Portland State University Visitors Guide - Flipbook - Page 3
Table of Contents
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PARKS & GARDENS
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CULTIVATING CREATIVITY
We’re called Portland, but we could really be
named Parkland for all the gorgeous parks we
have in our area.
Portland’s thriving art scene is home to writers,
designers, filmmakers, actors and creatives of
all types.
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GET OUTSIDE
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PORTLAND BALLERS
While PSU is located in the middle of the city, it’s
easier than you think to get outdoors.
Portland, AKA Rip City, AKA Soccer City USA, is
known for its sports teams and its sports fans.
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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Home to a variety of music venues, Portland
attracts artists big and small.
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ARTS & CULTURE
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PLANTING THE SEEDS
PSU’s new Vernier Science Center and an
emerging destination for indigenous sciences.
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YOU GOTTA TRY THIS
Portland is known for its food culture. We list our
favorite selections from around Rose City.
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ROSE CITY SWAG TO-GO
Adorn yourself with Portland’s hippest SWAG and
find out where you can get more.
Within walking distance of the PSU campus,
visitors can experience some of the best (and
weirdest) creative expression in the city.
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KNOWLEDGE THE SERVES
Portland State alumni are part of a community
working together to build a better world.
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RAINY DAY GUIDE TO PORTLAND
It’s raining, it’s pouring but you’re still interested
in touring ... Portland? No problem!
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