Search Google Appliance


Viking Days

September 19-25, 2011

new students at Portland State University

Viking Days is Portland State University's opportunity to welcome new students into the campus community and kick-off each academic year prior to the start of fall term. These days are designed to help new students connect with the academic, cultural, and social opportunities at PSU by meeting other students, developing friendships, and getting involved. This program also provides an opportunity to satisfy any outstanding tasks prior to the start of classes.

Viking Days Schedule

With around 150 events, you will have many opportunities to connect with PSU! Follow the links below to check out what's in store for you on campus. Have a few particular evenings open? Look at the Event Schedule by Date/Time. Looking for a specific event? Check out the Event Schedule by Title.

Event Schedule by Date/Time

Event Schedule by Title

Updates to Event Schedule (use this list to check out updates that have been made after September 1)

Campus Map

Featured Events

During Viking Days, there are several events intended for all new PSU students to enjoy. As you are viewing the schedule, pay special attention to events labeled **FEATURED EVENT** and plan on attending! The featured events are:

Dating at PSU
Dinner and a Movie
Dive-In Movie: Ferris Bueller's Day Off
New Student Convocation
On-Campus Job Fair
Party in the Plaza
Rooftop House Party
Spectacular Spectacular: A Moulin Rouge Drag Show
Victor's Block Party
Viking Gameroom
Viking’s War Zone

Party in the Park

Immediately following Viking Days, plan to participate in Party in the Park on Thursday, September 29. Party in the Park draws thousands of new PSU students to the Park Blocks for a day of free food, entertainment, networking, and information about campus activities. To learn more, visit:

Party in the Park