Community & Wellness Resources

Updated weekly

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Summer Research Experiences 

Nov. 20, 12:30 pm

SMSU 296/8

Free for students

Learn more about NSF-funded REU programs. This event is aimed at undergraduates from all disciplines interested in research.

 

Scholarship Workshop

Nov. 20, 2:30 p.m.

Women’s Resource Center

Free for students

Topics include the financial stress of paying for higher ed, feelings of tokenization and the different barriers and challenges students may face when applying to scholarships

 

Bowling Night with SAPS

Nov. 20, 4 p.m.

Viking Gameroom

Free for students

Join the Student Association of Political Science for free popcorn and drinks as they bowl

 

3v3 Basketball Tournament

Nov. 20, 7 p.m.

PSU Rec., Courts 1–2

Free for students

Get ready for the winter basketball league by playing in this 3v3 basketball tournament. Register as a team or free agent by Nov. 20.

 

Russian Tea

Nov. 21, 4 p.m.

FMH 334

Free for students

Join the Russian Speaking Club cultural event and enjoy tea, candies and talks! Everyone is welcome.

 

Get Slimy With Las KDChi’s

Nov. 21, 4 p.m.

Parkway North—SMSU

Free for students

Kappa Delta Chi Sorority has the slime supplies, you bring the good vibes!

 

Resources

 

PSU Basic Needs Hub

SMSU Suite 435

Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Free for students

Helps students access resources such as funds, food, housing, employment, childcare and health support.

  

PSU Food Pantry 

1704 SW Broadway (temporary location)

Tues–Thur, 12–4 p.m.

Free for students 

Access to free groceries in a welcoming, equitable, trauma-informed way. Must be enrolled in at least one credit for summer or fall.

 

SMART Recovery Meetings 

University Center Building 340 E

Times vary

Free

In peer recovery, students with shared experiences connect to reduce stigma and build a campus recovery community.

 

SHAC Weekly Online Parent Support Group

Online

Thursdays 11 a.m.

Free

Come together as parents in a relaxed setting to support each other, share ideas, collaborate and commiserate

 

Community Technology Space

730 SW 10th Ave. Suite 111 (entrance on SW 9th Ave.)

Mon–Fri, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Free

Multnomah County official cooling center with access to free technology, internet, limited books and events

 

Oregon Energy Fund

Varying Locations

Mon–Fri, hours vary

Free

Provides energy bill assistance to low-income Oregonians to support household stability

 

Wellness 

 

SHAC Mind Spa

UCB Suite 310

Mon–Fri (by appointment)

Free for students 

Solo space to experience biofeedback, light therapy, meditation, massages, relaxation and more. Must be enrolled in at least five credits for summer or fall.

 

Bipolar Student Connection

Coco Donuts

Tues, 12 p.m.

Free for students 

Casual meetup every Tuesday for the remainder of the fall term where you can bring homework and study! It’s a way to meet new people and chat.

 

Mindful Meanderings

Listen on Spotify 

Available 24/7

Free

PSU-produced podcast about being mindful while outside, practicing gratitude, finding joy and being in the moment

 

Telus Health Student Support

Download on App Store or Google Play

Available 24/7

Free

Connecting students with free, confidential mental health and wellbeing support

 

Workshop Wednesday Video Series

Watch on Youtube

Available 24/7

Free

PSU Campus Recreation Center staff videos about topics ranging from Leave No Trace and plant identification to hiking spots and land acknowledgments

 

BORP Online Fitness Studio

Watch on Zoom

Mon–Sat, hours vary 

Free

Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program’s (BORP) virtual exercise classes for people with physical disabilities