Research Centers and Institutes

Center for Urban Studies

320 Urban Center

503-725-4045

www.pdx.edu/urban-studies-planning/

The Center for Urban Studies (CUS) at Portland State University facilitates, supports and promotes multidisciplinary research and community service by faculty and students at the Nohad A. Toulan School of Urban Studies and Planning on urban and regional systems, policies and issues, such as planning and growth management, community development, sustainability, energy, transportation, economic development, housing, equity and justice. CUS provides the infrastructure for our faculty and students to engage with communities, governments, organizations and institutions, and to highlight collaborative research and practice.