ADMINISTRATIVE BRIEFING
The Administrative Briefing is a once-a-term gathering for PSU employees to hear from leadership about major university priorities, ask questions, and participate in discussion.
*New for 2026-27: Each briefing will include 20-30 minutes of in-depth discussion on a chosen topic.
Location: ASRC 515 & Zoom
Time: 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Dates:
Oct. 21, 2026 - Establishing a Staff Council
Feb. 17, 2027
April 21, 2027
PSU SHOWCASE
PSU Showcase is a monthly series highlighting the people, projects, and collaborations that help Portland State achieve its mission. Each session features presentations from across campus, giving employees a chance to learn what other teams are working on and find connections between their work and the work of others.
Location: Smith Memorial Student Union 327/8/9
Time: 12:45 - 1:25 p.m.
Dates & Topics:
Nov. 10, 2026 - Enrollment Recovery & Growth Plan
Jan. 27, 2027 - Campus Climate Survey Action Plan
March 4, 2027 - TBD
May 5, 2027 - PSU in the City
THIRD THURSDAY FACULTY SEMINAR SERIES
President Ann Cudd is hosting Third Thursday Faculty Seminars as a way to showcase the breadth and depth of expertise among PSU faculty. On every third Thursday, we’ll bring together three faculty members from different disciplines to share their unique perspectives on an important issue of the day. It’s an opportunity to learn, share and socialize across our schools, colleges and departments and celebrate the excellence of our faculty.
Location: Vanport Room (SMSU 338) at Smith Memorial Student Union
Time: 12:45 - 1:25 p.m.
Dates & Topics:
October 15: Elections
November 19: AI
January 21: TBD
February 18: TBD
March 18: TBD
April 15: TBD