Category: Campus Resources
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Deans Decoded: Meet Dean Maneka Brooks
Ever wonder what makes PSU’s academic leaders tick? What books line their shelves, what inspired them to pursue their field and what visions they have for PSU’s future? Inside Portland State’s new “Deans Decoded” series takes you behind the scenes into the offices of Portland State’s distinguished deans. Join us as we decode the personalities…
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Local Activities That Won’t Break the Bank
As you return to campus after summer break, many of you are looking for places to hang out or grab a bite to eat that won’t deplete your bank account. Luckily, PSU’s urban campus gives you access to tons of tasty, fun and affordable options (and free and low-cost ways to get to them). Whether…
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How to Master Graduate School
Starting graduate school can feel overwhelming. The demands of a course load, combined with work, family and academic research requirements, can pose a challenge for even the most prepared student. Luckily, graduate students at PSU have support navigating this new experience. Graduate student ambassadors – current graduate students, often at least a year into their…
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Balancing Parenthood and Education: PSU’s Resources for Families
Being a student is hard enough – add being a parent or caregiver on top of that, and managing the seemingly endless list of responsibilities can present a significant burden. That’s why Portland State University’s Services for Students With Children (SSWC) is here to help.
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Plants and People Thrive at PSU’s Learning Gardens Lab
Nestled in the heart of Portland’s Brentwood-Darlington neighborhood, Portland State University’s Learning Gardens Lab (LGL) thrives as a lush 3.4-acre oasis within a larger 12-acre greenspace. Established in 2005, the LGL has since blossomed into a vibrant community hub where students of all ages — alongside community members — cultivate both plants and knowledge. From…
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Creating a Culture of Care
Many people fear that asking someone about suicidal thoughts may plant the idea in their head. But as students in the Center for Student Health and Counseling’s (SHAC) suicide prevention course learn, there isn’t any evidence that supports this misconception. Studies show that talking about suicide does not increase suicidal ideation or behaviors, though it…
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CRC Spotlight: Middle East, North Africa, South Asia Student Center
The Middle East, North Africa, South Asia (MENASA) Student Center offers a space for students to build community and embrace the full beauty and breadth of the MENASA cultures.
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Finals Study Tips and Treats
Feeling stressed about finals? The Learning Center can help, and has some great tips to share to prepare you for the end of the term. Plus, you can visit the Learning Center on the second floor of Millar Library for access to tutoring and academic support services that are always free for students. You’ll definitely…
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CRC Spotlight: Pacific Islander, Asian & Asian American Student Center
The Pacific Islander, Asian and Asian American (PIAAA) Student Center offers an engaging and accepting space for PSU’s diverse Asian and Pacific Islander student communities through programming, intercultural community building and social justice education.