2 RAPS continues to preserve and celebrate PSU’s history new 24-page pictorial history booklet chronicling the first 10 years of Portland State’s existence is available at the PSU Bookstore beginning September 2011. Edited by Steve Brannan, professor emeritus of education, and Doug Swanson, former director, Office of Publications, Creating Portland State, 1946-1955 was adapted from the website www.pdx.edu/ourhistory/, which was based primarily on Portland State: A History in Pictures. RAPS distributed advance copies of the booklet spring term to key administrators across campus. Included with each booklet was a letter from Brannan outlining the reasons behind the new publication: • Portland State formed a legacy of courage, leadership, dedication, and collaboration during its founding years, 1946-1955. RAPS believes this legacy remains vibrant today and should be recognized for its important and continuing influence in advancing the University. • Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Portland urban community are generally uninformed about the history and legacy of Portland State. RAPS believes these audiences and others deserve a unique publication that informs them about the significance of the university’s early history and impact. • Pride in Portland State is more fully achieved when its students and other constituents understand and appreciate the importance of this institution’s early history. RAPS believes that when alumni and other constituents have pride in Portland State, they are more likely to contribute to its advancement. • The pictorial history booklet is affordable, serves as a “coffee table book,” is a quick read bolstered by photos, and is lightweight and easily transported. RAPS believes this PSU history booklet is especially appropriate to provide to visitors and guests, incoming personnel, donors, and numerous other groups and individuals interested in Portland State University. A
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