Life at Oregon’s Top Urban Public Research University
Find out more about PSU, our students, clubs, jobs, academic programs, and more on the blog.
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PSU alum leads Byzantine chant during King Charles’ coronation
Portland State alum Alexander Lingas can now say he is a part of history in a way that no one else since 1953 can. Lingas was tapped to form and direct the Byzantine Chant Ensemble as part of King Charles’ Coronation at Westminster Abbey on May 6. The seven-member choir performed selected verses of Psalm… Read more
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25 Years Of The Student Ambassador Program
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Student Ambassador program at Portland State University. Student Ambassadors are an important piece of the admissions process for students and their families, as one of the first points of contact they will meet. But serving as a Student Ambassador is not just a great way to help… Read more
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2023’s Best Study Spots on Campus
Spring term is finally here! It’s a time of year that brings excitement to some and fear to others. But with two thirds of the school year done, it’s time to buckle down and get into gear in order to finish it strong! It’s helpful to keep good study spots in mind for when you’ll… Read more
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What is the Tuition-Free Degree Program?
Earning a college degree is one of the best ways to access a fulfilling career path, and graduating with as little debt as possible gives you even more freedom to pursue your passions. Let us introduce you to Tuition Free Degree, a program with a bold commitment: If you are an eligible Oregon resident, PSU… Read more
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‘You just want to know these people’: PSU students archive historic Black family’s photo collection
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then the collection of historic family photos found beneath a stairwell in a Northeast Portland home speaks volumes. Read more
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Your Life as a Portland State Student
What’s it like to be a student at PSU? Here are answers to some of our most common questions: HOW MANY MAJORS ARE THERE? HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT MAJORS AND ACADEMIC PROGRAMS? So many. We have 88 undergraduate majors and a total of 173 undergraduate majors, minors, certificates and concentrations. From accounting… Read more