If there’s something we all can agree on, it’s that 2016 was one hell of a tumultuous year. But all is not lost; apathy and cynicism might dull the pain,…
This week around the world Dec. 15-22
Dec. 15 South China Sea A Chinese naval vessel picked up an underwater drone operated by the United States leading to a diplomatic standoff and speculation that the action was…
South Korea’s leadership crisis leads to uncertain future
If current U.S. presidential politics are considered a clown show, then the recent events surrounding the scandal-ridden administration of South Korea’s President Park Geun-hye qualify as a full-blown three-ring-circus. The…
PSU begins ‘Four Years Free’ program to help students pay for college
In October, Portland State announced its new “Four Years Free” program, allowing Oregon residents who meet certain requirements to attend PSU tuition free after state and federal grants are applied….
Board of Trustees discusses campus safety, food insecurity and mental health
Portland State Board of Trustees met to discuss the state of the university on Dec. 1. During the three-plus hour meeting student government, faculty, trustees and university President Wim Wiewel…
Snowfall shuts down campus during finals
On Thursday, Dec. 8, snowfall and ice forced Portland State to close at 2 p.m. for the day during finals. PSU’s alert system was used to inform students and staff…
This week around the world Dec. 6–12
Dec. 7 Philippines Philippine President Duterte found himself again in the spotlight after a spirited defense of several police officers suspected of killing a mayor with alleged ties to illegal…
Two students robbed at gunpoint on campus Sunday and Monday evenings
Portland State’s Office of Campus Public Safety released the following statement at 12:30 a.m. on Dec. 6: “Two incidents of students robbed at gunpoint on the PSU campus have been…
Students concerned about future of transgender healthcare
Portland State’s Student Health and Counseling department not only provides health insurance to thousands of students, but also offers some of the best transgender care in the nation. The services…
Iranian students find common ground on campus: A Q&A with ISAP student leader
The Iranian Student Association of Portland is self-described as a “non-political, non-religious, non-profit organization” whose mission is “[to provide] support for new and continuing Iranian students at Portland State, to…
PSU student among those arrested at recent anti-Trump protests
Two weeks in and it’s already ancient news that 120 people, including several Portland State students, were arrested during a demonstration in downtown Portland on Nov. 12. The myriad of…