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VOLUME 70 | ISSUE 7 | AUGUST 4, 2015

PSU ORIENTATION GUIDE

2015– 2016

ANIME CLUB NEEDS YOU!

FANS WANTED COSPLAYERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS, GAMERS, CREATORS, SPEAKERS, LEADERS, AND MANY MORE! We offer opportunities for students with varying interests in Japanese visuals to be active and productive members of the Anime Culture of PSU and Portland!

Meetings begin September 30th Find out more at:

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Viking Days September 21-26

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CLASS ON PORTLAND’S

TUITION PAYMENT

SYSTEM p17

OPTIONS & STUDENT

LEGENDARY TRANSIT

LOANS 101 p4

FIND A BE T TER FRAME

ASPSU 101 p5

TO CAMPUS p18

KEEP YOUR DATES

GE T YOURSELF

STRAIGHT, NEWBIE! p6

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THE FRESH BUÐLUNGR OF PORTLAND A VERY BRIEF HISTORY OF PORTLAND STATE Lisa Dunn

Break out your beanies and scarves. You’ve just enrolled

in the third-most hipster school in the United States, according to College Magazine. That’s right. Portland State—home of 28,241 undergraduate and postgraduate students, fierce mascot Victor E. Viking and world-class research programs—is one of the coffee-drinking-est, flannel-wearing-est, bike-riding-est schools in the nation, a fact which our president Wim Wiewel once tweeted with pride.

Located on a 50-acre stretch of verdant land in southwest Portland’s University District, PSU is a stone’s throw away from all the bike paths and microbreweries you could ever want. It is fresher than Will Smith in a sideways hat.

But it wasn’t always that way.

Let’s take a journey back to 1946, where it all began.

1946: Founded as Vanport Extension Center, the school is located in Vanport City on the edge of the Columbia River. Established in order for returning World War II veterans to use their G.I. Bills, Vanport offers two-year programs with tuition and fees totaling only $50 per term. Enrollment quickly balloons from a couple hundred students in June to around 1,500 by October.

1948: The Vanport Flood displaces thousands of residents and the school, which temporarily relocates to Grant High School.

1951–2: Vanport Extension Center changes its name to Portland State Extension Center.

1953: After moving several times in the years after the flood, Portland State Extension Center permanently relocates to its current location on the Park Blocks in Southwest Portland.

1955: Portland State Extension Center starts offering four-year degrees and changes its name to Portland State College.

1957–1963: Smith Memorial Student Union, the center of student life, is built in four phases.

1968: Branford Price Millar Library is built.

1969: Portland State College becomes Portland State University.

1989–1991: Millar doubles in size, and its signature concave wall of windows is built.

1993: Portland State introduces University Studies, a four-year, multidisciplinary general education plan that starts with freshman inquiry and ends with senior capstone.

2008: President Wim Wiewel takes the helm.

Over the past 69 years, PSU developed into the sustainability-focused, public research university that you see before you: from 221 students in the summer of 1946 to almost 29,000 students, eight schools and 226 degree programs today.

TUITION PAYMENT OPTIONS & STUDENT LOANS 101 Colleen Leary Welcome to Portland State, you adorable newbie Viking, you.

If you’re brand new to PSU, there’s plenty to sort through: navigating the ins-and-outs of an urban campus, deciphering your new class schedule that’s in military time for some clock-forsaken reason, determining which textbooks you actually need to lug around campus, connecting with others you might want to hang out with for more than five minutes and finding the best chill spots.

It can all be pretty exciting and overwhelming. Make sure you don’t forget to pay your bills in the midst of all the hustle and bustle.

We’d all love for higher education to be tuition-free, but for now we’re still living in a post-Yeezus, pre-universal education world.

PAY THE MAN Tuition, housing and all other fees are due to the university on the sixth of the month at the start of each term, which typically falls in the first or second week of classes.

For fall 2015, classes begin Sept. 28, so the deadline to pay your bill is Oct. 6.

Not sure how much you owe? You can track your student account by signing into your myPSU Banweb through my.pdx.edu.

If your tuition is covered by financial aid and all your paperwork is in order, you can expect your funds to be disbursed to the University about a week before classes begin.

If you have a HigherOne bank account, any excess funding above your tuition and fees deposit into your account

within a day after disbursement. Other refund methods take more time to process.

You have three options for paying your bill: Online through your Banweb, in person at the FA office in Neuberger or by snail mail.

Pay attention and be diligent. If your account is not paid in full by the deadline, you will be automatically enrolled in the PSU Payment Plan and charged a late fee of $100.

See pdx.edu/financial-services for specific information about bill payment.

A WORD ABOUT THE PSU PAYMENT PLAN The payment plan has been in place since fall 2014, and it’s not without its kinks.

The plan splits the term balance into three equal payments. Enrollment in the plan is free, but failure to pay the installments by their respective deadlines results in late fees that add up quickly.

After a third missed payment, you’ll be unable to register for classes for the following term. This can affect your financial aid and housing eligibility and is of significant concern for international students who rely on enrollment to remain visa-eligible.

LOAN SURVIVOR For most students today, it’s nearly impossible to escape higher education without accumulating student loan debt.

You are not alone if you’re on track to join the 70 percent of students graduating with loan debt. The Student Debt

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Project reports that the average undergraduate student leaves school with $28,000 in loans they’ll need to repay.

STEPS FOR DODGING UNNECESSARY DEBT • Work while you’re in school.

• Don’t take out more than you actually need.

• Explore alternatives—scholarships, grants, work-study and private loans with lower interest rates.

• Create a budget, look for affordable housing options.

Suck it up and live with your parents if you have to.

• Try to avoid taking classes you don’t need—stick to your major and see advisers if you need direction.

SCHOLARSHIP OPTIONS PSU provides students with millions of dollars in scholarship funding each year. Applications for the following year become available mid-October and close Feb. 1.

PSU’s scholarship website provides several avenues for financial awards that are not university-funded. In the past, available funds have gone unused because not enoough students apply for scholarships. That’s free money just sitting there waiting for you.

If you take time to find quality references and thoughtfully answer the scholarship essay questions, you could be the recipient of scholarship funds. Take the time to do these well and attend scholarship application workshops hosted by the university throughout the year.

Visit pdx.edu/scholarships for information, tips and access to scholarship databases.

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Colleen Leary

WHAT IS ASPSU? Portland State’s student government is called the Associated

Students of PSU. ASPSU established its first executive student body in 1946, and they’ve had a hand in student issues ever since.

According to ASPSU’s website, their mission statement is to: • “Advocate for and represent the interest of students before internal and external bodies; • Facilitate formal needs of communication and interaction between students, student organizations, faculty and University administration; • Identify and develop services not offered by other divisions of the University; • Provide a process for students to fully participate in the allocation of student incidental fees.”

ASPSU is made up of: the Executive Cabinet, the Student Senate, the Student Fee Commmittee and the Judicial Review Board.

There are seven people on the SFC, five on the J-Board, 16 on the Senate and 15 on the Executive Cabinet.

ASPSU also appoints directors who manage designated projects on issues such as sustainability, student life, equal rights affairs, legislative affairs, international affairs and food insecurity.

The SFC is responsible for allocating approximately $14 million, funded by the student incidental fee that PSU students pay each term.

The SFC distributes the budget among student groups, campus recreation and athletics.

For more information, visit aspsu.pdx.edu

MEET YOUR PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT

ASPSU President Dana Ghazi and Vice

President Davíd Martinez took office June 1. They’ve spent the summer filling their executive cabinet, meeting with administrators and settling into their respective positions.

Ghazi and Martinez sat down with the Vanguard to discuss their transition into office and what they plan to accomplish over the upcoming year while in office.

Vanguard: What’s the transition been like since taking office in June?

Dana Ghazi: It’s been really busy and very interesting. For me, this is the first time I’ve been at ASPSU. I think that’s both an advantage and disadvantage. It’s an advantage because I feel I’m coming with a fresh look. My previous experience has been graduate assistant work and focusing on the academic side.

I consider myself part of both the educators and the learners of PSU, so I have

a different look into how things are analyzed. Rather than bureaucracy, I look at the deep-rooted issues and how we can have them addressed and discussed.

So transitioning into…a lot of little bureaucratic things you have to know by the time you are situated in office has been a challenge.

But I have a lot of people in student government who have experience in this and I am looking to their help.

But I’m also sitting with a confidence with the perspective I bring in. So, it’s been both challenging and exciting at the same time.

Davíd Martinez: For me, this is the second time I am in ASPSU. I was on the [SFC] last year. I think from elections to today, this new position I have has been challenging.

We knew it was going to be hard, but not this hard.

It’s not only time, but the bureaucratic institution is a part of the more challenging stuff.

VG: Historically, student involvement has

been low. How will you get students more involved?

DG: Honestly, I almost feel like for us, as people who were involved in other student groups previously on campus, and in our own capacity…there’s a lot of potential to get people interested in the subject and having that conversation.

Our directors are doing a great job attending a lot of events that are related to student life. We’re trying to get better connections with the alumni also at PSU. We don’t have specific plans yet, but it’s definitely an issue we’ve been addressing and it’s on our agenda.

DM: Dana and I have already created participation from the students… When [we] came to run for office, I think we also brought a lot of students from different backgrounds and cultures, and also bring awareness from those cultures.

DG: And I think that’s reflected in the current administration where we have a lot of people who…have been engaged with students

before and they [brought] that engagement with them when they are elected into ASPSU. Ghazi and Martinez also discussed plans to address specific issues such as cultural competency and sustainability with the Senate sub-committees.

Martinez mentioned potential plans to partner with PSU’s Green Roots Cafe in order to implement a subsidized lunch program for food-insecure students.

They also plan to continue the campus discussions about divestment from fossil fuels, the PSU Payment Plan and Campus Public Safety.

Both Ghazi and Martinez are vocally opposed to armed Campus Public Safety Officers. One of the first public moves they made after being elected was to ask the PSU Board of Trustees to delay voting on the implementation of armed officers on campus, though the Board proceeded with the vote.

To see more specific goals and plans from Ghazi and Martinez, see the full Q&A at psuvanguard.com Additional reporting by Lisa Dunn.

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KEEP YOUR DATES STRAIGHT, NEWBIE! Lisa Dunn Academic calendars sure can be confusing, especially given that there’s no such thing as a national calendar for all public

schools. As a newbie, it can be a challenge trying to figure out if you have Labor Day off—or if you’re even supposed to be in class in the first place. What about National Siblings Day? Is that a thing PSU recognizes? (No. No, it is not.) Have no fear.

Use this handy little chart for the next year in order to help you stay on top of your schedule.

04/27 2015 Schedule of classes available online

11/11 2015 Veterans Day

05/11 2015 Pre-term priority registration begins

11/26 2015 Thanksgiving Day

10/26 2015

09/28 2015 Classes begin

Schedule of classes available online

01/04 2016

11/27 2015 Day After Thanksgiving

Classes begin

FALL 2015

12/06 2015 Classes end

12/07 2015 Final Exams

12/16 2015

12/25 2015

Grades available online

Christmas Day

11/09 2015

01/01 2016

Pre-term priority registration begins

New Year’s Day

01/18 2016 Martin Luther King,Jr. Day

03/13 2016 Classes end

03/14 2016

Last day to clear academic deficiencies for graduation

Final Exams

03/18 2016 Last day to clear academic deficiencies for graduation

03/23 2016 Grades available online

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

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Schedule of classes available online

03/28 2016 Classes begin

02/15 2016 Pre-term priority registration begins

05/30 2016 Memorial Day

SPRING 2016

WINTER 2016

12/11 2015

02/01 2016

06/05 2016 Classes end

06/06 2016 Final Exams

06/10 2016

06/15 2016

Last day to clear academic deficiencies for graduation

Grades available online

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Chelsea Lobey If you’re a Portland state student with a child,

the first order of business is to get yourself to the Resource Center for Students with Children.

It’s an entire resource center on campus devoted to making the lives of students with children just a little bit easier.

It has a family resource room with computers, a lounge space and an area with toys for children, so parents can study while the children play. It also has backpacks full of age-appropriate toys and games that parents can

check out to keep kids busy while parents study or attend meetings. If you’re a lactating mother, you can find eight lactation rooms spread through campus, made available by the RCSC. You just have to call 503-725-9878 for the code to the rooms. The RCSC also holds events throughout the year and has an emergency loan program for parents in need.

In reality, this is only a small portion of what this resource center does for its students. If you’re a student- parent, it’s definitely worth your time to stop

by their office in Smith Memorial Student Union, room 462.

PSU also offers a number of daycare and childcare centers, to assist parents who need to attend classes and study sessions.

LITTLE VIKINGS FLEXIBLE CHILDCARE CENTER Little Vikings offers “walkin, reserved and occasional care for the children of PSU students, staff and faculty” for children ages six weeks to 12 years.

However, it has a limit on the amount of time you can

use their services and space is limited (it can only care for 15 children at a time), so reservations are required.

Services are available four hours per day per child, and 12 hours per week per child. Rates are by the hour and range between $6 and $9, depending on the age of the child and how much in advance you make your reservation.

ASPSU CHILDREN’S CENTER Located in SMSU, room 126, the Associated Students of PSU Children’s Center offers hourly

childcare rates for students, faculty and staff. It doesn’t have a website available, but parents can call 503725-2273 for more info or to enroll their child.

HELEN GORDON CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Helen Gordon is definitely PSU’s largest and most robust childcare option and offers preschool and kindergarten options. It offers childcare for 200 children ages one through six. Rates range from $224 up to $1,430 per term,

depending upon the level and frequency of care and the age of the child.

However, there are grants and subsidy programs available for those with need. There is a wait list and a registration fee, and parents must be registered for eight or more credits as an undergraduate or five or more credits as a graduate student to qualify for childcare. The Helen Gordon Child Development Center is dedicated to offering a caring and nurturing learning environment where children can grow.

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LIBRARY 101: YOUR GREATEST EDUCATION RESOURCE Jacqueline C. Bryan

KAYLA SPRINT/PSU VANGUARD

When it comes to getting homework, projects and

studying done, the library can be your best friend during the school term. Within the walls of the beautiful Branford Price Millar Library, located on the Park Blocks, is an ample number of resources available to students. The Vanguard sat down with Dean of the University Library Marilyn Moody to get the inside scoop.

Vanguard: What are the usual hours at the library?

Does it vary by term?

Moody: The hours do vary by term, as well as whether terms are in session or not, and this information is always listed on our website. During a regular term, we are generally open from 7:30 a.m. to 12 midnight, Monday through Thursday, then smaller hours throughout the weekend.

During “Dead Week” in finals, we are open 24 hours a day, making the resources available at the library around the clock.

VG: How can a student access library books and other resources within the library?

MM: You can use your student ID to come into the library and check out books, as well as use all the resources online. However, you can also sign in with your ODIN remotely so that you don’t necessarily have to be in the library to access materials such as journal articles, online articles, online books and pretty much any of our online database resources, as long as you have your login information and internet access.

VG: Where is the best place to go in the library with any questions? Where are the information desks located?

MM: The reference desk located on the second floor is the main place you will want to seek out with any questions. Another good place to ask questions is the circulation desk on the first floor, where you are also able to check out materials such as books. You may also email us or use our 24/7 chat reference, available online, to ask any questions.

VG: How many librarians are on staff and what is the best way to contact them for help?

MM: Currently there are 33 professional librarians, 27 classified staff and 16 student staff members that are all willing and able to assist you with any questions you may have. Additionally, there is often a librarian dedicated to particular areas or subjects within the library. With incoming students, a librarian is assigned to teach group classes

either in the classrooms or at the library that will better help them become acquainted with how the library works.

There are multiple ways to get in touch with someone at the library, including in person, by phone, our 24/7 chat or by email.

VG: If a student wants to find something they are looking for, such as a book, where is the best place to do that?

MM: Students can visit our website at any time and find information on there. Within the library, there are kiosks available on every floor as well as the information desks located on the first and second floors, as we mentioned earlier. The great thing is that if we do not have something a student needs, we can borrow things from other libraries.

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We are part of what we call Summit, or rather, a consortium of 37 libraries that work together to facilitate students as much as possible.

VG: What is each floor within the library used for? Do all students have access to all floors?

MM: Students do have access to all the floors, although there are certain areas designated to staff here and there.

The first floor houses the coffee cart, a computer lab and “the Sandbox,” which is a group study area. At the circulation desk, students are able to ask questions and check out books. It also offers laptops, iPads, chargers and other things listed on the website you can borrow with your student ID. The second floor has the information desk, as well as a large computer lab and tons of desks students can use. The Learning Center, although not exactly part of the library, is a great resource found on the second floor as well that offers tutoring and academic help.

The third floor houses stacks of books, but also a collection of study areas that are really popular for groups and individuals. There are whiteboards available, tons of seating and an ample amount of outlets for charging. If you have a group project due and need a private space, we have group presentation rooms to rent out, and all you need to do is ask a staff member for a time slot, and you can check out a key. However, there are study rooms available on different floors as well, so either works for that purpose. There is also a family study area for those students with children.

The basement, fourth and fifth floors carry more stacks of books, as well as quiet areas in which students can study in peace.

VG: The computer labs are available to all students and the library houses two of them. Each student is given a certain printing quota for the semester; what is that quota?

MM: So, there is a computer lab on the first floor, and on the second floor there are computer workstations all over the place. Students are given a 500-page print credit to use on any given term, but most students don’t end up using that much anyway. A great alternative that saves paper and money is to use the scanners available on the first and second floors.

For more information on the library, simply visit the website at library.pdx.edu. Have a fantastic fall term, everybody!

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Jaime Dunkle

Avoid typical cafeteria studying and get access

to presentation recorders and cityscapes with this list of homework hubs for both groups and individuals. You might even wanna pack your favorite Ramones record for a tech-savvy study room.

COLLABORATIVE Study groups don’t have to settle for dining noise or crowded halls. Ensembles have options, especially in the library.

The Sandbox, located next to the Learning Ground Lab on the north side of the first floor, has printers, scanners, mobile furniture, writable walls (yes, you can literally write on the walls) and large display and touchscreen computers, as well as wheelchair-accessible hardware. But if your group is sensitive to traffic and noise, this might not be a good fit.

The Media:Scape station, on the south side of the second floor, connects to the computer lab. Here students can screen-share on devices and have access to group seating. This area is good for smaller groups.

The Flexible Study Area on the third floor is not a yoga studio, but you can move the furniture around for optimal group study.

Replete with ottomans, movable whiteboards, touchscreens in booths, laptop trays sprouting from chairs and outlets galore, this is an ideal space for big-group projects.

ACCESSORIES Whether in a group or solo, students can utilize rooms

dressed with technology on the third floor or in the basement of the library.

Rehearse presentations in rooms 20, 304 and 320, which replicate the same technology used in classrooms: projector, podium and computer. You can even film yourself by using the document camera, which saves as an AVI file to a thumbdrive for playback.

Up to three students can individually watch videos on DVD, VHS or Blu-ray in room 98. This room also has a listening station that can play cassettes, CDs and records. This room is first come, first serve, but students still need to retrieve the key from the Circulation Desk. Bring headphones, or check a pair out when requesting the key.

Room 320 is better for watching videos with other classmates. It features a 50-inch display screen and connectability to personal devices. Nerd alert: watch collectible foreign originals here since the DVD player is region-free; you can also get your vintage video jam on and time travel to 1986 via Don Johnson’s Heartbeat long-form video on VHS. Rooms 2, 90, 92, 94 and 96 in the basement are decked out with computers, widescreen monitors and device connections to use collectively. These rooms are useful for groups.

IN SILENCE Eff that noise, you have work to do! The best quiet spots are the library quiet floors and the quiet lounge in Smith Memorial Student Union.

The basement, fourth floor and fifth floor in the library are designated quiet areas.

These floors provide study cubbies and large tables.

The Quiet Study Lounge, on the fourth floor of SMSU, overlooks the Park Blocks and has a variety of seating options: study cubbies, tables and even cozy chairs (sometimes with trays attached).

OUTSIDE Being indoors is turning into a drag. Pack your homework and a snack and get some fresh air.

The Park Blocks are an obvious option. Benches outside of Lincoln Hall even have power outlets below.

Take your higher ed to higher ground and practice cognates while being raised on an actual roof. The fifth floor of the Rec Center leads to a rooftop terrace with a city view. You can even take a group project out here, so long as no one is acrophobic.

THE LEARNING CENTER This hub has something for both the overachiever and the underachiever alike.

The Learning Center, stationed on the second floor of the library, offers in-person tutoring for limited subjects. The schedule changes every term. Visit pdx.edu/tutoring/tutoringschedule for information updates. Online tutoring is also available at pdx.edu/tutoring/etutoring. Note that tutors are students, too.

Procrastinators in denial can proactively set timemanagement goals by meeting with an academic coach here as well.

For more information go to pdx.edu/tutoring/academiccoaching

STUDENTS SIT AROUND a group project in a PSU Library study room.

KAYLA SPRINT/PSU VANGUARD

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FINDING THE HOLY GRAIL OF APARTMENTS Turner Lobey

It might sound dramatic, but finding affordable living

arrangements in Portland could be the most challenging thing you’ll face in your college experience. Between skyrocketing rent, sketchy Craigslist postings, and the need to get out of the hellhole you’re currently living in, finding the ideal—and affordable—place to live can feel like the search for the Holy Grail.

Apartment hunting in Portland is a bit of a nightmare, but there are options available to students that make the search a little less doom-y. Just a little, though.

ON-CAMPUS LIVING Portland State’s Housing & Residence Life offers the First Year Experience program, designed to help

first-year students transition into living on an urban campus. It’s essentially a support system for newcomers that pushes for a community with strong social connections and academic success. Most students in the FYE live in either Ondine or Broadway, but honors students can also live in Stephen Epler Hall.

Continuing and transfer students have the option of living in an assortment of historic, modern or urban honors apartments.

Historic buildings include Blackstone, King Albert, Montgomery, Parkway, St. Helens Court and Stratford.

The modern options include Blumel, Broadway, Ondine and Stephen Epler (which is also the honors option).

Graduate students have an exclusive living choice in Blumel Hall. To qualify for

the Graduate Residential Community, you must be fully admitted to graduate studies in a Master’s or Doctoral program and be registered for at least four credit hours per term.

If you’re a student with children, there are one- and two-bedroom options in Broadway, Parkway, St. Helens, Stratford and Blumel.

Another option near the PSU campus is University Pointe, which is not owned or maintained by the university. University Pointe is a part of American University Communities, a national property management company. The 16 floors boast nearly a thousand beds and a short walk to the main campus.

OFF-CAMPUS LIVING

If you’re looking to live off campus, the hunt is a little more open-ended and the dream apartment is elusive.

Affordable options are a rare find—again, think Holy Grail here. In theory, the farther you get from downtown, the cheaper rent gets. Pockets of housing in Northeast and Southeast Portland are unjustifiably and intimidatingly expensive, but the east side is generally much cheaper than downtown. Many students are turning to areas like Beaverton and Gresham for cheap apartments. If that’s what you’re thinking of doing, expect long travel times to make it in to campus.

In terms of where to find places that are renting, it can seem like it comes down to knowing somebody who knows somebody, being in the right place at the right

time, or clicking your heels three times and hoping for the best. For good measure, try one part Craigslist, with equal parts housing apps Zillow and Trulia.

Ask around, do some Google detective work, find out where your friends live and don’t break the bank. Good luck out there!

WHAT’S GOING TO GO WRONG, SO TERRIBLY WRONG, AND HOW TO FIX IT THE TELL-ALL CHEAT SHEET FOR GETTING BY IN ACADEMIC BUREAUCRACY Brandon Staley

Make no mistake: Portland State is a business,

and businesses are founded on bureaucracies that are looking to do one thing— make money.

As a result, the process of navigating the labyrinthine innards of such a system is purposely designed to obfuscate as much as possible.

Here’s what I wish I knew when I started at PSU roughly three years ago.

GET YOUR FINANCIAL AID IN EARLY

Honestly, the moment that clock turns to Jan. 1, you should have all your information in, neat and tidy. Even if you haven’t finalized your

taxes or don’t know what your adjusted gross income is going to be, you want your name on that FAFSA list because it’s first come, first serve. You can edit it later.

Additionally, try to know as much about the process as possible. Research, research, research. PSU’s financial aid department is largely a student-run workforce, so getting straight, accurate, helpful answers is a crapshoot.

TALK TO YOUR ADVISERS… But do your research before you do. I won’t go so far as to say that every adviser is trying to upsell you on

“just one more minor” or a class that doesn’t fulfill a major requirement, but I’ve certainly got that before.

Like any good business transaction, you want to do as much research about an investment before you start negotiating. Advising shouldn’t be inherently confrontational (many advisers are happy to shuffle credits around), but you shouldn’t go in blind either.

INTERNSHIPS ARE KING Many students are still operating on the false assumption that a degree is enough to net a job. There are edge cases, of course, but this is no longer

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the norm. Today jobs are acquired through connections, so try to plan for at least one internship per term. Do this long enough and you might find you have a job lined up before you even graduate.

It’s tempting to get that barista or sales associate job to make a little more money on the side, but don’t take jobs like that if they’re at the expense of something that will make you look more attractive to future employers. Look for paid internships, but be reasonable in your expectations.

DROP CLASSES For every bad class, there are going to be warning

signs. Usually you can pick these out pretty early on.

For example, if you look at a syllabus and have no idea how you’re going to be graded, don’t assume that these points of confusion are going to magically reveal themselves down the road.

If a professor seems overly doddering or technophobic, that’s not going to change.

Just discovered you hate the foreign language you’re taking? Drop it in the first week so you can get a full refund and regroup. You might feel like you’re scrambling to fill credit gaps at the last second, but it’s better than the alternative sleepless nights fretting about what you’re supposed to be doing.

BE PREPARED FOR THE BILL You’re spending a lot of money. Accept that right now, because in three to four years that fact is going to sink in hard, whether you’re prepared or not. The best way to steel yourself against the shock is actually easy: Just be in a good place. Have connections. Research repayment plans. Go to career fairs. Cultivate a professional appearance. If you feel confident about your future, that’s going to go a long way in terms of your demeanor in an interview.

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STAYING SAFE ON CAMPUS Turner Lobey

The Portland State campus addresses safety of the

PSU community through its own law enforcement entity, the Campus Public Safety Office.

CPSO employs Public Safety Officers with the law enforcement authority to stop and frisk, as well as to carry out probable-cause arrests. PSOs are not considered full peace officers and do not carry firearms, but they do have the authority to arrest individuals who commit illegal acts on campus. Students who commit minor offenses that violate

the university’s rules and regulations can also be referred to Student Affairs.

In addition to PSOs, CPSO recently transitioned to a bifurcated police force. Essentially what this means is that some members of CPSO function as sworn police officers, who have the full authority of a regular police officer. Currently, CPSO has four sworn officers, but that number is projected to grow over the next several years. Unlike PSOs, sworn officers have the authority to carry firearms on campus.

CPSO also has close working relationships with local, state and federal police agencies, including the Portland Police Bureau. Major offenses like robbery, auto theft and aggravated assault are reported to the PPB for joint investigations. Prosecution for all criminal offenses are done so through the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office or the Portland U.S. Attorney’s Office.

For more information about CPSO, the transition to a bifurcated police force or staying safe in general, visit CPSO’s website or psuvanguard.com

COFFEE WITH THE CHIEF Every other Tuesday, CPSO Chief Phillip Zerzan hosts an informal coffee session in Parkway North, located in the first floor of the Smith Memorial Student Union. These sessions are opportunities for students, faculty and staff members to have informal and friendly conversations, to ask questions, provide feedback and share information and tips. The meetings run from 10–11 a.m.

BLUE LIGHT PHONES These phones, which are located throughout the campus, immediately contact CPSO. They open direct lines with the dispatch center and engage a blue strobe light. An officer is also sent to your location. You can find them across campus and in parking structures.

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ALERTS & TIMELY WARNINGS

website posting

PSU campus announcement system

campus-wide email

printed notice

CPSO CONTACT INFORMATION PHONE: 503-725-4407 EMERGENCY: 503-725-4404 FAX: 503-725-5593 EMAIL: CPSO@PDX.EDU MAIL: P.O. BOX 751, PORTLAND, OR 97207 IN PERSON: 1914 SW PARK, SUITE 148, PORTLAND, OR 97201

RESOURCES

DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER: 503-725-4150

OFFICE OF THE DEAN OF STUDENT LIFE: 503-725-4422

QUEER RESOURCE CENTER: 503-725-9742

C.A.R.E. TEAM: PDX.EDU/DOS/CARE-TEAM

WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER: 503-725-5672

CENTER FOR STUDENT HEALTH & COUNSELING: 503-725-2800

VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER: PDX.EDU/VETERANS/VRC

STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES: 503-725-4556

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Campus Safety also releases timely warnings in the event a crime or potential crime poses a serious or continuous threat to the university and its community. Warnings and alerts can be released through:

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AN OLD-TIMEY GUIDE TO WRANGLING YOUR CAR OR BIKE WHERE TO PARK, HOW MUCH IT COSTS AND 1920S JARGON Brandon Staley Looking for the next big thing? Try driv-

ing! The wind in your hair, the smell of freshly combusted diesel, the crisp shunk-clunk of an engine; this bright future of mass transportation is almost like a dream. It stands to reason that you would want to drive this dream for as long and as passionately as possible— why, even to campus. Say goodbye to yesteryear’s cumbersome dirigibles and smoky locomotives and say, “Hello, motor!” Hello!

Of course, you’re going to need somewhere to store that fancy new automobile, aren’t you? Well, look no further than the campus garages, home to a wide assortment of the latest makes and models.

A permit will set you back a pretty penny (anywhere from 67 dollars for a parttime permit to 393 dollars for full-time, depending on the hours), but garages themselves are so close to the Portland State campus that you could kiss them.

Never worry about meters or long walks in the rain again!

I know what you’re thinking, though: “Golly, these garages must be close, but just how close are they, really?” Well— you curious cricket, you— PSU garages are just a Charleston Chew away, everywhere from Shattuck Hall to Blumel Hall. Just throw a stone and you’ll hit a building full of glorious cars.

Maybe you’ve owned a couple of real hayburners in your time, though, and your newest jalopy runs on Tesla’s finest: electricity. If

that’s the case, then worry not, friend, you’ll be firing on all sixes in no time, as both Parking Structure 1 and the Market Center Building have charging stations for those newfangled electric breezers.

Electric Avenue used to have the honor of being PSU’s one-stop-shop for charging your Space Age automotive, but is getting bumped off in favor of a new business school. Ah, applesauce!

Of course, not everyone has jumped on the automotive bandwagon, so to speak. Our great nation is dotted with those who have stayed true to that classic staple of twowheeled transportation: the bicycle. If you too find yourself in need of a place to harbor your Bianchi Betty, try one of the illustrious bicycle garages.

For a mere 15 clams per term—or 45 for a year— you can tuck your most prized possession away behind bars that can only be opened with a student ID card. Spend the dough!

You won’t regret it! Keep your bike copacetic!

You might think you can leave your main mode of transportation open to the elements, but think again!

Even the most secured of bicycles can get pinched in a heartbeat, and most bikes that go missing are never returned. Also, Portland is known for its frequent downpours.

Don’t get left with a wet backside just because you wanted to scrimp on the cash. Parking a bike on campus is far more economical than a car, and that’s the honest truth.

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Aislinn Rennison Portland State, as you know, is located in down-

town Portland. That means it’s convenient to walk to anything you need, but it also means that it’s inconvenient for drivers. Downtown is jammed with traffic, street parking is very limited and parking in lots or structures is super expensive. So, how can you make your life easier? Ditch the car and take TriMet, Portland’s public transportation system.

TriMet consists of buses, MAX light rails and streetcars, which all conveniently

connect routes to each other.

The rarely seen WES commuter rail runs at specific hours and goes out to the suburbs, like Tigard.

Unless you are commuting from the other side of Portland, taking TriMet is just as quick as driving by the time you find parking.

When you take TriMet, you are dropped off exactly where you need to be, you save gas and car payment money, and you shrink your carbon footprint!

Some people complain that they don’t like waiting

around for the bus. Luckily, most transit lines downtown are considered frequent service, which means they run every 15 minutes. Plus, you can download the TransitTracker app that tells you in real time how many minutes you have until the next bus, MAX or streetcar arrives.

The app also makes it easy to plan your transit route.

The other typical complaint is that weird people take the bus. Well, you’re in Portland now. Haven’t you heard our slogan? Embrace the weird. Besides, you will

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find that people are actually very friendly on transit.

Most of the time you will be sitting next to other students, considering PSU is primarily a commuter school. Not into small talk with strangers? Just open a book or put headphones in and no one will bother you.

It may be a little confusing to figure out the routes, especially if you are new to Portland. However, with the help of TransitTracker and the very well-trained and informed transit drivers, you will figure it out in no time.

Some people worry about safety when taking the bus at night. First of all, make sure the bus driver can see you at your stop if it is dark. Wave your cell phone or flashlight when you see the bus coming, just to be sure. It’s never fun to miss the bus because the driver didn’t see you.

As far as safety goes, Portland has got you covered.

From the hours of 8 p.m. to 5

a.m., the bus driver will stop anywhere you ask them on the route; it doesn’t have to be at designated bus stops.

So don’t worry about walking from the stop to your home late at night.

And no, Portland’s buses aren’t smelly, contrary to the stereotypical city-bus belief.

And yes, there is heating and air conditioning. And yes, you can bring your bike, wheelchair, kids, lunch, parakeet, shoulder-cat or whatever.

To use the bus or MAX for two and a half hours, it costs $2.50 for an adult, $1.00 for an honored citizen (senior citizen or handicapped person) and $1.25 for children ages 7-17. The streetcar is free to all PSU students and employees, you just need to be able to show ID. A TriMet day pass is $5 for an adult.

All tickets are interchangeable throughout the different public transit systems. Although you can buy your ticket on the

Trimet app, you can also pay with cash. But if you’re paying with cash, it needs to be exact change. Drivers won’t make change for you if you need to break a big bill, and the automated machines will just eat your money.

If you’ve made the smart choice of taking transit every day to class, you will definitely want to get a PSU FlexPass. They are $215 per term and allow you to use all transit at any time, anywhere in Portland and the surrounding areas. That may seem like a lot of dough, but do the math: Driving or paying for transit tickets daily is much more expensive.

Forget about driving around in circles wasting gas looking for a parking spot and then being late to class, and just use TriMet! Portland has a great public transit system. Plus, on your way to class, you can finish up that last-minute assignment you procrastinated on.

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PASSENGERS BOARD the NS Line Streetcar at the new Collaborative Life Sciences Building. The NS Line provides transportation from the South Waterfront to Northwest 23rd, and runs through PSU’s Urban Center.

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FIND A BETTER FRAME OF MIND IN BIKING TO CAMPUS KICK INTO GEAR THIS FALL WITH A HEALTHIER YOU Tim Sullivan So, you want to start bik-

ing to school (or just biking in general). Why wouldn’t you want to? Portland State is smack-dab in the middle of one the most bike-friendly cities in the country. Plus, you can lower your carbon footprint and get into shape.

It can be a daunting task, though—you’re biking in a city, for god’s sake. Here are a few steps to get you prepared to bike to campus.

First, ask yourself: Do you have a bike? If the answer is yes, is it in proper working order? Meaning, has your bike been given a proper tune-up recently or has it been sitting in the basement-garage collecting dust and spiders? Then get your wheels to your local bike shop and get that thing looked at.

Because you’re now a student of this fine institution, take your bike to the PSU Bike Hub. For $15 per term, or $30 per year, you can purchase a membership to the Bike Hub. The perks of having this membership are access to a work station to fix your bike yourself, or to be taught how to do the necessary maintenance to get you riding your two-wheeled vehicle of engineering perfection. Also, with the Bike Hub membership there is a 20 percent discount on all their bike gear. But if you’re not mechanically inclined, stick with your local bike shop. This really shouldn’t be a step that is skipped.

What if you don’t have a bike? Well, living in Portland, you’re in luck. Just like Starbucks, you can practically find one on every street corner. That may be a bit of an exaggeration, but seriously: We have a lot of bike shops.

I honestly suggest you check

out the ones in your area.

Get to know them (not intimately, that’s a bit extreme), and let the bike salesman know as soon as you start a dialogue what your budget is and what type of riding you’re looking to do. They will get you on your way to Valhalla, all shiny and chrome.

“But what if I don’t have a lot of money?” I would really suggest you stay away from big-box-store-built bikes (you know the ones). The person assembling is only marginally trained in the process and is only worried about the quantity of bikes, not the quality of the build.

Honestly, if you want to grab a decently priced bike, go on Craigslist. Be careful, though, and make sure to consult a bike-savvy friend on the price and condition of the bike. It’s easy to buy a lemon.

Once you have your bike, it’s time to accessorize. Top three purchases that are a must for riding are a helmet, a quality U-lock and lights.

You can pick these up at any bike shop or department store. All helmets are manufactured to American Society for Testing and Materials qualifications, so you can buy one almost anywhere, just don’t buy used.

For the lock and light, make sure it’s a quality Ulock with a cable loop (you can pick up one of the highest rated brands for as little as $35 on Amazon). Buy a bike light with the highest lumens available. This will make sure people can see you riding at night and you can see the road. Also, invest in some biking rain gear. It’s Portland, it’s fall and it will rain. Go to your local outdoor sporting goods store. They’ll have what you need.

You’ve got the bike. You’ve got the gear. Now how the hell do you get here?

The city of Portland has numerous bike-dedicated streets and many main roads with bike paths that’ll help you get where you’re going.

If you ask your local bike shop or even the Bike Hub, they will give you a map of all the major biking routes throughout the city. Google Maps has (in beta) a good majority of major bike paths and roads to get you where you’re going. Best way to figure out how to get to the university is to get out there and ride, explore and learn your route, and soon enough you’ll be to class or club meetings in record time.

I want to address the attitude that is needed for riding and it’s easily stated as such: Don’t be an asshole, but don’t be a shrinking violet either.

Aggression or indecision leads to unpredictability, and that’s dangerous for everyone on the road.

Remember, you’re sharing the road with hundreds of people trying to get from point A to point B. Learn the rules that apply to all vehicles. The Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles website has a downloadable pamphlet about the expectations and safety guidelines while riding your bike around the city. Seriously read it and remember it, and it will help you ride safely.

Finally, just get out there and ride. If you’re a seasoned pro at riding through the city, you already know most of this. Hopefully it was a refresher. For those just beginning: Be safe, be predictable and know that no matter how far you ride it never gets easier, you just get faster.

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THEY’RE CONVENIENT AND VIRTUALLY NO HASSLE Chelsea Lobey

If you live on campus, or spend any amount of time on

campus, you might want to consider a meal plan. Sure, there are a seemingly endless number of food carts available, and a short walk to downtown presents you with even more dining options. I would even bet that you could probably eat somewhere different every day of the school year and never try the same thing twice. If you really wanted to.

But sometimes you don’t have the time to wait in line for the food carts, or it’s not convenient to travel downtown to find food. So it’s pretty handy that Portland State offers a

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variety of meal plans for students to use on campus. The locations where you can use a meal plan are varied. Victor’s at Ondine, located on the first floor of Ondine, offers all-you-can-eat meals. The Viking Food Court in Smith Memorial Student Union has coffee, bagels, pizza and other food that’s quick to grab and take with you. SMSU also has a convenience store that takes Dining Dollars, so you can eat candy and chips to your heart’s content.

There’s also the Meetro Cafe in King Albert Hall and Branford’s Bean in the Millar Library, which both serve coffee and pastries.

If you’re a freshman living on campus, then you’re probably all-too-familiar with the meal plans. As a freshman, if you don’t choose a plan, PSU will automatically enroll you in The 15. It’s definitely worth the effort to do your research and decide which plan is best for you. All plans offer varying levels of allyou-can-eat meals, which are usable only at Victor’s, and dining dollars, which you can use at the other locations on campus.

Below is a breakdown of the different meal plans, their offerings and their cost.

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If you live on campus, it might feel like your only options for food are the food carts or Subway. If you’re at all interested in cooking your own food or saving money (seriously, eating at the food carts for every meal gets expensive very quickly) the options are there, you just have to know where to look.

The most obvious choice for groceries near campus is Safeway. Located at 1010 SW Jefferson St., it’s a short walk from campus. Their self-checkout line does tend to get really long for some reason, so maybe steer clear of that, but otherwise Safeway has most of the groceries you would probably need for most recipes. Although if you’ll be shopping at Safeway often, make sure to sign up for the Club Card. It’s the only way to make Safeway reasonably affordable; without it, they are way too overpriced.

PORTLAND FARMERS MARKET The Farmers Market, which takes over the Park Blocks every week, is only open on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., but it is open year-round and does offer a huge array of deliciously fresh fruits, berries, vegetables and other items. You might have to do some planning ahead in order to make your Farmers Market purchases last the week, but the quality of the food is definitely worth the effort.

The Farmers Market also accepts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program cards for students who have them.

THE NATURAL MART Although it would likely not be wise to do all of your grocery shopping at the Natural Mart, it does work very well as a convenience store. It’s located at 1726 SW Fourth Ave., so it’s a short walk for those living on campus or those who spend a lot of time here. It has enough food items to get you through a day or two, and even some organic food and healthy options. It works best if you need to grab a carton of milk or a can of soup, but maybe not as a way to do serious grocery shopping.

PEARL DISTRICT OPTIONS If you’re willing to travel away from campus in order to find a wide selection of groceries, you can always take the street car (which is free for Portland State students) to the Pearl District. The Pearl District is spoiled with grocery stores. The streetcar can be particularly slow during peak hours, so you might want to plan ahead and go at any time other than rush hour, but there are a wide selection of large grocery stores available in this part of town.

Fred Meyer is located at Northwest 20th Avenue and Burnside Street. Whole Foods is on the corner of Northwest 12th Avenue and Couch Street. Trader Joe’s is at 2122 NW Glisan St. and Zupan’s is at 2340 W Burnside St. There’s even a New Seasons on Northwest 22nd Avenue and Raleigh Street.

These Pearl District grocery stores might range from somewhat affordable to oh-hell-no-I’m-not-payingthat-much-for-apples expensive, but you at least have options. And really, almost any grocery store is going to be cheaper in the long run and better for your waist line than buying a burrito from Blazin’ Burrito every day (trust me, I would know).

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GASTRONOMIC BLISS THE TASTY, AFFORDABLE FOOD IN SOUTHWEST PORTLAND Brenden Leary

Welcome, new students, to Portland State! I have

been honored with providing you a general guide for something all Portlanders take seriously: food. With PSU being planted right in the heart of downtown, you’ll have access to some of the most delicious, innovative and culturally diverse dishes the Rose City has to offer. Whether you’re looking for breakfast, a quick grab-and-go lunch or a late-night munchies run (toke responsibly), Portland’s got it. Not only will your stomach thank you, but your wallet will, too. So take some time off from looking through the nooks and crannies of campus and prepare your taste buds, ’cause we sure do have a hell of a lot of grub.

Let’s start with breakfast. Park Avenue Cafe is your ideal hub for delicious meals and exquisite coffee. Their variety of bagel sandwiches, croissants, breakfast wraps and omelettes are appetizing, with an affordable price of around $5–6. The staff is always outgoing, there’s almost always a soccer match playing on the TV inside,

and their coffee is nothing to joke about. If you need something quick to eat or somewhere to grab a coffee and cram the last of your notes before an exam, Park Avenue is your niche.

After the most important meal of the day, it’s time to really get going. Lunch is by far one of my favorite meals, and we are blessed with a wide variety of food carts around Southwest Portland. Walk on down to Southwest Fourth and College and there’s a whole street of them. Nong’s Khao Man Gai has been featured in various publications for their delicious eats, Portland Soup Company has some of the best mixes of soups and sandwiches, and the chicken tikka masala from New Taste of India has never failed to impress me.

If you have some time, the food carts on Southwest Ninth and Alder are also amazing. They have almost anything you can think of, whether it be kofta, mici, burritos, crepes, bento or even grilled cheese. The quality of the food is almost as awesome as the portions and prices themselves.

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Craving a burger? Go to Killer Burger. These burgers are by far some of the best I’ve had (and I come from the land of In-N-Out, so that should say something). Their different types of burgers, mixed with some great beer and an epic rock playlist, will leave you more than satisfied.

So now we’re getting to dinner, and if you’re someone like me whose dinnertime can range from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., we have to talk about the late-night food scene.

Pizza? Off to Sizzle Pie you go. Slices are generously sized, and they’re open until around 3 or 4 a.m. Want something healthier? Try Luc Lac Vietnamese Kitchen.

They’re normally open until midnight, and their stylish aesthetic complements their amazing pho and banh mi.

Overall, food will not be a problem for you when going to PSU. We have options for early birds, night owls, stoners, vegans, vegetarians and every other class of eater there is. With over 500 food carts, and an endless array of brick-and-mortar restaurants in this city, you better start eating away.

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Molly Ozier

One of the greatest things about going to school

on an urban campus is being surrounded by an eclectic array of watering holes. You don’t even have to go far off campus to find some of the best bars in Portland.

Just down the street from Portland State you’ll find Momo’s—a personal favorite of mine. With cheap drinks, yummy eats and a cozy patio, Momo’s is one of the best bars for students. The nachos are large enough for three people to share, making it easy to save a dime, and the mac and cheese will blow your mind. Although it just finished renovating the extended seating area next door, the place still has an intimate vibe without feeling overcrowded. From $2 tall boys to $4 cocktails, almost every student you ask will tell you to go to Momo’s if you’re looking for a bar around campus. It’s located right next to a streetcar stop, as well as a MAX line stop.

Continuing down 10th Avenue into Northwest, you’ll come across the Life of Riley Tavern, a two-story bar with totally different atmospheres between upstairs and downstairs. Upstairs you’ll find red vinyl booths and a bit more of a classy vibe. But go downstairs and you’ll find the game room. It’s set up with shuffleboard, video lottery, a dart board, a pool table and a full bar. Having a cheap, fun night with friends is easily accomplished here. And it’s really easy to meet new people while battling others on the shuffleboard table.

Deschutes Brewery not only has a great selection of beers on tap but one of the best burgers on the west side.

Although it’s always crowded, waiting at the bar with one of their handcrafted ales makes the wait worth it. It provides 19 consistent brews on tap, plus seasonal and experimental beers that rotate throughout the year.

In the Pearl District you’ll find the Low Brow Lounge: the dive bar to beat all dive bars on the west side. With excellent service, cheap drinks and good food (including vegan options), this dive bar sets the bar pretty high.

Its happy hour adds the cherry on top. Many know it as the only good dive bar left in the Pearl. If you have bad eyesight this may not be your favorite bar, as it intentionally keeps the lighting dim inside.

On the edge of Chinatown there’s Ground Kontrol, a bar with vintage video games, beer on tap and some delicious cheap eats. This is a great bar to come to with a group of friends looking to bond over a mutual love of Ms. Pac-Man. Ground Kontrol has the only 10-player game and the largest selection of pinball games in the Pacific Northwest. My personal favorite to play is classic Mario Kart.

If you’re searching for something on the classier side, there’s Teardrop Cocktail Lounge. The fancy cocktails are quite delicious. From classics like the Army Navy to their own creation the Afternoon in Paris, they have an assortment of drinks to choose from. And during happy hour (Monday through Friday, 4–7 p.m.), the food is 20 percent off.

So get on out there and enjoy the downtown bar scene!

There’s a little of something for everyone.

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Portland State Athletics. In a state with the likes of

the University of Oregon and Oregon State University, the Vikings don’t get thrown in a lot of conversations about the Ducks and the Beavers. But as a small athletics school with a large population of people (roughly 30,000), picking the right moment to get involved in the athletic program can lead to a collegiate-atmosphere experience.

Oh, and you pay for roughly 25 percent of PSU’s athletic department, so why not learn about it?

FOOTBALL

Long, long ago in a galaxy far, far away, there existed a PSU athletic program that represented the best football in the state of Oregon. The name Neil Lomax floated along the halls of PSU campus buildings, and stands were filled with screaming fans who couldn’t get enough of a fifth-string quarterback turned 90 NCAA record-holding starter. This isn’t necessarily the case anymore.

PSU plays its home games at Providence Park, which holds roughly 20,000 people. Last year, the team never had more than 6,000 people show up. The team won three games last season and fired its coach to replace him with now-interim-head coach Bruce Barnum. Games usually kick off in the early afternoon.

MEN’S BASKETBALL

The men’s basketball team has seen success in the recent past, making the NCAA tournament in back- to- back years led by point guard Jeremiah Dominguez. Recently they haven’t quite found that level of success, but they have continued to be the best seat in the PSU athletic program.

The Peter W. Stott Center holds roughly 1,500 people, which resulted in some games with full stands. The Stott

DASHAUN WIGGINS fights for the net in a 2014 game against the Bearcats.

Center can get loud and feels most like the college atmosphere experience rowdy loud youth are capable of creating.

Last season, the basketball team won 15 of its 29 games.

One of those wins came against Pac-12 school University of Southern California on the road. Nine of those wins came at home.

Best part of all of this? PSU has handed out free concessions at basketball games for the last two seasons. You know, if you like that kind of thing.

WOMEN’S SOCCER

PSU’s women’s soccer team is arguably the most successful program at the school. The women have won four big conference championships in the last seven years, all under head coach Laura Schott. Those seven seasons have included Big Sky MVPs, numerous Big Sky championship appearances, a Big Sky coach of the year award and a 16game unbeaten streak.

The women have found success in the past, there is no doubt about that.

Unfortunately for PSU soccer fans, there is no home field on campus. Instead, the Vikings play all their home games at Hillsboro Stadium, which is roughly 14 miles away from campus.

That means that for those of you who live on campus and want to catch a game, it would be closer for you to travel to a PSU road game against the University of Portland at Merlo Field. The women are the most successful, but they are the hardest to watch. Unless, of course, they go on the road to the University of Portland.

TRACK AND FIELD

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The track and field squad on the Park Blocks has also seen success, on the women’s side. The women have often challenged for the Big Sky conference championship lately, including secondand-third place finishes within the last five years.

Coached by Ronnye Harrison and his staff, the Vikings have become a squad that challenges the Big Sky every year.

Individually, the Vikings have also produced Big Sky champions and athletes who have made the National Championship meet, which takes place in Eugene every year.

Track and field has an indoor and outdoor season, with the indoor season starting in January and the outdoor season starting afterwards until May–June depending on how successful PSU is.

Unfortunately, it’s the same story for track and field as it is for women’s soccer. When PSU had a chance to host the Big Sky conference championship meet, it took place in Forest Grove at Pacific University.

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

Mark Rountree is PSU’s athletic director, and he is still relatively new to the Park Blocks. The 2015–16 season will be his first full year in the position. Rountree was formerly the deputy athletic director at Miami of Ohio.

Biggest challenges for Rountree? Completing the Viking Pavilion project smoothly, and bringing PSU a winning football season.

There are a lot of other sports at PSU like volleyball, softball and tennis. To keep up with all of the above and more, check in with the Vanguard and goviks.com. Doing that and attending a game or event are the best ways to get involved with PSU athletics.

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Phuoc Francis Nguyen Portland State Rec Clubs is a student-led program

that offers a wide range of sports, games and activities.

Each club is under the leadership of students and funded through student fees. Rec Clubs aims to be communityoriented, safe, sustainable, diverse, accessible and educational. Student participation is encouraged for recreation, as well as intercollegiate completion for all skill levels.

Rec Clubs Coordinator Peter Kramer has been with PSU since 2009. He completed his undergraduate work at the University of Minnesota. During that time, he worked at its recreation center as a student employee and was a fouryear member of the Men’s Lacrosse Club. After completing an internship with UCLA’s Competitive Sports Program, he made the move to PSU as the Rec Clubs graduate assistant. In 2012, he became the Rec Clubs coordinator.

Vanguard: How would you describe the Rec Club experience?

Kramer: You might not even like the actual activity that you are doing, but you might like the group of people that participate in it. Going back to the days of my undergrad, being a part of the Minnesota Men’s Lacrosse team was my life. Through that, I met people in other clubs. You just meet new friends and new people. It is a fun experience and that is what makes your higher-level experience fun.

VG: What are some reasons students should be joining a Rec Club?

PK: It is engagement. I come from the school of thought that if you are engaged, if you are participating in a student group or Rec Club—anything on campus—you are more likely to succeed in your schoolwork as well. Rec Clubs is a perfect avenue to meet new people, make new friends, and maybe try a sport or activity that you’ve never tried before.

It is to broaden your horizons and meet people of common interest that you like.

VG: What is the best way to get started?

PK: Stopping by our office is important. The key to anything is to get in contact with the club leaders themselves. Developing that relationship is great. We always strongly encourage our club officers and presidents to be open and engaging when someone emails them—to respond right away. Our club leaders are great. I think they take huge interest in their clubs, and their interest is infectious. If anybody new is interested, get in contact with the club leaders and get into that community.

VG: What is the first step in starting a club?

PK: Come in and talk to us. Talk to me directly. I’ll sit down and have a conversation with you about interests.

A lot of the time, where that usually goes is me asking questions to see what the individual wants the club to be.

Is it something that fits under our umbrella? For instance, maybe it operates as a [Student Activities & Leadership Programs] group, not a Rec Club. Maybe it is a community group as opposed to a highly competitive group.

VG: What are typically ways a club promotes themselves?

PK: Night at the Rec and Party in the Blocks are the Rec Clubs’ two big opportunities to market. We believe that fall is the biggest time to market. We provide those two opportunities for clubs to market. Besides that, it is on the individual club to decide if they want a table out in the Park Blocks, whether they want to do Facebook posts that highlight their club. We have a Facebook page where we market the clubs, but the club leaders have to provide us with the materials in order to make that successful.

VG: If a new student comes into your office for the first time, what would you say to them?

PK: “Hi, I’m Peter, and I am the Rec Clubs coordinator.

How can I help you?” I’ll overload people with information. I don’t do that to confuse anybody or overwhelm them, but I do it to provide them with highlights of what we offer as a department. Sometimes I will talk about other

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program areas. What we want to try to do as a department and a university is find what makes people tick and what interests them. We have the means to provide for students to participate and be engaging.

VG: What are you looking forward to this year?

PK: It’s exciting to work with new and interested students. When it comes to club leadership, every year things change. You have some people that return, but generally it is a whole bunch of new faces, challenges, and you are constantly learning. The most rewarding thing about my job is that it is never the same on any given day. It is always consistently changing. A lot of that has to do with the different personalities that I interact with.

For more information about joining a Rec Club, visit pdx. edu/recreation/rec-clubs. If you want to come meet the officers of the clubs, visit Night at the Rec, which will be held on Tuesday, September 22, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the Rec Center Courts, and Party in the Park on Thursday, October 1 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the PSU Park Blocks.

LIST OF CURRENTLY OFFERED REC CLUBS Badminton Baseball Bouldering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Crew Cricket Crossfit Cycling Dodgeball Fencing Hip Hop Alliance Ice Hockey Karate Kickboxing Lacrosse (Men's) Lacrosse (Women's) Latina Dance Rugby (Women's) MILES SANGUINETTI/VANGUARD ARCHIVES

Running Around Portland Sailing Soccer (Men's) Soccer (Women's) Steps of Rhythm Table Tennis Tango Tennis Ultimate Frisbee (Men's) Ultimate Frisbee (Women's) Volleyball (Men's) Volleyball (Women’s) Water Polo (Men's) Water Polo (Women's) Wrestling MILES SANGUINETTI/VANGUARD ARCHIVES

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THE MASTER LIST OF PORTLAND STATE’S STUDENT GROUPS Aislinn Rennison ACADEMIC: • Association of Environmental Science Students • National Student Speech Language Hearing Association • Association for Computing Machinery at PSU • Physics Society • Anthropology Student Association • Optometry Club • Health Promotion Student Organization • Hebrew Conversation Club • American Water Works Association Student Chapter • PSU American Sign Language Club • The Neuroscience Club at PSU • International City/ County Management Association • Association of Engineering Geologists, Student Chapter • American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) • French Club • Biology Investigation and Outreach • Geospatial Information Society • Economics Students Association • Coriba Geology Club • Community Development Student Group • Engineers Without Borders • Geothermal Resources Council • American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers • American Society of Mechanical Engineers • Wildlife Science and Conservation Club • The Chemistry Society • Students Organization

GAMERS GRIFFON JILLSON (LEFT) AND NIKO WEBB show off the PSU Gaming Club’s board game collection.

of Applied Linguistics • Students in Transportation, Engineering and Planning • Pre-Dental Student Organization • Practical Electronics Applications Club • SIAM Student Chapter at PSU • Pre-Veterinary Medical Group • Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society • Spanish Club • Math Club • Sociology Club

• Portland Pre-Law Society • Portland Pre-Health Society • Society of Women Engineers • Planning Club • Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers • Science Outreach Society • Philosophy Club • School of Social Work (OGSSW) • Robotics Club • Roosevelt High School Writing and Publishing Center • Psychology Club • PSU Debate Union

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MULTICULTURAL: • Association of Latino Professionals for America • Association of African Students • Organization of International Students • American Indian Science and Engineering Society • Arab Persian Student Organization • National Society of Black Engineers • UAE Student Group • Cultural and Historical Association for Israel

• Las Mujeres • Iranian Student Association of Portland (ISAP) • Kurdish Youth Organization • Iraqi Students’ Club • Cambodian Student Association • Japanese Student Society • Indian Student Association • German Student Cultural Association • Jewish Student Union • Chinese Student Scholar Association • Hong Kong Student Association • Kaibigan: Filipino American Student Association • Korean Student Association • Thai Student Organization • Muslim Student Association • Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan (M.E.Ch.A) • Nepalese Student Association • Pacific Islanders Club • Black Cultural Affairs Board • United Indian Students in Higher Education • Vietnamese Student Association • Taiwanese Student Association • Kuwaiti Student Club • Saudi Student Club • PSU Russian Club • PSU SACNAS • Portland KoreanAmerican Scientists and Engineers

RECREATIONAL: • Badminton • Baseball • Kickboxing • Action Sports • Water Polo, Men’s • Water Polo, Women’s • Ultimate Frisbee, Men’s • Fire Arts • Cycling

• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu • Curling • Fencing • Ultimate Frisbee, Women’s • Volleyball, Women’s • Tennis • Crossfit • Crew • Tango • Latina Dance • Breakin’ • Taekwondo • Bouldering • Table Tennis • Electro Dance Club • Dragon Boat • Dodgeball • Disc Golf • Swing Out PDX • Super Smash Club • Steps of Rhythm • Soccer, Women’s • Ice Hockey • Soccer, Men’s • Running Around Portland • Sailing • Lacrosse, Men’s • Rugby, Women’s • Rec Clubs Council • Rec Admin Club • Rainbow Vikings

COMMUNITY SERVICE: • Volunteers of America Oregon • The Media Foundation • Voz Workers’ Rights Education Project • SOLVE • Solutions Generator • Depave • Rose Haven • Store to Door • Habitat for Humanity, Portland/Metro East • Rose Community Enrichment

REINVESTMENT INITIATIVES: • Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon and Southwest • PSU Food Pantry • Livable Lents • Boise Neighborhood Association

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ENVIRONMENTAL • Urban Nature Partners PDX • World Salmon Council • Green Street Steward Program • Columbia Slough Watershed Council POLITICAL/ ADVOCACY • Young Americans for Liberty • Associated Students of PSU • ASPSU Judicial Board • Women for Women International • Feminism United • College Republicans • IBEA PSU • College Democrats • Environmental Club • Global Medical Brigades • IHI Open School Chapter • Depression Support and Advocacy Group • Dismantle Privilege Portland • Sustainability Leadership Center • Sustainability Leader Network • Sunshine Division • First Generation Pride and Allies • Food Action Collective • Portland Socialist Alternative • Students United for Palestinian Equal Rights • Students United for Nonviolence • Freethinkers of PSU • Students for Sensible Drug Policy • Students for Unity • Portland State Polyamory Alliance • Students Addressing Urban & City Issues • Student Fee Committee • Bike PSU • Organization Budget Council • International Justice Mission Campus Chapter • International Socialist Organization • International Youth and Students for Social Equality • Student Educational Travel Board • Student Community

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THE PACIFIC ISLANDERS CLUB membership and coordination staff during the second annual Pacific Festival in Nov. 2014. JON RABY/VANGUARD ARCHIVE

Engagement Center Portal • Oregon Students Public Interest • Research Group • Student Animal Liberation Coalition • Student Alliance for Sexual Safety • Speakers Board • Model United Nations • Mindful PSU • Military Science Club • Semper Fidelis Society • SALP Student Administrators Club • Public Administration Student Association • Portland State Programming Board

GREEK LIFE: • Alpha Chi Omega • Alpha Kappa Alpha • Alpha Kappa Psi • Phi Delta Theta Fraternity • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity • Omega Delta Phi • Greek Council • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority • Kappa Delta Chi • Kappa Sigma Fraternity

HONORARY • Tau Sigma National Honor Society • Alpha Phi Sigma, Pi Sigma Upsilon Chapter • Tau Beta Pi • Lambda Alpha Beta Anthropology National Honor Society • Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology • Pi Mu Epsilon, Oregon Gamma Chapter • Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society

• Chi Sigma Iota • Chi Epsilon • Persatuan Mahasiswa Indonesia di Amerika Serikat Portland • Omega Rho • National Society of Collegiate Scholars • Beta Alpha Psi

BUSINESS: • American Marketing Association • Women in Business • Net Impact Chapter • Entrepreneurship PSU • Financial Management Association • Supply and Logistics Management Association • PSU Human Resource Management • Outdoor Industry Women’s Coalition, PSU Chapter ART & INDUSTRY • Anime Club • American Institute of Architecture Students PSU Chapter • Time Arts Club • The Green Note • Portland State Magic • Instrumental Music Club • Food For Thought Student Art Gallery • Portland State Chess • Critical Miss • Camera Arts Society • Figure Drawing Group • Student Opera Association of PSU • PSU League of Legends • Student Arts League • PSU Artist Collective • STAGE: Student Theater Academically Guided • Rose City Print Arts Collective

• PSU Guild of Student– Conductors

LIFESTYLE: • Allies in Change • Queer Resource Center • PSU Pro Life • Paranormal Activity Club

RELIGIOUS:

• Wellness and Health Action Team • The Bloom Project • Portland State Red Cross Student Group • Northwest VEG • MacDonald Center • National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Oregon Chapter

STUDENT MEDIA & STUDENT-RUN SERVICES:

• Impact • Zoe Club • Art of Living Foundation • Great Prophet • PDX Cru

• Vanguard • Portland Spectrum • Rearguard • PSU TV

• KPSU • Portland State Professional Sound • Portland Review • Pathos • Littman and White Galleries • Green Roots Cafe • Fifth Avenue Cinema • Graphic Design Center

OTHER: • Active Children Portland • Girls Incorporated of the Pacific Northwest • Training To Work at SE Works • SMART • Interfaith Leadership Team • Portland YouthBuilders • I Have A Dream Foundation • Portland Women’s Crisis Line • Playworks • Casa Verde • New Avenues for Youth • Northwest Outdoor Science School • LEP High School • Community Vision, Inc. • Clackamas County Children’s Commission

SHAC IS HERE FOR YOU! Any student taking 5 or more credit hours can access services at the Center for Student Health & Counseling (SHAC), regardless of insurance.

MEDICAL SERVICES Immediate and primary care services including health and wellness exams, STI screenings, contraceptive counseling, x-ray services, laboratory services, immunizations, travel abroad and Peace Corp physicals, and more. Office visits are free (additional costs for some servcies, see pdx.edu/shac/cost-billing).

COUNSELING SERVICES

Free individual or group therapy and emergency/crisis services. Learning disorder and ADHD assessment (additional cost).

DENTAL SERVICES Comprehensive exams, digital x-rays, teeth cleanings ,fillings, wisdom teeth extractions, root canals, and more at a reduced cost. Emergency appointments are available on a daily basis.

FREE SELF SERVICE ITEMS WHILE SHAC IS OPEN Condoms, dental dams, lube, cough drops, band-aids, ibuprofen, and more are all free and available to you in the SHAC lobby.

ALL PSU STUDENTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO USE SHAC’S TESTING SERVICES

Academic Testing including classroom make-up exams, accommodated testing for those registered through Disability Services, testing for college credit for knowledge already gained, and more.

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