Two bills recently went in front of the Oregon House Higher Education Committee that have the ability to allow or prohibit the right to carry a concealed firearm on college campuses in Oregon.
PSU Cleantech Challenge aims to inspire a greener environment
Have you dreamed of starting an innovative, environmentally friendly business? With the Portland State Cleantech Challenge, you can do just that. The challenge is offering $50,000 in cash prizes for students who come up with an idea that will benefit the environment.
Class profile: ‘Introduction to Girls’ Studies’
Most students are familiar with women’s studies as an academic discipline, but what about girls’ studies? Sarah Dougher, an assistant professor of women’s studies, is currently teaching a course titled “Introduction to Girls’ Studies,” the first of its kind here at Portland State.
Korean students respond to N. Korea’s threats
Over the past few weeks news outlets have been flooded with dire reports of brewing conflict between North and South Korea. Kim Jong-un, the supreme leader of North Korea, has threatened South Korea repeatedly as North Korea seemingly prepares for a missile launch. But are South Koreans actually concerned about the threats, or have they grown so used to them that they’ve learned to ignore them?
ASPSU election to be held on time
After a heated debate over deadlines and procedural rules on Friday, Portland State’s student government elections almost didn’t happen this week as scheduled.
Around the world in one night
International Night at Portland State—the night we celebrate the rich and vibrant international community at PSU—is a celebration that seems to get bigger every year. This was the event’s 37th year.
Ooligan toasts Alive at the Center
It was a night of excitement and jubilation as authors, creators and bibliophiles gathered at the Literary Arts center in Southwest Portland. The audience overflowed the cozy book-filled room on Friday, sharing drinks, discussions, laughter and poetry.
Genocide Remembrance Day: an opportunity for reflection
On Wednesday, millions of Armenians around the world will observe Genocide Remembrance Day, which marks the 98th anniversary of what most consider the start of the Armenian Holocaust.
Events: Security a key concern
Last week’s tragic events in Boston—the bombing at the Boston Marathon and the deadly shooting of Massachusetts Institute of Technology campus police officer Sean Collier—left the country shaken and questioning a fundamental thing that sometimes gets taken for granted: safety.
Oregon students to rally in Salem
A group of Portland State students will travel to Salem on Thursday, April 25, to join a larger rally against student debt on the steps of the Oregon Capitol.
Legislature considers establishment of university boards
New legislation in Salem could have a significant impact on the way universities are run in Oregon. Senate Bill 270 and House Bill 2149 both address the establishment of institutional boards at the state’s public universities. If passed, this legislation would see a board of directors created at both Portland State and the University of Oregon, allowing many decisions to be made at a university level.