We’re thankful for this PSU alum fighting gentrification in Portland

When Randal Wyatt ‘21 sees a need, he tries to fill it. In the wake of George Floyd’s murder, Randal turned to his community in search of a way to give back. He took inspiration from what he learned while pursuing a degree in Social Science at Portland State to found Taking Ownership PDX. Randal describes Taking Ownership PDX as a community-based, reparations-based organization that … Continue reading We’re thankful for this PSU alum fighting gentrification in Portland

University CommunicationsNovember 23, 2022November 23, 2022Leave a comment

Proud Viks

Four Viks honored at Hispanic Heritage Celebration

Portland State faculty, staff and alum were among those honored by the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber this month. Continue reading Four Viks honored at Hispanic Heritage Celebration

University CommunicationsSeptember 21, 2022September 20, 2022Leave a comment

Portland, Proud Viks

Moving Portland forward

What started as a Portland State University capstone project has turned into a new way of moving traffic along the Portland waterfront. Gwen Shaw, who graduated from PSU in 2015 with a degree in civil engineering, describes the project, Better Naito, as a transformative part of her life journey as well as an opportunity to create a shared space in the city for pedestrians and … Continue reading Moving Portland forward

University CommunicationsAugust 2, 2022August 18, 202216 Comments

Student Voices

Mother, daughter reflect on two generations of women’s leadership at PSU

Mother and daughter team Rebecca and Leya Descombes credit PSU’s Center for Women’s Leadership for helping them become more assertive and confident. Continue reading Mother, daughter reflect on two generations of women’s leadership at PSU

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Student Voices

3 PSU film alumni: Where are they now & advice

Do film school graduates land film jobs? Can I afford a living as a filmmaker? What are the chances I can realistically work consistently? We interviewed three film alumni and got all the juicy information about how they got to where they are and SMASHED the job market, proving all them haters wrong and that you 100% can have a thriving career in the film industry. Continue reading 3 PSU film alumni: Where are they now & advice

sophiacrawfordFebruary 10, 2022April 5, 2022Leave a comment

Proud Viks

PSU alumni produce phenomenal podcasts

With the number of podcasts seeking listeners growing by the day, it can be hard to break through the noise. But two Portland State alums make it look easy. Both Sarah Marshall ‘10, MFA ‘12, MA ‘13 and David Naimon ‘19 MFA were named among the 20 best podcasts of 2021 by Variety. Marshall’s podcast, You’re Wrong About, explores well-known news stories with the help … Continue reading PSU alumni produce phenomenal podcasts

University CommunicationsNovember 2, 2021November 23, 2021Leave a comment

Majors & Programs, Student Life

An “Honor”able Legacy

By Naomi Kolb Every time that I see the Simon Benson House in the park blocks I’m reminded that graduation draws closer with each passing day. Today the sign on the building reads “53 days until you are alumni,” and that number will only continue to dwindle until the day comes that we don our caps and gowns. Amidst all of the other chaos of … Continue reading An “Honor”able Legacy

University CommunicationsApril 23, 2018October 29, 2018Leave a comment

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