Spring is a joyous time in Portland. The world is waking up from a long winter—flowers are budding, birds are singing and the sun shines occasionally. Vernal beauty blooms all…
Invasive species surrounding us
Like mold in a house, once you notice it, you can’t ignore it. The feeling of seeing something which can cause problems—not only to the structure of your home, but…
Protesters blockade themselves inside the Millar Library
Following a large protest on campus at around 7 p.m. on Monday, April 29, individuals entered and barricaded themselves inside Portland State’s Millar Library. The protesters allege that a window…
Community & Wellness Resources
Happening Soon PSU VSA Food Drive SMSU Room 327 May. 6, 12 p.m. Free for Students A food drive collaboration for positive aging, collecting non-perishable and canned foods. …
Community & Wellness Resources
Happening Soon Live @ Lunch SMSU 101 Apr. 23, 12 p.m. Free for students Local, live music serving as lunchtime entertainment Under Armour Tour Under Armour Campus Apr….
Shame on you, Kotek
The quick passing of House Bill 4002 is an action by the Oregon legislation to recriminalize minor drug possession, and it is not only an attack on the vulnerable populations…
Portland street art—vandalism or creative expression?
The status of street art is a contentious issue. For some, it is not so much art as merely gratuitous graffiti. For others, it can be a source of civic…
Kotek signs bills rolling back drug decriminalization
Drug decriminalization finished its short-lived term in Oregon after Governor Tina Kotek signed two bills on Apr. 1. The first reclassifies minor drug possession as a misdemeanor crime while the…
Oregon campaign finance law limits campaign donations
House Bill 4024—a bill to limit campaign donations—passed through the Oregon State House of Representatives and Senate with bipartisan support and sailed right onto the Governor’s desk, where it was…
Community & Wellness Resources
Happening Soon Craft, Connect, Contribute: Volunteer Social & Open HouseWomen’s Resource CenterApril 17, 12 p.m.Free for studentsLearn more about the WRC and the various volunteer opportunities they offer …
Technologies safeguarding Portland’s bridges
Known for its scenic beauty and vibrant culture, Portland is also home to a network of bridges crucial for its transportation infrastructure. In light of recent bridge collapses such as…