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Special Collections 

Special Collections at the PSU Library is a limited collection centering around teaching and learning at Portland State University. See the Special Collections Website for a more detailed explanation of the collection. The types of items included are:

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Archives

The University Archives contains the official records of Portland State University dating from the inception of Vanport Extension Center on 24 March 1946. The archives includes paper records, university publications, photographs, reel to reel and cassette tapes, and memorabilia relating to the University. Click here to visit the University Archives Website.