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Shattuck Hall blends historical charm, modern efficiency
With its open studios, contemporary fixtures, high ceilings and natural light, Shattuck Hall is a fascinating blend of early 20th Century charm and 21st Century efficiency, and an ideal setting for the School of Architecture’s approximately 300 undergraduate and master’s students. Read more
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Simon Benson House, jewel of the park blocks
The Simon Benson House, home of the Alumni Association, is a familiar landmark on Portland State’s campus. But this beautiful, century-old home didn’t always reside in the South Park Blocks. Read more
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A Wild June
June was a big month in my household. The Clinton Street Cabaret’s Rocky Horror performance, something I have been involved with since I was eighteen, began again. My roommate finally got her gender confirmation surgery. I added a sweet new partner to my polycule. I graduated college with a bachelor’s degree and the first year… Read more
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A Return to Campus
by JP “Johnny” Campbell Now that Oregon has relaxed their COVID restrictions, students will return to the PSU campus this fall for the first time in a year. I’m both incredibly excited and incredibly nervous. I haven’t been in a physical classroom in a long time! I completed both my last year of undergrad and… Read more
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Rediscovering Campus: Urban Plaza is Portland State’s front door
The Urban Plaza is an outdoor gathering space and transit hub between the College of Urban and Public Affairs and the university’s Campus Rec building. Read more
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A Sunshine-Filled Summer
by Beth Royston Anyone that knew me while I was attending high school in California would be shocked if they saw me voluntarily leaving my house during the summertime. In my defense, when it’s super hot almost all year long, one can get rather tired of that weather. I’ve never liked the heat, but living… Read more