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Computer Science Majors Make a Fantasy-Western Video Game

Portland Magazine

June 21, 2024

A team of UP students is leveling up their studies with a nontraditional capstone project.

The staff of the Beacon newspaper in 1985

Beacon Memories

Portland Magazine

June 21, 2024

A seasoned reporter reflects on his beginnings at UP’s newspaper.

A happy graduate celebrates with her diploma at graduation

‘Tremendous Value’ for the Money: University of Portland Ranks High on Money’s Best Colleges 2024 List

Awards and Rankings

June 21, 2024

Money magazine’s analysis of ‘The Best Colleges in America—2024’ gave UP a 4.5-star rating out of 5, touting the Catholic, Holy Cross university’s professional schools, robust study abroad program, Division I athletics, and graduation rate.

Carnegie Foundation Seal

University of Portland Honored with Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose Classification

Awards and Rankings

June 20, 2024

UP recognized as one of 25 institutions nationwide committed to advancing leadership in pursuit of justice, equity, diversity and liberty.

Jen McDaneld, Molly Hiro, and Andrew Guest

UP Receives Largest Humanities Grant in School History from National Endowment for the Humanities

June 10, 2024

University of Portland has been awarded a $150,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to build engaged humanities curriculum, experiences and infrastructure that connect UP faculty and students with timely issues in the local community.