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  • Her Name is LaMoosh: Alum’s memoir up for award

    Her Name is LaMoosh: Alum’s memoir up for award

    Alum Linda Meanus, who is 73, has published her own book, up for an Oregon Book Award. The words in the book are her own — but it was a collaborative storytelling effort with fellow alum Lily Hart ’18 and Prof. Katy Barber that helped bring it to life. Read more

  • Faculty Spotlight on Civil Engineering Professor Diane Moug: Scientist, Mentor and Trailblazer  

    Faculty Spotlight on Civil Engineering Professor Diane Moug: Scientist, Mentor and Trailblazer  

    Civil Engineering Professor Diane Moug’s career trajectory emphasizes a dedication to both research and mentorship.  Moug discovered the field of geological engineering as an undergraduate student, and found a job post-graduation working to abate the uncertainty in geotechnical engineering. One of her memorable projects involved investigating a site for mine waste storage in a seismically… Read more

  • Empowering Girls and Changing the World

    Empowering Girls and Changing the World

    Happy Women’s History Month! To recognize and celebrate the value and contributions of women and girls to society, we are highlighting the PSU capstone course GirlPower!, taught by Professor Sally Eck. GirlPower! is not your average class. Over the course of a term, PSU students in the University Studies track work closely with a group… Read more

  • Conversing and Collaging with Contemporary Artist Jay Lynn Gomez

    Conversing and Collaging with Contemporary Artist Jay Lynn Gomez

    In late February, the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at PSU (JSMA at PSU) invited nationally recognized, contemporary visual artist Jay Lynn Gomez to campus to facilitate a student art-making workshop and participate in the museum’s first “Art in Conversation” event, featuring PSU students and faculty in conversation with contemporary visual artists.  Read more

  • Pathway to Success: A Guide for Undecided Students

    Pathway to Success: A Guide for Undecided Students

    If you find the idea of committing to a major overwhelming, you’re not alone. Some students know exactly what they want to do after graduation, but for many of us, the decision is unclear. The good news is if you’re struggling to pick a major, you have options! Hopefully, this guide can help you navigate… Read more

  • Finals Study Tips and Treats

    Finals Study Tips and Treats

    Feeling stressed about finals? The Learning Center can help, and has some great tips to share to prepare you for the end of the term. Plus, you can visit the Learning Center on the second floor of Millar Library for access to tutoring and academic support services that are always free for students.  You’ll definitely… Read more