Public Engagement

Convention-goers rest beneath dynamic maritime murals in the Oregon Convention Center's foyer, where urban art meets public space in downtown Portland.
A participant demonstrates impressive grip strength during the Hang Challenge at Portland's Mississippi Street Fair on North Mississippi Avenue.
Yue Minjun's 'A-maze-ing Laughter' sculpture installation draws visitors to English Bay Beach in Vancouver's West End, where fourteen bronze figures celebrate eternal joy against the urban skyline.
Political supporters rally together at a campaign event in Oregon City, displaying signs for local congressional and gubernatorial candidates.
Community members gather for an outdoor event in Oregon City, Oregon, with some attendees wearing masks while engaging in conversation on the grass.
Community members in nature-themed costumes participate in an environmental parade through Portland's Central Eastside neighborhood.
Environmental activists perform a creative street demonstration in Portland's Central Eastside district, using colorful costumes and nature-themed props to promote ecological awareness.
An environmental activist dressed as planet Earth participates in a climate protest on Portland's Southeast 14th Avenue in the Central Eastside district.
Environmental activists in costume parade through Portland's Central Eastside neighborhood with a flower-adorned Earth model during a climate awareness demonstration.
Street performers display a colorful Earth globe installation during an outdoor performance in Portland's Central Eastside neighborhood.