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PSU Center for Public Service Connecting PSU's academic expertise and public service mission with real-world challenges in the public and nonprofit sectors. Hatfield School of Government.

The Center for Public Service draws on the extensive faculty and research capabilities of the Public Administration, Political Science, and Criminology and Criminal Justice divisions of PSU's Mark O. The current Center evolved from a merger between the Executive Leadership Institute and the Institute for Nonprofit Management. CPS offers a wide range of education, specialized training, and research programs and capabilities that serve elected officials and public and nonprofit sector leaders throughout the Oregon/SW Washington area, as well as in international venues such as Vietnam, Japan, and China. CPS also offers an Executive Master in Public Administration (EMPA) program for aspiring, mid-career professionals interested in further honing their leadership capabilities and advancing their public service careers. The INPM focuses on research, study and continuing professional education of nonprofit sector leaders. The Institute offers a comprehensive certificate program in nonprofit management and graduate-level classes in nonprofit leadership.

If you have friends, family members, or coworkers who live or work in the City of Cornelius, please help us spread the w...
10/14/2026

If you have friends, family members, or coworkers who live or work in the City of Cornelius, please help us spread the word! Our team is hosting the first public meeting for the Cornelius Comprehensive Plan Update tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. We’d love to hear community members’ ideas and perspectives, so please share the invitation with anyone who might be interested. Thank you for your support!

October 12 is Indigenous People's Day! We honor and celebrate the history and contributions brought to us by Indigenous...
10/12/2026

October 12 is Indigenous People's Day! We honor and celebrate the history and contributions brought to us by Indigenous people today and since time immemorial.

Learn about the Institute for Tribal Government and its mission by visiting https://www.pdx.edu/tribal-government/

Interested in learning about the programs under CPS? Look no further! We are starting an at-a-glance guide to some of ou...
10/08/2026

Interested in learning about the programs under CPS? Look no further! We are starting an at-a-glance guide to some of our programs at CPS. To kick off our series, Executive Seminar Program in Natural Resources Leadership (ESP), an interactive course andcase study program offered at PSU🌲. This program strongly focuses on collaboration and interactivity, making it a unique course for mid- and senior-career professionals.

For an in-depth look at the program, check out the link https://www.pdx.edu/center-for-public-service/executive-seminar-program to learn more!

The leaves are changing and school is in session! Have a wonderful start of the Fall term!
09/28/2026

The leaves are changing and school is in session! Have a wonderful start of the Fall term!

Happy Labor Day from The Center for Public Service at Portland State University!
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from The Center for Public Service at Portland State University!

CPS is working with the City of Cornelius to update its Comprehensive Plan! Our team recently participated in National N...
09/04/2026

CPS is working with the City of Cornelius to update its Comprehensive Plan!

Our team recently participated in National Night Out, connecting with community members and listening to their ideas and priorities for the city’s future. We’re also excited to have our graduate students involved, supporting the project through translation and community engagement in both English and Spanish.

📝 The community survey is available in English and Spanish on the City’s website through midnight on November 30, 2026.

We encourage Cornelius community members to share their voices and help shape the city’s future!

https://www.corneliusor.gov/185/Long-Range-Planningy

The 2026–27 cohort for the Executive Seminar Program in Natural Resources Leadership is coming together! We’re thrilled ...
09/02/2026

The 2026–27 cohort for the Executive Seminar Program in Natural Resources Leadership is coming together! We’re thrilled to welcome participants from federal, state, and local agencies, as well as community organizations from across the Pacific Northwest. 🌲🌊

If you're looking to join a dynamic learning community, there's still time: Registration has been extended to November 30, but remaining seats are limited!

📅 Important Dates:

• December 10: First session (online)

• February 22–26: In-person Case Study Week in Portland, OR

🔗 Learn more about the program: https://www.pdx.edu/center-for-public-service/executive-seminar-program

🎟 Reserve your spot here: https://catalog.pdx.edu/browse/cps/esp/courses/executive-seminar-program-in-natural-resources-leadership

Have questions? Reach out to our team anytime at [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you!

Join us in welcoming our new Visiting Scholar Sue. Sue works for the Seoul Metropolitan Government in South Korea. She c...
08/26/2026

Join us in welcoming our new Visiting Scholar Sue. Sue works for the Seoul Metropolitan Government in South Korea. She currently works in a department dedicated to promoting Seoul’s beauty and fashion industries. Through her work organizing beauty and fashion events and trade fairs, she became interested in developing tourism content connected to industry events.

During her time in the United States, Sue plans to study sustainable tourism policies and successful practices in major U.S. cities. Her goal is to identify specific, practical strategies that could be adapted and applied to Seoul’s tourism industry.

Although Sue traveled to the United States about 15 years ago, this is her first time living here. Alongside her research, she looks forward to experiencing the beauty, diversity, and unique attractions of different places throughout the United States.

Research Topic: A Study of Best Practices for Promoting Sustainable Urban Tourism

Join us in welcoming our new Visiting Scholar Jiyeun An (Angie). Jiyeun is a Team Leader in the Housing Policy Division ...
08/20/2026

Join us in welcoming our new Visiting Scholar Jiyeun An (Angie). Jiyeun is a Team Leader in the Housing Policy Division of the Seoul Metropolitan Government and a licensed attorney in South Korea. She has extensive experience developing and implementing housing welfare policies, particularly programs that support young adults and low-income households.
Through her work in public administration, she has developed a strong interest in housing affordability, tenant protection, and local government policies that promote housing stability. During her time at Portland State University, she will examine U.S. housing assistance programs, affordable housing policies, and local government initiatives, with the goal of identifying policy implications that can be adapted to improve housing welfare in Seoul.
She also plans to conduct comparative research on housing policy and urban governance in South Korea and the United States, focusing on strategies that improve housing stability and expand access to affordable housing for vulnerable populations.
Beyond her research, she looks forward to engaging with local communities, exploring the Pacific Northwest, and gaining a deeper understanding of how local governments address housing and urban development challenges.
Research Topic:
Comparative Study of Housing Welfare Policies and Local Government Strategies for Housing Stability: Lessons from the United States and South Korea

Please join us in welcoming Yurie Sugawara (she/her), a Visiting Scholar from the Supreme Court of Japan, who will be sp...
08/17/2026

Please join us in welcoming Yurie Sugawara (she/her), a Visiting Scholar from the Supreme Court of Japan, who will be spending the next year at Portland State University.
Originally from Sapporo—one of Portland's sister cities—Yurie is especially pleased to be living in Portland and is grateful for the opportunity to conduct research while becoming part of the PSU community.
Yurie's research focuses on two areas:
The implementation and use of generative AI in court operations, particularly in court clerk duties, as well as Business Process Reengineering (BPR).
The evolving roles of court personnel during the digital transformation of the judiciary.
Before coming to Portland, Yurie worked as a court clerk in Sapporo. For the past four years, she has served at the Supreme Court of Japan, where she has contributed to the judiciary's digital transformation efforts. Her work has included planning and managing initiatives related to the use of generative AI in court operations, promoting BPR for court staff, and recruiting digital talent to support modernization efforts.
During her year in Portland, Yurie looks forward to connecting with the PSU community, exchanging ideas with colleagues, and gaining new perspectives through her research. In her free time, she hopes to explore Portland and the Pacific Northwest, experience the region's natural beauty and vibrant culture, and build lasting connections throughout her stay.

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