Online classes, whether at Portland State or elsewhere, carry the allure of convenience. Outside of the classroom, students can kick back after a long day, a plate of warm homemade cookies at their side, and listen to a biology lecture. Here’s a little information about how the how process works.
White tents stretched across the Park Blocks this Saturday, filling the space between Shattuck Hall and the Millar Library with a multitude of sights, scents and sounds from Iran. On a brightly decorated stage, commendations were given to recognize commitment and dedication to the local Persian community. Among those recognized were Multnomah County Commissioner Deborah Kafoury and Reed professor of political science Dr. Darius Rejali. “This is my first time at the festival,” said Kafoury, whose parents served in the Peace Corps in Iran. “It’s great to see such joy and tenderness here.”