PSU Magazine Spring 1989

MAGAZINE Cover: The cityscape of Portland from the east side, and the ?ark Blocks entrance to campus were photographed by local free- lancer Charlie Kloppenburg. See story on pages ll-13. I CONTENTS SPRING 1989 FEATURES Coming to a Crossroad New decisions in Portland's higher education scene could lead to significant changes for the University. PAGES 4-7 A New Breed of Engineer Engineers and scientists are learning management insight and skills in a new master's program. PAGES 8-10 The Changing Face of Socialism A PSU conference brings distinguished Soviet and Chinese scholars together to discuss their countries' historic reform movements. PAGES 11-13 Leaving an Indelible Mark Retiring Professor Charlie White will be fondly remembered by students, colleagues and international scholars. PAGES 14-16 DEPARTMENTS Around the Park Blocks Campus Notes Alum Notes Sports Calendar 2-3 18-19 24-27 28 29 PSU Magazine is published quarterly for alumni and friends of Portland State University by the Office of Communications. Editor: Kathryn Kirkland; Contributors: Clarence Hein ('65), Cliff Johnson and Cynthia D. Stowell; Calendar Editor: Pat Scott. Letters to the editor, news items and inquiries about advertising should be directed to the Editor, PSU Magazine, Portland State University, P.O. Box 751, Portland, Oregon mm; (503) 464-Jlll . Please send address changes to the Office of Alumni Affairs, Portland State University, P.O. Box 751, Portland, Oregon mm. PSU supports equal educational oppor– tunity without regard to sex, race, handicap, age, national origin, marital status or religion . PSU 1