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PSU’s redesigned Elementary Education program prepares diverse teacher set

Portland State’s newly redesigned Elementary Education program is graduating its first cohort of diverse, mission-driven educators. By removing systemic roadblocks and offering dual undergraduate and graduate paths, the program prepares versatile teachers who mirror and deeply connect with Oregon’s diverse student populations.

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What is a heat dome? PSU scientists establish clear definition

Portland State climate scientists Paul Loikith and Siiri Bigalke have coauthored a new study formally defining "heat domes" from a meteorological perspective. Published in Weather and Climate Extremes, the research clarifies how atmospheric circulation drives these severe events, helping the public better understand extreme heat.

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Downtown Portland’s First Off-Leash Dog Park Opens at PSU

PSU has transformed a vacant lot into Valhowlla, downtown Portland’s only gated dog park. Opened during PSU’s recent Placemakers Exchange, the park at SW 11th and Market serves as a community “front porch” to PSU, creating a vibrant gathering space for neighbors, students, and visitors alike.

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