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April 30th 2021

Race and ethnic studies requirement would prepare students to 'become better citizens'

In the wake of the 1960s civil rights movement, ethnic studies emerged as...

April 23rd 2021

PSU announces recipients of prestigious university research and mentoring awards

Portland State University announces the 2021 awards for excellence for research, graduate mentoring and research administration. The awards are among the university's highest honors. They recognize and incentivize PSU faculty and staff...

April 21st 2021

Graphic design program creates space, opportunity for BIPOC community

After months of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing Black Lives Matter...

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April 21st 2021

PSU research center earns national fellowship to address homelessness

Portland State University’s Homelessness Research & Action Collaborative...

April 20th 2021

Portland State Board approves 2.5% undergraduate tuition increase

The Portland State University Board of Trustees on Tuesday unanimously approved a 2.5% increase to in-state undergraduate tuition for the 2021-22 academic year. The increase equates to $4.75 per credit hour. The approved tuition increase, along with an overall university-wide budget cut of...

April 19th 2021

PSU Mourns the Passing of Rep. Elizabeth Furse

Portland State University leaders were saddened to learn today about the passing of Elizabeth Furse whose years of service as a Congresswoman and leader in Oregon will not be soon forgotten. A champion of Native American rights and tribal...