Mission
A thriving campus in the heart of Portland
We are Oregon's most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation. For three years in a row, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Portland State among the nation's top 10 "most innovative" colleges in recognition of our leadership in finding new ways to help students succeed. We are the only Oregon university offering a four-year degree guarantee, a joint School of Public Health with Oregon Health & Science University and four years of free tuition to eligible students.
Our graduates go on to invent for Intel, design for Nike, save lives at OHSU, run international corporations and make hit Hollywood movies. See for yourself.
Voluntary Commitments
The Sendai Framework Voluntary Commitments (SFVC) online platform allows stakeholders to inform the public about their work on DRR. The SFVC online platform is a useful toolto know who is doing what and where for the implementation of the Sendai Framework, which could foster potential collaboration among stakeholders. All stakeholders (private sector, civil society organizations, academia, media, local governments, etc.) working on DRR can submit their commitments and report on their progress and deliverables.