Portland State President Wim Wiewel declared Portland State a sanctuary campus on Nov. 18, 2016, committing to refuse enforcement of federal immigration laws. Since then, many have been left wondering…
PSU to decide on tuition increase in April
On Jan. 26 Portland State Finance and Administration met with the Board of Trustees to further discuss PSU’s budget challenges and decide if a raise in student tuition was absolutely…
Portland State budget shortfall: tuition increase likely
On Jan. 26, the Portland State Finance and Administration Committee will meet again with the Board of Trustees to discuss PSU finances, a necessary increase in student tuition, and cuts…
PSU begins ‘Four Years Free’ program to help students pay for college
In October, Portland State announced its new “Four Years Free” program, allowing Oregon residents who meet certain requirements to attend PSU tuition free after state and federal grants are applied….
Portland State declared a sanctuary campus for undocumented students
“We declare that Portland State University is a sanctuary campus dedicated to the principles of equity, diversity and safety,” announced Portland State President Wim Wiewel in an email to the…
Student Fees Committee reviews budget appeals
According to the Associated Students of Portland State’s website, the Student Fee Committee is “responsible for recommending the allocation of the Student Fee to the ASPSU Student Government, University President,…
Student Fee Committee meets with Wim Wiewel
The Student Fee Committee is likely to request an $18-per-term increase (8.1 percent) to the Student Incidental Fee, which was $221 for the fall term at 12 credits, due to…
Wiewel’s declaration of PSU sanctuary campus status
On Nov. 18, Portland State President Wim Wiewel addressed mounting concerns over campus immigration policies by stating that PSU would become a “sanctuary campus.” The full letter can be read…
UAC campaigns for student involvement in administrative committees
On Oct. 24, the University Affairs Committee met to discuss possible strategies to increase student engagement in student committees and to plan its upcoming public forum. UAC Chair Braedon Lehman…
Academic Affairs Committee approves goals for the term
Portland State University and the student government, the Associated Students of PSU, have many committees and boards that are solely operated by the students of the university. The Academic Affairs…
Trustees hear from students at special session
The Portland State Board of Trustees held a special two-hour meeting on Wednesday, May 25, as a space for students and board members to discuss issues such as mandatory health…