Centers of Excellence
At The School of Business, our Centers of Excellence are catalysts for innovation, impact, and collaboration. Aligned with our mission to deliver transformative research and education, these centers enhance academic programs, empower faculty expertise, and foster meaningful partnerships across the community.
Focus Area: Social Innovation & Social Entrepreneurship
Our Social Innovation & Social Entrepreneurship initiatives are designed to strengthen organizations, develop entrepreneurial leaders, and spark lasting social change.
This area of excellence reflects our deep commitment to using business as a force for good. As a proud member of the prestigious Ashoka U Changemaker Campus consortium, Portland State University is recognized as a global leader in advancing social impact through higher education.