Campus Public Safety closes Millar Library in anticipation of Occupy Portland

The Millar Library was closed minutes after 6 p.m., nearly 5 hours earlier than scheduled. One librarian, who declined to give his name, stated that they were advised to close early by a PSU Campus Public Safety officer, who cited concerns over the potential occupation of PSU by Occupy Portland protestors. Approximately 1,000 Occupy Portland protestors are currently holding a general assembly in Pioneer Square.

The Millar Library was closed minutes after 6 p.m., nearly 5 hours earlier than scheduled. One librarian, who declined to give his name, stated that they were advised to close early by a PSU Campus Public Safety officer, who cited concerns over the potential occupation of PSU by Occupy Portland protestors. Approximately 1,000 Occupy Portland protestors are currently holding a general assembly in Pioneer Square.

National news outlets and police agencies have stated concerns that the movement may change strategies and occupy the Portland State University campus after conflicts with police in downtown Portland early this morning saw them evicted from Lownsdale & Chapman square parks.