“What does ASPSU do?” When asked this seemingly straightforward question, students were somewhere between stumped and snarky. “Stuff…? What is this for, why are you asking,” one student replied. “What…
Proposal to increase student worker wage to $15 on ballot
Proposal Text Title: Recommend that the PSU Board of Trustees increase the minimum wage for all PSU campus workers to $15 per hour. Be it resolved that the ASPSU Student…
ASPSU Debate highlights
Senate Highlights “You actually have to talk to people,” Luis Balderas Villagrana said. “You have to talk to the student leaders. You have to go to the international community and…
Earth Day 2017
Portland State students and community members celebrated Earth Day 2017 on Friday, April 21, sharing their message and hopes for a global vision of environmental and climate literacy. A diverse…
Women of Color Speak Out at PSU
Portland State’s Environmental Club hosted the event “Climate Change and Systems of Oppression” in conjunction with Seattle-based activist group Women of Color Speak Out on Friday, April 14, in Smith…
Thai pop stars grace new year event
On Friday, April 14, the Thai Student Organization presented a culture show for Thai New Year at Portland State University. The holiday is celebrated from April 13–15 every year. Students,…
Bikin’ good deal
For $45 a term, Portland State’s Bike Hub will rent you a bike that comes with lights, a U-Lock, indoor parking, and a helmet you get to keep. Midterm rentals are…
Planning for Jupiter with Les Johnson
Portland State Aerospace Society hosted a free event featuring Les Johnson, a world-renowned author, physicist and self-described “space nerd” on April 18 at PSU in conjunction with Rose City Astronomers….
Jewish students observe first Passover Seder event after difficult year
Portland State’s Jewish Student Union organized its first Passover Seder on April 11. Event organizers said they were motivated to host the event after what they described was a difficult year…
Heads up PSU commuters!
Portland State’s Transportation and Parking Services announced an upcoming Max Light Rail and Streetcar disruption scheduled to take place between April 30 and May 20, 2017. The scheduled improvement project…
‘Can you see me? Defining my own black masculinity’
University Studies Dialogue Series’ second presentation was given on Thursday, April 20, 2017 by Dr. Michael A. Brown, director of PSU’s Learning Center. The presentation, “Can You See Me? Defining…