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Portland State University is a vibrant hub for around 30,000 students pursuing both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Nestled in Portland, Oregon—renowned as one of the best places to live in the U.S.—the University offers a unique educational experience that blends rigorous academics with hands-on learning opportunities through internships and community projects. Its 49-acre campus in the heart of downtown showcases a dedication to sustainability, featuring eco-friendly buildings. Many of the 213 available degrees, including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, weave sustainability into their curriculums. PSU's guiding principle, "Let Knowledge Serve the City," drives the impactful teaching and research of its distinguished faculty, whose influence reaches around the world.

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Oregon Senate votes unanimously to designate PSU Oregon’s Urban Research University | Portland State University

1 month ago | pdx.edu

Portland State University students, staff, faculty, alumni and supporters raised their hands in quiet celebration at the Oregon State Capitol Thursday morning as Senators voted unanimously to officially designate PSU as Oregon’s urban research university. The bill, HB 2556, underscores the unique role...
World Premiere of PSU Alumna’s Award-Winning Play, “The Storyteller,” Opens in Portland

2 months ago | pdx.edu | KJ Fields

Small moments, unnoticed by most, can change a life. This concept is a common theme in playwright Sara Jean Accuardi’s (’06) work. Her latest award-winning play, “The Storyteller,” is no exception. The play’s premise came to Accuardi as she walked along the Portland waterfront near decrepit houseboats in the heart of the beautiful city. “I saw two different societies – together but totally separate – and I like giving a voice to things most people overlook,” Accuardi says.
Innovation and Community Blossom in Propel PSU’s New Location

2 months ago | pdx.edu | Lauren Valenti

The department that oversees Portland State’s pipeline to innovation, Propel PSU, has relocated to a new campus location, bringing its four programs together into a single, integrated space. The move creates a dedicated hub for entrepreneurship and innovation at PSU, better serving students, faculty, community members and business owners alike. It’s also part of the collective effort at PSU to drive Portland's economic, social and cultural resurgence.
Where Art Meets Activism

Oct 21, 2024 | pdx.edu | Karen Stein

Portland State University professor Darrell Grant always knew he wanted to be a musician. Since childhood, steeped in the language of the piano, he studied classical music and jazz and played in school ensembles and a professional performing group. After earning his undergraduate degree at Eastman School of Music and a master’s in jazz studies from the University of Miami, he moved to New York to become a jazz musician.
Willamette Week Highlights Littman + White Galleries in Best of Portland 2024

Jul 25, 2024 | pdx.edu | Ian Wallace

On July 24, Willamette Week featured Portland State University’s Littman + White Galleries in their Best of Portland 2024 issue under the “Best Things to Do and See” category. The Littman + White Galleries are student-run exhibition spaces located in PSU’s Smith Memorial Student Union. Gallery curators focus on empowering marginalized voices and perspectives through thought-provoking shows from local, regional, and national artists.
Grammy winner esperanza spalding receives honorary doctorate at PSU College of the Arts commencement

Jul 1, 2024 | pdx.edu | Rebecca Olson |Karen Stein

Portland State University’s College of the Arts recognized jazz artist, community builder and alumna esperanza spalding with an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters at its 2024 commencement ceremony Friday, June 14, in acknowledgment of her contributions to the arts. In her address to the graduates, spalding began with a song, calling upon students to embrace the agency that each person has in shaping their own life and the future of their environment and community.
The Portland State Vanguard Makes News of Their Own for Protest Coverage

Jun 11, 2024 | pdx.edu | Ian Wallace

Vanguard staff are interviewed in local, national, and international news outlets. The Portland State Vanguard’s timely, relevant, and thought-provoking coverage of the recent Millar Library protest has garnered attention from local, national, and international news organizations. Vanguard staff have been interviewed about the protest and their work by The Daily Beast, OPB’s Think Out Loud program, CNN International, the Reuters Institute, Willamette Week, and KOIN.
Portland State Vanguard Wins 26 Awards At ONPA Statewide College Media Contest

Apr 25, 2024 | pdx.edu | Ian Wallace

On April 19, the Portland State Vanguard was honored with 26 awards at the 2024 Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association Collegiate Newspaper Contest, including first place in the General Excellence category. Awards are given for a variety of published content, including writing, design, and photography, based on multiple evaluation criteria including news value, writing quality, originality, imagination, composition, and impact.
2024 PSU Research Award Winners Announced

Apr 22, 2024 | pdx.edu | Molly Kramer

Today, Portland State University announced its 2024 awards for excellence in research, mentoring, and research administration. PSU’s Research Awards acknowledge faculty who exhibit exceptional research, scholarship, creativity, and commitment to the success of PSU students, and recognize one research administrator who makes an outstanding contribution to the production of research at the university.
PSU Honors Winners of the 2024 Student Employment Awards

Apr 22, 2024 | pdx.edu | Ian Wallace

On Friday, April 19, the winners of the 2024 PSU Student Employment Awards were announced during the annual Student Employment Celebration in the Smith Memorial Student Union Ballroom. The program included lunch provided by PSU Eats, a welcome address from Greg Flores, Director of University Career Services, and the conferral of awards from emcees Michele Toppe, Vice Provost for Student Affairs, and Yousif Ibrahim, ASPSU President.