Although Portland is gorgeous and unique in a variety of ways, it seems to be the city that always sleeps. By 9 p.m. the streets are completely empty, businesses are…
Meet the candidates
President Brent Finkbeiner I’m running for ASPSU president because I’m dedicated to helping students succeed. I think it’s time to find new solutions to age old problems on how our…
Thai pop stars grace new year event
On Friday, April 14, the Thai Student Organization presented a culture show for Thai New Year at Portland State University. The holiday is celebrated from April 13–15 every year. Students,…
Jewish students observe first Passover Seder event after difficult year
Portland State’s Jewish Student Union organized its first Passover Seder on April 11. Event organizers said they were motivated to host the event after what they described was a difficult year…
Cannabis close to campus
If you’re 21 or over, a weed enthusiast, and new to the area of Portland State—whether as a student, faculty, or resident—chances are you’re looking for a kick-ass dispensary or…
ASPSU presidential and vice presidential candidates debate?
Associated Students of Portland State University hosted its annual public presidential and vice presidential debate on Tuesday, April 11. The debate began at noon inside Smith Memorial Student Union and more…
Cannabis use helped him graduate
Marijuana has been legalized in 28 states for either medicinal or recreational purposes. Portland, being a major city in a state that has legalized cannabis, attracts people both nationally and…
Do you know what you’re paying for?
As the Spring Quarter begins at Portland State, approximately 28,000 students search for creative means of financing their education and covering the expenses of another tuition bill. Every quarter, students…
Know your vote: Meet your candidates for ASPSU executive roles
Accountability, accessibility and affordability are the primary goals of Brent Finkbeiner in his run for president of Associated Students of Portland State University. “Accountability starts with us, we’re the…
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…
‘Wall’ at Vancouver pro-Trump rally keeps out protesters
On April 2, the “Rally for Trump and Freedom” in Vancouver, Washington happened relatively smoothly despite approximately one hundred protesters who attempted, unsuccessfully, to rush the barrier set up around the event at Esther…