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…
On-campus study spots
Sometimes studying at home just doesn’t cut it. Maybe you need some sunshine, or maybe your roommate is practicing his drums and you need to get the hell out of…
Don’t be a statistic: campus crime quantified
Every week the Campus Public Safety Office releases the previous week’s crime reports so students can stay informed on recent campus crime activity. Below you will find a campus crime…
A smorgasbord of student services
Admissions Visit admissions with any questions about becoming a PSU student and how/when to apply. Financial Aid Financial aid supports students with their questions regarding scholarships, work study, and federal…
Vanguard heat advisory: how to beat the heat
Beating the heat becomes increasingly important as summer turns into extra-summer. The warmth starts to take its toll and incidents of heat fatigue and heat stroke increase. In order to…
U-Pickathon 2017
It’s harvest season and U-pick farms are now open to the public. People can visit local farms and pick fresh vegetables, fruits and flowers. Some farms hold festivals, concerts and…
Your guide to Portland LGBTQ+ Pride Weekend 2017
Portland Pride What a time to be queer and alive. Even though we had a pretty awesome almost-decade-long streak of federally recognized LGBTQ+ Pride Months, hallmarks of that era are…
More affordable housing options for Portland students
Portland area college students will soon have access to more affordable housing in the Goose Hollow Towers of Southwest Portland thanks to College Housing Northwest, a local nonprofit housing developer….
PSU senior music recitals and art exhibitions guide
With the term ending, there are too many recital concerts and art exhibitions on Portland State campus to fit them all into the events calendar, so we are giving them…
Student ID hacks
It’s hard being a college student. You have to go to class, maintain a social life, and somehow figure out how to pay your bills too. Thankfully, there are a…
Cheap, fancy dates
The great Ron Swanson once said, “Never half-ass two things; whole-ass one thing.” Clearly, Swanson was referring to date night with this gem of a quote. Believe me when I…