Portland State's weekly student newsletter for the week of Jan. 22, 2024
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Photo credit: Kylea Craig
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Campus was closed for a week: Now what?
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We're back after a weeklong campus closure from last week's winter storm. But, how do you get back on track? Here are some resources available to all PSU students:
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Talk to your instructors about any difficulties you encountered last week that prevented you from accessing course materials, completing assignments, etc. Faculty have been encouraged to exercise flexibility with students who are experiencing hardship due to the storm. If you cannot reach a satisfactory agreement with an instructor, the Dean of Student Life may be able to advocate on your behalf.
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Important Dates (*Note changes due to weather!*) |
Sunday, Jan. 28:
Last day to withdraw with a 40% refund
Last day to drop without a "W" withdraw on academic record
Last day to drop with 70% refund (extended from 1/21)
Last day to add with instructor approval (extended from 1/21)
Last day to adjust enrollment for financial aid purposes (extended from 1/21)
Sunday, Feb. 4: Last day to withdraw with a 20% refund
Academic Calendar | myPSU | Registrar
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Feature Focus: Finding your career path |
Personality quiz: What career is right for you?
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Dive into career possibilities with this series of interactive workshops put on by the University Career Center for the next three weeks. Whether you’re looking for the right major or curious about career paths, these workshops give you the chance to:
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- Unlock the secrets of your personality type
- Connect the dots between personality and your career choices
- Discover your interests, skills and values
- Unearth potential career paths
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Workshops are the next three Tuesdays: Jan. 23 & 30, and Feb. 6 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Fariborz Maseeh Hall (FMH) 342H. Plan to attend all three sessions for optimized success!
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Picture your goals in a collage |
Come hang out at the Women’s Resource Center in Smith Memorial Student Union (SMSU) #439 on Tuesday, Jan. 23 from 3 - 4 p.m. and create a collage with your goals for the year! At the end of this Peer Support Project event, we will each add one of our goals, dreams, intentions, and/or affirmations to a community vision board.
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Discover your path through research! |
Paola López-Duarte, an associate professor of environmental science and management, found her passion for marine biology during her undergrad research journey. She encourages students to seek research opportunities for the sense of community and valuable skills gained, such as teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking. According to López-Duarte, these skills not only enhance your college experience but also open doors to exciting opportunities in various professions. Check out her tips for getting involved in research on the Inside Portland State blog.
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Thinking of pursuing a PhD? |
Attention, Juniors & Seniors: the McNair Scholars Program can set you up for success all the way through graduate school and on track for your PhD. The McNair program is for undergraduates who are first-generation, low-income, and/or from underrepresented groups. The goal of the grant-funded program is to diversify the professoriate. Applications are open now for the 2024 cohort — the deadline to apply is March 15.
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Volunteer at Edúcate with MEChA |
MEChA is looking for volunteers to help out at our 19th annual Edúcate conference! Edúcate is an annual conference in which high school students from across Oregon come to PSU to learn more about higher education through workshops and activities. Volunteers will have the opportunity to support the conference through various tasks. Join us on Feb. 9 as a volunteer, and learn more about Edúcate and MEChA as an organization!
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Become an international student mentor |
The International Student Mentoring Program (ISMP) is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 academic year. The ISMP is designed to provide ongoing assistance to incoming international students admitted to PSU. Peer mentors assist new international students in the transition from their respective countries by connecting with students before they arrive in Portland, assisting with the International Student Orientations, and serving as a cultural bridge and a resource to new students during their first term in the United States. Applicants can be from any cultural background, department, and all educational levels. Visit the ISMP website for the position description and application. The application deadline is Sunday, Feb. 4.
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Intro to climbing for PSU transfer students |
Join the Outdoor Program and other transfer students at Campus Rec for an introduction to the Climbing Center on Tuesday, Jan. 23 from 4:30-6 p.m. Before heading to the Climbing Center please make sure to complete the climber orientation quiz at Member Services. Then grab a wristband and some climbing shoes at the Equipment Check-Out Desk, and you'll be ready to climb! For accommodations, email: odp@pdx.edu.
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Are alcohol or drug use impacting your life? Try Peer Recovery programs |
Peer Recovery Support and Harm Reduction programs at SHAC (Center for Student Health and counseling) offer personalized support or a connection with a community of peers. Educational workshops, community events and harm reduction supplies such as Narcan are also available. Students don’t have to identify with a formal recovery pathway to engage with these services.
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Hats, scarves, gloves, ear warmers and jackets are all needed at the Winterize Your Wardrobe donation drive happening right now on the 4th floor of Smith Memorial Student Union (SMSU). The event is organized by the Women’s Resource Center, Basic Needs Hub, Queer Resource Center, DREAMer Resource Center and Transfer Resource Center — to get winter clothing to PSU students who need it. Donations will be distributed on Wednesday, Jan. 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the 4th floor skybridge between Smith & Cramer Hall. Food, drinks and information about other campus resources will also be available.
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Attend the Presidential Speaker Series on Tuesday |
The first guest in PSU President Cudd’s 2024 speaker series is Dr. Angélica Garcia, the president and superintendent of Santa Rosa Junior College. The speaker series features conversations with leaders from Minority Serving Institutions to inspire the PSU community with ideas and actions to become a regional model for serving and supporting minority students.
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