PSU Resources
To be a truly inclusive and welcoming campus it is crucial that we recognize the importance of a growth mindset for all members of our community. Whether administrators, faculty, staff, or students, we are challenged to continue to evolve alongside our campus community while acting on equity and racial justice. We encourage you to participate in diversity education & learning opportunities that work with your schedule.
Contact GDI to arrange sessions specific to your unit, department, school, student group etc. In the past we have explored topics such as microaggressions, implicit bias, developing inclusive workplaces and adopting an equity lens.
This office manages accommodations for students and employees with disabilities.
PSU Driver Authorization Forms should be retained by the employee's department.
Employees seeking authorization to operate high occupancy vans (vans which hold more than nine passengers) must first complete the process to become an authorized university vehicle driver. Once this process is complete there are additional requirements for obtaining high occupancy van driver authorization.
Self-register for and complete the PSU High Occupancy Van Operator Safety Training in Canvas.
Complete the PSU High Occupancy Driver Authorization Form.
- Verify PSU Driver Authorization Form is completed
- Verify High Occupancy Van Operator Safety training is completed
- Driver and department approver signs and submits to Risk Management
- Risk Management approves and signs
- Forms may be submitted to Don Johansen (johansed@pdx.edu)
- Form is retained in department files
- Renew authorization form every two years; consists of an interview between the supervisor and employee to confirm the information on the original form
Employees may not operate a high occupancy van until Risk Management returns the approved form.
PSU Driver Authorization Forms should be retained by the employee's department.
Boating Safety Resources
Oregon State Marine Board - All boaters who operate a motorboat with over 10 horsepower (hp) must obtain an Oregon Boaters Education card
Complete a Float Plan for every trip.
Paddle craft safety training is recommended for kayaking and canoeing.
Resources for Dealing with Harassment and Misconduct
Medical Resources
Information on how to disclose a disability and about disability resources at PSU can be found at the Disability Resource Center.
In the past, Portland State University participated in harmful practices of taking Native American belongings and ancestors. This is a history that we are not proud of, but we accept it as our legacy and our responsibility. Portland State University is fully committed to returning all of the Native American ancestors and cultural items in our custody in an appropriate and timely manner.
To ensure we reach these goals, Portland State University now retains a NAGPRA Coordinator to manage all NAGPRA-related affairs. The NAGPRA Coordinator is overseen by the Vice President for Research & Graduate Studies. Portland State University is also working to establish new policies, procedures, and training to prevent similar harm from happening again.
If you have any questions about Portland State University’s NAGPRA efforts or any formal NAGPRA requests, please send an email to Reno Nims (NAGPRA Coordinator) at nagpra@pdx.edu.
Appendices
PSU Field Work Training and Resource Checklist
Appendix 1: Training scenarios for managing interpersonal conflicts
Appendix 2: Field safety incident and near-miss log
Appendix 3: List of recommended safety equipment to bring in a field vehicle
Appendix 4: Field safety plan
Appendix 5: List of first aid kit essentials
Appendix 6: What to do in a medical emergency
Appendix 7: Field Trip Waiver
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