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Portland State University presents An Evening to
Remember with Harry E. Johnson Sr. Celebrating the
40th Anniversary of the Black Studies Department,
Thursday, March 1, 6:30- 8:30 p.m. at the Smith
Memorial Student Union Ballroom.
The event is free and open to the public, and fea-
tures a talk about the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
National Memorial through the eyes of Harry E.
Johnson, Sr., the president and CEO of the King
National Monument in Washington DC.
Johnson will share his story about the many suc-
cesses and challenges encountered on the road to
completion of this project, in his first speaking
engagement on the West Coast since its unveiling,
with an hors d’oeuvres and wine reception immedi-
ately following. A replica of the Dr. Martin Luther
King Jr. national monument will be on display during
the reception. For questions about this event contact:
Melanie Dixon at mrd@pdx.edu or Angela Canton at
jennae@pdx.edu .
UP Career and Graduate
School Event
The First Avenue Career & Graduate School Fair
will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, March 2
in the Chiles Center on the University of Portland
campus, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd.
The fair, sponsored by nine colleges and universi-
ties in Oregon, is open to current undergraduate stu-
dents from the participating schools and alumni who
have graduated in the past ten years (Class of 2001-
2011).
Students and young alumni can register in advance
for $5, or $10 at the door. For more information, go
to http://www.olapcfirstavenue.org.
Participating schools are University of Portland,
Eastern Oregon University, George Fox University,
Lewis & Clark College, Linfield College, Pacific
University, Reed College, Western Oregon Universi-
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More than 100 organizations are expected to attend
to share information about internship, summer job,
part-time, and full-time employment opportunities in
addition to sharing information about graduate and
professional school opportunities.
Additionally, prior to the start of the career fair
there an “Employer Point of View” panel is sched-
uled for 10 – 10:45 a.m. A “Getting into Grad
School: What Admissions Reps Want You to Know”
panel is set for 12 – 12:45 p.m.
Contact University of Portland Career Services
with questions at 503-943-7201 or career@up.edu.
Governor’s Education Board
Holds Public Forum in North
Portland
The Oregon Education Investment Board has
scheduled a community forum in North Portland on
Tuesday, March 6, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Cen-
ter for Self Enhancement, 3920 N. Kerby Ave.
More than 1,100 participants, from a variety of
viewpoints and communities, shared their thoughts
in the January forums around the state, and now the
panel has decided to hold an event focusing on the
needs of inner-city parents.
“The Governor and members of the OEIB wanted
to make an additional effort to reach out intentional-
ly to communities who have historically been under-
served by our public education system,” the group
said in a statement. “We want to hear more from stu-
dents, parents and educators facing and overcoming
our education system’s challenges of race, language
and poverty – and to hear their advice as we contin-
ue our work.”
A request for an interpreter for the hearing
impaired or for accommodations for people with dis-
abilities should be made to Seth Allen by email at
seth.allen@state.or.us or by telephone at 503-378-
8213. Requests for accommodation should be made
at least 72 hours in advance.
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PSU Black Studies Celebrates
40th Birthday
The Teacup Agility Trial 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and
Sunday March 3 — 4 at My Dogs Gym and Training
Centre, 1337 Madison St. NE, Suite 165 in Salem,
promises great fun for a good cause. Admission for
spectators is one can of human food or pet food to help
re-stock shelves at Marion-Polk Food Share.
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Thursday March 1
WSU VANCOUVER INVITES STUDENTS AND FAMILIES
TO NOCHE DE FAMILIA. Noche De Familia will take
place entirely in Spanish. Participants will learn
about preparing for and paying for college, and
common challenges they may encounter. 6 p.m.
in the Firstenburg Student Commons, This free
event is open to the public. Dinner will be
provided. WSU Vancouver is located at 14204 NE
Salmon Creek Ave.
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Friday March 2
PORTLAND OPERA TO GO. Provides children,
educators and communities with the opportunity
to engage in the magical, riveting, rewarding
world of opera. 7:15 p.m. Free with suggested
donation of $5. Snacks will be served. Very
limited seating. Community Music Center, 3350
SE Francis. For more info call 503-823-3177 or
visit www.communitymusiccenter.org.
Saturday March 3
STADIUM SWAP AND SHOP. Swap meet with new &
used merchandise. Collectors toys and much
more. Salem-Keizer Volcanoes Stadium 8 a.m. –
2 p.m. located adjacent to Interstate 5 at exit
#260B
FREE HEALTHY MEALS AND SNACKS SEMINAR, AND
FREE SNACKS. Why eat healthy? Lose weight,
boost your energy and much more. All seminars
this year will include our new kids club programs.
So bring your kids ages 7 to 13 years old. 10 –
11:30 a.m. New Columbia Community Center,
4625 N. Trenton.
Sunday March 4
PURIM CARNIVAL PRESENTED BY BETH ISRAEL
BROTHERHOOD. Enjoy an afternoon of games
and fun at this beloved carnival, a tradition
stretching back for generations. Noon – 2 p.m.
Blumauer Auditorium, 1931 NW Flanders St.
Admission is free
Tuesday March 6
NORTH PORTLAND EDUCATION COMMUNITY
MEETING. The Oregon Education Investment
Board has scheduled an eighth community
forum in North Portland, following seven January
forums around the state. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Center
for Self Enhancement, 3920 N. Kerby Ave.
Saturday March 10
GIRL SCOUTS OSW 100TH ANNIVERSARY KICK-OFF.
Be a part of the Northwest’s largest friendship
circle, explore Girl Scout activities and stock up
on your favorites at the last chance cookie sale
and more. 10 a.m. Pioneer Courthouse Square.
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