Maggie Dapp
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TriMet line near campus reduces service frequency
TriMet has reduced bus arrivals after 9 p.m. along the line that services campus, the Line 35-Macadam/Greeley, according to the agency’s website.
Campus Safety responds to reported ICE activity near campus
At approximately 9 a.m. on Nov. 6, community members began calling Campus Safety about reports of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity near campus, according to Michael McNerney, director of campus safety.
Where to find food aid around UP
As the ongoing government shutdown threatens access to November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, food pantries around UP are gearing up to ease food insecurity.
‘We're still trying to navigate it:’ K-12 phone bans change student teachers’ classroom experiences
Portland Public Schools (PPS) adopted a policy requiring students to turn off all personal electronic devices during the school day in January of this year. In July, Oregon banned cellphone use completely during the school day through an executive order signed by Gov. Tina Kotek. The order requires public schools to adopt new cellphone policies by Oct. 31. As school districts across the state work to adopt policies by the deadline, many of UP’s student teachers are facing phone-free classrooms for the first time.
‘Know Your Rights’ event aims to prepare community for contact with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement
With recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions affecting two UP families, the Moreau Center for Service and Justice is looking to fight fear with preparation. The center hosted a “Know Your Rights” event for community members on Oct. 6, that featured advice on the best actions to take when approached by ICE.
Sulfurous smell spreads across campus
At approximately 11:50 a.m. on Oct. 3, a sulfurous smell was reported by students and staff across campus, according to Campus Safety Dispatcher Robert Digrigoli.
President Kelly says some Portland narratives ‘miss the point’ as Trump moves to deploy troops to the city
President Kelly said current Portland narratives “mostly miss the point” in a Sept. 28 Instagram post that reflects on the city UP calls home.
Zhen and Mendez win ASUP first-year senator seats in close election
Ailing Zhen and Maricar Mendez won the Associated Students of the University of Portland (ASUP) first-year senate seats by tight margins, according to election results provided to The Beacon by Paris Tran, ASUP vice president.
President Kelly issues guidance on U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement
President Robert Kelly issued guidance on interacting with U.S. Customs & Immigration Enforcement (ICE) in a Sept. 4 email addressed to staff and faculty.
‘I made it:’ University welcomes Class of 2029
Students, faculty, staff, a therapy dog and a saxophone player covering pop hits were all ready to welcome the Class of 2029 on move-in day. On Aug. 21, the University welcomed approximately 714 first-year students, a decrease from the 756 enrolled in Fall 2024, according to expected enrollment figures provided by Dan Christopherson, director of public affairs.
