Category: Majors & Programs
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Joaquin Golez Makes Accessible Art Brimming with Queer Hope
Joaquin Golez (MFA ’24) is an illustrator whose work captures the eroticism of hope for queer and transgender people existing in a hostile world. He takes inspiration from manga, tattoos, queer culture and social justice movements to create art that is detailed, vibrant and provocative. Ruben Gil-Herrera from Inside Portland State sat down with Golez…
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Engineering a Future in Film
Growing up, Jason De Leon had his sights set on an engineering career, with the goal of earning a degree at Portland State University. As a child of immigrants from the Philippines, he knew that a degree in the sciences would make his parents proud. “There were a lot of expectations from my parents for…
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Empowered by Jeanette
Jeanette Amisi Muibi will graduate from Portland State University this June with a degree in Public Health Studies: Community Health Promotion, and a minor in Child, Youth, and Family Studies. This milestone will bring her one step closer to her dreams and add another accomplishment to the impressive list of things she’s achieved so far. …
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Maseeh College Celebrates 50 Years of Engineering Excellence
This year marks the 50th anniversary since Portland State University gained approval to offer engineering coursework – a significant milestone considering the institution’s challenging origins.
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Faculty Spotlight on Civil Engineering Professor Diane Moug: Scientist, Mentor and Trailblazer
Civil Engineering Professor Diane Moug’s career trajectory emphasizes a dedication to both research and mentorship. Moug discovered the field of geological engineering as an undergraduate student, and found a job post-graduation working to abate the uncertainty in geotechnical engineering. One of her memorable projects involved investigating a site for mine waste storage in a seismically…
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Empowering Girls and Changing the World
Happy Women’s History Month! To recognize and celebrate the value and contributions of women and girls to society, we are highlighting the PSU capstone course GirlPower!, taught by Professor Sally Eck. GirlPower! is not your average class. Over the course of a term, PSU students in the University Studies track work closely with a group…
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Conversing and Collaging with Contemporary Artist Jay Lynn Gomez
In late February, the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at PSU (JSMA at PSU) invited nationally recognized, contemporary visual artist Jay Lynn Gomez to campus to facilitate a student art-making workshop and participate in the museum’s first “Art in Conversation” event, featuring PSU students and faculty in conversation with contemporary visual artists.
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Pathway to Success: A Guide for Undecided Students
If you find the idea of committing to a major overwhelming, you’re not alone. Some students know exactly what they want to do after graduation, but for many of us, the decision is unclear. The good news is if you’re struggling to pick a major, you have options! Hopefully, this guide can help you navigate…
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Changemaking 101: The Mobilizing Hope Capstone
Portland State is designated as a Changemaker Campus by Ashoka U, a global organization that promotes education to support social innovation and civic engagement. That means that throughout their time at PSU, students encounter opportunities to put their ideas for a better world into action.