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PSU students reflect on working with Indigenous architect and what it was like to set fire to a week’s worth of work
Three Portland State architecture students share their reflections on what they learned and what new perspectives they gained through the experience of working with Indigenous architect Kevin O’Brien. Read more
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6 Best Study Spots on Campus—Ranked
Being on campus in the middle of bustling downtown, we get used to being surrounded by distractions. It can seem impossible to find a place to focus and get work done. As a student, it is super important to study in an environment free of interruptions. With finals week coming up, we scoured campus to… Read more
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PSU intern helps city prep for ‘The Big One’
When the inevitable Cascadia Subduction earthquake stops shaking, buildings across the Portland metro region will have to be evaluated. Lexi Phipps, a Portland State undergrad majoring in architecture, is helping the city develop a damage assessment plan Read more
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9 courses to learn about Native American and Indigenous communities
Portland State offers plenty of courses and programs, where you can take a deep dive into Native American history, culture, politics and contemporary issues. Read more
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Activist Kathleen Saadat shares 7 lessons on finding joy and thriving
Longtime activist Kathleen Saadat shared her wisdom and insights on finding joy and thriving as part of a day-long convening earlier this year. Read more
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Profs share their hopes for PSU’s future as a Hispanic Serving Institution
We asked two of our faculty to reflect on their cultura, experiences at PSU and what it will look like for PSU to become a thriving Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). Read more
