Category: Majors & Programs

  • What it’s like to be a music major at Portland State

    What it’s like to be a music major at Portland State

    PSU is home to many different majors, minors, and certificates that range from sciences, humanities, social studies, and the arts. The College of the Arts comprises the School of Architecture, School of Art and Design, School of Music and Theater, and School of Film. As a music education major, I spent my undergraduate years in…

  • PSU student shines in NASA internship

    PSU student shines in NASA internship

    Portland State graduate student Chuck Faber, who is getting his master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, excelled in his position as a virtual NASA intern last summer, working on improving code for software defined radios as part of the Space Communications and Navigation project (SCaN).

  • The science and mystery around winter solstice

    The science and mystery around winter solstice

    Portland State’s Climate Science Lab Director Paul Loikith explains the science and mystery around winter solstice.

  • What it’s like to be an Honors College student

    What it’s like to be an Honors College student

    By: Ragan Love As of Fall 2021, I am a junior at Portland State and am a student in the College of the Arts and the University Honors College. Since this is my third year, I have lots of insight on how these two programs work and the one I get the most questions about…

  • KMC, home to PSU’s School of Business

    KMC, home to PSU’s School of Business

    Karl Miller Center is an iconic-world-class building, certified LEED Platinum for its sustainable design. Visitors are greeted to a stunning five-story all-glass atrium. Global classrooms are equipped with multiple video cameras and large monitors set up to broadcast class to students worldwide and give access to remote presenters.

  • Top Questions We Get About Orientation

    Top Questions We Get About Orientation

    So, you’ve been admitted to Portland State University and decided it’s the right college for you. Now what? Attend New Student Orientation! All undergraduate students must attend Orientation before they can start their journey as a PSU student. But attending Orientation isn’t a chore—it’s a celebration of you joining our community and taking the next step…

  • Admitted Student Questions: Transferring Credits

    Admitted Student Questions: Transferring Credits

    We answered the most popular questions about transferring credits to PSU. Learn more about transferring to PSU and next steps for admitted transfer students. How do I transfer credits to PSU? When you apply to Portland State University, you are required to submit transcripts from all high schools and colleges you attended. We will pair this information with…

  • How to Prepare for New Student Orientation

    How to Prepare for New Student Orientation

    Once you’ve confirmed your enrollment you’re eligible to sign up for New Student Orientation.  Completion of New Student Orientation is required in order to register for your first term.  Orientation sign-ups will open on June 15. We know you’re eager to prepare for your next step, so in the meantime, here’s what to expect: On…

  • What to Expect From Online Orientation

    What to Expect From Online Orientation

    This time of year we would normally be welcoming new friends and faces to our campus for in-person New Student Orientation. However, we’ve switched to a virtual format for now. We know there are a lot of changes, so here’s what to expect. What is the point of Orientation? New Student Orientation is your opportunity…