Portland State's weekly student newsletter for the week of April 22, 2024
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Deadline approaching for PSU Scholarships! |
Heads up — May 1 (yep, next week!) is when a big chunk of scholarship applications are due.
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- 250+ scholarships
- $3 million available
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Login to Scholarship Universe to apply
- Scholarships awarded in June
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Say hello to sunshine in the Park Blocks, long summer evenings and hundreds of flexible classes designed with you in mind. Say hello to summer term 2024 at PSU. It’s the perfect time to get ahead on your degree path — while staying connected online or on campus. Class schedule available now.
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Celebrate Transfer Appreciation Day |
Transfer Appreciation Day is Tuesday, April 23. Stop by the Transfer & Returning Student Resource Center (TRSRC) and 15+ campus departments, organizations, and centers across campus for food, flair, and fun! Participate in creative, skill-building, and community-centered events.
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From the President's blog: Still Taking Back the Night |
April is Sexual Assault Awareness & Action month. Shockingly, statistics reveal that 13% of U.S. university students experience sexual assault, underscoring the necessity for robust support services like PSU's Sexual and Relationship Violence Response (SRVR) program and other support found through the Women's Resource Center (WRC). The WRC invites the PSU community to participate in Take Back the Night on April 25 or contribute to their Survivor Hardship Fund that supports students of all genders who are experiencing sexual and relationship violence. This week on her blog, PSU President Ann Cudd writes about her longtime dedication to activism and resistance against intimate partner violence.
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Enjoy coffee and snacks while learning about time management |
You can't control time, but you can control how you manage the time you have. Tomorrow, the University Career Center is hosting an in-person workshop to help you organize your schedule, create a functional calendar, and decrease the feeling of being overwhelmed by your to-do list. Coffee & breakfast snacks provided! Stop by Fariborz Maseeh Hall (FMH) Room 101 tomorrow (April 23) from 9 to 10 a.m.
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Experience the benefits of having a mentor |
Portland State has abundant resources that can help you on your academic journey. Advisors, resource centers, tutors, and coaches can help you choose the right classes and foster community. But what about when you graduate and start navigating the professional world? Mentors can help guide you during the initial transition into a post-college career. Read about the five benefits of having a mentor and how to connect with the right one (Hint: you can find one in PSU Works).
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Prepare for the career fair |
Learn how to make a lasting impression with the potential employers that you’ll meet at the upcoming Career & Internship Fair (May 1 in the Viking Pavilion).
The University Career Center is hosting in-person and remote workshops to help students prepare for the fair:
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- Thursday, April 25: 4 - 5pm | Register on Zoom
- Friday, April 26: 12 - 1pm | Register on Handshake or PSU Connect
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Monday, April 29: 12 - 1pm | Register on Zoom
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Explore water-related career opportunities |
Introducing Water@PSU! A new resource that highlights water-related opportunities at PSU and beyond. You can learn about undergraduate and graduate degrees, minors, and certificates offered at PSU that connect with water on the for students page. Students can also refer to a jobs and resource page that showcase a variety of water-related job boards and career resources.
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Become an undergraduate peer mentor |
University Studies is hiring undergraduate peer mentors for the 2024-25 academic year. UG Peer Mentors work directly with Freshman Inquiry (FRINQ) faculty to support students by role-modeling and developing the skills needed to succeed at the university. This is an hourly position paid at $18.26 per hour for 15 hours a week during the term, in addition to paid training. Priority deadline is April 24.
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Give your opinion, get a succulent |
PSU's Strategic Planning Committee is seeking student input on the development of the University's Strategic Plan. From Monday, April 22 -Thursday, April 25, we will be having "pop-up tables" across campus in spaces such as Victor's Dining Hall, Campus Recreation, Smith Memorial Student Union, and other high student-traffic locations. Students can share feedback and ideas, and in exchange, we will be giving away adorable tiny succulents to the first 300 participants. Your participation and feedback is essential in representing the student voice and helping shape the future of Portland State. Thank you for your time and support! Go Viks!
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Experience an unforgettable evening of theatrical splendor |
Step into an enchanting world of passion, intrigue, secret romance, and irresistible charm with Portland State Opera’s “The Merry Widow" on April 27 at 7:30 p.m. and April 28 at 3:00 p.m. This operetta is presented with a fresh, youthful, colorful take on this beloved classic — placing the action in the glamorous environs of 1960s Paris. Follow the vivacious widow Hanna Glawari as she navigates a whirlwind of romance, masked intentions, high-society drama, and so much dancing — from the waltz, to the can-can, to the polonaise. Ticket prices for students $20, senior citizens $30, and general public $45.
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Get a kick out of the 5v5 soccer tournament |
Viking Soccer will be hosting a 5v5 tournament at Peter Stott Field on Saturday, May 11. The tournament will be from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and is open to youth and adults. You can register now and pay later. This is going to be a blast for all of the players involved. We will see you on the field!
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Help Serve the City and get free tamales |
The second annual Serve the City Day is happening on Saturday, May 4. The PSU Alumni Association invites alumni, students, staff and friends to a day of service on the PSU campus. Choose from two volunteer options, and after, get a free lunch catered by alumni-owned business Tamale Boy.
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Earthquake prep: Get informed, plan ahead, stay safe |
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