The Portland State Faculty Senate confirmed their support of the proposed resolution against arming Campus Public Safety Officers. The Faculty Senate debated the issue during their meeting yesterday, Dec. 1,…
ASPSU senate meeting discusses public safety
The Associated Students of Portland State University met last Monday for a senate meeting that included a presentation on the possibility of the university transitioning to a sworn and armed…
Portland State community discusses deputization at safety forum
Officials from the administration and Campus Public Safety Office held an open forum on Oct. 7 to make a presentation on campus safety and gather input from members of the…
Low student turnout for Coffee with the Chief
Portland State Campus Public Safety Chief Phillip Zerzan is available for informal meetings with students, faculty or staff through the Coffee With The Chief series. The series is held every…
A call for arms
The new governing body of Portland State, the Board of Trustees, will vote on the addition of a sworn campus police force on Dec. 11. In preparation of the vote…
University seeks input on campus safety
Portland State is hosting a safety forum on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 9 a.m. in the Ballroom of Smith Memorial Student Union. Scott Gallagher, the director of communications for PSU,…
On the beat
When Campus Public Safety Officer Peter Ward is on a shift patrolling Portland State’s campus, he tries to greet everyone he meets with a smile and a hello. This was…
Portland Fire Bureau responds to mistaken alarm at Ondine
Six fire engines arrived at Ondine Residence Hall shortly before 5 p.m. on Dec. 30, responding to reports of smoke. Upon arrival, however, firefighters determined that no fire had occurred….
Campus Lighting Overhaul is Cheaper and Brighter
Chief of Campus Public Safety Phil Zerzan first noticed it on his way to work one fall term morning—Portland State’s campus was brighter. “I get to campus when it’s still…
Are You Afraid of the Park?
The Southwest Park Blocks run right up the middle of Portland State’s campus, making them an essential thoroughfare as well as a place for events, relaxing between class and studying….
CPSO Updates Timely Warning System
The Portland State Campus Public Safety Office has updated the timely warning system. The PSU community will now receive timely warnings within 45 minutes thanks to a new alert system…