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Three ciThree side by side circles, each with pictures of a Native educator, set on green background with text: Native Educators lead the way in Portland
November 5th 2024

Changing the narrative: Native educators lead the way in Portland schools

Growing up in Vancouver, Wash., Ian Twiss couldn’t envision himself as...
Student teacher sits at table in classroom with reading lesson held up with two elementary school children seated with her.
September 19th 2024

PSU partners with Tigard-Tualatin School District on innovative summer practicum for special education teacher candidates

With special education facing a nationwide teacher shortage and elementary...
Photo of Lillian Martz in front of green hedge with text: Lillian Martz, Assistant Professor, Counselor Education
September 18th 2024

Lillian Martz joins the COE as assistant professor in Counselor Education

We are excited to welcome Lillian Martz, Ph.D., PCLC, to PSU. She joins the...
Image of O&M with their hand on the shoulder of a DeafBlind student, offering hands-on assistance at a crosswalk.
September 3rd 2024

PSU awarded $1.25 million to prepare orientation and mobility specialists to support deafblind students

Individuals who are DeafBlind or have multiple disabilities face unique challenges...
Diverse Group of Multiethnic Young and Senior Adults Working as a Group In an Office Setting
August 5th 2024

PSU receives $1.9 million to enhance professional development for secondary educators

Improving outcomes for students with disabilities as they transition from...
Photo of Cassie Hulse against brown background with text: Cassie Hulse, Director, Oregon Center for Career Development
August 1st 2024

Cassie Hulse hired as Director of Oregon Center for Career Development in Childhood Care and Education

We are pleased to announce Cassie Hulse as the new director of the Oregon...
Maneka Brooks
June 3rd 2024

Maneka Brooks named Dean of PSU College of Education

Portland State University named Maneka Deanna Brooks as the Dean of the...
Graduate Spotlight: Kaley Wilcox with photo
June 3rd 2024

Graduate Spotlight: Kaley Wilcox

Kaley Wilcox arrived at PSU excited to study theater and the arts. “All...
Graduate Spotlight: Veronica Schrader banner with photo
June 3rd 2024

Graduate Spotlight: Veronica Schrader

For Veronica Schrader, returning to school after a successful career as...
Graduate Spotlight: Senna Dillsi banner with photo
June 3rd 2024

Graduate Spotlight: Senna Dillsi

Senna Dillsi, the daughter of Palestinian Americans, grew up in Eastern Washington,...
Graduate Spotlight: Nelly PATIÑO-Cabrera banner with photo
June 3rd 2024

Graduate Spotlight: Nelly Patiño-Cabrera

Nelly Patiño-Cabrera was advocating for equity in education well before...
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May 21st 2024

Currently Accolades: Published/Exhibited for May 28, 2024

Talya Bauer and Berrin Erdogan, Business faculty, and Donald Truxillo, Psychology...