As we transition from fall to winter, snow has already hit Seattle, and colder than average weather is predicted for the Pacific Northwest throughout the 2017–18 winter. We expect to…
Off-Campus Events Calendar: Dec. 5-11
FEATURED EVENT FILM Tokyo Godfathers (2003) Dec. 8–12 (no screening Dec. 10) Clinton Street Theater $8, all ages Not clear if KBOO is sponsoring the sub or the dub of…
A sanctuary campus must abolish houselessness
Being a sanctuary campus does not mean merely washing hands of direct involvement in Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity. It means providing a safe space for everyone in the community…
Food justice and the case for mutual aid
The holidays are just around the corner, and with them turkeys, tofurkeys, and hopefully genuine appreciation of one another. In times of acute need, when intervention by the state is…
On-Campus Events Calendar: Nov. 28–Dec. 4
FEATURED EVENT OPERA Cinderella December 1, 2, 8, 9 at 7:30 p.m. December 3, 10 at 3 p.m. Lincoln Studio Theater (115) $15-30, all ages PSU Opera presents 19th-century singer…
Off-Campus Events Calendar: Nov. 28–Dec. 4
FEATURED EVENT ROCK Claire Nelson, Damian Driscoll, Steve Johnson and the Forgotten Souls, Nails Hide Metal 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3 Ash Street Saloon $5, 21+ UPDATE: According to Ash…
The gift of giving back: volunteer opportunities for the holiday season
Holiday consumerism got you down? Want to give back? You’re not alone. Every year, people around the city work together to help out those less fortunate while charitable organizations ramp…
Portland Ballet Joins PSU Orchestra for Thanksgiving Weekend
Hopefully you’re all planning a nice Thanksgiving holiday weekend, whether you’re spending time with your family (biological or otherwise), having Friendsgiving or taking advantage of your extra days off to catch…
Looking good and feeling good this fall
With leaves falling, pumpkin spice lattes steaming, and holiday tunes playing harmoniously in every mall and convenience store in the city, fall is the most wonderful time of year. However,…
First Nations and Thanksgiving: Struggling to give thanks
Despite having many fond memories of celebrating a holiday centered around gratitude and togetherness, Thanksgiving no longer has the same charm of my childhood. Growing up, we learned about Native…
A friendsgiving cooking guide
Maybe you’re not returning home. Maybe you’ve managed to score a seat at your friend’s house. Or maybe you’re graced with a decent sized dining room. It’s Friendsgiving. The best…