LETTER: PSU Performing Arts Center will enrich community, economy, education

Published 1:13 pm Monday, December 23, 2024

I am writing to express my support for the proposed Performing Arts and Culture Center at Portland State University. As a faculty member of PSU, I recognize the profound impact this project will have on our university and the broader community.

The new Performing Arts and Culture Center represents an unparalleled opportunity to enrich our cultural landscape and significantly boost local businesses.

By providing a state-of-the-art venue capable of hosting Broadway-level productions and other high-profile events, this center will not only attract visitors to our area but also position PSU as a premier destination for students passionate about the arts.

This initiative is poised to enhance our university’s visibility and appeal, particularly for prospective students interested in arts-related programs.

The increased enrollment and engagement from these students will undoubtedly strengthen our arts community and contribute to the vibrancy of our academic environment.

I wholeheartedly support this project and urge our community to join me in advocating for its realization.

The benefits of a Performing Arts and Culture Center extend beyond the confines of our campus, promising to invigorate our local economy and foster a thriving cultural scene for all.

Thank you for your consideration and support of this transformative initiative.

Marc A. Moran

Northwest Portland