Gerontological Society of America Student Chapter at PSU

Who is the PSU Gerontological Society of America Student Chapter?

We are an interdisciplinary group of students who study or aim to work in or alongside the field of aging. We are connected to the Gerontological Society of America - Emerging Scholar and Professional Organization & a network of other GSA Student Chapters.

Mission

Cultivate excellence in interdisciplinary aging research and education to advance innovations in practice and policy.

Vision

Meaningful Lives As We Age

Who can become a GSA Student Chapter member?

This is open to any full-time, part-time, or fellowship student at Portland State University who is interested in joining.

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Current Officers (2024-2025)

President: Jeannette Sager

Vice President: Tianzhan Shu

Secretary: Anna Gibbons

Treasurer: Max Goldman

Faculty Advisor

Serena Hasworth, MPH, Research Associate & Better with Age Program Director, Institute on Aging

Questions?

Email us at betterwithage@pdx.edu

Guiding Principles

Create interdisciplinary awareness and collaboration across campus including events, projects, and workshops.
Promote our position as an Age-Friendly University and combat ageism by collaborating with the Senior Adult Learning Center and other older adults on campus.
Prioritize diverse membership and social connectedness by centering the voices of marginalized older adults and connecting with campus resource centers.

Past Officers

2023-2024: Samantha Stevens, President; Maria Garibay, Vice President; Lauren Neely, Secretary

What is the Gerontological Society of America?

The oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization devoted to research, education, and practice in the field of aging. Learn more at https://www.geron.org/