The Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission rejected Portland State University’s proposed 8.4 percent tuition increase in Salem on May 11. While HECC’s refusal counts as a win for students who…
Portlanders gather to speak out against AHCA
A crowd of peaceful protestors gathered at Chapman Park in downtown Portland on May 14 at around 4 p.m. in response to the American Health Care Act, which passed the…
Adjunct faculty fear for their jobs as budget woes increase
This spring, adjunct faculty members of the Portland State University Faculty Association began hearing that adjuncts were being let go from the Theater and Film Department. Adjuncts in other departments…
Students share experiences as women studying abroad
On May 5, Portland State’s Women’s Resource Center and the Education Abroad Office co-hosted a panel titled “Perspectives Abroad” that explored the experiences of being a woman and United States citizen…
All the science ladies
The Portland State Neuroscience Club hosted its “Women in Science” panel on May 5. The event’s three panelists were all women who work in different areas of science, technology, engineering…
PSU Softball drops last series of the season
The Portland State Vikings Softball team ended its season Saturday, May 6 with a 4–2 loss to the Sacramento State Hornets. Along with the defeat, the Vikings lost the series 2–1…
How palm oil destroys the planet
Look on the packaging of your food. Under ingredients you might find palm oil. It may seem harmless. In fact, you may never think about it again, but this mentality…
The importance of independent foreign films
The Film Southasia Festival, hosted by Portland State in April and May, showcased rare documentaries and nonfiction films from South Asia. The films brought forth ongoing social and political issues…
One starch to rule them all
As Sam Gamgee reminds us, potatoes are endlessly versatile. Boil ‘em. Mash ‘em. Stick ‘em in a stew. I always have a bag in my pantry. They can be used…
Bridgetown Post-Fest: Minority Retort
It was clear that everyone was having a good time at the Bridgetown showcase of Minority Retort. By chance I ended up with what feels like the perfect seat at…
This week around the world: May 6–12
May 6 Abuja, Nigeria Despite ongoing health issues, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari postponed a trip to London for medical treatment in order to welcome the return of 82 schoolgirls released…