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$542,992 

Scholarship Dollars Awarded

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179

Scholarships

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$168,341

Hardship Dollars Granted

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349

Donors

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$2,664,799

Dollars Raised

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47

KMC Tours


CAREER CENTER

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CAREER OUTCOMES

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60+

Career Education and Employer Events

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1,600+

Career Coaching Appointments

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1,000+

Employer Contacts

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99%                  

Student Satisfaction

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92% Undergraduates

Employed within 3-6 Months after Grad

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93% Graduates

Employed within 3-6 Months after Grad


LETTER FROM THE DEAN
Dr. qing HU

Dr. Qing Hu

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

As we reflect on the 2023-2024 academic year, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the remarkable achievements we have accomplished together. This year has been a shining example of the resilience, innovation, and dedication of our faculty, students, staff, alumni, supporters, and partners. 

Our school has continued to lead with purpose and passion, driving transformative change through groundbreaking research, dynamic educational experiences, and impactful community engagement. This year, we have celebrated numerous milestones that highlighted our mission to create positive social, ecological, and economic impact through inclusive, transformative learning and meaningful research. 

Our students have distinguished themselves through participation in entrepreneurial and business competitions, demonstrating exceptional creativity and problem-solving abilities. Their success in addressing real-world challenges speaks volumes about the strength of our programs and the supportive environment we strive to foster.

Our faculty members have showcased their commitment to academic excellence and thought leadership through influential research and scholarly contributions. Their work not only advances the field of business but also enriches our students; learning experiences, preparing them to lead and innovate in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Here are some of our standout achievements this year:

  • Our undergraduate business program has been ranked in the top 13% nationwide, securing the 24th position out of 214 programs evaluated. This recognition affirms the high quality of our educational offerings.
  • A business student was a team member of PSU students that developed HearBat, an innovative application addressing auditory word recognition for cochlear implant users. Its selection as a finalist in Google's Developer Student Clubs Solution Challenge demonstrates our students' capacity for impactful innovation.
  • The Summer Business Institute provided valuable college educational experiences to high school students from diverse backgrounds, aligning with our commitment to inclusivity and community engagement.
  • Our inaugural School of Business Senior Capstone Showcase highlighted students' ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical business challenges, offering insights and solutions to local Portland businesses.
  • The Human Resource Management Association won the prestigious SHRM Outstanding Chapter Award, one of only 12 chapter awards nationwide, underscores our leadership in human resource management education.
  • Three business faculty members were ranked among the top 100,000 most-cited researchers globally in the latest Stanford-Elsevier rankings, highlighting the impact and relevance of our academic research.
  • Our Career Center reported strong outcomes, with 92% of undergraduates and 93% of graduates securing full-time employment or continuing their education within 3-6 months of graduation.
  • Our community has generously supported our students and our mission, with 339 donors contributing a total of $2,664,799, including $542,999 awarded in scholarships to 179 deserving students.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our donors, alumni, partners, and supporters. Your unwavering commitment and generosity have been instrumental in driving our success and enabling us to deliver exceptional education and research.

Looking ahead, The School of Business remains committed to fostering innovation, excellence, and community impact. We are excited about the opportunities and challenges that await us and are determined to continue advancing our goals with renewed vigor and strategic focus.

Together, we will continue to redefine business practices, transform lives, and set new standards for business education. Thank you for being an integral part of our journey and for your ongoing support.

Sincerely,

Qing Hu, Ph.D.
Marilyn and Gerry Cameron Dean


Innovation

Karl Miller Center

Portland State Online Programs Receive Top Rankings from U.S. News

U.S. News & World Report recently announced its 2023 Rankings for the Best Online Programs, and Portland State University’s Undergraduate Business program is ranked in the top 13% nationwide, securing the 24th position out of a total of 214 programs evaluated. This recognition highlights the program's excellence and dedication to providing high-quality online education for students pursuing a business degree.

Hearbat team

Hearbat: PSU Students' App for the Hearing Impaired shines in Google's Global Solutions Competition

Students launched HearBat, an innovative app designed to address the shortage of robust auditory word recognition tools for cochlear implant users. Recognizing this gap, they seized the opportunity to create an enjoyable yet empirically-grounded platform. HearBat's was selected as one of 100 finalists from over 1,000 competitors in Google's Developer Student Clubs Solution Challenge.

Cleantech Entrepreunship Challenge Winners

The PSU Center for Entrepreneurship Hosted the Highly Anticipated 2024 Finals of The Cleantech Challenge

On March 29th, the PSU Center for Entrepreneurship hosted the 2024 Finals of the Cleantech Challenge at the Native American Student and Community Center. This event marked the culmination of weeks of hard work and dedication from some of PSU’s most talented and innovative students, showcasing their creative solutions and groundbreaking ideas in the field of clean technology.


Engagement

Killian Pacific Partnership

Killian Pacific Expands Partnership with The Center for Real Estate

Killian Pacific and The Center for Real Estate have announced a new collaboration pacing the way for the next generation of real estate leaders. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to student success, diversity, and innovation, setting the stage for impactful initiatives.

Summer Business Institute Group

The Summer Business Institute (SBI)

The Summer Business Institute, hosted in the heart of downtown Portland at Portland State University, is an overnight 10-day program for high school students to experience college life, focus on relationship building and personal and professional development, and explore the world of business.

Senior Business Capstone Showcase

2024 First Annual Capstone Showcase

On June 6 students, faculty and community members gathered for the 1st Annual School of Business Senior Capstone Showcase. Students presented their community-based insights, discussed the challenges they encountered, and offered recommendations for local Portland businesses.


Impact

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Human Resource Management Association Wins Prestigious SHRM Outstanding Chapter Award

This highly competitive award recognizes the exceptional achievements of SHRM student chapters nationwide. The PSU HRMA group is one of only 12 chapters to receive this distinguished honor, solidifying its position as a leader in the field of human resource management.

 

MBA Alum Students

Creating a Business to make Business Better                                                      

The Impact Collective was founded by MBA alums Rebecca Goldcrump and Sarah Holdeman to help organizations with B Corp certification/recertification, long-term impact strategy, impact storytelling, and leadership coaching. The mission: to empower whole humans and whole organizations to actualize their vision of a better world. 

PSU Researcher

25 PSU Faculty Members Ranked Among Most-Cited Science Researchers

25 PSU faculty members were ranked among the top 100,000 most-cited science researchers in the world in 2022, according to an update to a database released last month.The Standford-Elsevier rankings, produced by John P.A. Ioannidis of Stanford University, was compiled using Scopus data and published in the Elsevier Data Repository on October 4, 2023.


Donors and Scholarships

School of Business Donors

Accounting Alum Leo Kahn Leaves a Legacy of Generosity

Leo Kahn ‘64, a distinguished figure in accounting and philanthropy, left behind a legacy of dedication to higher education. A recent estate gift left by Leo and Phyllis Kahn will support accounting students within the PSU School of Business.

New Scholarship Supports the Next Generation of Business Leaders

The School of Business proudly launched the Therese Hampton Endowed Scholarship for Economics and Business. The scholarship supports business and economics students in their academic careers at PSU and aims to inspire students to propel positive social change after graduation.

Jackie Bell Scholarship Continues PSU Alum's Spirit of Caring and Philanthropy

Friends and family of Jackie Bell created a scholarship in her honor at The School of Business. In the past 10 years, the Jackie Bell Endowed Scholarship has gifted more than $65,000 to 19 students.

Daimler Truck North America Commits $1.3M to Support PSU

Daimler Truck North America has made a $1.3 million philanthropic investment to support faculty and students in Portland State University’s School of Business and its Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science.