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With every step, a move toward victory
2007 PSU Fit Club winner working, exercising hard for second victory
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Each second of every day, Toeutu Faaleava racks his brain to solve complex formulas.
He contemplates a route to and from the Goose Hallow MAX station, where he rides to work at Portland State every day, in order to maximize the number of steps he takes. He considers how much of a workout he could get by strolling over to a colleague's office instead of shooting them an e-mail. He parks his car as far away from store entrances as possible.
"I try to create new ways to lose weight, and integrate them into my daily routine," Faaleava said.
Focused on climate change
Thousands gather for climate change update as part of 'Focus the Nation'
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State officials told a packed house of students and community members their goals to create a more sustainable world by implementing efforts such as using less petroleum and relieving U.S. dependence on fossil fuels during the annual "Focus the Nation" event last night.
OSA decision still pending
Despite opposition, Soto optimistic about passing structure change to OSA
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CORVALLIS--PSU Student Body President Rudy Soto skirted questions Friday about whether he planned to withhold more than $100,000 that student government would contribute to the Oregon Student Association next year, after a discussion about his proposal to alter the organization's internal structure.
Phishing for student info
Recent e-mail scam, known as 'phishing,' targets at least four Portland State students
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At least four students fell victim to the latest e-mail scam sent in the guise of a message from PSU, prompting the IT Help Desk to release an e-mail alert to all students and faculty in January.
Late at night? Alone? Call the PDX Bike Militia
Locals create new bike escort service to keep cyclists safe with a friendly ride
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Last month, a new Portland bike escort service began, providing cyclists who must ride at night a bike buddy to accompany them on their trip.
The Portland Bike Militia, a group created last year, runs the bike escort service and came together with the goals of increasing cyclist safety and providing a sense of community among bikers, they say.
With an e-mail sent 24 hours in advance to pdxbikemilitia@riseup.net, Militia members said they would provide cyclists with a free escort.
SFC discusses removing member Cho from office
Committee questions whether Hyung Cho has fulfilled his job duties
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In a tense and confrontational meeting, the Student Fee Committee discussed voting "no confidence" against member Hyung Cho, because some members say he has avoided his job duties.
Cho denies the allegations.
Through health comes a calling
Health insurance on campus one of many passions of student leader Nick Walden Poublon
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His first migraine hit almost three years ago. At the time, Nick Walden Poublon didn't understand what caused it. He was a 24-year-old college student with an active lifestyle and a clean bill of health.
The migraines became more frequent and intense. Walden Poublon was thrust into a life of endless doctor's appointments and mounting physical pain. His arms and legs would ache, the pain radiating through his body.
Mentor program director fired after department restructuring
Candyce Reynolds loses job after nine years in University Studies
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The director of the University Studies mentor program was fired from her position last week, and says she plans to file a grievance with the Portland State faculty union because of her termination.
Ten years later, Walk of the Heroines breaks ground
After many false starts, construction on the path celebrating women begins
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The plans for Walk of the Heroines were written on a napkin a decade ago.
And with the scoop of a shovel into the dirt of a garden resting in front of Hoffmann Hall Thursday afternoon, plans for the tribute to women who have contributed to society and daily life moved one step closer to fruition.
Finding a brighter outlook
Experts say there are ways out of serious depression
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Many people suffer from depression every day. For students, college can be a stressful environment, which can bring down your mood. However, while most people go through the occasional bout of feeling down or depressed, depressive disorders are recurring and can be long lasting, emotionally draining or damaging.
Want to ditch the itch? Visit SHAC
Don't let STIs go untreated, use the many resources available around Portland
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Herpes. Syphilis. Gonorrhea. Do you have them? Do you know someone who does?
You will probably be happy to know that most sexually transmitted infections can in fact be treated, and there are a number of resources at your disposal to learn about your infection and to help lessen the risk of going out and infecting someone else.
RecycleMania turns trash into competition
Portland State enters third year of 10-week national recycling competition
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Gather up your empty bottles, old newspapers and used soup cans because it's time for RecycleMania, the annual 10-week-long recycling competition between PSU and more than 400 colleges nationwide.
OSA to debate Soto's proposal
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The Oregon Student Association will decide tonight whether to implement ASPSU's proposal that would create a new board within OSA and would alter the internal structure of the organization.
Portland State health insurance restructuring forum Fri.
Student input sought in examining strengths, weaknesses of insurance
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Students will be able to give feedback and opinions about Portland State's health insurance at a forum tomorrow as an effort for increased student input on PSU health insurance and rate setting, student government officials say.
Legislature returns to capital for first special session
Insurance, police funding, state budget among topics in month-long session
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The state legislature began its first-ever special session this week to help manage budget issues such as increased health insurance coverage for children, improvements to water sources and more funding for state troopers.
Marching to the beat of a different drum
Love of rhythm came early for Joel Bluestone, PSU percussion coordinator
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He was always interested in music, but in fourth grade, when Joel Bluestone heard his neighbor playing rock drums, he was ensnared by the beat.
Answered! - Irrelevant information that you need to know
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We all love free movies. And we especially love free movies that are actually good. So it makes sense that we love Portland State's student-run movie theater, Fifth Avenue Cinema.
Future of PSU campus safety up for debate
Committee hopes campus safety models will spark discussion at forum Thursday
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Portland State's safety committee, formed after the events at Virginia Tech, is holding a public forum tomorrow to get opinions on whether PSU Public Safety should become a full-fledged police department, let officers carry firearms and increase officer training.
Unhooked: Cutting your addictions
Eliminating the crutch of vices through self-control
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2008 could be a year for many PSU students to cut back on their addictions.
Maybe it's cutting back on alcohol, cigarettes or hard drugs. Whatever your vice, there are many ways to make a healthier and less addicted you this year.
Changing routines: foods and habits to quit for health
Advice from the Vanguard's resident food expert
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Deciding to eat healthy doesn't mean re-making your entire diet. There are a handful of changes you can make right now to get yourself on track, and fortunately, they are inexpensive, quick and relatively easy.
Fish sees victory in education
City council candidate Nick Fish says if elected, he would keep student costs down, bring faculty pay up
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City council candidate Nick Fish has many connections to Portland State, both personal and political.
Fish, 49, is looking to fill resigning Commissioner Erik Sten's seat and concentrate on housing and education issues, two subjects he said are at the spearhead of his campaign.
In short
After being vacant for almost four months, the campus sustainability coordinator position was filled yesterday by Noelle Studer, former sustainability coordinator for Portland Community College.
Crime Blotter
Thief tries to steal car, makes off with set of prescription eyeglasses
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Car break-in, wiring hanging out of steering wheel compartment and metal object found lodged in ignition. Prescription eyeglasses taken.
SMSU budget hits the wall
Smith Center must appeal for funds after confusion over room rental fee
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The SFC zero funded Smith Memorial Student Union's budget Jan. 31, the committee said, after Auxiliary Services failed to notify the SMSU advisory board of a possible $50 room rental fee for SFC departments.
In short
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The Student Fee Committee is allowing the student-run Zine Resource Center to file a budget appeal, after miscommunications between the committee and the adviser of PSU's student publications left the center initially zero-funded.
Crime Blotter
Skateboarding is not a crime, except for when it is
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(Times and dates are when incident was reported.) 01/24/08 Parking Structure 1 - 11:13 a.m. Phillip McCurdy was arrested for allegedly breaking into a car. 01/25/08 Ondine ANNEX - 4:45 p.m. Items stolen from unlocked room. 01/26/08 Ondine Housing - 4:45 p.
In short
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The student senate voted to endorse Student Body President Rudy Soto's proposal that would alter the structure of the Oregon Student Association on Monday with a unanimous vote and four abstentions.
