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DEANS DECODED: MEET DEAN QING HU
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 “Deans Decoded” series takes you behind the scenes into the offices of Portland State’s distinguished deans. Join us as we decode the personalities behind…
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From GED to Portland MBA: A Journey of Resilience and Purpose
Brandi Swiderski’s path to Portland State University was anything but typical. A recovering addict, mother, and first-generation college student, Swiderski turned a moment of truth with her child into the spark that launched a transformative academic journey. Now graduating with a double major from The School of Business — with plans to return for her…
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DEANS DECODED: MEET DEAN JEREMY YOUDE
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 behind the titles, one dean at a time. Dean Youde joined Portland State University from the University of Minnesota Duluth, and brings a wealth of knowledge and a…
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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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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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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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Alumni share notes of encouragement for new students
Navigating campus for the first time can be a lot! Thankfully there are tens of thousands of PSU graduates (now alumni) who have been in your shoes and have some wisdom to share. “Pursuing higher education can be intimidating, it will be hard, but all the difficulty will be worth it in the long run.…
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A Postcard from Costa Rica: From the PSU Women’s Basketball Team with Love
This September, the student athletes from the Viking Women’s Basketball Team traveled to Costa Rica for the program’s first international trip. The trip served as a bonding experience and the team got to play two games with the Costa Rican National Team in addition to working with a nonprofit that serves developmentally challenged children and…
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Health And Wellness Resources At PSU
Your health and wellness are important, but prioritizing them during college can be hard. That’s why PSU has got you covered. All PSU students have access to a wide range of health and wellness services from the Center for Student Health and Counseling (SHAC), Campus Rec, and other offerings designed to support your physical, mental,…