University of Portland Campus Experience
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PROGRAMS OF STUDY FOR 2017–2018 College of Arts
Pre-Professional
Biology
Pre-Dentistry Study
Chemistry
Pre-Law Study
Communication
Pre-Medicine Study
Economics
Pre-Occupational
& Sciences
want to
English Environmental Ethics
make a
Therapy Study
Pre-Optometry Study
& Policy
Pre-Pharmacy Study
Environmental Science
Pre-Physical Therapy Study
French Studies
Pre-Veterinary Study
General Studies German Studies
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Dr. Robert B. Pamplin, Jr. School of Business
History
Accounting
Mathematics
Economics
Music
Finance
Organizational
Marketing
Communication Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Social Work Sociology/Criminology Track Spanish Theater Theology
Operations & Technology Management
School of Education Elementary Education Secondary Education Donald P. Shiley
School of Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
Minors Biology Business Administration Catholic Studies Chemistry Communication Computer Science Economics Education English Entrepreneurship
& Innovation Management Environmental Policy Environmental Science Fine Arts French Gender & Women’s Studies German Global Business Hellenic Studies History Mathematics Music Neuroscience Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology
School of Nursing
Social Justice
Nursing
Sociology Spanish Sustainability Theater Theology
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At Oregon’s Catholic university, we prepare you not just for a career but for life. Your mind will be sharpened. Your heart will be touched. And you will be inspired to do more than you ever thought possible.
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UP’s main academic quad includes the library, dining hall, chapel, and academic buildings.
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Become a difference maker. At UP you will explore who you are and who you want to be. In addition to pursuing one of over 40 different academic programs, you will find extraordinary opportunities to cultivate your best self. You can take part in service-learning projects and volunteer programs; work on research projects with professors; develop leadership skills through entrepreneurial programs, campus clubs, and campus ministry; and expand your worldview by studying abroad or hearing renowned speakers on campus share their expertise. No matter what you choose, you will be part of a select group of students who want to make a difference.
WHY UP is one of the top characterbuilding universities in the nation, according to the Templeton Foundation.
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Students show their purple pride.
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Kale in the lobby of Lund Family Hall, the new residence hall.
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“The professors here are so personable and really encourage students to be engaged in their education.”
Actively engaged.
Kale Kanaeholo ’18 // Coming to UP from Hawaii has provided me the opportunity to share my heritage and history 2,500 miles from home. When you step onto The Bluff, you have the opportunity to discover your different interests through academic and campus activities. During my time at UP, I have grown as a student as well as explored different passions through on-campus jobs and programs. I have become the photography editor for the school yearbook, a tour guide for the Office of Admissions, and a member of the Hawaii Club. Since freshman year, I have grown tremendously as a person and a student. I am finding my identity here at the University of Portland.
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Abundant options.
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The plaza and steps in front of Clark Library  With more than 40 majors, 32 minors, and over 1,400 courses to choose from, you’ll find an array of academic programs. We are also the only university in Oregon to offer a College of Arts and Sciences; Schools of Business, Education, Engineering, and Nursing; and a Graduate School.
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Personal connections. Our professors—who are experts in the fields of business, education, engineering, and nursing as well as the arts and sciences—live and breathe what they teach. They are nationally recognized for their skills, and they show it every day in their commitment to helping you learn and grow. UP is known for its collaborative approach and sense of community, which means you will work as a team with other students and faculty to explore problems and potential solutions. You will also find that it’s easy to get involved because most classes have fewer than 30 students, and professors know who you are. When you combine this personal approach with knowledgeable faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, you will quickly find that discoveries really can happen every day.
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UP has the resources you need—from a variety of specialized labs to ample study areas in our remodeled Clark Library. We are also home to the Franz Center for Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Innovation; the Shepard Academic Resource Center; as well as Army and Air Force ROTC and Honors programs.
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Experiencing the historic old town in Salzburg, Austria.
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International horizons. Studying abroad gives you access to experiences that will change how you think about yourself and the world, and we want you to be able to take advantage of this opportunity. At UP we offer more than a dozen studies abroad programs as well as additional options through partner organizations. All of these programs are designed to fulfill either core University classes or specific major requirements, even for specialized areas including nursing, social work, business, and engineering. Programs are based in such places as Australia, Austria, China, Ecuador, England, France, Ireland, Italy, Japan, and Spain and are offered for a summer, semester, or year. But no matter which experience you choose, you’ll make memories that last a lifetime.
WHY UP is one of the top national producers of Fulbright student scholars among peer institutions, and most of these students studied abroad.
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“I believe it’s important to engage and understand the global community.”
Study abroad.
Frances Turner ’17 // I decided to study abroad so I could experience another culture in a full immersion setting. I spent a semester abroad in Granada, Spain, because I wanted to improve my Spanish in all areas: speaking, listening, writing, and reading—all while living with a family there. Some of my favorite memories from my semester were spending time with my host family, meeting new people, and exploring the city. Studying abroad was truly one of the best experiences of my life. I think it’s important for students to expand their bound aries and try new things, which is exactly what studying abroad allowed me to do. My appreciation and love for the Spanish language and culture only grew during my time in Spain.
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Frances exploring the sights of Granada, Spain, as part of her semester abroad.
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of the top cities in the U.S. to live and work: UP is 10 minutes from downtown Portland.
of many outstanding faculty: German professor Laura McLary was the 2015 Oregon Professor of the Year.
of the best places for entrepreneurs: Our Entrepreneur Scholars Program has twice been ranked the best U.S. specialty program.
of the highest returns on investment: UP alumni earn the most in Oregon.
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different study abroad programs available through UP, as well as additional options through partner programs.
over 97% of undergraduate students receive some type of financial aid, including scholarships, grants, and loans.
1 + 165 22 in Oregon for best value among private universities in 2017. This is the seventh consecutive year UP has received this ranking from Kiplinger’s Personal Finance.
thousand hours logged annually by students through volunteer and service-learning projects.
Travel+Leisure calls Portland one of the “greenest cities,� thanks to its parks, mass transit, and sustainable foods.
consecutive years in the top ten for western regional universities, as ranked in 2016 by U.S. News & World Report.
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in the nation for the number of students receiving prestigious Fulbright Awards to study and work abroad among peer institutions, according to The Chronicle of Higher Education.
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Volunteering in Portland’s Tryon Creek State Park—service and sustainability are core UP values.
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One way new students can get involved even before school starts is to sign up for the Service Plunge, which allows participants to become immersed in the community by volunteering with local organizations.
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Celebrating community outside the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.
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Spiritual awareness. Since our founding, UP has been guided by the Congregation of Holy Cross, a community of Roman Catholic priests and brothers who see education as a work of forming the heart as well as the mind. This means that all students are provided with a range of opportunities to explore questions of faith, virtue, and ethics. You will have access to sacred spaces, mentors in faith, formation in prayer, and peer ministry. Campus Ministry is committed to welcoming and connecting you to the resources, retreats, faith communities, and liturgies that meet you where you are and help you mature in your faith. Pastoral residents live in every residence hall, and Mass is available in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher and in the residence hall chapels. Throughout the year, the Garaventa Center hosts renowned speakers who bring into focus the intersection of faith and culture.
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Tie volunteer efforts to your major and you’ve added value—and values— to your education. UP is one of the nation’s top colleges among its peers for commitment to service and is listed on the 2015 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll.
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Creating change. Service and community engagement are central to UP’s mission to prepare students to respond to the needs of the world. Each year hundreds of students serve in the local community as a way to be active citizens, contribute to our community, and learn about themselves. Getting off campus and engaging with others is a great way to connect with the issues you care about most and be a part of creating change. Through the Moreau Center you can get involved in weekly and monthly activities as well as one-time service events such as planting trees, tutoring and mentoring children, or assisting people experiencing homelessness. In addition to local service opportunities, the Moreau Center offers immersion programs during academic breaks to learn first-hand about social justice issues facing different regions and cultures in the U.S. and other countries.
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Maryam enjoying a sunny day on one of the campus quads.
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“I have been at UP for four years and there is still so much left to do and see on campus and in Portland.”
Community involvement.
Maryam Saudagaran ’17 // Being involved on campus has given me the opportunity to connect with a diverse group of students. And, I’ve also gained great friends as well as formed invaluable and lasting relationships. As the former hall council co-president for Shipstad and the marketing coordinator for the Campus Programming Board (CPB), I collaborated with fellow students and residence life staff in organizing successful, engaging events for others— which is something that I really enjoy doing. Some of my favorite events were Dance of the Decades and the Rock The Bluff concert. I have also stayed involved in the local nursing community through my work as a Providence Scholar and the UP Student Nurses Association.
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Real experiences. Our goal is for you to go beyond the classroom no matter what your field of study. In addition to the connections you will make through our academic programs as well as through schools, clinics, research labs, and entrepreneurial ventures, our Career Center offers myriad resources to support you as early as your freshman year. Staff can provide advice on LinkedIn profiles, review resumes, and help with interview techniques. Handshake, an online recruiting and job platform, enables students and alumni to find internships, and parttime and full-time opportunities. It also offers customized recommendations based on career interests and is a direct link to over 120,000 unique employers from every industry and region.
WHY The Career Center hosts an annual internship fair in the fall and three spring fairs—one targeted to science and engineering majors, another to business and liberal arts majors, and an internship forum.
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Hands-on learning experiences can be found throughout the city, including local classrooms.
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Heidi preparing to climb the rock wall in the Beauchamp Recreation and Wellness Center.
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“Outdoor Pursuits is a great way to meet people and to learn new outdoor skills.”
Focus on fitness.
Heidi Grompe ’17 // I love anything that involves going outside. For me, extracurricular activities are extremely important and add balance to my life as a student. I have worked for the University’s Recreation Services and Outdoor Pursuits program since my freshman year. I lead outdoor rock climbing trips on weekends and school breaks to climbing areas all across Oregon and Washington in addition to teaching mountaineering and climbing skills classes. Being involved with these programs is a great way to decrease stress, meet awesome friends, and unwind after a long day. I feel so lucky to live in Portland where we have Mt. Hood right next to us. The mountain offers so much—backpacking and climbing in the summer, skiing and snowboarding in the winter, and mountaineering all year round. 29
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minutes in the car gets you to uncrowded beaches along the Oregon coast or to the forested slopes of Mt. Hood.
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West Coast Conference Championships. 2016-2017 women’s cross country, men’s soccer, and men’s tennis.
Portland was named one of the “World’s Best Cycling Cities” by CNN in 2014.
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The Beauchamp Recreation and Wellness Center has an exercise studio with free classes and activities, 3 indoor gyms, a climbing wall, an indoor track, our Outdoor Pursuits program, and more.
student-run clubs are active on campus, with options including academic, multicultural, athletic, and special interest groups.
Catch the UP weekly movie or go off to one of the 66 movie theaters in Portland, home to more theaters per capita than any other U.S. city.
288 parks in Portland, including Forest Park, which has 5,100 wooded acres and more than 70 miles of trails.
Division I varsity sports at UP include men’s and women’s basketball, soccer, cross country, track and field, and tennis as well as baseball and women’s volleyball, beach volleyball, and rowing.
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Practice on one of UP’s fields  There is something happening on campus every day, which makes it easy to get involved. Take part in lectures, movies, concerts, NCAA Division I games, poetry readings, intramural and club sports, performing arts, spiritual retreats, and more.
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Ice climbing on Mt. Hood with the Outdoor Pursuits program.
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Healthy living. At UP, we know you’ll work hard. To help you recharge, the Beauchamp Recreation and Wellness Center offers plenty of ways to stay active. This stateof-the-art 73,000 square-foot facility offers something for everyone. There are exercise studios where free classes and activities such as kick-boxing, Zumba, indoor cycling, and yoga are held. The center features a climbing wall, free weights, and treadmills, as well as elliptical, bike, and stair machines. Suspended above three gyms is a track for walking and running. To support healthy, active minds the center offers nutrition workshops and stress management activities, as well as guided meditation classes. The center also houses our Outdoor Pursuits program offering helmets, tents, and sleeping bags for rent. Hiking, climbing, kayaking, snowboarding, and snow-shoeing trips are planned through the program. In addition, students can join dozens of intramural and club sports teams.
WHY Portland is nationally recognized for its green sensibilities, great food, and easy access to the outdoors.
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“UP professors are devoted not only to teaching their students, but also to getting to know them inside and outside the classroom.”
Entrepreneurial spirit.
Taryn Delhotal ’15 // I was fortunate enough to take part in the University’s Entrepreneur Scholars Program, which exposed me to a range of opportunities related to business ventures, including traveling to New York City and Dubai to interview and meet other creative entrepreneurs. I also completed an Entrepreneur Scholars project that focused on opening a bar specializing in hard cider from the Pacific Northwest. The business plan involved marketing research, strategy, and financials on launching the bar. The project was presented at the University’s $100K Challenge Venture Competition. The program allowed me to see life outside of my major. After graduation, I was hired as a developer for Instrument, a digital brand and product innovation company in Portland. 36
Taryn outside Clark Library.
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Show your purple pride and root for one of our 16 NCAA Division I athletic teams including men’s basketball (coached by Portland Trail Blazer legend Terry Porter), two-time NCAA champion women’s soccer, defending West Coast Conference champions men’s soccer, women’s cross country and men’s tennis, and a dominant men’s cross country program (17 NCAA Championship appearances). 38
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Close-knit community. It all starts with living on campus. Being in the residence halls is a vital part of the UP experience, and it puts you at the center of everything you need— from classes and labs to the library and dining services. But more importantly, you are part of a community—over 2,200 students live in our ten residence halls, including nearly every freshman. You will also find that it is a great way to meet new friends and study partners, as well as participate in hall events—from game nights and cooking events to excursions downtown. Each residence hall has a distinct style and personality, but all create friendships and memories that you’ll carry with you for life.
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UP offers both co-ed and single-sex residence halls, and all have resident assistants on every floor as well as a hall director and a pastoral resident. The best way to find out which hall might be right for you is to talk with our student tour guides in the admissions office.
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Visible from campus and downtown is Oregon’s iconic Mt. Hood.
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World-class city. We think Portland is an amazing place to live. You’ll find great restaurants, cafÊs, and food carts; a vibrant music and theater scene; independent retailers and funky thrift shops; and professional sports teams. There are miles of hiking and biking trails, including the 5,100-acre Forest Park, which makes it easy to enjoy the outdoors right in the city. Portland also has a wealth of learning and employment opportunities. We are home to world-renowned businesses, as well as innovative small and medium-sized companies on their way up. Wherever you want to go, Portland’s transportation system helps you get there. Buses stop right outside campus, free shuttles take you to MAX Light Rail, and myriad bike lanes traverse the city.
WHY The campus is in a residential neighborhood overlooking the Willamette River and is only ten minutes from downtown.
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“The city of Portland and the Pamplin School of Business have given me access to great networking and educational opportunities for my future.”
Portland connections.
Lucas Cummings ’19 // Living in the city of Portland has truly changed my life. Originally from New Hampshire, I wanted to go to college on the West Coast, and I immediately fell in love with the city and the University of Portland. Every weekend I try to do something fun outdoors around the Portland area. From hiking and camping to surfing, I love discovering unique and fun ways to explore Oregon. I have met many interesting and influential people during my time here. These connections, as well as help from the Franz Center, have allowed me to build a tiny house for a friend in need. I am now working with the city of Portland to start another tiny house project. Thanks to these experiences, as well as my relationships with UP professors, I am learning how to accomplish my dreams and achieve my ambitions. 44
Lucas enjoying all that downtown Portland has to offer.
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find uncrowded beaches that stretch for 362 miles. Go 90 minutes southeast and find Mt. Hood, a year-round destination for skiing, snowboarding, and hiking. Head east for 60 minutes along the Columbia River Gorge to get to Hood River, a hotspot for windsurfing, kiteboarding, and backcountry adventures. With so much to explore in Oregon, the hardest part might be choosing which adventure to have first.
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Opportunities abound UP is among the best schools in the region and one of the best values, too. We’ve been named one of the top ten schools in the West by U.S. News & World Report for twenty-two consecutive years. And Kiplinger’s Personal Finance has listed us for seven consecutive years as the best value for private universities in Oregon.
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Discover even more about UP. Explore videos at up.edu/admissionsvideos and follow us on social media. Contact our student ambassadors at admsstud@up.edu; they can arrange for you to visit a class and meet with a professor.
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Explore the possibilities. Become a Pilot for a day so that you can get a feel for what it is like to live and learn here. The admissions office hosts numerous visitation days, which provide an opportunity to learn about academic programs, tour the campus with current students, eat lunch in our dining hall, and look inside the residence halls. You can also meet with admission counselors year-round, take one of our campus tours, or even attend a class. High school seniors can also sign up for an overnight stay with a student host. For a current schedule of group visitation days or to arrange a personal visit, go to our website at up.edu/admissions/visit, call 503.943.7147, or email us at visit@up.edu.
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Aerial view of the University of Portland, looking north.
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UP’s campus provides the best of both worlds. We are in a quiet and safe residential neighborhood on a bluff above the Willamette River, but only a ten-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Portland’s city center.
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FAST FACTS Mission Founded in 1901. Guided by the Congregation of Holy Cross, which fosters development of the whole person through teaching and learning, faith and formation, and service and leadership.
Congregation of Holy Cross A community of Roman Catholic priests and brothers dedicated to educating students in heart and mind since its founding in France in 1837.
Campus 150 acres in a residential neighborhood, a ten-minute drive to downtown Portland. Student Body 3,762 undergraduate and 517 graduate students from 46 states and over 40 countries.
39% of undergraduates are minority students. Average combined critical reading and math SAT score
in 2016 was 1193 (equivalent to a redesigned SAT average of 1270) with the middle 50% from 1100-1280; average ACT scores for English and math were 26; and the average high school GPA was 3.65. Residence Life Ten residence halls, housing more than 2,200 students. Faculty 242 professors; 12:1 student/faculty ratio. Study Abroad Diverse study abroad programs with varying lengths in such countries as Australia, Austria, China, Ecuador, England, France, Ireland, Italy, Japan, and Spain.
Athletics Intramural, recreational, and club sports and 16 NCAA Division I intercollegiate sports. Financial Aid Average amount awarded to freshmen last year was more than $24,290, excluding student
loans. Over 97% of full-time undergraduates received some type of aid (from all sources and including loans). Tuition For the 2017-2018 academic year, tuition is $43,686; room and board (most popular package) is $12,658.
The University of Portland does not discriminate in its educational programs, admissions policies, scholarship
and loan programs, athletic and other school-administered programs, or employment on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation. The University expressly reserves its rights and obligations to maintain its commitment to its Catholic identity and the doctrines of the Catholic Church.
CONTACT US We welcome your questions. The Office of Admissions is located on the second floor of Waldschmidt Hall. Purple visitor signs mark the admissions visitor parking along The Bluff. General Email admissions@up.edu Schedule a Tour visit@up.edu
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PROGRAMS OF STUDY FOR 2017–2018 College of Arts
Pre-Professional
Biology
Pre-Dentistry Study
Chemistry
Pre-Law Study
Communication
Pre-Medicine Study
Economics
Pre-Occupational
& Sciences
want to
English Environmental Ethics
make a
Therapy Study
Pre-Optometry Study
& Policy
Pre-Pharmacy Study
Environmental Science
Pre-Physical Therapy Study
French Studies
Pre-Veterinary Study
General Studies German Studies
difference
Programs
Dr. Robert B. Pamplin, Jr. School of Business
History
Accounting
Mathematics
Economics
Music
Finance
Organizational
Marketing
Communication Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Social Work Sociology/Criminology Track Spanish Theater Theology
Operations & Technology Management
School of Education Elementary Education Secondary Education Donald P. Shiley
School of Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering
© 2017 University of Portland
Mechanical Engineering
Minors Biology Business Administration Catholic Studies Chemistry Communication Computer Science Economics Education English Entrepreneurship
& Innovation Management Environmental Policy Environmental Science Fine Arts French Gender & Women’s Studies German Global Business Hellenic Studies History Mathematics Music Neuroscience Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology
School of Nursing
Social Justice
Nursing
Sociology Spanish Sustainability Theater Theology
University of Portland Campus Experience