New interim leaders announced in Academic Affairs |
Provost Shelly Chabon has announced two interim leadership appointments within Academic Affairs.
Eki Yandall has been appointed Interim Vice Provost for Enrollment Management. In this role, he will join the Academic Leadership Team (ALT) and the Provost’s Executive Council. Yandall will serve until the university hires a permanent Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment and Student Engagement, a new position created to lead Enrollment Management following its move to Academic Affairs.
Following the retirement of Michele Toppe, Vice Provost of Student Affairs, Dana Tasson has been appointed Interim Vice Provost of Student Affairs. Tasson will take on additional leadership responsibilities for the Office of Student Affairs while continuing to serve as Associate Vice Provost for Student Health and Wellbeing in SHAC. He will hold this expanded role until the permanent Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment and Student Engagement is hired as part of the Academic Affairs reorganization.
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Weigh in on proposed cuts to TriMet service near PSU |
TriMet is proposing significant service cuts in the coming year that may affect the PSU community, including the MAX Green Line no longer running to downtown/PSU and the elimination of several bus lines (19, 32, 39, and 82, among others). TriMet will host an on-campus open house this Thursday, to discuss the proposal and gather feedback. Community members can also review the full proposal and submit comments online through Jan. 31, 2026, at trimet.org/servicecuts.
Tri-Met Open House
Thursday, Jan. 15
Noon – 2 p.m.
Smith Memorial Student Union (SMSU), Rooms 296–298
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PSU to test alert system next week |
Heads up! PSU’s Emergency Management unit is testing PSU Alerts, the campus emergency notification system, on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 12:50 p.m. While no action is required during the test, this is an opportunity to take small steps for a more resilient community. Don’t get scared, get prepared!
Visit PSU Emergency Management’s new preparedness landing page for tools and resources to weather the unexpected.
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The Tribal Language Speaker Series kicks off this Wednesday, Jan. 14, with the Takelma Tribal Language Program at the NASCC from 12:30 - 1:30 pm.
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Plan to attend the employee Town Hall on Wednesday, Jan. 21 from 12:45 - 1:25 p.m. to learn about how major changes to federal student financial aid will have far-reaching impacts at Portland State.
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Campus Rec offers January specials for PSU employees |
This January, Campus Rec invites faculty and staff to prioritize wellbeing without leaving campus. New members can take advantage of a Buy One, Get One Free monthly membership ($40), while current members can receive a free fourth personal training session when purchasing a three-session package ($108). Campus Rec is also piloting small group courses this winter, including Foundations of Pilates, Women on Weights, and Womens+ Learn to Climb—four-session, instructor-led courses designed for those new to each activity. Offers are available through Jan. 31.Â
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Employees get discounted Rip City Remix tickets |
Faculty and Staff can enjoy 10% off tickets to Rip City Remix basketball games for the 2025-26 season with code GOVIKS10. Bring your friends and family and cheer on former Viking Cameron Parker.Â
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Fuel your day with an employee meal plan |
Make dining on campus easy and enjoyable with a meal plan designed for PSU faculty and staff! Meal plans offer flexibility, savings, and access to fresh, delicious options at Victor’s Dining Center and other campus dining locations. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch, a cozy coffee, or a healthy snack, there’s a plan that fits your lifestyle!
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đź’š Calls for Participation |
Raise funds for your program during Spring Day of Giving |
Applications for PSU’s Spring Day of Giving are open! This annual, 36-hour campaign is a powerful way to raise awareness and support for your unit’s fundraising priorities. Submit your fund for consideration by Tuesday, Jan. 20.
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It’s time to submit Ed Abroad proposals for 2027 |
Education Abroad is now accepting proposals for Faculty-Led Programs offered during Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall 2027.
Faculty-led programs offer immersive, high-impact learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom, promoting hands-on engagement, meaningful connections and global learning aligned with PSU’s mission. Before submitting a proposal, faculty are expected to complete the required Program Leader Development Trainings and review the Program Leader Toolkit, which provides guidance on the submission and review process.
The submission deadline is March 31.
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Volunteers needed to review scholarship applications |
Faculty and staff are invited to volunteer as reviewers for the PSU General Scholarship Application. Reviewers help connect students with critical financial support by evaluating scholarship submissions during the annual review cycle. No prior experience is required, and training will be provided in January and February. Reviewing is a flexible, time-limited commitment that can be completed remotely. To learn more, email scholar@pdx.edu.
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FAFSA & ORSAA Workshops
In-person and virtual sessions continue through February to help students complete applications before the March 1 priority deadline. Select sessions will include Spanish-language support.
Scholarship Workshops
January–February workshops (in person and virtual) to help students identify opportunities and prepare scholarship applications.
Financial Starter Pack Workshops
New February–March workshops covering budgeting, saving, credit, and student loan repayment.
Income and Taxes Workshop
Offered March 12 in partnership with Financial Beginnings, focusing on paystubs, tax forms, and filing basics.
PSU General Scholarship Application
Open now through March 1. Students apply through Scholarship Universe, which includes PSU and vetted external scholarships.
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OHSU-PSU School of Public Health Director of Applied Learning Jamie Jones and Assistant Professor of Health Promotion and Community Health Hannah Cory talked about fat justice and public health education with the Portland Monthly; Ethan Sharygin, director of the Population Research Center, spoke with the Bend Bulletin about birth rate trends; and Daniel Pollack-Pelzner, visiting scholar of English and theater, discussed the politicization of the term "theater kid” with the New York Times.
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Presented
Minji Cho, Ryan Petteway, Melissa Thompson, Hyeyoung Woo
People
Kris Lucht Adams, Alida Cantor, Óscar Fernández, Will Parnell, Ryan Petteway, Aaron Roussell, Hyeyoung Woo
Published/Exhibited
Hande Buyuksahin, William J. Comer, Mitchell Cruzan, Celine R. Fitzmaurice, Bennett Gilbert, Papireddy Kancharla, Jane Kelly, Seanna Kerrigan, Harold McNaron, Kevin Reynolds, Yi-Wen Su, Gerald Sussman, Erica Wagner, Howard Yank
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