ASUPS Media Organizations
empowering the students

Praxis Imago is the student-run film production unit of ASUPS. If you're interested in any part of the film making process, Praxis is the perfect place to get started. With equipment that student film makers can borrow and professional editing software, Praxis provides a unique ability for students to express themselves in film. . If you're interested in producing films, or in being involved with others' films, contact the General Manager.



Photo Services seeks to centralize photography needs of the media, as well as helping to provide an historical record of campus activities and events. If you have a strong interest in photography, or if you'd like pictures taken of your events, contact the General Manager



Tamanawas is the student yearbook founded in 1920. The name Tamanawas is an Indian word reflective of the change from adolescence to adulthood. It's purpose is to provide a record of the school year. This will be the first year back for yearbook after experiencing a small hiatus.  If you're interested in working for Tamanawas, or have a suggestion or comment, contact a member of the editorial staff.

Crosscurrents is the campus literary magazine that provides a venue for students to display their writing, photography, and visual art skills. Published twice a year, Crosscurrents takes the form of a spoken-word CD in the spring. To submit a piece, contact the Editor at ccr@ups.edu. Students can also earn academic credit by helping in the production of Crosscurrents; consult the University Bulletin or the Editor for more information.


KUPS is a non-commercial, educational radio station licensed to the Board of Trustees of the University o Puget Sound and operated by its Associated Student Body. What began in 1968 as a closed-circuit AM experiment has now blossomed into a fully operational 100 watt FM station. KUPS broadcasts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and serves the greater Tacoma area with programming in a variety of genres.


The Trail: the long-standing student newspaper on campus, originally founded in 1910. The Trail covers news from campus issues to world events, has an active opinions section, and also covers arts, entertainment, and sports. Copies of the Trail are free to students, faculty, and staff, and can be found in all academic buildings and Wheelock Student Center. If you're interested in writing for the Trail, placing an ad, or have a suggestion or comment, contact a member of the editorial staff.