SIOR Oregon Chapter Renews $12,000 Scholarship Commitment to Portland State University Center for Real Estate, Marking 20 Years of Partnership

Portland, Oregon — October 31, 2025 — The Oregon Chapter of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR) has renewed its long-standing partnership with Portland State University’s Center for Real Estate through a new three-year, $12,000 scholarship commitment. This renewal celebrates 20 years of collaboration dedicated to advancing and educating future commercial real estate leaders in the Pacific Northwest.

This renewed funding supports the SIOR/PSU Center for Real Estate Scholarship, which helps outstanding students pursuing careers in commercial real estate gain financial support, industry mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

Why This Scholarship Matters

The SIOR Oregon Chapter’s commitment strengthens:

• 🎓 Access to real estate education for high-achieving students

• 🤝 University–industry collaboration

• 🏢 Workforce development in Oregon’s commercial real estate sector

• 🌎 Long-term growth of regional talent in CRE

With a multi-year structure, this renewed agreement ensures consistent, predictable scholarship support for students entering the field.

Leadership Statements

“We’re thrilled to continue supporting PSU’s Center for Real Estate and its exceptional students,” said Stan Kleweno, SIOR Oregon Chapter President. “This partnership reflects our mission to invest in future commercial real estate leaders and maintain Oregon’s position at the forefront of the industry.”

Alisa Pyszka, Director of the PSU Center for Real Estate, expressed her appreciation:

“SIOR Oregon has been a steadfast partner for two decades. Their continued investment expands access to real estate education, strengthens our academic programs, and supports students preparing to contribute to a dynamic and evolving industry.”

About the Scholarship Program

The SIOR/PSU Scholarship supports students by:

• Funding tuition for real-estate-focused degrees

• Enabling participation in industry events, internships, and mentorship programs

• Preparing graduates for careers in brokerage, development, finance, and commercial property leadership

Since the partnership began, SIOR Oregon has contributed to building a strong talent pipeline that helps students launch successful careers in commercial real estate.

About SIOR

The Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR) is the leading global professional association for industrial and office real estate specialists. SIOR represents top-performing brokers and industry leaders committed to ethics, education, and excellence in commercial real estate.

About Portland State University Center for Real Estate

The PSU Center for Real Estate is a nationally recognized academic program known for industry-focused education, applied research, and professional development. The program prepares students to become leaders in real estate investment, development, finance, and commercial real estate services.