Portland State’s Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies presented its 11th annual WGSS Student Research Colloquium on April 7, 2017. The theme of this year’s day-long, free-to-the-public event was “From Margin to…
May Day Coalition dissects American laborers colonial roots
The Portland May Day Coalition and Marilyn Buck Abolitionist Collective have joined together for a series of discussions about Settlers, a novel by J. Sakai. Written by activists, the book…
PDX downtown happy hour guide
I hate Portland. Finding a decent brunch spot is nearly impossible, you can’t walk anywhere, and there’s just not enough coffee in this town of stumps. On top of that, being…
‘Take Back the Night’ catalyzes consent culture
On Thursday, April 13, the Women’s Resource Center at Portland State is hosting“Take Back The Night”, which, according to the WRC, “brings awareness to issues of sexual violence in our…
Off campus events calendar: April 11–17
Featured Event MUSIC 11th Annual Billie Holiday Tribute Night Saturday, April 15, 7 p.m. Alberta Rose Theatre $15, all ages Over a dozen musicians across genres pay homage to Lady…
On campus events calendar: April 11–17
FEATURED EVENT KEYNOTE Feminista Jones Thursday, April 13, 5-9 p.m. Smith Ballroom (SMSU 334) Free, all ages The social worker, author and award-winning blogger speaks at PSU’s 18th annual Take Back the…
Events calendar: April 4–10
FEATURED EVENT MUSIC Vanessa Carlton Saturday, April 8, 9 p.m. Doug Fir Lounge $25–27, 21+ Joanne the Scammer’s favorite pianist/songstress tours in support of her live albums, Earlier Things Live and Liberman Live….
When survivors become heroes
Editor’s Note: This article discusses a survivor’s account of sexual assault and violence that may be triggering to some readers. Portland State’s Women’s Resource Center provides support and information for members of the…
Events calendar: March 28–April 3
FEATURED EVENT SYMPHONY Game of Thrones Concert Experience Sunday, April 2, 8 p.m. MODA Center $39–165, all ages The hit HBO series’ musical composer, Ramin Djawadi, conducts a live orchestra and choir…
Event Calendar: March 21–27
Featured Event Xiu Xiu, Force Publique, Mattress Wednesday, March 22 8:30 p.m. Holocene $13–15, 21+ Xiu Xiu is somewhat ironically notable for their ever-changing, sometimes wildly experimental sound, which can…
Ways to spend spring break in Portland
You may be bummed if you have to stay around campus for spring break instead of going on vacation or visiting home, but there are actually a lot of things…