This year marks OHSU’s 125th year of existence. While OHSU is mainly known for its missions of healing, teaching, discovery and outreach, there are some other fascinating stories up here on Marquam Hill. For instance, how did we end up here? Portland Monthly magazine recently produced a video that explains how we got here in the first place…and what happened in the 12 plus decades since it all began. Watch it if you have the … Read More
This weekend marks a big milestone for the Portland Aerial Tram. It will be the 5th anniversary of its public opening. There’s a public celebration at 1 p.m. Saturday hosted by the city. Here are the details: Public Celebration on Saturday, January 28, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. On Saturday, January 28, the OHSU Center for Health and Healing will feature an opportunity for public passengers to experience a behind the scenes look at the tram and … Read More
Do you have unused or expired prescription drugs lying around the house? Help prevent accidental overdoses or addiction by participating in OHSU’s Take Back Prescription Drugs event on Saturday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at OHSU’s Emergency Department. Here’s a map to the right (click right here for a much larger version) The drop off is free. It’s open to the general public, and “no questions asked.” If you use public transportation, … Read More
Given the fact that OHSU sits on hill 500 feet above the city, you might assume few folks prefer to bike to work. Not so fast! In fact, our employee/university commitment to biking is so significant, OHSU has received a gold level designation for it’s efforts. The award was given out last month by the League of American Bicyclists at the Interbike Trade Expo in Las Vegas. Specifically, OHSU’s efforts to encourage biking year round … Read More
