PSU receives recommendations from anti-bias task force |
On her blog, PSU President Ann Cudd announced the release of a report from the Task Force on Building Community Through Dialogue. Formed in collaboration with the Vice President of Global Diversity and Inclusion Ame Lambert, the task force was created to address campus tensions related to violence and war in the Middle East. Chaired by former PSU President Stephen Percy, the task force met throughout this year, with subcommittees delivering their final recommendations over the summer. These recommendations, now synthesized into a comprehensive report, aim to foster a sense of belonging and ensure that PSU remains a place free from hate and fear. Executive sponsors have been assigned to oversee the implementation of the task force recommendations.
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One week left to nominate colleagues for Research Awards |
Nominate a colleague for one of PSU’s annual Research Awards, via Research & Graduate Studies. Name-only nominations and outside contacts for Presidential Award nominations are due next Monday, Oct. 28. Nominations must be completed by Friday, Nov. 15 to be eligible for review.
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PSU & PCC launch semiconductor partnership |
Portland State and Portland Community College announced a groundbreaking partnership to address the critical workforce needs of Oregon’s burgeoning semiconductor industry. The Microchip Industry Collaborative for Research, Outreach, Training, and Education Coordination (MICRO-TEC) initiative marks a significant step toward elevating Oregon's position in the semiconductor sector and supporting the state's economic growth.
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PDX-PSU pop-up opens today on campus! |
Get your own PDX Carpet merch at the PSU Now Boarding: Business Class pop-up store at Portland State! Celebrate the new terminal at the Portland Airport (PDX) with your own PDX carpet shirt or hat and check out all the amazing brands that make Portland such a dynamic place to live and work. Visitors to the pop-up can enter to win merchandise and gift cards for Portland’s most popular brands.
PDX Pop-up at PSU
Oct. 21 - Nov. 15
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Karl Miller Center (KMC)
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Nominations open for PSU Holiday Gift Guide |
Do you know of a PSU alumni or student who owns a business? Applications are open to submit businesses to the PSU Alumni Association's annual Holiday Gift Guide. The guide highlights small businesses that sell handmade items, packaged food or beverages. Share the link below with business owners and encourage them to apply!
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SNAP payments now accepted at University Market |
The University Market in Smith Memorial Student Union now accepts SNAP as a form of payment for approved purchases. The federal and state Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly food benefits to help eligible, low-income individuals and families buy healthy food such as meat, dairy, bread and cereal products. The Market has expanded its selection to add more SNAP eligible foods and hopes to add more in the future. The University Market is open 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays - Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays in Smith.
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HRAC co-hosts film screening and discussion on aging into homelessness |
The Homelessness Research & Action Collaborative (HRAC) at PSU is co-hosting a film screening of No Place To Grow Old on Thursday, Oct. 24 at 5:30 p.m. in the Parsons Gallery (Urban Center 212). No Place to Grow Old is a powerful documentary that delves into the growing crisis of senior homelessness right here in Portland. This film, directed by Davey Schaupp and produced by Humans for Housing, explores the systemic challenges and deeply personal stories of a generation aging into homelessness. The 45-minute film will be followed by Q&A with film producers and HRAC director, Dr. Marisa Zapata.
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Student Success schedules follow-up event |
The Office of Student Success is hosting a follow-up event to continue the conversation regarding the findings in the 2024 Student Experience Survey, and to hear the accomplishments of the Student Success Fellows. The event will be on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. in person at Smith Memorial Student Union (SMSU) 119.
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It's National Transfer Student Week! |
National Transfer Student Week (NTSW) celebrates transfer students and the professionals who support them on their journeys. In honor of NTSW, the Transfer & Returning Student Resource Center, in collaboration with departments and resource centers across campus, is offering a week of programming for prospective and current PSU transfer students. Come join us for workshops, info sessions, social hours, and more. THIS YEAR'S THEME is PS-You! celebrating the uniqueness of our students and the wealth of skills, knowledge, and perspectives they bring to PSU and the community.
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People
Gerry Sussman
Presented
Daria Aleeva, Bright Alozie, Lissa Cabrera-Song, William Comer, Karen Curtin, Julie Nelson, Lisa Notman, Ryan Petteway, Jack Straton, Suwako Watanabe
Published/Exhibited
Bright Alozie, Jonah Eleweke, Kathi Inman Berens
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