Congrats! You made it to the big—er, still relatively small—city! Of course, if you’re a college student, cities are the place to be. Back in July, Citylab reporter Eric Jaffe…
Save money, cook for yourself
Add up your monthly food bill. If you eat out, you are probably spending between $6 and $15 a meal, three times a day. This is a huge expense, and…
The most annoying people you will meet on campus
10. The Lumberer: The person who takes up the whole sidewalk and walks slowly You’re two minutes away from being late to class, the streetcar is coming up the other…
The best areas to rent in Portland
So you’re moving to Portland for college? You’re going to need to find a place to rest your head at night; and while dorms are a viable option, they’re not…
Not your average PSU course list
If you’re new to Portland State, you may still be looking for a few classes to take. You might need some time to fill, you might need a class that…
Important dates in the 2014–15 academic year
Right click the information graphic to see a definitive list of vital dates for registration deadlines, finals, grades, etc.
Student groups you never knew existed
Portland State is an enormous university with a massive student body of diversified interests. Fortunately, there are student groups and clubs for nearly every shade of fascination. Some groups are…
The best deals to take advantage of with your student ID
As a Portland State student, there are plenty of perks beyond an excellent education. There are many local businesses, as well as major corporations, that offer discounts to those with…
Staying safe on campus
Campus public safety The Portland State campus has its own branch of law enforcement authority, the Campus Public Safety Office. These officers have “stop and frisk” and “probable cause arrest”…