September 21 - 30, 2023

Welcome to Viking Days, a series of events and activities welcoming you to Portland State University's urban campus in fall 2023. Whether you're a brand new student discovering the PSU campus for the very first time or a returning student kicking off the new academic year, there are a number of events available to help you celebrate your start! All events are free and open to all PSU students and employees.

Featured Events

Students at Orientation

PARTY IN THE PARK

Thursday, September 28
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
South Park Blocks (at SMSU)

Hosted by the Student Activities and Leadership Programs and Campus Recreation, Party in the Park is Portland State University's annual fall quarter student engagement fair. Join us in the PSU park blocks to learn about our amazing student organizations, leadership opportunities, jobs, internships, volunteering, and events. Learn More & RSVP

Students on a campus tour

WELCOME DAYS ON THE URBAN PLAZA

Tuesday, September 26 - Wednesday, September 27
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Urban Plaza

Visit the Urban Plaza to get donuts and coffee and directions to class, student services, and other places on campus.

Students at Night at the Rec in the Rec Center

NIGHT AT THE REC

Tuesday, September 26
7:00 to 9:00 PM
ASRC, Campus Rec (ASRC) 3rd Floor Courts

Come PLAY at Campus Rec during an action-packed Night at the Rec! Free and open to all PSU students. Meet our 30+ Rec Clubs and check out everything Campus Rec offers including Intramural Sports, Outdoor Programs, Aquatics, Fitness and Inclusive Rec. Join us for music, fun activities, inflatable games, rock climbing and more. Plus, the first 200 students who pose in front of our photobooth backdrop will receive an exclusive Campus Rec t-shirt. Learn More & RSVP

President Cudd walking with students on the park blocks

Viking Day of Service & Pancakes with the President | Saturday, September 30

10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | Smith Memorial Student Union, Parkway North

Meet others, get outside, and make a difference on campus and in the greater community through volunteering. Meet PSU President Cudd and join us for breakfast, connection, and community engagement.

PSU Vikings Football Team Runout

Vikings Football vs. Cal Poly and Back to School Beach Bash | Saturday, September 23

1:00 PM | Hillsboro Stadium (Admission is FREE for students. Must show PSU Student ID for entry.)

Buses will take students from the PSU Campus to Hillsboro Stadium! The bus arrives at the PSU campus at 11:30 AM and departs for Hillsboro Stadium at 12:00 PM. Buses return to campus after the game concludes (15-20 min after). There will be a public announcement notifying students where to meet after the game. 

Class Finding Days

Friday, September 22

1:00 to 3:00 PM | Urban Plaza

Class Finding Days

Monday, September 25

1:00 to 3:00 PM | Urban Plaza

Complete Schedule of Events

All Week | Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  • College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Bingo
    Visit any CLAS office to get your Bingo card. Ends September 29 at 5:00 PM.
  • Meet Your Financial Coach & Win Some Gear!
    2:00 PM to 5:00 PM | Financial Wellness Center, FMH 130

Monday, September 25

  • Basic Needs Hub Open House
    9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Smith Memorial Student Union Basic Needs Hub (SMSU 435)
  • Job Fair for FLASH and Campus Rec
    10:00 AM to 12:00 PM | ASRC, Second Floor
  • Lift Your Gym Confidence! 
    10:00 AM to 12:00 PM | ASRC (Meet at the Member Services Desk on the Second Floor)
  • First Steps to Studying Abroad!
    11:30 AM to 12:00 PM | Karl Miller Center, Room 605
  • Donuts with the Dean of Student Life: Open House
    1:00 PM to 4:00 PM | Smith Memorial Student Union 433
  • Queer and Trans Welcoming at the Queer Resource Center
    2:00 to 4:00 PM | Smith Memorial Student Union, Room 458
  • Jennifer's Body & Fight Club Screening (with free popcorn)
    3:00 PM (doors open 30 mins before screening) | 5th Avenue Cinema

Tuesday, September 26

  • Welcome Week Wayfinding
    9:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Inside (First Floor by the Financial Wellness Center) and Outside (Park Blocks) Fariborz Maseeh Hall
  • Welcome Days: Coffee, Donuts, & Drop-in Advising
    9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Urban Plaza
  • Geography Welcome Event 
    9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Cramer Hall 424
  • Student Legal Services Scavenger Hunt
    10:00 to 11:00 AM | Smith Memorial Student Union, Hallway Outside Room 355 (Ballroom)
  • Career Center Drop-ins & Headshot Photobooth
    10:00 AM to 4:00 PM | Fariborz Maseeh Hall 342
  • ATMOS Open House 
    12:00 to 2:00 PM | ATMOS/Maverick Lounge, Karl Miller Center, Second Floor
  • Night at the Rec
    7:00 to 9:00 PM | Campus Rec (ASRC, 3rd Floor Courts)

Wednesday, September 27

Thursday, September 28

Friday, September 29

Saturday, September 30