PSU partners with Multnomah County Library for the annual "Everybody Reads" program

When John Wykoff, Jr., was editor of the Vanguard student newspaper, it was in boxes downtown.

By age 19, Pakistani native Saba Ahmed had earned a double major at Portland State.

Leslie Goodlow-Baldwin is the youngest-ever president of the Portland Rose Festival.

The Center for Tranportation Studies

Amy Spring, Associate Director of Community-University Partnerships, works with PSU students, faculty, staff, and community partners to facilitate and support service-learning activities.

Bassoonist and teacher

How does campus climate effect student development outcomes and faculty productivity?

Atsu Nagayama's Profile

Ballot Measure Archive Capstone

Clarinetist, Woodwind Area Coordinator

Oregon Teacher of the Year (2006-07) Jackie Cooke describes herself as an optimist.

Nova Newcomer has developed an efficient software program for employee communication.

Composer and professor

Brian has taught applied jazz piano at PSU since 2002

Market research that helps local companies

It's a troubling fact that many youth in our society are at risk for homelessness, school dropout, substance abuse, teen pregnancy and delinquency. What can we do?

Resources for aspiring health professionals are just a click away.

Tenor Carl Halvorson is well-known internationally as a concert, opera and recital artist

Meteorite research and awareness

Lake management and aquatic issues

Professor of Jazz Studies

Looking for a bit more direction?

Glacier research at Portland State

Dan Vance ’97 has made an independent film in Arizona with a camera of his own design.

U.S. News and World Report ranks PSU program

PSU students, faculty, and staff

Associate Dean - College of Urban & Public Affairs

Bassist, composer, bandleader, teacher

David Ervin, Professor, Environmental Sciences and Resources

Faculty Emeritus

Over 120 total programs offered

Harp Instructor

Applied Saxophone (Classical), Staff Accompanist, and Diction.

Ellen Ernst Kossek is Professor at Michigan State University and a leading researcher on employer support of work and family policies

Leslie Hammer is the Director of a new Occupational Health Psychology graduate training program at PSU

Dr. Kenneth D. Peterson co-authors book entitled:Enrich the quality of teaching and learning in your school with meaningful teacher evaluations by Kenneth D. Peterson and Catherine A. Peterson.

Passing rate of over 90% on exam

Home of the fine-art foundry

Jazz Bassist and Teacher

Improving the lives of Nicaraguans

Only accredited program in Oregon

Stephen Johnson hopes to produce fuel that is carbon neutral.

Hamilton Cheifetz is a dedicated teacher and internationally known concert cellist

The new playground at Portland State's model child development center helps young children with their most important work.

The History of Science, Technology, and Medicine database provides access to articles, books, book reviews, dissertations, and conference proceedings in science, technology, and medicine.

In Memory of David Boone

Products made by women around the world are sold through KJ Lewis' company.

Regional transportation challenges

Janelle Voegele, Assistant Director of Teaching, Learning, and Assessment for CAE, works with faculty and graduate teaching assistants in both classroom and community-based settings.

“Jeff is a well-studied player with a warm and thoughtful style and a rich, spacious sound. He is also an excellent composer, blending the elements of jazz in a modern, eclectic way.” Jazzscene, Portland

Applied Harp Instructor

Vikings football

Office Coordinator - College of Urban & Public Affairs

Professor of Percussion, Graduate Coordinator, Assistant Chair

Music Technology

PSU oboists keep the urban musical scene vibrant

KEN SELDEN, Newly Appointed Director of Orchestral Studies

Students working with others

Offering over 23 languages

Promote plant ecology and sustainability

Portland's jazz history

Professor Susan Lenski, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, co-edits literacy book entitled Literacy Teacher Preparation: Ten Truths Teacher Educators Need to Know. Co-editors include Dana L. Grisham and Linda S.Wold.

Working with secondary school students

Tyson Foods convinced Oregon native Michelle Bond to move to its Arkansas offices.

It’s not unusual for PSU grad Deirdre Lorenz to crisscross Manhattan as she auditions for a commercial, poses for a designer catalog, and attends a premiere gala—all in 24 hours. Maintaining careers as an actress, model, and film producer makes for a high-velocity lifestyle, but Lorenz is up to the challenge.

Assistant Professor, Dept. of Theater Arts

Adam is a member of the orientation team.

Alisha is a member of the Orientation team.

"Every student has the power to make a big difference"

"Several companies have expressed interest in hiring me based solely on my involvement in student projects at PSU."

Anjali is a member of the Orientation team.

Anmarie Trimble brings together creative writers and multimedia artists to create literary artworks.

Annie is a student coordinator for the orientation program.

A former reporter turned professor studies mass media, uncovering values and mores that lurk beneath the construction of news stories.

Betty is a member of the orientation team.

Sara Duerr

Supporting the productivity of more than 3,800 employees would challenge the skill of any human resources manager, but Cathy LaTourette does this every day for PSU—with a smile—and, of course, the help of her terrific staff.

"The Department of Engineering and Technology Management is like no other—we research technology both from the business and the technical perspective."

Mike Soto, Chief of Campus Public Safety, and his staff work 24/7 to ensure the safety of our campus community and property.

“Thanks to my professors at PSU and my experiences in and out of the classroom, I believe I am fully prepared for what lies ahead.”

As the Associate Director for Planning, Transportation and Parking for Housing and Transportation Services, Dan Zalkow spends much of his time planning the future of university housing, parking and alternative transportation options.

David Aoyagi understands how to invest and manage commercial real estate.

Who are you going to call when it comes to financial matters at Portland State University? Dee Wendler, Associate Vice President for Finance & PSU’s Controller.

The greatest gift we can give to multicultural students is teachers who understand them. Just ask Julie Esparza Brown.

How do people cope with major life crises such as the onset of chronic illness and disability? Dr. Livneh is studying these areas and would love to hear from you about your own personal experiences.

Ed Sullivan navigates the Oregon land use law system.

Emily is a member of the Orientation team.

Eric Fruits can balance a real estate investment portfolio.

Erin is a member of the Orientation team.

"The relaxed atmosphere on campus, the helpful attitude of the professors and their valuable advice has made my experience at PSU very enjoyable and will certainly contribute to my ability to have a successful career in engineering."

Student leader fascinated by science.

Gerard Mildner understands how cities spend money.

"A real advantage of being at PSU's Maseeh College is having good connections to industry and solving practical problems."

Hilary is a member of the orientation team.

"PSU's Maseeh College takes full advantage of its excellent faculty, prime urban location, and strong connections to give students an educational experience that jump starts their careers."

Jeff is a student coordinator for the orientation program.

Jerald Johnson analyzes the market for new real estate developments.

Joel Bettridge draws on his background in poetry and philosophy to help students develop their critical thinking and writing skills.

John Eckman wears many hats, which seems appropriate for the interim executive director of Housing and Transportation Services (HATS).

John Settle analyzes investor psychology

Joshua is a member of the orientation team.

From student housing to catering, parking to recreation, Julie North manages the auxiliary services that make PSU home for so many of our students.

Kali Bader assesses the profitability of real estate projects.

The atmosphere in the Department of Computer Science is comfortable and inclusive. I feel I’m getting a high quality education with healthy collaborative relationships between faculty and graduate students.

“Portland State’s professors and proximity to industry ensure that our courses and research are both current and applicable.”

Student leader giving back to the community.

Lorali Sinnen manages real estate holdings for the Port of Portland.

"Working with PSU's great research faculty has been an incredible experience."

Matthew Larrabee values real estate in the Pacific Northwest.

Michael Flower is a developmental and molecular biologist whose interests turned from the laboratory study of embryos and genes to the ways in which they've become objects of political battle and moral dispute.