When someone says Halloween-themed animals, most people will think of the classics—cats, bats and rats. Also spiders, but that doesn’t rhyme. These animals are tied to the scary spaces, characters…
The ghost of PSU
Late one dreary, blustery October evening, I sat at my desk in Portland State Vanguard’s office typing away on my laptop. Deep in the depths of the Smith Memorial Student…
Witchcraft in the 21st century
What comes to mind when you hear the word witch? It might have been the age-old stereotypical image of an old woman wearing a toothless smile and a pointy…
Spooktacular pairings
With the crisp fall air and lengthening nights, we find ourselves in the ideal season for embracing the eerie. Halloween’s approach provides the perfect alibi for settling in with a…
Don’t let Halloween take over autumn
What the hell is spooky season? In recent years, Halloween has seemed to break out of its late October shell and gradually come to cast its shadow over the…
Fright Night at PSU
Horror, humor and sexuality culminate in this year’s Fright Night: A Halloween Circus at Portland State. Returning for its eleventh year, this event will feature 12 acts and 18 performers…
Community & Wellness Resources
Happening Soon Children’s Costume Swap SMSU 333 Oct. 19, 11 a.m. Free The Resource Center for Students with Children invites the PSU community to a children’s Halloween costume swap. Snacks,…
Community & Wellness Resources
Happening Soon ASL Club SMSU 258 Oct. 12, 3 p.m. Free for students ASL learners of all levels are invited—from beginners to fluent signers—to come together in person and…
Community and Wellness Resources
Happening Soon Student Media Open House Party SMSU sub-basement Sept. 28, 1 p.m. Free Learn how you can share your work and have your voice heard through opportunities in…
Community and Wellness Resources
Happening Soon PSU Perks ‘n Things Online Sept. 21, 12 p.m. Free Learn what’s covered in your student tuition and fees, including access to campus services and resources, and…
Community and Wellness Resources
Happening Soon Dig In: Establish a New Campus Garden! SMSU Gardens in the Park Blocks Sept. 22, 11:00 a.m. Free Beginning of a series of events establishing a new…