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Avel Gordly waving to crowd at Commencement after receiving honorary degree.
February 17th 2026

Trailblazing PSU alum and Oregon lawmaker Avel Gordly dies at 79

Avel Gordly, the first Black woman elected to the Oregon State Senate and...
Ambereen Bashar smiling at the camera wearing a dark suit and white top.
November 5th 2024

Alumna Spotlight: Ambereen Bashar (Accounting, ’15)

Accounting was a natural fit for Ambereen Bashar (’15). “I always loved...
Frankwell and Ken smile together.
August 8th 2024

Engineering Alumni Spotlight: Frankwell and Ken

In 1987, two Portland State engineering students became roommates, cultivating...
PSU's proud alumni Olympians
July 25th 2024

Celebrating PSU's Olympic Legacy

Portland State University boasts a proud history of alumni who have achieved...
A lifeguard walks along the pool at the PSU Rec Center.
July 16th 2024

Beat the Heat: Summer Activities for PSU Alumni

As summer plans heat up across Portland, there’s no limit on ways to spend...