For those who don’t pursue a career in journalism, some of the lessons learned during their time at Vanguard stay in the ...

The concept of sportswriting can be simply defined by looking at the word itself: writing about sports. Reporting on games, roster changes and other team news all contribute to the craft of sports ...

In its 80 year history, Vanguard has seen major technological advancements in the medium of photography. Our newsroom started with fully mechanical 35mm film cameras, requiring the editorial board to ...

As we celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Portland State Vanguard, I’m struck by a simple truth: a university is only as strong as its capacity for honest self-reflection and open dialogue with its ...

The Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Department (WGSS) at Portland State University is celebrating 50 years. What started as a Women’s Studies certificate has grown into an intersectional, ...

Portland State University’s Winter Career Week is taking place from Feb. 2-9, 2026. Winter Career Week is an initiative aimed at connecting students with opportunities through various events, ...

With Valentine’s Day approaching, the season for romance is upon us. Transform this special evening into a charming at-home movie night, either for yourself or for you and your significant other.

For the first time in Portland State University’s history, the men’s basketball team has started its season 5-0 in the Big Sky Conference, earning them the number one seed in the conference. The team ...

Does art have to be traditional? The works of eight different artists have been placed together in an exhibit to further the reach of conceptual art, questioning what makes a work truly significant.

When the wind’s chill returns, when the leaves don their decaying hues, when pumpkin drinks and pastries return to the menu, I get an itch. An alternative, indie rock itch. A british, drawl-y itch ...

Quirky and classy, Foxtrot bar on SE Belmont street is a perfect spot for a witchy evening and some “vampire bites.” Blending ghostly Victorian elements and culinary flair, Foxtrot exemplifies ...

Fall term has ascended upon us in full force… and you know what that means. It’s time to wrestle with our sleep schedules and study in the coziest nooks possible on and around Portland State ...