Events

One Book, One Coast: Honoring History with George Takei’s They Called Us Enemy

This spring, the Library is proud to collaborate with the College of Education for the One Book, One Coast community read event. This year’s selection, They Called Us Enemy by George Takei, is a moving graphic memoir that recounts Takei’s childhood years spent in American incarceration camps during World War II. By revisiting this dark … Continue reading the article: One Book, One Coast: Honoring History with George Takei’s They Called Us Enemy

Get GLAM! Learn about Gallery, Library, Archives, and Museum Careers

Upcoming Event Get GLAM! Learn about Gallery, Library, Archives, and Museum careers, hosted by the PSU Library. Wednesday April 22, 12:30pm Millar Library | Room 170 Curious about a career in galleries, libraries, archives, or museums? Join us for a panel discussion with local experts to discuss their roles, the realities of the industry, and … Continue reading the article: Get GLAM! Learn about Gallery, Library, Archives, and Museum Careers

Library Newsletter Spring 2026

New Dark Horse Alcove If you’re a fan of comics or pop culture, stop by our new display on the first floor. You’ll find figurines, rare ephemera, and rotating items from your favorite series. It’s located right next to Special Collections, which houses a comprehensive research archive of every Dark Horse comic, book, and statue … Continue reading the article: Library Newsletter Spring 2026

October 2nd Library Welcome and Open House for Students

We are excited to welcome students to the library during Viking Days this fall! We will have light refreshments, free buttons, a keepsake bingo card and crafts. Spend a little time with us coloring bookmarks, folding book page origami, and exploring your creative side with book spine poetry.  When: October 2nd, 12-2pm. Where: Library building, … Continue reading the article: October 2nd Library Welcome and Open House for Students

2024 OHSU-PSU School of Public Health Annual Conference

OHSU-PSU School of Public Health Annual Conference April 4, 2024 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Smith Memorial Student Union, 3rd Floor Ballroom (Room 355) 1825 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97201 The OHSU-PSU School of Public Health Annual Conference, hosted by the SPH Student Leadership Council, showcases the work of students in the field of public … Continue reading the article: 2024 OHSU-PSU School of Public Health Annual Conference

2024 Student Research Symposium – Part of Research Week!

Student Research Symposium May 8 – Part of Research Week. The Student Research Symposium, part of PSU Research Week, is an opportunity for current PSU graduate and undergraduate students across all disciplines to showcase their research. Students gain experience and confidence presenting and defending ideas to an audience, and get valuable feedback to further their investigations. … Continue reading the article: 2024 Student Research Symposium – Part of Research Week!

PSU Anthropology Presents Archaeology First Thursdays

Archaeology First Thursdays Archaeology First Thursdays are an opportunity to take a deep dive into archaeology practice. Each month our distinguished guests present research. You have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss their research directly with them.  RECORDINGS: PDXScholar Archive The final presentation in the series happened May 5, 2022.  Past Events: Indigenous … Continue reading the article: PSU Anthropology Presents Archaeology First Thursdays

PDXScholar Reaches 10 Million Downloads!

PDXScholar hits an amazing milestone – 10 million downloads!  PDXScholar,  The Institutional Repository for Portland State University, hosts the research, scholarship, and creative works of Portland State University faculty, staff, and students.   Dedicated to open access, PSU Library collects, preserves, and distributes works produced at PSU, making them discoverable to anyone, anywhere in … Continue reading the article: PDXScholar Reaches 10 Million Downloads!

Student Research Symposium

Student Research Symposium Happens May 4, 2022. The Student Research Symposium is an opportunity for current PSU graduate and undergraduate students across all disciplines to showcase their research. Students gain experience and confidence presenting and defending ideas to an audience, and get valuable feedback to further their investigations. This year’s in-person Symposium will take place … Continue reading the article: Student Research Symposium