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Campus bike culture about to see new life
An expanded bike co-op could cement PSU as a staple cycling destination
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With new bicycling facilities scheduled for construction, biking-related research being conducted and an ever-growing cyclist population, Portland State is becoming an integral part of Portland's bicycle culture, say PSU staff and students.
Zombies, on the march!
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Portland-area residents came out in droves dressed as members of the undead for Portland's third annual Zombie Walk. Zombie participants lurched their way from Pioneer Courthouse Square through downtown for the event, looking to feast on brains as they made their way towards Chinatown.
Sustainable skies
A team of PSU researchers helps make the Portland International Airport more sustainable
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Through a partnership with Portland State on a variety of sustainable projects, Portland International Airport has garnered a "best airport for business travelers" award from a well-known travel magazine for the second consecutive year.
How does OSPIRG spend your money?
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About $100,000 of the money that former student group OSPIRG received from PSU this year will go to operations outside of Portland State, according to financial documents provided by the research and advocacy group.
Sustainability programs may see cash boost
New legislation would give $50 million for college environmental programs
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A new bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would start a $50 million grant program to help fund sustainability research and development initiatives at Portland State and colleges across the nation.
Center for water science studies now on campus
Relocated center will give Portland State increased research opportunities
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A government center that studies water quality, supply and other water-related issues recently relocated to Portland State, providing further research opportunities for the university.
Not your typical professor
Gwynn Johnson's whimsical personality shines when she isn't focused on research
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When Gwynn Johnson leaves home each morning for the Portland State campus, she always tells herself she is going to school, not to work.
The ancient art of words
Third annual storytelling festival unites Native American groups from Western U.S., Canada
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Before a backdrop of colorful blankets and a large, painted animal skin, Salista Williams, 12, and Aiyanna Brown, 9, danced on a small stage to the accompanying music of the Splac-ta Alla (People of the Valley) Drum Group.
Former police chief speaks on racial profiling
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Former Portland Police Chief Derrick Foxworth spoke on behalf of the Portland Police Bureau, opposite a representative of a local advocacy group, at a lecture about racial profiling held at Portland State yesterday.
Rare Japanese art visits PSU
Prints made from artist's woodcarvings based on Japanese version of opera
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Tsukioka Kogyo was one of the last artists in Japan to create woodblock prints depicting Noh Theater, and the Littman Gallery on the second floor of Smith Memorial Student Union will be displaying some of this rare art during the month of November.
Battle of Beliefs
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Hundreds of students jeered at and argued with members of a Christian evangelical group called Bible Believers U.S.A. in the Park Blocks Tuesday.
Men Against Rape begins new assault-prevention program
Interruptions workshops aim to help prevent oppressive behavior
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The Men Against Rape student group at Portland State recently held its first "Interruptions" workshop, a program that aims to teach participants how to deal with and react to oppressive or sexist behavior.
New sociology doctorate to begin fall 2008
Health and social inequality issues are the focus of new program
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After many years of careful planning and deliberation, the sociology department at Portland State received state approval for a doctorate program, to begin next fall.
State liquor board might let minors in over-21 venues
Majority of attendees at OLCC hearing in favor of changing rules for minors
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At least 20 people gathered at the Oregon Liquor Control Commission's (OLCC) offices Oct. 30 for a public hearing regarding a proposal that would allow for minors to patronize venues that do not primarily serve alcohol.
New student voice may solve health care cost problems
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A student board that approves Portland State's student health insurance plan has formed, which a student government member says will ensure that there is a student voice in the cost of next year's insurance plan.
Student-run publishing house to host workshop
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Ooligan Press will hold an open house at the Portland State Native American Student and Community Center on Wednesday with workshops and readings to help students and staff understanding how the PSU publishing program operates.
A month to promote trans-awareness
Trans-Awareness Month, lasting all of November, aims to increase visibility
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As a part of November's Trans-Awareness Month, the PSU Queer Resource Center will hold informational workshops, movie nights and a candlelight vigil in memory of the individuals who have suffered due to anti-transgender crimes and prejudice.
SFC to hold final "Off the Record" forum Thursday
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The Student Fee Committee will hold the second and last of its open-forum series Thursday at 4 p.m. with the focus geared toward general students.
Sustainability from a KEEN point of view
KEEN Footwear to use documentary to promote sustainability and student involvement with tour
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KEEN Footwear is scheduled to show its documentary STAND, which focuses on sustainability and student involvement, this Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in room 228 of Smith Memorial Student Union.
News briefs
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The Public Employees Benefit Board (PEBB) is offering free flu vaccination for Portland State faculty and staff today from 1 to 5 p.m. in room 296 of Smith Memorial Student Union.
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This Wednesday evening, discussions about racism will go where no racism talks have gone before: into a lecture that will focus on the ideas of racial supremacy in science-fiction movies.
Health officials to discuss impact of climate change
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Portland State students and community members can learn more about the health implications of increasing climate change in a lecture to be presented by the director of the National Center for Environmental Health on campus Thursday.
Business school to host international conference
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The School of Business Administration at Portland State is hosting a two-day conference starting Thursday in recognition of its new Center for Design and Innovation for Business and Sustainability.
Portland rates high on "America's Favorite Cities" national survey
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Portland received high marks in several categories in a recent survey by CNN and Travel + Leisure magazine rating the top 25 cities across the United States for various areas of interest.
Filipino student group to host music showcase
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The third annual Da Kaibigan showcase, featuring local and regional musical talents, will be held Tuesday at Portland State.
Oregon Students of Color Coalition to celebrate 10th anniversary at MCC
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The Oregon Students of Color Coalition, a local race-advocacy group, will celebrate its 10th anniversary this Friday at Portland State.
Crime Blotter
Car break-ins are en vogue once again
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A restroom wall and baby-changing station were damaged.
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Oregon Active, a charity organization involved with recreational activities such as bungee jumping and rock climbing, is holding a scavenger hunt event starting downtown in Pioneer Courthouse Square on Sunday, Nov. 4.
