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Portland State wouldn’t be the same without the PSU Advocates, a network of tireless alumni and supporters who promote the University whenever and wherever they’re needed. Indeed, PSU might not even exist. Here are four times the Advocates came together to shore up PSU against threats both existential and symbolic.

When COVID-19 hit, Rashad Floyd ’00 found himself grounded. Usually, the former PSU football star and professional football player crisscrossed the country with his production company, Heart and Hustle, creating videos for clients like Nike, the NFL and the NBA. Now, they needed to pivot to stories close to home.

This issue’s Bookshelf features works of fantasy, nonfiction, poetry and music from Professor Dustin Morrow, Tim Tran ’88, Candace Jane Opper MFA ’12, Kellie Doherty MS ’16, and Professor Ryan Petteway.

From extreme fire to vanishing ice, Portland State scientists are tracking the region’s transformation.

As is fitting for a university in a city renowned for its bike infrastructure, Portland State is a hub of world-class transportation research. Much of this is conducted at PSU’s Transportation Research and Education Center (TREC).

A new program explores the intersection of costuming, sculpture and fashion.

February marked a milestone for Portland State: our 75th anniversary. President Percy considers the work ahead.

Loving and...not loving the fall issue; the inspiring Miriam McKee; imagining a more affordable education; the high price of textbooks and more.

Three Portland State faculty reflect on the past year as the world lived through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Portland State scientists are tackling environmental issues around the globe. Here’s a sampling of recent research by faculty and students.

Portland State’s 75th anniversary kicked off on Founders’ Day, Feb. 14. We’ll celebrate this incredible milestone in our University’s history all year, beginning virtually, with the hope that fall opens up possibilities for in-person activities.

Portland State Magazine was recognized with two regional awards from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). The Spring 2020 issue—a reader favorite, according to survey data—won a gold award for best magazine on a limited budget.