We are a country of immigrants. The Statue of Liberty, a prolific symbol of our nation says that we welcome “your huddled masses yearning to breathe free.” We say, “Send…
‘Undocumented, unafraid’
Portland rallies against DACA repeal plans Over 1,000 people gathered in downtown Portland on Tuesday, Sept. 5 to rally in support of the Deferred Action of Childhood Arrivals program and…
Trump announces DACA phaseout, PSU reaffirms sanctuary status
Trump administration ends Obama-era immigration policy The Trump administration will rescind the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, according to an announcement this morning from Attorney General Jeff Sessions at…
On-campus events calendar: Sept. 5–11
FEATURED EVENT FILM La La Land (2016) Friday, Sept. 8, 6:30 p.m. Director Park Free, all ages The visual love letter to Golden Era Hollywood musicals, a.k.a. the other film…
DACA: Know your rights
On Thursday, April 6, Student Legal Services gave a presentation titled “DACA: Know Your Rights,” aimed at providing insight for immigrants and anyone with questions about how to engage with…
Portland State declared a sanctuary campus for undocumented students
“We declare that Portland State University is a sanctuary campus dedicated to the principles of equity, diversity and safety,” announced Portland State President Wim Wiewel in an email to the…
Wiewel’s declaration of PSU sanctuary campus status
On Nov. 18, Portland State President Wim Wiewel addressed mounting concerns over campus immigration policies by stating that PSU would become a “sanctuary campus.” The full letter can be read…