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Dr. Jan Haaken, a psychology professor emeritus at Portland State University, is dedicated to creating films that address complex social issues. Courtesy of Dr. Jan Haaken.

Documenting social issues through a feminist psychology lens

Among Dr. Jan Haaken’s many titles are clinical psychologist, documentary filmmaker, feminist and professor emeritus of psychology at Portland State. Her career began in the early ‘70s when social movements…

Hostile architecture, such as these rocks secured with cement, is designed to prevent individuals experiencing houselessness from using the space. However, it also affects everyone's ability to enjoy the green space. Credit: Alberto Alonso Pujazon Bogani/PSU Vanguard

A perspective on hostile architecture

When people hear hostile architecture, some will immediately think of it as an anti-houseless action which creates undesirable spaces for those seeking shelter on the streets. This is too narrow…

The PSU Vanguard is currently experiencing significant staff shortages across all departments of the newspaper because of a backlog of unprocessed contracts. This is happening as they strive to meet their weekly production deadlines. Credit: Alberto Alonso Pujazon Bogani/PSU Vanguard

CAPS understaffing causes problems for student organizations

Editor’s Note: Reaz Mahmood is the faculty advisor for Portland State Vanguard, and his opinions come from his experience. Student media and other student-run organizations at Portland State struggle to…

Student media is being adversely affected by a backlog of unprocessed contracts. This issue has resulted in staff burnout and has even led to some members quitting. Credit: Alberto Alonso Pujazon Bogani/PSU Vanguard

PSU does not care about student leaders

Student media is holding on by a thread as processing times for contracts lengthen, and the Portland State administration has ignored this longstanding and growing problem.   Students hoping to…

Community & Wellness Resources

Happening Soon   Inside Biden’s Cuba Policy SMSU 294 Nov. 13, 5:30 p.m. Free for students Cuban journalist and filmmaker Liz Oliva Fernández discusses Belly of the Beast documentaries which…

Students from all backgrounds came together in order to protest the inhumane treatment of the Palestinian people and call for a ceasefire. Credit: Alberto Alonso Pujazon Bogani/PSU Vanguard

On Taking Sides; Israel-Palestine

This article provides narratives from all sides—from Jews, Israelis and Palestinians. It is a collaborative effort by Portland State Vanguard to convey a fuller, more inclusive portrayal of the reality…

The SALP office is home base for most student-led organizations, many of whom are underfunded and understaffed, which leads to significant issues in the student organizations that add value to PSU's landscape.

PSU needs to reassess its priorities

Academic institutions like Portland State need to reassess their priorities if they want to continue claiming that they put their students first. Universities must compensate student organizations which actively work…