challenges you need to get taken care of—money…
Housing: Thoughts from students
Portland State’s urban campus camouflages historic and modern buildings, disguised in the city landscape. PSU is not your typical college campus; a majority of the community is commuter students who…
Get help and get involved with university resources
Portland State loves to brag about the plethora of opportunities and activities offered by the school and the city. Being on an urban campus certainly has its advantages, and many…
Where the Hef is the beer?
So you’ve made your first trip to campus. You’ve done all the obligatory “welcome to campus” shit, and had a quick and dirty meal with the help of our own…
What the ¡UNST! is UNST?
So you’re new to campus, you’ve just registered for classes and you’ve already bought your textbooks? Good job so far! But what the heck is this University Studies thing you…
Study your pants off at the library
The Millar Library, located at 1875 SW Park Ave., is one of the largest buildings on campus and perhaps one of the most underutilized by new students. Besides renting books,…
So, whatcha whatcha whatcha want…to eat?!
Look at you—bright-faced, full-of-life newbie to the university campus lifestyle. Everything around you looks tantalizing and you want to try out all of your eating options, up until you remember…