Hello students,

Happy week 6! The sun is shining, midterms are in full swing, and the term is somehow more than halfway over?!

See events below:

THIS WEEK 5/5 - 5/11

Monday 5/5 - Friday 5/9 is PSU Research Week, a series of events that honors and elevates the exceptional research, scholarship, and creative work of PSU faculty, staff, and students. Events will take place all across campus throughout the week; keep an eye on the 2025 Research Week website for more details!

Monday 5/5
  • Mellow Monday Beginner Bike Ride, with ITE-STEP!
    • Abernethy Elementary School, 7pm
    • May is Bike Month - and in celebration, the PSU Chapter of ITE-STEP will be going on weekly group rides throughout Portland! Mellow Monday rides are an easy, social-paced route near Ladd's Addition that is perfect for beginner riders or those getting back to biking after a break. More group rides can be found on the Shift2Bikes calendar, with ITE-STEP events listed on the flier attached.
Tuesday 5/6
  • Maseeh College Open House
    • Engineering Building, 5pm - 7pm
    • Get ready for an engaging evening of exploration, innovation, and celebration of our award-winning engineering faculty! In addition to networking opportunities, lab tours, and student research posters, attendees will get the chance to hear exciting talks about groundbreaking research from Maseeh College faculty - including Dr. Thomas Schumacher on pyramid mapping and bridge preservation, and Dr. Diane Moug on revolutionary approaches to soil stability and earthquake engineering. More information can be found on the event website; see you there!
Wednesday 5/7
  • Hydrosocial Stories: Water and Society through Art and Science
    • Native American Student and Community Center (NASCC), 1pm - 4pm
    • Learn and discuss how water connects us! Attend a career panel with experts from the region who work at the hydrosocial nexus, and learn from student research presentations, posters, and creative art projects. There will be food, socialization, and prizes! flier attached
Thursday 5/8
  • SHPE Study Session
    • EB 310, 6pm - 8pm
    • The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) is hosting an open midterm study session! Whether you're cramming for a test or facing a mountain of homework, drop by to comisserate with your fellow classmates, practice problems, and knock some assignments off your list. flier attached
Saturday 5/10
  • ASCE Portland YMF Career Kickoff!
    • Colwood Golf Center on Columbia Blvd @ 1:30pm
    • Come join American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Portland Younger Member Forum (YMF) to welcome recent graduates and young professionals to the civil engineering community! After kicking off the fun with a lively game of foot golf, you'll get the chance to hear from engineering organizations, visit exhibitor tables, and network with companies and future colleagues. Registration and more info here. flier attached

NEXT WEEK 5/12 and beyond

ALL THROUGHOUT MAY
  • Bike Month Rides with ITE-STEP!
    • Various Locations, Dates, and Times
    • May is Bike Month - and in celebration, the PSU Chapter of ITE-STEP will be going on weekly group rides throughout Portland! Feel free to join as many or as few rides throughout the month as you would like; these events are a great opportunity for bicyclists of all abilities to meet friends, find fun events, and connect with each other and the community! More group rides can be found on the Shift2Bikes calendar, with ITE-STEP events listed on the flier attached.
Thursday 5/15
  • "Moving Forward: Funding Our Transportation System" with Earl Blumenauer
    • SMSU 296, 4pm
    • Transportation agencies in Oregon and beyond face severe funding challenges, without enough money to maintain or improve infrastructure and programs. Why can’t we move forward and adopt new sustainable transportation finance systems? How might new solutions improve everyday travel? Join us for a conversation with former Congressman Earl Blumenauer to discuss the barriers and solutions, drawing from 50 years of experience at all levels of government. More info on the event website. flier attached

Wednesday 5/21
  • DISC Symposium
    • SMSU 355, 1pm - 5pm
    • Join the Diverse Internships for Semiconductor Careers (DISC) at the 2025 DISC Student Symposuium! Designed especially for STEM students, this symposium allows you to explore career paths in semiconductor technology, meet industry leaders and recruiters from top tech companies, and get inspired about the future of semiconductors! Whether you're just starting to think about internships or already deep into your academic journey, this event offers something for everyone. Please register at this link by May 14. More information can be found on the DISC event website. flier attached

RECURRING throughout spring term

Mondays
  • STEM Academic Coaching
    • EB 425, 12pm - 4pm
    • Academic Coaching sessions are where students can get help with learning strategies, reading & study strategies, time management, goal setting, motivation, and more. Book an appointment, or drop in! flier attached
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