Your Support Makes A Difference

Giving to the College of Urban and Public Affairs is a recognition of the college’s transformative education and the enriching opportunities that develop leaders with the skills and readiness to impact communities, and the world. Our students go on to create a better world through participation and collaboration, working locally while also thinking about the larger implications of their work, seeking ways to improve our global community.

Established Funds

Student Hardship Fund
The CUPA Student Hardship Fund from the dean's office provides students with flexible funds to ensure a financial setback does not mean the end of their academic goals. Your support will help students fill gaps in their financial aid; cover the cost of transportation, groceries, or childcare; or take care of other challenges that may arise.

The Nick Fish Memorial Fund for Leadership Endowment
Nick Fish (1958-2020) was a devoted friend of PSU's Hatfield School, serving on the advisory board and various committees over the years. Nick counted Dr. Nohad Toulan, the school's founding dean, as a dear friend and mentor. The College of Urban and Public Affairs is proud to award this scholarship each year in recognition of Nick's outstanding service in public life, including his service as Portland City Commissioner from 2008-2020. Gifts to this memorial fund will help us establish an endowed scholarship in Nick's memory, supporting students enrolled in PSU's Hatfield School of Government into perpetuity.

For more information, email us at give@psuf.org, or call 503-725-5031.