The Fourth of July is fast approaching. This means American flags galore, fireworks, barbecues, outdoor sports, beaches, binge-drinking and poor decision making all in the name of patriotism—at least if…
Summer events for under-agers
Not everything in PDX revolves around beer. If you’re under 21 and don’t want to spend your entire summer at the kiddie pool, check out some of these events. Mississippi…
When it’s hot as balls…
Instead of helping us start off the summer with tan lines and lakeside margaritas, Oregon has graced us with a sky full of clouds, wholly disregarding Portland Staters’ vitamin D…
USA! USA! US Meh.
Let’s be honest, for many of us the Fourth of July is no longer a celebration of the independence of this country. The Fourth of July is about getting drunk….
Top 5 parks to host your next summer BBQ
1. Laurelhurst Park Blocks away from Electric Castle’s Wunderland and sports bars is Laurelhurst Park, located in the popular Belmont District. You can enjoy the view of a mini lake,…
More reading?! Five inspirational post-grad books worth the effort
Congratulations! You’re done! You’ve accomplished something. Now comes the daunting task of figuring out what comes next. Maybe you already have your dream job lined up; maybe you’re going to…
Reflection from a graduate
There is a very brief amount of time – differing from one person to another – before a remembrance of the past becomes a commentary on the present. My memory…
Welcome to the Graduation Guide 2016
It’s hard to believe spring term is almost over. For many of Portland State’s students, this is the end of the road. After years of late nights into early mornings…
I reads with you
Studying for finals is stressful and time consuming. Why not make it more enjoyable with this crop of instrumental albums? They’ll keep you from getting too bogged down with statistics…
The year in review
Another academic year is coming to a close. Maybe you’ve been too wrapped up with your nose in your textbooks to pay attention to what’s been happening around campus. Don’t…
The grad’s guide to student loan repayment
You’re graduating! Congratulations. Well done. Bravo. Good on ya. If you borrowed money for college through a federal student loan, you are required to begin repayment of the loan 90…