Portland State's weekly student newsletter for the week of November 10, 2025

*Reminder: Portland State University is closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day*

It all comes down to this — on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 2 p.m., the PSU Vikings football team returns to Providence Park for its Homecoming game against the University of Montana Grizzlies. Students get free tickets!

How to claim your ticket:

1. Visit the student ticket page

2. Log in with your PSU account and submit the form

3. Create a SeatGeek account with your pdx.edu email

4. Watch for your ticket via email

Flapjacks and Football 
Monday, Nov. 10, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. in ASRC 160
The football team will be serving free pancakes, coffee, and hot chocolate!

Maseeh Exchange: Power & Energy
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 5 - 7 p.m., in the Engineering Building
Join Maseeh College for Power & Energy Research, faculty connections and Homecoming giveaways.

Storm the Stadium!  (The Walk to Providence) 
Saturday, Nov. 15, Meet at Viking Pavilion at THE SHIELD at 12 p.m. - Storming begins at 12:30 p.m.
Bring the campus energy to Providence Park! Exclusive Vik swag given out during the walk!

Vikings Fan Fest: The Ultimate Pre-Game Party
Saturday, 12-2 p.m., SW Morrison Street outside Providence Park
Enjoy free games, local food, and a cash bar for fans 21+ outside Providence Park — hosted by the Alumni Association. Register for this free event.

Sunday, Nov. 16:
Last day to withdraw from a course, last day to change grading option

Tuesday, Nov. 11:
Veterans Day (University Closed - No Classes)

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PSU is designing a new community garden at SW Park and SW Market, and your input is needed! How can this space best serve you and the PSU community?

Thursday, Nov. 13
12 - 2 p.m 
ASRC 515
Register to attend

Virtual Open House 
Monday, Nov.17
5 - 7 p.m.
Register

Want to earn academic credit while learning about student government? ASPSU (Associated Students of PSU) offers PS 110, a Civic Leadership Development course that teaches essential skills in organizing, participatory democracy, and student advocacy. This course is designed to help students understand civic and political processes while getting involved in student government. Register for PS 110 this winter term!

Want to study in London, Barcelona, Japan or beyond? PSU’s faculty-led programs make it possible to take your education abroad while earning credit and traveling with classmates. Info sessions this week cover destinations around the globe—don’t miss your chance to find the perfect fit for you.

Here are the opportunities presented by the University Career Center this week:

Mini Workshop: Accountability + Time Management in Your Job Search 

Are you having a tough time getting started or maintaining momentum in your job search? If so, you're not alone. Attend this mini workshop for support in chunking your job search into tasks, balancing your commitments, and keeping yourself accountable.

Thursday, Nov. 13
12:50 – 1:20pm
Fariborz Maseeh Hall (FMH) Room 342H
Register to attend

KEEN Viking Visit
Are you passionate about sustainability, creativity, and making a difference? Sign up for an exclusive office tour and career panel with KEEN, the Portland-based innovative footwear company that's redefining what it means to "do good" in business.

Friday, Nov. 14
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
KEEN Headquarters, 515 NE 13th Ave., Portland
Register to visit

LinkedIn 101 (Virtual Workshop) 
Tap into your inner researcher and learn about the world's largest professional networking site. We'll explore how you can leverage this platform to connect with professionals and organizations in your field(s) of interest.

Saturday, Nov. 15
12 - 1:30 p.m 
Register for the workshop

The Portland State Chamber Choir kicks off its 50th anniversary season and the release of its new record "The Songs Remain" in a concert that brings the acclaimed professional vocal group Fourth Wall Ensemble to Portland. Hailing from New York City, Fourth Wall Ensemble is a genre-bending group known for their fearless artistry and inventive programming. The program spans the centuries, from Claudio Monteverdi's shimmering Renaissance harmonies to Portland's own Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw.

Friday, Nov. 14 & Saturday, Nov. 15
7:30 p.m.
St. Philip Neri Catholic Church
$15-$50

What would you take with you into the afterlife? Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Pulitzer Prize finalist play Everybody is a contemporary take on the 15th-century morality play Everyman. As "Everybody" journeys toward death, they beseech a colorful cast of characters - including Time, Friendship, Beauty, and Stuff to accompany them. Each night, an onstage lottery assigns cast members their roles, making each performance unique. Irreverent, heartfelt, and unpredictable, Everybody invites us to laugh, reflect, and confront our inevitable end.

Nov. 13-22
Lincoln Hall Boiler Room Studio (LH55)
$5-$60

You are warmly invited to the Oceania Exhibition and Cultural Showcase Opening, presented by PSU's first-ever Pacific Islander Studies class! This special event celebrates the culmination of students’ learning through live performances and a display of cultural artifacts from our vibrant Pacific communities. Honor their work and celebrate the richness of Oceania cultures at PSU.

Tuesday, Nov. 25
Vernier Science Center (VSC), 105
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Wrap up the term with a fun day of hiking at Coyote Wall! This moderate 6.8-mile loop features stunning views of Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge, small waterfalls and basalt outcroppings, plus often drier weather than Portland. It's a fantastic opportunity to de-stress before finals, connect with nature and build community with fellow Vikings. Spaces are limited so sign up by Dec. 3.

Saturday, Dec. 6
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Join President Ann Cudd for this week’s Move with the President events—your chance to connect, get active, and enjoy PSU’s new community hour!

Pickleball Edition – Thursday, Nov. 13, 12:45–1:30 p.m.
Drop in at the Rec Center courts (3rd floor) for some friendly pickleball—no membership needed, just bring your PSU ID. Equipment and instruction provided!

Run with the President – Friday, Nov. 14, 12:45 p.m.
Lace up for a 5K (about a 10-min/mile pace). Meet in the RMNC lobby and hit the pavement with President Cudd and fellow Vikings!

Move, connect, and make the most of community hour!

Get ready for the winter basketball league! Play in this high-energy 3v3 tournament to shake off the rust and connect with fellow hoop enthusiasts. Register as a complete team or as a free agent. PSU students play for free! Women's+ and Open divisions are offered for an inclusive, competitive experience. Register by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 23.

Monday, Nov. 24
7 - 10 p.m.
Campus Rec Courts 1 & 2 

Ready to create in a supportive space with women and femmes in recovery? SHAC's Peer Recovery Advocate is hosting the Femmes in Recovery Art Meet-Up, an art and recovery meeting specifically designed for women and femmes. Art is a healing and a world-making force, so let’s create a new, healing world together!

Wednesday, Nov. 12
11 a.m.
UBC 340 E.

College of Education Open House

Politics & Global Affairs Internship Fair

University closed (Veterans Day)

Paint and Sip with CSA

Beginner Climb Night

Universe [Held]: Opening Reception

We Were Here: The Untold Story of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe

Can & Bottle Drive - PSU Smallwood Food Pantry

MEChA X UISHE Indigenous Movie Night

PNW Conceptual Art Center 75th Anniversary Retrospective Curator’s Talk

Just Dance!

Music @ Midday: Horizons: Dave Eggar, Martin Zarzar & Mario Díaz

Volunteer with the SSC Garden Team

5th Ave. Cinema Presents: The Double Life of Veronique

Storm the Stadium

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